▶ How to Install Kodi Addons for Android 2021
Table of contents:
- How to install add-ons on Kodi for Android step by step
- The best addons for Kodi
- Other tricks for Kodi
Installing Kodi on your device is a good idea if you want to organize your media library This software is available for Android, and as consequence for Android TV, Fire TV and some smart TVs. If you have considered using this complete multimedia center on your terminal, how can you install addons on Kodi for Android and thus expand its possibilities? We tell you.
Before you start, it's important that you know how to install Kodi on Android easily. The quickest way to get your APK, or installation file, is by using the Google Play Store. Do the following:
- Access the app store.
- Search for Kodi in the top text field.
- Click on Install to download it.
- When the download is complete, locate Kodi in the app drawer.
If for some reason you do not have access to the Google Play Store, it is possible to obtain Kodi from its official website. After login, just tap on Android to get the APK. Then open it and complete the installation by following the wizard steps.
How to install add-ons on Kodi for Android step by step
Now that you know how to download Kodi to your Android and install it, the time has come to explain the process to add new features with addons, or complements.
From official repositories
Kodi has a large list of add-ons that you can install directly from its package manager. All you have to do is click on Add-ons, in the left side menu.
Tap the box icon to see more options.
Then, click on Install from repository to display all available categories. You can also use the search option to find your favorite add-ons.
When you locate the addon you want to install, tap on it and, on the screen where its description is displayed, select Install.
Immediately, the add-on will be downloaded and installed on your device. The addon will be available in the Kodi addon area for your use. You can also add it to favorites to see it on your home screen Although we are focusing on Kodi for mobile phones in this article, remember that you can install any addon by following the steps mentioned in other devices compatible with this software.
Using a ZIP file from external sources
The second option to install addons on Kodi is via a ZIP file. It is possible that some addon is not officially available and you must obtain it from an external page. When you have the file, tap on the box icon, in the same way that we indicated in the previous section. Then, select Install from zip file If you get an error message, go to Kodi settings, open the Add-ons section and enable the option Unknown sources
Then try again and check that a file browser is displayed. Locate the ZIP file.
When the installation is complete, the addon will be available along with all other installed Kodi addons.
The best addons for Kodi
You already know the two methods that allow you to extend the functionality of Kodi on Android through addons, or complements. Now, it's time to review the best ones that you can install on your device.
Twitch
This add-on is perfect for accessing all Twitch live broadcasts, now that Amazon's platform is so fashionable. If your device does not have this application, Kodi comes to the rescue. You can download Twitch from the official repository
SoundCloud
If you are a lover of electronic music, remixes and DJs, you probably already know SoundCloud. This streaming music service is perfect for meeting new artists. Access its entire catalog from Kodi thanks to its add-on available at the official repository
TuneIn Radio
Kodi becomes your radio set thanks to the TuneIn plugin. Listen to live programming from thousands of stations from around the world. You just have to install this addon and select a station. Wait for it to start playing and enjoy your favorite shows. In this case, You don't have TuneIn in the official Kodi repository Therefore, you will need to obtain its installation file in ZIP format from external sources.
Video Game Streamer
If you are a fan of video games, this plugin is ideal for you. It contains the trailers of a large number of games. You just have to access it, select the video and start watching it. With this plugin you will have instant access to the latest developments. To install Video Game Streamer on Kodi you must locate its ZIP file from external sources In this case, it is not available in the official repository.
Youtube
YouTube is the streaming video platform par excellence. As with Twicth, the Kodi addon is the solution to make up for the absence of the official app. Thanks to it, you will have access to the complete YouTube catalog. Fortunately, you can install it directly from the official repository
Yahoo! Weather
Enjoy the weather forecast on your television thanks to the weather service from Yahoo and Kodi. Obviously, it allows you to check the weather, not only in your location, but in the geographical area of your choice. You can get it from the official Kodi repository
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