This article will illustrate to you how to download channels on Roku Streaming Stick and Roku TV.
Steps to Install Apps on Roku
All Roku devices have built-in streaming apps like Netflix, Hulu, etc. If the app you desired doesn’t come pre-installed, don’t worry. You can manually add channels on your device by visiting the Roku Channel Store. It has over 23,000 apps in categories such as shows, movies, news, music, sports, shopping, etc. Let’s see the installation process in simple steps.
- Navigate to Streaming Channels.
After turning on the Roku, you will see the home screen with the pre-installed apps on the right side and options on the left side. On the left side pane, navigate to Streaming Channels and hit the OK button on the Roku remote.
- Pick an App Category.
On the next screen, you will be taken to the Channel Store. Here, you will see a list of categories, like Education, Entertainment, Comedy, Fitness, and more. Select the category of the app.
Note: Alternatively, select the Search Channels and manually search for the app. - Select the app you want to download.
Under the chosen category, navigate to the app you intend to install and click the OK button to open the app info page.
- Tap +Add Channel.
Finally, you need to select the +Add Channel button on the app description screen. This will start the download process. Once installed, click OK, and you will see the button, Go to Channel. Select this option to launch the app and use it.
Alternative Ways to Add Channel on Roku
Besides installing the app from the Roku device’s Channel Store, there are also other alternative approaches you can follow to install an application.
Via the Roku Website
You can install apps on Roku by going to the Roku Channel Store website. Just use the same Roku account credentials you use on the device to sign in. Then, search for the app on the Channel Store and click +Add App to install the app. After adding the channel, turn on your Roku, and the channel will be added immediately.
Using the Roku Mobile App
Additionally, you can also use the Roku Mobile app to add your favorite channel to Roku. To do this, install the Roku Mobile app on your smartphone (App Store | Play Store) and sign in to the same account that you signed in on your Roku device. After that, click on the Channels tab at the bottom and choose Channel Store. Further, search for the app you want to add and click the Add Channel button. Finally, within a few minutes, the app will get installed on your Roku.
FAQ
The primary reason for this problem is the poor internet connection. If the Roku is connected to unstable WiFi, you might have difficulty in adding the channel. So, connect the Roku to a stable WiFi and start the installation process again. The second reason is minor bugs or temporary malfunctions. This can be fixed by restarting your Roku.
No. Roku doesn’t support sideloading apps. As an alternative, you can perform screen mirroring on Roku and stream media files wirelessly from your smartphone.
No. Roku removed Private Channels a few months before due to legal obligations. So, you can’t add private channels to Roku.
Head to the Roku website and sign in with suitable credentials. Go to the Manage Account section and tap the Add channel with a code option. Enter the Beta Channel’s code and tap I’m not a robot. After that, click Add channel. Select the Yes, add channel option. Now, the beta channel will appear on your Roku device’s home screen.
Yes. Remove the PIN from your Roku account to add the respective channels without a PIN. To do this, visit my.roku.com and sign in with your account. Next, under the PIN Preference section, click on Update. Hover over to Making Purchase and click A PIN is not required to make any purchases or add any channels. Further, turn Off the Parental Control option and select Save Preferences.
After connecting an antenna to Roku, navigate to the Home menu and select the Live TV option. After that, follow the on-screen prompts to add the local channels.
