How to recover deleted apps on Android

A plethora of apps are available on the Play Store, and having all of them on our Android devices isn't possible. We even have to uninstall the best apps on the Play Store because there is a better alternative or the app is no longer useful for us. However, if you are wondering how to get back the apps you uninstalled from your high-end or budget Android smartphone, you are in the right place. This guide shows how to find, view, and reinstall previously downloaded apps, all on your favorite budget Android tablet. Let's dive in further.

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How did my app get deleted?

This can happen for several reasons. Apps can get deleted accidentally, corrupted due to malware, or tossed out by a device reset or factory reset. Also, errors occur while transferring data between two devices, or the app can get deleted while you are cleaning up the storage of your phone. These are common issues.

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Android's open nature makes it a piece of cake!

How to recover lost apps and games on the Google Play Store

Getting your apps back couldn't be simpler. It only takes a minute or two. Here's how you do it.

1. Launch the Google Play Store app.
2. Navigate to the upper-right corner of the screen and tap your Google account profile icon.
3. Tap Manage Apps and Device, which takes you to the overview menu.
   

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4. Tap Manage in the upper-left corner of the screen. This gives you a list of apps currently installed on your device.
5. Choose Not installed from the drop-down that currently shows Installed.
   

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6. Locate and choose your lost app, tick the box next to it, and tap the Download button at the top. If you wish to download multiple apps, check the boxes next to them and tap the downward arrow Download button at the top.
   

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Don't panic about losing an app!

One fun thing about this process is seeing a long list of great classic apps that you downloaded in the past. It's a nice impromptu trip down memory lane. Keep in mind that you may not find some of your deleted apps because they have been permanently removed from the Play Store.