How to install and uninstall Apps on your Samsung TV

Last Update date : Jun 29. 2026

Your Samsung Smart TV offers a wide range of Apps, including streaming services, games, and productivity tools, to create a personalized entertainment experience. The 2026 Samsung TV runs on One UI Tizen OS, providing faster and more intuitive access to your favorite Apps and services. This guide walks you through how to install new Apps, uninstall Apps you no longer need, and keep your Apps up to date.

Note: 

  • Menu names and available features may vary depending on your TV model, software version, and region.
  • All third-party logos/marks are trademarks/registered of respective third-party brands.
  • Images shown here for representational purpose only, actual may vary.

Before you install Apps:

To install Apps on your Samsung TV, make sure the following requirements are met:

  • Your TV is connected to a stable internet connection (Wi-Fi or Ethernet). Test the connection using another device on the same network if needed.
  • You are signed in with a Samsung account. A Samsung account is required to access the app store. If you do not have one, create an account directly on the TV or at samsung.com, then sign in.

How to install apps

Step 1.
Select the Search icon on the Home screen.

Samsung TV Home screen with the Search icon highlighted. Samsung TV Home screen with the Search icon highlighted.

Step 2.
Search for the apps you want to install.

Search results for 'karaoke' showing matching apps. Search results for 'karaoke' showing matching apps.

Step 3.
Select Install.

Stingray Karaoke app detail page with the Install button highlighted. Stingray Karaoke app detail page with the Install button highlighted.

Step 4.
Once the installation is complete, you can select Open to launch the app immediately.

Stingray Karaoke app detail page with the Open button highlighted after installation. Stingray Karaoke app detail page with the Open button highlighted after installation.

Note: Some apps appear in the recommended section on the apps screen. To install one, select the app to go directly to its installation page.

Deleting Apps you no longer use frees up storage space.

Step 1.
From the Home screen, select Apps.

Samsung TV Apps screen with the Apps icon highlighted in the navigation bar. Samsung TV Apps screen with the Apps icon highlighted in the navigation bar.

Step 2.
Find an app you want to uninstall from Downloaded App.

Downloaded App section with Stingray Karaoke highlighted. Downloaded App section with Stingray Karaoke highlighted.

Step 3.
Choose the app and press and hold the Select button on your remote.

Samsung TV remote with the Select button highlighted. Samsung TV remote with the Select button highlighted.

Step 4.
When the options menu appears, select Delete.

Context menu showing Delete (highlighted), Lock, and Reinstall options. Context menu showing Delete (highlighted), Lock, and Reinstall options.

Step 5.
When the confirmation pop-up appears, select Delete again to confirm.

Confirmation pop-up asking 'Do you want to delete Stingray Karaoke?' with Delete highlighted. Confirmation pop-up asking 'Do you want to delete Stingray Karaoke?' with Delete highlighted.

Note: 

  • Deleting an app also removes all data associated with that app. If you change your mind, reinstall the app at any time from the Apps menu.
  • Some apps may not have the Delete option, or the option may be grayed out.
  • If you’re having trouble with your Samsung Smart TV, check for available software updates.
  • Screenshots may vary depending on your TV model and software version.

Keeping apps up to date ensures access to the latest features, performance improvements, and bug fixes.

 

Update apps manually

To update an app manually, go to APPS, select the app that requires an update, and select Update.

Step 1.
From the Home screen, select Apps.

Samsung TV Apps screen with the Apps icon highlighted in the navigation bar. Samsung TV Apps screen with the Apps icon highlighted in the navigation bar.

Step 2.
Select the App Settings icon at the bottom of the screen.

Apps screen Settings section with the App Settings icon highlighted. Apps screen Settings section with the App Settings icon highlighted.

Step 3.
Select an individual app and select Update to update it.

App Settings screen with an app selected and the Update option highlighted. App Settings screen with an app selected and the Update option highlighted.

Select Update All to update all installed apps to the latest version.

Apps screen Settings section with Update All highlighted. Apps screen Settings section with Update All highlighted.

Enable automatic updates to conveniently keep your apps up to date with the latest version. Go to APPS > Settings > set Auto Update to On.

Apps screen Settings section with Auto Update highlighted, set to ON.

Note: 

  • If the TV firmware is outdated, app updates may not install properly. Go to ‘Home > Settings > All Settings > Support > Software Update > Update Now’ to check for and install the latest TV software.
  • If the TV does not have enough storage, app updates may fail. Delete unused apps to free up space.

After installing apps, you can add, remove, or rearrange apps displayed on the Home screen through the Now Playing section.

 

Add an app on the Home screen

Step 1.
On the Home screen, navigate to the Now Playing and select List Edit.

Samsung TV Home screen with the List Edit button highlighted. Samsung TV Home screen with the List Edit button highlighted.

Step 2.
Find an app you want from the Choose the item you want to add section, then press the ▲ (Up) button on your remote to add it to the Home screen.

List Edit mode showing available apps to add, with the remote's Up button highlighted. List Edit mode showing available apps to add, with the remote's Up button highlighted.

Step 3.
The selected app will be added to the app list on the Home screen.

List Edit mode with the app successfully added to the Home screen list. List Edit mode with the app successfully added to the Home screen list.

Remove, or rearrange apps displayed on the Home screen

Step 1.
On the Home screen, navigate to the Now Playing and select List Edit.

Samsung TV Home screen with the List Edit button highlighted. Samsung TV Home screen with the List Edit button highlighted.

Step 2.
Select an app, then use the Left or Right directional buttons on your remote to change its order. To remove an app from the Home screen, select it and press the Down button.

List Edit mode with an app selected, showing reorder arrows and a remove icon. List Edit mode with an app selected, showing reorder arrows and a remove icon.

When you remove an app from the list, the app moves to the Choose the item you want to add section at the bottom of the screen.

List Edit mode showing 'Removed successfully' notification. List Edit mode showing 'Removed successfully' notification.

Note: Removing an app from the Home screen does not uninstall it. The app remains installed on the TV and can be added back to the Home screen at any time through List Edit.

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