How to Fix Apps on a Samsung Smart TV

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

Smart TV's are capable of running apps just like a smartphone or a computer would. There could be times when an app may encounter errors or stop working. The following steps will guide you through troubleshooting those issues.

2. Power Cycle Devices

Most of the time, restarting will fix common problems.

1. Unplug your modem, router, and TV. Do not disconnect any Ethernet cables, just unplug the power cords from the wall.
   

1. Plug in your modem and router first, and wait for it to establish a connection.
2. Plug in the TV and turn it on.

3. What issue are you encountering?

Before proceeding, we need to first determine what issue you are having.

4. App Reinstallation

In the next steps, we will guide you through uninstalling and reinstalling the app you are having issues with.

5. Uninstall App

1. Press the Smart Hub or Home button from your remote.
2. Select APPS.
   

1. Select Settings.
   

1. Select the app that you want to uninstall or delete.
2. Select Delete option.
   

1. Select Delete to confirm.
   

6. Install App

1. Press the Smart Hub button from your remote.
2. Select Apps.
   

1. Search for the app you want to install by selecting Magnifying glass icon.
   

1. Type the Name of the application you want to install. Then select Done.
   

1. Select Download.
   

1. Once the download completes, select Open to use your new app.
   

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8. What's next?

9. Network Test

Perform Network Test to check the internet connection of your Samsung Smart TV.

1. Select Menu button from your remote.
2. Select Setup.
3. Select Network.
   

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2. In the Network Menu select Network Test.
   

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2. Your Smart TV will now perform the Test.
3. If you're Smart TV is successfully connected, a check mark will appear next to each part of the test.
   

10. Improve Network Performance

• You may have to shut down or disconnect other unused devices that are connected to the same network.
• If your device is connected via Wi-Fi, its distance from the router, as well as well as other environmental factors can affect the quality of the signal. Try moving your router to a more central location or use a Wi-Fi extender.
• The best type of connection is a wired Ethernet connection. If possible, this is the way to go.

11. How to Update your Samsung Smart TV

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12. What's next?