User:Xeverything11/sandbox/Use a Device Running Android KitKat
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Steps
Setting Up Your Device
- Power on your device. Press and hold the power button until a boot animation appears.
- The power button is typically found at top or right of your device.
- Set up your device as normal. This includes connecting to Wi-Fi, setting the date, and agreeing to the terms and conditions.
- Optionally, you can log into your Google Account. In the "Got Google?" screen, tap Yes and follow these instructions below.
Logging Into Google Account
- Open Settings on your device. This resembles a cog icon and can be found in the app drawer.
File:Use a Device Running Android KitKat Step 3.png - Tap Add account. This is found below the "Account" header, near bottom of menu.
File:Use a Device Running Android KitKat Step 4.png - Tap Google. This list is sorted alphabetically, so it is at middle of screen. The icon resembles a blue square with a white "g" letter.
File:Use a Device Running Android KitKat Step 5.png - Tap Existing. This is at the bottom of the screen, just above the New button.
File:Use a Device Running Android KitKat Step 6.png - You cannot create an account directly on your device running Android KitKat. You have to do this in your mobile browser, or on a newer device.
- Select to sign in via browser. On your device, tap the dropdown button at top-right corner to open the menu, and tap Browser sign-in. This will open a popup.
File:Use a Device Running Android KitKat Step 7.png - If you cannot see the dropdown button, tap the Menu button at bottom of your device.
- Some users have reported problems logging into Google Account directly instead of via browser.
- Agree to terms and conditions. In the popup, tap OK to agree. This will open a browser for you to log in.
File:Use a Device Running Android KitKat Step 8.png - Enter your email address or phone number. Type your email address or phone number in the provided textfield. Then tap Next.
File:Use a Device Running Android KitKat Step 9.png - Enter your password. Type your password in the provided textfield. Then tap Next.
File:Use a Device Running Android KitKat Step 10.png - You may need to verify it's yours using 2FA.
- Select if you want to receive offers from Google. You can disable if unnecessary using the checkbox. Tap the right arrow at bottom right corner to proceed.
File:Use a Device Running Android KitKat Step 11.png - Finished. Then you can update the apps on your device.
File:Use a Device Running Android KitKat Step 12.png
Updating Apps
- Download the necessary APKs to a computer or a newer device.