How To Run Android Apps on Your PC

Faizan Ahmad
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One of the main reason for the increasing popularity of Android is the availability of millions of apps that a user can download from Android Market and use it. No matter which Android device you are using whether a tablet or smartphone, app developers are trying to create new apps to give you best experience for your device. But unfortunately you cannot run Android apps on your PC because they are not compatible with your windows or mac.

There are some android apps that are available for your PC but they are not fully equivalent to original Android apps. But now you don't have to search for equivalent or somewhat similar Android apps to run on your PC. Now you can run the same Android app on PC which you have on your tablet or smartphone with app player.

Thanks to BlueStacks for giving this program (App Player). With the help of this program you can run any Android app on your PC. It also allows you to download apps directly or you can transfer from your Android device. Since this app is in alpha version therefore you can face some minor performance issues and perhaps a bug or two.

How To Use BlueStacks

Using BlueStacks is very easy and straightforward. If you know how to transfer apps from your Android device then it becomes more easy. I have given below how to transfer apps from your devices. Now, to get started just download BlueStacks app player from BlueStacks website and run the installation. When you have finished installation you'll see a short video describing what BlueStacks is and how to run this app and the key features. You must watch this video to understand better app player.

BlueStacks App Player

This app automatically connects to BlueStacks server and runs when your windows starts. It shows status icon in the tray. It comes with handful of apps preinstalled and the option to download apps from "Add more channels". In order to download apps you have to register with BlueStacks for a free account. After registration you can download available apps and enjoy.

How To Transfer Apps From Android Devices to Your PC


If you have an Android device whether a smartphone or tablet and want to use its apps into your computer then you can transfer it to your PC. You can connect and transfer your mobile app to you PC with Cloud Connect mobile app. To use it you have enter your BlueStacks PIN. This PIN is provided to you after registration with BlueStacks. Download Cloud Connect from Android Market on your Android tablet or smartphone. Don't worry it's only 402KB. After it is installed your device it is ready to transfer app to your PC.
Cloud Connect

To use Cloud Connect, simply launch the application and select all the Android apps that you want to transfer to your PC. Click the Sync button at the top of your cloud connect app and wait for the apps to upload. All the apps that you have selected to transfer is now visible in your BlueStacks app on your PC.

You app player's PC client will notify you when all your apps are uploaded. Select Get More Apps and click Cloud Connect link now a screen should pop up with a list of all apps transferred from your Android device. Click Subscribe below each app and now you can enjoy your favorite Android apps on your PC.