Setting up a new Fire TV Stick comes with a checklist of things. You must do these things in order to get the most out of your device. This includes simple things from configurations to determining internal storage use, setting picture quality and even privacy protection.
Here are some tips on things to do when setting up a new Fire TV Stick.
1. Check for Software Updates
The first thing you need to do when setting up a new Fire TV Stick is to check for the remote control and operating system’s software updates. While you may not find any when you first switch your device on, it’s worth checking for them regularly. After you’ve done the initial setup, check to see if there’s any software update notification running in the background.
To do this, simply go to “Settings”, then “My Fire TV”, followed by “About”, then “Check for System Updates.” To see if there’s a remote update click on “Settings”, then “Controllers & Bluetooth Devices” followed by “Amazon TV Remotes.”
2. Install the Fire TV Remote App
After installing and configuring your Fire TV apps, you’ll want to rearrange the app icons on the screen. You can do this by using your Fire TV remote app. Most people use this app because you can access it from your phone and it works similarly to a regular keyboard. The first thing to do is to highlight every app icon featured on the Fire TV and then click on the “Home” button.
Afterward, click on “Move” in order to move the icon up, down, left or right. Using the remote app allows you to rearrange the icons by long-pressing them and then moving them to your preferred location on the screen. The arrangement you make will automatically reflect on the screen of your Fire TV app.
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3. Install Apps
After you’ve switched on your Fire TV and registered it, you’ll want to install apps. But, there are many ways to go about this in a more efficient way. For instance, you can install apps remotely from the Amazon.com website. In most cases, it’s better to use a computer to find and install apps because it’s quicker to search for apps that way. Plus, you can push them onto your Fire TV device remote by clicking on “Deliver to” menu of your app’s product page. Then select your Fire TV device from there.
4. Install FileLinked
Installing the FileLinked is one of the first things you’ll want to do when setting up a new Fire TV Stick. Not only will it make it easier for you to access any app on your Fire TV Stick device, but it’ll also allow you to download these apps on your phone too.
Furthermore, you must install the FileLinked app on your Fire TV device and on your phone or tablet. This way you can get the most from your Fire TV device and save a lot of time.
5. Hide Cloud Apps
Another crucial step to take when setting up a new Fire TV Stick is to hide cloud apps. Why? Because there are plenty of apps on your Fire TV device that you’ll never even use. This means they’re just taking up valuable space for no reason.
To keep them out of view, go to “Setting”, then “Applications”, followed by “Appstore menu.” From here, go to the “Hide Cloud Apps” option and switch it on. Doing this will save you from seeing dozens of unused apps on your Fire TV’s app grid.
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