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How to move apps to a USB memory device on Android TV™

    You can move downloaded apps to a USB memory device to increase the space available in the TV.

    WARNING: When you format a USB memory device, all data saved in the USB memory device will be deleted. Back up your important data before formatting.

    NOTES:

    • Performing this procedure formats the USB memory device for exclusive use with the TV. Therefore, you may be unable to use the USB memory device with a computer, etc.
    • Some apps cannot be moved to a USB memory device.
    1. Connect a USB memory device to the TV.
    2. Press the HOME button on the remote control.
    3. Select Settings.
    4. Select Storage & reset, then select the desired USB memory device.
    5. Select Format as device storage.
    6. When formatting is finished, Press the HOME button on the remote control.
    7. Select Settings.
    8. Select Apps.
    9. Select the app that you want to move to the USB memory device.
    10. Select the USB memory device from the used storage. The app is moved to the USB memory device.

    NOTE: Repeat steps 6 to 10 to move additional apps to the USB memory device

     

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