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About Sideload Launcher - Android TV

This is only for the new Android TV devices, like the ADT-1 and the Nexus Player, it is completely useless on other devices

Android TV requires existing apps to be updated and declare themselves compatible before they're installable from the Play store.

While certainly not as streamlined or seamless as the average user would wish for their TV, many apps can still function on some level on these devices if you sideload them, but they don't show up in the Leanback Launcher (the Android TV homescreen).

So for that there is this app, the Sideload Launcher. A simple app that shows you the normal app launcher icons that a phone or tablet would show you, but which are hidden on Android TV, allowing you to launch any sideloaded app!

What’s new

Version 2.0.1 · Updated September 26, 2026

- Complete rewrite - Configurable columns - Banner and icon mode - Recents and favorites - Badges - App type filter - Localized to 74 languages

User reviews

Bhautik Patel
Bhautik Patel
Best for Android TV. 👍
Ankit Chowdhary
Ankit Chowdhary
nice
Jill Curtis
Jill Curtis
Good
PLUS POINT
PLUS POINT
Nice
Yusoff Amran
Yusoff Amran
Don't use an Android box without it !!
Abhishek M
Abhishek M
Thanks for making it.

Frequently asked questions

What is Sideload Launcher?
Sideload Launcher is an app designed specifically for new Android TV devices like the ADT-1 and Nexus Player. It allows users to launch apps that have been sideloaded onto their Android TV devices.
Can I use Sideload Launcher on other devices?
No, Sideload Launcher is only useful for new Android TV devices. It is completely useless on other devices.
Why do existing apps need to be updated for Android TV?
Android TV requires existing apps to be updated and declare themselves compatible before they can be installed from the Play store. This is to ensure that the apps function properly on the Android TV platform.
Can apps still function on Android TV without being updated?
Yes, many apps can still function on some level on Android TV if they are sideloaded. However, these apps will not show up in the Leanback Launcher, which is the Android TV homescreen.
What does Sideload Launcher do?
Sideload Launcher is a simple app that displays the normal app launcher icons that are hidden on Android TV. It allows users to launch any sideloaded app on their Android TV device.

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