How To install and Use Kodi with Android Devices – Guide

Android stands out from other mobile operating systems due to its ability to be customized and extended. With Kodi, an old Android device can become a powerful media hub, allowing users to access their large libraries of content on their phone or tablet.

Kodi has taken a stand against piracy, tracking down counterfeit hardware vendors and those using its platform for illegal content. To avoid any legal issues, users should steer clear of pirated Kodi apps and hardware.

How to install kodi

Kodi can now be easily installed on Android smartphones and tablets via the Google Play Store. Additionally, users can take advantage of Chromecast to watch videos using Kodi, with two methods available for setup - each with its own pros and cons.

Method 1

To get started with streaming content on your Android device, you’ll need to install Kodi, LocalCast and a file manager like ES File Explorer. Additionally, you’ll need to download an .xml file called playercorefactory. Our top recommendations for apps and the link to the .xml file can be found here.

To enable hidden files in ES File Explorer, go to Settings – Video Settings and select Show hidden files. Then, copy the playercorefactory file from the Downloads folder and paste it into the .kodi – userdata folder located in Android – Data – org.xbmc.kodi – files.

Open the Kodi app and stream videos to your Chromecast-connected TV using LocalCast.

Method #2

Using the Google Home app, you can easily mirror your device’s interface on your TV. Open the burger menu and select ‘Stream Screen/Audio’, then choose your Chromecast device to get started.

Kodi users can now enjoy their favorite videos on two screens simultaneously, thanks to the app’s new dual-screen feature.

Use Kodi – Settings

Kodi is a customizable streaming media player with a robust settings menu. After downloading the program, users can start the app and access the settings menu by tapping the gear icon in the left-hand navigation bar. The menu offers various options to customize Kodi for an individual’s needs.

Kodi’s player offers users the ability to customize their experience, with a range of settings for video, music, photos, DVD and Blu-Ray and accessibility. Options include skipping steps, delaying playback, setting default languages and adjusting refresh rate display.

Kodi allows users to customize their media experience, from thumbnails to rankings. Advanced and Expert modes offer even more options for customization.

Users of Android smartphones and tablets can’t adjust settings for watching and recording live TV, as this feature is not available on Kodi.

This section of the settings menu allows users to manage web server, app control, uPnP/DLNA, AirPlay and weather services. It is recommended that those unfamiliar with these terms avoid making any changes.

Kodi users can customize their experience with Estuary, the default skin, or by downloading third-party options. These include changing the look and feel of the interface, language settings, setting a master lock, and adding a screensaver.

Customize your skin with slide animations, automatic scrolling, weather information in the top bar, main menu content and art treatment. Create profiles to control login settings.

This section allows users to customize their experience, controlling display, audio output, input methods, Internet access, energy saving and add-ons.

System Information allows users to monitor their device’s CPU and memory usage, available storage, network connection status, video and hardware settings. Additionally, users can access Kodi’s Privacy Policy.

The app’s event log records all activities that occur while in use.

Kodi offers a basic file manager, but for more advanced features, users should opt for an app like ES File Explorer.

Switching between Advanced, Expert and Basic modes in the lower left corner of the screen can give users more options and controls for different sections.

Accessing content on local storage

Kodi is now ready to go, allowing users to watch videos, listen to music or podcasts, view photos and more. To get started, open the app and you’ll be greeted with a message that reads “Your library is empty”.

Users can quickly access any file stored on their device by tapping the “Enter file section” button.

To watch videos on your device, simply tap the “Add Videos” button in the Movies section and select the folder you want to view.

Choose this folder to appear in the “Add Video Source” section.

Choose a name for your media source and confirm it with “OK”.

Users of a certain type of media can now find the folder in their library.

Add-ons and repositories

Kodi is renowned for its streaming capabilities, which are enabled through add-ons and repositories. Here’s how to get started: first, install an add-on from the default browser.

Navigating the Add-on page, you’ll find a familiar layout of a navigation menu on the left and a library section on the right. Here’s how to install a video add-on.

Navigate to the video add-ons section and select the “Enter the add-on browser” button.

Users of video streaming services can find the content they’re looking for quickly by researching the best available add-ons.

Users of certain add-ons must meet specific requirements before they can access them. For example, the BBC’s iPlayer add-on will prompt users to obtain a UK TV license in order to watch live video or content on demand.

Users can now access installed add-ons in the Video Add-ons section of their device.

Kodi users can access thousands of approved add-ons through the default browser, but they can also find even more options in third-party repositories. SuperRepo is the largest repository available and offers a wide range of cool add-ons. Here’s a quick guide on how to install it.

To access new content, users must navigate to Settings, then File Manager and select “Add Source”.

Visit http://srp.nu and create an account by entering a name and tapping “OK”.

Return to the add-ons page and select the package icon in the top left corner.

To install, tap the “Install from zip” option.

Tap the name you gave when setting up Kodi (e.g. “Super”) and select the folder for your version of Kodi (the most recent is Krypton).

Navigate to the “repositories” folder and select “superrepo” to access its contents.

To access the SuperRepo All repository, go to the package symbols page and select “Install from repository”. After installation is complete, you can access the repository by repeating these steps.

Final note

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