Installing the Sling TV App
Installing the Sling TV app on your compatible streaming devices, smartphones, tablets and smart TVs is fairly easy. Start by choosing your device below for step-by-step instructions on how to download and install the Sling app:
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To download the Sling TV app on your Amazon Fire TV, follow the steps below:
- Start by returning to your Amazon Fire TV home page, then click on the search icon in the upper-left corner of the screen.
- Next, use the search engine to locate the Sling TV app by typing in Sling TV
- You'll notice related titles will populate below the Text Search keyboard. Select Sling TV or Sling Television, to locate the application.
- Click on the Sling TV application to open information about the app, as well as, begin the installation process; select Download
- Once the installation process is complete, click Open to launch the Sling TV app.
Now it's time to enjoy your subscription! Sign in using your Sling TV account and enjoy!
To download the Sling TV app on your Amazon Tablet follow the steps below:
- Start by returning to your Amazon Home screen. Then Click App Store
- To find the Sling app, use the search engine, represented as magnifying glass
- Once located, select Download
- Once the download is complete, click Open to launch the Sling TV app!
Note: Android smartphones and tablets must be running OS Lollipop 5.0 or newer in order to use Sling TV.
To download the Sling TV app to your Android smartphone or tablet, follow the steps below:
- Open the Google Play Store >
- Search for Sling TV
- Select INSTALL
- Accept Google's Terms & Conditions
- Once the download is finished, press OPEN to launch Sling TV
Note: Android smartphones and tablets must be running OS Lollipop 5.0 or newer in order to use Sling TV.
To download the Sling TV app on to your Android TV, follow the steps below:
- Launch the Google Play Store on your device, which can be found in the Apps ribbon located under your recommendations ribbon
- Using Search, type in Sling TV or use the voice feature to locate the app in the store
- Click INSTALL to start the installation process
- Accept the Terms and conditions presented by the Google Play Store
- Once the installation is complete, click OPEN to launch the Sling TV app
To download the Sling TV app on your Apple TV, follow the steps below:
- Launch the App Store on your Apple TV
- Scroll right to launch Search. Type in Sling TV, or use Siri voice command to locate the app. Click on the Sling TV application to learn more about our application and start the installation process
- Next, select the cloud icon located above Install
- Once the download is complete, click Open to open your Sling TV application
To setup your Chromecast device to work with Sling TV, follow the steps below:
- Plug your Chromecast into your TV via an HDMI Port. In order to power your device, connect the USB power cable into the back end of your Chromecast, and plug the opposite end into your nearest power source, or into any available USB port on your TV
- Download and launch the Google Home app on your mobile device or tablet, then select the name of your Chromecast device
- Make sure the code on your TV matches the code displayed on your mobile device or tablet
- Give your Chromecast a name
- Make sure your mobile device or tablet is connected to the same network as your Chromecast
- If you haven't already, download the Sling app to your mobile device or tablet
- Finally, start watching on your device, then hit the Cast icon to watch on your TV
Note: Your device must be running iOS 11 or newer to use Sling TV.
To download the Sling TV app to your iOS device, follow the steps below:
- Launch the App Store on your device
- Locate the Sling TV app by using Search
- Tap GET, or tap on Sling TV to learn more
- Once the installation is complete, tap Open, or exit the App Store and tap the Sling TV icon on your device
Compatible LG Smart TVs will come with Sling TV pre-loaded on the webOS launcher bar once your Smart TV is connected to the Internet. If you don’t already see the Sling TV app on your Home screen, you’ll need to download it. Follow the steps below to download the Sling TV app:
- Start by returning to your LG home screen by pressing the Home button on your remote. Then select Search
- Enter Sling using the on-screen keyboard and select Search
- Highlight and select the Sling TV app
- Select Install
- Once the download is complete, click Launch to open the Sling TV app!
To download the Sling TV app to your Roku, follow the steps below:
- Locate Search on the left side of your screen
- Type Sling TV in the search bar to locate the app
- Once it appears, select Sling TV to continue
- Select Add channel. Your Roku device will begin automatically installing the app
- Once the installation is complete, return to your Roku home screen, then select the Sling TV app to start watching
Compatible Samsung Smart TV models will come with Sling TV pre-loaded in the My Apps screen once your Smart TV is connected to the Internet. You can find this screen by pressing the Home button on your remote, then selecting Apps, and finally, My Apps. Follow the instructions below to download and install the Sling TV app:
- From the Apps screen, select the magnifying glass icon in the upper-right corner of the screen to search for Sling TV
- Once the app is located, select Install to download the app on your Smart TV
- Allow the download and installation process to complete
Once the download is complete, select Open to launch the Sling TV app!
To access the Sling app on your VIZIO SmartCast TV, follow these 3 steps:
- Press the input button on your VIZIO remote then choose the 'SmartCast' input. You can also press the V or Home keys near the center of your remote.
- Find the Sling app from the list of available applications.
- Click on the Sling app and sign in with your Sling username and password. That's it - No downloading required.
NOTE: The Sling TV app is only available on 2016 and newer model VIZIO SmartCast TVs. If you don't see the Sling TV app already in the SmartCast app catalog, you may not have a supported device.
Installing Sling TV on your XBOX One is easy! Just follow the steps below:
- Start by navigating to the Store tab on the XBOX menu. Select Search all Apps, then search for "Sling TV"
- Select the Sling TV icon for more information. Next, select Get App, then Download App to begin installation
- Click Launch once the app has downloaded to open the app
Now, just sign in and enjoy!
After you've installed the Sling app, Streaming live content with Sling TV is as easy as 1, 2, Sling!
NOTE: To subscribe, modify your account or watch Sling TV, you must be in one of the 50 United States or Puerto Rico.
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