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This wikiHow teaches you how to download and install WeChat on an Android phone or tablet.
Steps
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1Open the Play Store. It’s the rainbow triangle icon labeled “Play Store.” You’ll find it either on the home screen or in the app drawer.
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2Type wechat into the search bar. It’s at the top of the screen. A list of search results will appear as you type.
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3Tap WeChat. It has a green icon with two white chat bubbles. This opens the app’s home page.
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4Tap INSTALL. It’s near the right side of the screen. A confirmation window will appear.
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5Tap ACCEPT. The app will now install to your Android. When the installation is complete, the “INSTALL” button will change to “OPEN,” and a WeChat icon will appear on your home screen.
Community Q&A
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QuestionCan I lnstall WeChat in my phone with no sim card?
Community AnswerYes. Whether or not your phone uses a sim card does not affect the ability to download it. -
QuestionHow do I log into WeChat?
Community AnswerClick the box in the upper right corner, to the left of the sign out box. -
QuestionHow do I install WeChat on Android if I get the message "your device is not compatible with this version?"Community AnswerYou won't be able to download We Chat when the device shows that message. But you can look to find an emulator online that can make your device compatible.
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1. Open the Play Store.
2. Type “wechat” into the search bar.
3. Tap WeChat.
4. Tap INSTALL.
5. Tap ACCEPT.
