Although the Xbox has a built-in web browser, Microsoft Edge, some individuals may prefer using Google Chrome due to its easy-to-navigate interface and ability to synchronize across multiple devices. However, Google Chrome is not currently available in the Xbox app store. Fortunately, there is a workaround to access it by utilizing the developer mode. The following blog post provides a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to download Google Chrome on Xbox.
Enable Developer Mode
To install Google Chrome on Xbox, you first need to enable the developer mode. Here’s how:
- Download the Dev Mode Activation app from the Xbox store.
- Launch the app and follow the instructions to activate Developer Mode on your Xbox.
Note: Activating developer mode will remove all of your games and apps, so make sure to back up any data you want to keep.
Installing Google Chrome
Once in developer mode, you will need to install Google Chrome manually. Follow these steps:
- On your computer, download the Google Chrome installation file.
- Open the Xbox Device Portal on your computer. You can do this by entering the IP address of your Xbox into your computer’s web browser. The IP address can be found in the Dev Mode Activation app on your Xbox.
- Once you are in the Xbox Device Portal, click on My games & apps.
- Under Apps, click on Add.
- Select the Google Chrome installation file you downloaded earlier and click Start.
- Google Chrome should now be installed on your Xbox.
# Steps to install Google Chrome 1. Download Google Chrome installation file on your PC 2. Open Xbox Device Portal on your PC 3. Go to 'My games & apps' 4. Under 'Apps', click 'Add' 5. Select the Google Chrome installation file 6. Click 'Start'
Conclusion
Although Google Chrome is not natively supported on Xbox, it is still possible to install it using the developer mode. While this process can be a bit technical, it’s a worthwhile solution for users who prefer the Google Chrome browser. Remember to always be careful when making changes to your Xbox’s system settings and only download applications from trusted sources.