My app only says download pending

Thanks for your feedback, it helps us improve the site. Have you tried this method? Right-click the PowerShell and run it as Administrator. Just did that, didn't seem to do anything, just got another command line, same as where I pasted the text Hi Julia. If you will work with me I will be here to help until the issue is resolved. I'll give you everything possible that works to fix the Store, based on helping to fix it a dozen times a day for years here.

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I hope this helps. Feel free to ask back any questions and let us know how it goes. I will keep working with you until it's resolved. The pages appear to be providing accurate, safe information. Keep track of updates: Launch the Google Play Store. Tap on your profile picture in the top-right corner. Tap on the Manage tab. You will see which applications are in the process of being updated or downloaded.

Just press the X next to their name to cancel the download and proceed with getting the app you urgently need. Check your connection. Those using data might want to see if their cellular connection is on: Open the Settings app. Select Mobile network. Toggle Mobile data on. Hit Settings. Expand the Network preferences section.

Go into App download preference. Make sure the Over any network option is turned on. Go into Storage. This page will show you how much data you have at your disposal. Download apps through your browser instead. How to start Android app downloads from any browser: Open your browser of choice and go to the Google Play Store website. Log into your Google Account. Look for the app you want to download and select it.

Hit Install. Select which device you want to download the app on. Clear cache and storage on Android: Open the Settings app. Find the Google Play Store app under See all apps. Hit Clear Cache. You can also select Clear storage for a clean start. Check for system updates Are your downloads still stubbornly pending? How to update your Android phone: Open the Settings app. Go into System. Select System update. Tap on Check for update. Follow instructions to complete any pending updates. Select Settings.

Expand the About section. Tap where it says Play Store version. When you install an app that can open certain file types, your device allows you to set it as the default app for that specific file format. You can always set an app as a default opening tool for your files even when the preferences are reset.

Lastly, if nothing works and you still have the Play Store download pending issue on your phone, your last resort should be to reset your phone to the factory settings. Has the Google Play Store ever caused any issues to prevent new app downloads on your Android device? If so, what did you do to fix it? We await your response in the comments below. Mahesh has been obsessed with technology since he got his first gadget a decade or so ago.

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