How To
Basic tips for Android

- October 3, 2013
- Updated: July 2, 2025 at 8:07 AM

Get the most out of your Android device by learning how to take care of basics. In this series, Basic Tips for Android, we’ll ensure that you know how to do the most useful, fundamental tasks quickly and easily. Want to make sure you have the best Android browser on the market? Want to transfer files to your Android even when you don’t have a cable? Want to save space by forcing your device to save apps to the SD card?
We’ve got mountains of super useful tips that will help everyone, from Android noobs to old hands who want to make sure they’re getting 110% from their phone. We’ve got tutorials, tips, comparisons, in-depth and opinion pieces. We really hope you find them useful!
Getting started with Android
7 essential tips to set up your new Android device
The top 5 file managers for Android
Control your Android device wirelessly
Everything you need to know about Google Play
Installing apps on your Android device
How to: Force Android to automatically install apps to SD card
10 essential games for your Android device
5 essential apps for your new Android phone
Top 25 apps for your Android tablet
How to: install Android APKs with Google Drive
Getting the most from your Android
The best alternative keyboards for Android
Android: Everything you need to know – utilities
Getting the most from Facebook, Whatspp and Instagram for Android
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