Change Device Profile With BlueStacks From BlueStacks version 4.50 onwards, our users can now change device profiles. This can be done either automatically or manually. By changing the device profile, you can achieve two things.
First, you need to check and make sure that you are running the most recent version of BlueStacks. The latest version should already be optimized for top performance, making it better than the older ones. To update BlueStacks, follow these steps: Launch BlueStacks. Click the gear icon in the upper-right corner of the screen. Select Settings. So is it possible to change the version of Android that is running on BlueStacks to an earlier version? With using a terminal app I can see the current version running is 4.4.2 - API 19 android android-4.0-ice-cream-sandwich emulation bluestacks.
Do you want to run your favorite Android apps and games on your PC or Mac? Then all you need is the BlueStacks Player.
BlueStacks is a free Android emulator that allows you to play Android games on your PC or Mac, games like PuBG and Fortnite.
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How To Download BlueStacks:
- Click one of the above links to download BlueStacks to your computer
- Find the file on your computer and click on it
- Click Agree to the Terms and Conditions
- Click on Install
- Choose Online or Offline installation – online is a couple of minutes, offline is at least 15 minutes
- Now wait while BlueStacks is installed
How to Use the BlueStacks App:
- Click Start to open BlueStacks and allow it to load and set up – this might take a few minutes
- When it's done, you will see the BlueStacks home screen – there are already some apps installed, including the Play Store
- Select Play Store and set your account up – use an existing Google account or set a new one up
- Follow any on-screen directions to complete the setup – if you want you can skip the setup and still install your files
- When it's all done, the right-hand sidebar will show you lots of options, including transferring files, installing APKs, and much more
BlueStacks Features:
- Smooth, Faster gameplay – speed is a priority, and BlueStacks is an incredibly fast emulator, and one of the smoothest. All the performance settings are customizable, even down to set the number of CPUs to use and RAM. For standard gameplay, choose two CPUs and 1.5 GB RAM
- Compatibility for External Controllers – most people find controllers much easier to use for games, and BlueStacks offers full compatibility for all external controllers, something most Android devices don't offer.
- Device Emulation – BlueStacks emulates your Android device, including phone number, model, IMEI number, and more, as well as loads of device-specific features.
- Root Access – with SuperUser, BlueStacks is rooted right from the start, allowing you easy access to your PC or Mac files
Frequently Asked Questions:
- What is Bluestacks?
BlueStacks is a computer program that lets you run Android apps on your computer. It emulates the Android Mobile OS on your computer to run Android apps and games.
- How Safe is Bluestacks?
BlueStacks is safe to download and use. It is a reliable Android emulator app.
- How to Uninstall Bluestacks?
BlueStack app can be uninstalled from your Mac and Windows PC, just like any other computer program. You can get the details to Uninstall a program on the PC on the linked page and on a Mac OSX computer here.
- What are the disadvantages of Bluestacks?
BlueStacks is comparatively slower than other Android emulator apps like Nox Player.
- How do I Fix Bluestacks stuck on loading?
- Restart your computer.
- Check if the virtualization is enabled on your system and your computer fulfills the minimum system requirements. See this video.
- Free up your computer's RAM and increase allocated RAM to BlueStacks.
- Check and upgrade your computer graphics drivers to the latest version.
- Configure your antivirus correctly.
- How do I install Bluestacks on my Mac?
You can install BlueStacks on your Mac computer by downloading the app from the link above and install it following the given steps.
- My PC is 32-Bit. Which BlueStacks Version Do I Need to Run 32-Bit Android Apps?
You must download the 32-bit BlueStacks version
- My PC is 64-Bit. Which BlueStacks Version Do I Need to Run 64-Bit Android Apps?
You must download the 64-bit BlueStacks version, and you must enable VT on your computer
- How Do I Copy my PC Files to BlueStacks 4?
- Launch BlueStacks and click the Library option
- Launch System Apps
- Click Media Manager
- On the popup for Import Windows File to Android, click on Open once you have found the file you want to import
- You should find your file is now in BlueStacks
- What is BlueStacks Game Settings for PuBG Mobile?
- If you want to play PuBG Mobile on your PC, you need to do a little setting up first:
- Open BlueStacks and go to the right side of the screen; click on the Bulb icon
- The game guidance window opens; click on Settings, and you will see several options to tweak
- Click on In-Game Resolution to change the resolution in the game. The higher you set the resolution, the more system resources are used but, the better the graphics
- Click on Graphics Quality to define the in-game environment elements. HD graphics give you a much sharper texture, but it will take more out of your graphics card
- Clicking on Learn More will give you information about all the game settings
- Click on Save Changes when you are done tweaking and then restart your game so it can all take effect.
User Ratings:
4.3 / 5. 26
BlueStacks is a program that emulates the Android operating system on a computer. You can run your favorite Android apps on your Windows or Mac desktop or laptop, and it is free to download and use.
It is ad-supported, but there is a premium subscription available that removes the ads and provides priority technical support if you want it.
NOTE:The current version of BlueStacks only runs Android 4.4.2 KitKat and some apps may not run on older versions of Android. Also, multi-touch (using multiple fingers at a time on the screen) doesn't work unless you have a touch-screen monitor.
Why Use BlueStacks To Run Android On Your Computer?
You can install and use the Android Software Development Kit (SDK) to emulate Android, but that's a complicated process. BlueStacks is essentially a self-contained virtual machine running the Android operating system and the Play Store comes pre-installed on it. You can install and set up BlueStacks, and start running your favorite apps in a very short amount of time.
Test Apps
If you want to try an app, but you don't want to install it on your phone or tablet yet, you can install it in BlueStacks to test it first. You can even install apps from outside the Play Store by importing and installing '.apk' files in BlueStacks from your computer (more on this later in the article).
Play Games On a Larger Screen
Some games available for Android would benefit greatly from a larger screen. BlueStacks allows you to install most games that will run in Android 4.4.2 KitKat and earlier.
You can even play games in full screen mode. Click the 'Toggle Screen' button in the upper-right corner of the window to enter full screen mode. Press 'F11' to return to the normal window size.
Use a Physical Keyboard To Type In Android Apps
If you want to use a physical keyboard to type in an Android app, BlueStacks is a good way to do this. You can type notes in text apps or even in Microsoft Word for Android.
Install BlueStacks
BlueStacks is available for Windows and Mac, but this article only covers the Windows version. We tested the Mac version, and the Windows version seems more similar to an Android device.
To get started with BlueStacks, download the installer and run it. You'll be taken through a typical installation process. Accept the defaults as you go through the installation wizard. When the following screen appears, make sure both checkboxes are ticked and then click 'Install'.
You'll also be prompted to create a BlueStacks account using your Google account. It's free to create a BlueStacks account and you get some interesting features.
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If you're going to play games with BlueStacks, you can chat with other players online who are playing the same game at the same time as you. Having a BlueStacks account also allows you to sync your settings among all your devices.
NOTE: We installed BlueStacks 2 App Player, which is good for running most apps, including games. However, BlueStacks 3 Gaming Platform is specifically for gaming and can make use of high-end performance computers and allows you to play multiple accounts in games.
Click 'Sign in with Google' and follow the instructions to create a BlueStacks account.
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Once you finish setting up your BlueStacks account, you'll be presented with your BlueStacks Profile name. Remember that and click 'Done'.
You'll see a dialog box about improving location accuracy. Click 'Agree' – if you agree.
Then, if you want Google apps to access your location, click 'Yes' on the following dialog box to turn location back on for all Google apps – if you agree.
Set Up Android In BlueStacks
Now, you'll be asked to set up your 'Android device' in BlueStacks. This is just like setting up a new physical Android phone or tablet. Follow the instructions on each screen, and click the next arrow to advance to each screen. You'll encounter all the usual stuff you do when you set up an Android device for the first time.
Sign In To Your Google Account
As you're setting up your 'Android device' in BlueStacks, you'll be asked to sign in with your Google account so you can access the Play Store and other features.
NOTE: When you sign in to your Google account in BlueStacks, you'll get two security alerts from Google indicating you just signed in to Firefox on Windows and a Samsung Galaxy S5 device. BlueStacks identifies itself as a Firefox browser and the emulation signature it's using for its Android hardware identifies itself as an Samsung Galaxy S5. You can ignore these email alerts as they are nothing to worry about.
If you've set up two-factor authentication on your Google account (which you should), you might encounter an error saying Android couldn't sign in to your Google account. You must sign on the web, so click 'Next' to start browser sign-in.
You'll get a notification to approve the attempt the sign in on your main mobile device. Tap 'Yes' in the Google app on your device to approve the sign in.
Install Apps From The Play Store
Once the setup is done, you'll see an Android Home screen similar to the one on your phone or tablet. You can 'Search Apps' right from the Home screen or open the 'Play Store'. You'll also see a widget with apps advertised as the editor's choice picked by the BlueStacks team.
We're going to install an app from the Play Store, so click on that icon.
NOTE: Use the mouse to click on icons, just like you would use your finger to tap on icons on an Android phone or tablet. 'Control+' and 'Control-' can be used for pinch-to-zoom controls. To simulate tilting a device left or right, use the 'Z' and 'X' keys.
Search for an app you want and install and run it just like you would on your Android device.
Customize & Use BlueStacks
You can customize the keyboard shortcuts used to do things like tap, swipe, tilt, and zoom. Click the keyboard keys icon at the top of the screen. If you don't want to use the keyboard, click the 'Disable Key Mapping' slider button on the left.
Otherwise, click the action you want to change, type the keys you want to use and click the 'Save' button on the right.
Close Apps & Switch Between The Home Screen & Apps
Use the tabs at the top of the screen to close apps and switch between the Home screen and open apps.
Controls For BlueStack & Android
The sidebar on the left side of the BlueStacks window contains controls that allow you to switch device orientation, simulate device shaking, install '.apk' files stored on your computer, or transfer files between the BlueStacks virtual device and your computer.
There are also buttons at the top for notifications and settings for both BlueStacks and Android.
What Android apps have you used in BlueStacks? Have you used any other methods of running Android on a desktop or laptop computer? Let us know in the comments.
