Links on Android Authority may earn us a commission. Learn more. We have all encountered problems with Google Play at one time or another. Every app has its issues. But we are here to help! Here are some common fixes to the notorious Play Store download pending error and other common problems. See also: How to fix common Google Play Store error codes. More often than not, the Play Store download pending error culprits are apps updating at the same time.
You will also encounter the problem if you download multiple apps simultaneously or a couple of huge ones. But if you urgently need to download Uber to get a ride, for example, there is a solution. Here is what you can do:. It might sound silly, but this should always be one of the first steps you take.
If you are using Wi-Fi, try to open a website on your PC or test your internet speed here. A common cause for Google Play problems is a lack of storage on your phone or SD card. Usually, you will receive a notification if your storage is low when attempting a download. However, if you still want to make sure storage is not causing the download to pend, there are a couple of things you can do.
Cancel the download, eject the SD card, then carefully reposition it and reattempt. Just press and hold the power button on your device, then tap Restart.
For users who cannot fix the problem with any of the above solutions, our last resort, which happens to resolve many Android issues effectively, reset your device to factory settings. All data will be deleted from your device, and all third-party apps will be removed. You will also lose personalized settings because the phone will go back to the default settings.
It is why you must create a backup for the data that you consider essential. You can back up the data on a computer or use your Google account to back up the data. Your phone will give you the option to back up the data on the Google account before you reset the device. Once the reset is complete, your device will automatically restart. Go to the Play Store and check if the problem you were facing has been fixed.
Sometimes you may not be able to download the apps to your device because of insufficient space. You will have to delete a few things from your device to make space at times like these.
Check if you have too many photos or videos on your device, which may be eating into the storage. Move these files to your computer to increase the space of your device. You may have to uninstall some apps if you need enough space for large apps. To uninstall the apps, go to the Settings menu of your device and look for Apps or Application Manager.
Now tap on the apps that you want to uninstall, and you will get the option to uninstall the app on the next screen. Tap on uninstall and confirm the uninstallation. Alternatively, users on the latest version of Android will be able to long-press on the app they wish to uninstall, and they will automatically see the options to uninstall the app on the top of the screen.
All you need to do is drag the app icon to the uninstall option on the screen, and the app will be uninstalled. This error is related to the Play Service and not specific to your device. Clear the data for Google Services Framework to resolve this problem.
Follow these steps to remove the data files:. Once you clear the data, head into the Play Store and check if the error has been resolved.
If you still find the same error showing up on your screen, then access the Google Play Site from your computer. Install the app to your computer, and then the app will work on your device. These errors can occur for some problems with the Google Play Store. However, the best solution for all these errors is to clear the cache and data of Google Play Store and Google Services Framework from your device and check if the problem is resolved.
For most of our readers who found any of these errors while downloading apps from the store, this solution seemed to have worked. We have mentioned the steps for clearing the cache and data files in the solutions above. Restart your device after deleting all the files and then check if the problem has been fixed. When you get this error, you must first delete the cache and data of Google Services.
They insist you must give them a five-star rating in order to continue using the app, but you do not--rate the app as you see fit to continue using the app. Also, the ads in the app can get annoying; the good news is you won't have the app open long enough to be bothered by those apps. To install DNS Changer, follow these steps. Note: If you're experiencing the slow install issue, turn off Wi-Fi before following these steps. You'll find the launcher for the new app in your App Drawer, or on your home screen, or in both spots.
Tap the icon, and DNS Changer will fire up. Before launching the app, I highly recommend you go to Settings Wi-Fi, long press your current wireless network, and tap Forget Network. You'll need to reconnect to that network before continuing. OK that warning, and you'll see a VPN key icon in your notification area. At this point, your device is using the DNS service you selected, and the Google Play installation issue should be resolved.
Most of the time the steps I provided above work like a charm. But, if the problem persists, the issue could be with your service provider, and you'll need to wait until the service provider resolves whatever issue they are having.
However, even this can be problematic, especially if you're in an old building where the wiring might be a little sketchy.
If you think this could be the problem, move to another outlet and then call an electrician. To complete the trifecta, if it's not your power source or your cable, chances are that it's the actual adapter you're using that is causing your battery to charge slowly. There's a reason every manufacturer provides a specific USB adapter for each phone they ship. Switching adapters between phones can mix-match voltage, wattage, amperage and so on.
This is why it's best to stick with the adapter that came with your phone or at the very least take a look at the fine print and replace it with another adapter of the same type. Sorry, but it's true. If you're sitting there wondering why your Galaxy S2 takes so long to charge it's probably because the old-timer is getting worn out after many years of use.
Newer processors not only support fast charging, but newer phones even come with turbo charging chargers. The Galaxy S6, for example, can get your four hours' worth of usage after just ten minutes plugged in. Other phones that support fast charging will have a lightning bolt icon on the charger itself, possibly along with turbo charging output figures. Your phone can also become a pocket lint cave too, so check your microUSB port and make sure the little flap in the port isn't bent while you're looking in there.
Your battery might just be kaput too, so ask yourself how old it is. At least one advantage of older phones is the removable battery, so if you can pop it out, consider replacing it if it can never seem to charge normally.
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