This step-by-step guide will show you how to install and use MX Player on Firestick, Fire TV, and Android TV Boxes.
MX Player is a popular video player that is compatible with tons of Streaming Apps and devices.
If you are a cord-cutter who uses these services you’ve likely heard of MX Player.
MX Player is an external video player that is available for installation and uses on tons of apps and APKs that play video.
In fact, MX Player is available for integration on most apps in the TROYPOINT Best APKs list for Movies and TV Shows.
MX Player was created for use on Android devices such as smartphones and tablets. However, it is also available for use on any streaming device that supports the android operating system.
MX can be installed on a vast number of devices including the most popular streaming device, the Amazon Firestick.
One of the main reasons streamers love MX Player is its ability to use Subtitles and advanced hardware acceleration.
Oftentimes, using MX Player will result in little to no buffering for all your Movie and TV Show selections!
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The guide below will show you how to install MX Player on a Fire TV Stick 4K Max.
However, these instructions will also work for any Fire TV Device and Android TV/Google TV devices.
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How To Install MX Player on Firestick & Android TV
1. Install the Downloader app from your respective App Store (Amazon App Store or Google Play) and turn on Apps from Unknown Sources in the settings of your streaming device.
If you haven’t done this yet please refer to the following screenshot tutorial that demonstrates this simple process.
How to Install Downloader & Enable Unknown Sources
2. Launch Downloader.
3. Hover over the URL Bar and click the select button on your remote to open the keyboard.
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4. Type the Downloader Code for the TROYPOINT Toolbox which is 250931 and click Go.
5. You will then see a redirect page.
6. This brings you to the TROYPOINT Toolbox home screen.
7. Scroll down to find MX Player Pro and click Download.
8. Wait for the app to download.
9. Click Install.
10. You will then encounter MX Player Pro Ready to launch! message. Click to Open or Launch.
11. Click Allow.
MX Player is now installed and available for use on your preferred device. Enjoy!
How To Integrate MX Player in Streaming Apps
This guide will show you how to integrate MX Player within Cinema APK.
However, these steps are similar for nearly all Streaming apps with external video player capabilities.
1. Install MX Player on your streaming device by following the guide above.
2. Open Cinema and click the Menu icon in the upper left.
3. Scroll down and select Settings
4. Click Choose default player
5. Select MX Player
6. MX Player is now your default media player
7. That’s it! You will now use MX Player to stream content within Cinema
How To Use Subtitles
If you wish to enable subtitles while using MX Player, follow the guide below.
In this tutorial, we are using OpenSubtitles which works on most streaming apps & APK’s.
We are watching Night of the Living Dead, which is one of the Best Public Domain Movies.
1. After your Movie or TV opens, click the options icon (3 vertical dots) in the upper right corner of your screen.
2. Then scroll down and select Subtitle.
3. Click Online Subtitles.
4. Click Search.
5. When this menu appears, check the “Enter your search text” box.
6. After checking that box you will be prompted to search for subtitles using OpenSubtitles.
7. Then enter in the title of the movie or TV show you are watching and click Next.
8. Click the drop-down option if it appears.
9. Then click OK.
10. Wait a few seconds or so while OpenSubtitles searches for subtitle options.
11. You should then see a screen appear similar to the screenshot below. Typically we recommend just selecting the first option available.
12. Once you select a subtitle option scroll all the way down and click Download.
13. Once you return to your Movie or TV Show, click the options icon again (3 vertical dots) in the upper right.
14. Select Subtitle.
15. Then click Open.
16. You should then see your downloaded subtitles file appear. Click the file.
17. If prompted with this message, just click Replace.
18. That’s it! You can now enjoy subtitles when streaming media within your favorite APKs.
MX Player Details & More
Whenever using a streaming app such as Cinema and others, there is always a possibility of experiencing buffering or lag.
This can be a frustrating thing to encounter and oftentimes difficult to fix.
However, installing and using MX Player can be a great way to eliminate buffering issues on your device.
It works fabulously when integrated within various IPTV Services as well.
In the past, YesPlayer was a popular video player on apps such as Terrarium TV and more. But with this no longer being supported, MX Player is a great alternative.
You can also try VLC Media Player which is another great external video player option.
Using MX Player not only reduces buffering but also tends to reduce the number of ads popping up during playback.
As we all know, the fewer ads experienced while streaming, the better.
If you install MX Player on your device and encounter a message that states, “This audio format AC3 is not supported”, this can easily be fixed:
How To Fix This Audio Format AC3 is Not Supported – MX Player error
Within the Settings of MX Player is also plenty of options to change the theme, style, screen size, and more.
Overall, installing MX Player is a great way to get the most out of your favorite devices and apps. For anyone who loves streaming, this application is a must-have.
Check out our list of Best Video Players for even more external player options.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is MX Player Free?
Yes, MX Player is completely free and available for installation on tons of devices. However, you can also purchase MX Player Pro for a small fee.
Is MX Player Legal?
Yes, MX Player is legal to use and integrate within various apps and APK’s for streaming videos.
Can I Install MX Player on a Firestick?
Yes, this guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions to install and use MX Player on a Firestick or Fire TV device.
Does this Video Player Support 4K?
MX Player supports all video formats including 1080p and 4k for an awesome streaming experience.
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Same screens with installation for Kodiak please
Mxplayer will not play on teatv the only player Tlplayer
I been using MX player when I found Troypoint. At 72 yrs young My grandson is the one who introduced me to fire tv and what a cord cutter is. Free tv, yes please. My hubs bought me a Fire stick tv thingy my grandson did everything and schooled at the same time. My hubs wasn’t to sure so he went on paying for Dish tv. He finally came around and we are cord cutters thank goodness. Thanks Troypoint for all the help and big discount for IPVanish. Thanks again.
Thanks for the comment Julia!
Troy the MX player is terrible. It hasn’t fixed audio pass through for years now. On HW+ only comes though as PCM. This has been an issue for years now. Unless you know a fix that I ain’t aware of lol
Hi Scott, while MX player has its issues as you mentioned, I don’t think it’s terrible. There are several other video players like VLC you can use?
Finally fixed Mx player, I always got a message while trying to get subtitles like “ I
you do not have permission to download subtitles “ I followed your video on installing Mx player and it worked, guess it’s the codes built in. Thanks