How do I retrieve an app that I bought. The icon is in my library. But the program isn't in my device. When I look in the file that contain the app and try to open it, It doesn't open.

How do I retrieve an app that I bought. The icon is in my library. But the program isn't in my device. When I look in the file that contains the app and try to open it, it doesn't open.

iPhone 4, Windows XP

Posted on Jun 22, 2013 11:41 AM

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Jun 24, 2013 12:58 PM in response to Hestersfree

Howdy Hestersfree,



This can be done through the App Store on the device that you'd like the app installed on.


Apps on iOS

  1. Open the App Store on your device.
  2. Make sure you are signed in with the same Apple ID used for the original purchase.
  3. Tap Updates from the bottom navigation bar.
    User uploaded file
  4. Tap Purchased on the resulting screen.
    User uploaded file
  5. Locate the app in your Purchased tab.
  6. Tap the download button.
    User uploaded file
  7. The app will begin downloading and you'll be taken back to your home screen.


Downloading past purchases from the App Store, iBookstore, and iTunes Store

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2519



Cheers,

Allen

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