- Some Android phones do not come with Gallery app installed.
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Have you ever come across a device that doesn’t have an inbuilt gallery app? Sometimes, while installing custom ROMs or buying a branded phone that only has access to its own version of the photo-viewing app, we would want to consider other options. Here are three tested Gallery apps that will work on any of your Android phones.
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Which Gallery Apps to choose from
While the Google Play Store has abundant apps that support photo-viewing, we did a little testing and recommended these apps for you to consider. Whether you prefer a feature-rich app like Google Gallery, the sleek design of OnePlus Gallery, or the minimalist approach of Focus Go, you’re sure to find an option that works well on your Android device.
1. Google Gallery App
One of the most compatible Gallery apps available to install on the Google Play Store is Google’s Gallery. Similar to Google Photos, the app can classify faces and has an identical user interface.
1. Install the Google Gallery from the Google Play Store.
2. Once done, grant access to the app to access photos and continue.
3. You can also tweak and get the app theme changed to Dark Mode.
2. OnePlus Gallery App
While the OnePlus Gallery comes pre-installed in OnePlus and Oppo devices, the app isn’t available to download directly from the Google Play Store. Here’s how to set it up on your device.
1. Here’s the link to download the modded apk from the website on your phone.
2. Once installed, agree to the terms and allow all images to be accessed for the gallery to work.
3. Once done, the OnePlus gallery is ready to use.
4. You can also tweak the settings by clicking the three-dot settings.
3. Focus Go Gallery App
Focus Go is a simple, lightweight gallery app created by Francisco Franco. It’s blazing fast, free, ad-free, and doesn’t require extra permissions. Here’s how to get started with it.
1. Proceed to install the Focus Go Gallery from the Google Play Store.
2. Once installed, allow Focus Go to access the media photos and videos on the device.
3. You can also choose to tweak settings such as Higher quality thumbnails and render pictures in HDR. 
FAQs
Q. Can I hide albums in these gallery apps?
Yes, many gallery apps offer the ability to hide albums. For example, Simple Gallery Pro and its open-source fork, Fossify Gallery, provide options to hide entire albums securely.
Q. Are there any open-source gallery apps available?
Yes, there are several open-source gallery apps available for Android. Some popular options include Aves Gallery, Fossify Gallery, and Simple Gallery Pro.
Wrapping Up
In this guide, we explored how to install any gallery app on Android device. For more such guides, tips and how-to’s follow GadgetsToUse.
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