Sometimes the zip file cannot be found on the first layer but in subfolders within the source.

Click on the source we have added in the step before.Ġ5 – Now you need to look for a zip file which contains the term “repository” and the name of the required repository itself. How to install a Kodi repositoryĠ1 – In the Kodi home-screen click on “Add-ons” on the left side.Ġ2 – Select the box symbol at the top left to open the “Addon Browser”.Ġ4 – The Kodi file manager opens up and you see a list of your attached devices and your sources. Step 1 is done and you have successfully added a third-party source. In this example we will install the Kodzi Kodi addon which can be used to install Kodi addons directly by using a URL from the internet.Ġ6 – In the box underneath type in the name of the source, repository or a term which describes the purpose of this source.Ġ7 – Click on “OK” to confirm your input. These source URLs are mentioned in all our addon installation guides. How to add a source in Kodi file managerĠ1 – Start Kodi and select the gear icon to open the settings.Ġ2 – Open your file manager by selecting the folder symbol.Ġ3 – Select “Add Source” (may require a double-click on certain devices).Ġ4 – When you see this windows select “”.Ġ5 – Type in the URL which points to the source you need to add in order to install the repository and addon. In our guide we show you step-by-step how to do this. Installing the addon from the repositoryīefore we show you how to install Kodi addons make sure to enable unknown sources in your settings.Most of the Kodi addons can be installed by performing three easy steps:

Unofficial Kodi addons however require you to install third-party repositories which can be done by adding a source in your file manager. The Kodi website is providing a list of all official addons. Official Kodi addons can be installed from the Kodi Addon Repository which is pre-installed by default. There are two types of Kodi addons: Official and unofficial ones. Some of these addons can be used to stream video and audio content over the internet or maintain your Kodi installation by deleting the cache and other temporary files.

How to add a source in Kodi file managerĪddons are expanding your Kodi experience drastically by adding functionalities to your entertainment center.

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