Do you want to stream movies, TV shows, music, and podcasts?
Look no further than Kodi - one of the most popular media players and
interfaces available in the market. And with our guide, you can easily install
Kodi 20 Nexus on Windows.
Whether you're running
Windows 7, 8, 10, or even 11, our step-by-step instructions will help you get
started. And with the official installer straight from the Kodi website, you
can trust that you're getting the latest version of this media tool.
What is Kodi 20 Nexus?
Kodi 20 Nexus is the latest version of Kodi that combines
stability, performance, and new features. With a modern and intuitive user
interface, Kodi 20 Nexus offers exciting updates that include a PVR system with
recording capabilities, a music library with metadata tags and smart playlists,
a game library with retro gaming emulators and controllers, and a web interface
that lets you control Kodi from any device.
Plus, improved support for HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos,
DTS:X, and other audio/video formats ensures an immersive experience across all
platforms.
Kodi 20.1, an update released in March 2023, focuses on bug
fixes and improvements for Android devices. Transform your Windows PC with Kodi
20 Nexus by following these simple steps.
System Requirements
To successfully install Kodi 20 Nexus on your Windows PC, there
are a few system requirements you need to meet. First and foremost, make sure
you are running Windows 7 or a newer version. Unfortunately, Kodi is not
compatible with Windows XP or Vista.
Your CPU should be fine as long as it's an x86
or x64 processor. This includes Intel's Pentium 4, AMD's Athlon 64, or any
newer CPU. As long as your computer was made in the last decade, you shouldn't
have any issues running Kodi.
To ensure smooth performance, your computer should have at
least 1GB of RAM. However, it's recommended to have at least 2GB of RAM if
you plan on running Kodi alongside other applications.
Your graphics card should support DirectX
version 9.0c. Any GPU made in the last 10 years or so should work just
fine.
Lastly, while Kodi itself only requires between 100MB and 200MB
of space, make sure you have enough free space if you plan on
using Kodi to play locally stored movies and TV shows.
How to Install Kodi 20 Nexus on Windows?
There are three methods to install Kodi 20 Nexus on Windows
computers:
1) Using the official installer from the Kodi website
2) Using Microsoft’s App Store (available on Windows 10)
3) Using a portable version of Kodi
We will explain each method in detail below.
Using the Microsoft Store
The easiest way to install Kodi 20 Nexus on Windows is through
the official Microsoft Store app (available only on Windows 10). This method
ensures that you always get the latest version of Kodi automatically updated by
Microsoft.
To install Kodi using this method:
·
Launch the Microsoft store. You can find it by going to the
Start menu and typing “Store” in the search field. The Microsoft Store
should appear in the search results. Click on it.
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Once you are in the Microsoft App Store, you can use the search
field on the top right. Type “Kodi” and then press Enter.
Kodi should appear in the search results. You will see different applications
with a similar name, but you are only interested in the official one, created
by the XMBC Foundation.
·
Clicking on the Kodi icon will take you to the
application preview. Since it is free, all you need to do is click on Install.
·
Kodi will download and install the application on Windows as a
background task. When the installation is finished a notification will
be displayed at the bottom right of the screen. Click on it to start
Kodi.
·
Kodi is now installed on Windows. You can access Kodi from
the Start menu, either by navigating through the menus or by typing
“Kodi” in the search field.
That’s it! You have successfully installed Kodi using this
method.
Whichever installation method you use, the result will always be
the same, since the Kodi version will be the same in all cases.
However, if you download Kodi from the App Store you will have
an additional advantage, and that is that you will be able to keep the
application updated at all times.
Using the official installer from the Kodi website
This is the most recommended method to install Kodi on Windows.
Here are the steps:
·
Download the latest version of Kodi for Windows
from the official
website.
·
Click on the downloaded Kodi file to start the installer.
·
Click the “Run” button.
·
When the installer window appears, click “Next“.
·
Once the installation is complete, click “Finish” to
close the installer.
Below is the complete guide to installing Kodi on Windows by
downloading the .EXE file from the official website. To do
this, follow these steps:
·
The first thing you need to do is to access the download page of
the official Kodi website. If you scroll down, you will see the versions of
Kodi available for each system.
·
Click on the Windows icon to download the Windows
version. A panel will display the different versions you can download.
·
Depending on your operating system you may need to download
the 32-bit or 64-bit version. If your processor is 64-bit, which is
most likely, download the INSTALLER (64BIT) file. If your processor
is 32-bit, which is unlikely, download the INSTALLER
(32BIT) file. You can also download beta versions of Kodi, but we do not
recommend this, as they may cause problems.
·
Once you have downloaded the file, run it. The file is probably
downloaded to the Window’s download folder or the desktop. Use the Windows file
explorer to access it.
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Running the .EXE file will launch the Kodi installer. You must click Next to
continue.
·
There are a few different components that you can choose whether
you want them installed or not, such as the Audio Coding Addons, PVR
Addons, and some skins. If this is your first Kodi installation, it
is recommended to keep the default components.
·
Finally, you will be able to choose the installation path.
The default path is C:\Program Files\Kodi, but you can change the
path if you prefer to install the application somewhere else or on another hard
drive. You can then decide whether you want to add a shortcut on the desktop or
in the start menu.
·
When the installation is complete, you will be able to choose an
option to run Kodi when closing the installer.
·
Once the installation is complete, click on the new Kodi
icon in the start menu or taskbar. When you start the program, you should
be able to see the Kodi startup screen.
And that’s it. You have now installed Kodi on Windows.
Using a portable version of Kodi
This method allows you to run Kodi without installing it on your
PC. You can use this method if you want to try out different versions of Kodi
or if you want to use it on multiple PCs without installing it every
time.
To create a portable Kodi version for installation, you will
need to download the Kodi.EXE file and upload it to a USB drive.
Here are the steps:
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First, go to the download page of the official Kodi website and scroll
down until you see the list of the different Kodi versions.
·
Click on Windows. You will see different installers;
click Installer (64BIT) to download the version for 64-bit
processors. If you have a 32-bit processor, download the INSTALLER
(32BIT) version.
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Once you have downloaded the file, launch the .EXE file
to run the Kodi installer. This time you will need to look carefully at the
different options.
·
You will be asked where you want to install Kodi. Click Browse and
select the USB drive, which you have inserted into a port on your
computer. Click Next until the last step of the installation.
Do not finish the Kodi installation.
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In the last step of the installation, you will be able to check
the option to run Kodi at the end of the installation. Make sure not to select
this option. Finally, finish the Kodi installation.
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Once the installation is finished, access the directory where
you have installed Kodi, which will be inside the USB drive.
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In the Kodi installation directory, you will see a file
called Kodi.exe. You must create a shortcut for
this file. To do this, right-click on the file and select
the Create shortcut option. Drag this file to
the Windows desktop. Another option to create the shortcut is to
right-click on the file and select the Send to -> Desktop (create
shortcut) option.
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On the desktop, right-click on the shortcut you
just created and then select Properties. You will see a field
called Destination. You must add “-p” (without quotes) to
the end of the file name shown in this field. For example, if the file is
located at “G:\kodi.exe“, it should look like this: “G:\kodi.exe -p“.
Then click Apply and then OK.
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Next, start Kodi from this shortcut.
Now, each file or Addon you install will be
saved in Kodi’s own directory, located on the external drive. These
files include add-ons, local content, skins, and user data.
You can find these files in the portable_data folder,
inside the Kodi installation directory. Likewise, any changes you
make will take effect on the external drive.
You will be able to use this version of Kodi on any other
computer without any problem.