Sideloading: Uninstalling an App With Sidequest

Sideloading: Uninstalling an App With Sidequest

Note: sideloading is not the recommended method for application distribution, but we recognize the need for sideloading in certain situations.

You must have Sidequest installed. If you do not yet have it installed, follow this guide.

After launching Sidequest and connecting your headset to your computer via USB:
  1. Confirm that your headset is connected at the top left
  2. Click the 9 squares icon at the top right
  3. Find the app you want to uninstall
  4. Click the gear on the same row for that app
  5. Click the UNINSTALL APP button
Here are the steps depicted visually:



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