Some users They have problems with the com.google.process.gapps process, as this stops and, in this way, some developments stop working (and, when this starts, it is something that happens frequently). This, which is due to a system instability, it can happen to someone who has a Nexus range terminal as well as to someone with a Samsung Galaxy one.
Well, we'll show you steps to try to solve this easily and without having to restart the device, something that, on the other hand, if the problem persists for a long time, may have to be done sooner or later. However, with the options we've outlined below, you might not have to go to this extreme, since its effectiveness is quite high.
Disable and re-enable the download manager
This is a useful first option when you don't know which specific application is causing the instability. com.google.process.gappsThe first thing is to access the Settings of the affected terminal. Now look for the section Application Manager and select the tab All . Scroll down until you find an app called Download manager o Download manager.
Click on it and use the button Disable. Next, re-enable the service and, to confirm that everything is working, repeat the process one more time, leaving about five seconds between each step. Also, check the tab. Disabled that Download Manager do not remain idle. This maneuver usually reactivate the download queue and fix dependency errors that trigger the message:
«com.google.process.gapps has stopped.
Clear cache and data of the crashing app
If you have noticed that the notice appears when you open a specific app, the ideal thing to do is act on that application. Go to Settings> Applications, locate it and enter its file. Click on Storage and touches Clear cache. If the error persists, use Delete data. Note that preferences or progress will be lost (e.g. game levels or conversations), so it is a good idea to save a copy if possible before proceeding.
Delete a specific app to clear the cache
If you know exactly when the stability problem occurs in the process, another way is uninstall the conflicting app. Let's assume the fault comes from Shazam: accessing the Application Manager as explained before, look for the development, click on it and use uninstallRestart your device to clear the cache, and if necessary, reinstall what you deleted; in principle, this shouldn't cause any more problems.
Clear Google Play Services data
If the error persists after cleaning or uninstalling the app, the cause may be in the Google Play services. Go into Settings > Apps > Google Play Services > Storage > Manage space and choose Clear all data. This step eliminates preferences and internal settings of the services, but they are automatically regenerated when you use them again.
Uninstall Google Play Store updates
Another effective solution when the error affects downloads or the store is return to the factory version from the Play Store. Go to Settings > Applications > Google Play Store, tap the three dot menu and select Uninstall updatesThe Play Store will then gradually update; please check for a few days to see if the issue resolves.
Reset app association preferences
Finally, before taking more drastic measures, restart the application preferences. Access Application Manager, open the menu and press Reset preferences. This returns associations and restrictions of all apps to their factory state, without deleting any installed applications.
Remove and re-add your Google account (if Play Store doesn't open)
If you are unable to open Play Store or it closes unexpectedly with the process message, there may be a sync problem. Try going to Settings> Accounts> Google, delete your account, restart your phone and add the account again. After this, validate that the downloads and updates are working again.
Others tricks for your device with Google's operating system you can meet them at this section Android Help. We hope you find more than one that helps you.
If your tablet or mobile phone is old (for example, with Android 4.4.2), these errors may appear more frequently due to outdated versions Google services. In that case, follow the steps above carefully: reactivate the download manager, clear cache and data, reset preferences, clear data from Google Play Services, and restore the Play Store. If all else fails, re-evaluate recently installed apps and avoid reinstalling those that trigger the alert. With these actions, in most cases the message stops appearing and the system regains stability.
