[Youtube Shorts] Configurable Options for Tizen TV Apps

Building a Tizen TV app involves more than just writing code — you need to configure it correctly before it can run on Samsung Smart TVs. Here is a quick rundown of the key configuration steps every developer needs to know.

Define App Identity

Start by setting your app’s name, version number, and the main screen it should launch. These basics are defined in your config.xml file and are required for Tizen to recognize and start your application properly.

Set the Correct Platform Profile

Make sure your app targets the TV platform by configuring the right profile. Tizen supports multiple device profiles (TV, wearable, mobile, IoT), and setting the correct one ensures your app behaves as expected on Samsung Smart TVs during both development and submission.

Enable Required Permissions

TV apps often need system-level access that must be explicitly declared. Common permissions include:

• Internet access — for streaming or fetching remote data
• Remote control support — for handling TV remote input events

These are declared as Tizen privilege entries in your config.xml.

Advanced Settings and Deployment

For apps that need full-screen mode or custom button behavior, Tizen’s advanced configuration options give you that control. Once everything is configured, build your project, package it into a .wgt file, and you are ready to deploy and test on your Samsung Smart TV.

Watch the short video for a fast visual walkthrough of every configuration step — perfect whether you are just getting started or looking for a quick refresher.