How do I restore missing Google Play Store?

TMPruitt
Newbie

On my Samsung Galaxy S III, I noticed several weeks ago that I couldn't find the Google Play (suitcase icon) app but I've now investigated it thoroughly with no clue how to resolve.  When I go to Settings -> Application Manager and look at All apps, it isn't listed, even at the bottom of the list like some posts said it might be if it was disabled.  I don't understand how it can be removed when it is a system app and I didn't remove it so don't know what happened but now I can't search for/install any new apps.  And, I do not want to have to go to a Verizon store or have my phone reset to factory.  Any help is much appreciated.

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VioletGeek
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It is now called simply "Play Store" and the icon is a white shopping bag with a multicolored play symbol (right pointing arrow/triangle). You should be able to find it when you click on the Apps icon (looks like s 4x4 grid of small white squares) on your home screen. It's not listed on the Application Manager.

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Siamon
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I'm having the same issue.  Still scouring to find out how to get it back on my Samsung S4

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