How to Install XAPK / APK File on Android

Learn how to install XAPK/APK files on Android. Follow our step-by-step guide to get your favorite apps up and running in no time.

How to install APK, APKs, APKm, XAPK?

1. Download and install APKdone Installer app.
2. Open APKVital Installer app and grant all the Permissions it requires.
3. Tap on Install APKs Option.
4. Choose the files you want to install from the Phone Storage: .apk, .obb, .zip, .xapk, .apkm, .apks.
5. Grant Permission to install App from Unknown Sources.
6. Follow the steps on screen.
7. Let the Installation complete.

FAQ:

What is APK File?

APK (Android Package) is a package file used to distribute and install apps on Google’s Android operating system . It contains all of the files necessary for an Android app to be installed and run on an Android device

What is a XAPK file?

XAPK file is a file type used for distributing Android apps. The compressed file contains the app’s core APK file and an OBB file with media and graphics. The XAPK format lets developers distribute large apps efficiently and install them on Android devices via third-party app stores or manually.

Simply speaking, there are two types of XAPK files:

XAPK = Android App Bundle (base APK file + Split APKs files)

XAPK = APK file + OBB file

What is the Advantages of XAPK Files?

XAPK files provide efficient distribution of large applications, saving internet data, and the ability to deploy apps to multiple devices. Additionally, they can be installed using third-party app stores or manually.

What is Android App Bundle and How does it Work?

Android App Bundle (AAB) is a publishing format for Android apps that allows developers to upload code and resources, and Google Play Store generates optimized APKs on-the-fly based on specific device configurations. This helps reduce the download size and improve the installation time, while also delivering specific features to specific devices.

Allowing app installs from Unknown Sources?

1. Navigate to Setting > Security.
2. Check the option “Unknown sources“.
3. Tap OK on the prompt message.
4. Select “Trust“.