How to Install APK, APKs, XAPK ?

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When you download games and applications from APK-MOD.IO, you’ll need to install them on your device to use them. Need a hand with installation? Let’s dive into how to do it together.

 

About APK, APKs, XAPK Formats

What’s APK?

APK is the basic format for Android apps. It’s the simplest and can be installed directly on an Android phone or on a PC using an emulator.

 

What’s APKs?

APKs are essentially a ZIP archive of multiple Android App Bundles component APK files. They’re usually smaller than APKs because they contain only the most essential components. You can’t install APKs directly; you’ll need another tool called XAPKS Installer.

 

What’s XAPK?

XAPK has the same structure as APKs but includes OBB, the large-size binary data part of an Android application.

 

How to Install

Before starting, ensure Google Play’s Play Protect is turned off to avoid any blockages when installing apps from sources other than Google Play.

 

Install APK

How to install APK from APK-MOD

  • Download the .apk file from APK-MOD.
  • Open the downloaded .apk file on your device.
  • In the dialog box that appears, select Install.

 

Install APKs / XAPK

How to install APKs / XAPK from APK-MOD

To start, you’ll need to install the XAPKS Installer app. You can download the APK here or get it from Google Play.

  • Open XAPKS Installer -> select Install.
  • Locate the downloaded APKs / XAPK file -> Select file -> tap on Select.
  • The installation dialog will appear; select Install.

 

Common Problems When Installing APKs, APKs, XAPK

Though installation is relatively straightforward, you might encounter a few issues. If you’re unsure how to fix them, check out the article “Common errors when installing applications and how to fix them.”

 

Conclusion

That’s our guide. If you have questions or suggestions, drop a comment to let us know. Thank you for reading.