File Extension APK

Author:   |   Revised: November 26, 2018

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APK File Summary

Our most recent information indicates that APK files are associated with only a single known file type, the Android Package File format, and can be viewed primarily with Google Android SDK, including ten other known software applications (listed below). The APK File Extension are listed predominantly as Compressed Files.

File Extension APK is supported by Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. These types of files can be found on both desktop and mobile devices. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

Please see the detailed information below to learn more about APK files and the programs that can open them. In addition, we provide simple troubleshooting information to help you open your APK file.

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Types of APK Files


Chief APK Description

.APK
File Ext:.apk
Classification:Android Package File

APK (Android Package Kit) is the foremost package file format used by the Android OS for disseminating and installing apps and middleware for mobile devices. It is comparable in certain respects to Windows' APPX and Ubuntu's Deb packages. Some Android apps are pre-installed in the device while some can be downloaded on Google Play or other platforms. However, users sometimes want to install the app manually from other sources and for that, they need to download an APK file to do so. You can use a simple archiver tool to view the contents of a APK file extension but it can only be installed in an Android platform.

Developer: Google
Division:Compressed Files
Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.apk

Software Programs That Open The Android Package File:


Google Android SDK by Google

Windows
Mac
Linux

BlueStacks by BlueStacks Corporation

Windows
Mac
Linux

WinZip by Corel

Windows
Mac
Android

7-Zip by Igor Pavlov

Windows
Android
Linux

WinRAR by Eugene Roshal

Windows
Mac
Android
Linux

Genymotion by Genymobile SAS

Windows
Mac
Linux
Web

Apple Archive Utility by Apple

Mac

Smith Micro StuffIt Deluxe by Smith Micro Software

Windows
Mac
iOS
Android

YouWave by YouWave Inc.

Windows

APK File Manager by LJ Mobile

Windows
Android

Droid Explorer by Ryan Conrad

Windows

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APK Usage


Leading Mobiles

Samsung (28.86%)
Apple (21.83%)
Huawei (9.25%)
Xiaomi (6.74%)
LG (3.11%)

Operating System Rank

7 (45.73%)
10 (44.56%)
8.1 (5.41%)
XP (2.79%)
8 (0.97%)


APK Troubleshooting


Frequent APK Opening Issues

Google Android SDK Disappeared

You attempt to load your APK file and get an error such as "%%os%% Can't Open The APK File Extension". Customarily, this means that Google Android SDK is not installed on %%os%%. Because your operating system doesn't know what to do with this file, you won't be able to open it by double-clicking.


Tip: Another APK-related program can be selected to open the file by clicking "Show Apps" and finding the application.


Incorrect Google Android SDK Version

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Google Android SDK installed that's incompatible with your Android Package File type. Download the latest Google Android SDK version from the Google website to ensure you have the correct one installed. Most of the time your Android Package File file was created by a newer Google Android SDK than what you have installed.


Tip: If you right-click on your APK file, then select "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), you can obtain hints about what version you need.


Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening APK files are due to having the wrong version of Google Android SDK installed.


Associated Difficulties Loading APK Files

Even with the correct version of Google Android SDK installed, you can still experience difficulties opening APKs. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening APK files. Problems unrelated to software:

  • APK file references in the Windows Registry are broken
  • Corruption of the APK file description inside the Registry
  • Incomplete or bad installation of a software application associated with the APK format
  • Your APK file is corrupted (issues with your Android Package File file itself)
  • Malware-tainted APK file can't be opened
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your APK file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Android Package File file successfully

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