How do you install APK files from other places outside of the Google Play app to your Android device? We’ve got the steps for you.
Option 1 – From the Device
- Enable installation of APK files by enabling “Unknown sources”. Use one of these steps to enable the option depending on your device:
- “Settings” > “Applications” > “Unknown sources“.
- “Settings” > “Security” > “Unknown sources“.
- Download the APK file to the device, or copy it via a USB connection to your PC.
- Do one of the following:
- Swipe down the notification bar using two fingers, then tap the file that you downloaded.
- Open a file manager interface. You can usually go into “Settings” > “Storage” > “Explore“, Some devices may offer an app called “File Manager“, “Files“, or “My Files“.
- Navigate to the file and open it. You will be prompted to proceed with the installation
Option 2 – From ADB Command Line
Use one of these commands as desired.
- “adb install appname.apk” = Standard install
- “adb install -r appname.apk” = Reinstall
- “adb install -s appname.apk” = Install to SD Card
- “adb uninstall appname.apk” = Uninstall
Stevie Ray says
There’s no need to use USB to transfer apk files from PC to your phone because now we already have third-party websites that provide free and original apk files like apktovi or apktoide.
James says
Tks for your instruction. I think the fastest and safest way is using well known 3rd party sites like apkpure, apknite
olusegun says
Google play service not working
Joe Smo says
Thanks for apk install instruction (via adb)