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android Application Package

is the package file format used by the Android operating system for distribution and installation of mobile apps and middleware. The files that contain the .apk file extension store the files that are needed to run a single Android application on an Android mobile device. A way to install an application on your Android is to download an APK file first.Then open it with the file manager on your phone.Follow the instructions and you will have a new application.

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What does APK mean?

APK
APK (Android Application Package) is a file format used by the Android operating system to bundle and distribute applications. It contains all the necessary elements, such as code, resources, and assets, needed to install and run an Android application on an Android device. APK files are typically downloaded and installed directly on Android devices or distributed through various app stores.

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