How to Install APK Files on Android

Installing Unknown Source Apps from APKs on Android

1. Open the Settings app on your Android device.
2. In the Settings menu, tap Apps
3. Tap Special app access (or Advanced > Special app access).
4. Tap Install unknown apps
5. Select an app to use to install an APK file—your browser and file management apps are the best option here.
6. Tap the Allow from this source slider to allow APK files to be installed via that app.

To install an APK file on Android, follow these steps.

1. Open your Android device’s file explorer app. If you can’t find it, download and install the Files by Google app first.
2. Locate your APK file in your file explorer app and select it.
3. The APK installer menu will appear—tap Install. On Samsung devices, this may appear as a pop-up.
4. Allow time for the app to install.
5. Tap Done or Open once the installation is complete.

You may also see additional steps, depending on your device and the permissions the app requires. Follow any additional on-screen instructions, as required.

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