How to install APK and XAPK

Installing APK files:

APK (Android Package Kit) is a file format for Android application installers. Here's how to install APK files:

  1. Allow Installation from Unknown Sources:

    • Go to the settings of your phone.
    • Select "Security".
    • Find and enable the option "Unknown sources" or "Installation from unknown sources".
  2. Download the APK file:

    • Download the necessary APK file to your device.
  3. Open the File:

    • Open the downloaded file by clicking on the download notification or through the file manager.
    • Click "Install" and follow the on-screen instructions.
  4. Launch the Application:

    • After the installation is complete, you can open the application directly or through a shortcut on the main screen.

Installing XAPK files:

XAPK is an unofficial package installer format for Android, which may include additional OBB data files. Installing XAPK is slightly different:

  1. Use a File Manager:

    • Download a file manager that supports XAPK, for example, File Manager by Xiaomi or APKPure.
  2. Download the XAPK file:

    • Download the necessary XAPK file to your device.
  3. Rename the File Extension:

    • Using the file manager, rename the file extension from ".xapk" to ".zip".
  4. Unzip the File:

    • Unzip the ZIP archive into a folder.
  5. Install the APK and Move the OBB:

    • Inside the unzipped folder, find and install the APK file.
    • Move the OBB data folder (usually named "com.name.of.app") to the /Android/obb/ directory on your device.
  6. Verify the Installation:

    • After these steps, the application should be installed and ready to use.