Files with the.apk extension are used to install games on devices running the Android mobile operating system. The installation of such documents can be done directly from the device. To do this, you need to transfer the APK document to the device's memory and run it using the file manager or program installer.
Installing a program to work with APK
Before copying the downloaded.apk file to your device, you need to install a file manager or an automatic application installer. Go to the Play Market using the shortcut on the home screen of the device. At the top of the screen, click on the search bar and enter the query "File Manager" or APK Installer and wait for the matching results to appear.
The difference between any file manager or APK Installer is that the first program will allow you to view the file system of the device and manually select any directory to move, copy, paste or run the file. If you are going to use the utility only to install the.apk, select APK Installer. The program will automatically display a list of necessary documents on the device and install them on your Android. This utility will also be useful if you want to install several games on the device at once - it will automatically scan for the presence of files of the appropriate permission and make it possible to mark the necessary documents for installation.
After selecting the desired program, go to the application page in the Play Market and click "Install". Wait for the utility to download and install. Then connect the machine to your computer using the USB cable that came with your purchase. When choosing a connection mode, click "Removable Disk".
Game copying and installation
Copy the APK file from your computer system to a separate folder on your tablet or phone by dragging the document with the left mouse button. If you are throwing several games, it is advisable to allocate a separate folder for more comfortable work with them. After copying is finished, you can disconnect the device from the computer.
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Run the previously installed program on the device. If you have installed the file manager, manually select the folder where the application file was downloaded and click on the corresponding document with the.apk extension to display the installation menu. If you selected APK Installer, the copied APK will appear in the list of files in the program window. To install, click on the appropriate item.
To start the game, click on the shortcut created after installation.
You will be prompted for permission to access the data. Click "Allow" and wait for the game to finish installing. The.apk file has been unpacked. The launch shortcut will be added to the main menu of the device and to the main screen of the device.
