APKS File Extension

APKS file extension is created by Google, also known as APK Set Archive. APKS has been classified as Developer Files. This File type categories under Zip, Text, Binary and XML, however, the format of this file format has not been determined yet. You can open APKS files in Google bundletool program.

APK Set Archive File Type

APK Set Archive File Type

Extension	.apks
Developer	Google
Popularity	Very Common Common Average Uncommon Rare 5.0 (132 Votes) Thank you for voting!Already voted, thanks!
Mime Type	application/vnd.android.package-archive
Default Program	Google bundletool
Category	Developer Files
Format	Binary
Updated	12/1/2024

What is a APKS File Type?

Android developers use APKS files to test packages before downloading them to Google Play. After generating an APKS file from d' an AAB file, a developer can create device-specific APKs-and examine them or install them on test devices. bundletool provides many command options-to generate APKs and includes the option to sign them with a code.

To generate an APKS file from AAB files, use the following command.

Bundletool build-apks --bundle = / path / app.aab --output = / path / app.apks.

If you are a developer and have a connected device, you can install your application from the APKS file using the following command.

Install-apks --apks = app.apks.

Bundletool is the official tool used by Gradle, Android Studio and Google Play to create and convert d'packages; Android applications (AAB files) and to deploy APKs on user devices.

Free online APKS Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .APKS (APK Set Archive) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to APKS, merge, split and compare the APKS files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.

APKS Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the APK Set Archive .APKS File Extensions while opening the .APKS files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open APKS Files?

1. You must have supported software programs installed for APK Set Archive on your system such as Google bundletool.
2. Associate default Google Bundletool Google bundletool program for *.apks (APK Set Archive) files.
   
   

   Associate APKS Default Program on Windows

   1. Right-click a *.APKS (e.g example.apks) file and click Open With.
   2. In the Open with dialog box, click Google Bundletool Google bundletool program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
   3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .apks files.
   
   

   Associate APKS Default Program on MacOs

   1. Click *.APKS (e.g example.apks) file and click information -> Open With.
   2. In the programs list, click Google Bundletool Google bundletool program Or other appropriate program that you want.
   3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
   4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Google bundletool extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related APKS File Extensions

APKS default file extension is .APKS and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for APKS File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the APKS files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Open APKS File on Windows

	Software	License	Developer
	Google bundletool 000 for Windows	Free	Google bundletool
	Monkey's Audio 000 for Windows	Free	Monkey's Audio

Open APKS File on Mac OS

	Software	License	Developer
	Google bundletool 000 for MacOs	Free	Google bundletool

Open APKS file on Linux

	Software	License	Developer
	Google bundletool 000 for Linux	Free	Google bundletool

Open APKS file on Web

	Software	License	Developer

Open APKS file on iOS

	Software	License	Developer

Open APKS file on Android

	Software	License	Developer

About Licensing

1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
3. Free⁺ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

About APKS - APK Set Archive

Updated 12/1/2024

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