There are various instances where we browse for an app and it is either paid or not available in our location. Third-party sources are the saviours of nerds like us in such instances. The Google Play Store is not the only location to find apps for your Android smartphone. Other app marketplaces, such as the Amazon app store, exist. If you don’t want to utilise an app store, you may just search the web for any programme and download the APK file to install it on your Android smartphone. Although it is a pretty easy procedure, there may be some difficulties. In this post, let’s take a look at how you can fix common problems that arise while installing an APK file on Android.
What is an APK?
Have you ever wondered what an APK is? APK stands for “Android application package,” and it refers to an application installer for the Android operating system. APK is a ZIP-based archive with the .apk extension that is based on the JAR format. It is comparable to the.exe extension of every Windows installation executable file. XAPK is a container format for both APK and OBB data. Similarly, APKs is a bundle that contains numerous APKs.
Common Problems While Installing an APK File on Android
There might be several reasons why you are unable to install an app. Here is a list of all the potential problems and how to fix them.
1] Error “Blocked by Play Protect”
The Google Play Protect assists in protecting your Android smart device from harmful applications. Although it protects your phone from harmful apps, it also helps Google urge consumers to avoid installing APKs from third-party sources. The Play Protect warning may trigger alarm bells, but don’t worry, there’s nothing to worry about. MOD APK files include modified versions of various programmes. As a result, these apps will not match the version number published on the Google Play Store. This is the cause for the immediate Play Protect warning when attempting to install any Modded APK file of an app from a third-party source. So, the easiest method to handle this scenario is to either entirely ignore it or turn off Play Protect and forget about it.
- Begin with launching the Google Play application.
- Now, tap on the profile icon present in the top right corner.
- Next, select Play Protect -> Settings.
- Finally, turn off both “Scan apps with Play Protect” and “Improve harmful app detection” options.
2] Error “App Is Not Installed. The Package Conflicts With the Existing Package by the Same Name”
When you try to install or side-load an APK file on your Android smartphone, this error occurs. Most of the time, this is because your phone already has the same programme loaded when you try to install the latest APK for the same application. As a result, the most obvious solution is to remove the programme and then try to install the fresh APK. This patch is effective for the vast majority of users.
3] Error “App is not Installed”
If you’ve previously addressed both of the concerns described above, the only reason this error is occurring may be because the programme is incompatible with your Android device. Because each programme is tailored to the device, seeing this error indicates that the app version you are attempting to install is incompatible with the particular Android device. Try installing a different version of the app or using a different device. This error can also be caused by the inaccessibility of an application non a certain location.
4] Error “Download Failed Because You May Not Have Purchased This App”
This problem typically happens in apps that rely on OBB data to function. All you have to do is download and install the OBB data for the programme you just downloaded. Obb is a data file that is necessary for some apps to function. Some people require them to work, while others do not. If you notice an Obb download link from the source you’ve downloaded the APK from, you must download it in order to launch the programme.
5] Error “Black Screen”, “Loading Screen Stuck”, “Loading 0%”
This can also occur owing to a lack of OBB data. Follow the steps outlined in (point 4) above to correctly install the OBB data.
6] Error “Can’t Log in With Facebook/Google”
This problem affects all modded applications. If your smartphone is not rooted, you must first deactivate the Facebook app and then log in via the browser. If your smartphone has been rooted, you can quickly sign in with Google or Facebook using their installed application clients.
