How to Install XAPK Files on Google Android Emulator

Overview

This guide explains how to install Android apps or games in XAPK format on Google's Android emulator.

Steps

1. Download the XAPK File

   • Example: Download the Subway Surfer XAPK from apkpure.com.

2. Extract the XAPK File

   • Use a file archiver like 7zip or WinRAR to extract the XAPK, which is essentially a ZIP file with APKs inside.

3. Prepare APK Files for Installation

   • Extracted folder may contain multiple APK files.
   • Rename the folder containing the APK files for easy access.
   • Move the folder to the root of your drive (e.g., C or D drive).

4. Setup the Environment

   • Ensure Google's Android emulator is running.
   • Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
   • Change directory to ADB tools:
     • Use File Explorer to navigate to C:\Program Files\Google\Play Games\Developer\Emulator\current\Emulator.
     • Copy the path and change the directory in Command Prompt using cd <paste_path>.

5. Add ADB Tools to System Path (Optional)

   • Go to Advanced System Settings via Windows start menu.
   • In System Properties, open Environment Variables.
   • Edit the "Path" under system variables, add the ADB tools path.

6. Install APK Files Using ADB

   • Use the command: adb install-multiple <APKs_with_full_paths>
     • Copy each APK file path from File Explorer and paste into Command Prompt.
     • Enclose each path in double quotes and separate by white space.

7. Verify Installation

   • Ensure you receive a success message in Command Prompt after installation.
   • Your app should be visible in the emulator's app list.

Tips

• Ensure all APK files from the extracted XAPK are included in the install command.
• Avoid typing errors by copying and pasting file names and paths.

This tutorial should help you easily install XAPK files on the Google Android emulator for PC. Thank you for following along!