How to Generate An AAB File in Android Studio: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to efficiently generate an AAB file in Android Studio for your app distribution on Google Play.

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To generate an AAB file in Android Studio: Go to Build > Build Bundle(s) > Build Bundle(s)/APK(s) > Build Bundle(s). This will generate the Android App Bundle (.aab) which you can then find in the 'build' directory of your project. AAB files are essential for distributing apps on Google Play as they optimize the app for different devices.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is an AAB file? An AAB file, or Android App Bundle, is the format used for distributing Android apps on Google Play, optimizing them for different device configurations.
  2. Why should I use AAB instead of APK? AAB files allow Google Play to optimize your app for different devices, reducing the app size and improving installation efficiency.
  3. How do I test AAB files before publishing? You can use the Android Emulator or physical devices to test AAB files generated by Android Studio before publishing them on Google Play.

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