How to Use the Bundle Tool for Android App Development

Learn how to effectively use the Bundle Tool to convert Android App Bundles into APKs for your app development needs.

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To use the Bundle Tool: First, download and install the Bundle Tool from its official repository. Then, open your terminal and use the command `bundletool build-apks --bundle=<App Bundle path> --output=<APK Set output path>`. Replace `<App Bundle path>` and `<APK Set output path>` with your actual file paths. Extract APKs using `bundletool extract-apks --apks=<APK Set path> --output-dir=<Output directory>`. This tool helps in efficiently converting Android App Bundles into deployable APKs.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the Bundle Tool? The Bundle Tool is a command-line tool that helps developers convert Android App Bundles into APKs for distribution.
  2. How do I install the Bundle Tool? Download the Bundle Tool from its official repository and follow the installation instructions provided there.
  3. Can I extract APKs from App Bundles using the Bundle Tool? Yes, you can use the command `bundletool extract-apks` to extract APKs from a specified App Bundle.
  4. What are the benefits of using App Bundles? App Bundles help optimize app size and improve distribution by allowing the Play Store to deliver only the necessary resources for a device.

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