How to Create an APK in Android: Essential Commands Explained
Learn the key commands to create APKs in Android Studio and via command line with our detailed guide.
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To create an APK in Android, follow these commands: In Android Studio, go to ‘Build’ > ‘Build Bundle(s) / APK(s)’ > ‘Build APK(s)’. For the command line, navigate to your project directory and run `./gradlew assembleDebug` for a debug APK or `./gradlew assembleRelease` for a release APK. Ensure your Gradle build script is correctly configured for signing and versioning.
FAQs & Answers
- What is an APK? An APK (Android Package Kit) is the file format used to distribute and install applications on Android devices.
- How do I sign an APK for release? To sign an APK, you need to configure your Gradle build script and provide a keystore file with your signing credentials.
- Can I build APKs using the command line? Yes, you can build APKs using Gradle commands in the command line, such as './gradlew assembleDebug' for a debug version.
- What is the difference between a debug and release APK? A debug APK is meant for testing with debugging information included, while a release APK is optimized for end users and signed with a certificate.