What can this app do?#
It extracts the apps installed on your phone into APK, XAPK or APKS files so you can back them up, share them or install them again later. It also manages the installation packages already stored on your device.
Apk Extractor · FAQ · 01 / 07
Basics & extracting
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Where are extracted files saved, and can I change it?#
Files go to the export folder shown in Settings. Open Settings → Exporting path to pick any folder you like, including one on an SD card.
What is the difference between APK, XAPK and APKS?#
An APK is a single installation file. XAPK and APKS are archives that also contain an app's split packages (language, screen density, CPU architecture) and its OBB data. Use APK for ordinary apps and XAPK/APKS for apps published as an App Bundle.
Why is an app exported as XAPK instead of APK?#
That app was published as an App Bundle, so the system installed it as several split packages. A single APK would be incomplete, so every split is packed into one XAPK file instead.
Can I customise the exported file name?#
Yes. Settings → Exporting rules lets you combine app name, package name, version name and version code. Settings → Compressed ExtName and Pkg Name Separator control the rest of the name.
Why are some apps missing from the list?#
System apps are hidden by default. Open Settings → Package scope and turn on system apps to show them.
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