APK Installer for Android — Install APK, APKS, APKM, XAPK

AnExplorer has a built-in APK installer that supports every modern Android installer format. Tap any installer file in the file browser — AnExplorer detects the format and handles the installation in one step.

Every Installer Format Supported

XAPK installation: AnExplorer automatically extracts OBB data to /Android/obb/[package]/ so games and large apps work immediately — no manual folder copying needed.

APKM / APKS bundles: AnExplorer handles split-APK installation using Android's package session installer API. The correct density, language, and ABI splits are automatically selected, just as Google Play does.

How to Install

1. Navigate to the installer file in AnExplorer — internal storage, SD card, USB OTG drive, cloud download, or network share all work.
2. Tap the file. Its format (APK/APKS/APKM/XAPK) is detected automatically.
3. AnExplorer unpacks and stages the package.
4. Android's standard install confirmation appears — tap Install.
5. The app appears in your launcher.

Batch Uninstall Multiple Apps

Open Apps in the sidebar → long-press to enter multi-select → choose apps → tap Uninstall. Remove bloatware, clean up trial apps, or wipe a device before passing it on — all in a single step, not one-by-one.

APK Backup

Tap any installed app in the App Manager → Backup APK → choose a destination. The saved .apk can be:

• Reinstalled later without internet access
• Transferred to another Android via WiFi Share
• Archived to Cloud Storage or USB OTG
• Used to downgrade to an older version

Batch backup: Select multiple apps → Backup All → all APKs are saved to the same folder in one shot.

Remote APK Installation from PC

Enable Device Connect to start AnExplorer's HTTP server. Open the IP address in your PC browser, upload an APK from your desktop, and trigger installation remotely — without physically handling the phone. Perfect for:

• Sideloading developer builds during testing
• Installing apps on a phone placed elsewhere in the room
• Bulk setup of multiple devices

App Info & Permissions

Tap any app to see: package name, version code, install date, last updated, storage consumed, declared permissions, and whether it's a split APK bundle. Useful for security auditing before trusting a sideloaded app.

ADB Installation (WiFi & USB)

AnExplorer supports APK installation via Android Debug Bridge (ADB) — no physical root or Magisk required. Select any APK in AnExplorer and tap Remote Install to push it silently to any ADB-enabled device on the same network or connected via USB.

WiFi ADB (Wireless — Android 11+)

On the target device (TV, car, watch, headset, etc.):

1. Settings → Developer Options → Wireless Debugging → ON
2. Tap Pair device with pairing code — note the IP address, port, and 6-digit code displayed

On your phone in AnExplorer:

3. Navigate to the APK file → tap Remote Install
4. Enter the IP address and pairing code shown on the target device
5. Tap Pair, then Install
6. The app installs silently on the target device — no confirmation prompt needed there

WiFi ADB is ideal for installing apps on Android Automotive cars, Android TV boxes, VR headsets, and Wear OS watches without touching or unplugging anything.

USB ADB (Cable — Any Android Version)

On the target device:

1. Settings → Developer Options → USB Debugging → ON
2. Connect the target device to your phone via USB

On your phone in AnExplorer:

3. Navigate to the APK file → tap Remote Install
4. Accept the "Allow USB Debugging" prompt on the target device
5. Trust the computer when prompted
6. Tap Install — the app installs on the target device

USB ADB is faster and more reliable than WiFi ADB for large APKs (>100 MB) and works on all Android versions with USB debugging enabled.

Supported Target Devices

Device-specific guides: APK Install Guides

Root-Enabled Features

With root access:

• Silent install without Android confirmation
• Install to external storage (SD card)
• Uninstall system apps and bloatware
• Freeze/disable apps without uninstalling