Android apps have a size limit for the main APK file. To accommodate larger apps, especially games, developers use OBB files to store additional data, allowing the APK to stay under the size limit.
Installing an APK with an OBB file on an Android device involves a few key steps, primarily centered around ensuring the OBB data is placed in the correct directory for the app to access it. An APK (Android Application Package) is the file format used by Android to distribute and install applications.
An OBB (Opaque Binary Blob) file is an expansion file that contains additional data for the app, such as high-fidelity graphics, media files, or other large assets, which are too big to be included in the main APK file.
Here's a quick guide on how to install an APK with an OBB file:
Download the Files
First, download both the APK and the OBB file for the app you want to install. It's crucial to download these from a trusted source to avoid malware. The OBB file is usually a compressed file (like a .zip or .rar) that contains a folder.
Install the APK
Before you can install the APK, you need to enable installations from unknown sources in your device's settings. The exact location of this setting may vary by Android version and manufacturer, but you can typically find it under Settings > Apps & notifications > Special app access > Install unknown apps.
Once enabled, locate the downloaded APK file using a file manager on your phone and tap on it to begin the installation. After the installation is complete, do not open the app yet.
Move the OBB Folder
This is the most critical step. The OBB folder must be placed in a specific location on your device's internal storage for the app to recognize it.
1. Open your file manager app.
2. Navigate to the folder where you downloaded the OBB file. If it's a compressed file, you will need to extract it first. The extracted file should be a folder. 3. Cut or move this folder.
4. Navigate to your internal storage, then to the Android folder, and then to the obb folder. The correct path should look something like Internal Storage/Android/obb/.
5. Paste the OBB folder into this directory. The folder name typically follows a format like com.developername.appname.
Once the OBB folder is in the correct location, you can now open the app you installed. It should recognize the OBB data and run without any issues.
