I can install apps from Google Play Store, just not from APK files. Every time I press Install, it keeps saying "app not installed".
I tried rebooting, restarting, but still can't install.
How to fix this?
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1please mention about device name, android version, apk details and from where.– Rahul GopiNov 9, 2018 at 15:25
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1Have you allowed the installation of apps from unknown sources in the security settings?– Reddy LutonadioNov 9, 2018 at 19:54
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Use logcat to troubleshoot.– Firelord ♦Nov 12, 2018 at 8:15
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Navigate to "System & Device" -> "Additional Settings" -> "Privacy" -> "Unknown Sources" (Enable this "Unknown Sources" option to allow installation of apps from unknown sources)
Adding more information as on date 11/14/2018 based on the comments: Apk related issue can occur due to the following. Please give it a try and let me know your observations.
Hoping that the APk file is not corrupted/infected and you are facing this issue with every APK file
1) Storage Location - Try checking if the apk is trying to install on Android device’s internal memory/storage or else where. By this we can ensure apk is getting installed in the correct path where you have access.
2) Check if SD Card is mounted or not in the Device Try by going to Settings -> Storage -> Mount SD Card -> Restart device and try installing
3) Application Permissions - Software operations running in the background are set not to allow the installation of third-party software, it is also one reason why app not installed error on Android happens.
Go to Settings > Apps > Reset App Preferences/ Reset Application Permissions. After this, third-party software can be installed on your device.
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This might not be sufficient, as the
app not installedmessage might also mean that the .apk be incompatible.– GrimoireNov 11, 2018 at 22:18 -
@DeathMaskSalesman Please check the updated/edited answer. Thanks. Nov 13, 2018 at 20:07