How to install APK, XAPK files on BlueStacks

In the article below, let's learn how to install APK, XAPK files on BlueStacks very simply.

First you need to download and install BlueStacks at here.

1. Install APK, XAPK files on Sidebar

Step 1 : You click on the Open Sidebar icon to display the utility tools in BlueStacks. If your Sidebar is already displayed, skip this step.

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Step 2 : You find and click on the Install apk icon or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Shift + B .

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Step 3: You click on apk file (1) => Open (2) .

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After the installation is complete, the application will display on the main screen.

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2. Install APK, XAPK files on BlueStacks by drag & drop

Step 1 : Open BlueStacks and the folder containing the apk file to install. Next, you drag that APK file and drop it into the BlueStacks software .

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After "dropping" the file into BlueStacks, you will see a square-shaped cursor as shown below.

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Step 2 : The installation will take place, you can see the Installing status on the application.

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After the installation is complete, you can open the application in BlueStacks and experience.

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3. Install APK, XAPK files in the folder containing the file

Step 1 : You right-click on the apk file, xapk, you need to install (1) => Open with BlueStacks APK Installer (2) .

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Then the installation status will appear.

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Step 2 : After the installation is complete, you can open the application and use it.

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With simple ways to install APK, XAPK files on BlueStacks, you can experience interesting mod games that are not available on the Play Store. Good luck!

Micah Soto

Update 13 August 2021