Installing APK files

pistone

having originally installed Threema from threema shop, paid and got a licence, i have downloaded the latest apk after a recent update but I am not able to update the current version nor can I clean install the new apk, after uninstalling the previous version, I get the message "App not installed as package appears to be invalid" what did I do wrong.... thanks

lberrymage

pistone It sounds like you have either another variant or a newer version of Threema installed (in any profile). Check all your profiles and make sure that's not the case, then try again.

pistone

thanks, i´ll check that...

Xampa

Note: As of now there is a small issue with the default file browser and installing .apk:
In order to install an app from a .apk within the file manager you first need to navigate to your device directory on the top left menu (last option at the bottom). From there go to wherever your .apk is and now it will ask to install it when you tap the file.

wojon

Xampa Could somebody explain the difference it makes if I install the apk via Files or via Firefox? Is there a difference security-wise?

Cancunia

Xampa

In order to install an app from a .apk within the file manager you first need to navigate to your device directory on the top left menu (last option at the bottom). From there go to wherever your .apk is and now it will ask to install it when you tap the file.

Thanks for posting this workaround, as of May 2024 this is still needed so I'm wondering if it is now considered a 'feature' or if there is a fix in the pipeline.

unwat

wojon

For a file you just downloaded from Firefox? Then it shouldn't matter. Just make sure it's a trustworthy app from a trustworthy source and be careful about the permissions you grant to the app.

thrik

Just chiming in to say this is still an issue, I cannot simply click on an APK in the downloads folder.

other8026

thrik what happens if you try? It works for me, so maybe knowing what actually happens can help us help you figure out a fix.

doublefree

Clicking on an APK in the download folder works for me.

thrik

other8026

Sorry for the delay. It usually pops up with the "Open with" and shows a few random apps to try to open the apk file with. Sorry that I did not grab a screenshot. However, what Xampa said above worked as a workaround.

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