Testing APK Installation with ADB - Notes By ShariqSP

Testing APK Installation with ADB

Android Debug Bridge (ADB) is a command-line tool that allows developers to communicate with an Android device or emulator. It is widely used for debugging, managing applications, and testing APK installations.

Example: Installing Candy Crush APK

In this tutorial, we will demonstrate how to use the ADB command to install and test the Candy Crush APK on an Android device or emulator.

Download Candy Crush APK

You can download the latest version of Candy Crush APK directly from APKPure, a trusted source for Android applications.

Download from APKPure

Steps to Install and Test

  1. Ensure ADB is Installed: Verify that ADB is installed and set up correctly on your system. You can check this by running: 
    adb version
  2. Connect the Device: Connect your Android device via USB and enable USB debugging. To list connected devices, use: 
    adb devices
    This will display the list of connected devices or emulators.
  3. Download the APK: Download the Candy Crush APK from the provided link and save it to a known location on your system.
  4. Install the APK: Use the following ADB command to install the APK: 
    adb install /path/to/candycrush.apk
    Replace /path/to/candycrush.apk with the actual file path where the APK is saved.
  5. Verify Installation: Once the installation is complete, check if the application is available on the device.
  6. Launch the App: Use ADB to launch the app by specifying the package name (e.g., com.king.candycrushsaga): 
    adb shell monkey -p com.king.candycrushsaga -c android.intent.category.LAUNCHER 1

Testing Tips

  • Ensure that the device has sufficient storage for the APK installation.
  • Use adb logcat to monitor logs and debug any issues during installation or app launch.
  • If the installation fails, ensure the APK file is not corrupted by verifying its integrity.
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