Application: APKLoader
Author: Cale McCammon
APKLoader is a Swing GUI for common ADB commands to install APKs to Android phones. Commands include: install, upgrade (install -r), and test (install -t). The GUI allows the user to select the path to their ADB and APK file and and to connect to a device. The paths will be remembered the next time the user launches the application.
Using APKLoader:
- Select the Browse button by the ADB Path text field. Select your adb.exe file.
- Select the Browse button by the APK File text field. Select the APK file you want to install.
- Connect your device by pressing the Connect Device button. You will need to enable developer options on the phone and trust your computer. Instructions can be found here: https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/how-to-get-developer-options-on-android/
- Select your install type. There are three types: -Install New: Performs a new installation. -Upgrade/Replace: Upgrades or replaces an existing version of the application with the selected one. -Install Test Build: Installs unsigned builds.
- Select Load APK. Installation time will vary depending on the Android OS version and the size of the APK.
Tools used:
- Java
- Swing