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How to install an .apk file to windows 7

Anonymous
2013-01-13T12:43:36+00:00

I use a laptop with windows 7 & explorer 9, I am trying to install a programme to windows 7.  I know I have installed correctly yet when I try to run it, I get nothing. It is an .apk file.

Upon reading further this programme only runs with windows vista, xp etc not 7. I have done the compatibility check but nothing, just say's 'this programme is incompatible'. How can I run this programme on 7? Don't get techincal, I am an average user.

This programme can also be used on Android mobiles, but I get the same....Nothing.

Can someone help please?? Please only those with REAL WORKING answers.

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  1. Anonymous
    2013-06-09T19:10:29+00:00

    Apk files are intented for installing in android mobile phones..You must have a android device to run it..Or else use emulators like blustacks in windows to run it..

    Hope it helps...

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  1. Anonymous
    2013-01-14T08:36:54+00:00

    Hi TaniaRhodes,

    Thank you for choosing Microsoft Community!

    From your issue description I understand that, you want to install .apk file. 

    Who is the manufacturer of the application?

    On windows operating system, we can install the applications with .exe extension.

    Get a .exe file and try to install it.

    Also refer this link:

    http://developer.android.com/sdk/index.html

    Hope this will be helpful. If you still have further queries, please reply us and we will be happy to help you.

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