Can't install the game on phone

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#1

Hey guys. So I’m trying to export my game to test it on my phone.

I exported as .apk using the “iOS & Android (manual)”.
I copied the .apk file in my phone and I get the following error: “There is a problem parsing the package.”
(I already activated “Allow installation of apps from sources other than the Play Store.”)
I also tested it on another phone and the same error.

Next, I tried to export it directly from Gdevelop 1 click as Android App Bundle (.aab).
When trying to install, I get the following error: “Unable to find application to perform this action.”

I have no idea whatsoever where is the problem.

What do you think?

Thanks

#2

For the first try, I’m guessing you did something wrong when you used Cordova. Maybe you forgot to fill in some project properties, that’s a common mistake.

For the second try, the error message says that Android doesn’t know how to open .aab files. See this for more details: Install Android App Bundle on device - Stack Overflow

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#3

I was sure it must be something simple lol.
Indeed it was a problem in project properties, I messed up the package name.
We’ve been making games for years now with Gdevelop, I don’t know how a little error like this can still slip out on me. I guess, I’ll have to be a little more careful.

Anyway, thank you Gruk, everything’s fine now!

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