Convert APK to XAPK

APK (Android Package Kit) and XAPK files are used to distribute Android applications but differ in structure and purpose. An APK file is a standard format containing all an app's components. In contrast, an XAPK file is essentially a compressed package that combines the APK file along with additional data, such as OBB files (large media or graphic files) or other resources required by the app. XAPK is often used for large games or apps that require extra assets, making it more efficient for installation. The main advantage of the XAPK format is the convenience of having the application data packed together, reducing the chances of missing files or installation errors.

Unfortunately, there is no straightforward or widely-used tool to convert APK to XAPK directly because the two formats serve different purposes. An XAPK file typically requires additional resources, such as OBB data, that cannot be generated from an APK alone. Converting an APK to an XAPK essentially means bundling the main APK file with any OBB (expansion) files into a single archive and renaming that archive with an XAPK extension.

To create an XAPK file, you must manually combine the APK file with the necessary OBB files. Software like RAR or 7-Zip can help you create a compressed XAPK file. To do so, place the APK file and associated OBB data in a folder structure (usually "Android/obb/[package-name]") and compress them into a .zip file, then rename it with the .xapk extension. However, without the OBB data, this conversion is incomplete.

This conversion is not typically feasible because of the nature of the formats. APKs are standalone packages containing the app's code, assets, and manifest, while XAPKs rely on external files (OBB) that are not automatically generated or included with most APK files. If you lack access to the OBB files, the XAPK format loses its core functionality. Instead of attempting a conversion, consider downloading XAPK files directly from trusted sources like the Google Play Store or verified platforms, which bundle all required resources seamlessly.

Create XAPK file using XAPK Creation Tool

XAPK Creation Tool V2 is designed to generate XAPK files from a directory containing an APK file and OBB files. It also generates the icon.png and manifest.json files from the APK file.

To use the tool, follow these steps:

1. Clone or download this repository from Github.
2. Open a terminal in the repository directory.
3. Run the following command:

python3 xapktool.py <apk_obb_directory>

Replace  with the path to the directory containing the APK and OBB files.

Example: python3 xapktool.py D:\Programs\xapktool\xapk

• Generates XAPK file from APK and OBB files.
• Automatically creates icon.png and manifest.json files from the APK.
• Supports multiple OBB files.