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Problem parsing package

In trying to install the YouTube apk on my android tablet. There's a pre loaded YouTube app on it but I think its causing a problem. Every time I try to install it it says ' there was a problem parsing the package'. Can someone help?
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Come on guys, this is preety general for an android problem. At least one person should have replied by now.
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Do you have the logcat of what the Package Manager said?

That error is usually caused when the download isn't complete, I.e. the file is not proper...
That said, if you were sideloading the app, and you believe that you have the complete file (.apk), then you can uninstall the original app, and place the new app in system/app, give appropriate permissions and reboot...
You need root acces for the abobe, and the method in general is referred to as the root explorer method...
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So I need to give it root access and then try to install the apk again but in the system app section? And to add there is this app on there called "video player" it basically functions like the Google YouTube app but not as good. But sometimes when I go to see the not-yet-installed YouTube apk on my SD card it has the "video player" icon. I don't have any problem with sideloading any other apk on there so could that be the problem?
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brokenAndroid93 said:
So I need to give it root access and then try to install the apk again but in the system app section? And to add there is this app on there called "video player" it basically functions like the Google YouTube app but not as good. But sometimes when I go to see the not-yet-installed YouTube apk on my SD card it has the "video player" icon. I don't have any problem with sideloading any other apk on there so could that be the problem?
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I can't understand what you're trying to say!
Refer the guide mentioned in my sig vv
And see the step: installing apks through root explorer
(The rest of the stuff isn't related to your device)
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Well I dont know how to root my particular device
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For some reason some app doesnt work for me too, so i get problem parsing package . I used to have parsing package problem with flash player on my atrix4g then after some time i installed it and it worked good im not sure if its coz they fixed anything thro updates or it just coz i made some changes into my device i still can't download google books on it but my friend who has the same device and android version can. what im trying to say is you could try older versions of the app or if you really need it you can install custom rom , btw i can't install youtube either on my atrix i still work with an old version that came with the stock .

a.cid said:
I can't understand what you're trying to say!
Refer the guide mentioned in my sig vv
And see the step: installing apks through root explorer
(The rest of the stuff isn't related to your device)
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Generic youtube app provided by manufacturer causing OFFICIAL one to never install. *simplified*

How old is the atrix? Sounds strange if you cant even install google books. Maybe that could be a problem with the phone, not just older software.

brokenAndroid93 said:
In trying to install the YouTube apk on my android tablet. There's a pre loaded YouTube app on it but I think its causing a problem. Every time I try to install it it says ' there was a problem parsing the package'. Can someone help?
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hey juz check if ur sd is protected with password or something. and its the reason y its showing... if sd is protected under developer options & phone is rooted it occurs. check that out n try and tht prob will be solved..it worked for me. check that out n reply.

im having a similar problem (maybe)
i hav a samsung star pro (g-7262)(android 4.1.2)...for eg, i shared the clock apk from an lolipop android devise...bt when i try installing it, it displays the parsing prblm...how am i supposed to do this? thnx in advance

Free up some space and try again

I am now getting this error whatever apk I try and install regardless how many apps I uninstall.
Can anyone help?
My tab has a stock rom but is rooted and is wifi only.
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Factory reset
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Surely not?!
However, If that is the only answer, an explanation would be nice as a factory reset seems a little extreme don't u think?
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You probably have to go into either;
- /system/app/; or
- /data/app/directory and delete the odex file that has the same name.
Example: If you cannot install Titanium Back Up. Navigate to /data/app/ and find titanium.odex. Remove it and now you can install titanium.
Hope it help :fingers-crossed:

Astrix Ashburn said:
You probably have to go into either;
- /system/app/; or
- /data/app/directory and delete the odex file that has the same name.
Example: If you cannot install Titanium Back Up. Navigate to /data/app/ and find titanium.odex. Remove it and now you can install titanium.
Hope it help :fingers-crossed:
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I already saw that solution elsewhere but doesn't work. I cant install any app apart from some.

This might sound stupidly simple but, are you sure you just aren't low on space from music or movies, etc...?
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Come on mate. Give me some credit.

I kinda figured it would be a given, but I thought I'd throw it out there
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Same thing happen to me before, i done factory a few times zz
On the another note, uninstall any other app under setting.
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I have uninstalled apps a plenty! Including some massive ones yet still no joy...so frustrating!

nk33 said:
I am now getting this error whatever apk I try and install regardless how many apps I uninstall.
Can anyone help?
My tab has a stock rom but is rooted and is wifi only.
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Do factory Reset and through CWM Recovery Restore your setting and Apps from NAND Backup (if only you created one).. :laugh:

ok guys - just sorted it.
i installed app2sd at some point and i think i was trying to get it to install by default to my sd card. problem is that the old tab 7.7 doesnt support installing to sd. So what was happening it was just giving me a no error message. i used Super manager 3 to default back to the device memory, rebooted and all ok now.
sorry for my stupidity. but shame on the amount of users telling me to do a factory reset - thank god i didnt listen to y'all!!

i have same issue
with this help , i resolve it
http://blog.lugru.com/2012/07/android-error-could-not-be-installed-free-up-some-space-and-try-again/

it works
kia1349 said:
i have same issue
with this help , i resolve it
http://blog.lugru.com/2012/07/android-error-could-not-be-installed-free-up-some-space-and-try-again/
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nice, it works for me
thanks

nk33 said:
ok guys - just sorted it.
i installed app2sd at some point and i think i was trying to get it to install by default to my sd card. problem is that the old tab 7.7 doesnt support installing to sd. So what was happening it was just giving me a no error message. i used Super manager 3 to default back to the device memory, rebooted and all ok now.
sorry for my stupidity. but shame on the amount of users telling me to do a factory reset - thank god i didnt listen to y'all!!
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**** happens

I faced the same problem with my Xperia ZR after playing with Link2SD.
Fixed it with starting the terminal and typing:
Code:
su
pm set-install-location 1
pm get-install-location
Resut is 1[internal], and the apps are now installing.

Astrix Ashburn ???

msnus14 said:
I faced the same problem with my Xperia ZR after playing with Link2SD.
Fixed it with starting the terminal and typing:
Code:
su
pm set-install-location 1
pm get-install-location
Resut is 1[internal], and the apps are now installing.
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This worked for samsung gt-p6800! Thanks for the post.

Why cant i install apk files on my xperia L 4.2.2 JB??? Can anyone help me???

Hi, i recently updated to 4.2.2 JB...i downloaded many apk files such as games on my phone...after 3 weeks, i cant install apk files anymore...is there any suggestion what i should do???

what is it shows

Make sure that you have ticked install from unknown sources... which is seen in >menu>settings>security>unknown sources..if this doesn't help ..please post what does your phone shows while trying to install apk...

I already ticked the unknown recources and heres the problem i cant hit the button 'install'...do you have any idea???
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Lesterleonard said:
I already ticked the unknown recources and heres the problem i cant hit the button 'install'...do you have any idea???
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just do a factory reset after backup ur files

Lesterleonard said:
Hi, i recently updated to 4.2.2 JB...i downloaded many apk files such as games on my phone...after 3 weeks, i cant install apk files anymore...is there any suggestion what i should do???
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some 3rd party app is the culprit, i had same issue with screen filter running. . so try stopping 3rd party apps running in background. . :good:

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error link??

Error link
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vasilis1 said:
Error link
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wtf
Wtf

Yess i see...tnx:thumbup:
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Link error!!!

I upload most of S5 apk here ---> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=51312010&postcount=173

s5 Apps
uploaded.net/file/58uu09si

i tried the music app, and it screwed my stock music app. whenever i try to open it now, it is now force closing , tried restoring it from titanium, still no luck, can some one please help

swagatsourav said:
i tried the music app, and it screwed my stock music app. whenever i try to open it now, it is now force closing , tried restoring it from titanium, still no luck, can some one please help
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go to setting > application manager > music > uninstall updates

tried that, now can get into the app, but when i try to play anything, it just crashes

swagatsourav said:
tried that, now can get into the app, but when i try to play anything, it just crashes
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Reflash your rom

Actually not required I got the stock music player apk and pushed it to system /app, it worked, bye the way flashing the Complete rom is not a viable solution always.
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"Back" button problem with some apps on "Xperia S" with CM11

I had problems while exiting apps or using the "back" button with some apps. The screen goes off and the phone freezes. Then i have to reboot the phone. Please help!! Thanks in advance !!
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jack808k said:
I had problems while exiting apps or using the "back" button with some apps. The screen goes off and the phone freezes. Then i have to reboot the phone. Please help!! Thanks in advance !!
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not completely sure but do a factory reset,
and before doing so make a backup of your important data like contact etc.

Thanks fot your reply, but i'd tell u that i've just installed CM11 so i did factory reset and cache format and dalvik. After i installed the ROM and installed "whatsapp" for example i got this bug while using the camera to send photos, after taking the photo the screen goes off and freezes. Even in some other apps like "google camera" i got the same issue when i want to exit the app.
I think this ROM is not completely compatible with some apps and needs fixes.
I hope there is some fixing methods that can help me. Otherwise i will regret of installing a custom ROM.
thanks in advance.
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jack808k said:
Thanks fot your reply, but i'd tell u that i've just installed CM11 so i did factory reset and cache format and dalvik. After i installed the ROM and installed "whatsapp" for example i got this bug while using the camera to send photos, after taking the photo the screen goes off and freezes. Even in some other apps like "google camera" i got the same issue when i want to exit the app.
I think this ROM is not completely compatible with some apps and needs fixes.
I hope there is some fixing methods that can help me. Otherwise i will regret of installing a custom ROM.
thanks in advance.
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Yeah, this custom rom may have some bugs.
Any ways good luck.
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