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problem installing APK

I'm a HTC Desire S owner. I've problem installing APK files. It shows "There is a problem parsing the package" when trying to install apk files in ES File Explorer. It only happens when the apk files are in SDcard. It don't happen when install apk files which are located in my PC thru WiFi with ES File Explorer. It don't work with ASTRO file manager either. But I can install with AndExplorer and can install from PC (with DroidExplorer). I mostly use ES file manager and wanna install with it. I'm currently using latest version of ES file explorer. I've already checked "Allow installation of non-market apps" in setting. It did not happen with Stock ROM. Happened while using Saga3D, I don't know what I accidently did. I change to new rom 'Virtuous Quattro (ICS) and it still occur. Now I'm on Hyperion and it is still happening. Please help me.

xtartrackR said:
I'm a HTC Desire S owner. I've problem installing APK files. It shows "There is a problem parsing the package" when trying to install apk files in ES File Explorer. It only happens when the apk files are in SDcard. It don't happen when install apk files which are located in my PC thru WiFi with ES File Explorer. It don't work with ASTRO file manager either. But I can install with AndExplorer and can install from PC (with DroidExplorer). I mostly use ES file manager and wanna install with it. I'm currently using latest version of ES file explorer. I've already checked "Allow installation of non-market apps" in setting. It did not happen with Stock ROM. Happened while using Saga3D, I don't know what I accidently did. I change to new rom 'Virtuous Quattro (ICS) and it still occur. Now I'm on Hyperion and it is still happening. Please help me.
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I cannot tell you the reason for this issue, but it's well known. just download the apk on your Pc and put on Sd card then.
And Sometimes you are downloading an corrupted apk, simply download the app somewhere else.
Sent by my fingers to your head.

They say this error is likely attributed to:
1) Some strange apk not fit for the device. so, try downloading compatible apk.
2) Problems with Dalvik cache. try wiping cache & dalvik cache.

The reason for this is that the app is not downloaded completely. The download may have been interrupted on your phone due to some reason. On PC, the apps are downloaded uninterrupted, so no parsing error.

shrome99 said:
The reason for this is that the app is not downloaded completely. The download may have been interrupted on your phone due to some reason. On PC, the apps are downloaded uninterrupted, so no parsing error.
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Thanks. Good to know
Sent by my fingers to your head.

This occurs in case of corrupted downloads, where the file is shown as completely downloaded but actually some bits are lost while downloading. Very common when the downloading is done on the phone itself. Try downloading via PC and then transfer the apk to the sd card and you should be fine. I came across this when downloading an apk from the xda site itself (in the app development forum i think) and everytime i tried downloading on the phone, i got a parsing error... but as soon as i downloaded on PC and transferred it to phone, it installed right away!

I'm sure APK file is not corrupt. I can install with AndExplorer but not with ES File Explorer. I reinstalled ES File Explorer, but still not working.

xtartrackR said:
I'm sure APK file is not corrupt. I can install with AndExplorer but not with ES File Explorer. I reinstalled ES File Explorer, but still not working.
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Well then i guess you can say goodbye to ES File Explorer and stick to AndExplorer if this solves your problem!
Whatever works for you man! At least you found a workaround...I used to go crazy when i got these parsing errors!!!

Or try a different memory card. I have a Kingston micro-SD which gave me sleepless night awhile.

apk Problem
Have tried to check your Android Minimum SDK Version you have at your Program ??
Check this file and check your device
<uses-sdk
android:minSdkVersion="19"
android:targetSdkVersion="20" />
I have faced this problem with old versions , and resolved it by changing the appropriate minSdkVersion

xtartrackR said:
I'm a HTC Desire S owner. I've problem installing APK files. It shows "There is a problem parsing the package" when trying to install apk files in ES File Explorer. It only happens when the apk files are in SDcard. It don't happen when install apk files which are located in my PC thru WiFi with ES File Explorer. It don't work with ASTRO file manager either. But I can install with AndExplorer and can install from PC (with DroidExplorer). I mostly use ES file manager and wanna install with it. I'm currently using latest version of ES file explorer. I've already checked "Allow installation of non-market apps" in setting. It did not happen with Stock ROM. Happened while using Saga3D, I don't know what I accidently did. I change to new rom 'Virtuous Quattro (ICS) and it still occur. Now I'm on Hyperion and it is still happening. Please help me.
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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.

APK installation Astro File Manager issue
For me, the APK installer in Astro File Manager doesn't work atm.
I see a brief scanning popup window but then it disappears.
Until they fix it, it's best to avoid launching APKs from Astro File manager.
If you think your APKs installs are using Astro File manager as the default app, you need to clear it.
On a Samsung Galaxy S7, I had to
1. Settings > Applications > Application manager
2. More (Reset app preferences)
3. If you have Samsung Kids Mode installed, you need to run and reconfigure it (if you don't you'll get annoying popups because Kids Mode app is now unstable until you reconfigure it)
4. Return to ES File Explorer and launch the APK (if there are still issues, continue to step 5)
5. Go back to Application Manager (i.e. repeat step 1)
6. More (drop down menu on top right) > Show system apps
7. Scroll down and locate Package Installer
8. Set as default
9. Try again

bikeboy888 said:
For me, the APK installer in Astro File Manager doesn't work atm.
I see a brief scanning popup window but then it disappears.
Until they fix it, it's best to avoid launching APKs from Astro File manager.
If you think your APKs installs are using Astro File manager as the default app, you need to clear it.
On a Samsung Galaxy S7, I had to
1. Settings > Applications > Application manager
2. More (Reset app preferences)
3. If you have Samsung Kids Mode installed, you need to run and reconfigure it (if you don't you'll get annoying popups because Kids Mode app is now unstable until you reconfigure it)
4. Return to ES File Explorer and launch the APK (if there are still issues, continue to step 5)
5. Go back to Application Manager (i.e. repeat step 1)
6. More (drop down menu on top right) > Show system apps
7. Scroll down and locate Package Installer
8. Set as default
9. Try again
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I had the same problem it was related to Package installer permissions. Gave the storage permission to package installer it worked. Mine was LG G3 with CM13 by the way.

[Tool] Use your external sd card for large files or game data

Only a few days with my note 10.1 and I'm already out of space (internal memory) due to large game data. The same thing happened to me with the galaxy tab plus earlier this year. Back then I used folder plug and my problem was solved but it seems that in my current situation folder plug doesn't work. That's when I heard of directory bind. I gave it a try and BINGO. The setup is pretty straightforward once you get the hang of it. I would recommend it to anyone who (just like me) runs out of internal storage on their GN 10.1. You can download directory bind from here
How to:
1) Install it of course then run it
2) Menu then add new entry
3) Target (where the file/folder you want to move is). Long press and it will give you a list of directories to choose from.
4) Source [where you want to put it (somewhere in your external sd I believe)]. Use /mnt/extSdCard/ instead of the one that is there by default.
5) Save
6) Enjoy!
NB:1) The disk icon before your link should be green if not just click on it. If it's red that means something is not right, check your directories again
2) Your device has to be rooted

can't download from 4shared , do you have other place to download? and some screen shot will be good too,
thank you

ommx said:
can't download from 4shared , do you have other place to download? and some screen shot will be good too,
thank you
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Just checked 4shared and it's working fine. Anyways here's a new link (hope it works) .
I also included some screenshots

I can download now, thx will give it a try

this is perfect thanks, i tried it earlier but didnt put the /mnt/extsdcard/ part in, it actually works now

Hi there,
Tried to use it with Dolphin browser, in order to change the default download directory to the external SD card. As Dolphin itself can't.
No matter what I try, it just makes my downloaded files disappear from my browser's view (ES explorer).
They actually are somewhere, as I can run them from the download-window from the Dolphin browser, but ES explorer can't even find them.
Too bad.
Would have been a nice work around.
Regards,
***EDIT***
As soon as I unbind both the directories, the files reappear. In the sdcard directory that is (not etxSdCard)...
***EDIT 2***
No matter what explorer I use.

Don't use this method. Bugs many amd last files as well.
Consider swap method by other post
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Dioky said:
Hi there,
Tried to use it with Dolphin browser, in order to change the default download directory to the external SD card. As Dolphin itself can't.
No matter what I try, it just makes my downloaded files disappear from my browser's view (ES explorer).
They actually are somewhere, as I can run them from the download-window from the Dolphin browser, but ES explorer can't even find them.
Too bad.
Would have been a nice work around.
Regards,
***EDIT***
As soon as I unbind both the directories, the files reappear. In the sdcard directory that is (not etxSdCard)...
***EDIT 2***
No matter what explorer I use.
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That's weird i don't have such an issue with it. Did you double check your directories? I use root explorer with no issue at all (although sometimes player pro seems to show duplicates...)
hagalah said:
Don't use this method. Bugs many amd last files as well.
Consider swap method by other post
Sent from my GT-N8000 using Tapatalk 2
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I haven't messed around with the other methods yet. However I'm gonna keep your comment in mind

Do you have your ES Explorer settings to show hidden files?

directory bind won't even install for me. it just keeps saying i am out of space, but i have 8.8 gb free. am i doing something wrong?

doesn't work on my S3. i put correcly directories as in the pictore. it cut files to my ext sd card. when i start this app it always want to download again data

slackGIR said:
directory bind won't even install for me. it just keeps saying i am out of space, but i have 8.8 gb free. am i doing something wrong?
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I get that to it pisses me off.. So I flash cm10 and it fixed it so far I do miss some functions tho..
Sent from my GT-N8013 using Tapatalk HD

mmm, interesting...very interesting...

[How-To] Directly download .apk files from PC

How to download .apk files directly from PC​
Hi friends, Today I'll explain how to directly download .apk files from PC, many of you may be familier from flashing custom ROM and recoveryes in your device, so many will be flashing ROM frequently so they need to download their beloved Games and apps again and again as the apps downloaded from google play doesn't save the file but just run and install it, the leecher I found from the net is useful in downloading the actual setupfile of the app so you can install it whenever you want.
1 - Download 'Real APK Leecher v 1.3.5 (File in attachments)
2 - Extrace the zip file and open .exe file
3 - Enter the primary email ID you use in your device to download apps and enter its password
4 - Enter correct Device ID (to find device ID download Device ID app from google play)
5 - Fill all other details
6 - Now the leecher will go the download page search the app and it will show you the results
7 - Right click the app and click download (You need the purchace paid apps or it won't download)
8 - Now it will start to download and save the file in your specified destination
9 - Now copy the files into the sd card of your phone
10 - Go to settings->Security and tick unknown sources
11 - Now run the .apk file in your phone and it will start to install.
Note - The leecher is not made by me and i found it in net​
:good: Hit thanks if this helped you :good:

with free of cost
Suriya357 said:
How to download .apk files directly from PC​
Hi friends, Today I'll explain how to directly download .apk files from PC, many of you may be familier from flashing custom ROM and recoveryes in your device, so many will be flashing ROM frequently so they need to download their beloved Games and apps again and again as the apps downloaded from google play doesn't save the file but just run and install it, the leecher I found from the net is useful in downloading the actual setupfile of the app so you can install it whenever you want.
1 - Download 'Real APK Leecher v 1.3.5 (File in attachments)
2 - Extrace the zip file and open .exe file
3 - Enter the primary email ID you use in your device to download apps and enter its password
4 - Enter correct Device ID (to find device ID download Device ID app from google play)
5 - Fill all other details
6 - Now the leecher will go the download page search the app and it will show you the results
7 - Right click the app and click download (You need the purchace paid apps or it won't download)
8 - Now it will start to download and save the file in your specified destination
9 - Now copy the files into the sd card of your phone
10 - Go to settings->Security and tick unknown sources
11 - Now run the .apk file in your phone and it will start to install.
Note - The leecher is not made by me and i found it in net​
:good: Hit thanks if this helped you :good:
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My reply
thank you sir
really great job sir
is any other way to download set up file with free of cost

sriramsp.sp2 said:
My reply
thank you sir
really great job sir
is any other way to download set up file with free of cost
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Yes search for the game in google and you can download them in websites such as apkmania or android app box

Thanks for the info bro...
can post the link , where u get the app
Sent from my Micromax A110 using xda app-developers app

It will cause issue with stolen apks. It is a copyright infragment.
Also to backup apks and data there is some apps that do a complete backup ie : Titanium backup manager.
Ill report your post
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda app-developers app

Storage Error (when u have plenty)

So this was quit the headache at first. I could not download install any app was getting insufficient storage error. I worked on the problem most of the day and could not find a guide to help me solve the problem.
I finally after hours figures it out and it's super simple. This is only for rooted users though.
1) download or use your favorite root browser es file browser works I prefer Rom toolbox myself.
2) locate googleserviceframework.apk and note the version of your framework file and then delete it. Path to file is /system/priv_apps/
3) navigate to a web browser type in googleserviceframwork.apk followed by the version number mine ended in 038.
4) search for a suitable download
5) navigate to your download folder find the apk and copy it and and renavigate your way back to /system/priv_app/ and paste file. Change permissions to rw r r and then reboot device.
6) go to play store and update any system or Google apps. EverythingEverything should download and install fine now.
Do not forget to get the proper framework file or more problems Will arise from the process of installation.
I take no responsibilitie for problems that arise but I shall help in any way possible if needed. If this helped u then give a thanks :good:.
If this is made elsewhere then by all means delete it but I searched for hours and could not find a suitable solution.
Cheers and have a good day.

Android workaround for the NFS Most Wanted "not enough free space" problem

ATTENTION! Back up your original apk file BEFORE the mod as you WILL need it AFTER the mod is done..
Ok guys, so i decided to play NFS Most Wanted on my new device (LG L Fino) so i installed from market and started the app.. Ok BUT as many of you i was facing the "Not enough memory on device,clear up some memory to proceed" message. So i got angry and decided to see if there is a workaround of the problem. Well generally the problem itself is that my device (like many others) uses ONE memory chip which is split into TWO 2GB parts, the first is system only, and the second is user- accessible, BUT 1,2GB of that "user space" is flooded by system junk and bloatware etc etc.. So all you have left in the so-called Emulated SD is actually some 0.8 gigabyte which is not sufficient in any way, when you want to install NFS Nost Wanted, because when you start the app first time it asks you to download some 2055mb's game data and says you have 0mb free on device, when the actuall gamedata size is only 670mb.. So i found this workaround and i decided to share right away.. Enough talking - lets get to business:
Prerequisites:
ROOT IS A MUST HAVE FOR THIS JOB
Install RAR app from rarlabs (search on google play)
Install ES File Explorer
Install NFS Most Wanted from google play
Make sure of having at least 700mb free on internal mem.
Lets start.
First open ES File explorer and turn Root Explorer "on"
Then navigate to root/data/app and find a file named " com.ea.games.nfs13_na-1.apk "
Now COPY that file to the root of your ext SD (for the sakes of easy navigation)
Next click and hold on the file till you have it marked then from the popup menu (right lower corner) choose "Open as" (not extract) then choose "ES Archive manager" and once inside, navigate to /assets/downloadcontent .
There you will find a file named: "config.properties"
Copy that to the root of you ext SD and open it with text editor.
what you need is to find the two lines that read
TOTAL_SPACE_MB=2055
# TOTAL_SPACE_MB_MIN=440
and edit them to look like this:
TOTAL_SPACE_MB=0205
# TOTAL_SPACE_MB_MIN=044
Now close the file and save the changes.
Next open the RAR app and navigate to the root of your ext SD then click and hold the edited text file till a menu pops up, select "Copy to buffer"
Then click and hold at the apk file, select "Open as archive" (NOT EXTRACT!) and again navigate through assets/downloadcontent, then click and hold on a random file and from the popup menu select Paste, it should ask you if you want to overwrite, choose YES and close RAR.
Final step is to open ES File Explorer again, navigate to root of ext SD, COPY the now edited APK then navigate to root and /data/app and PASTE. Select YES to overwrite file.
Now click and hold the apk one last time, and from the popup menu (lower right corner) choose "Properties"
Right next to "Permissions" there should be a button named "Change" go ahead and push the button. Now you have to fix those permissions, you should see 9 checkboxes. CHECK the three ones that are underneath "Read" and check ONLY the topmost thats underneath "Write". ALL OTHER HAVE TO BE UNCHECKED!
it should now look like this:
.......................Read.........Write.........Execute
Owner:........(*)...............(*)...................( )
.
Group:.........(*)................( )...................( )
.
Others:........(*)................( )...................( )
Click Ok, close ES File explorer, run game, download 650mb gamedata and have fun (optional is when you download gamedata to use app like GL to SD)
if you mess up the process, start over-rinse-repeat
I hope i helped someone and if yes please feel free to hit thanks button ( no it doesn't bite)
Greetings from Bulgaria
Edit: I found out a bug and i don't know if it's only with my copy of the game after modding or if everyone of you who tried this has it. So...
THE BUG is that after i modified the already installed apk in order to download data, i happened to restart my device and when it booted it seemed like my copy of the game somehow "partially uninstalled" itself.. After a little digging i found out that it actually did uninstall itself, BUT only the apk - that meaning the data and savegame ARE still there..
THE SOLUTION is before doing the above mentioned walktrought you have to backup you Original apk first (using the backup app tool of ES File Explorer) and after that you have to reboot your device, install the original apk (it will tell you that this update has nothing new in it, thus not requiring any new permissions - install anyway) and you're good to go with a stable installed game..
BUG 2: after all done right, it happens that my copy of GL to SD app is not showing the most wanted in "linked apps" section and neither it is showing it in the "Move data" list.. Don't you worry, the game is still "in there" even when it does not show up on the lists, click the "mount" button and play as normal - it is working..
If there is some trouble i will be glad to help, just write a reply here and i will check my thread regularly.
Have a nice time guys... (Aaandd girls)

xD thanks a ton man, this helped me