Do APKs take up less space?

[behrprofl]

If I install an APK version of an app instead of downloading from the play store, does it take up less or more space???

 

[svim]

When you install an app from the Play Store, it is downloading the APK and using it to install the app onto your phone.

 

[ocnbrze]

If I install an APK version of an app instead of downloading from the play store, does it take up less or more space???

nope....same amount of space. think of apk's as zip files in windows. once extracted or installed you get the same size app

 

[Jason Hernandez1234]

If I install an APK version of an app instead of downloading from the play store, does it take up less or more space???

Installing an APK version of an app instead of downloading it from the Play Store does not necessarily take up less or more space. The size of the app remains the same, regardless of the source of installation.

When you download an app from the Play Store, the app's APK file is downloaded to your device, along with any additional data or resources needed to run the app. When you install the app, these files are stored in the device's internal storage or on an external SD card, depending on your settings.

Similarly, when you install an APK file manually, the APK file and any associated data or resources are stored in the device's internal or external storage, just like when installing from the Play Store.

However, it's worth noting that downloading and installing APK files from third-party sources can be risky, as they may contain malware or other security vulnerabilities. It's always recommended to download apps from trusted sources such as the Google Play Store or other official app stores to minimize these risks.