Convert .apk file to .abb file without Android studio

Question

Please how can I convert.apk to.aab without Android studio

I created an Android app using AIDE and I wanted to upload to Google Play Store and then I discovered it's only.aab file format of the app they accept.

Answer 1

1- setup Android Studio

2- open your project in Android studio

3- from the Menu at the top choose Build then Generate Signed Bundle/APK...

4- in dialog box mark at Android App Bundle(aab) and follow steps that it

Answer 2

Yes, They still accept apk files. However, Apk files are 32 bit now. For Later Android releases like 12 and above, move your Project To Android Studio. There is no option other than using android studio because there is no other ide to support it at the moment. Please Contact google If needed any more assistance.

Answer 3

Via gradle - without android studio, you would use task 'bundle' instead of 'assemble'