How to Install Android Apps on Windows 11

Windows 11 allows you to run Android apps natively through the Amazon Appstore and sideload apps using ADB (Android Debug Bridge). Follow this guide to get started!

Method 1: Installing Android Apps via Amazon Appstore

Step 1: Enable Virtualization

Before you install Android apps, ensure that virtualization is enabled on your PC.

1. Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc).
2. Go to the Performance tab and check if Virtualization is enabled.
3. If disabled, enable it from your BIOS/UEFI settings.

Step 2: Install Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA)

1. Open Microsoft Store and search for Amazon Appstore.
2. Click Install and wait for the setup to complete.
3. Restart your PC when prompted.

Step 3: Set Up Amazon Appstore

1. After restarting, open Amazon Appstore from the Start menu.
2. Sign in with your Amazon account (you may need a U.S.-based account).
3. Browse and download Android apps directly from the store.

Method 2: Sideloading Android Apps (APK Files)

If an app isn’t available in the Amazon Appstore, you can manually install APK files using ADB.

Step 1: Enable Developer Mode

1. Open Settings > Apps > Windows Subsystem for Android.
2. Enable Developer Mode and note the IP address.

Step 2: Install ADB on Windows

1. Download the Android SDK Platform Tools from the official Android Developers website.
2. Extract the files to a folder (e.g., C:\platform-tools).

Step 3: Install APK Files

1. Open Command Prompt and navigate to the platform-tools folder: cd C:\platform-tools
2. Connect to the WSA instance adb connect <your-WSA-IP>
3. Install an APK fille: adb install app.apk (Replace app.apk with your APK file name.)
4. The app will now appear in the Start menu like a normal Windows app!

Final Notes

• Some apps may require Google Play Services, which is not included in WSA by default.
• Advanced users can install Google Play Store manually using WSA with Google Apps mods.
• If you face issues, try restarting WSA from the Windows Subsystem for Android Settings.