The Download APK files are used to install apps on Android devices. You need an Android emulator to open APK files on a computer. APK files are in ZIP format and can be extracted using ZIP tools.

Wondering how to download an APK file from the Play Store (and third-party sources)? All you need to do is follow our step-by-step guide.

I downloaded the APK file from the website, then I tried to open it. I was told that I was not permitted to install unknown apps from my download manager—in your case the warning may name Chrome ...

You don't need an Android phone to run apps designed for the platform.