How to Use SAI Installer to Install .apks and .xapk Files on Android [2025 Tutorial]

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Downloaded a game from namoapk.com with a .apks, .xapk, or .apkm file?

These split APK formats won’t install with a simple tap. You need a tool like SAI (Split APKs Installer) — and this guide will show you how to use it, step-by-step.

What is a .apks or .xapk File?

Modern Android apps are often split into multiple parts to support different devices and reduce size.

Formats like:

  • .apks – archive with base APK + splits
  • .xapk – APK + OBB + metadata
  • .apkm – used by APKMirror Installer

These need special installers.

What is SAI (Split APKs Installer)?

SAI is a free tool to install split APK bundles correctly. It’s open-source, safe, and doesn’t require root.

🔗 Download SAI (official GitHub)

You can also get it from:

How to Install .apks/.xapk Using SAI (2025)

Step 1: Download Required Files

From namoapk.com, download:

  • The .apks, .apkm, or .xapk file
  • SAI Installer APK

Step 2: Install SAI

Install SAI like a normal APK.

If blocked: Settings > Install unknown apps > Allow for File Manager or Browser

Step 3: Launch SAI and Choose Install Option

  1. Open SAI
  2. Tap “Install APKs”
  3. Tap “File Browser”
  4. Navigate to your .apks, .xapk, or .apkm file
  5. Select it

Step 4: Allow Installer Permissions

SAI will prompt for permission to install unknown apps:

  • Allow it
  • Then return to SAI and proceed

Step 5: Install and Enjoy

Once you hit install, SAI will extract and install the app package.

If the app has OBB files:

  • SAI may ask to install them
  • Or you might need to move the OBB folder manually to: Android/obb/

Common Fixes

ProblemFix
“App not installed”Uninstall existing version, then retry
“Parse error”File is corrupt – redownload
Install stuckClear cache of “Package Installer” app

Bonus Tip: Use with MOD APKs

SAI is 100% compatible with:

  • MOD .apks from namoapk.com
  • Game mods with split features
  • Android 12, 13, and 14

Pro Tip: Turn on “Signature verification override” in SAI settings if install fails.

Final Thoughts

Installing .apks, .xapk, or .apkm files can be confusing, but SAI makes it safe and simple.

Download working split APK MODs and games from namoapk.com, then use SAI for easy install – no root, no errors.

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