An is the standard file format used by Android to distribute and install applications. A "plugin" APK is a specific type of file designed to add functionality to an existing app rather than acting as a standalone program.
: Most plugin-based systems (like ATAK) provide a "Plugin Template" project. Clone this template to ensure your .apk has the correct manifest entries and interfaces to communicate with the host app. 1.63-plugin.apk
Because this file is not distributed via the Google Play Store, you cannot rely on Google's automatic security scanning (Play Protect has limited visibility on sideloaded files). An is the standard file format used by