Installing is the final step to turning a bare-bones custom ROM into a fully functional daily driver.

Not all GApps packages are created equal. Depending on your device's storage and your personal preference for "bloatware," you should choose one of the following reputable providers: 1. NikGApps

With Android 12, alternatives to GApps have matured.

Even with the right files, things can go wrong. Here are the top issues specific to Android 12.

However, the Android Open Source Project (AOSP)—the base code used by custom ROM developers like LineageOS, Pixel Experience, or crDroid—does not include these apps. This is due to licensing. Google’s apps are closed-source and proprietary. AOSP is open-source. Therefore, a custom ROM developer cannot legally bundle Google’s apps directly into their ROM downloads in many cases.