Easy way to install apk files using Android SDK for Mac
June 23rd, 2010
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Let’s create a simple Automator app to make installing apk files a little easier.
- Download the Android SDK for Mac and extract it to an Android folder in your home directory.
- Launch Automator and create a new application.
- Add an action “Run Shell Script” with a sh shell.
- Paste this command: ~/Android/android-sdk-mac/platform-tools/adb install -r “$1″
- Add another two actions shown below if you want a feedback from the script.

- Save the application to the Applications folder.
- Associate apk files with your new application.
Now you can install Android apps by double clicking on apk files.
Download: Automator App.

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