30 November 2024 Leave a comment Tech-Help
Encountering the INSTALL_FAILED_NO_MATCHING_ABIS error can be a common issue when installing an Android application on a device or emulator. This error typically indicates a mismatch between the application’s compiled architecture and the device’s CPU architecture. Let’s delve into what this means and explore effective solutions.
What Causes the INSTALL_FAILED_NO_MATCHING_ABIS Error?
This error occurs when you attempt to install an application that includes native libraries, but these libraries do not support the architecture of the device or emulator. For example, if an app is compiled for the armv7 architecture and you try to install it on an Intel-based emulator, the installation will fail.
Solution 1: Adjusting Your Application’s Supported Architectures
If you are using Visual Studio with Xamarin, follow these steps to resolve the issue:
- Open your Xamarin project solution (.sln) in Visual Studio.
- Right-click on your Android project and select Properties.
- Navigate to Android Options and select the Advanced tab.
- Ensure that the following architectures are checked under “Supported architectures”:
armeabi-v7aandx86. - Save your changes and rebuild the project (press F5).
This method has been verified to work on both Visual Studio 2015 and 2017, including the Mac version.
Solution 2: Configuring Gradle for Multi-Architecture Support
For projects using Gradle, you can configure your build to support multiple architectures by modifying the build.gradle file:
android {
splits {
abi {
enable true
reset()
include 'x86', 'armeabi-v7a'
universalApk true
}
}
// Other configurations
}
After making these changes, rebuild your project. This will generate APKs for the specified architectures, ensuring compatibility with your target emulator or device.
Solution 3: Emulator Configuration
When using an emulator, ensure that it is configured to support the necessary architecture. For instance, when creating an emulator in Android Studio, opt for x86_64 instead of x86 to avoid compatibility issues.
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