Bundletool
Bundletool integration in Appcircle's CI/CD pipelines facilitates the management of Android App Bundles, enabling the generation of optimized APKs for various device configurations and streamlined distribution.
Key Benefits
Effortless APK Retrieval:Â Simplifies obtaining APKs by eliminating the need to rebuild. With an AAB file, you can easily generate APKs using Bundletool without rebuilding the project.
Streamlined Distribution:Â Facilitates app distribution to testers. Testers can easily access the APK directly from the Testing Distribution page.
Easy Integration:Â Seamlessly integrates with Appcircle's CI/CD pipelines, automating Bundletool usage as part of the build and deployment process. Bundles can be published directly from Appcircle.
Points to Consider
Bundle Configuration: Ensure that your Android App Bundle is correctly configured in project settings to take full advantage of Bundletool’s capabilities.
Testing:Â Test generated APKs on various device configurations to verify compatibility and performance, ensuring a consistent user experience.
Versioning:Â Manage versioning carefully when generating multiple APKs from a single app bundle to maintain consistency and trackability in app releases.
Dependency Management:Â Keep Bundletool and dependencies up to date in your CI/CD pipeline to leverage the latest features and improvements in APK generation.
For more information on setup and usage, please visit Appcircle Technical DocumentationÂ