How to install an Expo dev build on Android

December 7, 2025

If you’re new to React Native development, you’ve probably wondered how to install a dev build on your Android device. On iOS, this is simple through Xcode’s UI, but Android is also straightforward. To install an APK on your phone, run the following command:

adb install <path to your apk>

For example:

adb install build-1763743337574.apk

You should now have the dev build installed on your device. Open it and continue testing.