Installing the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) on Windows 10 and 11 opens the door to running Android apps natively on your PC. This tutorial will guide you through the installation process, ensuring you meet all requirements and avoid common pitfalls.
Key Takeaways
- Ensure your Windows system meets the necessary software and hardware requirements before installing WSA.
- You must uninstall any official versions of WSA before using the custom build from GitHub.
- Follow each step carefully to successfully run Android apps like VLC and Google Play on your PC.
System Requirements and Preparations
Before diving into the installation, it’s crucial to prepare your system. Here are the key requirements:
- Operating System: Windows 10 or Windows 11 with the latest updates.
- Hardware Requirements: Make sure your system meets the required RAM, CPU, and graphics card specifications. A solid-state drive (SSD) is recommended, and the system should be on an NTFS partition.
- Graphics Note: Intel HD and Nvidia graphics users may have specific setup requirements.
- Virtualization: Ensure that virtualization is enabled in your computer’s BIOS. Additionally, the Virtual Machine Platform feature must be activated within Windows.
For a detailed guide on enabling virtualization, refer to this guide on enabling virtualization on Windows 10 and 11.
Step 1: Download the Windows Subsystem for Android
- Head to the GitHub page by MustardChef to download the WSA build.
- Scroll through the information on the page to familiarize yourself with the installation process and any potential issues.
- Ensure that your system meets all the listed requirements before proceeding.
Step 2: Uninstall Official WSA
If you have an official version of the Windows Subsystem for Android installed, you need to uninstall it completely before proceeding. The custom build won’t work unless the official version is removed.
Step 3: Select Your Build
- Go to the downloads section on the GitHub page.
- Choose the appropriate build for your system. There are versions with Google apps and Amazon apps included, as well as versions without them.
- Download your preferred build.
Step 4: Extract and Move Files
- Once the download is complete (approximately 1GB in size), locate the downloaded ZIP file in your downloads folder.
- Extract the contents using 7zip or another file extraction tool. If you don’t have one, download 7Zip for free.
- Rename the extracted folder to “WSA” and move it to your C drive for easier access.
Step 5: Run the Installation Script
- Open the WSA folder and locate the
run.batfile. This is a Windows batch file. - Right-click the
run.batfile and select Run as administrator to start the installation process.
Step 6: Complete Installation and Sign In
- During installation, you’ll be prompted to enable optional diagnostic data. You can leave this box unchecked and continue.
- Once the installation is complete, Google Play will launch, asking you to sign in.
- Sign in with your Google credentials to complete the setup.
Testing Your Installation
Once WSA is successfully installed, you can start installing and running Android apps. To test the setup:
- Open Google Play and search for a simple app like VLC.
- Install VLC to confirm that WSA is working correctly.
- Launch VLC, or any other app, and enjoy the full Android experience on your Windows system.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
If you encounter problems during the installation, revisit the GitHub page’s troubleshooting sections. There are detailed explanations of common errors and solutions that can help you resolve any issues you might face.
Conclusion
Installing the Windows Subsystem for Android on Windows 10 and 11 allows you to run Android apps directly on your PC. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can ensure a smooth installation process and enjoy the benefits of Android on your Windows device.
FAQs
1. Can I install the Windows Subsystem for Android on Windows 10?
Yes, you can install WSA on both Windows 10 and Windows 11 as long as your system meets the necessary requirements.
2. What happens if I don’t uninstall the official WSA version before installing this one?
If the official version of WSA is still installed, the custom version will not work. You must uninstall the official WSA first.
3. What should I do if my PC doesn’t support virtualization?
Unfortunately, WSA requires virtualization to be enabled in your BIOS settings. If your PC doesn’t support it, you won’t be able to run WSA.
4. Why do I need to move the WSA folder to the C drive?
Moving the folder to the C drive ensures easier access and helps prevent any issues related to file paths during the installation.
5. Can I install apps from both Google Play and the Amazon Appstore with this build?
Yes, depending on the build you choose, you can have access to both Google Play and the Amazon Appstore.
- Microsoft announced Windows Subsystem for Android for Windows 11 but has no plan of bringing it to Windows 10. With aftermarket Windows developers, you can now get WSA on Windows 10 as well.
- To port WSA to Windows 10, enable virtualization from UEFI settings, enable “Windows Hypervisor Platform” and “Virtual machine platform” optional features, enable Developer Mode, install WSL from Microsoft Store, and then download, extract, and run the WSA installer batch file from GitHub.
The Windows operating system allows virtualizations – an ability to run other operating systems on top of Windows. Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) and Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) are two distinct parts of this virtualization, where the former allows you to install Linux distributions, and the latter lets you run Android applications. Unfortunately, Microsoft only ever announced WSA for Windows 11.
Due to the harsh system requirements for Windows 11, many consumers still use older Windows operating systems, especially Windows 10. However, there is no official way of installing Android apps directly on the operating system. Instead, you must use Android emulators to do that.
That said, WSA uses virtualization technology, especially the Hyper-V hypervisor to run the Android apps on Windows 11. Thankfully, the same support and features are also available on Windows 10. The aftermarket Windows developers were thus able to manipulate the WSA technology for Windows 11 and port it to Windows 10 as well.
This guide provides a step-by-step guide on how to install Windows Subsystem for Android on your Windows 10 PC.
Table of Contents
Installing Windows Subsystem for Android on Windows 10
The method I am about to show you to install WSA uses a backport of Windows Subsystem for Android to Windows 10, which is in the form of a script written by a user on GitHub. This script, or the batch file manipulates Windows Subsystem for Linux, which is a similar technology to WSA, and backports Windows 11 WSA to Windows 10.
Before actually downloading and running the script, there are a ton of prerequisites that your system must satisfy, such as the hardware requirements, certain features that should be enabled, etc. Let us get right to it.
Prerequisites
System requirements
Since WSA has not yet been officially announced for Windows 10, there is no official statement on the system requirements either. However, following in Windows 11 footsteps, here are the basic requirements that we think are necessary:
- RAM: 8GB (minimum) / 16GB (recommended)
- Processor: x64 or ARM64, 1GHz or faster
- Operating system: Windows 10 22H2
Before proceeding with the rest of the prerequisites, make sure that your system meets these requirements. You can check your Windows version by running the command “winver” in the Run Command box.
Enable virtualization for BIOS/UEFI settings
As mentioned earlier, WSA uses virtualization technology to run other operating systems on top of Windows. For that, you must enable virtualization from the system BIOS. Here is how:
-
Enter your system’s BIOS.
-
In the BIOS settings, look for the “virtualization” or “VTx” tab. From here, enable system virtualization.
The Setting may be called either one of the following, depending on your computer/CPU manufacturer:
- VT-x
- AMD-V
- SVM
- Intel VT-d
Enable virtualization from BIOS -
Now restart your computer and boot into the operating system normally.
After performing the steps above, virtualization has been enabled from the BIOS, but you still need to enable it from within the operating system.
Enable Windows Hypervisor Platform, Virtual machine platform
After booting into Windows, you must next enable some optional features that will allow installing WSA on Windows. The following features need to be enabled:
- Windows Hypervisor Platform
- Virtual Machine Platform
Use the following steps to enable these:
-
Press the Windows key + R to open the Run Command box.
-
Type in “optionalfeatures” and press Enter to launch the Optional Features window.
-
Check the boxes next to the following options and click OK.
- Windows Hypervisor Platform
- Virtual Machine Platform
Enable virtualization optional features in Windows 10 -
Restart the computer.
Restart the computer
Enable Developer Mode
Developer Mode is a feature in Windows that allows you to perform additional testing and debugging of the Windows Store as well as third-party applications. Furthermore, it also introduces some new tools to the Windows environment designed to help the developers with their testing. When enabled, it offers the following additional tools for the developers to use:
- Installing and debugging uncertified Windows Store applications.
- Device Portal
- Device Discovery
Not only that, this mode improves the following Windows tools for an optimized developer experience:
- File Explorer
- Remote Desktop
- Windows PowerShell
Here are the steps to enable the Developer mode on Windows 10:
-
Press the Windows Key + i to open the Settings app.
-
Click “Update & Security” at the bottom.
-
Click “For developers” on the left.
-
Here, toggle the slider under “Developer Mode” into the On position.
Turn on Developer Mode -
When asked for a confirmation, click Yes.
Yes to confirm
Now that developer mode is enabled, you should have no trouble running the batch file to backport WSA to Windows 10.
Install Windows Subsystem for Linux
Now, you need to install WSL on your Windows 10 computer. This is the last step before you can run the script to backport WSA to Windows 10. Here is how:
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Open the WSL page on the Microsoft Store.
-
Click Install.
Install WSL The Microsoft Store app will now launch.
-
Click Get.
Get WSL WSL will now download and install on your PC.
Once these prerequisite steps have been performed, you can continue to run the specialized batch script and port Windows 11’s WSA to Windows 10.
Install Windows Subsystem for Android
Use the following steps to download and run the batch file to install WSA on a Windows 10 PC:
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Open the GitHub page for the WSA-Windows-10 script.
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Click “WSA-Setup.rar” to download the file.
Download WSA Setup file -
Extract the downloaded package.
Note: You will need an RAR extractor since Windows 10 does not natively support this compression format.
Extract the RAR file -
Open the extracted folder and run the file labeled “setup.bat.”
-
Once installed, press any key to continue.
Note: Experiencing errors during the installation is normal and WSA will still be installed.
WSA installed successfully on Windows 10
After performing the steps above, Windows Subsystem for Android will now be installed successfully, and you should be able to run any Android app.
Takeaway
When Microsoft first introduced Windows Subsystem for Android, it turned heads for the developers as it was not anticipated. It meant that users no longer needed to run heavy emulators to run Android applications, where the apps didn’t run at their full potential anyways, and needed a lot of system resources.
However, Microsoft never announced WSA for Windows 10, nor are there any rumors of announcing it anytime soon. Perhaps, WSA was never planned to be released for Windows 10 since it is bound to reach end of life in 2025. But thanks to aftermarket developers and tweakers, we got WSA for Windows 10, and surprisingly, many versions of it.
The method discussed in this post to install Windows Subsystem for Android on a Windows 10 PC is perhaps one of the most convenient methods out there. There are other methods and tools as well, but all get the same result.
23andMe
5.114.0
11
✅
4PDA
1.9.35
11
✅
A+ Gallery
2.2.55.4
11
✅
You might face graphical glitches when using dark theme, hence it’s recommended to use light theme instead.
Activity Launcher
1.14.6
13, 12
⚠️
As of WSA version 2209.40000.28.0, you can’t pin shortcuts to a home area of a launcher (like Lawnchair or Rootless Pixel Launcher) with the error Current launcher does not support PinShortcut. Unable to create shortcut.
You can still launch specific activities on any app
AdGuard
3.6.10
12
⚠️
«Local VPN» doesn’t work even with the above workaround. «HTTPS Filtering» doesn’t work due to problems with recognition of manually installed certificates.
Not to be confused with «AdGuard Content Blocker»
ADM
12.5.4
11
✅
ADM Pro
6.4.0
11
✅
Aegis
2.0.2
11
✅
AIDE
3.2.210316
11
✅
Might optionally require GMS
AIMP
3.10.1052
11
✅
Aliexpress
8.76.5
13
⚠️
The home and search pages have significant scaling issues that make it nearly impossible to navigate through the app.
Amaze File Manager
3.5.3
11
✅
Avoid updating the app
Amazon Alexa
2.2.466191.0
12
✅
Android System Info
1.4.2
11
✅
Android System Webview
118.0.5993.111
13, 12
✅
Android System Webview Dev
103.0.5060.22
11
✅
App installs correctly
AniLabX
3.8.12 (Iridium) — Beta
11
✅
Animiru
0.16.0.0
13
✅
Aniyomi
0.15.2.1
13, 12
✅
AntennaPod
2.5.0
11
✅
APKMirror Installer (Beta)
1.3.2
11
⚠️
Cannot remove ads without subscription which requires Location to be turned on. Apart from this, there are random crashes
APKPure
3.17.26
11
✅
Sometimes, it might require multiple attempts to install an app
Apple Music
3.7.1
11
✅
App分享 (AppShare)
2.1.1 (164)
11
❌
Can’t login
Aptoide App Store
9.20.2.1
11
✅
Sometimes, downloads might get stuck
AquaMail (Pro)
1.34.0-118
11
✅
ASUS Router
1.0.0.7.35
12
✅
The text on the bottom bar is more narrow than it should be, resulting in cutting off the last letters or taking up two lines.
AtB
1.23
12
❌
Crashes during loading, as it relies on Google Services Framework and on having the latter be given read_device_config permissions, which doesn’t seem to be possible to give.
Audible
3.15.0
11
✅
Aurora Store
4.1.1
12, 11
✅
Authy
24.8.5 (139)
11
✅
Produces warnings about GMS which are safe to ignore.
BandLab
10.45.0
13, 12
🆖
Slight audio lag with Android 12, it was fixed in Microsoft’s 2303.40000.3.0 update
Only tested from installing from Google Play Store with Google services, otherwise app has no issues whatsoever. It’s responsive, and in Android 13 there’s no audio lag.
BankID (Norway)
2.1
12
❌
Spams the desktop browser with new tabs about how the app thinks the phone is rooted.
BBC iPlayer
4.137.0.25403
11
✅
Sideloaded
BBC Sounds
2.13.0.19989
13
✅
Berry Browser
3.57.8
12, 11
✅
Binance
2.36.5
11
✅
Bondee
2.0.0.636
12
⚠️
Has scaling issues. Specifically, after the introductory part, the app uses abnormally huge elements which makes it impossible to navigate.
Boost for Reddit
1.12.5
12
✅
Bouncer
1.26.3
11
⚠️
Brave Browser
1.30.87
11
✅
Brawl Stars
13
❌
App gets stuck on loading screen
BritBox by BBC & ITV
2.1.2 (20043)
11
❌
App crashes on start
Bromite
94.0.4606.94
11
✅
Use x64 build
Camera
2.0.002
13
⚠️
While taking pictures or video works fine but changing the camera (to an inactive virtual camera) freezes the app.
Included in the subsystem
CamScanner
6.3.0.2110240000
11
❌
WSA freezes after taking a snap
Canvas Student
6.14.1
11
✅
Character.AI
1.7.5
13
✅
Sometimes, the text box for the prompt is broken when you resize the window. Restarting the app will restore the textbox.
ChMate
0.8.10.153
11
✅
Clubhouse
1.0.11
11
⚠️
Unable to login via phone number, it throws an error after entering the OTP
Comixology
3.10.18.310421
11
✅
Cignal Play
2.2-play
13
⚠️
Stuck on loading animation when viewing live tv
Coop Medlem
3.4.30
12
⚠️
Coopay activation fails because the app looks for whether a lock screen is enabled or not
Core functionality works, although a bit slowly.
CPU-Z
1.41
11
✅
Cronometer
3.13.1
11
✅
Cryptography
1.24.0
12
✅
CX File Explorer
2.0.0
13, 12
✅
Dantotsu
2.0.0
13
✅
To sign-in to the anilist integration, set the default browser to use a browser app in WSA (e.g. Firefox) since it opens the default brower on Windows. This also happens with links as well.
Hovering the mouse pointer, highlights the input element. Keyboard usage is supported on the Manga reader and Media Player.
Dcoder
4.0.76
11
✅
Decibel X
6.4.2
11
⚠️
App crashes
Decrypto
1.4.7
12
✅
Delivery Club
4.64.0
11
❌
App crashes after selecting a shipping address
DevCheck
3.39
11
❌
Blank screen on startup
Device Info HW
5.4.1
11
✅
Deezer
7.0.14.1 beta
12
✅
The Deezer Labs crossfade function doesn’t seem to work as of September 2022
Music and menus seem to work pretty well, even with HiFi bitrates.
Digital Wellness
1.5.500315346 (471337)
13
✅
It’s not available in the Settings App by default, requires Activity Launcher to launch it.
You can make it show in the launcher if you enable «Show icon on app list».
DirecTV for Tablet
5.29.001
11
⚠️
Frequent crashing, other functionality proper.
Discord
98.6
11
✅
DMM Games Store
2.8.0
11
🆖
Requires GMS
Duolingo
5.2.35
11
✅
DuckDuckGo Privacy Browser+
5.142.2
12
✅
Easybell
2.1.30
11
✅
EDS Lite
2.0.0.237
12
✅
Tested on an Intel x86-64 CPU (may work on AMD64 or ARM64). Recommended to add the exFAT module if you have a container that use this filesystem.
eGovPH
2.0.4
13
⚠️
Tested on a WSA install with GMS and It’s also recommended to turn off Developer Options before starting this app. The app doesn’t start properly if you didn’t grant the permissions beforehand in android settings. For eReport, the app can’t progress beyond the Current Location permission prompt as clicking the «Enable Location» doesn’t do anything (even with the location permission granted for WSA in Windows); the workaround is to access it via the Suggested eGovPH Services part (found on the Home tab). eKYC verification is problematic as the built-in laptop camera is wonky with eGovPH’s image handling, affecting the verification process (this also applies if you’re registering an account from the same device for its face verification). Some pages display no content (notably FAQs and application details on some cases)
Basic features work such as navigating through the app features/pages. The PhilSys Digital ID page works as well and able to recognize it in the verification site from another device. Recommended to use an up-to-date version of Android System WebView since the app mostly relies on it.
Emby
2.0.48g
11
✅
ES File Explorer
4.2.1.8
11
✅
Avoid updating the app
Excel
16.0.14527.20162
11
✅
F-Droid
1.15.6
13, 12, 11
✅
F1 TV
2.0.5
11
⚠️
Terrible app experience including screen flashes and crashes while watching a video
FaceApp: Face Editor
11
❌
Facebook
377.0.0.22.107
12
✅
Facebook Lite
339.0.0.10.100
12
✅
Facebook Messenger
330.0.0.12.116 (x86_64)
11
⚠️
Chat Heads don’t work
Facebook Messenger Lite
334.0.0.10.101
12
✅
FAST Speed Test
1.0.8 (88)
11
✅
FDM (Free Download Manager) (Play Store)
6.18.1.4896
13
✅
The app crashed after the splash screen (after granting its needed permissions) on some versions of the subsystem (due to libhoudini). Works fine again as of WSA 2301.40000.7.0
Tested on an Intel x86_64 CPU
Fennec F-Droid
105.1.0
12
❌
While the app is correctly installed, it crashes very often, and sites load very, very slowly compared to Firefox Nightly.
Files by Google
Unknown
11
✅
Works fine
Firefox
123.0 (2016003223)
13, 12, 11
✅
On Android 11, it works albeit with broken rendered webpages. On Android 12, works (without white box after updating WSA to 2205.40000.21.0)
Tested on Intel HD integrated graphics.
Firefox Nightly
95.0a1
11
✅
Firefox Focus
106.1
12
✅
foobar2000
1.2.30
11
✅
Formula 1
11.0.1533
11
⚠️
Live Timing is broken, keeps crashing on initialization
FX File Explorer
9.0.1.2 (r9012)
13, 12, 11
✅
Tested only on the base version (without FX Plus)
Game Pass
2110.17.1005
11
✅
GMS warnings might appear but these can be safely ignored
Cloud games can be launched but controlling them with controller or touch has not been tested.
GBoard
Unknown
12, 11
⚠️
Will not work as expected in newest WSA (2204.x)
GCash
5.62.0
13, 12, 11
🆖
Requires GMS. Will warn «limited functionality» if no GMS is present, if present, works normally. When it is launched for the first time, it will crash due to lack of permissions granted on previous versions (5.61.0 and below). Starting with 5.62.0, an alert pops up We have detected that you are running the GCash app on emulator. You will not be able to proceed.
Geekbench
5.4.1
11
✅
GeoGebra
5.0.674.0
11
✅
GitHub
1.146.0
13
✅
Opening any web links in the using the «Windows default app» doesn’t work (including the sign-in).
Set a default browser app first (like Chrome) if you want to use external links within the app
Globe2Go
4.7.4.20.0810/3890
11
✅
GlobeOne
1.8.37
12
✅
May require GMS (otherwise use other login methods available in the app)
Gmail
2022.05.01.440951655.Release
11
✅
May require GMS
Gojek
4.30.1
11
🆖
Requires GMS
Google
14.44.29.28.x86_64
13
🆖
Requires GMS
Google Calendar
2022.18.2-448173739-release
11
✅
Requires GMS
Works fine
Google Camera
Unknown
11
✅
Works fine
Google Chrome
119.0.6045.66
13, 12, 11
✅
Requires microG or GMS to sync with Google Account
Google Classroom
8.0.181.20.90.3
11
✅
Notifications are generic (do not show content), clicking on them may not open the app. Uploading attachments locally is not possible.
Google Contacts
3.68.0.445910596
Unknown
✅
App may be glitchy from time to time, if that happens, restart the app
Google Drive
2.22.197.0.all.alldpi
11
✅
Works fine, may require GMS
Google Home
2.58.1.7
12
❌
An error message on startup says «Home cannot run without Google Play Services, which are not supported by your device.»
Google Meet
2021.10.03.404303734.Release
11
🆖
Requires GMS, Share screen doesn’t work due to WSA’s windowed nature
Google Photos
5.91.0.448844219
11
✅
Requires GMS
Google Play Games
2023.08.46243
13
🆖
Requires GMS
Google Play Store
37.4.24-29 [0] [PR] 56388002
13
🆖
Requires GMS. If you’re changing languages a lot in the app, there’s a prompt to restart the app to complete the update. Wait for a few seconds, then tap/click restart to proceed (sometimes works, sometimes not).
Play Protect certification status will be Device is uncertified
Google Services Framework (APK)
12, API 32
12
❌
Although installation succeeds and apps become aware of it, it lacks a lot of permissions needed for most functions, e.g. read_device_config, which can’t be given even with the Settings app.
Google Translate
6.45.0.474938783.2-release
12
❌
Crashes on startup due to reliance on Google Services Framework
Grab
5.172.200
11
✅
Gycso
1.1.0
12, 11
✅
HBO Max
52.15.0.53
11
⚠️
Failed to play video (internal player fails to display image and play sound).
Hidden Settings
1.7.5
12
✅
Hiragana Pro
1.4.4
12
✅
Scaling issue when the app is in landscape mode.
Hobi
2.1.7
11
🆖
Requires GMS
Home Assistant
2022.3.0-full
11
✅
Basic functionality works, additional/extended functionality has not been yet tested.
Housesigma Canada Real Estate
4.3.6 (121)
11
✅
HTV (hanime tv)
3.6.7
11
⚠️
Failed to play video
Internal player doesn’t work, asks for external player and fails again
huaCtrl PRO
1.0.27
11
✅
Huawei AppGallery
11.4.2.300
11
✅
Frequent crashes were experienced, otherwise the app functionality is fine
Hyper Square
3.0.1
11
✅
IFTTT
4.29.2
12
🆖
Need GMS to receive notification. Ignore the Notification Reader Access error.
To avoid Play Protect blocking login to the Google Store, use GMS version open_gapps-x86_64-11.0-pico-20220215. (See also: WSAGAScript issue #213).
Instagram
244.0.0.17.110
12, 11
⚠️
Need to use an Android keyboard (eg. MS SwiftKey) to be able to reply to stories (only works in 11. Keyboard app support in 12 is broken.
Instagram Lite
339.0.0.10.100
12
✅
Intra
1.3.8
12
✅
VPN workaround is needed after installation to allow the app to create VPN connections.
iOS app (any)
11
❌
Thanks for testing, Brad.
Ipsos MediaLink
5.2.20
13
✅
The VPN workaround is required, as are Accessibility permissions, and a CA certificate needs to be installed (wsa://com.android.settings)
iPusnas
1.5.1
11
✅
iRobot
5.2.4-release
12
❌
Error message java.lang.UnsatisfiedLinkError: dlopen failed: library "libcore_jni.so" not found
Insta360
1.49.0
12
❌
Error message Sorry, Insta360 app is temporarily incompatible with your device.
J2ME Loader
1.7.9-open
13, 12, 11
✅
JAKI — Jakarta Kini
1.2.34
11
🆖
Some features require GMS
JioSaavn
8.2.1
11
✅
Doesn’t support fullscreen and rare crashes but running fine
Jiocinema
3.0.2.7
11
✅
May crash initially but subsequent runs should work correctly.
Jlpt
4.7
12
✅
Joey (Reddit client)
2.0.0.1
11
✅
Jolibee
1.21.1
13
✅
Joplin
2.4.3 (2097651)
11
✅
JuiceSSH
3.2.2
11
⚠️
Connecting to SSH server needs multiple tries
Kahoot
11
✅
Katakana Pro
1.4.4
12
✅
KawaiiNihongo
3.10.9
12
✅
KernelSU
v0.7.0
13
✅
Download this manager app after installing KernelSU root
Khan Academy
7.3.3
11
✅
Kik
7.10.1.176 (82)
11
✅
Kindle
8.47.1.3370
11
✅
Kiwi Browser
107.0.5304.74
13, 12
✅
Kobo Books
8.40.29843
11
⚠️
Aspect ratio and resolution are fixed, appears blurry when resized
Kotatsu
6.5.4
13
✅
Keyboard navigation is supported
KRL Access
4.1.0
11
❌
App crashes
Lawnchair
12 Alpha 5
13, 12, 11
⚠️
If you’re running the Android 13 of the subsystem (2211.40000.11.0), if you launch any app from either the home screen or the app drawer, it crashes with an error: java.lang.NoSuchMethodError: No virtual method setSplashscreen(I)V in class Landroid/app/ActivityOptions; or is superclasses (declaration of 'android.app.ActivityOption'...
Works fine on Android 11 or 12 versions of the subsystem.
Lazada
7.37.0
13
⚠️
Google login requires GMS installed (use Email or Facebook login as alternatives). Slide to verify appears too often if logging in. Weird scaling options (interface elements are too large)
Keep it in portrait for the app to be usable.
Libby
4.3.1
11
✅
LINE
12.0.1
11
✅
Line Rangers
7.6.3
11
✅
LinkedIn
4.1.632
11
✅
Logcat Reader
1.7.2
13
✅
LNReader
1.1.18
13, 12
✅
Partial keyboard navigation is available (example: arrows key up and down — scrolls) when reading a light novel.
LSPosed
1.8.6
13, 11
✅
Magisk
25.2
13, 11
✅
Magisk developer confirmed able to gain root access — link to his tweet
ManCityApp
2.1.11
11
🆖
Might require GMS
MangaYomi
0.1.65
13
✅
Doesn’t support keyboard (media) controls on the media player
Manga reader supports keyboard navigation
Manzur’s Study Circle (MSC)
1.0.2
11
✅
Material Files
1.5.2
12, 11
✅
Maya (Paymaya)
2.85.1
13
❌
App crashes immediately upon launching the app
McDonald’s
2.76.0
13
❌
Device verification fails on the first welcome screen and displays «Your device did not pass our security check. Please check that you run a Google trusted OS version, that the device is not rooted, and that you have no harmful apps installed.
Meta Quest (Oculus)
181.1.0.81.114
12
⚠️
Can’t log in with a Meta account, but you can install the Facebook or Instagram app and enable «Logging in with accounts» in the Meta Accounts Center, and use the in-app login. Doesn’t detect Quest 2 nearby, due to no Bluetooth support.
microG Settings
N/A
11
❌
App crashes, doesn’t load
Microsoft Authenticator
6.2112.8213
11
✅
Some features might require GMS
Microsoft Azure
3.9.2.2021.09.30-19.35.50
11
✅
Microsoft Bing — Search & earn
23.5.401109307
12
✅
Microsoft Edge
120.0.2210.157
13,11
❌
Always stuck in Microsoft Edge First Run Experience and a few seconds later, crashes out
Microsoft Edge Canary
103.0.1264.1
11
❌
Fails to load websites
Microsoft Launcher
6.230703.0.1122680
13, 11
✅
Can’t set wallpaper
Microsoft PowerApps
3.21124.20
11
✅
Microsoft Swiftkey Keyboard
8.10.12.4
12, 11
✅
Works on WSA 2203 (Android 11), but on-screen is completely broken in WSA 2204(Dev) (Android 12.1)
Microsoft Teams
1416/1.0.0
12
✅
Mic Test
5.2
12
✅
lauresprojects.com.mictest
Mihon (Beta)
0.16.3-6530
13
✅
Notifications like «Large updates harm sources…» cut off. «Updating Library» progress bar doesn’t show, until you clear the Mihon notification. Pressing any key on the keyboard during the Onboarding Guide (the thing when you start Mihon for the first time) will crash the app.
Some of the notifications will be missing due to the Windows Action Center limit of 20. When setting up the tracker, make sure to set the default browser (like Firefox) to sign in.
Mihon (Stable)
0.16.4
13
✅
Notifications like «Large updates harm sources…» cut off. «Updating Library» progress bar doesn’t show, until you clear the Mihon notification. Pressing any key on the keyboard during the Onboarding Guide (the thing when you start Mihon for the first time) will crash the app.
Some of the notifications will be missing due to the Windows Action Center limit of 20. When setting up the tracker, make sure to set the default browser (like Firefox) to sign in.
MiX
6.57.0-Beta_B21070510
11
✅
Mobile JKN
3.7.1
11
✅
Some features might require GMS
MOLA
2.1.3
11
❌
App crashes
Monogolf
3.4.10
13
✅
Monument Browser
1.0.333
12
✅
Moodle
3.9.5
11
✅
MPV
2023-11-30-release
13, 12
✅
Picture in Picture doesn’t work
Keyboard navigation supported in the media player
MT File Manager
2.10.0
11
✅
Musically (TikTok)
7.8.0
11
✅
Muslim Pro
1.2.3
11
🆖
Requires GMS
MX Player
1.40.9
11
✅
MX Player Pro
1.39.13
11
⚠️
App crashes, but videos can be played from external sources
myPLDT Smart
2.0.1
13
✅
Requires GMS only when logging in using Google account. You can try logging in with e-mail instead.
Sideloaded installation
MyPostNord (Norway)
3.12
12
✅
My Verizon
16.4.2
11
✅
The page might be displayed sideways for a short amount of time when the app is launched. The app automatically reverts to the correct orientation in a second.
NClientV2 (Release)
3.0.5
13
✅
Keyboard navigation is unsupported when reading.
You can try enabling Disguise app in drawer but it doesn’t work in the Windows start menu, but works with an installed launcher like Lawnchair or Rootless Pixel Launcher.
Neko
2.16.0
13, 12, 11
✅
Nekogram X
8.1.2-1-rc01
11
✅
Use NoGcm variant
Netflix (Aurora Store)
8.4.0
11
❌
«Device not supported» error
Nettfart Mobile
3.6.8
12
✅
The app must be given network permissions in App Settings
Network IP Scanner
3.2
11
⚠️
Only scans WSA’s own VirtWifi network
NewPipe
0.22.1
11
✅
NextDNS
1.2
12
✅
VPN workaround is needed after installation to allow the app to create VPN connections.
NFL
57.0.7
11
⚠️
Videos/streams do not play or load. If embedded in an article, they only play without sound.
Nintendo Switch Online
2.2.0
12
✅
Only displays in portrait
Nova Launcher
7.0.49 (7049)
11
⚠️
UI is messy, but app drawer is fine
Nova Launcher Beta
8.0.2
12
⚠️
UI is messy, but app drawer is fine
Nu Carnival
1.0.2-erolabs
11
❌
App stuck on a black screen
Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent (CotC)
1.5.0 (753410)
12
❌
OpenGL ES 3.1 (or higher) is unsupported
Security policy violation: 32 (Most likely due to OpenGL issue)
Office
16.0.14527.20162
11
✅
Might require microG
Office Lens
16.0.14527.20178
11
❌
Might require GMS, cannot sign in
Okay?
4.08
11
✅
One Store
7.6.0
11
✅
Open Camera (F-droid)
1.52
13
❌
Crashes upon launching the app
Opera Browser Beta
65.1.3381.61349 (x86_64)
11
✅
Change app layout to Tablet Mode for a better experience
Opera GX : Gaming Browser
1.3.6
11
✅
Opera Mini Beta
61.0.2254.59921
11
🆖
Requires GMS
Opera Touch Browser
2.9.6
11
⚠️
My Flow feature requires GMS
GMS warnings might appear but these can be safely ignored
Oppo App Store (China)
8.6.4 Beta 1
11
❌
App freezes on blank screen
Oppo Game Center (China)
9.7.0_14b2c0c_210521
11
✅
Oreo: Twist, Lick, Dunk
1.5.6
11
✅
Minor graphical glitches
OsmAnd~
3.9.10
11
✅
Oss (Norway)
2.9.2
12
❌
Crashes on startup. The error log shows java.lang.UnsatisfiedLinkError: couldn't find DSO to load: libhermes.so
Oto Music
3.0.2
11
✅
Requires app restart to refresh list
OTT Navigator
1.6.7.7
❌
Crashes on video playback
OurGroceries
4.0.10
11
✅
Premium keys require Google Play Store
Outlook
4.2138.0
11
⚠️
Cannot activate device administrator with Outlook, which prevents activation.
Package Manager
v7.0
13,12
✅
Recommeded with use of Shizuku for multi-app installation
PalawanPay
1.0.400396
13
✅
The app works but WSA’s developer options should be disabled prior to opening the app as the app will lock you out if it detects it was turned on
Phigros
11
✅
Philips Hue
4.29.0
12
✅
Pixel People
4.7
11
✅
Changing window size breaks the game. Runs at low FPS but is still playable.
Playstation App
21.11.2
11
⚠️
Runs very slow and takes some time to connect to voice chat, beside that it works
Plex
8.26.2.29389
11
✅
Plex Dash
1.1.1
11
❌
App crashes after splash screen
Plexamp
3.8.2
11
⚠️
Layout and app orientation issues
Pocket
7.56.0.0
11
⚠️
Unable to log in with a Firefox account, instant (push) syncing is unavailable
Polar Flow
6.12.0
12
✅
Not able to sync via Bluetooth since WSA doesn’t support it.
Syncing via web and interaction is otherwise fine.
PornHub
11
✅
Posten (Norway)
5.16.4
12
❌
If installed through the APKPure app, it crashes after the splash screen. If trying to install a locally downloaded XAPK over ADB that simply had its file extension changed to .apk, the error message Failure [INSTALL_PARSE_FAILED_UNEXPECTED_EXCEPTION: Failed to parse /data/app/vmdl1025447652.tmp/base.apk: AndroidManifest.xml] shows up.
PostNord
8.22.2
12
⚠️
On the «Verify mobile number» page, keyboard key presses are not recognised, making it impossible to verify phone numbers.
PowerPoint
16.0.14527.20162
11
✅
Might require GMS / MicroG
Prep Ladder
2.0.79-p
11
⚠️
Video pane opens but no audio or video and time keeps on going
Pydroid
5.00_x86_64
11
✅
Q-Dance
8.0.7
11
❌
App crashes
QooApp
8.3.35
13, 11
✅
QooApp Servant may not work due to WSA’s windowed nature
QR & Barcode Scanner (F-droid)
1.10
13
⚠️
Errors out with a Unable to access camera even using a built-in laptop camera
You can still generate QR codes for URLs and other stuff
QR Scanner (F-droid)
4.5.8
13
✅
Does not work with a virtual camera
It can scan and generate QR codes
QPython 3L
3.0.0
11
✅
QQ
8.9.28
13, 12
❌
App crashes
QuickNovel
3.1.4
13
✅
11
✅
Relay
10.0.378
11
✅
Remini — AI Photo Enhancer
11
⚠️
Oops! Something went wrong Your image didn’t save. Please try again.
Remote Desktop (Microsoft)
10.0.12.1148
11
✅
ReVanced Manager
1.9.5
13
✅
Rider
1.59
11
✅
Robinhood — Food & Booking
2.2.2
12
⚠️
App having trouble loading content. Maps & Location picker don’t work (Requires GMS).
You can log in only on one device at the same time. Previous device will log out upon signing in on new device.
Rootless Launcher
3.9.1
11
❌
App crashes
Rootless Pixel Launcher
3.9.1
13
✅
Ruler (F-Droid)
1.1
12
❌
While the app is correctly installed, the ruler lengths are wildly off-course no matter how much in-app calibration is done.
The app also refuses to recognise values above circa 100mm for the 70mm calibration line.
Saikou β (Beta)
1.2.1.0
13, 12
✅
Some keyboard functionality is somewhat limited but usable (both media playback and manga reading)
SAI (Split APKs Installer) (Play Store)
4.5
12
✅
Used rootless method only, not yet tested for rooted WSA
SAI (Split APKs Installer) (F-Droid)
4.5
12
✅
Used rootless method only, not yet tested for rooted WSA
SATRIA
1.0.0
11
❌
Needs fingerprint reader support
SD Maid (pro)
5.2.2
11
⚠️
Unable to grant external storage privileges, can be skipped
Settings
13, API 33
13
⚠️
Setting screen lock to «Swipe», makes it impossible to use any apps without re-installing the entire Subsystem, since no method is provided on the lock screen to swipe or otherwise unlock. Adding a Google account in the Account menu doesn’t work (the settings app will quit if you just clicked back when adding a new Google account). «Backup» and «SOS Alarm» send the phone back to the main Settings menu.
Included by default in Subsystem. Accessed by creating a Windows shortcut with this path: %LOCALAPPDATA%\Microsoft\WindowsApps\MicrosoftCorporationII.WindowsSubsystemForAndroid_8wekyb3d8bbwe\WsaClient.exe /launch wsa://com.android.settings
Shazam
13.19.0-230223
13, 12
✅
Shazam on pop-up doesn’t work
Requires microphone for song identification
Shein
9.9.4
13
✅
Keep it in portrait to be usable
ShemarooMe
1.0.16 (106)
11
✅
Shizuku (Play Store)
13.5.3.r1036.fff3f87
13, 12, 11
✅
Can’t toggle wireless debugging in WSA 2207.40000.8.0 (android 12), use ADB on PC to use connect instead (even with dev options and USB debugging is on).
The service also works with root (Tested with Magisk)
Shopee (PH)
3.12.16
13, 11
✅
Google login requires GMS installed (use Email or Facebook login as alternatives). Banner information is stretched horizontally
Shosetsu
2.4.4
13, 12
✅
Keyboard navigation is unsupported when reading light novel.
Showtime
3.1.1
11
❌
App crashes when you try to login. Button clicks don’t work
SIM Toolkit (Google)
12, API 32
12
❌
Does not launch even with a shortcut.
Simple Gallery
5.3.9
11
❌
App crashes when you try to view a photo
Sky Map
1.10.0 — RC3
11
🆖
Complains about missing accelerometer controls, requires GMS
Skype
8.91.0.406
12
✅
SkySafari
6.8.6.15
11
🆖
Failed license check on startup, appears to require GMS
Slack
21.11.20.0-B
11
✅
Smart
3.3.4
13
✅
Tested on WSA with GMS installed. The app works fine and all navigation options can be navigated.
Smart Launcher
5.5 Build 052
11
✅
Smart Life
3.32.5
11
❌
The app is producing constant flashes between light and dark mode, and the UI element of agreement pop-up is moving on screen so it can’t be accepted
Smash Hit
1.4.3
13
✅
Snapchat
11
⚠️
Camera view is flipped
GMS warnings might appear but these can be safely ignored
Solid Explorer File Manager
2.8.28b
12
✅
SoundHound
10.1.2
12
✅
Ensure in Windows’ audio settings that the microphone has a high enough sound level
Speedtest by Ookla
4.8.0 (177906)
12
✅
VPN workaround is needed after installation to allow the app to create VPN connections.
Spotify
8.7.30.1221
12, 11
✅
Spotify Lite
1.9.0.2883
11
✅
Squircle IDE
v2022.1.2
12, 11
✅
Steam
2.3.13
11
✅
Steam Chat
1.0
11
✅
Steam Link
1.1.81
11
❌
App crashes
Stocard
10.12.1
12
✅
To log in to an earlier Stocard account that is set to use Google login, it needs to be transitioned from a Google-based account to an E-mail-based account, which has to be done on a phone.
SwiFTP FTP Server (Free) (F-Droid)
3.1 — 30100
13, 12, 11
✅
A network connection is required for the FTP service to initialize. Does not work with Local network access turned on in WSA Settings
SwiFTP Server
1.24
11
✅
Symbolab
9.3.0
11
✅
Keyboard not working, in-app keyboard is available though
Sync for Reddit Pro
20.0.3
11
✅
Tachiyomi (Preview)
0.15.3-6421
13, 12, 11
✅
Notifications like «Large updates harm sources…» cut off. Sometimes, «Updating Library» progress bar doesn’t show, requires to clear the Tachiyomi notification.
Some of the notifications will be missing due to the Windows Action Center limit of 20.
Tachiyomi (Stable)
0.15.3
13, 12, 11
✅
Notifications like «Large updates harm sources…» cut off. Sometimes, «Updating Library» progress bar doesn’t show, requires to clear the Tachiyomi notification.
Hovering the mouse pointer, highlights the input element. Some of the notifications will be missing due to the Windows Action Center limit of 20.
TachiyomiAZ
8.8.0-AZ
13, 12, 11
✅
TachiyomiJ2K/TachiJ2K
1.7.4
13, 12, 11
✅
Parsing links (from a browser) causes to open the Tachiyomi extension window or app picker dialog instead of opening TachiJ2K itself when you have multiple Tachiyomi forks are installed.
TachiyomiSY
1.10.2
13, 12, 11
✅
Tap Tap
3.1.1
12, 11
✅
Sometimes freeze if you brute force the app, fixed by restarting the app
TeamViewer
15.22.136
11
✅
Telegram
8.1.2
11
✅
Televizo
1.9.0.1
11
❌
Crashes on video playback
Terminal Emulator for Android
1.0.70-rebuild
12
✅
A warning shows up about the app being designed for older Android versions, but can be dismissed
Termux (F-droid)
0.118.0
13, 12, 11
✅
Tesla
4.6.1
11
⚠️
Vehicle graphics and maps do not load, cannot enable phone key.
Internet-based vehicle controls, charge stats, services are functional.
TATS Dijital Kitap Uygulaması
13
✅
Sometimes scaling issues can occur, can be fixed by changing window size
The Globe and Mail
6.2.0 (100)
11
✅
TIDAL
2.49.0
11
✅
TikTok (China)
18.1.0
11
⚠️
App crashes on first startup and you might face hiccups logging in
TikTok (Global)
25.0.3
12, 11
✅
TikTok (TV Version)
1.6.0
11
❌
App crashes
TikTok Lite
21.7.1
11
❌
App crashes
Tivimate
4.4.0
11
✅
Compatibility Options -> Force App to be non-resizeable ; Disable smooth resize ; Keyboard Compatibility ; ForceFullScreen [F11] Note: Version 4.5. And above force crashes, the latest working version remains 4.4.0
TP-Link Tapo
2.4.25
11
✅
Trello
2021.14.1.16332-production
11
⚠️
Login needs web browser installed in WSA, using Windows’ default browser will not work
Trust: Crypto & Bitcoin Wallet
6.57.1
12
✅
For login, you have to go to Android settings => System => Date & Time and toggle the «Set Time Automatically» option. you can access it by this command .\adb.exe shell «am start -n com.android.settings/.Settings»
Tune In Pro
28.7 (267721)
11
✅
Twitter
9.16.1-release.00
11
✅
Optionally requires GMS
Twitter Lite
3.1.1
12
✅
UC Browser
13.0.0.1288 (x86)
11
✅
Avoid updating the app
Uptodown App Store
4.35
11
⚠️
Keeps «analyzing device» on app details page, thus it’s unable to download APKs.
Vanced Manager
2.6.2 (Crimson)
11
✅
Vanced MicroG
0.2.22.212658
11
⚠️
microG Google sign-in method does not work, hence use Huawei sign-in method to sign in to Google account
Via Browser
4.3.1
11
✅
Viaplay
5.48
12
✅
Episode playback of at least Nella the Princess Knight works correctly, as does the phone-app-exclusive download functionality.
Vidio
5.64.5-f0aa483a3d
11
🆖
Might require GMS for login
Vipps
2.142.0
12
❌
Shows an error message about requiring «Google Services», even if both Google Play Services and Google Services Framework APKs are installed
Vivaldi Browser
4.3.2439.61
11
✅
VK
6.58
11
✅
VLC
3.5.3
12, 11
✅
Keyboard supported in media player
VNeID
2.1.0
13
❌
According to Google Play Store, the app is incompatible. Indeed, after attempting to sideload the APK, it shows a blank screen on launch and constant notifications saying «Your device has been compromised»
Voice Recorder
55.1
12
✅
com.media.bestrecorder.audiorecorder
VSCO
264
11
⚠️
Cannot sign in
Warden
1.0.3.release
11
⚠️
App screen flashes otherwise functionality-wise its normal
Wealthsimple Trade
2.27.1 (2195)
11
✅
WeChat
8.0.32
13, 12
✅
WhatsApp
2.21.20.20
11
⚠️
WhatsApp cloud chat backups will not work, app was tested with microG installed
Windscribe
3.74.1243
13
✅
VPN workaround is needed after installation to allow the app to create VPN connections.
Word
16.0.14430.20246
11
✅
Might require microG
Wulkanowy (F-Droid)
1.4.3
11
✅
Wulkanowy (Play Store)
1.4.3
11
🆖
Wyze
2.30.0
11
✅
Xbox Game Pass (Beta)
2212.51
12
✅
Everything works in this app, tested Cloud Gaming on Windows 11 build 25236 and WSA 2209.400. connected my Xbox Series X controller to PC and the app worked perfectly with it.
Xbox Game Pass
2211.42
12
✅
Everything works in this app, tested Cloud Gaming on Windows 11 build 25236 and WSA 2209.400. connected my Xbox Series X controller to PC and the app worked perfectly with it.
Xbox Family Settings
20221104
12
✅
Xbox Beta
2211.2.7
12
✅
Xbox
2211.1.4
12
✅
XBrowser
3.7.7
11
✅
xManager
3.3
11
✅
X-plore File Manager
4.27.10
11
✅
Yahoo! Fantasy Sports
10.31.0
11
❌
App crashes on launch
Yandex.Maps
10.6.0
11
⚠️
Map doesn’t work
Ymusic
3.7.2
11
✅
Yodayo
1.4.2
13
✅
Requires GMS only when logging in using Google account. You can try logging in with e-mail instead.
Yokai
1.7.12
13
✅
YouTube (Google)
16.40.35
11
🆖
Requires GMS
YouTube Music (Google)
5.07.50
11
🆖
Requires GMS
YouTube Music Vanced
43.9.50
11
✅
YouTube Music ReVanced
6.19.51
13
✅
Used the x86-64 version as base
Youtube Vanced
16.29.39
11
⚠️
Picture-in-picture doesn’t work & Can’t join channel membership
ZArchiver
0.9.5.8 (9596)
11
✅
Zenly (w/o GMS)
4.55.2
11
⚠️
App crashes after login, but background location works
Zoom
5.8.3.2634
11
⚠️
Camera severely glitched, share screen doesn’t work due to WSA’s windowed nature.
Æ
2.0.7
12
✅
Adding debit cards requires Vipps, an app that is shown above in this list as not working.
哔哩哔哩 (Bilibili)
11
✅
酷安 (CoolApk)
11.4.3
11
⚠️
Unable to sign in using third-party apps
创建快捷方式 (Create Shortcut)
1.17
11
✅
Can be used to access any app
মুনাজাতে মাকবূল ও মাসনূন দু’আ — Munajate Makbul
1.0
11
✅
九黎
1.3.5.01
11
❌
App crashes
米游社 (miHoYo Chinese Community)
2.14.1
11
⚠️
The app might lag when inserting a photo into a new post
СберБанк (SberBank)
12.9.0
11
✅
Тинькофф (Tinkoff Bank)
5.20.0
11
✅
(腾讯会议国际版) VooV
2.12.5.504
11
✅
微博 (Weibo)
11.10.1
11
⚠️
Cannot sign in using password, shows limit reached for verification codes
微博国际版 (Weibo International)
3.9.8
11
⚠️
Cannot sign in
微博极速版 (Weibo Fast)
10.9.2 (4620)
11
⚠️
Cannot sign in
文件管理器+
2.7.1
11
✅
超星学习通
4.6.1
11
✅
超星学习通
5.0.3
11
❌
Crashes on startup
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Привет! Возможно, есть те, кто знают про Windows Subsystem for Android, который позволяет запускать Android приложения на Windows 11. Мало того, что его нельзя так просто установить на Windows 10, так ещё и там отсутствуют Google Play сервисы! Конечно же, пользователи обошли эти ограничения. И давайте всё это дело сейчас установим.
Но перед установкой нужно проверить системные требования:
Требования
- Сборка Windows 11 как минимум 22000.526 или сборка Windows 10 как минимум 20H1 10.0.19041.264 (чтобы узнать, нажмите Win + R -> winver)
- Минимум 8 ГБ ОЗУ
А ещё нужно обязательно включить некоторые компоненты Windows. Для этого нажимаем Win + R -> OptionalFeatures.exe.
Включаем Платформа виртуальной машины, Платформа низкоуровневой оболочки Windows, Подсистема Windows для Linux
Нажимаем ОК, перезагружаем ПК после установки.
Теперь можно скачивать и устанавливать Подисистему Windows для Android!
(в сборки встроены Google сервисы, удалён Amazon Store)
Для Windows 10https://github.com/MustardChef/WSABuilds/releases/download/Windows_10_2307.40000.6.0/WSA_2307.40000.6.0_x64_Release-Nightly-MindTheGapps-13.0-RemovedAmazon_Windows_10.7zДля Windows 11https://github.com/MustardChef/WSABuilds/releases/download/Windows_11_2307.40000.6.0/WSA_2307.40000.6.0_x64_Release-Nightly-MindTheGapps-13.0-RemovedAmazon.7z
Нужно распаковать архив, рекомендую поместить файлы куда-нибудь в Program Files, чтобы они не мешались.
Получится C:\Program Files\WSA
Откройте PowerShell, введите команду Set-ExecutionPolicy -Scope CurrentUser -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -Force;
Это нужно, чтобы разрешить запуск ps1 файлов. Затем нажмите правой кнопкой на Install.ps1 ->Выполнить с помощью PowerShell
Просто ждём, когда все установится.
Когда появится такое окно, и в командной строке будет написано All Done, значит установка завершена!
Здесь просто нажимаем продолжить, затем ожидаем первый запуск подсистемы.
В Пуске появятся Параметры подсистемы…, Google Play и Google. Запускаем их и радуемся! 
При первом входе в Google аккаунт приложение может вылетать, просто перезапускаем. Остальные приложения работают отлично! Я протестировал: Total Commander, Photomath, VK X, Google, Мой Tele2, Google Authenticator
Как теперь устанавливать приложения?
Из Play Маркета и так понятно, а вот насчёт APK… Есть программа, которая ассоциирует APK файлы с командами adb для быстрой установки их в Подсистему.
https://github.com/TCNOco/TcNo-WSA-SimpleSideload/releases/download/2021-12-07/SimpleSideload.exe
1) Запускаем
2) Нажимаем Y, затем Enter
3) Открываем Параметры Подсистемы, переходим во вкладку Разработчик, включаем Режим разработчика
4) Открываем командную строку, пишем команду %appdata%\platform-tools\adb.exe connect 127.0.0.1:58526
Где 127.0.0.1:58526 — адрес, который указан в параметрах, он у вас может отличаться
5) Всё готово, просто открываем APK файл из проводника и он будет установлен, появится в Пуске для запуска!
Программы в Пуске
4 и 5 пункты нужно будет повторять каждый раз после перезапуска ПК, остальные нужно выполнить только один раз.
На этом все! Удачи!
Статья написана 21 мая 2023
If you want to try the Windows Subsystem for Android, then this guide will explain everything that you should know about it and how to download Windows Subsystem for Android on Windows 10/11 with ease.
In the same way that Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL), which was first launched by Microsoft in 2016, operates, Windows Subsystem for Android does as well. WSL and WSA both make use of virtualization in order to install and execute applications.
Hence, at least for the time being, the days of having to install an emulator on your personal computer in order to play Android games or run different apps are over. Windows 11, the most recent version of Microsoft’s operating system, comes pre-installed with WSA.
Unless you are located in the incorrect country, you may install Android applications onto your personal computer with the same ease as if it were a brand-new Chromebook by using a first-party program called WSA. There is, however, a creative method to install Android applications on any Windows 11 computer, and we will demonstrate how to do so in the sections that follow.
Here, we will explain how to download Windows Subsystem for Android on Windows 10/11 and then use it for your benefit.
However, you can’t just download the tool and use it. First, you need to ensure a few prerequisites.
Will the WSA Run on my PC?
To run the Windows Subsystem for Android smoothly, it is necessary for your system to meet the following requirements:
- The Microsoft Store app must be version 22110.1402.6.0 or higher [By selecting the “Get updates” button located in the Library tab of the app (located in the bottom-left corner), you will be able to check the version of the Store app.]
- Processor: Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8C or better, AMD’s Ryzen 3000 or better, Intel Core’s i3 8th Generation or better.
- Installed Amazon Appstore
- RAM (Random Access Memory): 8 Gigabytes or Higher
- ROM (Read Only Memory): Solid-state drive (SSD)
If your system meets all these requirements, then it may be able to support and run WSA. However, there is another thing that you need to do before proceeding with the Windows Subsystem for Android download procedure.
Virtual Machine Platform Should Be Enabled:
Before you proceed with the Windows Subsystem for Android Windows 11 download part, you need to start the Virtual Machine Platform. However, it is further necessary for the computer to enable virtualization on the UEFI firmware before the platform can be activated.
If this function is not activated on your computer, you need to contact the manufacturer of your device to get the information necessary to do this process. Nevertheless, the following actions need to be taken in order to activate VPN on Windows 11:
- In Windows 11, open the Start menu.
- To access the application, search for Turn Windows features on or off and then click the first result that appears.
- Verify that the Virtual Machine Platform option is checked or marked.
- Hit the button labeled OK“
- Allow the computer to restart.
You will be able to proceed with the procedures to install WSA after you have finished the tasks at this point. So, let’s have a look at the procedure to download Windows Subsystem for Android on Windows 10/11.
Also know: How to Install and Run Android Apps on Windows 11
Detailed Procedure for Windows Subsystem for Android Download:
Once you have ensured that the system meets the set requirements and the Virtual Machine Platform is enabled, you can proceed to download Windows Subsystem for Android on Windows 11/10. For the same, follow the steps provided below:
- Visit the website at https://store.rg-adguard.net/.
- Choose the ProductID option from the first selection that drops down.
- In the box that is next to it, type in 9p3395vx91nr.
- From the drop-down menu that is located next to it, choose Slow.
- After that, click on the check mark symbol.
- Now, as a consequence, a list of files will be shown. It is necessary for you to locate the below-stated file inside the provided list.
MicrosoftCorporationII.WindowsSubsystemForAndroid_.msixbundle
- The current version number will be substituted for the in the list and will be replaced. As this is being written, the file size is around 1.2 gigabytes.
- You may save the link as… by right-clicking on this file and selecting it from the context menu.
- At this point, save the file and make a note of its location. A download of the file will be made to that particular place.
- You should click the icon that looks like an upward arrow and then click the keep button if you encounter a warning that the file cannot be downloaded in a safe manner. Following that, the download will begin.
- Once the download is complete, go to the place where it is stored, right-click on it, and choose Copy as a path from the menu that appears.
- You can find Powershell by searching for it in the Start menu and then selecting Run as Administrator.
- Enter the command Add-AppxPackage into the PowerShell window, and then press the Ctrl and V keys simultaneously to paste the path that you copied. The Powershell window ought to have a similar appearance. After that, hit the Enter key. It is time to begin the installation.
- Following the completion of the installation, you will be able to exit the PowerShell window, and the WSA Setting will be shown on the Start Menu.
- When the WSA Setting is being executed, a window will display. There, choose the icon that is located on the far left side of the Files box and click on it. When you do this, the WSA will begin to run, and the File Manager app will launch on your Android device.
That’s it, now WSA has been installed on your device.
Also know: Best Debugging Tools for Windows
Summing Up: Windows Subsystem for Android
All of us, at some point in life, like to play Android games on Windows or run some Android apps on our PC. Thankfully, the developers at Microsoft understood this requirement of users and thus came up with the WSA. This tool will allow you to run any Android app or game with ease on your Windows PC/laptop.
Above, we had a look at the procedure to download Windows Subsystem for Android on Windows 10/11. Once you execute the procedure, you will be able to make the most out of your Windows 11 device. If you have any problem or need any help, ask your queries in the comments section below.