Cordova: Generate a release APK file instead of an AAB file

Question

I am trying to generate a release apk file using Cordova 11 with the build.json file. Cordova generates an AAB file instead of an APK file. Here is the command I have used:

cordova build android --release

Answer 1

Finally, I have the answer! Use:

cordova build android --release -- --packageType=apk

Got this answer from a youtube user called Harag. Thank you Harag.