How to Build a Signed Bundle (AAB)?

Question

I'm trying (unsuccessfully) to build an AAB for my app, which apparently is now required to publish in PlayStore. Using AndroidStudio V3.5.3, if I select "Build->GenerateSignedBundle/APK" and supply the signing info req'd, nothing happens: no processing, no output produced.

"Build->BuildBundle(s)/APK(s)" works, but the output is unsigned.
"Run->Run app" and "Run->Debug app" work, but same as above.

What am I missing?

I've read all the doc I can find but nothing helpful.

Answer 1

Okay I just got this and think I should be able to help. I got the exact same behavior, and it turns out that the issue was Android Studio incorrectly saved my keystore and key passwords. When I deleted the autofill and typed them in correctly, it finally worked.

Not sure why they would have the "Remember Passwords" feature if it doesn't work, and not sure why it fails silently like that. Hope this helps anyone going forward.

Answer 2

App bundles are an optional way to publish your app not mandatory. You can generate your signed bundle/APK from Android Studio > Build > Generate Signed Bundle / APK and follow the process...

Answer 3

Easy way to do this issue, please follow my Steps.
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Answer 4

Simply, from Android Studio, go to:

1. Build menu > Generate Signed Bundle / APK
2. Choose Android App Bundle (just like the attached screenshot)
3. Next

More information from here.

Good luck