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OBB Full Form

OBB Full Form

Edited By Team Careers360 | Updated on Jan 06, 2023 10:16 AM IST

What is the full form of OBB?

OBB is an Opaque binary blob. It is data that can only be decrypted by those who have access to it. It is the term used by computer science and network engineering users. Others might see it as a junk file because they can't see the data inside it. OBB can package up large files and store them in a public SD card in a way that only the app that has decrypt permission can have access to data inside it. The MOB. and OBB tool allow you to make OBB files after building AOSP. Google developed the OBB file format.

Types Of OBB Files?

There are two types of files, shared and proprietary.

  1. Shared:- Data stored in this type of file can be used by different apps.

  2. Proprietary:- They are unique and can be used by only a single app.

How To Install?

To install the OBB file in Android, follow the given steps:

  1. Download ES file explorer.

  2. Now download your desired APK file and also the OBB file. Do not open them.

  3. Now launch the ES explorer.

  4. Now locate your APK file.

  5. Tap on the APK file to install.

  6. After installation, locate your OBB file through ES explorer.

  7. Tap on the OBB file.

  8. It will ask for an OBB zip viewer.

  9. After it's opened, click on the extract button, which is present in the top right corner.

  10. Choose the path for extracting the file.

  11. Click OK.

Now your OBB file is downloaded.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can OBB files be deleted?

Yes, they can be deleted.

2. Where is OBB stored?

OBB is stored on the internal storage. 

3. What is the maximum size of the OBB file?

It can be up to 2 GB. 

4. Give an example of shared OBB files.

Maps are standard and the best example of shared OBB files.

5. Can an APK work without an OBB file?

Some can work, but sometimes they need an OBB file.

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