Expansion files in the new Google Play developer console

Question

I am trying to upload my app to Google Play using the developer console. As of a week or so ago they have made it so that each app has a unique key string. You have to use t

Answer 1

This is a known issue of the Google developer console.

You can't add the expansion file to your first APK.
So if you are uploading for the first time, you will need to generate a second APK with a higher versionCode and upload it again. Only then, you will have the option to add your expansion file in the developer console.

From Google documentation:

Note: If you’re uploading a new app, expansion files can’t be added to the first APK file that you upload.

Answer 2

It is possible to add the expansion pack (the obb file) in the new Google Play.

When you select an application, you need to switch to "Advanced Mode". Once you've uploaded your apk file, an additional field "Expansion File" will become visible. There you have to upload your obb file. (See Screenshot)

Answer 3

New Developer Console preview

"The following features are not yet supported in the new Developer Console. If you need to use these features, you can click “switch back” at any time to use the old Developer Console.

• •APK Expansion Files
• •Multiple APK support
• •Announcements
• •IE9 support
• •Partner channel

We’re working on adding these features and many more, so stay tuned!"

Answer 4

2018 Answer: The upload dialog for your obb file is hidden on the + sign right to your apk.

Answer 5

On the new google play console its quite simple.

After uploading your apk it will appear under the upload section as such:

Off to your right you should see the classic three dots which will bring up this window:

Click on "Upload expansion file (.obb)" and there you go

Answer 6

You can now upload an expansion file in the new console, you just have to add an initial dummy .apk. In subsequent uploads, it will let you set the expansion file. You don't have to leave the new view at all. Hope that helps