Nikgapps Android 9

Installing on Android 9 (Pie) allows you to add Google services (like the Play Store and Gmail) to custom ROMs. NikGapps is often preferred for its modularity and wide range of variants Prerequisites Before you begin, ensure you have: Custom Recovery : A custom recovery like or OrangeFox installed. Unlocked Bootloader

NikGApps is a collection of Google apps, including Google Play Store, Google Services Framework, Google Play Services, and other essential apps like Google Maps, Gmail, Google Drive, and more. These apps are optimized to work on Android devices running custom ROMs or those that don't have Google apps pre-installed. nikgapps android 9

Body: Just a quick shoutout to the NikGapps team. If you're still running a legacy Android 9 Pie custom ROM (LOS 16, crDroid, etc.), don't use OpenGapps—use NikGapps. Installing on Android 9 (Pie) allows you to

NikGapps is a highly customizable Google Apps (GApps) distribution project designed for custom Android ROMs. Unlike monolithic packages, NikGapps prioritizes a modular architecture, allowing developers and enthusiasts to tailor the Google services footprint to their specific performance and storage needs on Android 9.0 devices. 2. Core Architecture and Modular Design Download the correct variant for your /system size

1. Download the correct variant for your /system size (start with Basic).
2. Always clean flash (wipe System, Data, Cache).
3. Keep the nikgapps.config on your internal storage for future flashes.
4. Bookmark the official SourceForge page for updates.

Example Configuration for Android 9:

[General]
IgnoreRomCheck=0
Recommended for Android 9 (proper functionality)
Use: NikGapps-R (for Android 9 Pie)

Architecture: arm64 or arm (matching your device)
Omni: Adds more standard Google tools on top of the Basic package.
NikGApps distinguishes itself through several unique architectural choices: