This package is a regular app – it must be flashed via a custom recovery after installing a custom ROM (LineageOS, crDroid, etc.) that lacks Google apps.
By excluding non-essential apps like YouTube, Gmail, or Maps, the Pico package allows users to maintain a lightweight system and download only the specific Google apps they need directly from the Play Store after setup. Installation Procedure
Installation Guide: open_gapps-arm-7.1-pico-20220215.zip This guide details the specifications and installation procedure for the OpenGApps Pico package designed for devices running Android 7.1 (Nougat) , specifically the build released on February 15, 2022 1. Package Specifications Architecture: ARM (32-bit) Android Version: 7.1 (Nougat) opengappsarm71pico20220215 install
Designed for 32-bit processors, common in older phones and some tablets. Version (7.1):
If you are doing a clean installation, ensure your Android 7.1 custom ROM .zip file is also ready. This package is a regular app – it
Contains only the Google system base, Play Store, and Sync frameworks. 20220215 The stable build compiled on February 15, 2022. Prerequisites Before Installation
Locate and download the exact open_gapps-arm-7.1-pico-20220215.zip package from a trusted repository or archive. 20220215 The stable build compiled on February 15, 2022
If you are a fan of custom Android ROMs like LineageOS, Resurrection Remix, or Pixel Experience, you already know the thrill of breathing new life into an older device. However, most custom ROMs come "bare-bones" without Google services due to licensing restrictions. To get the Google Play Store, synchronization services, and core frameworks back, you need to flash a Google Apps package.