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The first step in the process of generating a signed application APK file involves changing the build variant for the project from debug to release. This is achieved using the Build Variants tool window which can be accessed from the tool window quick access menu (located in the bottom left hand corner of the Android Studio main window as shown in Figure 54-1).

[[Image:android_studio_build_variants_menu.png|Launching the Build Variants tool window in Android Studio]]

The final step in the process of bringing an Android application to market involves submitting it to the Google Play Developer Console. Once submitted, the application will be available for download from the Google Play App Store.

== Register for a Google Play Developer Console Account ==

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