APK to JAR (and DEX to JAR) — How to Convert and Read Android Code

Convert an APK or DEX file to a JAR with dex2jar, then read the Java source online — plus what the conversion does and its limits.

What "APK to JAR" Actually Means

Step 1: Convert with dex2jar (Online Alternative First)

Step 2: Read the Code Online

Extract classes.dex Manually (Optional)

Limits and Gotchas

Summary