WebApp Installer

Question

Is it possible to create a kind of "installer" for a WebApp?

So instead of opening the webpage and follow the instructions, I could just send one file as attachment/download to my clients and they could automatically install the App on their mobiles?

Answer 1

When you export a Web App using in5, it creates standard HTML5 content that works great in web browsers and can also function like an app when viewed on a mobile device. However, in5 doesn't create a native mobile app installer (like an .apk or .ipa file). If you want users to install your Web App with a single tap—without visiting a website first—you'll need to wrap your in5 content using a third-party tool.
We recommend any of the following:

• PWABuilder 
  • Installable on devices: PWAs can be installed on Android and desktop (Windows/macOS) via the browser. 
  • Beginner-friendly
• Ionic Appflow
  • Built on Cordova (or Capacitor), Ionic Appflow is a more modern, cloud-based platform for building and deploying hybrid apps.
  • Beginner-friendly and great for small teams
• Apache Cordova
  • Cordova wraps your HTML5 content in a native shell and packages it as a mobile app (.ipa for iOS, .apk for Android).
  • Requires development setup but gives you full control