Local Build ProviderInstaller Error

This error commonly occurs when building Flutter apps on Android emulators. It is related to the ProviderInstaller service and can typically be resolved through basic cleanup and Flutter version upgrades.

Prerequisites

• You are testing or running your Flutter project on an Android emulator.
• You have Flutter and Android Studio installed and configured.

1. Uninstall the App from the Emulator

   Before rebuilding your app, ensure the old installation is removed:

   1. Open the Android Emulator.

   2. Locate your app icon and uninstall it.

   3. Alternatively, run the following command from your terminal:

      adb uninstall com.yourcompany.yourapp

      Replace com.yourcompany.yourapp with your actual app ID.

2. Rebuild the App

   After uninstalling:

   Run the following command in your project directory:

    flutter clean

   flutter pub get

   flutter run

   This will remove cached data and reinstall the app on the emulator.

3. Upgrade Flutter (If Problem Persists)

   If the issue continues, upgrading Flutter may help. Run the command below to upgrade:

   flutter upgrade

   Ensure your Flutter SDK is up to date. You can verify the version with:

   flutter --version
   note

   This error is often related to Google Play Services not being properly initialized on the emulator. If you're still encountering issues, consider creating a new emulator using a system image that includes the Play Store.

Additional Resources

• Read the official Flutter Build Documentation.
• Check Android Emulator System Images.