Do not download GApps from random forum posts or file-sharing sites. Malware-ridden “Google Installer” APKs are common traps.
The only two reputable sources for GApps (both of which support Android 7.1.2) are: gapps android 7.1.2 nougat
Most GApps providers offer multiple “variants,” ranging from pico (bare minimum) to super (everything Google has to offer). Here’s a breakdown for Android 7.1.2 Nougat: Do not download GApps from random forum posts
| Variant | Size (approx.) | Included | Best for | |---------|----------------|----------|-----------| | Pico | ~80 MB | Play Store, Play Services, Google Services Framework | Minimalists, old devices with low storage (e.g., 512MB /system partition) | | Nano | ~120 MB | Pico + FaceUnlock, Google Text-to-Speech, Digital Wellbeing (backport) | Most users: core Google services plus face unlock | | Micro | ~200 MB | Nano + Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Now Launcher | Daily drivers wanting a few extras | | Mini | ~300 MB | Micro + Chrome, Maps, Drive, YouTube, Photos | Users who replace many AOSP apps with Google’s | | Full | ~450 MB | Mini + Google Keep, Google News, Google Play Books, etc. | Google ecosystem fans | | Stock | ~600 MB | Full + Pixel Launcher, Google Camera, Dialer, Contacts, Messages (replaces AOSP) | Those who want a Pixel-like experience on Nougat | | Super | ~850 MB+ | Stock + Google VR, Android Auto, Google Fit, Google Earth, etc. | Extreme users with large /system partitions | If using UnifiedNLP or microG (Google-free alternatives), do