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# [Why your Android app links open in the browser instead of your app, and the file that fixes it](https://theionproject.hashnode.dev/why-your-android-app-links-open-in-the-browser-instead-of-your-app-and-the-file-that-fixes-it?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Updated and expanded version: https://theionproject.com/blog/android-app-links-open-in-browser-assetlinks/ You set up deep links so that a link to your content opens inside your app. You test it, tap

Jun 6 · 3 min read · theionproject.hashnode.dev  
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