Android Question Google Play release signing app bundle opt out/opt in?

[dxptech]

I built an app bundle from b4a and now need to release in the Play Store.
In the Google Play App Release section, I can't find a way to opt out.
How can I opt out?
Are we now forced to opt-in?
If so, why does b4a have an app bundle build function in the IDE?
What are the steps to release an App post Aug 2021?
I can't find anything to tell me how to release a b4a app to the play store.
Is it now recommended to Opt In and let Google handle the bundle?
If so, where is it recommended?
I have an App working fine in debug but now need to release it and I'm stuck.

thanks for any help.

 

[asales]

If so, why does b4a have an app bundle build function in the IDE?

It has, since 10.7 version. Your B4A is up to date?

I can't find anything to tell me how to release a b4a app to the play store.

Anything?
There are severals topics about publish apps in the forum.
Check this:

Publish New App to Google Play

1. Click on button "Create app". 2. Enter your App name. Select App or Game. 3. Scroll down. Check all the declarations. Click on button "Create app". 4. Go to Dashboard and continue set up your app. 5. Proceed with App access and other sections. Provide the required information and...

www.b4x.com

 

[mcqueccu]

1. Change your compilation mode to Release or Release Obsfucated
2. Make sure you are using a unique package name (press CTRL+B)

For New Application
3. Make sure your Keystore is using RSA Algorithm, Goto Tools->Private Sign Key to check.
If it is using a DSA Algorithm, then Create a new Keystore File

Ready to Release
4. Goto Project->Build App Bundle.
Your app bundle will be located in Objects folder of your project. Upload to playstore.

 

[dxptech]

I was using an old key from 2018. When I created a new one and compiled to Release and generated a bundle under projects, I got a bundle that I was able to drag and drop into the Uploads area in the Google Play Store.
I didn't have to Opt out, I simply dropped the B4A-generated bundle in the Upload area. I recall that I had to select Opt out a few years ago when I released an apk for a different App.

thanks