Which (e.g., LineageOS, Resurrection Remix) are you installing?
: Replaces your ROM's stock apps (camera, browser, etc.) with the official Google versions found on Pixel devices. How to Install gapps android 7.1.2 nougat
Everything in Nano, plus Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Keep, and the Google Text-to-Speech engine. It also replaces stock AOSP calendar and clock apps. Which (e
Designed for modern 64-bit processors (e.g., Snapdragon 810 and newer, Helio series). It also replaces stock AOSP calendar and clock apps
A custom recovery installed (TWRP Recovery is highly recommended).
GApps packages are version-specific because Google framework binaries change with each major Android release. Since you are using Android Nougat 7.1.2, you must strictly select during the download process. Using packages meant for 7.0, 8.0, or older versions will result in immediate "Status 7" installation errors in your custom recovery. Understanding GApps Package Variants
For privacy‑conscious users, offers a free and open‑source reimplementation of Google Play Services. It does not install the full Google Apps suite but instead provides a compatibility layer that allows many Google‑dependent applications to function without proprietary Google code. Some custom ROMs for Android 7.1.2 come with microG pre‑installed.