How to obtain strings.xml files for different languages from an apk file (Android 8)

I’m using apktool (and other tools) with an android apk file, to try to find the strings.xml files used for different languages (inside values-** directories). However, I can’t find any languages directories (e.g. values-fr), and I know the app supports different languages. I’m using a phone with Android 8. When I use a phone with Android 4, I do find the values-** directories.

Solution

I get strings from apk via Android studio: Build -> Analyze APK -> select APK -> click on resources.arsc -> string. From table with strings you can copy to excel.