Download Android Studio and SDK tools

Android Studio is the official integrated development environment (IDE) for Android app development. It provides a comprehensive set of tools to build, test, and debug Android applications. In this article, we will guide you on how to download Android Studio and SDK tools and get started with Android app development.

Step 1: Download Android Studio

To download Android Studio, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the official Android Studio website at [

  2. Click on the "Download Android Studio" button.

  3. Choose the version compatible with your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).

  4. Once the download is complete, run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install Android Studio on your computer.

Step 2: Install SDK Tools

After installing Android Studio, you need to install the Android SDK (Software Development Kit) tools. These tools include the necessary libraries, documentation, and emulator images to develop Android apps.

To install the SDK tools, follow these steps:

  1. Open Android Studio.

  2. Click on the "SDK Manager" icon in the toolbar or go to "File" -> "Settings" -> "Appearance & Behavior" -> "System Settings" -> "Android SDK".

  3. In the "SDK Platforms" tab, select the Android versions you want to target. It is recommended to install the latest stable version and also consider the minimum API level required by your app.

  4. In the "SDK Tools" tab, select the tools you want to install. It is recommended to install the "Android SDK Platform-Tools" and "Android SDK Build-Tools".

  5. Click on the "Apply" or "OK" button to start the installation.

Step 3: Configure SDK Path

Once the SDK tools are installed, you need to configure the SDK path in Android Studio. This allows Android Studio to find the necessary SDK files for building and running your app.

To configure the SDK path, follow these steps:

  1. Open Android Studio.

  2. Go to "File" -> "Project Structure".

  3. In the "Project Structure" dialog, select "SDK Location" on the left panel.

  4. In the "Android SDK location" field, browse and select the directory where you installed the Android SDK.

  5. Click on the "Apply" or "OK" button to save the changes.

Now you have successfully downloaded Android Studio and installed the SDK tools. You are ready to start developing Android apps!

Code Example

Here is a simple example of a "Hello World" app in Android Studio:

public class MainActivity extends AppCompatActivity {
    @Override
    protected void onCreate(Bundle savedInstanceState) {
        super.onCreate(savedInstanceState);
        setContentView(R.layout.activity_main);

        TextView textView = findViewById(R.id.textView);
        textView.setText("Hello World!");
    }
}

In this example, we create a new activity called MainActivity and set its content view to activity_main.xml. We then find the TextView with the id textView and set its text to "Hello World!".

Journey

journey
    title Download Android Studio and SDK tools
    section Step 1: Download Android Studio
    Download Android Studio -> Install Android Studio
    section Step 2: Install SDK Tools
    Open Android Studio -> Open SDK Manager -> Select SDK Platforms and Tools -> Apply/OK
    section Step 3: Configure SDK Path
    Open Android Studio -> Open Project Structure -> Select SDK Location -> Apply/OK

In conclusion, downloading Android Studio and SDK tools is the first step to start Android app development. By following the steps mentioned in this article, you can easily download and install Android Studio, configure the SDK tools, and begin building your own Android apps. Good luck with your Android development journey!