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Android SDK

The Android SDK provides you the API libraries and developer tools necessary to build, test, and debug apps for Android.

Version 26.1.1 · by Google

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Official site: developer.android.com

About Android SDK

The Android SDK provides you the API libraries and developer tools necessary to build, test, and debug apps for Android if you do not want to use Android Studio. It is suggested that you use Android Studio to manager the SDK versions installed.

## Post Install Steps

The Android SDK install only installs the tools and platform tools. It does not install an API SDK version. You will need to run the sdkmanager. Then select the build tools and API that you want to install.

How to install Android SDK

  1. Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
  2. Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
  3. Prefer the command line? With Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install android-sdk
  4. Open Android SDK once it finishes installing.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Android SDK free to download?

Yes. The Download button sends you to developer.android.com, the developer's official site, where Android SDK is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.

What is the latest version of Android SDK?

The version listed here is 26.1.1, published /Date(1531. The developer's site always has the newest release.

How do I install Android SDK from the command line?

With Chocolatey, run: choco install android-sdk. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.

Is Android SDK safe?

Android SDK downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.

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