How To Donwload and Install Android Studio
How To Donwload and Install Android Studio
Android Studio is the official integrated development environment (IDE) for Android app
development, built and distributed by Google. An IDE contains tools that enable software
developers to design, build, run, and test software, in this case, apps for the Android platform.
Android Studio uses IntelliJ IDEA as its foundation and includes the Android plugin pre-installed
along with some modifications specifically for the Android platform.
Prerequisites
• Intermediate computer skills, familiarity with files and folders, and using apps, such as
a spreadsheet, word processor, or photo editor.
• Ability to download, install, and update software.
1. Open Settings.
Tip: You can use the search tool next to the Start button at the bottom of your
screen to locate it.
2. Click System.
3. At the bottom of the left-hand navigation pane, click About.
4. Make sure that the Windows specifications meet or exceed the requirements.
5. Select Device specifications. Make sure that the Installed RAM is at least as much as is
required and that the system type is the 64-bit version of the operating system.
6. In the navigation pane, click Display. Make sure that the Resolution is the same or
better than what's required.
Verify storage
1. Open the file explorer.
2. In the left-hand navigation pane, click This PC.
3. Ensure that the local storage has enough free space to install Android Studio.
This is the Android Developers website, where you can download Android Studio. This page
automatically detects your operating system.
2. Click Download Android Studio. The Terms and Conditions page with the Android
Studio License Agreement opens.
3. Read the License Agreement.
4. At the bottom of the page, if you agree with the terms and conditions, select the I
have read and agree with the above terms and conditions checkbox.
5. Click Download Android Studio to start the download.
6. When prompted, save the file to a location where you can easily locate it, such as
the Downloads folder.
7. Wait for the download to complete. This may take a while and may be a good
moment to enjoy some tea!
7. Choose your preference of light or dark theme when Android Studio first launches.
Screenshots in this course use the light theme, but choose whichever one you prefer.
8. During the installation, the setup wizard downloads and installs additional components
and tools needed for Android app development. This may take some time depending
on your internet speed. During this time, you may see a User Account Control dialog
for Windows Command Processor. Click Yes to accept the dialog.
9. You may also receive a Windows Security Alert about adb.exe. Click Allow Access, if
needed, to continue the installation.
The Welcome to Android Studio window displays and you're ready to start creating apps!