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The document is an answer guide for Android application development, covering features of the Android OS, installation tools, and layout components. It includes information on the Android ecosystem, system architecture, and development processes. Key topics include Android SDK, emulators, views, and application components, along with practical steps for creating applications.

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Android Development Complete Answers

The document is an answer guide for Android application development, covering features of the Android OS, installation tools, and layout components. It includes information on the Android ecosystem, system architecture, and development processes. Key topics include Android SDK, emulators, views, and application components, along with practical steps for creating applications.

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Android Application Development - Answer Guide

Unit 1: Android and its Tools

Q: List features of Android Operating System.


A: - Open-source
- Multi-tasking
- Rich UI
- Large developer community
- Support for multiple screen sizes

Q: List all versions of Android OS.


A: Cupcake (1.5), Donut (1.6), Éclair (2.0-2.1), Froyo (2.2), Gingerbread (2.3), Honeycomb (3.0-3.2),
Ice Cream Sandwich (4.0), Jelly Bean (4.1-4.3), KitKat (4.4), Lollipop (5.0-5.1), Marshmallow (6.0),
Nougat (7.0-7.1), Oreo (8.0-8.1), Pie (9), Android 10, 11, 12, 13, 14

Q: Define OHA and state its goal.


A: OHA (Open Handset Alliance) is led by Google to develop open standards for mobile devices. Its
goal is to improve the Android ecosystem.

Q: List all tools and software required for developing an Android application.
A: - Android Studio
- Java Development Kit (JDK)
- Android SDK
- Gradle
- Emulator
- Debugging tools

Q: Explain the need for Android OS.


A: - Provides a user-friendly interface
- Supports multitasking
- Large app ecosystem
- Open-source flexibility

Q: Describe Android Ecosystem.


A: Android Ecosystem consists of the Android OS, applications, Play Store, development tools, and
third-party integrations.

Q: Describe the features of the Android Operating System.


A: - Multi-tasking support
- Open-source framework
- Large developer community
- High security and customization

Q: Describe the Android System Architecture with a diagram.


A: Android System Architecture consists of:
- **Linux Kernel** (Hardware abstraction, Drivers)
- **Libraries** (Media, Graphics, SQLite, WebKit)
- **Android Runtime** (DVM, Core Libraries)
- **Application Framework** (Activity Manager, Content Providers, Notification Manager)
- **Applications** (System and User Apps)

Unit 2: Installation and Configuration of Android

Q: What is the role of Android Virtual Device (AVD)?


A: AVD allows developers to test Android apps on a virtual device before deploying them on real
hardware.

Q: What is an Android Emulator?


A: An Android Emulator is software that mimics an Android device for app testing.

Q: What is the difference between Android SDK and Platform Tools?


A: - SDK: A collection of tools for development.
- Platform Tools: Includes debugging and management tools like ADB and Fastboot.

Q: List Android SDK Tools.


A: - ADB (Android Debug Bridge)
- Fastboot
- Emulator
- SDK Manager
- Hierarchy Viewer
- Lint

Q: Describe the process to create an Android Emulator with AVD Manager.


A: 1. Open Android Studio
2. Open AVD Manager
3. Click 'Create Virtual Device'
4. Select device type
5. Choose system image
6. Configure properties
7. Click 'Finish' and start the emulator

Q: Differentiate between JVM and DVM.


A: - JVM runs Java applications on computers.
- DVM (Dalvik Virtual Machine) is optimized for Android and executes DEX files.

Q: Explain ADT Plugins in detail.


A: ADT (Android Development Tools) was a plugin for Eclipse IDE that provided tools for Android
development, such as UI design, debugging, and compiling.

Q: Explain Android SDK Tools.


A: - SDK Manager: Manages SDK versions
- ADB: Debugging tool
- Emulator: Runs Android apps virtually
- Fastboot: Allows flashing firmware

Q: Define Dalvik Virtual Machine with a diagram.


A: DVM executes Android applications efficiently using low memory and optimized performance. It
converts Java bytecode into Dalvik bytecode (DEX format).

Q: Steps to install and configure Android Studio.


A: 1. Download Android Studio from the official website
2. Install JDK if not installed
3. Run the Android Studio installer
4. Configure SDK path, Emulator, and project settings
5. Start a new project

Unit 3: Android and its Layouts

Q: List different types of views and ViewGroups.


A: - Views: TextView, ImageView, Button, EditText
- ViewGroups: LinearLayout, RelativeLayout, ConstraintLayout, TableLayout

Q: Write steps to develop an Android application.


A: 1. Install Android Studio
2. Create a new project
3. Design UI using XML
4. Write Java/Kotlin code
5. Test the app
6. Debug and publish
Q: List any four attributes of CheckBox.
A: - android:text
- android:checked
- android:textColor
- android:onClick

Q: List four attributes of ViewGroup.


A: - android:layout_width
- android:layout_height
- android:gravity
- android:orientation

Q: Draw the hierarchical directory structure of an Android application.


A: - manifest/
- java/
- res/
- assets/
- Gradle files

Q: Write the directory path where images are stored while developing an Android application.
A: - res/drawable/

Q: Explain four Components of Android Application.


A: - Activities: Handles UI interactions
- Services: Runs background tasks
- Broadcast Receivers: Listens for system-wide events
- Content Providers: Shares data between apps

Q: Explain Relative Layout with all its attributes.


A: - Arranges views relative to each other
- android:layout_above
- android:layout_below
- android:layout_alignParentRight

Q: Explain GridView and ScrollView with an example.


A: - GridView: Displays items in a grid
- ScrollView: Allows vertical scrolling

Q: Develop an Android application using a Radio Button.


A: Use <RadioButton> inside <RadioGroup> and capture selection in Java/Kotlin code.
Q: Explain the Android directory structure.
A: - manifest/: Contains AndroidManifest.xml
- java/: App logic
- res/: UI resources
- Gradle/: Build configuration

Q: Write an XML file to create a login page using TableLayout.


A: <TableLayout>
<TableRow>
<TextView android:text='Username:' />
<EditText android:hint='Enter Username' />
</TableRow>
<TableRow>
<TextView android:text='Password:' />
<EditText android:hint='Enter Password' android:inputType='textPassword' />
</TableRow>
<TableRow>
<Button android:text='Login' />
</TableRow>
</TableLayout>

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