Android SDK is used to create android apps and execute command lines. Learn how to install Android Studio and SDK on Windows 11/10.

Updating the SDK When you install Android Studio, you’ll automatically get the latest version of the Android SDK. The SDK is constantly being updated with new features and security updates.

Android development starts with the Android SDK - a collection of tools needed to build any kind of Android app. Discover what's included and how to use it.

A quick start guide to installing the Android Software Development Kit along with your chosen development environments.

Get the emulator system images through the SDK Manager or download the Nexus device system images. Recompile your apps against Android 5.0 SDK, especially if you used any preview APIs.

Previously, you'd have to download Android Studio or the SDK to get these, which are a 400MB-1.6GB download. Even the smaller command line tools download is still 200-300MB.