1. 2. Download and install Java Development Kit (JDK) Download and unzip Eclipse IDE - go to http://www.eclipse.org/downloads/. - Download either Eclipse IDE for Java EE Developers or Eclipse IDE for Java Developers. Download and unzip Android SDK - go to http://developer.android.com/index.html - Select SDK tab, download SDK of your platform. Install ADT plug-in into Eclipse IDE
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Android Development Tools (ADT) is a plug-in for the Eclipse IDE that is designed to give you a powerful, integrated environment in which to build Android applications. ADT extends the capabilities of Eclipse to let you quickly set up new Android projects, create an application UI, add components based on the Android Framework API, debug your applications using the Android SDK tools, and even export signed (or unsigned) APKs in order to distribute your application. Developing in Eclipse with ADT is highly recommended and is the fastest way to get started. With the guided project setup it provides, as well as tools integration, custom XML editors, and debug output pane, ADT gives you an incredible boost in developing Android applications.
4.1 Start Eclipse IDE.
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You might see Workspace Launcher/Select a workspace dialog box as shown below. For the Workspace field, either take the given directory or choose a different directory. The Workspace is the directory where Eclipse maintains its projects. Click OK.
4.2 Add a Repository location (of the Android development tools) to the Eclipse IDE. A Repository is a where software is being maintained.
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For Name field, enter Android Plugin (or whatever name of your choice).
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For the Location field, enter https://dl-ssl.google.com/android/eclipse/. Note: If you have trouble acquiring the plug-in, you can try using "http" in the URL, instead of "https" (https is preferred for security reasons).
4.3 Download and install Android development tools (ADT plug-in) to Eclipse