Download the Android SDK

Welcome Developers! If you are new to the Android SDK, please read the steps below, for an overview of how to set up the SDK.

If you're already using the Android SDK, you should update to the latest tools or platform using the Android SDK and AVD Manager, rather than downloading a new SDK starter package. See Adding SDK Components.

Platform Package Size MD5 Checksum
Windows android-sdk_r18-windows.zip 37448775 bytes bfbfdf8b2d0fdecc2a621544d706fa98
installer_r18-windows.exe (Recommended) 37456234 bytes 48b1fe7b431afe6b9c8a992bf75dd898
Mac OS X (intel) android-sdk_r18-macosx.zip 33903758 bytes 8328e8a5531c9d6f6f1a0261cb97af36
Linux (i386) android-sdk_r18-linux.tgz 29731463 bytes 6cd716d0e04624b865ffed3c25b3485c

Here's an overview of the steps you must follow to set up the Android SDK:

  1. Prepare your development computer and ensure it meets the system requirements.
  2. Install the SDK starter package from the table above. (If you're on Windows, download the installer for help with the initial setup.)
  3. Install the ADT Plugin for Eclipse (if you'll be developing in Eclipse).
  4. Add Android platforms and other packages to your SDK.
  5. Explore the contents of the Android SDK (optional).

To get started, download the appropriate package from the table above, then read the guide to Installing the SDK.

For more information about how to set up your development environment, read the guide to Installing the SDK.