![](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/how_tos_droid_c6d92904ea_f980e65f04_J7UYC.webp) # How-tos From quick tips to deep-dive tutorials, these step-by-step guides are designed to help you work smarter and faster. - [![View Ben Weiss's profile](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/1_1_U4_K_Lr4r_A_Kx_Pq0_Crp_L3vr_Q_a4d1920594_2fRTbq.webp)](https://developer.android.com/blog/authors/ben-weiss) 17 Nov 2025 17 Nov 2025 ![](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/performance_Week9_2c643934fa_1VESew.webp) ## [Get your app on the fast track with Android Performance Spotlight Week!](https://developer.android.com/blog/posts/get-your-app-on-the-fast-track-with-android-performance-spotlight-week) [arrow_forward](https://developer.android.com/blog/posts/get-your-app-on-the-fast-track-with-android-performance-spotlight-week) When working on new features, app performance often takes a back seat. However, while it's not always top of mind for developers, users can see exactly where your app's performance lags behind. [Ben Weiss](https://developer.android.com/blog/authors/ben-weiss) • 3 min read - [#Performance](https://developer.android.com/blog/topics/performance) - [#R8](https://developer.android.com/blog/topics/r8) - [![View Matthew Forsythe's profile](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/matthew_9c798f0c1d_1FlQLe.webp)](https://developer.android.com/blog/authors/matthew-forsythe) 12 Nov 2025 12 Nov 2025 ![](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/developer_Verification_2bb1c616ea_1NGKqg.webp) ## [Android developer verification: Early access starts now as we continue to build with your feedback](https://developer.android.com/blog/posts/android-developer-verification-early-access-starts-now-as-we-continue-to-build-with-your-feedback) [arrow_forward](https://developer.android.com/blog/posts/android-developer-verification-early-access-starts-now-as-we-continue-to-build-with-your-feedback) We recently announced new developer verification requirements, which serve as an additional layer of defense in our ongoing effort to keep Android users safe. We know that security works best when it accounts for the diverse ways people use our tools. [Matthew Forsythe](https://developer.android.com/blog/authors/matthew-forsythe) • 3 min read - [![View Paul Feng's profile](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/paul_feng_759ac95845_ZnD5Di.webp)](https://developer.android.com/blog/authors/paul-feng) 30 Oct 2025 30 Oct 2025 ![](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/platime_53a39a9cc7_2otWkD.webp) ## [New tools and programs to accelerate your success on Google Play](https://developer.android.com/blog/posts/new-tools-and-programs-to-accelerate-your-success-on-google-play) [arrow_forward](https://developer.android.com/blog/posts/new-tools-and-programs-to-accelerate-your-success-on-google-play) Last month, we shared new updates showcasing our evolving vision for Google Play: a place where people can discover the content and experiences they love and where you can build and grow sustainable businesses. Our commitment to your success is at the heart of our continued investments. [Paul Feng](https://developer.android.com/blog/authors/paul-feng) • 4 min read - [![View Chris Assigbe's profile](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/Chris_Assigbe_2_a72a1e1687_1TPmyU.webp)](https://developer.android.com/blog/authors/chris-assigbe) 29 Oct 2025 29 Oct 2025 ![](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/introducing_Cahier_792458c981_Z2owFHS.webp) ## [Introducing Cahier: A new Android GitHub sample for large screen productivity and creativity](https://developer.android.com/blog/posts/introducing-cahier-a-new-android-git-hub-sample-for-large-screen-productivity-and-creativity) [arrow_forward](https://developer.android.com/blog/posts/introducing-cahier-a-new-android-git-hub-sample-for-large-screen-productivity-and-creativity) Ink API is now in beta and is ready to be integrated in your app.. This milestone was made possible by valuable developer feedback, leading to continuous improvements in the API's performance, stability, and visual quality. [Chris Assigbe](https://developer.android.com/blog/authors/chris-assigbe) • 11 min read - [![View Charles Munger's profile](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/default-avatar.DvQ_6oi6_Z1SMg9h.svg)](https://developer.android.com/blog/authors/leo-huang) 28 Oct 2025 28 Oct 2025 ![](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/25_Android_Camera_X_High_speed_Slomo_Blog_1_fc4509cdb7_1QABPN.webp) ## [High-Speed Capture and Slow-Motion Video with CameraX 1.5](https://developer.android.com/blog/posts/high-speed-capture-and-slow-motion-video-with-camera-x-1-5) [arrow_forward](https://developer.android.com/blog/posts/high-speed-capture-and-slow-motion-video-with-camera-x-1-5) Capturing fast-moving action with clarity is a key feature for modern camera apps. This is achieved through high-speed capture---the process of acquiring frames at rates like 120 or 240 fps. [Leo Huang](https://developer.android.com/blog/authors/leo-huang) • 6 min read - [![View Jan Kleinert's profile](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/Jan_Kleinert_044ab3d483_va23A.webp)](https://developer.android.com/blog/authors/jan-kleinert) 24 Oct 2025 24 Oct 2025 ![](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/xr_Week3_12c745cd96_1A4z99.webp) ## [5 things you need to know about publishing and distributing your app for Android XR](https://developer.android.com/blog/posts/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-publishing-and-distributing-your-app-for-android-xr) [arrow_forward](https://developer.android.com/blog/posts/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-publishing-and-distributing-your-app-for-android-xr) Samsung Galaxy XR is here, powered by Android XR! This blog post is part of our Android XR Spotlight Week, where we provide resources---blog posts, videos, sample code, and more---all designed to help you learn, build, and prepare your apps for Android XR. [Jan Kleinert](https://developer.android.com/blog/authors/jan-kleinert) • 4 min read [arrow_back](https://developer.android.com/blog/categories/how-tos/2) #### Page 3 ###### of 4 [arrow_forward](https://developer.android.com/blog/categories/how-tos/4) Stay in the loop Get the latest Android development insights delivered to your inbox weekly. [mail Subscribe](https://developer.android.com/subscribe) ![A 3D illustration of the Android mascot, wearing a jetpack that's emitting a large cloud of bubbles](https://developer.android.com/static/blog/assets/rocket-android.CVJQZOf1_1zVtXW.webp)