The Android SDK comes with a comprehensive set of developer tools that include libraries, handset emulator based on QEMU, a debugger, sample code, documentation and tutorials.Īlthough Eclipse is the only officially supported IDE, IntelliJ IDEA, as well as NetBeans IDE fully support Android development.
Moreover, if you prefer to use Android SDK with existing versions of Eclipse or other IDE, you have the option to download the stand-along Android SDK Tools. Grab the entire package or only the SDK for the desired IDE The ADL bundle features Eclipse+ ADT plugin, Android SDK Tools, Android Platform-tools, a version of the Android platform along with a version of the Android system image for the emulator. Unexperienced Android developers are recommended to download the Android Developer Tools (ADT) bundle that includes the necessary Android SDK components along with a version of Eclipse IDE with built-in ADT designed to streamline your app development. Helps you develop, test and deploy Android apps
What's new in Android SDK Platform Tools R31.0.3: