How to setup first project in android studio with jetpack compose

  1. Download and Install Android Studio: If you haven't already, download and install the latest version of Android Studio, as it comes with built-in support for Jetpack Compose.

  2. Create a New Project:

    • Open Android Studio.
    • On the welcome screen, click on "Start a new Android Studio project" or go to "File" > "New" > "New Project" if you have another project open.

  3. Choose a Project Template:

    • Select the "Empty Compose Activity" template, which is specifically designed for Jetpack Compose projects. This will set up a project with a minimal Compose setup.
    • Click "Next".

  4. Configure Your Project:

    • Enter a "Name" for your project.
    • Choose the "Save location" for your project files.
    • Select a "Package name" which is usually in the format of com.example.myapp.
    • Select the "Language" as "Kotlin".
    • Choose the "Minimum API level". Jetpack Compose requires a minimum API level of 21 (as of my last update).
    • Click "Finish".

  5. Wait for Project Setup:

    • Android Studio will now create your new project with a default Compose setup. This may take a few moments as it builds the project and indexes the files.

  6. Explore the Default Compose Activity:

    • Once the project is set up, you'll find a MainActivity.kt file that includes a basic Compose setup with a @Composable function and a setContent block in the activity.

  7. Run the Project:

    • To run the project, click on the green "Run" button in the toolbar or press "Shift + F10".
    • If you don't have an emulator set up, you'll need to create one or connect a physical device with developer mode enabled.
    • Select the target device and wait for the application to compile and install.

  8. View the Compose Preview:

    • Android Studio provides a "Design" tab where you can preview your composable functions without needing to run the app. Look for the @Preview annotation in your code, and you should see a preview pane in the IDE.

Congratulations! You've just set up your first Android Studio project with Jetpack Compose. You can now start developing your app using the declarative UI toolkit provided by Compose. Remember that Jetpack Compose is still a relatively new framework, and it's being actively developed, so always check for the latest updates and best practices.

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