How to install Android studio on windows

Android Studio provides the tools needed to develop Android applications on Windows. Installation includes the desktop application and the Android SDK components required for development.

Start by checking your computer’s compatibility, then download the Windows installer and complete the setup wizard.

Step 1: Check the System Requirements

Android Studio requires at least 8 GB of RAM, or 16 GB when used with the Android Emulator. Check your Windows version, processor, and available storage against the official system requirements.

Open Command Prompt and check your Windows version:

winver

To view your computer’s hardware and memory information, run:

systeminfo

Step 2: Download Android Studio for Windows

Open the official Android Studio download page and select the recommended Windows .exe installer.

Review the download terms, accept them if you agree, and wait for the download to finish.

Step 3: Run the Android Studio Installer

Open your Downloads folder and double-click the downloaded installer. The filename varies by release.

You can open Downloads from Command Prompt:

explorer "%USERPROFILE%\Downloads"

When the installation wizard opens, click Next to continue.

Step 4: Choose the Installation Components

Keep the recommended components selected. If an Android Virtual Device option appears, leave it selected if you plan to use the emulator.

Choose an installation folder or keep the default location:

C:\Program Files\Android\Android Studio

Follow the remaining prompts, click Install, and wait for the files to finish copying.

Step 5: Launch Android Studio

Click Finish and launch Android Studio from the Windows Start menu. If prompted to import settings, continue without importing for a fresh installation or select your existing configuration.

Step 6: Complete the Setup Wizard

Follow the Setup Wizard and keep the recommended settings unless you need a custom configuration.

Review the SDK component licenses and accept them if you agree. Keep your internet connection active while Android Studio downloads and installs the required components.

Click Finish when setup completes. The Android Studio welcome screen confirms that the initial installation is complete.