Section 3: Installing Android Studio for FTC
Android Studio is useful for a full SDK project, Git collaboration, and third-party libraries. You do not need it for Telemark's simulator, OnBot Java, or a compatible browser-based team workflow.
Step 3.1: Download Android Studio
Go to: https://developer.android.com/studio
Download Android Studio Ladybug 2024.2 or a later stable release supported by the current FTC SDK. Avoid Canary and Beta builds for a competition project.
Step 3.2: Run the Installer
Windows: Run the .exe installer. Keep Android Studio and the Android SDK selected.
macOS: Open the .dmg file and drag Android Studio to Applications. The first launch will complete the installation.
Linux: Follow the installation instructions supplied with the current .tar.gz package, then launch studio.sh.
Step 3.3: First Launch Setup Wizard
When Android Studio launches for the first time, it runs a setup wizard. Navigate it as follows:
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| Welcome screen | Click "Next." |
| Install type | Select "Standard." Click "Next." |
| UI theme | Choose either. Click "Next." |
| SDK Components | Keep the recommended Android SDK components selected and let the download finish. |
| Verify Settings | Click "Finish." |
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