Frequent Question: What Is Android Ndk Side by Side?
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What is NDK side by side in Android Studio?

As of 2019, Google introduced a new NDK “side-by-side” feature which allows you to install multiple NDK versions under the Android SDK directory. All new NDK versions are downloaded to the side-by-side directory and it replaces the old “ndk-bundle” directory.

What is Android NDK used for?

The Native Development Kit (NDK) is a set of tools that allows you to use C and C++ code with Android, and provides platform libraries you can use to manage native activities and access physical device components, such as sensors and touch input.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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