What Is Api and Api Level in Android?
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What is API Level? API Level is an integer value that uniquely identifies the framework API revision offered by a version of the Android platform. The Android platform provides a framework API that applications can use to interact with the underlying Android system.

How do I know my Android API level?

Tap the “Software Information” option on the About Phone menu. The first entry on the page that loads will be your current Android software version.

What is API in Android application?

API = Application Programming Interface

An API is a set of programming instructions and standards for accessing a web tool or database. A software company releases its API to the public so other software developers can design products that are powered by its service. The API is usually packaged in an SDK.

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