What Is Target Sdk Version in Android Studio?
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The target sdk version is the version of Android that your app was created to run on. The compile sdk version is the the version of Android that the build tools uses to compile and build the application in order to release, run, or debug. Usually the compile sdk version and the target sdk version are the same.

What is Android Target version?

The Target Android Version (also known as targetSdkVersion ) is the API level of the Android device where the app expects to run. Android uses this setting to determine whether to enable any compatibility behaviors – this ensures that your app continues to work the way you expect.

What is SDK version in Android?

The Compile SDK Version is the version of Android in which you write code. If you choose 5.0, you can write code with all the APIs in version 21. If you choose 2.2, you can write code only with the APIs that are in version 2.2 or earlier.

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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