What is the method for building multiple modules in Android Studio?
There are two methods for building a multi-module project in Android Studio: manual configuration and using plugins.
- manual configuration:
- Create multiple submodules (subdirectories) in the root directory of the project, each submodule being an independent Android application module or library module.
- Import each submodule in the settings.gradle file in the root directory: include ‘:app’, ‘:library1’, ‘:library2’
- Configure the build settings of each submodule in their respective build.gradle file, including dependencies, compilation options, etc.
- Use plugins.
- Utilize the plugins recommended by the official Android Gradle plugin, such as com.android.application and com.android.library.
- Create a build.gradle file in the root directory of the project to configure the project’s build settings, including importing plugins and specifying version numbers.
- Include every sub-module in the settings.gradle file in the root directory: include ‘:app’, ‘:library1’, ‘:library2’
- Configure the build settings for each submodule in their respective build.gradle files, including dependencies, compilation options, and more.
Utilizing plugins is a relatively simple method that offers more building options and functionalities. In most cases, using plugins is the preferred approach.