Android Studio 2026.2.2 for Mac

Mac Utilities

Updated Aug 6, 2026

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Android Studio is the official development environment for Android apps, made by Google for people who write, test and ship mobile software. On a Mac it brings the code editor, the Android SDK and the testing tools together in one place, so a project can grow from a first blank screen to a working app in one workflow.

Key Features

• Smart code editor with completion and quick fixes for Kotlin and Java code
• Visual layout editor for building app screens with drag and drop
• Android Emulator for testing apps on virtual phones and tablets
• Gradle based build system that handles libraries, signing and app variants
• Built in profilers that show CPU, memory and network use while an app runs

How to Download

1. Open the official product page and use Download from the official site to get the Mac installer for your chip type.
2. Open the downloaded disk image and move Android Studio into your Applications folder.
3. Launch the app and let the setup wizard install the SDK and tools it suggests.

System Requirements

Android Studio needs macOS 12 or later and runs on Apple silicon and Intel Macs. Leave several gigabytes of free disk space for the IDE, the SDK and emulator images.

FAQs

Is Android Studio free to use?

Yes. Google provides Android Studio at no cost, and you can use it for learning, personal projects and commercial apps alike.

Which languages can I write in Android Studio?

Most new Android apps are written in Kotlin, and Java is fully supported as well, with native code as an option when needed.

Do I need a physical Android phone for testing?

No. The built in emulator runs virtual devices on your Mac, although testing on a real phone before release is still a wise final step.