How To Install Android Emulators 📲| Appium Testing Tutorial | Part III
In this Part 3 of the Appium Testing tutorial series, Siddharth Shukla (@sidharthshukla4), founder and author of Automaters: Full Stack QA_SDET, deep dives into Android emulators for Appium testing. He briefly explains the step-by-step guide to downloading and installing Android Studio for mobile app testing.
00:00 Introduction
01:37 What is an Emulator?
04:34 Download & Install Android Studio
11:09 Emulator setup
23:04 Run & Stop an Emulator
26:42 Benefits of Emulator
28:39 Emulator vs Simulator
32:38 Calling & texting with Emulator
Introduction to Android Emulators for Appium Testing:
Explanation of the role of Android emulators in mobile app testing with Appium.
Benefits of using emulators for testing Android applications in Appium.
Downloading and Installing Android Studio:
Step-by-step guide on how to download and install Android Studio.
Overview of Android Studio’s importance as a tool for setting up Android Virtual Devices (AVDs) for testing purposes.
Setting Up Android Virtual Devices (AVDs):
Detailed instructions on how to create and configure AVDs within Android Studio.
Choosing the correct device configurations, such as screen size, Android version, and other device parameters for testing.
Connecting Android Emulators with Appium:
Demonstration of how to connect Android emulators to the Appium server.
Explanation of desired capabilities and how to set them for running tests on emulators.
Testing on Emulators vs. Real Devices:
Comparison of testing on Android emulators vs. real devices, including pros and cons of each.
When and why to use emulators in the mobile app testing process.
Troubleshooting Common Issues:
Common issues users face when setting up Android Studio and emulators, and how to resolve them.
Tips for ensuring smooth emulator setup and test execution in Appium.
Best Practices for Emulator-Based Testing:
Key best practices to follow when using Android emulators for Appium testing.
Optimizing emulator performance and ensuring compatibility with Appium test scripts.
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Sidharth Shukla
Sidharth Shukla is a skilled Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) currently contributing to Amazon in Canada. With a robust background in API, UI, and Mobile Automation, Sidharth is a key player in the realm of DevOps. Beyond his technical prowess, Sidharth is a prolific writer and video creator.