How to Create an Android Application with AppInventor (Beginners)

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Go to AppInventor and click "Create".

   If you don't have a Google account (gmail account, Google+ account etc) then you will have to create one, but don't worry, it is very easy and free. ,, Optionally, you can use the android emulator or create an application file and send to your phone. ,, When you click on them you can see their properties. ,, Feel free to try everything! ,,,,,,
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   Step 2: You will need a Google account or a school account for using AppInventor

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   Step 3: but if you already have one just select it and allow AppInventor to access it.

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   Step 4: AppInventor will welcome you and allow you to easily connect AppInventor to your android device or simulator.

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   Step 5: To connect your phone to AppInventor it'll have to be on the same WiFi network or be plugged into the computer when you want to test the app.

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   Step 6: Now click new project

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   Step 7: and choose a name for the project.Note: Project name must be without spaces.

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   Step 8: When you're in the editor you can choose between different elements in the application and drag them to the app.

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   Step 9: To start coding you'll have to click the "Blocks" button in the top left.

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    Step 10: Now you can drag blocks to form the application.

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    Step 11: If you want a picture or sound in your project click "Upload file..." on the left.

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    Step 12: To delete blocks

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    Step 13: just drag them to the thrash can.

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    Step 14: Remember

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    Step 15: you can go back to the designer tab at any time.

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    Step 16: If you are using the AI companion app on your android device and it is connected to the computer your changes in the project will be shown in real time on the device.

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    Step 17: If you are done with the app

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    Step 18: but your device is not connected to App Inventor

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    Step 19: click Build

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    Step 20: and then choose either provide QR code that you can scan with your device's camera

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    Step 21: or choose save apk to computer

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    Step 22: and then get it to the device in your preferable way (like e-mail).

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    Step 23: Remember you have to turn on unknown sources for apps in the android settings if you are not using the AI companion app.

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