When you first boot up a new Android Studio project, you’re greeted not with a blank page, but a whole bunch of what is known as “boilerplate” code. This is code needed for the vast majority of apps ...

Regardless of the kind of app you’re creating, every single Android application must contain a Manifest file. AndroidManifest.xml is one of the most important files in your entire project, providing ...

Faith writes guides, how-tos, and roundups on the latest Android games and apps for Android Police. You'll find her writing about the newest free-to-play game to hit Android or discussing her paranoia ...