Is it possible to Install Android Studio on ChromeBook?
For my understanding, Chrome Book is more than just a browser, so I am wondering, if it is possible to install Android Studio on Chrome Book.
Credit to @navigaid
As of now, Android Studio is ChromeBook is in preview. https://developer.android.com/topic/arc/studio
As of today August 21, 2019 with Android Studio 3.5, you can run Android studio on ChromeBook, https://developer.android.com/studio/install#chrome-os
System requirements for Chrome OS according to the official site
8 GB RAM or more recommended
4 GB of available disk space minimum
1280 x 800 minimum screen resolution
Intel i5 or higher (U series or higher) recommended
Recommended devices:
Acer: Chromebook 13/Spin 13, Chromebox CXI3
Lenovo: Yoga C630 Chromebook
HP: Chromebook x360 14, Chromebox G2
Dell: Inspiron Chromebook 14
ASUS: Chromebox 3
ViewSonic: NMP660 Chromebox
CTL: Chromebox CBx1
Answer
You can, but you are required to install additional linux flavor on your Chromebook i.e, Crouton project. It allows an easy method of doing that.
remember that ChromeOS runs on Linux, and you are basically adding another Linux flavor to your Chromebook.
Some useful links,
- Crouton Github Page
- Crouton Cookbook
- Crouton Google+ Community
- Crouton Script, From an SD Card
- How to Install Ubuntu Linux on Your Chromebook with Crouton
- Howto: Android Development on Chromebook
or you may follow this step by step guide on how to use Crouton to Install an Ubuntu Chroot on Chromebook.