how to set up eclipse for android programming?
Eclipse IDE that is designed to give you a powerful, integrated environment in which to build Android applications , test those applications , and debug application codes as well.
ADT(Android Developer Tools) extends the capabilities of Eclipse to let you quickly set up new Android projects, create an application User Interface, add packages and source codes based on the Android Framework API, debug your applications using varioos Android SDK tools, and even export signed (or unsigned) .apk files in order to distribute your application and import application and correct application codes.
Developing in Eclipse with ADT is highly recommended and is the fastest way to get started with android Development. With the guided project setup it provides(having a defined project structure), as well as tools integration, custom XML editors, and debug output pane, ADT gives you an incredible and fastest way to develop Android applications.
How to Install ADT Plugin in Eclipse?
1. Start Eclipse, then select Help > Install New Software.
2. Click on Add Button, in the top-right corner.
3.In the Add Repository dialog that appears, which has two fields Name and Location enter "ADT Plugin" in the Name and the following URL for the Location:
https://dl-ssl.google.com/android/eclipse/
https://dl-ssl.google.com/android/eclipse/
4. Click OK.
5. In the Available Software dialog, select the checkbox next to Developer Tools and click Next.
6.In the next window, you'll see a list of the tools to be downloaded. Click Next.
7.Read and accept the license agreements, then click Finish.
8.If you get a security warning saying that the authenticity or validity of the software can't be established, click OK.
9.When the installation completes, restart Eclipse.
Note: Always update eclipse and ADT tools for using complete functionality and update yourself with the current updates.