How to new an emulator for Android?

How to new an emulator for Android?

 

An emulator is a device that is used to simulate mobile device. All Android applications you develop can run on Android platform and be shown on emulator.

 

To create a new emulator, refer to the following steps:

1. Start Eclipse, select Window --> Android SDK and AVD Manager
2. Select Virtual Devices, and then Click New button.
3. Fill the proper Name, eg. My_AVD. and select the appropriate Android target, eg. Android 3.1- API Level 12. Other items is default. Click Create AVD button.

 

Then the AVD just created will be shown in the Virtual Devices list. Now you have created a new AVD, you can start it either auto or manual.