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Reputation: 2220

How to create Android library jar if not using resources?

I am creating an Android library, and I would like to create a distributable jar without revealing source code. The library does not use resources like layouts, images, etc. I understand that I can just copy the .jar automatically generated in the bin folder of an Eclipse Android project if I check 'is Library' under project properties.

Is there anything else I should be aware of? How does the client project know which permissions my library requires. Should I include those permissions in the Manifest of my library?

Upvotes: 0

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CommonsWare
CommonsWare

Reputation: 1006664

I understand that I can just copy the .jar automatically generated in the bin folder of an Eclipse Android project if I check 'is Library' under project properties.

I wouldn't, as you don't know how that JAR was created, and you don't know how that JAR might change as the tools change. That JAR is a side-effect of Android's internal build process and is not designed to be a production artifact. Create your own production JAR yourself (e.g., Ant <jar> task).

How does the client project know which permissions my library requires.

You tell them via well-written documentation.

Should I include those permissions in the Manifest of my library?

Since your JAR does not contain your manifest, that will not help.

Upvotes: 1

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