> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://cometchat-22654f5b-feature-react-native-sdk-quotedmessage-a.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# CometChat Builder For Android

The CometChat Builder for Android is a powerful way to ship chat faster with native UI that’s modular, customizable, and production‑ready. Configure features visually, export code and styles, and drop them into your Android app with minimal wiring.

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## Prerequisites

* Android Studio (latest recommended)
* Android device/emulator with API level 26+ (Android 8.0)
* Java 11+
* Internet connectivity (for CometChat services)

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## Why Choose CometChat Builder?

* Rapid integration: Prebuilt native UI and generated settings.
* Customizable: Theme, typography, features — all configurable.
* Scalable: Built on CometChat’s reliable chat infrastructure.
* Native UX: Components designed for Kotlin/Android.

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## Setup Options

Choose one of the following paths to integrate:

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Option 1 (recommended): Integrate via Gradle plugin" href="/chat-builder/android/integration#integration-with-cometchat-chat-builder-android" horizontal>
    Get full customization with generated settings using the Gradle plugin.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Option 2: Import the preconfigured sample app as a module" href="/chat-builder/android/integration#alternative%3A-import-the-sample-app-as-a-module" horizontal>
    Start quickly with a plug-and-play approach by importing the sample module.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

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## User Interface Preview

<Frame>
  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/cometchat-22654f5b-feature-react-native-sdk-quotedmessage-a/ez24jA9Q57bxQihV/images/preview-builder-android.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=ez24jA9Q57bxQihV&q=85&s=29b137f694e817ac383198b5ba3437ab" width="3018" height="1714" data-path="images/preview-builder-android.png" />
</Frame>

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## Try Live Demo

Experience the CometChat UI Kit Builder in action:

<CardGroup>
  <Card title="Launch Live Demo" icon="play" href="https://preview.cometchat.com/" />
</CardGroup>

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## Integration

A ready‑to‑use chat experience configured via UI Kit Builder and powered by our Android UI Kit.

**How It Works**

* Toggle features like mentions, reactions, media uploads, polls, and more.
* Export code, styles, and settings for your app.
* Keep iterating — update configs without deep refactors.

**Why It’s Great**

* Fastest setup with minimal boilerplate.
* Continuous customization with a visual configuration.
* Fewer moving parts — reliable, pre‑assembled UI.

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## Next Steps for Developers

1. Learn the basics — Key Concepts: [Key Concepts](/fundamentals/key-concepts)
2. Follow the setup guide — UI Kit Builder (Android): [Integration](/chat-builder/android/integration)
3. Customize UI — Theme and components: [Theme introduction](/ui-kit/android/theme-introduction), [UI Kit overview](/ui-kit/android/overview)
4. Test & ship — Run on device/emulator and deploy.

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## Helpful Resources

Explore these resources to go deeper with CometChat on Android.

<CardGroup>
  <Card title="Android Builder App" href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cometchat.builder.java&hl=en_IN&pli=1">
    Experience the power of CometChat UI Kit with this interactive app
  </Card>

  <Card title="UI Kit Source Code" href="https://github.com/cometchat/cometchat-uikit-android/tree/v5">
    Access the complete Android UI Kit source code.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Figma Design File" href="https://www.figma.com/community/file/1444324233177163609/cometchat-ui-kit-for-android">
    UI design resources for customization and prototyping.

    View on Figma
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

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## Need Help?

If you need assistance, check out:

* Developer Community: [http://community.cometchat.com/](http://community.cometchat.com/)
* Support Portal: [https://help.cometchat.com/hc/en-us/requests/new](https://help.cometchat.com/hc/en-us/requests/new)