How to Fix: Android Studio - Failed to apply plugin [id 'com.android.application']
Android Studio plugin error resolution steps.
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The error 'Failed to apply plugin [id 'com.android.application']' in Android Studio typically occurs when there's a mismatch between the Gradle version used by the project and the one available in the Android Studio. To resolve this issue, follow these steps:
⚠️ Common Causes
- Outdated Gradle version in the project.
🚀 How to Resolve This Issue
Method 1: Updating Gradle Version in Project
- Step 1: Open the build.gradle file of your project and check the Gradle version.
- Step 2: Update the Gradle version to the latest one available in the Android Studio.
Method 2: Cleaning and Rebuilding Project
- Step 1: Close Android Studio and navigate to the project directory in your terminal/command prompt.
- Step 2: Run the command `gradlew :app:clean` to clean the project.
- Step 3: Run the command `gradlew :app:assembleDebug` to rebuild the project.
✨ Wrapping Up
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the 'Failed to apply plugin [id 'com.android.application']' error in Android Studio and successfully build your project.
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