How to Fix: Error building Android library: Direct local .aar file dependencies are not supported
Direct local .aar file dependencies are not supported when building an AAR. Consider using Maven or Gradle repositories for dependency management.
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The 'Error building Android library: Direct local .aar file dependencies are not supported' error occurs when you're trying to include a local .aar file as a dependency in your Android library module. This is due to changes introduced in the latest version of the Android Gradle Plugin (4.0.0-beta03).
🛑 Root Causes of the Error
- Upgrading to Android Gradle Plugin 4.0.0-beta03 without updating your build.gradle configuration.
✅ Best Solutions to Fix It
Method 1: Using the `aar` plugin
- Step 1: Add the 'aar' plugin to your build.gradle file.
Method 2: Using a repository
- Step 1: Add the local .aar file to your project's `libs` directory.
✨ Wrapping Up
To fix this error, you can use either the 'aar' plugin or add your local .aar file to your project's `libs` directory. Both methods should resolve the issue and allow you to build your Android library module successfully.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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