Android studio's emulator doesn't start

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If Android Studio's emulator is not starting, it could be due to various reasons. Here are some common troubleshooting steps to help you resolve the issue:

  1. Check System Requirements: Ensure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements to run the Android Emulator. The emulator requires a computer with 64-bit Windows, macOS, or Linux with virtualization support enabled in the BIOS.

  2. Enable Virtualization: Make sure that virtualization is enabled in your computer's BIOS settings. Virtualization support is required to run the Android Emulator.

  3. Update Android Emulator: Check for updates to the Android Emulator through the Android SDK Manager in Android Studio. Installing the latest updates may fix any known issues.

  4. Verify SDK Platforms: Ensure that you have downloaded and installed the necessary SDK platforms and system images for the emulator you are trying to run. You can do this through the SDK Manager.

  5. Check AVD Configuration: Verify that the AVD (Android Virtual Device) you are trying to run is properly configured. Make sure it has the necessary settings, such as the correct system image, CPU/ABI, and memory configuration.

  6. Clear AVD Cache: Sometimes, the emulator cache can cause issues. Try clearing the cache for the AVD you are trying to run. You can do this by going to the AVD Manager in Android Studio, selecting the AVD, and then clicking on the "Wipe Data" button.

  7. Restart ADB Server: Restart the Android Debug Bridge (ADB) server by running the following command in the terminal or command prompt:

    perl
    adb kill-server
    
adb start-server

  8. Check Hyper-V and HAXM: If you are running Android Emulator on Windows, make sure that Hyper-V and HAXM (Intel Hardware Accelerated Execution Manager) are not conflicting. You may need to disable one of them depending on your configuration.

  9. Disable Antivirus/Firewall: Temporarily disable any antivirus or firewall software to see if they are interfering with the emulator.

  10. Try a Different AVD: If the issue persists, try creating a new AVD with different settings to see if the problem is specific to the previous AVD.

  11. Run in Cold Boot Mode: In the AVD Manager, try running the emulator in "Cold Boot Now" mode instead of "Quick Boot" mode to see if that resolves the issue.

If none of the above steps resolve the problem, consider checking the Android Studio log files for any error messages or further details about the issue. The log files can be found in the "log" folder within the Android Studio installation directory.

If the emulator still doesn't start, it's possible that there is a more specific issue on your system that requires further investigation. You may also want to check the Android Developer documentation and community forums for any known issues and solutions related to the Android Emulator.