How to Fix Your SDK Location Contains Non-ASCII Characters Error in Android Studio
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Summary: Learn how to resolve the "Your SDK Location Contains Non-ASCII Characters" error in Android Studio, a common issue faced by developers when the path to the Android SDK contains non-ASCII characters.
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If you're an Android developer using Android Studio, you may encounter an error message stating, "Your SDK location contains non-ASCII characters." This issue arises when the path to your Android SDK contains characters that are not part of the ASCII character set. While the ASCII character set includes letters, numbers, and symbols commonly used in English, non-ASCII characters are those that extend beyond this standard.
This error can occur due to various reasons, such as:
Choosing a directory with non-ASCII characters during the Android Studio setup process.
Changing the default SDK location to a directory containing non-ASCII characters.
Importing a project from a location with non-ASCII characters in the path.
To resolve this error and ensure smooth functioning of Android Studio, follow these steps:
Change the SDK Location:
Open Android Studio.
Go to "File" > "Project Structure" (or press Ctrl + Alt + Shift + S).
In the Project Structure dialog, navigate to "SDK Location."
Click on the folder icon next to "Android SDK location" and select a new location for your SDK.
Ensure that the new path contains only ASCII characters.
Click "OK" to save the changes.
Move the SDK to a New Location:
If you have already set up your SDK in a directory with non-ASCII characters, you will need to move it to a location with only ASCII characters.
Close Android Studio to avoid any conflicts.
Manually move the SDK directory to a new location using your file manager.
Open Android Studio and update the SDK location as described in the previous step.
Update Project Settings:
If you're importing a project from a location with non-ASCII characters, consider moving the project to a new directory with only ASCII characters.
After moving the project, update its settings within Android Studio to reflect the new directory structure.
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "Your SDK location contains non-ASCII characters" error in Android Studio. Ensuring that your SDK location adheres to ASCII characters is essential for maintaining compatibility and preventing potential issues during development.
Remember to double-check the path whenever you're setting up a new SDK location or importing projects to avoid encountering this error in the future.
