Solve Permission Denied Issues in Android Studio on Mac

Описание: Discover how to resolve the `permission denied` error in Android Studio on a Mac with practical solutions and troubleshooting tips.
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A Common Hurdle: Permission Denied in Android Studio

If you're an Android developer using Android Studio, you may encounter frustrating issues, one of which is the permission denied error when running your app. This problem can prevent you from executing your code, even if your group works flawlessly with the same version and code on their systems. In this article, we'll explore the likely cause of this issue when using a Mac, and provide practical steps to resolve it.

Understanding the Issue

In the scenario described, the developer is using a Mac while their peers are utilizing a Windows system. The logs reveal specific warnings and errors related to permission problems, primarily during socket communication. Here are some common errors you might see in the log:

avc: denied { write } for name=“property_service”

Unable to set property “qemu.gles” to “1”: connection failed; errno=13 (Permission denied)

java.net.SocketException: socket failed: EPERM (Operation not permitted)

These messages indicate that the emulator or the application is trying to access resources or perform operations for which it does not have permission.

Step-by-Step Solutions

Fortunately, there are a few effective solutions to help you resolve the permission denied issue in Android Studio.

1. Change the Emulator Settings

The first and easiest solution is to try changing the emulator you are using. It was discovered that switching to a different API level can resolve permission issues:

Steps to Change Emulator:

Open Android Studio and navigate to the AVD Manager.

Find the emulator currently being used (e.g., Nexus 5X Q(API29)).

Create a new virtual device (or edit the existing one) and select a newer API level. For example, switch to Nexus 5X API33.

Launch the new emulator and run your application again.

This simple switch can often solve underlying permission issues due to changes in how newer Android versions handle permissions.

2. Check Your AndroidManifest.xml

Ensuring that your AndroidManifest.xml file is correctly configured is crucial. In your case, the INTERNET permission is already present; however, if your app requires other capabilities (like network access), make sure those permissions are also included:

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Double-check to ensure there are no other required permissions that you need but have not declared.

3. Run as an Administrator

Sometimes permission issues can stem from the IDE's access rights. If you are using Android Studio on a Mac, try the following:

Close Android Studio.

Hold down Command + Space to open Spotlight.

Type Terminal and hit Enter.

In Terminal, run the following command to navigate to your Android Studio application:

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This will run Android Studio with elevated permissions.

4. Update Android Studio and SDK Tools

Ensure that you are using the latest version of Android Studio and that all SDK tools and emulators are up to date. This not only adds new features but often resolves bugs related to permissions.

Go to File Settings Appearance & Behavior System Settings Updates (or Android Studio Preferences on Mac).

Check for updates and install any available updates.

Conclusion

Dealing with a permission denied error in Android Studio can be annoying, but by following the solutions outlined above, you can smoothly run your applications on a Mac system. Often, changing the emulator or ensuring your permissions in the manifest are correct can make a significant difference. Don't hesitate to reach out to forums or community resources if you continue to experience difficulties—help is always available!



Embrace these troubleshooting steps, and get ready to develop your amazing Andro