Why is Gradle downloaded each and every time? (Android Studio)

Hey,

I had the same problem and was very frustrated. Fortunately there's an answer! You have to download gradle and install it on your computer, then go into Android Studio and tell it where you installed Gradle.

I had some difficulty with this to begin with but this post contains all the info you need: https://teamtreehouse.com/forum/best-practice-for-installing-gradle

There are two solutions mentioned in that post, 1) using homebrew 2) installing the normal Gradle package.

the first is a mac solution (that didnt go so well) so I ended up doing #2. Although if you're on a mac this is probably the best way to do it, it is totally do-able.

If you're not on Mac then I recommend going to: http://www.gradle.org/downloads Downloading the first option, unzipping the download and putting the grade-2.2 folder somewhere safe (ie. not in Downloads).

Then open up Android Studio and enter the location of where you unpacked Gradle here: Android Studio > Preferences > Gradle > Service Directory Path

What operating system are you on? I can provide more specific instructions if it's still not working for you.

Good luck and happy Gradling!