# Android App keeps crashing

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**Category:** Android\
**Tags:** android\
**Created:** [August 24, 2024, 12:18am UTC](https://forums.kodeco.com/t/android-app-keeps-crashing/206060 "2024-08-24T00:18:12Z")\
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**Author:** ![nnamdiwill](https://assets.chunter.kodeco.com/user_avatar/forums.kodeco.com/nnamdiwill/32/109415_2.png) [@nnamdiwill](https://forums.kodeco.com/u/nnamdiwill)\
**Post date:** [August 24, 2024, 12:18am UTC](https://forums.kodeco.com/t/android-app-keeps-crashing/206060/1 "2024-08-24T00:18:12Z")

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I’m trying to create this android app but it’s keeps crashing when I run it. Not sure how to correct.

 ![file_error_android](https://files.chunter.kodeco.com/original/3X/4/8/48a752fe8129d500f59d6f419345720ff93f4e6e.jpeg)

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**Post date:** [September 19, 2024, 12:08pm UTC](https://forums.kodeco.com/t/android-app-keeps-crashing/206060/3 "2024-09-19T12:08:22Z")

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> [@nnamdiwill](#):
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> I’m trying to create this android app but it’s keeps crashing when I run it. Not sure how to correct.

To troubleshoot your crashing Android app, check the Logcat in Android Studio for error messages, clear the app’s cache [summit health patient portal](https://www.summithealth-patientportal.com) and data, update dependencies, check for memory leaks, test on different devices, and ensure all necessary permissions are declared in the AndroidManifest.xml. If you need more specific help, share the error logs or details about the crash!

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**Author:** ![oliverjaxan](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.raywenderlich.com/community/forum-assets/noun-game-ghost-878668.png) [@oliverjaxan](https://forums.kodeco.com/u/oliverjaxan)\
**Post date:** [October 19, 2024, 6:50am UTC](https://forums.kodeco.com/t/android-app-keeps-crashing/206060/4 "2024-10-19T06:50:29Z")

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It sounds like you’re having trouble with your Android app crashing. This is a common issue, but it can be resolved by checking key areas in your code. One of the first things you should do is open **logcat** to see the error details. The crash might be caused by a **NullPointerException** , an unhandled **Activity Lifecycle** , or even incorrect **permissions**.

For example, if you’re getting a **NullPointerException** , make sure that you are properly initializing views in your `onCreate()` method, like this:

```java
@Override
protected void onCreate(Bundle savedInstanceState) {
    super.onCreate(savedInstanceState);
    setContentView(R.layout.activity_main);

    // Make sure to initialize the views after setting the content view
    TextView textView = findViewById(R.id.textView);
    if (textView != null) {
        textView.setText("Hello, World!");
    }
}

```

Another reason for app crashes could be performing heavy operations on the **UI thread**. For tasks like network calls or database operations, make sure you’re using a background thread or **AsyncTask** :

```java
new AsyncTask<Void, Void, String>() {
    @Override
    protected String doInBackground(Void... voids) {
        // Perform background task
        return "Result";
    }

    @Override
    protected void onPostExecute(String result) {
        // Update UI here
        TextView textView = findViewById(R.id.textView);
        textView.setText(result);
    }
}.execute();

```

Make sure you’re not trying to update UI elements from a background thread. Always use `runOnUiThread()` if necessary:

```java
runOnUiThread(new Runnable() {
    @Override
    public void run() {
        // Update UI elements safely
    }
});

```

Check if your **AndroidManifest.xml** file has the right activities and permissions set up. Incorrect permissions like missing **INTERNET** access for network requests could crash the app:

```xml
<uses-permission android:name="android.permission.INTERNET"/>

```

If you’re looking for more help with debugging or need expert assistance with your Android project, you can check out [Dubai Web Design](https://dubaiwebdesign.com/) for professional web and app development services.

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**Post date:** [February 6, 2025, 4:18pm UTC](https://forums.kodeco.com/t/android-app-keeps-crashing/206060/5 "2025-02-06T16:18:15Z")

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