Flutter Build for Android
The Flutter Build for Android step automates the generation of Android APK (Android Package) or AAB (Android App Bundle) files from Flutter source code using the Flutter SDK. This simplifies the process of creating distributable packages for Flutter applications.
Prerequisites
Before running the Flutter Build for Android step, certain prerequisites must be completed. These prerequisites are detailed in the table below:
| Prerequisite Workflow Step | Description |
|---|---|
| Git Clone | This step fetches the repository that needs to be built from the specified branch. It is essential for initiating the Flutter Android build process. |
Input Variables
Each component requires specific input variables for its operation. The input variables necessary for the Flutter Build for Android step are:
| Variable Name | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|
$AC_FLUTTER_PROJECT_DIR | Specifies the directory at the root of your Flutter project where the pubspec.yaml file is located. | Required |
$AC_OUTPUT_TYPE | Defines the output type, such as APK or AAB (Android App Bundle). | Required |
$AC_FLUTTER_BUILD_MODE | Specifies the Flutter build mode. The default value is release. | Optional |
$AC_FLUTTER_BUILD_EXTRA_ARGS | Additional custom build arguments. For instance: --split-per-abi. | Optional |
If the required variables are already defined in the Configuration section, there is no need to redefine them in the Workflow. For more details, see the Build Profile Configuration Overview. The details you provide in the configuration will serve as input for the Android Build step. Kindly substitute the example information with your details:
Output Variables
The outputs resulting from the operation of this component are as follows:
| Output Variable | Description |
|---|---|
$AC_APK_PATH | Path of the generated APK file. |
$AC_AAB_PATH | Path of the generated AAB file. |
The resulting files will be either APK or AAB, based on the Output Type selected in the project Configuration.
To access the source code of this component, please use the following link:
FAQ
How can I solve the Out of memory error: Java heap memory or set the heap memory during the build?
To resolve this issue, please refer to the following document for detailed instructions: