New permissions for AI agents in Android Studio @AndroidDevelopers

Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

Android Studio's new granular agent permissions allow you to have more control over the data and capabilities shared with AI agents, from reading files to running commands. Set explicit permissions, decide what agents can do for you, and maintain your workflow.

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Speaker: Matt Dyor
Products Mentioned: Android Studio, Android

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