Android studio new project sync twice before completion

The infamous "sync twice" issue in Android Studio!

This issue occurs when Android Studio takes longer than expected to sync your project with the Gradle build system, causing the project to appear incomplete or stuck in a "syncing" state. Here are some possible reasons and solutions to help you resolve this issue:

Reasons:

  1. Complex project structure: If your project has a large number of modules, dependencies, or complex build configurations, it may take longer to sync.
  2. Slow network connection: If your internet connection is slow or unstable, it may cause delays in downloading dependencies and syncing the project.
  3. Outdated Gradle version: Using an outdated version of Gradle can lead to syncing issues.
  4. Corrupted project files: Corrupted project files or configuration files can cause syncing issues.

Solutions:

  1. Check your project structure: Review your project structure and simplify it if possible. Remove unnecessary modules or dependencies to reduce the complexity.
  2. Use a faster network connection: If you're working on a slow network, try switching to a faster connection or using a VPN.
  3. Update Gradle: Ensure you're using the latest version of Gradle. You can update Gradle by going to Settings (or Preferences on Mac) > Build, Execution, Deployment > Gradle and clicking on the "Update" button.
  4. Clean and rebuild the project: Try cleaning and rebuilding the project by going to Build > Rebuild Project or by using the keyboard shortcut Shift + F9.
  5. Disable Gradle daemon: Sometimes, disabling the Gradle daemon can help resolve syncing issues. To do this, go to Settings (or Preferences on Mac) > Build, Execution, Deployment > Gradle and uncheck the "Use Gradle daemon" option.
  6. Check for corrupted project files: Run the File > Invalidate Caches / Restart option to clear the project cache and restart Android Studio.
  7. Sync manually: If the above steps don't work, try syncing the project manually by going to View > Tool Windows > Gradle and clicking on the "Sync Now" button.

Workaround:

If you're still experiencing issues, you can try the following workaround:

  1. Create a new project in Android Studio and copy your project files into it.
  2. Rebuild the project and sync it manually.
  3. Once the project is synced, you can copy your original project files back into the new project.

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "sync twice" issue and get your project up and running smoothly in Android Studio.