Instant applications min sdk version

Question

I have a project with min sdk 16 and I would like to add support for instant applications. Can this function be added to a project? I also find that I cannot create a new project with the "Include Instant App support" option in sdk <23:

Therefore, I believe that it is also not possible to add this function to an existing project using min sdk <23.

I would be very grateful if the answer contains a link to the information.

Answer 1

The Android App Links feature was introduced in Android 6.0 and allows users to click on a web link to open the application (if it is already installed). Instant apps use the same app linking feature to create HTTPS URLs that trigger actions in your instant app.

Provided by Philo Response

There is no necessary minimum. 15 is fine. But FYI, your application will not start at 15. Instant Apps itself is not compatible by itself. At the moment, this happens only until 23 (but we are working on it).

Answer 2

According to Android Instant Apps : Android Instant Apps supports the latest Android devices from Android 6.0 (API level 23) via Android O in over 40 countries. Soon we will be releasing new devices and countries, including including support for Android 5.0 devices (API level 21) in the near future.

FYI: https://developer.android.com/topic/instant-apps/faqs.html

Answer 3

This page explains how to create and run a very simple instant application using Android Studio. Android Instant App

Answer 4

With SO answer link and Android documentation Currently fixed with android studio 3.1 Canary 5