Why and how to optimize your app for ChromeOS

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Millions of Android apps already run on ChromeOS and optimizing can measurably lift engagement; the talk shows concrete steps: ensure x86 support for native libraries (Gradle builds nondeprecated ABIs by default but ABI filters can exclude x86), add keyboard/mouse/stylus paths since 90% of ChromeOS users use those inputs, test on real Chromebooks or the Desktop Android Virtual Device in Android Studio, fix manifest feature requirements (use required="false" and camera.any), and upload ChromeOS screenshots via Play Console.

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1. 0:00Introduction to optimization
2. 1:31Input device support
3. 2:32Large screen UI design
4. 3:50Binary compatibility
5. 4:58Testing your app
6. 6:11Publishing in Google Play
7. 8:06Showcasing and resources

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