The easiest way to get Patch 4 depends on whether you already have Android Studio installed: For Current Users : If you are on the Stable channel, simply go to Help > Check for Updates Android Studio > Check for Updates on macOS). For New Installations
Patch 4 shines when working with projects from late 2021. Here’s how to set it up:
: You will need to agree to the terms and conditions before the download links for Windows, macOS (Intel/Apple Silicon), and Linux become visible . Key Features of the Giraffe Release
Enhanced performance for streaming physical device screens directly into the IDE.
is the final stable update for the Giraffe series, released in November 2023. This version was a major update that moved the IDE to the IntelliJ 2022.3 platform , introducing a modern visual redesign and several productivity-focused features for Android developers . How to Download and Install
Patch 4 incorporates fixes from all previous Giraffe patches:
This page lists all historical builds.
Windows 10/11 64-bit, macOS 10.14+, or Linux (GNOME/KDE). Screen Resolution: 1280 x 800 minimum. Why stay on Giraffe?

