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What causes memory usage limitations in a Bundle object in Android?

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Answer from AI

The memory usage restriction in the Bundle object in Android is related to the fact that Bundle is passed between components (for example, via Intent or onSaveInstanceState) and serialized into a Parcel.

Main reasons for the restriction:

  • IPC size limit: Android imposes a limit on the size of data transferred through Binder (usually around 1 MB), and Bundle should not exceed this limit.
  • Performance: large Bundles slow down data transfer and can lead to TransactionTooLargeException errors.

Therefore, it is recommended to store only small and necessary data in Bundle, and use other mechanisms (such as databases, files, or ViewModel) for larger data volumes.

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