Why is the compileSdkVersion parameter specified in the project settings?

The compileSdkVersion parameter in an Android project configuration specifies the version of the Android SDK used to compile the application. It determines which APIs are available during compilation and allows the use of new platform features.

Important:

• compileSdkVersion does not affect the minimum or target Android version for running the app.
• It is recommended to use the latest available SDK version for compilation to access new APIs and improvements.

Example in build.gradle:

android {
    compileSdkVersion 33
}