Requesting permissions at runtime

We will follow the steps covered in Figure 9.1 to request runtime permissions for our app:

1. Let us start by adding the permission to the manifest file. We will request permission to access the user’s location. To do this, we add the following permission to the manifest file:

   <uses-permission android:name="android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION" />

   This specifies that our app will be using the ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION permission. Declaring permissions in the manifests is crucial for enhancing security, user awareness, and overall app compatibility. By explicitly specifying the actions or resources apps require access to permissions informs users during installations, allowing them to make informed decisions about granting or denying access. This declaration ensures compatibility across different Android versions and devices, facilitates inter-app communication, and supports intent filtering to control component access. Permissions...