How do I create a new virtual device in Genymotion?

How to Create a New Virtual Device?

To create a virtual device in Genymotion, follow these steps:

1. Login or Registration

• If you don't have an account, click on "CREATE ACCOUNT" on the login page and create a new account.

2. Select Environment (Desktop or SaaS)

• For Local Use (Desktop): Install Genymotion Desktop on Windows, macOS, or Linux.
• For Cloud Use (SaaS): Log in to your account at <https://cloud.geny.io>.

3. Create a New Device

• Click on the CREATE button on the dashboard.
• Select a template (Recipe) from the list. You can use filters or search to find your desired device.
• Click on the selected template or double-click it to open the Virtual Device Installation Wizard.

4. Configure Installation Steps

• General: Set the device name and Android version.
• SYSTEM: Change the number of processors, RAM, and VM Heap size.
• DISPLAY: Select the resolution, window style, and maximum OpenGL ES version.
• Android Options: Enable or disable the virtual keyboard or navigation bar.
• Hypervisor Options: If you're using VirtualBox or QEMU, select the network mode (NAT or Bridge).
• Finally, click INSTALL to download and install the device.

5. Run the Device

• After installation, the device appears on the dashboard.
• Double-click on it or click the Start button to launch the device.

6. Connect to ADB (if necessary)

• In SaaS, you can use CLI commands like gmsaas to connect to ADB. See the documentation in "How to connect a virtual device to ADB in Genymotion SaaS?"

> Important Note: Genymotion only supports its latest version and does not support Windows 7. If you're using Windows, install at least Windows 10 or later.

• Desktop User Guide – "Basic Steps" section (access from <https://docs.genymotion.com/desktop/Get_started/014_Basic_steps>)
• SaaS User Guide – "Graphical Interface" and "Devices life-cycle" sections (access from <https://docs.genymotion.com/saas/03_Graphical_interface>)

Do you want more information about specific settings like the number of processors or more RAM?