Getting started

Add Device Capabilities (plugins)

Apache Cordova uses plugins to provide access to native device capabilities that aren't available to simple web apps; capabilities like the file system, camera, accelerometer or device contacts.

To add device capabilities, open config.xml in your project root. This will launch the App Configuration Manager where you'll find a Plugins tab offering core plugins validated by Microsoft. You can also add custom plugins from any of the hundreds created by the community.

Try adding this custom test plugin now: https://github.com/MSOpenTech/cordova-plugin-test

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Build & Run (on emulators and devices)

You can build & deploy your app to devices and emulators running Android, iOS, Windows, and Windows Phone.

Most developers prefer to work in the browser when they're just getting started. The Ripple emulator runs in Chrome and is the default deploy target for new projects. Try it now by pressing the "play" button in the toolbar with Ripple selected. Chrome will open and load your application.

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