Using Java Native Interface with libcef.so

[wrightpt]

Just wondering if calling the main function in CEF will be an issue without the executable? I know it may be ignorant question.


I am building for Android using cmake with gradle. I see in the Cmakelist.txt that there are executables that are made. Would eliminating these and calling the main function from a Java native interface be an issue?

[magreenblatt]

There are Java wrappers for CEF. See for example https://bitbucket.org/chromiumembedded/java-cef.

You will not be able to build CEF for Android without significant changes to the CEF source code.

[wrightpt]

Can I ask why not if you do not mind? what are the major hurdles?



This post shed some light and he has project on github.
http://www.magpcss.org/ceforum/viewtopi ... =6&t=12892

[wrightpt]

If I port GTK library to Android, I assume that is not enough

[magreenblatt]

CEF on Linux has desktop dependencies including X11, etc.

If you're using KitKat or newer you can try the WebView for Android. There are also a Chromium-based Android WebView replacement: https://github.com/pwnall/chromeview

[wrightpt]

I tried all of these and crosswalk. Nothing lets me set the referrer like CEF though

[wrightpt]

If i port desktop dependencies, is that the major hurdle? please elaborate?

This a project I really want to exist

[wrightpt]

Do you think I should stop the project?

[magreenblatt]

Do you think I should stop the project?

That depends on your skill level and how much time you're willing to spend on it. Someone familiar with Linux and Android can probably implement it in a few weeks/months. However, you will need to figure it out for yourself.