Android ADB MCP Server
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A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that enables AI assistants to interact with Android devices through the Android Debug Bridge (ADB). This server bridges the gap between AI capabilities and Android device management, allowing for seamless automation of Android development and testing operations.
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What is Android ADB MCP Server?
The Android ADB MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol server that allows AI assistants to control and interact with Android devices via ADB. It acts as a bridge, enabling AI to automate tasks on Android devices for development, testing, and other purposes.
How to use Android ADB MCP Server?
To use the server, add its configuration to your MCP configuration file (e.g., claude_desktop_config.json). Ensure ADB is installed and in your system PATH. Restart your AI assistant to load the new server configuration. Then, use the available tools (e.g., adb_shell, adb_install) with appropriate parameters.
Key features of Android ADB MCP Server
Connect to and manage multiple Android devices
Execute shell commands on Android devices
Install and uninstall applications
Push and pull files between local system and Android devices
Launch applications on Android devices
Take screenshots and save them locally or copy to clipboard
Smart device selection when multiple devices are connected
Use cases of Android ADB MCP Server
Automated Android testing
Remote device management
Application installation and uninstallation
Data transfer between device and computer
Screenshot capture for documentation
AI-driven Android application control
FAQ from Android ADB MCP Server
ADB is not available error
ADB is not available error
Ensure ADB is installed and in your system PATH. Verify by running adb version in your terminal
No Android devices connected error
No Android devices connected error
Check if your device is properly connected with adb devices. Ensure USB debugging is enabled on your device. Try restarting ADB with adb kill-server followed by adb start-server
Multiple devices connected error
Multiple devices connected error
Specify the device_id parameter in your tool call. Get the list of available devices with the adb_devices tool
Screenshot to clipboard not working
Screenshot to clipboard not working
Ensure the required platform-specific tools are installed
How do I specify the output path for screenshots?
How do I specify the output path for screenshots?
Absolute paths are used as-is, paths starting with ~ are expanded to the user's home directory, and relative paths are resolved relative to the user's home directory.