30 November 2024 Leave a comment Tech-Help
Debugging Android applications over Wi-Fi is a convenient way to develop apps without the constraints of a USB cable. This guide will walk you through the steps to set up your Android device for wireless debugging, ensuring a seamless development experience.
Step-by-Step Guide to Connect via Wi-Fi
- Initial Setup with USB: First, connect your Android device to your computer using a USB cable. Ensure that USB debugging is enabled in the Developer Options on your device.
- Enable Wi-Fi Debugging: Open a terminal or command prompt on your computer and run the following command to enable TCP/IP mode on your device:
adb tcpip 5555
This command sets your device to listen for a connection on port 5555.
- Find the Device IP Address: To connect wirelessly, you need your device’s IP address. Run the following command:
adb shell ip -f inet addr show
This will display your device’s IP address. Note it down.
- Connect to the Device: With the USB cable still connected, execute:
adb connect :5555
Replace
<DEVICE_IP_ADDRESS>with the IP address you noted earlier. - Disconnect USB: You can now safely disconnect the USB cable. Your device should remain connected via Wi-Fi for debugging.
- Revert to USB Mode (Optional): When you’re done, you can switch back to USB mode by running:
adb usb
Precautions
While wireless debugging is convenient, it also poses security risks. Ensure that you only enable this feature on a trusted network to prevent unauthorized access to your device.
Troubleshooting
If you encounter connectivity issues, verify that both your computer and Android device are on the same Wi-Fi network. If the connection drops, try the following commands to reset the connection:
adb disconnect
adb connect :5555
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For further reading on related topics, visit our articles on granting app permissions using ADB and resolving ADB device detection issues on macOS.
