Resolving Connectivity Issues with ADB Over WiFi

Resolving Connectivity Issues with ADB Over WiFi

30 November 2024 Stephan Petzl Leave a comment Tech-Help

Connecting your Android device to your development environment via ADB over WiFi can significantly streamline your workflow, especially when dealing with limited USB ports or developing applications that require wireless testing. However, this process can sometimes be fraught with connectivity issues. In this guide, we will explore effective methods for resolving these common problems.

Initial Troubleshooting Steps

To establish a successful connection between your computer and Android device using ADB over WiFi, follow these steps:

  1. Ensure that Aggressive Wi-Fi to Cellular handover is disabled in your device’s developer options.
  2. Continuously ping your device from your computer to prevent it from entering network idle mode. Use the command ping -t 192.168.1.10 on Windows.
  3. If the device does not respond to pings, toggle the Android WiFi off and on, then try again.
  4. Once the device responds, connect it via USB, and run the following commands:
  • adb usb
  • adb tcpip 5555
  • adb connect 192.168.1.10:5555

If the connection is still not established, try switching the USB connection mode between MTP, PTP, or Camera and repeat the process.

Advanced Configuration

If initial troubleshooting does not resolve the issue, consider these additional configurations:

  • Disable any active VPN connections that might interfere with the WiFi link.
  • Restart the Android device and your development environment IDE, such as Android Studio.
  • Use command adb shell ip addr show wlan0 to verify your device’s IP address.
  • Ensure that the correct IP address is used when issuing the adb connect command.

Wireless Debugging Setup

For devices running newer Android versions, the process may involve pairing your device. Here’s how:

  1. Enable both USB Debugging and Wireless Debugging in Developer Options.
  2. Select Pair device using a pairing code and note the IP address and port.
  3. On your computer, execute the pairing with adb pair ip:port pairing-code followed by adb connect ip:port.

Leveraging Repeato for Streamlined Testing

As you navigate through these solutions, consider enhancing your testing efficiency with Repeato, a no-code test automation tool designed for iOS and Android. Repeato’s integration with ADB allows you to execute commands seamlessly, ensuring your tests are both precise and flexible. With features like script steps for timed ADB command sequences, Repeato provides a robust environment for managing and automating your testing workflows.

For further insights and detailed guidance on configuring virtual test devices, visit our documentation section.

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