Resolving Connectivity Issues with Android Studio’s Wi-Fi Pairing

Resolving Connectivity Issues with Android Studio's Wi-Fi Pairing

30 November 2024 Stephan Petzl Leave a comment Tech-Help

Connecting an Android device to Android Studio via Wi-Fi can sometimes be challenging, particularly when using the latest versions like Android Studio BumbleBee. If you’re experiencing issues with pairing your Android 11 device, this guide will help you navigate through potential solutions.

Common Troubleshooting Steps

Before delving into more complex solutions, ensure the following basic configurations are in place:

  • Ensure your Android device has Wireless Debugging enabled under Developer Options.
  • Both your Android device and development machine should be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
  • Disable any firewall settings that might block the connection.

Step-by-Step Solution

One of the most effective methods involves using ADB commands directly. Follow these steps:

  1. Open your phone’s settings and enable Wireless Debugging.
  2. Select Pair device with pairing code on your phone and keep this screen open.
  3. Open a terminal on your development machine and navigate to the platform-tools directory. You can do this by typing:
  4. cd %LOCALAPPDATA%\Android\sdk\platform-tools
  5. Enter the following command, replacing <PHONE_IP> and <PHONE_PORT> with the appropriate values displayed on your phone:
  6. adb pair <PHONE_IP>:<PHONE_PORT>
  7. Input the pairing code when prompted.
  8. Finally, connect to the device using:
  9. adb connect <PHONE_IP>:<PORT_PROVIDED>

    Android Studio should automatically detect the connection.

Additional Tips

If the above steps do not resolve the issue, consider these additional tips:

  • Restart your phone and development machine.
  • Toggle the Wireless Debugging setting off and on again on your phone.
  • Ensure your Android Studio and SDK tools are up to date.

Enhancing Your Testing Workflow with Repeato

For developers looking to streamline their testing process, Repeato offers a robust solution. Repeato is a no-code test automation tool for iOS and Android, allowing you to create, run, and maintain automated tests efficiently. Its integration with ADB commands can help you manage Wi-Fi connections seamlessly, making your testing workflow more efficient.

Learn more about setting up your testing environment and leveraging Repeato’s capabilities in our documentation.

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