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ADB MCP Server

@watabee

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MIT

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watabee

About ADB MCP Server

MCP Server for Android Debug Bridge (ADB), enabling Claude to interact with Android devices.

#android#adb#mcp-server

ADB MCP Server config

No standard config provided

This server doesn't expose a parseable MCP config block in its README. See the repository for install instructions.

Repository

ADB MCP Server tools

9

List of connected devices with their details

List of packages based on specified filters

Text input confirmation

Installation result

Uninstallation result

Operation result

File transfer result

File transfer result

Screenshot capture result

Overview

What is ADB MCP Server?

An MCP server for Android Debug Bridge (ADB) that enables Claude to interact with Android devices. It provides tools for device management, app control, file operations, and permission handling.

How to use ADB MCP Server?

Install ADB (Platform Tools), enable USB debugging on your Android device, then clone the repository, install dependencies, and build the project. Configure it in Claude Desktop by adding the server to claude_desktop_config.json with the path to the ADB executable.

Key features of ADB MCP Server

  • List connected Android devices with details
  • Install, uninstall, and manage APK packages
  • Grant, revoke, and reset app permissions
  • Push and pull files between computer and device
  • Take screenshots and remove files on device
  • Start activities and control ADB server processes

Use cases of ADB MCP Server

  • Automated app testing and installation on Android devices
  • Permission management for debugging or security auditing
  • File transfer and data extraction from Android devices
  • Performing device operations without manual ADB commands

Frequently asked questions

1

What is required to use ADB MCP Server?

ADB must be installed and added to the system PATH. USB debugging must be enabled on the Android device. The server is built with Node.js and requires the `mcp-server-adb` repository.

2

How do I target a specific device?

All tools accept optional `deviceId`, `useUsb` (for USB devices), and `useEmulator` (for emulators) parameters to select the target device.

3

What tools are available?

The server offers 17 tools, including `get-devices`, `list-packages`, `install-apk`, `uninstall-apk`, `pull`, `push`, `screencap`, `rm`, `grant-permission`, `revoke-permission`, `start-activity`, and ADB server control.

4

How do I configure it with Claude Desktop?

Add the following to `claude_desktop_config.json`: ```json { "mcpServers": { "adb": { "command": "node", "args": ["-y", "/path/to/mcp-server-adb/build/index.js", "/path/to/adb"] } } } ``` Replace `/path/to/adb` with the actual ADB path.

5

Can I test without a physical device?

Yes, the server supports Android emulators via the `useEmulator` parameter. The `get-devices` tool will list them when connected.

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