MCP Server Adb

What is mcp-server-adb?

mcp-server-adb is a TypeScript-based Model Context Protocol server that enables AI assistants to control Android devices through Android Debug Bridge (ADB) commands. It provides resources for device discovery, tools for device operations, and prompts for device and app analysis.

How to use mcp-server-adb?

Install Node.js 16+ and ensure ADB is available in your PATH. Clone the repository, run npm install and npm run build. Then add the built server (path to build/index.js) to the mcpServers section of your Claude Desktop configuration file (claude_desktop_config.json). Enable USB debugging on your Android device and connect it via USB or network ADB.

Key features of mcp-server-adb

• Resources for device list, info, packages, and screenshots
• Tools to connect/disconnect devices, tap, swipe, input text, and press keys
• Take screenshots directly via a dedicated tool
• Prompts for analyzing device status, installed apps, and screen content
• Coming soon: install, uninstall, start, and stop applications

Use cases of mcp-server-adb

• Automate repetitive device interactions like taps and text input during testing
• Capture and analyze screen content for debugging or UI verification
• Retrieve detailed device information and installed package lists for inventory
• Enable AI-driven remote control of Android devices for diagnostics