Android ADB MCP Server
Enables programmatic control of Android devices via ADB, supporting UI automation, app management, screen capture with OCR, and file transfers through the Model Context Protocol. It allows MCP-compatible clients like Claude Desktop and Cursor to inte
What is Android ADB MCP Server?
Android ADB MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to enables programmatic control of android devices via adb, supporting ui automation, app management, screen capture with ocr, and file transfers through the model context protocol. it allows mcp-compati...
Enables programmatic control of Android devices via ADB, supporting UI automation, app management, screen capture with OCR, and file transfers through the Model Context Protocol. It allows MCP-compatible clients like Claude Desktop and Cursor to inte
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Features
- Enables programmatic control of Android devices via ADB, sup
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
Manual Installation
npx android-adb-mcp-serverConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
How to Set Up and Use Android ADB MCP Server
Android ADB MCP Server bridges AI assistants with Android devices over the Android Debug Bridge, enabling LLMs like Claude to automate development and testing workflows without manual ADB commands. It exposes tools for listing connected devices, executing shell commands, installing and uninstalling APKs, managing files, launching applications, and capturing screenshots with OCR. Android developers and QA engineers use it to let Claude drive device testing, investigate app behaviour, and automate repetitive device interactions.
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or later installed
- Android Debug Bridge (ADB) installed and in your PATH — part of the Android SDK Platform Tools
- An Android device or emulator with USB debugging enabled and authorised
- An MCP-compatible client such as Claude Desktop or Cursor
Install ADB and enable USB debugging
Download Android SDK Platform Tools from developer.android.com and ensure 'adb' is available in your terminal. On your Android device go to Settings > Developer options and enable USB Debugging, then connect via USB and accept the authorisation prompt.
adb devicesVerify device connection
Run adb devices to confirm your device appears as 'device' (not 'unauthorized'). Only proceed once the device is fully authorised.
adb devices
# Expected output:
# List of devices attached
# emulator-5554 deviceAdd the server to Claude Desktop config
Edit claude_desktop_config.json to register the Android ADB MCP server using the scoped npm package.
{
"mcpServers": {
"android-adb": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@landicefu/android-adb-mcp-server"]
}
}
}Restart Claude Desktop
Fully quit and reopen Claude Desktop so it starts the ADB MCP server process.
Use the exposed ADB tools
The server exposes: adb_devices, adb_shell, adb_install, adb_uninstall, adb_list_packages, adb_pull, adb_push, launch_app, take_screenshot_and_save, and take_screenshot_and_copy_to_clipboard. Ask Claude to use these to interact with your connected Android device.
Android ADB MCP Server Examples
Client configuration
Claude Desktop configuration block for the Android ADB MCP server.
{
"mcpServers": {
"android-adb": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@landicefu/android-adb-mcp-server"],
"env": {},
"disabled": false
}
}
}Prompts to try
Example prompts that drive Android device automation through Claude.
- "List all Android devices currently connected via ADB."
- "Take a screenshot of my device and describe what's on the screen."
- "Install the APK at /Users/me/Downloads/myapp.apk on the connected device."
- "List all installed packages on my Android device and find any related to 'camera'."
- "Launch the Settings app on the connected device."
- "Pull the file /sdcard/DCIM/photo.jpg from the device and save it to my desktop."Troubleshooting Android ADB MCP Server
adb_devices returns an empty list or 'unauthorized' device
Ensure USB debugging is enabled on the device under Settings > Developer Options. Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable, then accept the 'Allow USB debugging?' prompt on the device screen. Run 'adb kill-server && adb start-server' to reset the ADB daemon.
npx fails to find @landicefu/android-adb-mcp-server
Ensure you have a working npm registry connection. Run 'npm view @landicefu/android-adb-mcp-server' to confirm the package exists. If behind a corporate proxy set npm's proxy settings with 'npm config set proxy http://...'.
take_screenshot_and_save produces a blank or black image
Some apps block screenshots via FLAG_SECURE. Try with a different app. Also check that the device screen is unlocked and active — a locked or sleeping screen may produce a blank capture.
Frequently Asked Questions about Android ADB MCP Server
What is Android ADB MCP Server?
Android ADB MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that enables programmatic control of android devices via adb, supporting ui automation, app management, screen capture with ocr, and file transfers through the model context protocol. it allows mcp-compatible clients like claude desktop and cursor to inte It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install Android ADB MCP Server?
Follow the installation instructions on the Android ADB MCP Server GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with Android ADB MCP Server?
Android ADB MCP Server works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is Android ADB MCP Server free to use?
Yes, Android ADB MCP Server is open source and available under the ISC License license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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