ADB MCP Server

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

FAQ from ADB MCP Server

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.

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.

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.

How do I configure it with Claude Desktop?

Add the following to claude_desktop_config.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.

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.