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ADB Usage ​

ADB (Android Debug Bridge) is a command-line tool used for communication between a computer and an Android device. It supports app installation, debugging, file transfer, log viewing, and device control via USB or network.

Install ADB ​

Visit the link ADB Download and select the corresponding platform to download the ADB software.

Verify the ADB Environment ​

Open Terminal in the ADB folder directory and enter adb. If the relevant command descriptions of ADB are output, the environment is normal.

Basic ADB Commands ​

shell
# View currently connected devices
adb devices

# If multiple devices are detected
adb -s [device ID] [other commands]

# Install an APK file
adb install xxx.apk

# Transfer files:
# Transfer files from PC to the device's SDCard
adb push [PC file path] /sdcard

# Download files from the device to PC
adb pull [file path on device] 

# Enter the shell environment
adb shell

# Restart the device
adb reboot