ADB Device Manager Documentation

Mirror your Android screen onto Desktop using low-latency scrcpy with full mouse and keyboard control. Perfect for presentations, demos, and remote device management.

Stream device audio directly to Desktop in real time. Listen to music, app sounds, or any audio from your Android device through your PC speakers.

Use your PC keyboard and mouse to control your Android device. Type messages, navigate apps, and interact with your device using familiar desktop peripherals.

A desktop-style Android environment similar to Samsung DeX. Transform your phone into a full desktop experience with multi-window support, virtual displays (1080p-4K), and three performance modes (60-120 FPS).

Run multiple Android apps at once with independent audio channels. Each app window runs separately, allowing true multitasking on your desktop.

Control media playback with album art and track info. Play, pause, skip tracks, and adjust volume directly from your Desktop.

Receive and manage notifications from Android in real time. View all your phone notifications on your PC, reply to messages, and dismiss alerts.

Browse device photos via Wi-Fi using the helper app. View, download, and manage your phone's photo library directly from your Desktop PC.

Transfer files quickly from Desktop to Android over local Wi-Fi. Drag and drop files to send them to your phone without cables or complicated setup.

Install APK files directly from your PC. Drag and drop APK files or browse to install apps on your Android device without transferring files manually.

View the Android camera feed on Desktop. Use your phone as a webcam, security camera, or for any purpose requiring remote camera access.

ADB extracts system-level contacts from your device. APP mode loads them faster with a rich UI. View, search, and manage your contacts from your PC.

Retrieve and view call logs efficiently. ADB pulls call logs from your device, while APP mode provides instant API-based results with a polished interface.

ADB extracts SMS messages from your device. APP mode shows conversations in real time with a messaging-style interface for easy browsing.

Handles all file transfers between the app and the Desktop software. This system includes a built-in browser-based interface that allows users without the mobile app to transfer files easily. By scanning a QR code, users can open a secure web link to upload or download files directly over the local network.

Enables wireless audio streaming from any Android device to Desktop via Bluetooth. Your PC functions as an audio receiver, allowing your phone to stream media, calls, and notification sounds directly to the desktop.

Android 14 and newer versions impose stricter background process limitations. Sideloaded apps may require manual permission grants via "Allow restricted settings". Some real-time features may be affected when the companion app is in background.

Audio mirroring may have a slight delay (50-200ms) especially over Wi-Fi. This is inherent to the streaming process. For synchronization-critical tasks, use USB connection which provides lower latency.

Some Android manufacturers (especially Xiaomi MIUI, Samsung One UI) restrict SMS access to system apps. ADB extraction works on most devices, but APP Mode SMS sync may be limited on certain brands.

Multi-window display behavior varies significantly between Android versions and OEM implementations. Split-screen and freeform modes may not be supported on all devices. Best experience is on Android 12+.

Wireless connections depend on your network quality. Unstable Wi-Fi, router issues, or network congestion can cause disconnections. For the most stable experience, use USB connection or ensure a strong Wi-Fi signal.

While you can view and dismiss notifications, interactive notification actions (like "Reply" or "Mark as read") may not work on all apps due to Android security restrictions on third-party notification listeners.

Screen mirroring uses hardware video encoding. Some older devices or devices with limited codec support may experience reduced frame rates or quality. scrcpy falls back to software encoding when needed.

Audio streaming involves encoding on the phone, transmitting over USB/Wi-Fi, and decoding on Desktop. Network latency, encoding overhead, and buffer settings all contribute to delay. Try using USB for lower latency, or adjust the audio buffer in settings if available.

Wireless ADB connections can drop due to: unstable Wi-Fi, phone going to sleep, battery optimization killing the app, or network changes. Disable battery optimization for the companion app and keep your phone's "Stay awake while charging" option enabled in Developer Options.

Check that Notification Access permission is granted in Android Settings → Apps → Special Access → Notification Access. On Android 14+, you may also need to "Allow restricted settings" for the companion app. Ensure the app is not being killed by battery optimization.

App Mode provides deep integration: notifications require Notification Listener, automation features use Accessibility Service, file transfer needs Storage access, etc. Each permission directly maps to a feature. We only request what's needed for functionality — no data is collected or sent anywhere.

This is an Android security feature. When ADB tries to access screen capture or audio, Android shows a permission dialog. This is normal and expected — simply accept to allow mirroring. The prompt may appear each time you start mirroring on some devices.

Yes! ADB Mode features (screen mirroring, audio, APK install, camera) work with just USB Debugging enabled — no companion app needed. The companion app is only required for APP Mode features like notifications, media control, and real-time file sync.

All data stays completely local. Communication happens directly between your Android device and your Desktop PC over your local network or USB. There is no cloud, no external servers, and no data collection. See our Security & Privacy section for details.