How do I install the native devtools mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

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Native Devtools MCP Server

There's also a fourth, niche path: **AppDebugKit** (`app_connect` / `app_query` / `app_click`) for apps instrumented with the AppDebugKit library.

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What is the Native Devtools MCP Server?

There's also a fourth, niche path: AppDebugKit (app_connect / app_query / app_click) for apps instrumented with the AppDebugKit library. Mostly useful for

Credentials and setup notes

ADB installed on the host (brew install android-platform-tools on macOS, or via Android SDK). 2. USB debugging enabled on the device (Settings > Developer options > USB debugging). 3. ADB server running — starts automatically when you run adb devices.

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Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
android_list_devices	List all ADB-connected devices (always available)
android_connect	Connect to a device by serial number (always available)
android_disconnect	Disconnect from the current device
android_screenshot	Capture the device screen
android_find_text	Find UI elements by text (via uiautomator)
android_click	Tap at screen coordinates
android_swipe	Swipe between two points
android_type_text	Type text on the device
android_press_key	Press a key (e.g., KEYCODE_HOME, KEYCODE_BACK)
android_launch_app	Launch an app by package name
android_list_apps	List installed packages
android_get_display_info	Get screen resolution and density
android_get_current_activity	Get the current foreground activity

How to install the Native Devtools MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "native-devtools": {
      "command": "/Applications/NativeDevtools.app/Contents/MacOS/native-devtools-mcp"
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Configuration

ADB installed on the host (brew install android-platform-tools on macOS, or via Android SDK). 2. USB debugging enabled on the device (Settings > Developer options > USB debugging). 3. ADB server running — starts automatically when you run adb devices.

Example prompts to try

“Use Native Devtools MCP to android list devices.”
“Use Native Devtools MCP to android connect.”
“Use Native Devtools MCP to android disconnect.”

Frequently asked questions

There's also a fourth, niche path: **AppDebugKit** (`app_connect` / `app_query` / `app_click`) for apps instrumented with the AppDebugKit library. Mostly useful for Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.