Android ADB Interface Driver for Windows 10 64-bit
The Android Debug Bridge (ADB) is a versatile tool that allows you to communicate with your Android device from your computer. This is essential for various tasks, including:
- Installing and debugging apps
- Flashing custom ROMs and recoveries
- Backing up and restoring your device
- Transferring files between your device and computer
To use ADB, you need to install the Android ADB Interface Driver on your Windows 10 64-bit computer. This driver enables communication between your computer and your Android device.
How to install the Android ADB Interface Driver:
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Download the Android SDK Platform-Tools: The ADB driver is included in the Android SDK Platform-Tools package. You can download it from the Android Developer website.
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Extract the downloaded file: After downloading, extract the contents of the zip file to a location of your choice.
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Install the driver:
- Open Device Manager: Right-click the Start menu and select Device Manager.
- Connect your Android device to your computer: Ensure your device is connected via USB and enabled for USB debugging.
- Locate your device: Look for your device under Portable Devices or Other Devices. It may be listed with an exclamation mark, indicating a driver issue.
- Right-click your device: Choose Update Driver.
- Browse my computer for driver software: Select this option.
- Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer: Choose this option.
- Have Disk: Click this button.
- Browse: Navigate to the extracted platform-tools folder and select the usb_driver folder.
- Select the .inf file: Choose the appropriate .inf file for your device.
- Click Next: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the driver installation.
Verifying the Driver Installation:
- Open a command prompt: Type cmd in the search bar and press Enter.
- Navigate to the platform-tools folder: Type cd [path to platform-tools folder] and press Enter.
- Run the adb command: Type adb devices and press Enter.
If the installation was successful, you should see a list of connected devices with their serial numbers.
Troubleshooting:
- Ensure USB debugging is enabled: Go to Settings > System > Developer Options on your device and enable USB debugging.
- Try different USB ports: Test connecting your device to a different USB port on your computer.
- Update your device drivers: You may need to update your device drivers through your device manufacturer's website.
- Restart your computer and device: Sometimes a simple restart can resolve driver issues.
By following these steps, you can successfully install the Android ADB Interface Driver on your Windows 10 64-bit computer and unlock the full potential of ADB.