what is it and how to activate it on Android

If you are passionate about the Android world, you may have read or heard about the USB debugging. This connection mode, which is mainly done via cable, is perfect for carrying out some advanced tasks on your device. What exactly do we mean when we talk about USB debugging? What are the main uses of this setting? How can you activate it on your device? Next, we give you the answer to these questions.

What is USB debugging and what is it for

USB debugging mode, also known in English as USB Debugging, is a type of connection that is focused on application developers. Thanks to it, you can access some areas of the system necessary for creating software.

It also opens the door to device control by ADB commands, which is the acronym for Android Debug Bridge. In this case, you need to install the Android SDK or a reduced version, called Minimal Fastboot and ADB. After successful configuration, the system may be asked to install applications, restart the phone, or enter Fastboot mode. Likewise, you will be able to extract screenshots, verify operating system information and copy documents into internal memory. All this is possible using the ADB commands, which must be written and executed from your computer, in the system console or in the terminal.

How to enable USB debugging on Android

Activating USB debugging on Android is a simple process, without too many complications. The first step is to activate the developer options. To do this, visit the section About phone of your device.

About phone menu

Then, locate the build number, which is usually at the bottom of the list, and click repeatedly on it until you receive a confirmation message.

Build number

Now go to System.

Access system options

Tap on Developer Options.

Access developer options on Android

There, search Android debugging and activate the slider that you will see to the right of the sentence.

Enable USB debugging on Android

Once this is done, the developer options will have already been activated. Now, simply connect your device to your computer via USB. Next, use the appropriate software, mentioned earlier in this article, to control your device using commands. Don’t forget that you will most likely need to authorize the connection. You must do it by clicking on Allow, in the pop-up message that will appear on the screen of your device.