Run and Test App on Real Device from Android Studio (USB Debugging)

Running and testing your app on a real device is essential to ensure that everything works as expected. In this article, we will guide you through the process of running and testing your app on a real device from Android Studio using USB Debugging.

Step 1: Enable USB Debugging on your device

Before you can run and test your app on a real device, you need to enable USB Debugging on your Android device. To do this, go to Settings > About Phone and tap on the Build Number multiple times until you see a message that says “You are now a developer.” Then, go to Developer Options and enable USB Debugging.

Step 2: Connect your device to your computer

Connect your Android device to your computer using a USB cable. Make sure that you have the necessary drivers installed for your device on your computer.

Step 3: Configure Android Studio

Open Android Studio and open the project that you want to test on a real device. Go to the “Run” menu and select “Edit Configurations.” In the “Target Device” section, select “USB Device” as the deployment target.

Step 4: Run and test your app

Click on the green “Run” button in Android Studio to build and run your app on the connected device. You should see your app launching on the device, and you can test all the features and functionalities to ensure everything is working correctly.

Conclusion

Testing your app on a real device is crucial to ensure that it works as expected. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily run and test your app on a real device from Android Studio using USB Debugging.