Step 1: Install Android SDK
The first step is to download and install the Android SDK (Software Development Kit). You can find the official Android SDK on the Android Developers website. Make sure to select the correct version for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux) and follow the installation instructions provided by Google.
Step 2: Connect Your Device to the Computer
Using a USB cable, connect your broken screen Android device to your computer. Make sure the computer recognizes your device and installs the necessary drivers. You can check this by going to Device Manager on Windows or System Information on macOS. Ensure your device is listed under “Android Device” or “ADB Interface.”
Step 3: Open Command Prompt or Terminal
Next, you’ll need to open Command Prompt on Windows or Terminal on macOS/Linux. To do this, simply search for “Command Prompt” or “Terminal” in the Start menu or Launchpad, respectively. Click on the application to open it.
Step 4: Navigate to the Android SDK Platform-Tools Directory
Using the Command Prompt or Terminal, navigate to the directory where you installed the Android SDK Platform-Tools. This directory contains the necessary ADB (Android Debug Bridge) files.
For Windows users, you can use the following command:
cd C:\Path\to\platform-tools
For macOS/Linux users, use the following command:
cd /Path/to/platform-tools
Step 5: Enable USB Debugging via ADB
Once you’re in the Android SDK Platform-Tools directory, run the following command in Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (macOS/Linux) to enable USB debugging on your broken screen Android device:
adb devices
This command will list all the connected devices. If you see your device listed, it means ADB recognizes your device and you’re ready to enable USB debugging.
Next, enter the following command:
adb shell
This will open a shell session with your device.
Finally, enter the command below to enable USB debugging:
settings put global development_settings_enabled 1
Step 6: Verify USB Debugging Status
To confirm that USB debugging has been enabled successfully, enter the command:
settings get global development_settings_enabled
If the output is “1,” USB debugging is now enabled on your broken screen Android device.
Enabling USB debugging on an Android device with a broken screen may seem challenging, but with the help of the Android SDK Platform-Tools and ADB commands, it can be easily achieved. Following the step-by-step guide above, you can now proceed with various troubleshooting tasks on your Android device, even without a fully functioning screen.
Remember, USB debugging should only be enabled when necessary and for authorized purposes. Keep in mind that different Android versions and device models may have slight variations in the steps mentioned above, but the overall process remains the same.
By enabling USB debugging on your broken screen Android device, you gain access to a world of possibilities for diagnosing and resolving software issues. Happy debugging!