Android SDK Platform Tools

Official ADB and fastboot tools for talking to Android devices.

FreeProprietaryWindowsmacOSLinuxCommand line
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1 more ways to get Android SDK Platform Tools

Package managers

  • Homebrewbrew install --cask android-platform-tools

About Android SDK Platform Tools

Platform Tools is Google's official package containing adb, fastboot and a few related utilities for debugging, sideloading, flashing images and unlocking bootloaders. It is a standalone download that does not require the full Android SDK.

Strengths

  • The official, always-current adb and fastboot binaries
  • Standalone download with no SDK or Android Studio needed

Limitations

  • Command line only, with no interface
  • Windows needs correct USB drivers before devices appear

Details

Pricing
FreeFree to download and use under Google's terms.
License
Proprietary
Developer
Google
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux, Command line
How it runs
Downloadable app
Best suited for
Official ADB and fastboot tools for talking to Android devices
Categories
Developer tools
Last verified
Added
Provenance
Selected from the TechWalrus Resource Hub (Android & Custom ROMs); facts checked against the developer's own pages, 2 sources on file.

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