Install the Google USB Driver (Windows only) Tap Developer options and then tap the USB debugging toggle to turn it on.

If you don't see Developer options, tap Advanced options.

Return to Settings and then tap System > Developer options.

You know you succeeded when you see a You are now a developer! message.

If prompted, enter your device password or pin.

On your Android device, tap Settings > About phone.

To show developer options and enable USB debugging: To let Android Studio communicate with your Android device, you must enable USB debugging in the Developer options settings of the device. You can also skip the video and start the codelab instructions right away. It's recommended to expand the video to full screen (with this icon in the lower right corner of the video) so you can see Android Studio and the code more clearly. If you'd like to watch one of the course instructors complete the codelab, play the below video. Note: If you need help to determine which kind of USB ports your computer and Android device have, and the corresponding cable that you need, see USB.

(Optional) A USB cable to connect your Android device to your computer through their USB ports.

An Android device, such as a phone or tablet running Lollipop or later.

An app project set up in Android Studio.

Android Studio downloaded and installed on your computer.

How to connect and run an app in Android Studio on a physical Android device.

How to enable your Android device to run apps from Android Studio.

Ability to open and adjust settings on your Android device.

Basic knowledge of how to use Android Studio.

Note that Android Studio gets updated and sometimes the UI changes so it is okay if your Android Studio looks a little different than what is shown on the screen. You can either connect your device with a cable or with Wi-Fi. In this codelab, you learn how to connect your app in Android Studio to your physical Android device.

Android studio connect device wifi