What is ‘ADB is not recognized’ error in Windows 11?
In this article, we are going to discuss on How to fix ADB is not recognized Windows 11. You will be guided with easy steps/methods to resolve the issue. Let’s starts the discussion.
‘ADB – Android Debug Bridge’: ADB stands for Android Debug Bridge. ADB is versatile command-line tool that allows you to communicate with a device. The ADB command facilitates a variety of device actions such as installing and debugging apps, and it provides access to Unix shell that you can use to run a variety of command on device. This command-line too allows you to communicate with Android device connected via USB or emulator.
However, several users reported they faced ‘ADB is not recognized Windows 11’ or ‘ADB is not recognized’ error on their Windows 11 computer when tried to execute ADB Command. This issue indicates you are unable to execute ADB command in Command Prompt on Windows 10/11 computer for some reasons, and when you try to execute, you receive the following error message.
“‘adb’ is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file.”
There could be several reasons behind the issue including bad drier insulation or a corrupt/missing file in ADB installation folder, or ADB command can’t be found, missing or corrupted ADB drivers, incorrect ADB drivers configuration, outdated ADB drivers, issue with USB cables and connection, and other issues. It is possible to fix the issue with our instructions. Let’s go for the solution.
How to fix ADB is not recognized Windows 11?
Method 1: Add System Path for ADB
One possible way to fix the issue is to add a system path for ADB in computer.
Step 1: Open ‘Control Panel’ in Windows PC via Windows Search Box and go to ‘System > Advanced System settings’
Step 2: Select ‘Advanced’ tab in dialog box that pops up and click ‘Environment variables’
Step 3: Under ‘System Variables’, click on any item and select ‘New’. Under ‘Variable Name’, type ‘path’, click ‘Browse Directory’ to select the folder and click ‘Ok’ button to save the changes, and check if it works for you.
Method 2: Execute ADB command from Installation folder
Step 1: Open ‘File Explorer’ in Windows PC and go to ADB Command tool installation folder. Type ‘cmd’ in address bar and hit ‘Enter’ key
Step 2: Right-click on empty space and select ‘Open Powershel window here’ and now try running ADB commands and check if the issue is resolved.
Method 3: Enable USB Debugging in your phone
This issue can be occurred if USB Debugging option is not enabled in your Android phone connected to computer. You can enable USB Debugging option in phone in order to fix.
Step 1: On your Android phone, go to ‘Settings > About Phone’ and select ‘Software Information’
Step 2: Tap on ‘Build Number’ 7 times to enable Developer Mode and go back to ‘Developer’ options to enable USB Debugging. Once done, check if it works for you.
Method 4: Install or update ADB driver
You can also try to fix the issue by installing or updating ADB drivers in your computer. To do so, you can go to ‘https://adbdriver.com/downloads/’ page in your browser and download & install latest version of driver from there. Once installed/updated, check if the issue is resolved.
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Conclusion
I am sure this post helped you on How to fix ADB is not recognized Windows 11 with several easy steps/methods. You can read & follow our instructions to do so. That’s all. For any suggestions or queries, please write on comment box below.
