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To connect to ADB over Wi-Fi without a USB cable, use the wireless debugging feature on Android 11+ devices. This involves pairing the device using a TLS-encrypted pairing code and then connecting to the discovered debug port over the local network.

mDNS discovery for wireless debugging is the process of finding available Android debug services on a local network. It simplifies device identification by using Openscreen or Bonjour backends to automatically locate active wireless debugging ports.

Yes, you need ADB v34 or higher for optimal mDNS backend compatibility during Android 11 wireless pairing. Proper network configuration is also required to ensure the modern TLS-encrypted pairing process completes successfully.

Yes, you can use legacy TCP/IP debugging instead of TLS pairing. This skill supports both modern TLS-encrypted pairing workflows and legacy TCP/IP debugging connections to accommodate various network environments and older device workflows.

Your wireless ADB connection may be failing due to network restrictions or mDNS configuration issues. Troubleshooting involves verifying local network settings, ensuring proper mDNS backend support, and checking that the device's wireless debugging is active.

To pair an Android device using a pairing code, initiate the wireless debugging flow and input the generated code along with the device's IP address and port. This automates the Android 11+ TLS authentication process.