stop-emulator

Stops a specified Android emulator (AVD) by name or serial using adb.

Updated Jan 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/powdream/claude-plugins --skill stop-emulator
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: stop-emulator
Source: https://github.com/powdream/claude-plugins/tree/main/plugins/android-tools/skills/stop-emulator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/powdream/claude-plugins --skill stop-emulator

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires adb, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Stop a running Android emulator (AVD) when it's no longer needed or preventing resource conflicts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Stop an emulator by AVD name or serial from a single command.
  • Resolve conflicts when multiple emulators are running or when an emulator becomes unresponsive.
  • Use case: You need to shut down an emulator after tests to free system resources.

Quick Start

Stop a running emulator by AVD name or serial. Example: bash <skill-directory>/scripts/stop-emulator.sh Pixel_6_API_33 or bash <skill-directory>/scripts/stop-emulator.sh emulator-5554

Frequently Asked Questions about stop-emulator

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I stop a running Android emulator from the command line?

You can stop a specific Android emulator by passing its AVD name or serial to the shell script, which detects the running instances and terminates the selected one.

How do I shut down an unresponsive Android emulator during a testing pipeline?

Shutting down an unresponsive Android emulator during testing pipelines is handled by targeting its specific serial, allowing you to resolve conflicts and terminate the hung instance for resource cleanup.

Can I stop a specific Android emulator when multiple AVDs are running?

Yes, you can stop a specific Android emulator when multiple AVDs are running by providing the exact AVD name or device serial to the command-line script for targeted termination.

Do I need ADB to stop an Android emulator via the command line?

Yes, you need the ADB tool installed to stop an Android emulator, as the script relies on ADB to detect running instances and terminate the selected AVD.

What is the best way to free system resources after Android emulator tests?

The best way to free system resources after Android emulator tests is to stop the running AVD by name or serial using a command-line script, ensuring the emulator is properly shut down.