Debugging an Android app in Eclipse using the handset

Question

I am just starting to learn Android development using the Android SDK and Eclipse. I can get my HelloWorld starting app to run in the device emulator, but not on my Verizon Droid handset. I have downloaded the drivers for Windows 7 and I can see the files on the handset in Windows Explorer, so I'm assuming I have the drivers working. I have enabled the USB Debugging on the handset.

The problem is that when I set the Debug mode to Manual in Eclipse, I do not see my device in the "Choose device" list. What am I missing?

Answer 1

Try Installing Samsung Kies. When installing Kies, it utomatically install the drivers for your device.I faced the similar issue before insatalling kies, after installing it.my problem is slved, i am able to see the device in eclipse in DDMS perspective.

Answer 2

Before you connect the handset, do you have the handset drivers installed on the PC? If so, without running the Eclipse if you connect the handset to PC, does a pop up show up on bottom right saying "your drivers are installed and your device is ready to use"? (assuming windows development environment)

Before developing/testing on handset you should be able to seamlessly establish handset and PC connectivity. Only then will you be able to use handset for Android development.