Troubleshooting the ADB Rejected Shell Command (Getprop) Issue: Solutions and Tips

The Android Debug Bridge (ADB) is a versatile command-line tool that allows developers to communicate with and control Android devices. However, sometimes ADB may not work as expected, and you might encounter issues like the ADB rejected shell command (Getprop) error. In this guide, we will discuss the possible causes of this issue, solutions, and tips to avoid such problems in the future.

Table of Contents

1. Understanding the Getprop Issue
2. Possible Causes of the ADB Rejected Shell Command (Getprop) Issue
3. Solution: Fixing the ADB Rejected Shell Command (Getprop) Issue
4. Update ADB
5. Check Device Connection
6. Restart ADB Server
7. Verify the Getprop Command
8. FAQs
9. Related Links

Understanding the Getprop Issue

Getprop is an ADB shell command used to retrieve system properties on an Android device. The command returns a list of key-value pairs containing information about the device, such as the build version, serial number, and other properties. The ADB rejected shell command (Getprop) issue arises when the ADB shell rejects the Getprop command, resulting in an error or failure to retrieve the required information.

Possible Causes of the ADB Rejected Shell Command (Getprop) Issue

There are several reasons why the ADB rejected shell command (Getprop) issue might occur. Some common causes include:

1. Outdated ADB version
2. Device not connected properly
3. ADB server issues
4. Incorrect Getprop command usage

Solution: Fixing the ADB Rejected Shell Command (Getprop) Issue

Update ADB

An outdated ADB version could be the cause of the ADB rejected shell command (Getprop) issue. Make sure you have the latest version of the Android SDK Platform Tools installed on your system. You can update the ADB by following these steps:

1. Download the latest version of Android SDK Platform Tools from the official website.
2. Extract the downloaded file to a folder on your computer.
3. Add the extracted folder's path to your system's PATH environment variable.

Check Device Connection

Ensure that your Android device is connected properly to your development machine. You can do this by running the following command in the command prompt or terminal:

adb devices

If your device is not listed or shown as unauthorized, try reconnecting it, enabling USB debugging, or using a different USB cable.

Restart ADB Server

ADB server issues might cause the ADB rejected shell command (Getprop) problem. You can try restarting the ADB server by following these steps:

1. Open a command prompt or terminal.
2. Enter the following command to kill the existing ADB server:

adb kill-server

1. Restart the ADB server by entering the following command:

adb start-server

Verify the Getprop Command

Ensure that you are using the correct syntax for the Getprop command. The basic syntax is:

adb shell getprop [property_name]

For example, to retrieve the Android version, use the following command:

adb shell getprop ro.build.version.release

FAQs

1. How can I check the ADB version installed on my system?

To check the ADB version installed on your system, open a command prompt or terminal and enter the following command:

adb version

2. Can I use ADB without connecting my device via USB?

Yes, you can use ADB over Wi-Fi by connecting your device and development machine to the same network and following these steps:

1. Enable USB debugging on your Android device.
2. Connect the device to your development machine via USB.
3. Open a command prompt or terminal and enter the following command to set the device to listen for TCP/IP connections on port 5555:

adb tcpip 5555

1. Disconnect the USB cable and enter the following command to connect to the device over Wi-Fi using its IP address:

adb connect DEVICE_IP_ADDRESS

3. How can I list all available system properties on my Android device?

To list all available system properties on your Android device, run the following command:

adb shell getprop

4. Can I set a system property using ADB?

Yes, you can set a system property using ADB by running the following command:

adb shell setprop PROPERTY_NAME PROPERTY_VALUE

However, note that some properties might be read-only, and changes might not persist after a device reboot.

5. How can I find the IP address of my Android device?

To find the IP address of your Android device, you can either check the Wi-Fi settings on your device or run the following command:

adb shell ip route

Related Links

1. Android Debug Bridge (ADB) Official Documentation
2. A Guide to ADB and Fastboot
3. ADB Shell Commands: A Comprehensive Guide