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How to see the trace/log in a JellyBean device


I am testing an Android apk in my JellyBean tab (Its a relatively new one in the market, I cant get the drivers and their technical help is also quite useless).

The problem is :

I want to see the log/trace files.

LogCat or any other similar apps can't see the log in Jellybean.

I can't see my tab under adb devices.

The Power + Volume button pressing stops the tab.

Is there any way I can see the log, without rooting the device (I am fairly new to Android, and don't feel very confident doing so)

I can see a “Select debug app” and “Wait for debugger” menu in the tab. Can they be used to debug the application?


Solution

  • Is there any way I can see the log, without rooting the device

    No, other than to get and install the ADB driver for your device from the manufacturer.

    The version is 4.1.1, I think the developer mode is from 4.2

    The change to READ_LOGS was introduced in Android 4.1 IIRC.