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Use device.adb(...) to send adb emu sensor set commands during a flow. This lets you simulate hardware sensor input and test how your app responds. 
import { device } from "@qawolf/flows/android";
See the Android emulator sensor documentation for available sensor names and value formats.
Sensor commands affect the emulator’s sensor state directly. They work on emulators only — not physical devices.

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Examples

Accelerometer 
await device.adb("emu sensor set acceleration 19:9.81:0");
Gyroscope 
await device.adb("emu sensor set gyroscope 0.00:0.00:1.00");
Light 
await device.adb("emu sensor set light 100");
Pressure 
await device.adb("emu sensor set pressure 10");

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When to use

  • Your app responds to device tilt or motion and you need to test that behavior.
  • Your app adjusts UI based on ambient light levels.
  • Your app reads barometric pressure for altitude or weather features.
  • Your app uses gyroscope data for orientation or gesture detection.
Last modified on June 4, 2026