Intermediate 6 min read Updated: 2026-09-07

How to Use Your Phone as a Wi-Fi Mouse & Keyboard for Android TV (No Server on TV)

Turn your Android smartphone into a high-precision Wi-Fi mouse pointer, fast typing keyboard, and responsive remote trackpad for Android TV, Google TV, Xiaomi Mi Box, and Fire TV with zero server app needed on your television.

Prerequisites & Requirements

  • Android TV, Google TV, Xiaomi Mi Box, Nvidia Shield, or Amazon Fire TV Stick
  • Android smartphone connected to the same local 2.4GHz / 5GHz Wi-Fi router
  • Network Debugging / ADB Debugging enabled in TV Developer Options
  • Android TV Mouse and Keyboard app installed on your phone (Google Play)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Install "Android TV Mouse and Keyboard" on Your Phone

Download and install our free official app "Android TV Mouse and Keyboard" directly from the Google Play Store (Package: com.mousekeyboardforandroidtv.adbmousefortvbox) on your Android phone. Zero server app is required on your television.

2

Scan for TV IP or Enter Manually & Connect

Open the app on your phone. Tap the "Scan" button to automatically discover your Android TV or TV Box on your local Wi-Fi network. Alternatively, you can manually type your TV’s IP address (e.g. 192.168.1.150) and tap "Connect".

3

Allow USB Debugging Prompt on Your TV Screen

As soon as you connect, a security prompt titled "Allow USB Debugging?" (or Network Debugging) will pop up directly on your Android TV screen. Using your original TV remote control, check "Always allow from this computer" and select "OK" / "Allow".

4

Works Instantly! Use Mouse, Remote & Keyboard

Once allowed, the app connects instantly with zero lag: • Fluid Mouse / Trackpad: Glide your finger on your phone screen for smooth cursor navigation, tap to click, and 2-finger scroll. • Fast Typing Keyboard: Tap the keyboard to type search queries, login emails, and passwords on your phone keyboard into your TV in 1 second. • Full D-Pad Remote: Navigate with tactile Home, Back, Menu, Volume rockers, and directional controls. • TV App Manager: Launch installed apps or wirelessly sideload APK files straight from your phone!