Test Android Apps
Reproduce issues, inspect UI, and capture evidence from Android emulators. Codex connects to running emulators to take screenshots, interact with UI elements, and document bugs with precision.
Install
npx codex-marketplace add openai/plugins/plugins/test-android-apps --plugin Test Android Apps is an official OpenAI Codex plugin available through the Codex Marketplace. Install it with one command and Codex gains the ability to work with Test Android Apps directly from your coding session.
Install:
npx codex-marketplace add openai/plugins/plugins/test-android-apps --pluginThen use it naturally: codex "OpenAI — describe what you want to do".
The plugin follows the official OpenAI plugin spec with a plugin.json manifest, SKILL.md files, and marketplace.json integration. The source lives in the openai/plugins GitHub repository (893 stars).
Features
Emulator interaction
Connect to running Android emulators to tap elements, enter text, and navigate the UI.
Screenshot capture
Capture emulator screenshots at any point during a test scenario.
Bug reproduction
Follow reproduction steps to consistently reproduce reported Android bugs.
Common Use Cases
- Reproducing Android-specific bugs from crash reports
- Automating UI test scenarios in Android emulators
- Capturing visual evidence of layout issues across screen sizes