Android SDK Platform-Tools (released in June 2021) is a specific update to the essential toolset used for Android development and device management. It includes core utilities like adb (Android Debug Bridge) and fastboot , which allow you to interface with Android devices from your Windows machine. Key Components of r31.0.3
: Backward compatible with older Android versions; however, it is specifically aligned with the Android 12 (API 31) development cycle. Known Changes platform-tools r31.0.3-windows
Also, remember that adb gives full access to your device’s file system and can install/uninstall anything. Do not leave your phone connected unattended to a PC you do not trust. version 31