aShell - Your Local ADB Shell

sunilpaulmathew

About this app

📌 Important Notes

📱 Shizuku Dependency: aShell requires a fully functional Shizuku environment. If you're unfamiliar with Shizuku or prefer not to use it, this app may not be suitable for you (​Learn more at: shizuku.rikka.app).
🧠 Basic ADB Knowledge Recommended: While aShell includes examples of common ADB commands, some familiarity with ADB/Linux command-line operations will enhance your experience.

🖥️ Introduction

aShell is a lightweight, open-source ADB shell designed for Android devices running Shizuku. It enables you to execute ADB commands directly from your phone, eliminating the need for a PC. Ideal for developers, power users, and enthusiasts seeking full control over their device's internals.​

⚙️ Key Features

🧑‍💻 Run ADB Commands Locally: Execute ADB commands right from your phone using Shizuku.
🗂️ Comes with an in-built file manager to access privileged file system.
📂 Preloaded Command Examples: Handy examples to help you get started fast.
🔄 Live Command Output: Supports continuous commands like logcat or top.
🔍 Search Within Output: Easily find what you're looking for in command results.
💾 Save Output to File: Export outputs to .txt for reference or sharing.
🌙 Dark/Light Mode Support: Automatically adapts to your system theme.
⭐ Bookmark Your Commands: Save frequently used commands for quick access.

🔗 Additional Resources

🔗 Source Code: https://gitlab.com/sunilpaulmathew/ashell
🐞 Issue Tracker: https://gitlab.com/sunilpaulmathew/ashell/-/issues
🌍 Translations: https://poeditor.com/join/project/20PSoEAgfX
➡️ Learn Shizuku: https://shizuku.rikka.app/

🛠️ Build It Yourself

Don’t want to purchase aShell? Build it yourself! The full source code is available at GitLab: https://gitlab.com/sunilpaulmathew/ashell

Ratings and reviews

I really don't like getting my emails ignored. I spent some time writing it and reporting some minor issues, no answer. So, here's your one star for it.

I wish it was more clear that yeah, no PC computer needed but you -DO- need another device. Which these days, devices ARE computers. If you can connect to your phone's own Hotspot, well doing that eluded me, guess I'm dumb or perhaps the app could use better instructions.

Many thanks for this neatly useful software tool. I wish you to continue worn on this project forever. Wish you a long live.

What’s new

* Substantial performance improvements and memory optimizations across shell execution, output rendering, and background tasks (thanks to @yoyicue).
* Smoother list animations and faster updates in files and folders via DiffUtil.
* Auto-hide keyboard on scroll in the terminal view.
* Shizuku permission status messages now display in a cleaner bottom sheet.
* Resolved an issue causing the app to crash when deleting files.
* Updated translations.