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aShell - Your Local ADB Shell

Effortlessly run ADB commands directly on your device without a PC.

sunilpaulmathew · in.sunilpaulmathew.ashell

Not rated yet 10K+ downloads vv0.27 2.1 MB Android 7.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

  • Same certificate as the 2 other versions checked Details

At a glance

Latest version
vv0.27 (27)
Updated
Jul 7, 2026 (3 months ago)
APK size
2.1 MB
Requires
Android 7.0+ (API 24)
CPU support
Any (no native code)
Category
Tools (app)
Listed since
Mar 6, 2023 (at least)
Permissions
3 (1 sensitive)
Developer contact
[email protected]
Privacy
Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

aShell - Your Local ADB Shell is an app by sunilpaulmathew in the Tools category, listed since at least March 2023. It has no native code, so it runs on any Android processor.

Since version v0.11, the APK grew from 1.7 MB to 2.1 MB. It asks for 3 permissions, 1 of them sensitive: modify shared storage. It asks for the same permissions as version v0.16.

What's new in vv0.27

- Main UI: Switched the main interface to a custom bottom navigation view for improved navigation and a more tailored user experience. - Localization: Added support for Ukrainian and Spanish (Argentina) languages. - Localization: Imported the latest translation updates from POEditor. - Build: Updated build tools to target latest SDK. - Maintenance: Miscellaneous changes.

Description

From the listing uploaded by “nelcas”.

📌 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

Version history

4 versions are listed; the oldest rated Trusted is vv0.11.

All 4 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

  • Certificate issued to “SmartPack” Not the developer's name (“sunilpaulmathew”). Names in certificates can't be verified, so this alone proves nothing.
  • Same certificate as the 2 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

  • Developer signature not checked yet Jul 7, 2026
  • Signed byCN=Suni Paul Mathew Menachery, OU=SmartPack-Kernel manager, O=SmartPack, L=Kochi, ST=Kerala, C=India
  • Signing certificate (SHA-1)E0:08:DF:DE:2A:59:C5:8E:BA:4E:05:A1:04:12:AF:52:10:76:0E:E1
  • File MD52f2c0a379d4b60b3d3d4e47c72168d7e
  • Uploaded by “nelcas” 549 followers · uploading since 2025

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Permissions (3)

aShell - Your Local ADB Shell requests 3 permissions, 1 of them sensitive.

Required hardware & features

aShell - Your Local ADB Shell APK: questions and answers

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Only if it is signed with the same certificate as the copy on your phone and isn't an older version. If Android says “App not installed”, the certificates differ; uninstalling your copy first works but deletes its data unless it is backed up.

Is the aShell - Your Local ADB Shell APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. It is signed with the same certificate as the 2 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 2f2c0a379d4b60b3d3d4e47c72168d7e.

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