Root Explorer APK

The ultimate file manager for rooted devices. The original and still the best.

Download Root Explorer 4.7.1 APK

App Description

Root Explorer is speedsoftware,rootexplorer,productivity,root,explorer, content rating is Everyone (PEGI-3). This app is rated 4.34 by 1018 users who are using this app. To know more about the company/developer, visit Speed Software website who developed it. com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.apk apps can be downloaded and installed on Android 4.0.x and higher Android devices. The Latest Version of 4.7.1 Available for download. Download the app using your favorite browser and click Install to install the application. Please note that we provide both basic and pure APK files and faster download speeds than Root Explorer APK Mirror. This app APK has been downloaded 4591724+ times on store. You can also download com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer APK and run it with the popular Android Emulators.

Root Explorer is the ultimate file manager for root users. Access the whole of android's file system (including the elusive data folder!).

Features include multiple tabs, Google Drive, Box, Dropbox and network (SMB) support, SQLite database viewer, Text Editor, create and extract zip or tar/gzip files, extract rar archives, multi-select, execute scripts, search, remount, permissions, bookmarks, send files (via email, bluetooth etc), image thumbnails, APK binary XML viewer, change file owner/group, create symbolic link, "Open With" facility, MD5, create shortcuts.

For fast, friendly support simply email us: support@speedsoftware.co.uk

We will always try to help with any problem you may have with the app. If we can't help then you can have a refund, no questions asked.

Although 22,000+ five star ratings will tell you that most people are very satisfied customers. Make sure you read as many comments as possible to get a good idea of what most people think of the app.

We still respect the old 24 hour refund policy. So if you're not happy with the app just email us within 24 hours and you can have a refund. We'll need to know the order number, which you can find on the emails sent to you by Google when you downloaded.

Why compromise? Get the original and the best!

New permissions:

Full network access - Required for network and cloud access. No information is passed to us over the internet.

Add or remove accounts - Used by the Google Drive SDK to add a new account if desired. No changes are made to existing accounts and no details accessed apart from the account name.

Find accounts on the device - Used to list available accounts for logging into Google Drive.

Prevent from sleeping - Used to stop the device sleeping during long operations so they are not interrupted.
 

App ChangeLog

• Version 4.0.1
  • Android N compatibility
  • Fixed crash when authorizing SD card in Marshmallow
  Version 4.0
  • Material Design UI

App Screens

Reviews From google play store

The best file manager app out there. After years of extensive use I am certain that there is no match to this app's UI, features and lots of little conveniences packed with every feature. I tried ES File Explorer, FX FE, Root Browser and many more, but this app was and still is the best option. (Even without FTP - which is the only downside. Luckily I got it in Xiaomi's native file manager)

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Used it since froyo HTC desire, been on every device since. Great for multiple attached storage (sd card, usb otg and amazingly network smb). Highly recommended, no ads, updated as needed, nice and clean interface.

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Has been an excellent app.Always one of the first installs. Paid for it back in 2013 I believe and its always been worth it!

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This was the most amazing file manager back in October 2012, and it is STILL the best file manager and has only gotten better. One of the few remaining apps that didn't sellout from the good old days!

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after updating from the version 4.4.1.... it has become useless..some problem to move or copy goods..does not open the root folder Galaxy Note 8 no root

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So far so good.. extremely useful,and user friendly. i am still exploring more in the application and learning as i realised details and knowledge in utilizing this app seems to be never ending.

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This app worked (with limited functionality) on unrooted devices quite well for a long time, but this is no longer the case.

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Best file explorer. Even for people with no root and super powerful for those with.

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Been using it for years. If you root your phone this is one of the must have apps, Only thing I wish it would work with are external drives. Works with sd cards though,

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Finally a fully functional root browser that has a clean, and easy to use UI! Really worth the few bucks.

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After update crashes on opening Galaxy Note 4 Have used the Pro for years on various devices. Fix and will adjust rating accordingly.

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Excellent tool, have used it for years with no problems.

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the greatest file (root) explorer that has ever been developed. the only one any power user ever needs.

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One of the first app I've ever installed on recommend by XDA on my 1st Android phone, the Galaxy SII, MANY years ago. It's proven to be one of my core apps I use daily. Very reliable & useful. I still use it on my current phone, the Kyocera Duraforce Pro, even tho its impossible to root (no thanks to the morons @ Kyo). Latest update has resolved my one minor issue, the inability to remember where in a folder with lots of files I was at when returning to that folder. Thank you very much!

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NO DELETION OF FILES OR FOLDERS ON SD CARD WITHOUT ROOT ON SAMSUNG I9301I WITH LATEST STOCK ROM.

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just want to clarify for people looking to get access to root folders on their phone withiut rooting your phone, this app will NOT work for you. It says you must root your phone to access those folders. Could be a great app but i was hoping it would allow access to those folders so not for me.

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This was my first purchased application, since Android cupcake or something like that- and is the first app I install on any device after rooting or flashing ROM. Sure, there are many file explorers out there, some much fancier which I also use, but when need to manipulate root folders, change permissions etc. there is none better than this reliable app!

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although it might be because of my device ( android ) but it didn't let me root anything which made me quiet sad. but if you have an IOS or a pc then it might work amazingly but with me it didn't work at all....

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ive had this app for years. it's always been good software. this loses a star because as far as I can tell once you initiate a transfer and minimize the progress screen there's no way to get it back even by tapping on the notification that there's a background operation in progress. so you never get to see how far along the transfer is.

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This is probably the very best file-manager program out there. I can't think of a feature I wanted that it didn't have, including nearly all of Unix' cp, mv, find, chmod, tar, ln -s, and so on. Even if your device isn't rooted, it's useful in the parts of the filesystem you can get to (including sdcard and mounted USB sticks). Good medicine!

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Best app. But it seems that it is struggling with portable SD, sometimes it complains about access rights, but all access rights were given. Using AOSP 9

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Just paid for the app. And it's useless. It doesn't even recognize root files on Xperia Z2 android 6.1, which Solid Explorer (free) does perfectly

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Used app for years own the pro version or what ever dev calls the paid version. Last update broke everything. I used it o scan my archives with out having to extract. now have to extract whole archives. Wouldn't have made them so big if I new his app was going to fail me. changed review do to really fast personal response by developers and was promised problem should be addressed next update. crossing fingers.

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This excellent file manager has it all, EXCEPT "pull down to refresh" (as many other reviewers have pointed out). It is about time this standard feature is incorporated into the app! It is tideous and clunky to have to reach for the top right corner and press twice to refresh a folder.

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I've been using Root Explorer since the beginning, from file sharing, to unzipping, to copy/pasting files, to edit txt files, to open as test, to modify system files and set back correct permission, to sort files from most recent... there's nothing you cannot do Root Explorer on your device.

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Among the best in the past. But broke down recently. Problems in: 1. Scrolling through photos. 2. Zip file. Other recommendation: Let the tab stay in place when pressing back button, I.e. not go back to root folder.

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Recently I have noticed that I can not attach files to emails any more. It used to work so must be due to the recent updates. I had to install an alternative file manager to make it work. I hope that you can fix this issue.

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Some from latest versions broke ability to view files content inside archive without explicit extracting file. For example, earlier I can click a zip archive - it is opened, click a txt file in archive - it is opened in a text viewer. Now - error FileNotFoundException ENOENT.

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When opening files that require root through Root Explorer, using other apps (QuickEdit Text Editor), it says "java.io.FileNotFoundException: open failed: EACCES (Permission denied)". When opening the same file through other file managers like total commander, no exception occurs and I can open the file in QuickEdit.

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Has been my file explorer for several years now. However, after the recent 10-22-18 update, the app FC's when trying to enter my bookmarks or root partition. Pixel 2 xl on 9.0. Hopefully a fix is found soon. Thank you.

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Best root file manager, tried plenty of others but this one has been the most reliable for over 5 years. One of the first apps I install on a new device.

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Even the free version is amazing! How you can be a root user and not use this app I don't know...gods bless you devs! Still the best!

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I enjoy using root explorer. I find the configuration of features effective for easy manipulation of the file system. I think that the GUI could benefit from improvement.

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I've been using Root Explorer for many years and have never had a single issue. It has always been, and remains, the only File Browser i will ever need on Android.

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A little too feature-heavy and unfocused, but generally good. Deleting or moving many files is much slower than with a command-line app.

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Very nice app for digging deep into your phone. Great part of a tool set, for finding and yanking outthe bloatware and un needed garbage service providers and Google stick on the users phone.

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** UPDATE 1/2/19 ** Fixed issues with scrolling pictures, but folders with .nomedia files don't work, they did in the past.

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The best file manager for Android ever! Allowed me to accomplish in 5 minutes what I've been trying to do for months with 10 other close to useless apps.

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My dropbox tab no longer works since the last update. I can see the files listed but can not open, copy, or move anything from within.

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one of the recent updates broke the ability to scroll through pictures in a folder when opened from within the app

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I still can't find a way to format my SD card if needed to.

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thnx for gr8 app..now only thing need to add is more colour option for folders..also while goin back donot close the tab

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i love this file manager/explorer! I've tried a LOT of them but thia is the one I stick with on all my devices.

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This used to be great, but now cannot get write privileges on SD card

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Superb file manger with everything you need to mange your files... Only request is change the app icon as its not ageing gracefully.

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Best file manager for rooted phones. Just wish the dev would update the UI to a more modern look.

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Very nice, fast responsiveness, dev friendly and sleek design.

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Still i can not go to next or previous picture if i open them through Root Explorer! No matter what picture viewer i use

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Fails most operations when files are named weird (e.g. some_name xyz jan 01 00:11:22 2018)

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my favorite file explorer.. i just have one request, can you also update the app icon itself. kinda looks old when mixed with other apps.

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Simply the best! been using it since 2013 without sny issues.

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Good app, great developer, root access. Highly recommended.

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Best explorer ever!, Fast ,Simple, Stable , Regular updates ♥️

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only picture in camera folder can be slide next when open. please update. thank

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didnt work.. stated my device, Huawei Mate 10 Pro EMUI 9, did not have root setup. i want a refund.

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The best! only root explorer that can browse root directory on h872 with aex

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i'm truely disappointed.i paid for this app to get root access and be able to efit the hosts file then i found it doesn't even offer this option.i need a refund.

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Well, it looks like the Speed Software Devs have done it again... Excellent!!!

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Great, now all it needs is a redesign to the new material design.

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Excellent, my old favorite. A bit of material treatment please.

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but why shortcut file into home screen cannot working, after i use mipad 4

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google spys in all of us forno reasons these are our devices but yet we are paying for there appsrunning in the background

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Pixel Android8.1，Stop running frequently after update

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root colum is not worling at all. it ask.you tonfind another way. Better you can download (x-plore for free) to access root folders.

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best root file explorer since day one around gingerbread days

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dont even have root now but decided to buy, as i used it a lot in the past, and felt like supporting devs

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Great app been using it for around five years

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does not offer root explorer option for s10 + instant refund

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its not effective. he will tell you look at the you tube for a solution

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Began usng some 3 -4 years ago and haven't looked elsewhere since. This is the one.

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IMHO The best file manager by far.

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The Best lah pokoknya. Friendly

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Gotta have tool on any rooted device

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very helpful dev. thank you

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Wouldn't edit rooted files

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great app..thanks

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Best root file editor!

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Will not delete pie system files

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I already send email, please Chek it...

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Worth the money

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Best root file manager bar none

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good overpowered apps

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it does what it says and it says what it does

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Doesnt work I want my money back

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The reigning champ of Android explorers! P.E.R.I.O.D.

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Does the job since I remember

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A fake app

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Best file manager, ever.

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been using this for ten years

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Ever a classic!

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Still the best

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Favorite file manager ever

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Best if Best.

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long time user

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After update FC on Oreo

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since android 2.2

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I love this software, I've been using it for YEARS! I would love to see Microsofts OneDrive implemented and also wifi file management. With that, it'll be the perfect file manager.

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Using this for 4yrs. It does what the other apps do, just as well . It could look better, but not that important

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Every phone I use I take this app for everything, Stillsll Works Great!

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I've used Root Explorer for many years, and I've always believed it to be the most underrated file manager. It's always one of the first apps that I install on a new device. Thank you for your dedication to keeping this app consistent and reliable over the years.

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Apk scan results

Apk Scaned By TotalVirus Antivirus,com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.apk Was Pure And Safe.

Scan Stats:confirmed-timeout:0|failure:0|harmless:0|malicious:0|suspicious:0|timeout:0|type-unsupported:11|undetected:62|
Name:m4U8TMeUmQbMWsYT-rmM20200107-102000-q7t52m
SHA-1:9cb794e2f2c25ac82fbc3ac74ea0373d400d1f4b
SHA-256:555528d2a8ec1a4c5571b47c9ded78a66574d5e308edcac58dffa03da640a299
SSDEEP:98304:rMbjuPVM1cRG4onQw3uUmATlIAY/DUtqj0Al+l+E05jmzb:QHQDk3u5ArkoC0Al+l+E06
File type:Android
Magic:Zip archive data, at least v2.0 to extract
File size:4618726
Uncompressed Size:8578059
Contained Files	:1067
Contained Files By Type:0:1,DSA:1,MF:1,SF:1,css:1,dex:1,gz:1,jks:1,map:1,png:549,raw:1,txt:2,xml:368,

Permissions

requires following permissions on your android device.

android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
android.permission.ACCESS_SUPERUSER
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS
android.permission.INTERNET
android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS
android.permission.REQUEST_INSTALL_PACKAGES
android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT
com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE
com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.permission.C2D_MESSAGE
android.hardware.faketouch
android.hardware.wifi

view network connections
Allows the app to view information about network connections such as which networks exist and are connected.

view Wi-Fi connections
Allows the app to view information about Wi-Fi networking, such as whether Wi-Fi is enabled and name of connected Wi-Fi devices.

GET ACCOUNTS
Allows access to the list of accounts in the Accounts Service.

find accounts on the device
Allows the app to get the list of accounts known by the phone. This may include any accounts created by applications you have installed.

full network access
Allows the app to create network sockets and use custom network protocols. The browser and other applications provide means to send data to the internet, so this permission is not required to send data to the internet.

prevent phone from sleeping
Allows the app to prevent the phone from going to sleep.

modify or delete the contents of your SD card
Allows the app to write to the SD card.

install shortcuts
Allows an application to add Homescreen shortcuts without user intervention.

receive data from Internet
Allows apps to accept cloud to device messages sent by the app's service. Using this service will incur data usage. Malicious apps could cause excess data usage.

Certificate

Certificate Issuer:C:UK, CN:Colin Speed, L:Dawlish, O:Speed Software, ST:Devon, OU:Company
Certificate Subject:C:UK, CN:Colin Speed, L:Dawlish, O:Speed Software, ST:Devon, OU:Company

Activities

com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.RootExplorer
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.RootExplorerGetContent
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.RootExplorerUsb
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.PermissionsActivity
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.ScriptActivity
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.DisplayText
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.BookmarkList
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.SearchCriteria
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.Settings
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.SettingsCompatV7
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.ViewDatabase
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.ViewTable
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.SQLiteEditorAdvert
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.AboutActivity
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.ChangeOwnerActivity
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.ChangeContextActivity
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.OpenWithActivity
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.OpStatusActivity
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.SmbServerDetails
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.Smbv1ServerDetails
com.box.androidlib.activities.BoxAuthentication
com.dropbox.core.android.AuthActivity
com.box.boxandroidlibv2.activities.OAuthActivity
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.Filter
com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.OctalEntryActivity
com.google.android.gms.ads.AdActivity
com.google.android.gms.auth.api.signin.internal.SignInHubActivity
com.box.androidsdk.content.auth.OAuthActivity
com.box.androidsdk.content.auth.BlockedIPErrorActivity
com.google.android.gms.common.api.GoogleApiActivity

Providers

android.support.v4.content.FileProvider
com.google.firebase.provider.FirebaseInitProvider

Services

com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer.BackgroundWorker
com.google.android.gms.auth.api.signin.RevocationBoundService
com.google.android.gms.measurement.AppMeasurementService
com.google.android.gms.measurement.AppMeasurementJobService
com.google.firebase.iid.FirebaseInstanceIdService

Receivers

com.google.android.gms.measurement.AppMeasurementReceiver
com.google.android.gms.measurement.AppMeasurementInstallReferrerReceiver
com.google.firebase.iid.FirebaseInstanceIdReceiver
com.google.firebase.iid.FirebaseInstanceIdInternalReceiver

Interesting Strings

http://
http://schemas.android.com/apk/res-auto
http://schemas.android.com/apk/res/android
https://
https://api.%s
https://api.%s/2.0
https://api.box.com
https://api.box.com/2.0
https://app-measurement.com/a
https://app.box.com/static/sync_redirect.html
https://localhost
https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/gen_204?id=gmob-apps
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer
https://plus.google.com/
https://upload.%s/api/2.0
https://upload.box.com/api/2.0
https://www.google.com
https://www.googleapis.com/
https://www.googleapis.com/auth/drive
https://www.googleapis.com/auth/games