adb shell chmod 755 /storage/emulated/0/Android/data/moe.shizuku.privileged.api/start.sh
: Points to the specific file path where the Shizuku startup script is located on your internal storage. How to use it
enabled in the Developer Options of your Android device. A USB cable to connect your device to the computer. Step-by-Step: How to Run the Shizuku Start Script
script is an entry point that copies necessary starter binaries to /data/local/tmp/ and initiates the shizuku_server Temporary Nature adb shell chmod 755 /storage/emulated/0/Android/data/moe
ADB shell does not have execute permission on the script. Fix: This is rare, but you can manually set permissions via:
The command is the exact terminal instruction used to start Shizuku , an Android modding application, in non-rooted ADB mode. This command bypasses the need for permanent root access by utilizing Android's built-in Developer Options. It invokes the Android Debug Bridge ( adb ) to execute a specialized shell ( sh ) startup script nested inside Shizuku's localized internal storage folder. Anatomy of the Command
By executing this shell script through the Android Debug Bridge (ADB), users can grant applications direct access to system-level APIs without modifying system files or permanently rooting their devices. This capability makes it a fundamental tool for power users, developers, and system modders. Understanding the Command Structure Step-by-Step: How to Run the Shizuku Start Script
The path /storage/emulated/0/Android/data/moeshizukuprivilegedapi refers to the external storage directory assigned to an application with the package name moeshizukuprivilegedapi .
As discussed, this is the most common error on Android 11 and above, where access to /Android/data/ is heavily restricted, preventing the ADB shell from executing the script from its original location.
This public link is valid for 7 days and shares a thread, including any personal information you added. This link or copies made by others cannot be deleted. If you share with third parties, their policies apply. Can’t copy the link right now. Try again later. It invokes the Android Debug Bridge ( adb
: You retain granular control, explicitly confirming which apps can access the Shizuku service via secure pop-up prompts. Step-by-Step Execution Guide
Show you how to set up Shizuku using (no USB needed). Compare Shizuku to full rooting .