Did you know that Android bases its Kernel (or programming kernel) on Linux? Yes, our beloved mobile operating system, in all its versions, has been inspired by free software. Nevertheless, To access Android system files you can do it in two different ways.
One of the best known to access (although somewhat confusing), is through the device's own file explorer. The simplest is through applications, which will also serve as an explorer and of which there are a large number. Even Google has improved this aspect by placing within the new OS's a native app for files called Files (or files in Spanish).
Now if you go into the file system to modify programs or other features, you will need the familiar superuser (or root) permissions to access to the files.
But don't worry that, in this new entry Android Ayuda, you will have all the information available. You will know how to access system files through the browser and through any of the existing applications.
How to access Android system files: the most important ways
When you know an Android file explorer well, you will have advantage to manage the applications from their main folder in the internal storage of your device. However, as we said in the introduction, Android can be accessed (having Root permissions) in various ways, and under these lines we explain how to access each of them.
First thing: get ROOT permissions
The first thing you will need before accessing Android system files is to obtain root permissions (or rooting), better known as the "root folder" of the system. Yes indeed, This process will depend on the manufacturer and model of mobile device you have. Why? Because there are specific models that cannot be rooted.
For this, it is advisable to do some research to find out if your model can be rooted and then know what type of procedure to apply to access the root folder of the system. Of course, take into account that this process can void the guarantee of your device and reduce the security of the system.
If you do this process, nothing better than having security applications installed. Therefore, we leave you a post with the best mobile security apps of the moment, to avoid any data theft or damage to our smartphone.
With the Android file explorer
Android file explorer is the way in which this system allows you to modify the filesi.e. view, copy, transfer or delete. Generally, when the device is new, Android does not leave this data visible.
Likewise, each manufacturer and model have a scanner Although they are similar in terms of data handling, they differ somewhat in user experience. So, once you have administrator permissions, you can perform this step in the following way:
- Look for access to your files on the home screen or in the applications menu. This access can have different names, such as “files”, “administrator”, among others.
- Once inside, depending on the manufacturer, you can select the activity to perform. The most common is to modify files such as videos, documents, music, images, among others.
- If you want to access system files or folders, you will have to choose the “internal storage files” option.
Through files
Files or files in Spanish is the native Google application, which is installed for certain versions of the Android operating system. The latter lacked a browser with an interface or user experience (UX) for file management.
Files represents a more practical way to improve the user experience when managing mobile device files. With it you can uninstall applications, delete recurring files, share documents, images, music and more. Now, to access Android system files, what you have to do is follow the steps below:
- Find the application on the main screen or in the applications menu (depending on the device model).
- Click on the icon and the application will open where the first thing you will see are the categories of files that you can modify, such as images, documents, videos, applications, among others.
- To access the system files, you must locate the "internal storage" section by sliding the main screen of the app.
With specific scanning applications
Finally, if the other two options seem complicated to you, in Google Play Store will have a wide variety of file managers that you can install on your Android OS to manage your data.
You just have to search for the application that suits you best (by typing its name in the Play Store search bar). Once it appears, install it on your device's internal storage, wait for it to download and install, and that's it!
What are the most recommended managers? Here are some alternatives with great ratings:
- File manager (4.9 stars)
- CX file explorer (4.8 stars)
- File manager (4.8 stars)
- EX File Manager (4.6 stars)
Once installed, you can open the app directly from the Play Store and to access the Android system files, follow the steps below:
- Locate the side menu by pressing the icon of the 3 horizontal bars.
- Some managers have the option to enable “root scanning” in this menu; in others you have to look for it in the “tools” submenu. When you locate the option, activate it.
- By enabling the root browsing option, it will take a few seconds for the browser to refresh, displaying the system root folders.
- Once the explorer is activated, you will be able to observe the system files, as well as the root files with different folder colors.
We hope that you were able to resolve your concern with our help. Now, if you want to see the system files, remember that rooting is delicate and will depend on the manufacturer and model of the mobile device. Also, do not trust apps that are in the Play Store that "promise" to root your mobile and what they represent is a danger to your security.