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You can access Android system files using built-in apps like Files by Google, third-party file managers (Solid Explorer, MiXplorer) with special permissions for the data folder, or via ADB commands on a computer for deeper access, but direct modification of core system files often requires rooting and carries risks, so using apps like Files by Google or system pickers is safer for general browsing.
This video demonstrates how to access your Android’s files:
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How-To Authority
YouTube · Jun 27, 2025
1. Using Built-in & Third-Party File Managers (Safer)
Files by Google: Open the app, tap the three lines (menu), go to Settings, and check “Show hidden files” to see more system-level files.
Other File Managers (MiXplorer, Solid Explorer): Install from the Play Store, open the app, grant “All Files Access” permission in your phone’s Settings > Apps > Special app access, and then you can browse folders like /Android/data.
This video shows how to use the Files by Google app to find files:
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YourSixTech
YouTube · Nov 21, 2024
2. Accessing the /data Folder (Android 11+ Restrictions)
System File Picker: Some apps (like XODO, FV File Explorer) can launch the built-in system file picker, which allows access to the Android/data folder for specific tasks like file transfers.
ADB (Advanced): For computer access, install ADB, enable USB debugging, connect your phone, and use commands like adb shell and cd /data to navigate.
Watch this video for a method to access the data folder on Android 14:
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Click & Tap
YouTube · Dec 3, 2024
3. Viewing System Apps
Files by Google: Go to Categories > System apps to see system processes.
Device Settings: Go to Settings > Apps > See all apps, then use the three-dot menu to “Show system” apps to view and manage them.
This video explains how to check system apps on your Android phone:
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Droid Leopard
YouTube · Dec 29, 2024
Important Warning
Directly modifying or deleting files in system folders (like /system or /data) without knowing what you’re doing can permanently damage your phone, making it unusable (bricking it). Stick to viewing files unless you’re an expert and have backups.
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