How to Access the /Android/data & /Android/obb Folders on the Phone without Root Access?

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  • @ExplainingAndroid
    @ExplainingAndroid  Рік тому +13

    Daily Question: Is Wireless Charging an important feature for you?
    And whether or not it is important to you, I would be curious to learn if you use a wireless charger.

    • @ExplainingAndroid
      @ExplainingAndroid  Рік тому +6

      I'll start off!
      Wireless Charging is not an important feature to me because it generates too much heat for my liking. So no, I don't use a wireless charger at all. But I have thought about setting one up for my girlfriend to help her keep her phone charged

    • @KrissCrimson
      @KrissCrimson 11 місяців тому +1

      ​@@ExplainingAndroidit's a cool feature 😊

    • @Tenshi_Kira666
      @Tenshi_Kira666 5 місяців тому

      I have a Red Magic 8 and it's a no go, but thanks for the video man

    • @iTzJOHnNyY
      @iTzJOHnNyY 4 місяці тому +1

      It's a cool feauter, do I use it? He'll no. Charges to slow

    • @ExplainingAndroid
      @ExplainingAndroid  4 місяці тому

      @@iTzJOHnNyY that's a good point. quick wired charging is such a convenience!

  • @RainierFajardoProduction
    @RainierFajardoProduction 10 днів тому +1

    *IT WORKS!!!!!*
    *Tho, a few notes:*
    *I have Android 11*
    *Solid Explorer stopped working on me last year for no unknown reason. Although I have LAPTOP to trasfer my files. Today I install reinstalled Stardew Valley for 1.6 update I backup my files for the game and I can access the savefile using SAF but can't paste it and even other file explorers CANNOT work out for me*
    *Until I now uninstalled the update and Solid Explorer worked again!!!*

  • @tonynasaofficial
    @tonynasaofficial Рік тому +20

    Thank you! This has helped me alot, I'm very disappointed at Google for removing this feature, this was the whole reason why I loved Android because it allowed people who where into tech or engineering to customize and explore everything it had to offer, even for simple stuff like modding a simple game like GTA san andreas, to emulating games to spoofing locations

    • @ExplainingAndroid
      @ExplainingAndroid  Рік тому +5

      You're very welcome, and I couldn't agree more. It seems that with each update to Android we are getting fewer and fewer advanced features
      If you're able to, please consider becoming a UA-cam channel member here - www.youtube.com/@ExplainingAndroid/join
      If not, then liking the video, subscribing to the channel, and sharing it online are all great things that can help, too

    • @tonynasaofficial
      @tonynasaofficial Рік тому

      @@ExplainingAndroid sure thing!

    • @AndersErichsen-rr7vs
      @AndersErichsen-rr7vs 10 місяців тому +1

      @@ExplainingAndroid It is not advance features, it is standard SANE features that should be open without these insane evil wicked locks.

    • @zillagodedits136
      @zillagodedits136 9 місяців тому +1

      ​@@tonynasaofficialdid you also face problems while trying to run GTA SA on Android 14?

    • @EmmetK-2020
      @EmmetK-2020 9 місяців тому

      No longer works after recent system update, even after repeating the uninstall of "files".

  • @AndersErichsen-rr7vs
    @AndersErichsen-rr7vs 9 місяців тому +12

    It seems like we need another solution.... but I guess there is only jail breaking left at this point. Why did I ever update - I should have known better. XCover 6 Pro - And because Google forced the programmer to put the data into these folders, there is no access to my data to retrieve it.
    How am I do access my data? They are literally jailing the users data, they are evil, but I guess we already know that.
    I wanna go back to my LG V20, repair one of them and get back on Android 7.

  • @worldisinwar2011
    @worldisinwar2011 10 місяців тому +46

    The new update doesn't allow you to access the 3 dots in the corner

    • @AndersErichsen-rr7vs
      @AndersErichsen-rr7vs 9 місяців тому +2

      well, I guess it just means it is no perceived as having any updates. After you delete the update from what it persives as the standard system level app, it is not shown anymore. But... the thing does not work anymore on my XCover6 - which it utter rubbish. Only solution I guess from here is to jail break it and that usually comes with lots of issues with it.

    • @Ryomensakana736
      @Ryomensakana736 8 місяців тому +8

      FRRR BRO I REGRET UPDATING MY PHONE

    • @AndersErichsen-rr7vs
      @AndersErichsen-rr7vs 8 місяців тому +1

      @@Ryomensakana736 I FEEL YOU!!!!
      And wonder if I should just go back to my LG V20, need some new screens but then I should be able to get 2 up and running again.

    • @AndersErichsen-rr7vs
      @AndersErichsen-rr7vs 8 місяців тому +1

      @@Ryomensakana736 Well I did get the 3 dots, but the version clearly don't allow you access to your data.... absolutely rubbish.

    • @Ryomensakana736
      @Ryomensakana736 8 місяців тому +1

      @@AndersErichsen-rr7vs it needs to root you access to the files but it's dangerous

  • @Lyosha-w3f
    @Lyosha-w3f 11 місяців тому +7

    Woooow, you first in all of internet, who help me! Thanks you!!!

  • @CurbSideManor
    @CurbSideManor 10 місяців тому +6

    Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra running Android 14. And my choice of file managers is Solid Explorer also. Just watched and tried the method you described.... and it worked! Thank you! 😊😅

    • @ExplainingAndroid
      @ExplainingAndroid  10 місяців тому +1

      that's awesome to year. thank you for taking the time to leave some feedback :)

    • @EmmetK-2020
      @EmmetK-2020 9 місяців тому +3

      I also use Solid Explorer (and several others) but after a Samsung System Update last week, this method no longer works at all. I repeated the uninstall to "files" today several times and that I longer has any effect.

    • @CurbSideManor
      @CurbSideManor 9 місяців тому

      @@EmmetK-2020 Hell! Google is starting to look very much like Apple.
      "Here's an update for your safety... BUT, YOU can no longer do this, or go here!"
      Most people whom uses tools etc to access these regions of their devices KNOW what they are doing. And do it for whatever reason. The average user have no idea about these areas of their devices. I now make it a habit, after any update to go through my settings and monitor certain programs to see what they're really up to. (this is now turned on, that setting has been reset, And more stuff is all of a sudden that I've never gotten before trying to connect to the Internet. "UI can't connect, OS can't connect, hair curlers can't connect, Stove Top Stuffing can't connect!" what???
      I'm starting to miss "rooting".

    • @CurbSideManor
      @CurbSideManor 9 місяців тому

      @@EmmetK-2020 I sometime use my computer to transfer files or movies I download while out and about. So, I'm transferring a movie onto my computer to edit when it occurred to me! "I wonder if I can access DATA on the computer without using ADB?"
      And, Yes you can! Hook up my phone to my computer, use file manager to access the DATA folder, then add or subtract files I need.

  • @kalaiamudhan3394
    @kalaiamudhan3394 10 місяців тому +5

    Thanks, its working! Thought i almost had to root my device

  • @psillypseudonym1278
    @psillypseudonym1278 4 місяці тому +1

    Thanks! This worked on a Galaxy A55 running Android 14 but I had to use FV File Explorer.

    • @danithegamer7992
      @danithegamer7992 Місяць тому

      Hey im also using the A55 so what exactly did you do to make this work?

  • @AladdinPop
    @AladdinPop 11 місяців тому +2

    On my gaming handheld android 13 and i dont have the 3 button option when opening under apps in my settings. Anyway around without root or pc access since i have dozens of mods and patches to install

  • @benji_.2323
    @benji_.2323 5 місяців тому +1

    When replacing with factory version it says "all data will be removed", will that delete all my data? Or are my apps safe if I do this?

  • @rushon1537
    @rushon1537 2 місяці тому +3

    Android = Iphone
    Iphone = Android

  • @Ovi9852
    @Ovi9852 11 місяців тому +2

    Thank you, It's working.

  • @Jaconlau10al
    @Jaconlau10al Рік тому +2

    I wanted your help for something, these days I went to install a GSI by fastboot, and at the time I went to apply the fastboot flash system command< instead of apparenting that it doesn't have space it says it doesn't have file or directory, what command can I use to solve this?

  • @卩尺卂-u7q
    @卩尺卂-u7q 8 місяців тому +5

    omggggg screw this android. The only reason that I buy android phones instead of apple ones was taken form me

  • @AndersErichsen-rr7vs
    @AndersErichsen-rr7vs 9 місяців тому +3

    Looking into rooting my XCover 6 Pro - as this is utter rubbish not having access to your data. Or is the problem still there after rooting?

    • @ExplainingAndroid
      @ExplainingAndroid  9 місяців тому +2

      once you have root access, you can access any file and/or folder on the phon

    • @AndersErichsen-rr7vs
      @AndersErichsen-rr7vs 9 місяців тому +2

      @@ExplainingAndroid Nice to know - called Samsung and chatted with them today about this rubbish.
      I am still like... Unlocking the boot loader is required correct? And then it apparently wanna make a full reset of the phone and the data.... rubbish....
      I wonder how much data the samsung smart switch app actually saves....
      Any gold nuggets?

  • @AndersErichsen-rr7vs
    @AndersErichsen-rr7vs 9 місяців тому +4

    DON'T UPDATE YOUR MOBILE IF IT STILL WORKS, YOU MIGHT JUST AS WELL RUIN THE POSSIBILITY OF DOING THIS TRICK. AS I DID..... ARRRRGHHH, I guess there is no way around it, I will have to see if I can root the mobile. This just sucks.
    On the Samsung XCover 6 Pro Android 14, the latest updates ruined it.

  • @MooreTalkLive
    @MooreTalkLive 7 місяців тому

    ATTENTION..... You can still access this area even after the latest updates. But now the only way is to connect your device to a Windows PC via the USB cable. Then access the Android data/obb folders.

    • @fadifadi-4u
      @fadifadi-4u 5 місяців тому

      Are you sure ? .. 🤔.. ليتني أملك جهاز حاسوب

  • @michaelarmah9078
    @michaelarmah9078 4 місяці тому +1

    Who else thought the hands were just background until it moved😅😅

  • @kicknantas7578
    @kicknantas7578 Рік тому +2

    pixel 7 with android 14 here,this didn't work.I uninstalled updates then tried to enter android/data with FX file explorer and access was still forbidden.
    Question: is it necessary to sideload the updated version of Files app?Isn't this updated from playstore on pixels? Thanks

    • @ExplainingAndroid
      @ExplainingAndroid  Рік тому

      that's very strange. I did this exact thing with my Pixel 7 Pro with Android 14 QPR1 beta 2 installed, and it worked just like it did with the Galaxy S23 in the video.
      I used Solid Explorer though. But I would assume FX would work just the same since it has that scoped storage workaround patch
      The files by google app is different than the AOSP files (file manager) app. you can use the app i show in this video to create a shortcut for it - ua-cam.com/video/bG0yjXFFs84/v-deo.html
      then you can compare the UI of it with the UI of the 'files by google' app (which is updated from the play store)
      but I was unable to find a way to update the app without sideloading it (as I show in the video). I have read this issue was patched by google thanks to a Google Play System Update (october, or november) so it may not be updated once a month through there

    • @kicknantas7578
      @kicknantas7578 Рік тому

      @@ExplainingAndroid yes i did on the Files app not the Files by Google app.I have the latest november google play system update installed though.And the latest stable.I m also rooted.Or its an FX thing.I was actually always able to access obb with FX,even before the uninstall updates trick,but not the android data contents.Maybe someone with the same config can check

    • @EmmetK-2020
      @EmmetK-2020 9 місяців тому

      Was working for me in Solid Explorer (and FX, Cx, Mnn) until a security update from Samsung last week. I can no longer get it to work in any of those file managers, even after repeated uninstalls of updates to Files. My only access now is through Marc Files, or FV File Explorer, which simply provides a shortcut to the hidden android file manager.

  • @klbs2k5
    @klbs2k5 6 місяців тому +4

    Found the Files and uninstalled update but still didn't work. I just want to access mcpe folder. 😭

    • @ExplainingAndroid
      @ExplainingAndroid  6 місяців тому

      What is the mcpe folder m

    • @void3816
      @void3816 6 місяців тому +1

      ​@@ExplainingAndroid the folder where minecraft pocket edition stores its data

    • @ArcusCrow
      @ArcusCrow Місяць тому

      ​@@ExplainingAndroid
      Basically it's a game where you can create maps for other people.
      Issue is, you have to access the app files, which is blocked by the new programming

  • @kuzuzumori8736
    @kuzuzumori8736 10 місяців тому +4

    I can acces but i cant copy/paste files

    • @AstraIMC
      @AstraIMC 9 місяців тому

      Me too any idea to fix?

  • @joaofaf
    @joaofaf 2 місяці тому

    I uninstalled the updates on the Files app, but when I go to Solid explorer and tap on the suyu folder inside android/data, it takes me to a screen with root folders and a message that I can't acess that folder. I'm using S24 Ultra.

  • @TenBear
    @TenBear 6 місяців тому +3

    I don't have the three dots on the files app so I can't uninstall the updates

    • @SilverfoxTOAO
      @SilverfoxTOAO 4 місяці тому +1

      Version 14 removed it. Google REALLY doesn't want you in there. The bastards.

  • @lucky77x
    @lucky77x 8 місяців тому

    Works on Android 12, Doogee S100 Pro.
    Thank you!

  • @jes_on_jes
    @jes_on_jes 10 місяців тому +6

    not working, android 14, redmi note 10s

    • @mangahaven
      @mangahaven 9 місяців тому

      Redmi 12c not working too

    • @zillagodedits136
      @zillagodedits136 9 місяців тому

      How did you get Android 14 in Redmi Note 10?

    • @jes_on_jes
      @jes_on_jes 9 місяців тому

      @@zillagodedits136 I don't know, it updated itself. anyway my phone is Redmi Note 10s.. 😁

    • @dezuza9984
      @dezuza9984 9 місяців тому

      Anyone get idea on Android 14😊

    • @EmmetK-2020
      @EmmetK-2020 9 місяців тому

      No longer working for me on Android 13 after a security update, and even after repeating the "files" uninstall updates .

  • @wayneo6273
    @wayneo6273 Рік тому +2

    Hi Samsung S20 plus updated again this morning and this option to resolve the issue is no longer available? Please help. Still android 13

    • @mozar94
      @mozar94 Рік тому +2

      Same... f**king android is getting on my nerves!!

    • @EmmetK-2020
      @EmmetK-2020 9 місяців тому

      Same for me. Stopped working after a security update from Samsung last week.

    • @mozar94
      @mozar94 9 місяців тому

      @michaelkelly7277 Use the FV File Explorer app, once installed inside, choose the "Files" option bottom right at the middle, and then multiple windows will Bob up select whatever you want to install in one window and then drag and drop then to the other second window (your desired game/app)
      Hope this helps!

    • @wayneo6273
      @wayneo6273 9 місяців тому

      @@mozar94 you also need shiz for this

    • @EmmetK-2020
      @EmmetK-2020 9 місяців тому +1

      @@mozar94 Thanks. I already have and occasionally use FV. Also use Marc Files, which, like FV, is simply a shortcut to the hidden android file manager. Just wanted to report here that this method of restoring access to Android/Data and obb by uninstalling updates to "files" no longer seems to be working for a lot of people. I suspect that recent android system/security updates have included a different way of blocking access to Android/Data.

  • @AndersErichsen-rr7vs
    @AndersErichsen-rr7vs 9 місяців тому +1

    So after the update when it now does not work to downgrade the files app - the version is 14-10586669 and I guess I can't uninstall and get an older better version.

  • @AndersErichsen-rr7vs
    @AndersErichsen-rr7vs 10 місяців тому

    For the most part it works on the Samsung XCover 6 but the overall nonsense of Google make me think of just going back to my LG V20 Android 7. Like after Android 14 update, so many more issues. Playstore now can't figure out how to give me an update list. And the ever ending sorting out issues and never really using you device.

  • @koukinswrath5071
    @koukinswrath5071 10 місяців тому

    Dis works on my Xiaomi 11T Android 12! Thanks, Mister! XD

  • @monibsultani7084
    @monibsultani7084 9 місяців тому +2

    I tried all the steps, but it doesn't work for my phone, and my phone is sumsung glaxy a53 5g

  • @Gawkyorange55
    @Gawkyorange55 11 місяців тому +1

    Dude thanks so much!

    • @ExplainingAndroid
      @ExplainingAndroid  10 місяців тому

      you're most welcome!
      If you're able to, please consider becoming a UA-cam channel member here - www.youtube.com/@ExplainingAndroid/join
      If not, then liking the video, subscribing to the channel, and sharing it online are all great things that can help, too

  • @AndersErichsen-rr7vs
    @AndersErichsen-rr7vs 9 місяців тому

    Even the folders you gave permission.... is now just shown as empty.... It does not ask you of anything, but it just shows those folders to be empty...

  • @hostbeggar731
    @hostbeggar731 Рік тому +1

    I was able to access the folders, but when I try to copy some of the files over to desktop or to another folder or same folder I get an "Access denied" error on Solid. Did I miss a step? I am using a Z Fold 4. Appreciate any help.

    • @ExplainingAndroid
      @ExplainingAndroid  Рік тому

      did you uninstall the updates for the files app (as shown in the video)? if so, then I'm not sure how to workaround it other than using a PC
      if you have a computer and a USB cable then you can access it from there

    • @_Riko_
      @_Riko_ 10 місяців тому

      ​@@ExplainingAndroidI used my old phone and OTG adapter to see what can I do on my S21 FE 5G.I saw every file on my old phone.But when I tried to copy a file to data folder,it denied every time.I am stuck in it.Can you recommend me anyting?

  • @mizumiya_akio
    @mizumiya_akio 6 місяців тому

    i just bought new phone, infinix note 40 which release last month, didnt know anything about android file issue and im try to access data folder it work via shizuku but the is problem, im try to access the undawn garena toaa folder and no item/access denied and this phone dosent have old version file manager..

  • @illwill718
    @illwill718 6 місяців тому

    Uninstall option not available on S24+. Any other way to gain write access the data folder?

    • @illwill718
      @illwill718 6 місяців тому

      @munchy video suggested using FV File Explorer and that worked. Thanx

  • @tiberiudarie57
    @tiberiudarie57 8 місяців тому +1

    Did not working😢

  • @khantzaw-of8ph
    @khantzaw-of8ph Місяць тому

    I can access the data folder but I can't put my files into that folder 😔

  • @saveriogargaglione109
    @saveriogargaglione109 9 місяців тому +1

    Android 14, xperia 10 iv not working😢

    • @EmmetK-2020
      @EmmetK-2020 9 місяців тому

      Samsung S20+, android 13. This workaround stopped working for me after a Samsung security update last week. I've tried repeating the procedure, but it no longer has any effect.

  • @dharmalakshmi9365
    @dharmalakshmi9365 4 місяці тому

    Does this works on A14, guys?

  • @carabs3823
    @carabs3823 10 місяців тому

    Thank you for the video but you are 1 step ahead of where I can even navigate to. Using Cx File Explorer, I can see system>data, but nothing in their loads. I receive Loading Error Access Denied.

  • @EmmetK-2020
    @EmmetK-2020 9 місяців тому

    This no longer works on my Samsung S20,android 13. Stopped working after a recent security update from Samsung, even after i repeated the process twice after the update. I'm guessing the update closed another door.

  • @Onetapff_
    @Onetapff_ 7 місяців тому

    It still says i cant use it

  • @paulbritton187
    @paulbritton187 4 місяці тому

    This doesn't work on Android 14

  • @mystiquefy
    @mystiquefy 6 місяців тому

    Not working on Infinix Note 30 Pro..

  • @TrashyPhancakes
    @TrashyPhancakes 6 місяців тому

    Doesn't work :/ Android 14

  • @iamakkkshay
    @iamakkkshay 9 місяців тому +1

    Worked for Realme 7 Android 11

  • @iamjhunelleph215
    @iamjhunelleph215 8 місяців тому

    S23U cannot see the 3 dots in the files app... any leads?

    • @daaaaanieeeeel
      @daaaaanieeeeel 7 місяців тому

      I join you wait for an answer 😢

  • @Mason_D._Pines
    @Mason_D._Pines 6 місяців тому

    Its not working I did all the steps Still not working

  • @uniqquewisdom8678
    @uniqquewisdom8678 2 місяці тому +1

    It worked on mine
    Itel S23

  • @garyspencer6291
    @garyspencer6291 8 місяців тому

    The Revvl 6 Pro doesn't have the 3 buttons😡😡😡

  • @mirajmolla5530
    @mirajmolla5530 3 місяці тому

    Not working Android 13

  • @_Eion_
    @_Eion_ 9 місяців тому +3

    Pixel 6 Pro.. doesn't work. This sucks google is trash.. becoming as bad as apple...

    • @benzdavecoronel
      @benzdavecoronel 9 місяців тому +1

      So true, i have been working as a tech support knowing every detail to the phone but this was an insult to my skill and kinda frustrating to think people are calling us with the same issues and there are literally no effective workarounds available up to this day, Google indeed sucks!! And fvck i cant even mod games coz of this crap😅

  • @jarvissangbam1524
    @jarvissangbam1524 8 місяців тому

    It doesn't work anymore

  • @SaudiShanab
    @SaudiShanab Рік тому

    Nice 🤝 thank you

  • @AstanaVytia
    @AstanaVytia 10 місяців тому

    does not work on pixel 8 a14 feb rooted

  • @FBMaximUm
    @FBMaximUm 10 місяців тому

    Pixel 6 Pro, not working

  • @Piekarsk409
    @Piekarsk409 6 місяців тому

    You're the best

  • @arunnayak9579
    @arunnayak9579 10 місяців тому

    Not working

  • @farshinrezaei8568
    @farshinrezaei8568 8 місяців тому

    doesn't work on Motorola

    • @Damnnbruh
      @Damnnbruh 8 місяців тому

      What is that😂😂sell it

  • @jondoe6938
    @jondoe6938 5 місяців тому

    This is the most stupidest update Android did for user having them access denied by thier own phones 🤬

    • @ExplainingAndroid
      @ExplainingAndroid  5 місяців тому

      google really is working to limit the access to hardware we own :(

  • @fadifadi-4u
    @fadifadi-4u 5 місяців тому

    😂واخير شرح انجليزي وليس (هندي)
    لقد سأمت من الهنود 💔🤧

  • @Tenshi_Kira666
    @Tenshi_Kira666 5 місяців тому

    Doesn't work for shit, typical,

  • @harrynoodlemeyer4450
    @harrynoodlemeyer4450 5 місяців тому

    its not working.