The main window centers on a list of apps installed on a connected Android device, including user and system apps. ADB AppControl uses Android Debug Bridge (ADB) to manage those apps from Windows, with controls for permissions, backups, disabling, and removal.
Connected-device app list
To connect, enable USB debugging in the Android device's Developer Options, then connect the device to the PC by USB and approve the connection prompt. ADB AppControl can then show the installed apps, including system packages that may not be removable through the device's standard app settings.
The list can show package names by default. Installing the small bridge APK included with the program adds app icons and names to the display. Selecting an app exposes actions such as copying its name or package identifier, changing permissions, clearing its user data, disabling it, or uninstalling it.
App backups and permissions
Back up selected apps to the PC before making changes. Standard app backups use APK files; split apps are saved in APKS format. The app controls also let you add or remove permissions and clear an app's user data.
- Disable an app when you want to turn it off without uninstalling it.
- Uninstall preinstalled apps that Android's usual settings do not offer a removal option for.
- Automated bloatware removal is a paid-edition feature.
Screen control and command console
ADB AppControl can show and control the Android device's screen and buttons through scrcpy. Install scrcpy for this workflow; it also supports recording activity on the device screen. A built-in console accepts commands, including fastboot commands, for users who need direct command entry.
Pros
- Lists both user apps and system apps
- Creates APK and APKS backups on the PC
- Includes app permission and user-data controls
- Can display and record the device screen through scrcpy
Cons
- Automated bloatware removal is reserved for the paid edition
System requirements: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11 · .NET Framework 4.6 or higher
Does ADB AppControl require root access?
No. The program uses ADB, and its app management and permission controls do not require root access.
Why do app icons and names not appear in the list?
Install the bridge APK included with the program to display app icons and names instead of package names.
Can ADB AppControl back up an app to the PC?
Yes. It saves app backups as APK files, or as APKS files for split apps.
