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### Setup:
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1. Download Shizuku from a maintained fork:
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- **Recommended**: [yangFenTuoZi/Shizuku](https://github.com/yangFenTuoZi/Shizuku)
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- ⚠️ **Avoid**: Google Play Store version (no longer well-maintained, especially for Android 16+)
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- ⚠️ **Avoid**: Older unmaintained versions (especially for Android 16+)
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## Root Access
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- 🐛 **Found a bug?** [Report it here](https://github.com/brittytino/patchwork/issues/new?template=bug_report.md)
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- 💡 **Have an idea?** [Request a feature](https://github.com/brittytino/patchwork/issues/new?template=feature_request.md)
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## Why Not on Play Store?
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You might wonder why Patchwork isn't available on the Google Play Store. Here's why:
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The app uses highly sensitive system APIs and internal permissions that typically violate Play Store policies. Features like:
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- System-level accessibility control
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- Direct hardware button interception
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- App freezing (pm disable)
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- Advanced system settings modification
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...are all technically restricted or discouraged by Play Store guidelines. While we build everything with safety in mind, we don't want to risk getting the developer account banned or having the app constantly removed.
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**Sideloading** (installing APKs directly) gives us the freedom to provide these power-user features without restrictions. Plus, it keeps Patchwork truly independent and community-focused!
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## Project Philosophy
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Patchwork exists because I wanted to extract the maximum potential from my Android device without root, while having a beautiful and cohesive experience. As a long-time Tasker user and Android enthusiast, I built this as an all-in-one solution for everything I wanted on my phone.

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