commands-readwrite permision termux

Published on 2026-03-20

To grant Termux write access to the SD card (external storage) on Android, follow these steps:

For Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) to Android 10:

Open Termux and run:
```
termux-setup-storage
```
· This will prompt a permission request to access storage. Allow it.
Check the storage permissions: · Go to Settings → Apps → Termux → Permissions. · Ensure Storage permission is enabled.
Access the SD Card: · After running termux-setup-storage, a symlink is created at: bash cd ~/storage/external-1 · This directory should now allow read/write access to your SD card.

For Android 11+ (Scoped Storage Limitations):

Android 11+ restricts direct SD card access. However, you can still manage files via:

Using the termux-storage command (same as above):
```
termux-setup-storage
```
· Grant permission when prompted.
Using the DocumentFile API (for advanced access): · Install rclone or termux-api for better file management: bash pkg install rclone · Or use: bash pkg install termux-api Then use termux-storage-get to access files.
Alternative: Use cp or mv to/from ~/storage/shared: · Copy files between Termux and SD card via the shared folder: bash cp ~/myfile.txt ~/storage/external-1/

If You Still Can’t Write to SD Card:

· Some Android manufacturers impose additional restrictions. · Try using SAF (Storage Access Framework) via: bash termux-open to manually navigate and grant access to folders.

Final Check:

Run:

ls -l ~/storage/

If external-1 appears, you have access. If not, your device may block SD card writes entirely.

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