If an OEM’s developers have rolled out a buggy update or entirely overhauled the UI/UX aspect, then you might not like every update. There are times you might wonder if you could downgrade system apps without any complicated tools and software. If you’re in this situation, then this guide is perfect for you.
Downgrading apps on your smartphone
When talking about user apps, you can easily carry out the downgrade of these apps by uninstalling them and then reinstalling the older build. However, this isn’t the same for system apps. With system apps, things can get a little complicated. As they cannot be uninstalled directly from the device, you’ll need to execute a series of ADB commands for getting the job done.
In certain cases, you may even need to use ADB commands for installing the older versions of the apps. Ultimately, this is a tad lengthy, complex process that needs the use of a PC. However, this isn’t the case all the time. You can easily checkmark these requirements using this nifty method through which you can downgrade system apps without using ADB Commands.
How to downgrade system apps without using ADB Commands
Every great thing comes with a catch, and unfortunately, the same will be the case here too. While this process is pretty short, easy, and doesn’t need a PC, your device will still have to be rooted. This is the only potential drawback with this method when compared to the ADB Shell. With that in mind, here are the instructions that you’ll need to follow –
- To start off, you’ll need to root your smartphone via Magisk
- After that, download and install the LSPosed app
- Then, install “Let Me Downgrade” from GitHub
- After that, you should launch LSPosed, head over to Modules, and then enable the toggle beside “Let Me Downgrade”
- Once it is done, you will have to restart your smartphone
- After that, bring up Quick Settings before pressing the edit icon
- Drag and place the App Downgrade tile before tapping on it to enable it
- You can now install the older version of your chosen system app
