# atvTools

> Must-have tool for every Android TV user

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/dev.vodik7.atvtools](https://chrome-stats.com/d/dev.vodik7.atvtools)

## Overview

- **ID:** `dev.vodik7.atvtools`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** tvDev
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 194,742
- **Rating:** 4.23 / 5 (649 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.3.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-03
- **First published:** 2024-08-10
- **Publisher country:** UA
- **Size:** 31 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=dev.vodik7.atvtools)
- **Website:** [https://tvdevinfo.com/atvtools/](https://tvdevinfo.com/atvtools/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.termsfeed.com/live/b2ffb020-f43f-408f-ad21-0169eae29f91](https://www.termsfeed.com/live/b2ffb020-f43f-408f-ad21-0169eae29f91)

## Description

atvTools is an essential Chrome extension designed for Android TV users to seamlessly control and manage their TV devices from a smartphone. After enabling USB or network debugging on your Android TV, you can sideload apps, manage applications (install, uninstall, enable/disable), and control app permissions directly from your phone.

The tool includes a built-in file manager, screenshot capture, file transfer capability, remote control with mouse mode, and text pasting. Additionally, it allows running shell commands, clearing app caches with a single tap, rebooting or powering off your device, and monitoring system resources like CPU, RAM, network, and storage usage. You can also view running apps and force-stop them if necessary. With its comprehensive set of features, atvTools is a must-have utility for optimizing your Android TV experience.

## Rankings

- #161,250 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ALL_DOWNLOADS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CONNECTED_DEVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `dev.vodik7.atvtools.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise atvTools as a powerful, feature-rich Android TV companion that can replace the remote, handle file transfers, and manage apps across a wide range of devices. The premium version is repeatedly described as worth the price. Recurring drawbacks include unreliable discovery/connections, upgrade prompts, keyboard/input issues on some OS versions, occasional crashes, and device-specific file-transfer limitations. Overall, very capable for power users but stability could improve.

### Pros

- Powerful, feature-rich tool that can replace remote control, file transfer, and app management on Android TV.
- Swiss-knife of features: sending APKs, installing apps, disabling bloatware, and moving files.
- Broad device compatibility across Android TV platforms (Chromecast, Shield, Xiaomi, etc.).
- Premium version offers substantial value and is worth the price.
- ADB tooling and screen mirroring features add depth and utility.

### Cons

- Unreliable connectivity and device discovery; frequent disconnections requiring TV/router restarts.
- Frequent upgrade prompts and paywall limitations hindering day-to-day use.
- Keyboard/input issues on certain OS versions or apps (e.g., Android 12, Kodi).
- Occasional crashes or instability on specific devices (e.g., Google Pixel Fold).
- Some device-specific file-transfer limitations (e.g., copying/moving files between certain devices like Firestick and phone).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/dev.vodik7.atvtools)