Shizuku Recommended

Recommended Method

Shizuku is the most reliable method and works on after Android 12+ devices. This is the best choice.

Requirements

• Shizuku app—Play Store or GitHub
• Developer Options enabled on your device. Required
• One of these:
  • Wi-Fi (Wireless Debugging)
  • Computer + USB cable

Enable Developer Options Required

Follow the steps for your device:

Huawei, Honor & Most Android devices

1. Open Settings
2. Go to About phone
3. Tap Build number 7 times
4. You'll see "You are now a developer"

Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO (MIUI)

1. Open Settings
2. Go to My device
3. Tap MIUI Version 7 times
4. You'll see "You are now a developer"

Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO (HyperOS)

1. Open Settings
2. Go to My device
3. Tap OS Version 7 times
4. You'll see "You are now a developer"

TECNO, Infinix

1. Open Settings
2. Go to My phone
3. Tap Build number 7 times
4. You'll see "You are now a developer"

Start by using Wi-Fi Wireless Debugging

Requirements

• Android 11 or newer
• Wi-Fi connection required (can use mobile hotspot from another device)

Step 1: Allow Notification permission

1. Open Shizuku app
2. Allow all necessary permissions when asked
3. Tap on Pairing button
4. Enable Show notifications toggle

Step 2: Enable Wireless Debugging

1. Tap on Developer options
2. Scroll down and enable USB debugging
3. Find Wireless debugging and enable it.

Step 3: Pair device with pairing code

A notification will appear with a pairing prompt.

1. Enter the pairing code shown in the notification
2. Tap Pair

Didn't see the notification Popup?

If the notification popup doesn't appear:

1. Swipe down the notification panel
2. Look for Shizuku notification
3. Tap on Enter pairing code

Step 4: Start Shizuku

1. Go back to the Shizuku app
2. Tap on Start button

✅ Ready!

When you see "Shizuku is running", you're all set! Now you can use Shizuku in zFont 3 → Settings → File Handler.

Start Using Computer (ADB)

For detailed instructions on using ADB with a computer, refer to the Official Shizuku Guide.

Use Another Android Phone as Computer

You can use another Android phone instead of a computer!

Install one of these apps on the second phone:

• Bugjaeger
• ADB OTG

Connect both phones with an OTG cable and follow the ADB instructions.

Using Shizuku with zFont 3

Once Shizuku is running:

1. Open zFont 3
2. Go to Settings → File Handler
3. Select Shizuku
4. Grant permission when prompted
5. Done! You can now apply fonts

Troubleshooting & FAQ

Shizuku won't start after successful pairing

Solution:

1. Go to Settings → Developer options
2. Toggle Wireless debugging off, then on again
3. Return to Shizuku app and tap Start

Other issues?

For more troubleshooting and frequently asked questions, check the Official Shizuku FAQ.