Termux XFCE Desktop Setup

This repository provides a script to set up an XFCE desktop environment and a Debian proot installation within Termux. The setup utilizes the Termux-X11 server, which will be installed during the process. You will be prompted to allow Termux to install the corresponding Android APK.

Key Features

• User-Friendly Setup: Simply choose your username and follow the on-screen prompts.
• Storage Requirements: Approximately 4GB of storage space is required. Note that additional applications will consume more space.
• Detailed Documentation: Please review the full README for comprehensive information about this setup.

Installation

To install, execute the following command in Termux:

curl -sL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/phoenixbyrd/Termux_XFCE/main/install_xfce_native.sh -o install.sh && bash install.sh

Support and Community

For questions, assistance, or suggestions, join our Discord community:
Discord Invite Link

Screenshots

Use Case

This setup is optimized for use on devices like the Samsung Galaxy Fold 3, functioning as a PC/laptop replacement when connected to a monitor, keyboard, and mouse. It is designed for daily use and serves as a personal daily driver.

Starting the Desktop

To start the desktop, use the following command:

start

This command initiates a Termux-X11 session, starts the XFCE4 desktop, and opens the Termux-X11 app directly into the desktop.

To access the Debian proot environment from the terminal, use:

debian

Note: The display is pre-configured in the Debian proot environment, allowing you to launch GUI applications directly from the terminal.

Hardware Acceleration & Proot

Several aliases are provided to simplify launching applications:

Termux XFCE:

• prun: Execute commands from the Debian proot environment directly in the Termux terminal without entering the proot shell.
• zrun: Launch applications in Debian proot with hardware acceleration.
• zrunhud: Launch applications with hardware acceleration and FPS HUD.

Debian Proot:

debian To enter the Debian proot environment, from there, you can install additional software using sudo apt.

Additional Utilities

• cp2menu: Copy .desktop files from Debian proot to the Termux XFCE menu for easy access.
• app-installer: Easy to use GUI app to manage installing additional apps not available in Termux or Debian repositories.

Troubleshooting

Process Completed (Signal 9) - Press Enter

1. Install LADB from the Play Store or download it from here.
2. Connect to Wi-Fi.
3. Enable wireless debugging in Developer Settings and note the port number and pairing code.
4. Enter these values in LADB.
5. Once connected, run the following command:

adb shell "/system/bin/device_config put activity_manager max_phantom_processes 2147483647"

You can also run adb shell directly from Termux by following the guide in this video:
YouTube Guide