Best Termux Settings To Change First

Update Packages First

Before changing anything, update all packages.

bash
pkg update && pkg upgrade -y

This prevents many common issues.

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Enable Storage Access

Allow Termux to access your files.

bash
termux-setup-storage

Tap:

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Allow

when Android asks for permission.

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Change Package Mirror

A faster mirror improves download speed.

Run:

bash
termux-change-repo

Choose a nearby mirror server.

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Enable Extra Keys Row

The extra keys row adds useful buttons like:

- CTRL - ESC - TAB - Arrow keys

Create the config folder:

bash
mkdir -p ~/.termux

Create the config file:

bash
nano ~/.termux/termux.properties

Add this:

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extra-keys = [['ESC','/','-','HOME','UP','END','PGUP'],['TAB','CTRL','ALT','LEFT','DOWN','RIGHT','PGDN']]

Save the file and reload settings:

bash
termux-reload-settings

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Install a Better Text Editor

Nano is beginner-friendly and easier to use.

bash
pkg install nano -y

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Install Basic Tools

Useful packages every beginner should install:

bash
pkg install git curl wget python -y

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Change Terminal Font Size

Open:

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Termux → Settings → Font Size

Increase the font size for better readability.

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Enable Dark Theme

Go to:

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Termux → Settings → Colors

Choose a dark color scheme that feels comfortable.

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Prevent Android From Killing Termux

Some Android devices stop Termux in the background.

Disable battery optimization for Termux:

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Settings → Apps → Termux → Battery → Unrestricted

This helps long-running scripts work properly.

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Verify Everything Works

Test Python:

bash
python --version

Test Git:

bash
git --version

If version numbers appear, your setup is working correctly.

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Final Thoughts

These small settings make Termux much easier and more comfortable to use.

After this setup, you can start:

- Learning Linux commands - Installing packages - Writing scripts - Programming on Android