Remove default message:
rm -rf $PREFIX/etc/motd
pkg install nmap
nmap -sP 192.168.1.0/24 # Scan your local network for active devices
| Problem | Solution |
| :--- | :--- |
| "Permission denied" | You forgot chmod +x filename to make a script executable. |
| "Repository is under maintenance" | Run pkg update first. If that fails, switch to a mirror: termux-change-repo |
| "Can't write to /system" | You aren't rooted. Termux is a user-space app. You cannot modify system files. |
| App crashes when typing | Install a third-party keyboard like "Unexpected Keyboard" or "Hacker's Keyboard." | termux complete tutorial
Termux has an add-on for changing colors and fonts. Since we can't easily use the Play Store add-ons with the F-Droid app, we can use a popular community script called Termux-Style. Remove default message:
rm -rf $PREFIX/etc/motd
git clone https://github.com/adi1090x/termux-style
cd termux-style
./install
Once installed, simply type termux-style to launch a menu of colors and fonts (including Powerline fonts!). pkg install nmap
nmap -sP 192
Let’s move from theory to practical projects.
Android kills background apps aggressively. To keep Termux running:
Termux is famous for security tools.
passwd # set login password for termux user