Files & Transfer
Android 1.0+
Risk: MODIFIES_DEVICE
Create Directory
Creates new folders on the Android storage filesystem.
Command Syntax
adb shell mkdir
Generic Syntax:
mkdir [-p] [-m <MODE>] <directory_path>...
Options & Parameters
| Flag | Description |
|---|---|
| -p | Create parent directories as needed. |
| -m <MODE> | Set octal permission mode (e.g. 0755). |
Real-World Usage Examples
Create nested directory hierarchy
Creates nested folders.
adb shell mkdir -p /sdcard/MyBackups/2026/August