Missing SuperSU app icon

[mntnbkr]

I recently (2 days ago) fastboot installed the 8.1 update on my Pixel XL 128 (kept data). Following that, I rooted using TWRP and flashable zips; AROMA installer, SuperSU v2.82, and suhide v1.08. After all of this, I went in to confirm root access by using root explorer and by opening the Super SU app. So far everything is good.

Today, I noticed that my Super SU icon is missing from the folder that I have placed it in (I'm using Nova Launcher). No big deal, I'll just search for it and place it back in the folder. No, SuperSU isn't found when I do a search. I switched over to pixel launcher and went into the app drawer, and the icon is missing from there as well. Google play shows that SuperSU Pro is installed, it is in my list of apps in the settings menu, and root checker confirms that it is installed and that my phone is still rooted and passes safetynet check.

I rebooted my phone thinking that may restore the icon, and not only did the Super SU icon not reappear, but I'm now missing another app icon. I haven't figured out yet which app it is that's disappeared after the reboot.

I've tried uninstalling and reinstalling SuperSU Pro through the Play store and the icon still doesn't show up. When I uninstall SuperSU Pro, and try to install SuperSU, it will not install.

Anyone have any idea as to why this is happening or how to fix it?

 

[Homeboy76]

I recently (2 days ago) fastboot installed the 8.1 update on my Pixel XL 128 (kept data). Following that, I rooted using TWRP and flashable zips; AROMA installer, SuperSU v2.82, and suhide v1.08. After all of this, I went in to confirm root access by using root explorer and by opening the Super SU app. So far everything is good.

Today, I noticed that my Super SU icon is missing from the folder that I have placed it in (I'm using Nova Launcher). No big deal, I'll just search for it and place it back in the folder. No, SuperSU isn't found when I do a search. I switched over to pixel launcher and went into the app drawer, and the icon is missing from there as well. Google play shows that SuperSU Pro is installed, it is in my list of apps in the settings menu, and root checker confirms that it is installed and that my phone is still rooted and passes safetynet check.

I rebooted my phone thinking that may restore the icon, and not only did the Super SU icon not reappear, but I'm now missing another app icon. I haven't figured out yet which app it is that's disappeared after the reboot.

I've tried uninstalling and reinstalling SuperSU Pro through the Play store and the icon still doesn't show up. When I uninstall SuperSU Pro, and try to install SuperSU, it will not install.

Anyone have any idea as to why this is happening or how to fix it?

Use a file explorer to extract SuperSU, open the common folder, install SuperSU.apk

 

[mntnbkr]

Use a file explorer to extract SuperSU, open the common folder, install SuperSU.apk

As I mentioned, Super SU Pro is installed, there just isn't an icon for it. I'm also missing another (yet to be determined) icon.

 

[sb1893]

As I mentioned, Super SU Pro is installed, there just isn't an icon for it. I'm also missing another (yet to be determined) icon.

Is it possible that you have SuperSu and suhide (you mentioned you installed it) hidden? Try toggling your volume rocker - Vol UP, then Vol Down - 3 times in succession within 3 sec. That should unhide the apps if they are hidden.

Good luck.

S

 

[sliding_billy]

Is it possible that you have SuperSu and suhide (you mentioned you installed it) hidden? Try toggling your volume rocker - Vol UP, then Vol Down - 3 times in succession within 3 sec. That should unhide the apps if they are hidden.

Good luck.

S

I can vouch for this possibility. My wife managed to hide her SuperSU icon (and SU Hide icon) this way. I still have no idea how she managed to complete the up down sequence needed, and I went on a wild goose chase until an XDA user suggested that it might have happened.

 

[mntnbkr]

Is it possible that you have SuperSu and suhide (you mentioned you installed it) hidden? Try toggling your volume rocker - Vol UP, then Vol Down - 3 times in succession within 3 sec. That should unhide the apps if they are hidden.

Good luck.

S

You sir, are my new hero. I had no idea that this was even a thing. I just toggled the volume rocker and the icons magically appeared! Where is the setting that determines which apps will be hidden when you toggle the vol buttons... and how long has this feature been around?

 

[sb1893]

You sir, are my new hero. I had no idea that this was even a thing. I just toggled the volume rocker and the icons magically appeared! Where is the setting that determines which apps will be hidden when you toggle the vol buttons... and how long has this feature been around?

Glad it worked. Truth be told - I learned about it in much the same way. It is a core feature of suhide and the "hide apps" functions seems to survive some upgrades, reroots, reflashes of SuperSu/suhide. One of the first steps I take before sideloading a new OTA is to "unhide" SuperSu / suhide so that I am able to see them in the app drawer once I have completed the upgrade process. Once I have verified everything, including root and hiding of root is working properly, I then toggle the volume rocker to hide them again. (I need this for a few apps that detect root by looking for the presence of these apps.)

The volume rocker command and other capabilities of suhide are covered in detail in the suhide thread (linked below) and are also described in the "About" tab within suhide.

https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/supersu/suhide-lite-t3653855/page2

Good luck!

 

[mntnbkr]

Glad it worked. Truth be told - I learned about it in much the same way. It is a core feature of suhide and the "hide apps" functions seems to survive some upgrades, reroots, reflashes of SuperSu/suhide. One of the first steps I take before sideloading a new OTA is to "unhide" SuperSu / suhide so that I am able to see them in the app drawer once I have completed the upgrade process. Once I have verified everything, including root and hiding of root is working properly, I then toggle the volume rocker to hide them again. (I need this for a few apps that detect root by looking for the presence of these apps.)

The volume rocker command and other capabilities of suhide are covered in detail in the suhide thread (linked below) and are also described in the "About" tab within suhide.

https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/supersu/suhide-lite-t3653855/page2

Good luck!

Great info. Thanks again!

 

[fiverings]

Is it possible that you have SuperSu and suhide (you mentioned you installed it) hidden? Try toggling your volume rocker - Vol UP, then Vol Down - 3 times in succession within 3 sec. That should unhide the apps if they are hidden.

Good luck.

S

There is an update for suhide, it's 109 version and there is a new version of SuperSU Sr 5 version. When you ticking off the app in suhide, don't hide suhide you only need to turn it blue which is hide from other apps, do the same with the SuperSU app as well. The rest is simple. You will be certified, pass safety net and you will be set to go.