If your screen is shattered but the phone powers on, you can mirror the screen or take a backup.
adb shell screencap /sdcard/screen.png
adb pull /sdcard/screen.png
Better yet, use scrcpy (which relies on ADB) in conjunction with v143 to control the phone via mouse and keyboard.
In the world of Android development and customization, few tools are as revered as ADB (Android Debug Bridge) and Fastboot. While Google provides the official (and bulky) Platform Tools package, a lightweight champion has dominated forums like XDA Developers for years: Minimal ADB Fastboot. minimal adb fastboot v143 portable
Version v1.4.3 (often abbreviated as v143) holds a special place in the community as the last truly "minimal" build before the developer shifted focus. Specifically, the Portable version of this tool remains a must-have for technicians, developers, and power users.
This article dives deep into what Minimal ADB Fastboot v143 Portable is, why you need it, how to install it, advanced troubleshooting commands, and its legacy in 2025. If your screen is shattered but the phone
Using adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0, you can disable carrier or manufacturer bloatware. For example:
adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.facebook.katana
This disables Facebook. If you mess up, a factory reset restores it. This is completely safe and requires zero root access. Better yet, use scrcpy (which relies on ADB)
Given that Google releases Platform Tools monthly, why stick with a 7+ year old portable tool?
Beyond basic flashing, v143 shines in niche scenarios.
The beauty of the portable version is the "Open Command Prompt Here" launcher.