wmsha/streing

Allows the app to control the system's backup and restore mechanism. Not for use by normal apps.

confirm a full backup or restore operation

Allows the app to launch the full backup confirmation UI. Not to be used by any app.

display unauthorized windows

Allows the app to create windows that are intended to be used by the internal system user interface. Not for use by normal apps.

draw over other apps

Allows the app to draw on top of other applications or parts of the user interface. They may interfere with your use of the interface in any application, or change what you think you are seeing in other applications.

modify global animation speed

Allows the app to change the global animation speed (faster or slower animations) at any time.

manage app tokens

Allows the app to create and manage their own tokens, bypassing their normal Z-ordering. Should never be needed for normal apps.

freeze screen

Allows the application to temporarily freeze the screen for a full-screen transition.

press keys and control buttons

Allows the app to deliver its own input events (key presses, etc.) to other apps. Malicious apps may use this to take over the phone.

record what you type and actions you take

Allows the app to watch the keys you press even when interacting with another app (such as typing a password). Should never be needed for normal apps.

bind to an input method

Allows the holder to bind to the top-level interface of an input method. Should never be needed for normal apps.

bind to an accessibility service