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redex for Mac

Bytecode optimizer for Android apps

Quick answer: redex is a command-line tool for macOS. Install it with brew install redex. It is distributed under the MIT licence. It has 30 Homebrew installs in the last 30 days.

What redex is

redex is a command-line tool for macOS: bytecode optimizer for Android apps.

It is distributed as a Homebrew formula, which builds or pours a binary and puts it on your PATH. It is distributed under the MIT licence.

How to install redex

  1. Open Terminal (press ⌘ + Space and type “Terminal”).
  2. If Homebrew is not installed yet, run the installer below once.
  3. Run brew install redex.

Homebrew installer, if you need it:

Prefer a graphical installer? Download it from the official site. MacPicks never hosts or mirrors binaries — the Homebrew command always pulls from the vendor's own release.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install redex on Mac?

Run brew install redex in Terminal. This requires Homebrew; if you do not have it, install it first with the command below.

Is redex open source?

Yes — Homebrew distributes it under the MIT licence.

Does redex run on Apple silicon?

Homebrew publishes this formula for macOS. If upstream does not ship an Apple silicon build, Rosetta 2 handles the Intel binary.

How popular is redex?

It was installed 30 times in the last 30 days according to Homebrew analytics, ranking #5605 in this catalogue.

What version of redex is current?

The latest packaged version is 2026.09.09.