Reference
Glossary of Terms
Definitions for common terms in the YouTube Vanced and ReVanced ecosystem.
📅 Last updated: May 2026
Vanced Manager
Installation tool for YouTube Vanced (discontinued)
MicroG / GmsCore
Google account helper for modified apps
SponsorBlock
Community-driven sponsored segment skipper
Background Playback
Audio continues when screen is off
Picture-in-Picture
Floating video window while using other apps
Patcher
Tool that modifies apps by applying patches
APK
Android application package file format
Split APK
Multi-file app distribution format
Root vs Non-Root
Superuser access vs standard device access
Android TV Client
App designed for TV remote navigation