Ok, so I've searched and couldnt find an exact answer...
when someone says a "full wipe" - I'm using amon Ra... and if I choose the "wipe data/Factory reset" option is that a "full wipe"?
Or do I need to do that plus wipe data/cache/Dalvik cache?
And another thing, is there something I'm missing about how to search for stuff... It seems I only get good results on a search when I try to post a thread and it does that automatic search thing... what am I missing? Is there a certain way to enter the terms where I'll get better results so I can avoid redundant posts?.... and I know this may sound like a stupid question but just help a fellow out please
My understanding is a full wipe is wiping data/factory reset and wiping data cache/dalvik cache.
This is what I do but with clockwork.
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Just another fyi. When switching between nightlies like cm7 is just wipe caches. If I switch between rom's I do a full wipe.
So far I have had very few issues.
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Ok, thanks... I was having quite a bit of FC's on stuff on MikFroyo 4.5 and was about to do a reflash and wanted to make sure I was wipin everything I should..
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So, I have searched all over XDA but still haven't found an answer. Is there any differences between these 3 methods or do they all do the EXACT same thing? Does the "wipe cache partition" wipe the dalvik cache?
Currently running stock 2.1 (1.47.651.1) and would like to do a COMPLETE factory reset and clear all caches before I upgrade to 2.2 OTA. Which one of these methods is the most thorough and complete?
1) settings -> privacy -> "factory data reset"
2) hboot -> "clear storage"
3) recovery -> "wipe data/factory reset"
4) recovery -> "wipe cache partition"
That's entirely uneccesary on a stock update.
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SharkUW said:
That's entirely uneccesary on a stock update.
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You may consider it unnecessary but I would appreciate an answer to my questions.
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You may consider it unnecessary but I would appreciate an answer to my questions.
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Fair enough. Storage will wipe your sdcard iirc. I'm not sure if there's a way to clear the dalvic cache on stock. At least there was some confusion w/ clockwork where people were using it's "factory reset" option and it's version at least doesn't fully wipe that cache, it's separate.
In any case, the OTA is a bunch of patches for the most part. You can even find a text file in it with settings for its scripts to wipe the part that needs wiping.
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Iam running myn's warm rls5. I want to change my fonts and iam not sure if i need to wipe cache, data and dalvik before i flash this new font. It says to "flash these just like how you flash roms" but it dont say anything about wiping.
just the dalvik and cache, piece of cake.
just a heads up, but some of them will cause bootloops and i haven't figured out how to tell yet. For instance, "fontin" worked on every sense 2.2 but bootloops aosp 2.3. make a backup
So why only the cach and dalvik and not the data. Can anybody tell me what each thing does and why you need to wipe. Thanks!
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no you do not have to wipe anything. Just flash and enjoy
Iam confused now. Someone is saying to wipe and the other is saying not too. Is there a forum that explains it.
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calishooter said:
Iam confused now. Someone is saying to wipe and the other is saying not too. Is there a forum that explains it.
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Theoretically you don't have to wipe anything when flashing a font because all it does is change a few files in the font folder. However, I always wipe cache and dalvik when flashing any mod just to be on the safe side.
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And always backup before flashing as said before. If everything is fine after flashing then you can just delete that nandroid if you want to free up memory on your sd. But like stated, it doesn't matter what you are flashing, things may not always go right.
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And never wipe data unless you're flashing a rom. Wiping data will wipe all of your apps & such. When flashing themes, kernels, mods, fonts, apps, etc only wipe cache & dalvik cache.
Ok...i understand now. Iam guna backup then wipe cache and delvik before i flash. Thanks to everyone who replied back.
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You do not need to wipe anything for fonts, i never have. I flashed font only from this thread below. Flash till you find the one you like...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=801160
Hey guys so I just flashed this rom on to my phone:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1175842
It looks amazing, but how do I get it to work without all the force closes?
Nils says this in the thread:
"If you choose to flash over without a wipe and have lags, FC's, things missing, or things just don't work right then flash again with a complete wipe"
What does he mean by a complete wipe? and how do I do this? Thanks everyone!
Use Rom manager(found in market) boot into recovery. You will see 2 wipe options Data and cache partition. Wipe both 3 times each. Still in recovery click on advanced. Wipe dalvick cache 3 times. Then install rom.
Full wipe
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MagnaCore said:
Use Rom manager(found in market) boot into recovery. You will see 2 wipe options Data and cache partition. Wipe both 3 times each. Still in recovery click on advanced. Wipe dalvick cache 3 times. Then install rom.
Full wipe
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You don't need to wipe each thing 3 times; it's the same code executing, so once is perfectly fine.
anyway, like MagnaCore said, a full wipe is:
Factory Reset
Wipe Data/Cache partition
go to advanced
wipe system
wipe data
wipe dalvik cache
I think that's where they're located; can't remember 100% for sure tho.
I'd do what the poster above me said, and /system is actually in the "mounts and storage" menu in recovery.
Ah that's right couldn't remember where it was for sure. Thanks for the correction.
No problem. Always a good thing to remember to wipe,since it isn't covered by the wipe data/factory reset option. IMO it's better to be more thorough with WHAT you're wiping as opposed to doing it multiple times..
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No problem. Always a good thing to remember to wipe,since it isn't covered by the wipe data/factory reset option. IMO it's better to be more thorough with WHAT you're wiping as opposed to doing it multiple times..
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Exactly.
I usually do the factory reset, wipe data/cache, go to mounts, wipe system/data/cache again, and then go to advanced and wipe dalvik cache; just to make sure I got everything.
Bmw, you have .92 hboot, yes? You'll find force closes with this if not.
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I was recently on TDJ's Darkside Rom. I decided to flash the Infamous Resurrection. I followed the instructions Wipe Flash etc. However when I rebooted almost all of my apps are still there and then they start force closing like CRAAAAZY. I know I can go and "fix permissions" however I want a FULL CLEAN INSTALL. The other rom was giving me weird issues and I am ready for something else. I use TWRP. What's up? How can I do a system wipe and cache wipe and still have most of my apps? This doesn't seem right. How can I fix this? Thanks sincerely for any help given .
You need to write your data, or "factory reset", because your apps and stuff are kept in the data partition, not the system partition. Just do the factory reset, wipe system, cache, and dalvik, and then flash again.
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You need to write your data, or "factory reset", because your apps and stuff are kept in the data partition, not the system partition. Just do the factory reset, wipe system, cache, and dalvik, and then flash again.
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This absolutely worked ! Thanks so much!
Hi All,
I may be thinking too much, but I have the following concern on my mind... you always hear people saying "FULL WIPE" .. then you hear some other members saying "Wipe your SD"... or dirty flash.. etc...
I was thinking I was "FULL WIPING" each time I load a rom, but I may be wrong?!?
I use TWRP and do the following method...
1) Select Wipe
2) Wipe/Select "Factory Reset"
3) Wipe/ Select "System"
4) Wipe Cache & dalvik cache...
& thats it, thats all I was doing..
Then, another member told me to "Wipe my SD"
I just want to know what the CORRECT way is?
Thank you very much!
You're preforming a full wipe just as you are. I do that 3 times before a ROM, but that's overkill. It's just a force of habit
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Hi All,
I may be thinking too much, but I have the following concern on my mind... you always hear people saying "FULL WIPE" .. then you hear some other members saying "Wipe your SD"... or dirty flash.. etc...
I was thinking I was "FULL WIPING" each time I load a rom, but I may be wrong?!?
I use TWRP and do the following method...
1) Select Wipe
2) Wipe/Select "Factory Reset"
3) Wipe/ Select "System"
4) Wipe Cache & dalvik cache...
& thats it, thats all I was doing..
Then, another member told me to "Wipe my SD"
I just want to know what the CORRECT way is?
Thank you very much!
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the way are doing it is the correct way. sometimes if you are just upgrading to a newer version of the same rom you can just wipe cache and dalviik cache but even then i alwys do a full wipe. keeps out the little bugs.
tgamble160 said:
the way are doing it is the correct way. sometimes if you are just upgrading to a newer version of the same rom you can just wipe cache and dalviik cache but even then i alwys do a full wipe. keeps out the little bugs.
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Many ROMs like Carbon wipe caches and system automatically with a dirty flash
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Thank you everyone for your responses.
Some people should stick to one set of terminology instead of recommending improper steps!
Thank you very much!
I mean, think about it... "Wipe SD Card" Sounds like your supposed to wipe your actual SD card if your a rookie.. Should always be refereed to one way..sorry I get so specific sometimes LOL
Im not afraid to say im the rookie! lol
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Thank you everyone for your responses.
Some people should stick to one set of terminology instead of recommending improper steps!
Thank you very much!
I mean, think about it... "Wipe SD Card" Sounds like your supposed to wipe your actual SD card if your a rookie.. Should always be refereed to one way..sorry I get so specific sometimes LOL
Im not afraid to say im the rookie! lol
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Just to muddy the waters a bit - at times I see the wipe SD card recommendation when people are having issues (e.g. phone says you have no storage available when you do), or when dealing w/ fat32 vs exfat situations. In those situations the interpretation of "wipe SD card" as meaning you should actually wipe your SD card is quite accurate. One of those context-dependent things I suppose
When I used system wipe in twrp I would lose root and twr. Is it still safe to run toolkit to root again and install twrp recovery or should I inject a rooted stock rom and use goo manager to flash twrp again. I am confused. Help please!
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When I used system wipe in twrp I would lose root and twr. Is it still safe to run toolkit to root again and install twrp recovery or should I inject a rooted stock rom and use goo manager to flash twrp again. I am confused. Help please!
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System wipe doesn't touch recovery, so you may have done something. Also what ROM did you flash after wiping because every ROM that is flashed in recovery is pre rooted
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Never wipe back to front
Remember that. And tell your girl that too. Very important. Lol
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