Is there an App that saves me the trouble of re-setting up my homescreens everytime i flash a new rom/kernal? I feel I spend alot of time just re-doing everything.
+1 to this! Would like a simple app or process that does only this.
Titanium Backup does this, no? I just flashed AOKP and used TB to restore all apps and data and it put all my folders and widgets back in place.
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From what I understood restoring all "data" can be dangerous because some things don't play nice with other roms. Also, back on my OG Droid, I would restore all apps & data and i would have to start putting everything back together for about 30 minutes before it would remember to place everything back. If i let it sit there it wouldn't restore it though.
It can be restored if you use a aftermarket launcher such as ADW Launcher EX, GO Launcher, LauncherPro, etc. If you use the stock launcher then no.
At most with these aftermarket ones, you'll just need to redo the widgets and that's it.
Mmmm people seem to be in love with nova launcher, maybe ill give it a try thanks!
You can with Titanium Backup. Just backup the home screen app manually before flash. Then restore the home screen app data only.
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Just got my Epic 4g touch yesterday. I'm pretty satisfied with this machine.
I flashed FD19 and later FD24. I just wonder if there is a way to backup and restore the home screen icon, widget and folders. Which app or setting should I backup and restore if using Titanium backup ? Thank you very much.
Are you just using the stock Touchwiz Launcher? If you're using a 3rd party launcher most have backup settings in them. A nandroid will back up that as well as everything else if you're wanting to back up and restore after flashing something new. Just use the advanced restore for data after you flash.
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Are you just using the stock Touchwiz Launcher? If you're using a 3rd party launcher most have backup settings in them. A nandroid will back up that as well as everything else if you're wanting to back up and restore after flashing something new. Just use the advanced restore for data after you flash.
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I'm using the stock ICS launcher. Can I just restore the Launcher app?
You should be able to back it up in titanium backup.
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Sniper, you're everywhere dude.
Just be aware Fook, that in Titanium, you have to manually backup Touchwiz since it is considered a system app.
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Sniper, you're everywhere dude.
Just be aware Fook, that in Titanium, you have to manually backup Touchwiz since it is considered a system app.
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I'm everywhere at once so you better watch out
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Im using Titanium right now but wanted to know if there were any others out there that did the same that are worth checking out. I want to be able to backup my apps and the apps data and be able to restore them like Titanium.
Titanium is good but I find too many errors in the backups that it makes. I want to be able to restore apps with their data.
Any suggestions?
My backup pro
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Rom toolbox pro. It's also got root explorer, icon changer, rebooter option, app manager, and a build.prop editor. It's got nearly everything you would need.
Ill try both. Thanks for the suggestions.
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The problem with titanium back up is that its"too good". It backs up the data as you currently have it much like a nandroid back up. That's great if you don't switch ROMS, cause if you accidentally delete an app then you can restore it. A lot of new ROMS don't tolerate any data at all though so it kind of renders titanium back up use less. If you do use it you will get errors because of the data it restores. Your apps need a clean install when switching ROMS. I suggest. AppBackup off the market. Its free and makes a full copy of all your apps by pulling the apk from the system and saving it as a file on your external sd. You have to re install the apps but it leaves the data alone. Unfortunately you can't save your high score onpc angry birds while switching ROMS. At least ICS ROMS.
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The problem with titanium back up is that its"too good". It backs up the data as you currently have it much like a nandroid back up. That's great if you don't switch ROMS, cause if you accidentally delete an app then you can restore it. A lot of new ROMS don't tolerate any data at all though so it kind of renders titanium back up use less. If you do use it you will get errors because of the data it restores. Your apps need a clean install when switching ROMS. I suggest. AppBackup off the market. Its free and makes a full copy of all your apps by pulling the apk from the system and saving it as a file on your external sd. You have to re install the apps but it leaves the data alone. Unfortunately you can't save your high score onpc angry birds while switching ROMS. At least ICS ROMS.
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Titanium Backup has the option to restore app and data, app only, or data only so this shouldn't be an issue. I have ran AOKP since build 32, and have never had an issue restoring user app plus data from one build to the next. I can't speak to different Roms though.
My Backup Pro.
Been using it for Months.
Excellent Backup/Restore app.
look i have used them all and by far the best for the buck is rom toolbox pro it has it all with ultimate backup built in.it will automatically backup new app if u want it to so that way if u forget before switching roms ur still good to go plus all the bonus the toolbox has makes it in my opinion the best app on the market
Astro file manager does a good job. That is what I use, it backs it up and installs your apps.
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MyBackupPro. Never any problems and always works. I flash a lot and it doesn't disappoint!
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My personal favorite is "APK Batch Installer Tool" hands down! It allows for multiple back-ups to your PC, saving space on your device. Save just the APK's or APK's with data. One of the things I like best is creating folders on my PC, indicating the ROM and version. So its a no brainer if i want to restore a favorite ROM with data I simply select the appropriate folder. A hidden feature is the ability right click and choose back-up/restore all. These functions can be performed wirelessly or by usb cable. Also you can "fix permissions". With a short learning curve, frequent updates, solid performance, its become my must have app. Don't forget to show the dev some love.
The problem with titanium is that i have to use classic installer and its a pain when u got 60 apps backed up. But I still think its the best backup app out there. As for the guy saying that its incompatible when switching roms there a workaround. All u have to do is uninstall and reinstall the troubled app then restore data separately. I ran into that problem from blue kuban 1034 to 1035.
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Also titanium has more options than romtoolbox btw. Not trashing on romtoolbox its still the best utility knife but just the backup functions and options comparison I have to say titanium hands down.
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App Backup and Restore is very fast and simple.
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Just buy titanium backup pro, its well worth it.
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I have been using go back up it does it all
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ROMtoolbox
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system tuner hands down
What is the best way to restore data backup from a tw rom without getting a bunch of force closing. I know about restoring apps with data from TB but I rather restore my entire setup. With having to set up my screens all over
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What is the best way to restore data backup from a tw rom without getting a bunch of force closing. I know about restoring apps with data from TB but I rather restore my entire setup. With having to set up my screens all over
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Restoring screens and settings is always problematic, especially when going between ROM types (TW and CM10).
Best case for restoring screens is using a launcher that allows you to back up the home screens.
Restoring settings is best done manually.
Restoring apps can use TB or Mybackup root, or any number of other backup apps.
I personally delete all the unnecessary apks and leave only the barebones.
I flash gapps
No but seriously, I usually install some sort of sound enhancer followed by an entire day of tweaking and customizing to my heart's content.
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restore all my apps through titanium backup
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restore all my apps through titanium backup
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That too ^
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Hope it didn't kill my phone..lol
Just kidding
I let it settle for a bit
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Reboot the phone.
Next question?
I let all of my apps download from the play store then use GO Backup to restore sms and app data.
Cross my fingers and hope it boots
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I flash gapps
No but seriously, I usually install some sort of sound enhancer followed by an entire day of tweaking and customizing to my heart's content.
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Expand? What do you tweak..? ROM?
I have CM10 but have never changed anything about it besides the kernel.
Restore my play store apps, restore NOVA backup, make my desired changes in ROM control, and install/tweak my kernel.
remove bloatware and apps i dont use
Play xbox for 15 minutes while phone reboots, restore my apex settings and desktop, restore my apps with titanium backup, restore contacts, and then restore my texts. Lastly, enjoy the new, smooth rom.
I check all cracks and scratches after in frustration that I can't install Rom correctly was throwing my phone around.
Like all above . Restore my data and apps
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I set up my google account for my contacts and calendar. I use Titanium Backup to uninstall and freeze unneeded apps and to restore my apps and data. Restore SMS. After that I set my screens to my liking and enjoy my new ROM.
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I set up my google account for my contacts and calendar. I use Titanium Backup to uninstall and freeze unneeded apps and to restore my apps and data. Restore SMS. After that I set my screens to my liking and enjoy my new ROM.
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Titanium backup and downloading any missing apps from google play> my apps>all ( If I d/l an app, dont like it and uninstall it it still appears under "my apps>all" which is a bit inconvenient since i wont use it or need it. BUT these can be deleted manually so I keep this neat by only having the apps I use here. Makes the restore/update process MUCH easier.)
I also synch google account for contacts/calendar
Once it is all to my liking I performa a FULL clockwork backup. This way the ROM is nice and clean and set up when it is time to restore at a later point.
Does it exist? I've just been fresh installing everything since day one, and I'm fine with that but if there's a faster way without sacrificing stability I'd take it. I've heard both good and bad about titanium backup.
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When you install a completely different rom, a full wipe is necessary. No way around that. Titanium backup pro will help you restore apps and data quickly. Free one prompts you to install each app individually.
Yeah, I used tb to install apps and data but that seemed to slow the ROM down to a crawl. Even just restoring apps seems to inhibit the ROM a little bit. I'm more than willing to just fresh install the few apps I do use just to be safe. I get super OCD with making sure I get a good flash.
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I don't think there's any way quicker to restore apps and sms than with TB and SMS Backup and Restore...there's always the backup feature in Nova Launcher too (if you use that). For a long time, I stopped making nandroid backups, and after flashing multiple Roms every week, I appreciate their true value now lol
I absolutely adore nova's restore feature resetting up my screens was my least favorite part of flashing, especially when I used to use a ton of widgets.
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