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[Q] N00b updating Custom ROM

I have installed MildWild CM-2.7 on my Desire but there is now MildWild CM-2.8 and I can't find a guide how to install/update my Desire.
I have got S-OFF and recovery by Revolutionary The guide I followed to S-OFF and ROOT
This is the ROM I using. MildWild CM ROM

Just flash it via recovery like you did with the previous version

Will flashing the new version cause me to loose everything on my current version I.e apps and data etc??
Thanks for the reply though

do back up first, wipe davik+cache and flash it... it should work if not do full wipe and restore back up
just post any result we will move from there

What should I use to hackup TIbackup? Or is there a better one that you reccomend?
Wh000sher

Titanium and recovery. All basic stuff. Have a,read of my rooting faq in my signature. Tells you everything you need to know
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rootSU said:
Titanium and recovery. All basic stuff. Have a,read of my rooting faq in my signature. Tells you everything you need to know
Sent from my HTC Desire using Tapatalk
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Do I only restore the Titanium I am guessing, as restoring recovery would revert back to my current ROM? and I have thanks

Yes indeed. With titanium, only restore "missing apps with data".
Theres a guide Angusc wrote here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1480343

ROM Manager can make updating so much easier - well worth the investment.

JohnHarrisNZ said:
ROM Manager can make updating so much easier - well worth the investment.
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I can't speak for other devices but for Desire, nope it's not worth the time and money.

kotag82 said:
do back up first, wipe davik+cache and flash it.
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So I'm only wiping the davik cahce correct?
Not anything else or have I missed something?

Wh000sher said:
So I'm only wiping the davik cahce correct?
Not anything else or have I missed something?
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Things I've learned with all this flashing that may be helpful for you.
1. Before flashing, always backup your current system up. nandbackup via recovery, titanium for your apps, sd card if really needed for that you need to do.
2. If flashing an updated version of same rom, wipe cache and dalvik only on your recovery (unless explicitly specified by dev to make a full wipe.)
3. If you are having weird issues after upgrading the same rom, do a full wipe and start fresh. If issue is not resolved, report the issue to the Dev's thread.
4. Do a Full Wipe on recovery (System/factory, cache, dalvik if coming from a different rom).

stankyou said:
Things I've learned with all this flashing that may be helpful for you.
1. Before flashing, always backup your current system up. nandbackup via recovery, titanium for your apps, sd card if really needed for that you need to do.
2. If flashing an updated version of same rom, wipe cache and dalvik only on your recovery (unless explicitly specified by dev to make a full wipe.)
3. If you are having weird issues after upgrading the same rom, do a full wipe and start fresh. If issue is not resolved, report the issue to the Dev's thread.
4. Do a Full Wipe on recovery (System/factory, cache, dalvik if coming from a different rom).
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Thanks for the reply.
In response to 2. I am using ClockworkMod as my Recovery and I am guessing you mean I have to wipe 'cache partition' and 'wike dalvik cache' under advanced?
I am creating a guide to help fellow N00bs how to update a rom and change between ROM's
Wh000sher

Wh000sher said:
Thanks for the reply.
In response to 2. I am using ClockworkMod as my Recovery and I am guessing you mean I have to wipe 'cache partition' and 'wike dalvik cache' under advanced?
I am creating a guide to help fellow N00bs how to update a rom and change between ROM's
Wh000sher
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Yes if I remember correctly there are the first three lines on that recovery is wipe system, cache partition (like you stated), and wipe dalvik. So if upgrading just wipe cache partition and dalvik cache.
System partition is where the "Android OS" resides. Wiping it is like formatting your computer. Most of the time, incremental updates of the same rom requires you to wipe just the cache partition and dalvik, otherwise if the rom update has a lot of changes, the dev might require you to wipe all three options on the recovery.

Having wiped my cache and dalvik cache. I am now wanting to install the new version. On the main screen I have 2 options which are tempting to click.
One is 'Apply update from SD card' and the other is 'Install zip from SD card'
I am unsure of which to choose but my gut instinct is to go with 'Install zip from SD card', is this correct or am i going to make a terrible mistake?
wh000sher

Install zip from SD

[Q] Installing new version of Sandvold ICS query

Hi there,
i tried to post this question in the Sandvold ICS thread but XDA doesnt allow me because i have less than 10 post etc
So i currently have Sandvold ICS Beta 0.15.0.1
I would like to install the most recent version. I am not sure whether to install it or do a fresh wipe and then do the install?
What should i do?
Thanks in advance,

You should always do a fresh start. So, wipe everything except sdcard

MidnightDevil said:
You should always do a fresh start. So, wipe everything except sdcard
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How do i prevent it from not wiping the SDCard?
I am using ClockworkMod Recovery 2.0.5.7 by the way.
Thanks,

Factory reset / wipe data will do it. To be honest it shouldn't wipe the SD card unless you specifically ask it to. The only bits it should touch are .android secure and if you have and ext partition.

I do have an ex partition on my sd card. I do have apps installed in that particular partition.
Am i right in saying that i will need to backup the apps from that particular partition?
Also will my partition remain when i do the wipe?
Thanks in advance.

Yes backup all apps and data using something such as Titanium and then do a nandroid backup in recovery.
The wipe / factory reset will wipe the EXT but your partition will remain.
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Of course always wipe first then install.
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Sandvold ICS
Yes to get a newer version of Sandvold ICS, you would need to do a fresh install.
Though if you like Sandvold ICS, I really strongly recommend you to try CyanogenMod 10 Elk759 (JellyBean)
It is simply faster, better and more stable if you ask me. Beside that it also includes a OTA Updater, which
allowes you to update your rom without having to to do a clean install each time.
You should diffenetly check it out!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1827934
- Though remember to install GApps which is also linked in the post.

Question about installing custom ROM w/ TWRP

Just got a T999 GS3 today. Already rooted and installed TWRP. I do not have an External SD card, so I will be putting the ROM that I want to flash (CM10 Stable) on internal SD card. But since I have to WIPE everything before I install the Custom ROM, how do I make sure that I don't wipe the custom ROM install zip as well?
Do I just do a WIPE of cache, dalvik cache, and system? And make sure that I do not wipe internal storage?
Or is there something else to this?
Thanks!!

Do a factory reset wipe system then wipe both caches install ROM wipe both caches again and fix permissions you should be good.
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Wipe cache, dalvik, fatory reset..... wont delete yr ROM zip file.
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phositadc said:
Just got a T999 GS3 today. Already rooted and installed TWRP. I do not have an External SD card, so I will be putting the ROM that I want to flash (CM10 Stable) on internal SD card. But since I have to WIPE everything before I install the Custom ROM, how do I make sure that I don't wipe the custom ROM install zip as well?
Do I just do a WIPE of cache, dalvik cache, and system? And make sure that I do not wipe internal storage?
Or is there something else to this?
Thanks!!
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No, there is a seperate option for that.
1. Factory reset
2. Flash ROM and various files
3. reset dalvik cache and cache
4. Reboot
Easy as that

Which method you followed to root? I just got the phone and look ing for the easy way to root. I heard a lot about lost the IMEI so I'm kind of worry

Thanks all. I'm now running CM10 stable and all seems to be well.
saotua said:
Which method you followed to root? I just got the phone and look ing for the easy way to root. I heard a lot about lost the IMEI so I'm kind of worry
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I actually used this method: http://www.androidrootz.com/2012/10/how-to-root-galaxy-s3-on-mac-osx.html. It worked fine and took about 20 seconds. I then used Goo Manager to install TWRP, and then I installed CM10 and Gapps. Whole process took literally about 10 minutes. Wasn't even aware of the IMEI issue prior to rooting. I will have to remember to backup my IMEI sometime today.

[Q] Quick Question About Full Wiping

Hey there,
Running CM10 on an AT&T Galaxy S3 and I want to wipe my phone to reinstall a fresh copy of cm10. Haven't done this too often so my question is,
In CWM, is it enough to simply Wipe Data/Factory Reset to achieve a full wipe, or do I need to format the phone? If I format the phone, would I need to re-root it again?

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Hey there,
Running CM10 on an AT&T Galaxy S3 and I want to wipe my phone to reinstall a fresh copy of cm10. Haven't done this too often so my question is,
In CWM, is it enough to simply Wipe Data/Factory Reset to achieve a full wipe, or do I need to format the phone? If I format the phone, would I need to re-root it again?
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I would just follow op instructions exactly on installing rom I always full wipe and never had a issue yet I wipe data/factory rest.wipe cash,wipe dav,mount and storage format system and no u won't loss root ..
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[Q] Which option is best?

Im have my Note 2 (L900) rooted and it has philz custom recovery installed (lasted version 6.x.x) i am currently running stock 4.3 JB. I have downloaded and would like to install AOKP ( jb-mr2) milestone 1, the last stable JB 4.3 rom they have. I have the proper gapps downloaded as well. My question is when flashing should i choose to factory reset or clear for a new rom? If im missing anything else or any steps please also inform me.

You need to do a full wipe.

Skripka said:
You need to do a full wipe.
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I know to wipe both caches, i know to do a factory reset/wipe data. With philz custom recovery there are to options that come up when you choose to do a factory reset. 1: wipe data/ factory reset or option 2: clean to install new rom. Should i just choose option 2? Ive looked thru the thread about the custom recovery and everything. Nobody suggests which option to do or which is better. Please help.

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I know to wipe both caches, i know to do a factory reset/wipe data. With philz custom recovery there are to options that come up when you choose to do a factory reset. 1: wipe data/ factory reset or option 2: clean to install new rom. Should i just choose option 2? Ive looked thru the thread about the custom recovery and everything. Nobody suggests which option to do or which is better. Please help.
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Just do both wouldn't hurt any thing also u might want to backup u r internal sd and then do a wipe of sd card 0 "NOT" sd card 1 cause that will erase everything external sd card .
SGNote2

guycan said:
Just do both wouldn't hurt any thing also u might want to backup u r internal sd and then do a wipe of sd card 0 "NOT" sd card 1 cause that will erase everything external sd card .
SGNote2
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Thank you!!!! :good: