so i backed up my nova launcher and then when i went back to restore it it wasnt there.. i saved the .novabackup file to my computer since i figured that would happen.. it says the file location is /sdcard/data/com.teslacoilsw.launcher/backup so i put the file there and obviously it didnt recognize it.. so i made a mock backup so i could search around where it saved so i can save mine in that same spot but the file is no where to be found.
can anyone help im on nova launcher version 2.0.1 prime version
update: i was able to locate my backup file and it is saved in /storage/emulated/legacy/data/com.teslacoilsw.launcher/backup.... yet i cant find this folder within android file transfer ugh
I use Apex Launcher and I am betting it works the same. When I flash a new ROM it doesn't have my backup of the desktop or settings to restore. BUT if I then restore Apex Launcher DATA ONLY with titanium backup THEN CHOOSE restore desktop data and restore settings within Apex then it is back to my saved backed up copy.
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I'm thinking about the change the ROM. What is the best way to keep all my apps and files? Can I just backup with Titanium Backup and restore it? I'm not sure if the SD card will be restored too through a factory reset.
I use MyBackup Pro - Paid app but does all the work for you in theory. Backs up everything. Quite cheap for a backup app.
And what's with the SD card? If I'm not completely wrong, I think the SD card is going to be deleted...
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And what's with the SD card? If I'm not completely wrong, I think the SD card is going to be deleted...
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Not unless you want it all to be deleted. When I flash a new ROM and wipe data, it doesn't delete the files on it, all my wallpapers are still in there and APK's I want to install.
I use titanium backup, a complete backup tool for root users which works really well
I use titanium, it works great even the free one
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Titanium Backup all the way mate.
There is a special partition layout that prevents the SD card (/dev/media) from being wiped. The only exception is if you flash a stock Google ROM - that will wipe the SD card.
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my backup root is the way to go saves all apks and data as well as photos, txts, call log, and most settings only have to redo a couple things whenever i flash
also think about using a custom launcher to preserve your homescreen setups, most people are loving NOVA launcher available here in the forums and it allows you to backup all your home screens so that after you push your new rom you wont have to re-set up your shortcuts.
I use both Clockwork and TiBu. I have never flashed a ROM that alsoformats my card, but I suppose its possible.
However, I have not always had good luck with TiBu restoring all icons and widgets. Apps and data always come across fine, except in cases of dramatically different ROM versions, like jumping from Gingerbread to ICS where data like contacts can fail to transfer. No big deal because I just re-sync with Outlook.
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For those using MyBackupPro, anyone have issues when backing up just data?
When I select data and use the default directory, /mnt/sdcard, I get "Error during backup:unable to open database file." Using version 3.0.6. I usually just tell it to backup SMS,MMS,Call Log.
Titanium backup synced to Dropbox
So all the tutorials I see say to use "menu>batch" to backup user apps/data, but there is NO BATCH!! I ran backup and it just put a bunch of gz/tar files in a directory!!! So now after I've already updated ROM to JB, TB is not allowing me to restore these files.....or am I missing how to do this?? Why is this app so damn hard to find stuff? Is there any way to restore my stuff or I will have to revert to nandroid backup and use TB again??
BTW, i'm on version 5.4.2.2 pro version
Thanks,
Click the icon in the upper-right with the check mark to get to batch operations.
And those tar.gz files are your backups.
The batch button is on the upper right corner.
And yes TB does compress the back ups.
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ballgum said:
So all the tutorials I see say to use "menu>batch" to backup user apps/data, but there is NO BATCH!! I ran backup and it just put a bunch of gz/tar files in a directory!!! So now after I've already updated ROM to JB, TB is not allowing me to restore these files.....or am I missing how to do this?? Why is this app so damn hard to find stuff? Is there any way to restore my stuff or I will have to revert to nandroid backup and use TB again??
BTW, i'm on version 5.4.2.2 pro version
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Your question is a mess. Your thread title is "how to backup" and your jumbled post is about "how to restore".
In any case, whatever tutorials you're reading are outdated, as TiBu hasn't used a "batch" ever since the ICS version switched to using the Action Bar.
So, to simplify TiBu for you:
1) touch the the little checkmark icon the upperright corner of TiBu
2) Backup your apps and data; not system data
3) Restore later
Easy.
All the rest of the TiBu stuff is for people who aren't afraid to figure it out and/or read their FAQ (no offense)
So I've checked everything in the app.... including the mentioned "check mark" button before posting here. It is not showing any of my backup apps. I've gone into prefs and verified the backup/restore directory. When I go to that directory i see everything but when I go to batch upper right button none of the options show my apps. It only shows the NEW apps on the NEW rom and no options to restore my previous 33 user apps.
Am I missing something here or is it just not working
Sorry about the hasty confusing post...
Open TiBu
Menu/preferences/back up folder location> whole device
it will search your entire phone fit a back up folder
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Open TiBu
Menu/preferences/back up folder location> whole device
it will search your entire phone fit a back up folder
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I did that and I already had the location correct /storage/sdcard0/TitaniumBackup ...... 48 backups.
When I do what you say and do "whole device" it reloads the TB app data. Then I go into batch options and it still doesn't show my backups...
Any ideas? I will try to get screenshots, i'm not sure how on JB yet
Clear data to set everything to default then set the backup directory again and restart the app (or the phone) This fixed it for me.
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Question, after running TiBu, and if I need to restore my phone to factory (w/ root). To restore my apps etc, I need to reinstall TiBu and run the restore?
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Question, after running TiBu, and if I need to restore my phone to factory (w/ root). To restore my apps etc, I need to reinstall TiBu and run the restore?
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Yes.
If you bought Pro, install free version first, then pro.
Having some problems with my phone and planning on getting a replacement today.
What's the best way to back up my phone and transfer it to my new one? I'm running aokp and nova can I just transfer my nova back up to the new phone? What should I do in tibu though?
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Best way to transfer it would be through a nandroid using ext sd card. Otherwise you can use TiBU for USER (backing up system apps is asking for trouble) [apps+data] only.
Nova will only backup your layout and drawer. When you load the nova backup on the new phone it will mirror your exact setup and if there's any apps missing it will simply have a green android icon with the name of the app that was installed on your homescreen (currently not installed).
You'll also want to use google account sync to backup your contacts. Pictures/videos/audio obviously through an ext sd.
I had to backup my GS3 apps when going from root back to stock. For the apps you can find the TiBu folder in the internal storage, copy that to your PC. When you get your new phone- install TiBu, paste the folder back in and you should be able to restore them. Contacts can be restored by syncing with the Gmail account, and photos you should copy to your computer as well. Good luck
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Best way to transfer it would be through a nandroid using ext sd card. Otherwise you can use TiBU for USER (backing up system apps is asking for trouble) [apps+data] only.
Nova will only backup your layout and drawer. When you load the nova backup on the new phone it will mirror your exact setup and if there's any apps missing it will simply have a green android icon with the name of the app that was installed on your homescreen (currently not installed).
You'll also want to use google account sync to backup your contacts. Pictures/videos/audio obviously through an ext sd.
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yep, best way to go.
I had to have my note2 replaced I did a twrp backup placed it on new phone in the backup twrp folder but it is not recognized. Anyone have any possible solutions? Really all I'm after is game data that was backed up,and I'm not sure where to find that particular file in the backup thanks.
pretty sure u wouldnt wanna do a full nandroid restore of your partitions to another device... but as far as your game data goes.... you can use titanium backup to recover the apk and the game data by extracting from the nandroid backup file.
I've tried to do this before. It won't work.
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Hey buddy. New device just start fresh. Safest way...
Hey,
I was on the same boat as u. I got it to work. I can remember the specifics at the moment but gist of it is that twrp creates a specific backup folder unique to each device. Open up an file browser and navigate over to where u have your backup. If theyre o. Your sd card it should be TWRP > BACKUPS > (Here u should find 2 folders with a bunch of random letters and numbers)
Those 2 folders are your backup folders. One was from your old device and the other is the folder twrp created for your new device.
When u reeboot into recovery, twrp wont recognize the old backup folder since it was unique to your old phone.
Long story short. Lol. Just go into the old folder from the file browser and copy the backup to the new back up folder.
After that, delete the old backup folder. Your backup should then show up when you boot into recovery.
As for which is the old and which is the new folder. My best bet is tbat the new folder is empty and the old folder has your backup.
Hope that helps.
Let me know if you need more help.
copy from your old phone (Sensation in my case) from: mSD/Android/data to the same location on the One.
Launch Apex and restore from backup. Then one can edit from there.
Saved a wad of time.
Heh i just use titanium backup and restore data. Much easier. I do the same for dolphin browser, tapatalk and other apps i commonly use