I have Titanium Bakcup installed, but I wanna change ROMs and wipe out everything from the mem card, thing is I don't wanna loose my contacts, neither my messages, how can I backup them, like send a file to the PC to later get it restored?
FelipeRRM said:
I have Titanium Bakcup installed, but I wanna change ROMs and wipe out everything from the mem card, thing is I don't wanna loose my contacts, neither my messages, how can I backup them, like send a file to the PC to later get it restored?
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Use SonyEricsson Syn service or Google sync. You can also download MyBackup Root from the market. Also, see below. You should have posted this in the Q&A forum.
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If you make a clear, concise, yet detailed post, you will find help forthcoming, and should get the problem sorted very quickly. If someone suggests you try something, report back on what happened, did it work etc. Then, next time someone has this issue and searches, they will find this and have a verified and tested solution.
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Sorry, 2 AM here, I WAS CERTAIN I was postin in Q&A lol. one more thing, 2.0.A.0.504 isn't the latest firmware right?
FelipeRRM said:
Sorry, 2 AM here, I WAS CERTAIN I was postin in Q&A lol. one more thing, 2.0.A.0.504 isn't the latest firmware right?
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No. 2.0.2.A.0.24 is. But, this can not be rooted with the "conventional" methods. Go here for more info.
Ok, I'm really in doubt between these 2 ROMs lol, they seem to be the same:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=885956
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=890728
FelipeRRM said:
Ok, I'm really in doubt between these 2 ROMs lol, they seem to be the same:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=885956
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=890728
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They are. The second one "Guaranteed working..." uses just the X-recovery method without the need to use the X10flash tool. You can flash which ever you want. They are the same.
And it seems the first needs JIT to be installed after. Hey, just one more thing, can I wipe out everything in my SD card through windows? Or I'll eventually get some errors?
FelipeRRM said:
And it seems the first needs JIT to be installed after.
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Correct.
FelipeRRM said:
can I wipe out everything in my SD card through windows? Or I'll eventually get some errors?
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Not sure. I would do it through the phone as I have done it several times with no problems.
My baseband is 2.0.46 and everything works fine, will updating to a ROM with 2.049 mess it up ?
FelipeRRM said:
My baseband is 2.0.46 and everything works fine, will updating to a ROM with 2.049 mess it up ?
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It shouldn't.
What's the difference ?
And is BusyBox installed in the SD card or internal mem? Cus It might stop me from wiping everything out of the sd...
FelipeRRM said:
What's the difference ?
And is BusyBox installed in the SD card or internal mem? Cus It might stop me from wiping everything out of the sd...
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Read here.
I am not sure where busybox is installed but, probably in system and not the Sdcard. Uninstall it and it should not stop you fro wiping everything.
EDIT
Busybox is installed in system/bin. Therefore, it is installed in the internal memory not the SD card.
Thing is BusyBox is needed for xRecovery, if I delete it from the SD (if it's there) I wouldn't be able to install the new ROM.
FelipeRRM said:
Thing is BusyBox is needed for xRecovery, if I delete it from the SD (if it's there) I wouldn't be able to install the new ROM.
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OK. So backup, wipe, reinstall busy box, install x-recovery, flash ROM.
batman_112 said:
OK. So backup, wipe, reinstall busy box, install x-recovery, flash ROM.
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Smart one lol.
Can anyone tell me what would happen if I update the baseband/kernel version by flashing the sin files but do not update the build number? :-o
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kloud_ said:
Can anyone tell me what would happen if I update the baseband/kernel version by flashing the sin files but do not update the build number? :-o
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Has been done. Read here.
While trying the first method shown in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=890728 it failed, is started to show something and after a few seconds it stopped, and now I'm trying to enter the sd card to do the second method, but I'm stuck at SE's logo...
FelipeRRM said:
While trying the first method shown in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=890728 it failed, is started to show something and after a few seconds it stopped, and now I'm trying to enter the sd card to do the second method, but I'm stuck at SE's logo...
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Flash using this. And then try again.
I'm downloading the newest ROM, or does it need to be rooted? Cus as I've already got xRecovery installed I don't think root is needed, is it?
And by the way, what has gone wrong for me to be stuck in SE's Logo? They wanna brainwash me?
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[How to] Completely Remove Voodoo Lagfix
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Full recovery package for DI01
[ODIN] Full DI01 ODIN Package
Since this is a sticky and is the first thing most visitors will see when they go looking for instructions PLEASE be sure to define all terms or link to a good description or or instructions. I know some of them since my old phone is a G1 running CM 6.0 but there are some new terms here and I am having to hunt down definitions before I can start to root my new Verizon Fascinate and install roms.
Example:
What is root? (hopefully people know this one but it can't hurt)
What is Clockwork? (I used to use this on my G1)
What is Voodoo?
What is Lagfix?
What is Odin?
What is D101?
What is DJ05?
What is TELUS?
alwaysthere said:
Since this is a sticky and is the first thing most visitors will see when they go looking for instructions PLEASE be sure to define all terms or link to a good description or or instructions. I know some of them since my old phone is a G1 running CM 6.0 but there are some new terms here and I am having to hunt down definitions before I can start to root my new Verizon Fascinate and install roms.
Example:
What is root? (hopefully people know this one but it can't hurt)
What is Clockwork? (I used to use this on my G1)
What is Voodoo?
What is Lagfix?
What is Odin?
What is D101?
What is DJ05?
What is TELUS?
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uuhhh this please
fupamobile said:
uuhhh this please
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DI01 was the first maintence release update for the Fascinate. If you are stock, this is most likely what you are running.
DJ05 was a leaked maintenance release that was never actually released, but fixed many bugs, including the GPS for most
DL09 is the current maintenance release that was leaked, but should be rolling out OTA soon. By most accounts, there isn't much difference between this and the previous leak.
TELUS is a Canadian service provider which also has a Samsung Galaxy S device named the Fascinate, but TELUS is a GSM carrier. Ideally, TELUS should have named their device after the Vibrant, as it is closer in hardware to that variant.
You should make it a bit more clear that posts concerning questions should be posted in the General Section instead of the Dev section.
If there is no effort being made to keep this infomation up to date then this really doesnt need to be stickied as its relevance has ceased importance other than confuse people with outdated information
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djblu said:
If there is no effort being made to keep this infomation up to date then this really doesnt need to be stickied as its relevance has ceased importance other than confuse people with outdated information
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Instead of making a negative post, why didn't you just add to the thread with updates etc.
1993cb7 said:
Instead of making a negative post, why didn't you just add to the thread with updates etc.
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It's not a negative, it's relevant. I'm not going to further compound an already confusing situation. If it's stickied, it's the responsibility of whoever started it to maintain that thread. There's no reason to sticky a thread that is out of date or no longer valid. The updates should be made to the OP and replace the outdated information.
... but thanks for your opinion, I'll take that into consideration.
A friend just bought a Fascinate and I'm having a hell of a time finding up to date info. Everything I seem to find leads back to the same link this leads to for rooting. The post for one click root that apparently is too old. Is there a new method to gain root on this phone?
Can anyone tell me how I can make a backup of my OS either turn it into a MD5 or zip file?
I mean like the ones that are used to return to stock or upgrade to a newer version.
Thanks in advance.
there is a app called odin maker that will allow you to backup your os as a .tar file.
I managed to root my phone and install Rom manager from the marketplace so I could flash a stock 2.2 rom (instead of the 02 one I have)
But I cannot get it to boot into clockwork recovery or install from SD card.
any ideas?
Moving to Q&A SECTION
Wot phone is it 02 or at&t you need to install streakmod recovery or clockwork mod recovery
lufc said:
Moving to Q&A SECTION
Wot phone is it 02 or at&t you need to install streakmod recovery or clockwork mod recovery
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Its 02, I installed Rom manager (previously clockwork mod). I successfully flashed the recovery but when It reboots it doesn't boot into recovery.
Flash THIS Recovery
Or THIS Recovery
And both will let you into recovery but you can only flash a custom rom with those recoverys
If you want to flash THE OFFICIAL 2.2 Then Flash THIS Recovery
Hope that helps
Edit: Ah posted at the same time.. will have a look and report back shortly, thanks!
EDIT 2: Ok, had a look.... how to I flash recovery's? ROM manager has the option to use different recovery greyed out? And there no way im doing that fastboot, takes far too long!
So have you figured out that ROM Manager doesn't work for the Streak?
Hmm... QDL and Fastboot seem to take a little less time than say AT&T OTA
Start Here:
http://streakdroid.com/?page_id=92
What I missed ? Everytimes , I tries to flash a new rom on my Dell Streak , with Rom Manager , when I finished the step " reboot and install " , then my Streak simply rebooted and then no further action taken .
To everyone trying to use ROM Manager on the Streak:
STOP!
ROM Manager has never worked on the Streak and continuing to try to use it will only result in headaches on your part. The only accepted method of flashing a ROM on a Streak is through the Recovery. Speaking of the Recovery, it should NOT be Clockworkmod, because that recovery doesn't work properly with the Streak. Streakmod is the recommended recovery.
Now, had you ROM Manager guys actually searched the forums you would have found this out rather than posting yet another thread on how the app doesn't work.
Next time use the damn search engine on this site. It's not there just to make the site look pretty, and in using it you will in fact be following the site's rules.
Any questions?
Strephon Alkhalikoi said:
Next time use the damn search engine on this site. It's not there just make the site look pretty, and in using it you will in fact be following the site's rules.
Any questions?
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you all over the place with this. You are my hero right now.
Sadly the folks will still post without searching.
Quite honestly, I have little enough patience for people as it is. People who seek the "quick fix" and are unwilling to put the time in to learn about their devices are annoying enough. Lazy ass people who can't be bothered to spend the time looking for answers to their questions before posting are a plague. Both deserve to be taken to the back of the tool shed and flogged.
I believe from now on, in addition to calling out people for being total idiots, I'll be reporting the posts as well. Because this bulls**t has got to stop. Searching before posting is the number one site rule on XDA, and it's about damn time it gets enforced. The only way for it to BE enforced is by letting the moderators know about it.
Strephon Alkhalikoi said:
. . . I'll be reporting the posts as well. Because this bulls**t has got to stop. Searching before posting is the number one site rule on XDA, and it's about damn time it gets enforced. The only way for it to BE enforced is by letting the moderators know about it.
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Post #2 is from the moderator, too often these threads get shuffled around and are not closed and/or deleted.
Yeah, I know Lufc moved the thread. He's pretty proactive on that. But unless people report the thread as violating the site rules he really can't do much about it.
I've been pretty lenient in just posting reminders to get the noobs and lazy people among us to actually use the tools that are present on this site. But my patience for that crap is at an end. If someone can't be bothered to use the search tools on this site, expect to be called out on it and the post reported.
EDIT: Looking back at the thread, can someone explain to me just how in the heck you can come upon a thread that details the problem you are having and not at least read the thread before you post to it?
I'm starting to notice a trend. I think that as our phones get older more people are ditching them, selling them, and the new owners are stumbling on XDA.
I know I was a total Android noob when I got my Streak, but had been on XDA for a while, so was well aware of the search function. Not to mention reading the stickies.
I think this is gonna keep getting worse!
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I almost cried. Maybe next time I'll post on a forum where someone isn't on their period.
Hey Guys.
I tried to install Clockwork Recovery, but I keep haveing this annoying error.
I installed CF-smthing kernel, but it didn't help. I tried to find any info on forums, but everything is badly outdated. No working links.
Any idea how to solve it?
eljon said:
Hey Guys.
I tried to install Clockwork Recovery, but I keep haveing this annoying error.
I installed CF-smthing kernel, but it didn't help. I tried to find any info on forums, but everything is badly outdated. No working links.
Any idea how to solve it?
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And you thought it made sense to post this in the development forum .....because?
Do you honestly think its ok for any old random crap to be posted in here, if it was allowed thsi forum would be a complete mess. Use correct forum, put "questions" in the hmm maybe the "questions" forum. This forum is for "developments". If you take a look at the other topics here for a second and ask yourself if yours resembles anything like the others the answer will be no.
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because its beggining of instaling any custom ROM, make backup and use ROM Manager to install anything else.
eljon said:
because its beggining of instaling any custom ROM, make backup and use ROM Manager to install anything else.
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So you think QaA section just swap recipes for cupcakes and such?
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The only place you should really ask general questions is in Q & A and even then you should search before, as most of them have been answered many times before.
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eljon said:
Hey Guys.
I tried to install Clockwork Recovery, but I keep haveing this annoying error.
I installed CF-smthing kernel, but it didn't help. I tried to find any info on forums, but everything is badly outdated. No working links.
Any idea how to solve it?
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CWM is outdated for you, maybe because you are using an old firmware.
flash CF-ROOT with your corresponding firmware version, then flash a custom rom. all new roms, often comes with CWM and is updated.
eljon said:
I tried to find any info on forums, but everything is badly outdated. No working links.
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Well then we can't help you if everything is badly out dated can we?
norpan111 said:
So you think QaA section just swap recipes for cupcakes and such?
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That's a splendid idea, i love cupcakes!
eljon said:
Hey Guys.
I tried to install Clockwork Recovery, but I keep haveing this annoying error.
I installed CF-smthing kernel, but it didn't help. I tried to find any info on forums, but everything is badly outdated. No working links.
Any idea how to solve it?
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Root + CWM .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
jje
eljon said:
because its beggining of instaling any custom ROM, make backup and use ROM Manager to install anything else.
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The ONLY times you should be posting in dev forum is if its in reply to a topic, You should NOT be creating topics in there, simple!
You want to ask questions do it in the questions forum, how hard is that to grasp???
Think about it, if any n00b was allowed to create a questions topic in dev forum it would turn into a mess and we wouldn't even see all the real dev topics, this is why the Q&A forum was created!
norpan111 said:
So you think QaA section just swap recipes for cupcakes and such?
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Holly crap! My ribs hurt so much!
forum.xda-developers.com/cupcakinator
if anyone here would so nice and helpful as u this forum would be much better place.
TheATHEiST said:
The ONLY times you should be posting in dev forum is if its in reply to a topic, You should NOT be creating topics in there, simple!
You want to ask questions do it in the questions forum, how hard is that to grasp???
Think about it, if any n00b was allowed to create a questions topic in dev forum it would turn into a mess and we wouldn't even see all the real dev topics, this is why the Q&A forum was created!
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whatever.
I was here long time ago, but I see there is no point to back here.
At least help the poor chap after flaming him!
Go to Chainfire's CF root thread. It'll all start from there and you will be able to understand all the procedures better if you start from there.
Dont panic you wont mess up your phone, Its not rocket science!
Ignore all the flamers!
toinktoink said:
CWM is outdated for you, maybe because you are using an old firmware.
flash CF-ROOT with your corresponding firmware version, then flash a custom rom. all new roms, often comes with CWM and is updated.
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tnx, I tried this few times, few diffrent CF-root versions. After all the only way to do anything was installing the most original ROM (russian region) and after it Root device agin.
frankimm said:
At least help the poor chap after flaming him!
Go to Chainfire's CF root thread. It'll all start from there and you will be able to understand all the procedures better if you start from there.
Dont panic you wont mess up your phone, Its not rocket science!
Ignore all the flamers!
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tnx man for help. anytime I'm buying new phone, all what I remember starting from win mob 6 is long time gone
I checked all the CF root forum, but problem was still as it was on the beginning. I found one helpful thing Clock Recovery is not going well with installed ROM manager.
I just installed original ROM from Samsung, russian region. And root device again. That's it.
I spent two days looking in google, but no one really knows what this causes.
Happy know to have ICS without waiting for stupid mobile operators.
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[SIZE=+1]Q1: I get bootloop after installing a custom rom. What is the problem?[/SIZE]
A: Have you done everything correctly?
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-Check your mobile compatibility with the ROM
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-Check whether you have done the correct wipes as mentioned in the ROM thread.
-Some ROMs require formatting system. So if it is mentioned in main ROM thread then you must do it.
-Some releases may require stock rom first before flashing the custom rom. So flash the stock rom and then the custom rom over it.
If nothing works just download the stock ROM for your mobile and flash it using flashtool. This may solve your problem.
[SIZE=+1]Q2: Can you suggest me the best ROM or kernel or something like that for my smartphone cause i'm really lazy to do a bit of searching...?[/SIZE]
A: First go here and beware before asking these type of questions again otherwise you will end up with a bunch of people like me mocking you and nothing else.
[SIZE=+1]Q3: I have rooted my phone successfully, now how can I install CWM (ClockWorkMod) Recovery?[/SIZE]
A: If you have locked bootloader you can simply go to this thread by atis112. And if your bootloader is unlocked you can simply flash a custom kernel with CWM or some other recovery present in it.
[SIZE=+1]Q4: I have a problem with this ROM and what should I....[/SIZE]
A: It's a ROM specific question, better post it in the ROM thread. They will help you better.
[SIZE=+1]Q5: My phone can't boot in fastboot mode. Please help me!
[/SIZE]
A: Firstly check that fastboot is enabled on your mobile and the correct procedure to go to fastboot mode is by holding vol-up button and connecting to computer via USB.
[SIZE=+1]Q6: WIFI is not working. What should I do?[/SIZE]
A: See if it is listed as a bug in the specific ROM thread. If not try custom kernels and if you can get correct WIFI modules flash them. If you're lucky WIFI will work.
[SIZE=+1]Q7: How do I install custom rom/kernel on my mobile?[/SIZE]
A: Mihahn has worked really hard on making his guide not because he wants some people asking again and again the same questions instead of using a bit of the "SEARCH" feature.
[SIZE=+1]Q8: What is the safest way to root my phone or unlock its bootloader?[/SIZE]
A: There no such thing as safest way. If you do everything correctly you will be successful. Just follow the instructions given in this great thread by dewanshu93.
[SIZE=+1]Q9: I did something wrong and now my phone is bricked. Please help!! :crying:[/SIZE]
A: Try and follow this excellent guide by Toledo_JAB. Your phone most probably should work now.
[SIZE=+1]Q10: How do I unlock my bootloader if it says Bootloader Unlock Allowed:No?[/SIZE]
A: No one has actually got a 100% working solution since it is because of your simlock, thus you may have to pay for it. You can try WotanServer or Omnius and if you're lucky it will be unlocked and fastboot might be enabled.
[SIZE=+1]Q11: How does Thanks Meter affect my profile?[/SIZE]
A: Thanks Meter actually is not useful in becoming Recognized Contributor/Themer/Developer. It is actually the appreciation you get on you works. Thanks Meter has been made so that members of XDA stop posting just THANKS on threads and thread could be clean and helpful.
[SIZE=+1]Q12: How to be a Recognized Contributor/Themer/Developer?[/SIZE]
A: Recognized Contributor is a role intended for members who produce some of the best original and helpful guides for users, as well as helping other users who have problems, in a friendly manner. Recognized Contributors will get a custom user title and the faster ad-free XDA template, as well as access to developer tools currently being created. Any Senior Moderator on XDA can add Recognized Contributors, should you feel deserving of this title.
Recognized Themers are those users who work (often tirelessly) on designing new theme graphics and user interface overhauls for ROMs. Users who aspire to be Recognized Themers should be creating original graphics work for their themes being released, demonstrate a commitment to crediting other users’ work when applicable, and seek the relevant permission in advance from the original creator. Recognized Themers will receive a custom user title and the faster ad-free XDA template, as well as access to developer tools currently being created. Any Senior Moderator on XDA can add Recognized Themers, should you feel deserving of this title.
Recognized Developer, as the name suggest are those who develop really good ROMs, kernels, etc. Anyone who is skillful and publishes his own creation other that just copying and pasting can be termed as recognized developer.
For more details and how to apply for these posts. See this.
[SIZE=+1]Q13: What are Governors and I/O Schedulers, etc.?[/SIZE]
A: See this very good guide by zhanjia and anyone can know everything about them.Though this guide is for Xperia 2011 but it covers a great range
[SIZE=+1]Q14: Does ChainFire 3D support my phone?[/SIZE]
A: The simple answer is download and use it. But if you are on ICS/JB I would recommend you not to use it as it may most probably result in bootloop. ChainFire 3D is compatible only upto GB.
[SIZE=+1]Q15: Can you tell me how does thanks meter increases with regard to number of thanks?[/SIZE]
A:No. of Thanks and meter:
0-25
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There is a bug with meter it doesn;t shows 5 bars. Anyways the thanks meter doesn't judge anyone or status of any member. It's the works, his contributions and help he does.
[SIZE=+1]Q16: What are BB Codes and what BB Codes can I use in my thread?[/SIZE]
A: Mainly every kind of text formatting that we do in XDA thread is governed by BB codes. Here is the list of all the BB Codes we can use in XDA and explanation of each code.
[SIZE=+1]Q17: Is there anyway to mount my sd-card using CWM recovery?[/SIZE]
A: Yes! Many versions of CWM support mounting sd-card through it. For that go to Mounts and Storage->Mount sd-card and you're done! But remember if you press back button then your sd-card will unmount instantly.
[SIZE=+1]Q18: How do I add [SOLVED] tag to my thread/how do I change title of my thread?[/SIZE]
A: Just check here and similar way you can also change the title of your thread.
[SIZE=+1]Q19: How do I back up my TA partition [/SIZE]
A:Use this awesome tool by DevShaft.
[SIZE=+1]Q20: My device uses MIRCO SIM. How to convert an existing sim to micro sim?[/SIZE]
A: Here is template.
YouTube video demo.
[SIZE=+1]Q21: How do I reset my phone or turn off when it froze? Battery is not removable. So is there any other way?[/SIZE]
A:Yes you can reset your phone. There are 2 ways for that:
1. If you want to restart - Hold Vol. Up+Power button for 5 seconds and as soon as you hear a vibration leave the buttons.
2. If you want to turn off - Hold Vol. Up+Power button for 10 seconds and as soon as you hear 3 vibrations leave the buttons.
[SIZE=+1]Q22: My phone can't restore the backups I made from recoveries. Why?[/SIZE]
A: Well there could be various reasons for it. It may happen because you may have made them from some other recovery which makes backup in some other format and restoring it from another recovery which makes backup in another format(take TWRP and CWM for instance), so backups made in one recovery wouldn't be visible on other.
Another reason could be that you have renamed your backups and they have spaces in them. Remove the spaces and voila! you would be able to restore now!
[SIZE=+1]Q23: I'm facing various status errors in CWM. Can you please help me?[/SIZE]
A: Try this.
[SIZE=+1]Q24: How to install fastboot and other device drivers on windows 8?[/SIZE]
A: Try this great tutorial by garvitdelhi.
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A special thanks to everyone who contributed to the production of this FAQ
[SIZE=+2]Some Important Links[/SIZE]
[GUIDE]How To Be A New User And Not A Noob
XDA-wiki.
All you need to know before you begin
Flashtool 0.9.8
Flashtool Guide
Bootloader Locking and Unlocking
Root Many Android
[ICS]Noob-proof root via Flashtool
Possible solution for Fastboot-Windows7 Problems
Xperia 2012 - Index of every mod,theme,app,boot animations etc.
[XP]Index of ROMs ,Kernels,Recoveries and Guides.
Index of ROMs ,Kernels,Recoveries and Guides
[*][Sola]Index of ROMs ,Kernels,Recoveries and Guides.
I'm having some space problems on my Xperia sola and I'm intrested to know if it's possible to somehow install new apps to the external sd card and not just the phone memory and internal sd card, if so how?
Thank you.
Sent from my MT27i using xda app-developers app
HELP! please!!!! Xperia U!
I have never used this site before so I'm a bit of a NOOB.
I have attempted to put a custom rom onto my Xperia U which is unlocked to all networks. (ST25i)
the rom is: Dynamic ROM.
I have rooted my phone and unlocked the boot loader.
I have installed the ROM through recovery mode>install rom from SD card> it installed and said complete.
I rebooted the phone and now it continuously restarting itself. the Sony logo shows and then it attempts to load the rom (black screen) the restarts again and again. the trouble is I can't revert back to stock rom and I haven't made a back up. I need some help ASAP.
please, anybody? I will be very grateful, thanks in advance.:laugh:
Just out of curiosity. I have an Xperia Go and was wondering if when you unlock the bootloader does it wipe your phone data? (Everything you may have installed)
I'm only new to the whole Sony method unlocking of the bootloader.
Thanks
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xPepC said:
I have never used this site before so I'm a bit of a NOOB.
I have attempted to put a custom rom onto my Xperia U which is unlocked to all networks. (ST25i)
the rom is: Dynamic ROM.
I have rooted my phone and unlocked the boot loader.
I have installed the ROM through recovery mode>install rom from SD card> it installed and said complete.
I rebooted the phone and now it continuously restarting itself. the Sony logo shows and then it attempts to load the rom (black screen) the restarts again and again. the trouble is I can't revert back to stock rom and I haven't made a back up. I need some help ASAP.
please, anybody? I will be very grateful, thanks in advance.:laugh:
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Did you make sure you wiped your phone before installing? If yes then try reflashing(installing) the ROM again.
vollachr said:
I'm having some space problems on my Xperia sola and I'm intrested to know if it's possible to somehow install new apps to the external sd card and not just the phone memory and internal sd card, if so how?
Thank you.
Sent from my MT27i using xda app-developers app
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Try this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1943643
xPepC said:
I have never used this site before so I'm a bit of a NOOB.
I have attempted to put a custom rom onto my Xperia U which is unlocked to all networks. (ST25i)
the rom is: Dynamic ROM.
I have rooted my phone and unlocked the boot loader.
I have installed the ROM through recovery mode>install rom from SD card> it installed and said complete.
I rebooted the phone and now it continuously restarting itself. the Sony logo shows and then it attempts to load the rom (black screen) the restarts again and again. the trouble is I can't revert back to stock rom and I haven't made a back up. I need some help ASAP.
please, anybody? I will be very grateful, thanks in advance.:laugh:
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Why cann't you revert back to stock rom?Try flashing Stock ftf file.
i was searching about what must i do before i flash a custom rom in my XU...
but i cant found any thread that are relate to this...can somebody tell me what must i do before i flash a custom rom?
root / done
install CWM / done
i need to do a backup before flash a custom rom? what things that i need to backup?
rickkyez said:
i was searching about what must i do before i flash a custom rom in my XU...
but i cant found any thread that are relate to this...can somebody tell me what must i do before i flash a custom rom?
root / done
install CWM / done
i need to do a backup before flash a custom rom? what things that i need to backup?
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To install custom rom:
Download the custom rom.
Reboot into recovery.
Install from sdcard.
Choose your rom's zip.
Install it.
Before that back up your required apps,contacts,data etc.
And also create a back in recovery also.
can i flash two roms simultaneously in other words can i dual boot my xperia u?
Sent from my Xperia U using Tapatalk 2
drsanket_xperia_u said:
can i flash two roms simultaneously in other words can i dual boot my xperia u?
Sent from my Xperia U using Tapatalk 2
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No,not at the moment.
drsanket_xperia_u said:
can i flash two roms simultaneously in other words can i dual boot my xperia u?
Sent from my Xperia U using Tapatalk 2
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Never tried it before but here should be a good source of information: http://lifehacker.com/5826050/how-to-dual-boot-multiple-roms-on-your-android-phone
If it isn't the thing you're looking for - use google . Lotts of info about dual booting android devices - even on the XDA forum. Just search for it.
Does unlocking your bootloader wipe the files on the phone? (like installed apps and such)
Sent from my ST27i using Tapatalk 2
BaD_RoBoTs said:
Does unlocking your bootloader wipe the files on the phone? (like installed apps and such)
Sent from my ST27i using Tapatalk 2
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No.It doesn't wipe anything.
if i unlock my boot loader using keys given by sony ( i need to give them my imei number )
if there occurs some problm and i had to send them my phone ( after relocking bootloader )
will sony guyZ come to know that??
Sent from my Xperia U using Tapatalk 2
drsanket_xperia_u said:
will sony guyZ come to know that??
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Probably YES, since the key/IMEI is unique.
Don't know about the certified service points, though. Since AFAIK Sony doesn't repair the devices itself (like any other major vendor), there are certified partners to do that.
BaD_RoBoTs said:
Just out of curiosity. I have an Xperia Go and was wondering if when you unlock the bootloader does it wipe your phone data? (Everything you may have installed)
I'm only new to the whole Sony method unlocking of the bootloader.
Thanks
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Did you make sure you wiped your phone before installing? If yes then try reflashing(installing) the ROM again.
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Yes. It does wipe all of your installed applications but everything on your SD card is saved so be sure to make a backup before flashing
& yes I wiped my phone>sent a rom to the SD card and then through clockworkmod recovery>install from sd card?chose file>install>yes. It will install but just won't boot up, I just get 3 colored lights and then it continuously restarts any help would be much appreciated.
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neectron said:
Try this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1943643
Why cann't you revert back to stock rom?Try flashing Stock ftf file.
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could you provide me with downloads for this please? Do I flash it through flashtool OR? like I say, I'm a noob sorry! but thank you for the suggestion!
xPepC said:
Yes. It does wipe all of your installed applications but everything on your SD card is saved so be sure to make a backup before flashing
& yes I wiped my phone>sent a rom to the SD card and then through clockworkmod recovery>install from sd card?chose file>install>yes. It will install but just won't boot up, I just get 3 colored lights and then it continuously restarts any help would be much appreciated.
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could you provide me with downloads for this please? Do I flash it through flashtool OR? like I say, I'm a noob sorry! but thank you for the suggestion!
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Flash it through flashtool.FTF is available in U dev section.
neectron said:
Flash it through flashtool.FTF is available in U dev section.
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Could you provide the link as I'm not too sure what the U dev section is. sorry & thank you in advance.
hello,a friend bought an xperia p from t-mobile,and it has android 2.3 he desperetly wants 4.0 but t-mobile isnt gona relase it very soon, and he wants absolutely everything stock,he doesent want root,nor bootloader unlock (if its locked or no we dont know)
is it safe to use flashtool with this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30465537&postcount=74
and ftf from this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1838457
to get 4.0 without screwing up the brand new xP
is this enough or do we need something else to do,thanks
adfurgerson said:
Where is @polargirl when you need her ?
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LordManhattan said:
LOL, I had the same thought. @polargirl, where are you?
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This new method is exactly what I was posting about!!!
I never thought I'd be coming back but clicking the wrong link in my browser lead me back to the Z Ultra general page when I found this thread. I guess it's a good thing the most popular currency converter website's URL also begins with an x. http://www.xe.com/
I just briefly went over this so I am not quite ready yet but I will be happy to combine all this information and make a new sticky thread that combines this new method and another linked in this page.
My only questions for now is: What must be done to retain DRM keys and how does unrooting work with this new method? When I get answers to those questions and more time to read this and other recent related threads in detail and well analyzed, I will get to work on the new thread if you guys like.
I have GPe model so my opinion shouldn't count, here it is anyways. Unless you intend to keep the thread up to date it wouldn't be worth doing. As you can see things can change quite a bit in a rather short amount of time.
adfurgerson said:
I have GPe model so my opinion shouldn't count, here it is anyways. Unless you intend to keep the thread up to date it wouldn't be worth doing. As you can see things can change quite a bit in a rather short amount of time.
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As long as I receive adequate support from tech people, I will maintain the thread. I will even make a GPe thread if the procedure becomes significantly different enough to justify one. It's probably better to make a separate one for GPe if even just one thing is different just do avoid misunderstanding instructions.
If someone else would rather do this, I wouldn't mind. Unfortunately, this method has been out for a week already and it doesn't look like anyone else is interested in volunteering to make that thread so I will. This is one contribution that I can make to this site.
polargirl said:
As long as I receive adequate support from tech people, I will maintain the thread. I will even make a GPe thread if the procedure becomes significantly different enough to justify one. It's probably better to make a separate one for GPe if even just one thing is different just do avoid misunderstanding instructions.
If someone else would rather do this, I wouldn't mind. Unfortunately, this method has been out for a week already and it doesn't look like anyone else is interested in volunteering to make that thread so I will. This is one contribution that I can make to this site.
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Sounds great then, I wasn't trying to discourage you just putting my two cents where it doesn't belong. As for the GPe it doesn't require this kind of exploit. Thanks for taking the lead on this and look forward to seeing your guide.
We already have TOO many threads.
This method will only be easier the the old method untill the next andriod release from Sony, then we will be back to the downgrade dance. No point in making a thread that will become out of date. Yes @LordManhattan needs to update his thread, but we dont need another root thread by someone that doesn't come here often.
If you really want to help don't reinvent the wheel. PM Lordmanhattan with corrections to his well used thread.
adfurgerson said:
Sounds great then, I wasn't trying to discourage you just putting my two cents where it doesn't belong. As for the GPe it doesn't require this kind of exploit. Thanks for taking the lead on this and look forward to seeing your guide.
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Thank you for the encouragement. It means a bit coming from a regular like yourself.
blueether said:
We already have TOO many threads.
This method will only be easier the the old method untill the next andriod release from Sony, then we will be back to the downgrade dance. No point in making a thread that will become out of date. Yes @LordManhattan needs to update his thread, but we dont need another root thread by someone that doesn't come here often.
If you really want to help don't reinvent the wheel. PM Lordmanhattan with corrections to his well used thread.
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The problem with your suggestion is that the consumer version of the Z Ultra rooting wheel has neither been invented yet nor does LordManhattan seem interested in doing this. That consumer wheel is not even a rough prototype ATM. This was the source of argument the last time I was here. Even adfurgeson is being supportive of me doing this.
If Lord Manhattan decides to do this himself, I would be happy to abandon this project. The is he almost certainly won't but I will wait until he chimes in on this thread before doing anything.
polargirl said:
Thank you for the encouragement. It means a bit coming from a regular like yourself.
The problem with your suggestion is that the consumer version of the Z Ultra rooting wheel has neither been invented yet nor does LordManhattan seem interested in doing this. That consumer wheel is not even a rough prototype ATM. This was the source of argument the last time I was here. Even adfurgeson is being supportive of me doing this.
If Lord Manhattan decides to do this himself, I would be happy to abandon this project. The is he almost certainly won't but I will wait until he chimes in on this thread before doing anything.
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WTF is this then
Downgrade to gain root
Follow one of the Downgrade paths below to end up with a 14.1.B.1.532 firmware that is rootable while keeping your imei # intact and working cell/data
Downgrade path 1 (very easy):
Download needed files
Download C6833_14.1.B.1.532_NUT.ftf
Flashing using flashtool
Flash EVERYTHING in the above ftf by @[NUT]
Reboot
Flash EVERYTHING in this ftf, (use the defaults) it will do the downgrade below so you will end up on .532 with a working IMEI ready to root with bin4ry's tool
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If someone cant follow that and then press option 0 in the tool mentioned then I give up on them and they wont beable to run the batch file needed in the towel root way
=blueether;53658502]WTF is this then
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Something that needs work and become a sticky thread on it's own.
Downgrade to gain root
Follow one of the Downgrade paths below to end up with a 14.1.B.1.532 firmware that is rootable while keeping your imei # intact and working cell/data
Downgrade path 1 (very easy):
Download needed files <---- What needed files? Way too broad and vague. It sure would help to elaborate on this for newbies. Links would be ideal especially if the instruction(s) were also hyperlinks.
Download C6833_14.1.B.1.532_NUT.ftf <------- A link at the end of this instruction or even better, have the instruction as a hyperlink to the file.
Flashing using flashtool <----I presume you mean Nut's flashtool? Specification would help newbies not get off track.
Flash EVERYTHING in the above ftf by @[NUT] <---It appears to be a redundant instruction to the last one. I could be wrong which means clarity would have helped but if I am right, then the two steps could have been combined into one that reads: " Flash EVERYTHING using the NUT ftf tool."
Reboot < No editing needed unless reboot is different from regular reboot or some regular method(s) cannot be used.
Flash EVERYTHING in this ftf, (use the defaults) it will do the downgrade below so you will end up on .532 with a working IMEI ready to root with bin4ry's tool <---What ftf? Please clarify and link preferably making the clarity instruction(s) a hyperlink.
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If someone cant follow that and then press option 0 in the tool mentioned then I give up on them and they wont beable to run the batch file needed in the towel root way
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I give up. I truly do
polargirl said:
The problem with your suggestion is that the consumer version of the Z Ultra rooting wheel has neither been invented yet nor does LordManhattan seem interested in doing this. That consumer wheel is not even a rough prototype ATM. This was the source of argument the last time I was here. Even adfurgeson is being supportive of me doing this.
If Lord Manhattan decides to do this himself, I would be happy to abandon this project. The is he almost certainly won't but I will wait until he chimes in on this thread before doing anything.
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polargirl, I think you're forgetting one thing. This is a developer site. The guides which exist are already simple enough for non-developers/non-hobbyists people to understand. For example, the instructions which you and blueether 'discussed' right now. Here is the proper quote (with formatting) (which you should have done in the first place, @blueether :silly
1.Download needed files
Download C6833_14.1.B.1.532_NUT.ftf
2.Flashing using flashtool
Flash EVERYTHING in the above ftf by @[NUT]
3.Reboot
Flash EVERYTHING in this ftf, (use the defaults) it will do the downgrade below so you will end up on .532 with a working IMEI ready to root with bin4ry's tool
http://forum.xda-developers.com/devd...ct/dl/?id=3442
You will end up with a device that thinks it is a C6833 but when you flash 4.3 or newer (.290 or .136) just use the one for your real model and the model number will be restored.
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The above method will get you a rooted .532 system. Then simply follow this thread to get .757 rooted(it even has a video link).
Now don't ask how will a new user know that he/she is supposed to downgrade to .532 first, because it is written quite clearly in @LordManhattan 's thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2569904 (see the big red letters ?)
And while we're at it, his thread is concise and useful. A new user can follow his thread's instructions and end up with what he wants. Your standards of a non-prototype guide are too high. These guys are not getting paid to do it. They don't have to make it beautiful, they just have to make it functional. The only thing needed to understand these guides is the ability to follow instructions. The guides are good enough.
Few more things, polargirl.
Now we have a flood of new users who are asking not "How can I do this myself?" but more like "Give me the quick fix" without caring to understand the process. See if you read the threads then you get to experience the learning process, you see how the issues were investigated and confirmed. Then you get to watch the different attempts at resolution and learn why some failed while others worked. That is called Development.
The NooB backlash is coming from users who have walked in the development shoes and is directed mainly at those who don't care for the journey but just want the end result or destination.
As a Development Forum we are just as much (if not more) about the journey. I've read so many comments like "I don't have time to read all of the threads" or "I don't care how it works, just that it does". These very statements are contrary to the heart & soul of XDA-Devs and that is why the backlash is so strong.
Let me be very clear on this: IF YOU DON'T CARE ABOUT UNDERSTANDING THE JOURNEY THEN YOU PROBABLY SHOULDN'T BE HERE IN THE FIRST PLACE.
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Each and new user, who gets a new device, will be 'lost' - without fail. You get 'un-lost' by searching, searching and more searching. So if you want to make a guide, you first have to understand what goes on behind it. If you're not willing to spend that time, then please don't attempt to make the guide. (And if you think you're spending too much time on it, remember - it takes 6 months to make a Rolls-Royce and only 13 hours to make a Toyota.) and how will you understand ? By searching...
How programmers think:
Im curious about "X"....
Im going to search for "X" where i think im going to find it
I found it! I like it,
Hmm what is this in here? What is "Y"??
Im going to search for "Y"
NO!?! I ll ask a buddy programmer....
He told me "Z" just... "Z"
Im going to search for "Z"
OH!! that makes sense!!!!
Im going to use that!
See a common trend? Search, learn, search, ask, search, learn, search, ask , search.
In programming this leads to the thinking, "Why type something again if its already been typed? - I can copy and paste!!!"
Similarly:
In forums and helping others it leads to thinking: "Why type something that has already been typed? - If you search "X", you find something that has already been typed and i dont have to copy and paste it or find it for you!!!. " Search this word.....
Closing
As said above its not out of being rude or elitist, its a way of thinking.
-That way of thinking is a part of programming, and leaning anything in that world, you have to learn the way of thinking. >
-Part of the learning to think that way is getting fed up and saying "Im just going to find out myself!!" >
-Then, by the time you learn how to find anything you want to know on your own, you have an epiphany and realize they were telling you "exactly what you needed to hear". They were the Oracle and you are Neo. The Matrix has you, and it was all about the journey!
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So please, this is a humble request to you. If you want to write this guide, be prepared to invest your time. If you want to make a better all-in-one rooting guide, please do it. I do hope it is better than LordManhattan's guide. But do not expect us to agree that what's functional is not even a rough prototype.
As for "support from the tech people" -
We will help, but again -
If you ask a trivial question, you'll get the usual one word answer. If you ask something non-trivial that cannot be explained by a simple search, you may even end up getting page-long answers.
I hope that puts an end to this stupid fighting we've been participating in. Please pardon me if you feel that I've been going off on tangents.
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polargirl said:
My only questions for now is: What must be done to retain DRM keys and how does unrooting work with this new method?
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1.) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784900
2.) try reflashing the stock kernel using flashtool (?)
warfareonly said:
I do hope it is better than LordManhattan's guide.
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It's true though. I haven't updated my thread in awhile now. It's A LOT of work, and you must always know what's what and how to do it. If Polargirl can't even follow a regular rooting guide that noobs have followed for ages, I highly doubt she can make AND maintain a thread like that. She should probably just READ like the rest of us have done.
This is my first and last post in this thread since I'm not throwing away my time on this stupid thing - again.
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Whatever happens, can we all agree on one thing please.. Towelroot was definitely named after Towelie.. (smile, we're all having fun here lol)
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