Some of my apps needs write permission on system partition for it to work.
Android version 4.4.4
Model number: C6833
Build number 14.4.A.0.183
Locked Bootloader
Rooted using EasyRootTool_v11
i have no idea on where to start, i need you guidance.
welcome to the dark world of root enabled devices ...heh lol just kidding
I prefer to always change the su app to chainfire's SuperSU
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.chainfire.supersu
And the most common file explorer is probably Root Explorer
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer
With Root Explorer navigate to the folder you need to change permissions on files and long click on file and tap permissions
Apps are stored at these directions
Here /system/app/
Here /system/priv-app/
And here /data/app/
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Hi Bros & Sis,
I have GPS issue on my SGS2, which lead me to this site for the fix:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1239713
It need a rooted device and Root Explorer for the fix, so after the search, I found this guide for rooting:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
After following the steps and my SGS2 should be rooted.
However, I try to make changes to GPS.conf file in /system/etc, I'm not allow to do so.
If my rooting steps is corrected, how can I know whether SGS2 is rooted?
I do see that warning triangle during boot and if that's the indication, what do I miss out that I can't change the file?
Thank you very much for the help.
I'm not familiar with Root Explorer, but there should be an option to remount R/W somewhere, which you'd need to do to save changes in /system.
To check if you're rooted, look for Superuser in your app drawer. Also, you should probably have got a prompt when opening Root Explorer saying "Superuser request" which would indicate that you're rooted.
freedomzero said:
Hi Bros & Sis,
I have GPS issue on my SGS2, which lead me to this site for the fix:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1239713
It need a rooted device and Root Explorer for the fix, so after the search, I found this guide for rooting:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
After following the steps and my SGS2 should be rooted.
However, I try to make changes to GPS.conf file in /system/etc, I'm not allow to do so.
If my rooting steps is corrected, how can I know whether SGS2 is rooted?
I do see that warning triangle during boot and if that's the indication, what do I miss out that I can't change the file?
Thank you very much for the help.
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You can use Root Check app from the Market.
Maybe you have to use a kind of root explorer and activate to mount your system partition with read/write access.
I am using ES Datei Explorer app from the Market, and I had to activate the root options in the explorer's app menu first.
Good luck !
oinkylicious said:
I'm not familiar with Root Explorer, but there should be an option to remount R/W somewhere, which you'd need to do to save changes in /system.
To check if you're rooted, look for Superuser in your app drawer. Also, you should probably have got a prompt when opening Root Explorer saying "Superuser request" which would indicate that you're rooted.
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Yes, there is this Remount as R/W, but there is no respond in /system.
When open Root Explorer, I'm granted Superuser permission, but still no permission to edit gps.conf.
That's why I'm wondering where have I done wrong.
Thank you.
It_ler said:
You can use Root Check app from the Market.
Maybe you have to use a kind of root explorer and activate to mount your system partition with read/write access.
I am using ES Datei Explorer app from the Market, and I had to activate the root options in the explorer's app menu first.
Good luck !
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I had try the Root Check App and it stated rooted.
For Root explorer, there is this Remount as R/W, but is just don't work in /system or /etc folder.
I can't find ES Datei Explorer, only ES File Explorer. And it stated granted Superuser permission on opening the app, but can't edit GPS.conf file.
Can I re-root again?
Thank you.
freedomzero said:
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I can't find ES Datei Explorer, only ES File Explorer. And it stated granted Superuser permission on opening the app, but can't edit GPS.conf file.
Can I re-root again?
Yes
try Super Manager for file explore .
Remove GPS conf file to PC edit and copy back .
jje
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JJEgan said:
freedomzero said:
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I can't find ES Datei Explorer, only ES File Explorer. And it stated granted Superuser permission on opening the app, but can't edit GPS.conf file.
Can I re-root again?
Yes
try Super Manager for file explore .
Remove GPS conf file to PC edit and copy back .
jje
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You are my Saver. Finally get it change. Thank you very much.
Super Manager allow me to make the change.
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Am trying to fix the ES File Explorer Root access issues by following the steps posted by Joker Fuel in one of the TP forum.
I cant get to delete the current apk under /system/app using any of the File Explorers. How do i get this file deleted ? Any help.
This is what am trying to accomplish:
OK guys, for u guys that are having issues Using ES File Explorer Root permission.
The Root does not work while the app is in /system/app.
so to get it working, u must delete the com.estrongs.android.pop-1.apk
couple ways to do it. u can download a free file explorer off the market and delete the file under /system/app
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reboot your new BUTTAH
download ES from the market
If I am understanding what you want to do correctly you need to remount /system as read/write so you can remove the file.
There are many ways to do this. I like to use RomToolbox, available on the market. Once installed you can open up "Scripter" and there will be a couple of pre-defined scripts, one to remote System is Read/Write.
After you run that script you can jump to the Root browser, one button above, and delete what you need from the /system/app directory.
Remember to remount your /system as Read-Only using the other script, or reboot when your done. It is a bit dangerous to leave it as Read/Write. Better safe than sorry
Thanks. gonna give it a try !
Titanium Backup works on Buttah. Downloaded through market. Then I was able to pull ES through that. Then re-install through market. Now root access and mountable system.
Hello. I am having a lot of trouble accessing root folders [/etc] to paste a new gps.conf. I was wondering if anyone might know why this is, or have a fix. I have searched for similar problems in the forums, and seemed to get some similar problems, but no specific answers.
Phone model: HTC Desire GSM
Android version: 2.3.7
Oxygen ROM 2.3.2-bravo
I have tried using root explorer (yes setting root and etc to r/w, not r/o) and ES explorer (turning on all the root access settings).
When I try to either paste a new gps.conf to the etc folder, it gives me no error messages, but will not overwrite the old file.
Any ideas are welcome
Try using terminal emulator:
Code:
su
cp /your/gps.conf /etc/gps.conf
Or using adb:
Code:
adb remount
adb shell "cp /your/gps.conf /etc/gps.conf"
RoberGalarga said:
Try using terminal emulator:
Code:
su
cp /your/gps.conf /etc/gps.conf
Or using adb:
Code:
adb remount
adb shell "cp /your/gps.conf /etc/gps.conf"
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I tried this and it says it cannot copy - out of memory
Having searched for this issue, I found that it has nothing to do with memory, but simply that the user does not have permission to modify the contents of the folder. This can be changed using the chmod command, but I have no idea how to use the chmod command, it looks complex.
Any help is much appreciated
I don't use root explorer or but you should be able to use it to edit a folder's permissions.
I use total commander and all I do is navigate to the folder/file, long press it, click properties then permissions then enable write across the board. I imagine the process is basically the same for root explorer.
jr67 said:
I don't use root explorer or but you should be able to use it to edit a folder's permissions.
I use total commander and all I do is navigate to the folder/file, long press it, click properties then permissions then enable write across the board. I imagine the process is basically the same for root explorer.
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Thanks, but I think you have to use chmod. For some reason root explorer / es file explorer, &c. cannot change this permission, because they do not have permission to change the permission.
Once I copy the vendor.prop out and change the incrementals I can put it back? aka wont copy paste says read only ive tried changing permissions but it just keeps saying read only any ideas?
you need a file explorer with root rights,eg root explorer
just open and edit it,copy out is not nessary
<robin> said:
you need a file explorer with root rights,eg root explorer
just open and edit it,copy out is not nessary
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I recommend making a backup copy of the file before editing it.
<robin> said:
you need a file explorer with root rights,eg root explorer
just open and edit it,copy out is not nessary
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I tryed file manager HD checked root and mount system files as writeable still read only permission denied?
Is there any way to mount /system as writable? I want to change the name of a file, but I cannot since the partition is set to read only. I am rooted and I have even tried adb shell commands via pc. Help :crying:
Download root explorer apk, make sure its a legit and then u can set system as rw and do anything u want.
FX explorer is a great root file explorer. Once installed,enable the root mode and when browsing the system folder, enable r/w access from the top right menu
lingarajug said:
Download root explorer apk, make sure its a legit and then u can set system as rw and do anything u want.
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I have Root Explorer but the problem is there are some .xml files that can't be edited through Root Explorer. I have to use solid Explorer to edit the xml file. Do u know what could be the problem?
If u long press the file options will come up (if enabled in settings) and then there will be option for editing file u need if it is editable.