This is odd, if I goto /system/ in root explorer it wont let me change from R/O to R/W to edit files.
When I start the app it says it's been granted super user, wtf am I doing wrong?
Updated Root Explorer its fixed ;p
You can always tell those who pirated Root Explorer, LOL.
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I have the paid version of root exployer and I have the same problem I cant find where to change R/O to R/W
Found answer, fixed, have to push button at top Daaa
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I read the tip in another thread about how to disable and/or change the Captivate's startup and shutdown sounds but cannot find the files mentioned on my phone. Does anyone have more detailed instructions on how to get rid of the annoying startup and shutdown sounds without using the SDK?
You must have root, then use a file manager (I use root explorer) and rename or delete the sound file:
/system/etc/PowerOn.wav
/system/media/audio/ui/shutdown.ogg
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I keep getting an error saying I don't have the permissions to rename those files... I'm using several different file explorer apps and they all give me the same message
Do you have root access? If so change the filesystem to RW or use Root Explorer.
decepticon said:
Do you have root access? If so change the filesystem to RW or use Root Explorer.
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I didn't know how to change it to R/W so paid for the App, well worth the $3 thanks for the quick replies
Still unable to find the files. I am using the default file manager with View Hidden Files enabled and there is no /system directory.
sup3rus3r said:
Still unable to find the files. I am using the default file manager with View Hidden Files enabled and there is no /system directory.
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You need to download a manager that has ROOT capabilities or you will not find them.
LGSilva said:
You must have root, then use a file manager (I use root explorer) and rename or delete the sound file:
/system/etc/PowerOn.wav
/system/media/audio/ui/shutdown.ogg
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Easy with ConnectBot to turn off that annoying startup sound.
Connect to local system
su
(Confirm superuser request)
mv /system/etc/PowerOn.wav /system/etc/PowerOn.bak
exit
exit
Done!
Thanks for this LGSilva
I finally ponied up and bought Root Explorer. I found the files and renamed them and everything seems to be working.
Would love to find this info myself.
I cant get access from root explorer. Says read only even with hidden files shown. What am I missing?
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adamandro12 said:
I cant get access from root explorer. Says read only even with hidden files shown. What am I missing?
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Did you allow superuser permission when prompted?
LGSilva said:
You must have root, then use a file manager (I use root explorer) and rename or delete the sound file:
/system/etc/PowerOn.wav
/system/media/audio/ui/shutdown.ogg
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Worked great - thank you
It never prompted me. It is rooted and i toggled the button to mount but no access. I got it to five me check marks for read and write, but they were already checked.
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How come I cant paste new apps to system/app?
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anyone atall have anytime
I'm assuming from your title that you did indeed change it from R/O to R/w, correct? If so, then why don't you just try installing the app? Is it a must that the app be located in the system/app folder? Try putting it in the data/app folder. Can u paste the file in but it doesn't show up in your app drawer? 9/10 it's because the permissions for the file are incorrect. Try that and let me know.
Do u have BusyBox installed? Because u need to to write to the system folder
Also make sure it says 'mounted as r/w' if not press the button that says 'MOUNT R/W'
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Thats the thin when I enter system/app it dont give me the option to change r/o to rw
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U need to set r/w BEFORE u enter system folder
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You have to update your root explorer if you have no option to set read write. You don't have to do it before you go into system. You can do it while there right at the top right. I forget to hit it all the time when editing my build prop.
First time using root explorer and I messed around with the top most directory R/W and R/O mounting option now i don't remember which it was originally set to. Does the R/O and R/W mounting in Root Explorer affect the way android runs and access files? or is it only to set read and write option in Root explorer?
Generally system should be ro
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i don't think it would affect anything. but i just checked mine and it has it as R/O
Doesn't affect anything bro your good r/w is just so you can edit or delete sys files
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^ lol . welcome back
Yup Mine is R/O to . read write is to edit files on your / folder ( the root folder ) .
When in doubt reboot your phone, it'll go back to what it should be (RO)
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First time using root explorer and I messed around with the top most directory R/W and R/O mounting option now i don't remember which it was originally set to. Does the R/O and R/W mounting in Root Explorer affect the way android runs and access files? or is it only to set read and write option in Root explorer?
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It does not affect it at all...u chabge.it to r/w if you want to replace or put some files in the folder..but it does not affect it at all
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folks, newbie here.
i noticed that there are 2 types of file explorer, the system file explorer that allows you browse around the /system/ directories and the media file explorer such as andro file explorer
could anyone please advise me any file explorer that allows me to access both /sdcard/ and /system/ directories please?
i stumbled upon this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=716309 that recommends root explorer, but it doesnt allow me to open /sdcard/ directories
thanks in advance
I use ES File Explorer and Root Explorer. Both give you full access to your phones file system, including /system and /sdcard.
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I use ES File Explorer and Root Explorer. Both give you full access to your phones file system, including /system and /sdcard.
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They do, es file explorer is free, and allows you to to lan shares from pc. Just have to enable root options in settings. I have both, but I currently use es file since I can access my pc from it.
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kleeman7 said:
They do, es file explorer is free, and allows you to to lan shares from pc. Just have to enable root options in settings. I have both, but I currently use es file since I can access my pc from it.
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thanks kleeman for the info,
I have a rooted HTC One X ATT version, running on non ATT network (brought it to asia)
it doesnt allow me to tether out of a box nor play downloaded glumobile games.
i've browsed xdaforum and found out there are several files in root directory that need to be replaced to fix this.
so i need to access /data/data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases/telephony.db
(which root explorer allows me to access, but doesnt allow me to access the sdcard directory)
whereas ES only allows me to access /data/data/
did i do something wrong with the ES?
thanks again
nicodws said:
thanks kleeman for the info,
I have a rooted HTC One X ATT version, running on non ATT network (brought it to asia)
it doesnt allow me to tether out of a box nor play downloaded glumobile games.
i've browsed xdaforum and found out there are several files in root directory that need to be replaced to fix this.
so i need to access /data/data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases/telephony.db
(which root explorer allows me to access, but doesnt allow me to access the sdcard directory)
whereas ES only allows me to access /data/data/
did i do something wrong with the ES?
thanks again
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I don't get why you think you can't access your /sdcard with Root Explorer, you can access EVERYTHING with it.
And with ES you have to go into the settings an enable the root explorer to be able to access everything.
_MetalHead_ said:
I don't get why you think you can't access your /sdcard with Root Explorer, you can access EVERYTHING with it.
And with ES you have to go into the settings an enable the root explorer to be able to access everything.
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MetalHead,
Thanks, it works! now i can access the directory path.
one last question, whenever i tried to edit /system/build.prop
it doesnt allow me to save it after editing, or replace the file with a new one.
i'm referring to this xda article which i cant reply since i'm a noob with less than 10 posts
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1714298
please help me if you dont mind.
and as for the root explorer, i have no idea why it doesnt work. one touch of back button makes it "unfortunately root explorer has terminated"
thanks again
nicodws said:
MetalHead,
Thanks, it works! now i can access the directory path.
one last question, whenever i tried to edit /system/build.prop
it doesnt allow me to save it after editing, or replace the file with a new one.
i'm referring to this xda article which i cant reply since i'm a noob with less than 10 posts
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1714298
please help me if you dont mind.
and as for the root explorer, i have no idea why it doesnt work. one touch of back button makes it "unfortunately root explorer has terminated"
thanks again
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You have to mount the file system as read/write otherwise you can't edit anything in /system. Navigate to /system then hit menu >settings, then scroll down all the way to the root settings section and check the circle next to Mount File System. You will be able to edit the build.prop after doing that.
As far as Root Explorer FC'ing on you, I dunno man I've never had it crash on me once in the 3 years I've been using it. Try deleting it and re-installing it.
_MetalHead_ said:
You have to mount the file system as read/write otherwise you can't edit anything in /system. Navigate to /system then hit menu >settings, then scroll down all the way to the root settings section and check the circle next to Mount File System. You will be able to edit the build.prop after doing that.
As far as Root Explorer FC'ing on you, I dunno man I've never had it crash on me once in the 3 years I've been using it. Try deleting it and re-installing it.
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MetalHead, the ES trick works!
thanks a lot!
No prob
for some reason, i dont seem to have permissions when i try to install and apk by moving it to >system>apps . i have superuser installed and have granted my file explorer permissions but it still wont let me. it just says "permissions denied" any ideas why? by the way j have tried different file explorers so i dont think thats the problem
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JoshuaFCB said:
for some reason, i dont seem to have permissions when i try to install and apk by moving it to >system>apps . i have superuser installed and have granted my file explorer permissions but it still wont let me. it just says "permissions denied" any ideas why? by the way j have tried different file explorers so i dont think thats the problem
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Make sure /system is mounted with R/W rights. Not all file explorer apps do this automatically. With Root Explorer for example you have to touch "Mount R/W" before it does so.