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Hello iam using windows vista and xp and I had the same.problems on both. I downloaded the ADB program which gave me 5 seperate files. and downloaded thedrivers for my moto Atrix. But I was told not to run the adb.exe but to look for a run command line prompt. Where and how do I find this. And where do I go to run the commands?
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RPK925 said:
Hello iam using windows vista and xp and I had the same.problems on both. I downloaded the ADB program which gave me 5 seperate files. and downloaded thedrivers for my moto Atrix. But I was told not to run the adb.exe but to look for a run command line prompt. Where and how do I find this. And where do I go to run the commands?
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Hey
press the start button (bottom left), on start menu you should see "run" with a small icon looks like a dialogue box (might be below search), press this. in the dialogue pop up type CMD.
Tho you will prob need to set up Environment Variables before you can use ADB.
kam333 said:
Hey
press the start button (bottom left), on start menu you should see "run" with a small icon looks like a dialogue box (might be below search), press this. in the dialogue pop up type CMD.
Tho you will prob need to set up Environment Variables before you can use ADB.
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Then you have to go to folder where "adb.exe" is...
For example if you have it in "c:\adb_folder" you have to type "cd adb_folder".......
Then your command line will be like this → C:\adb_folder>
Then, if you want to test if your device is connected properly you have to type "adb devices" and you will see your device listed....
If not, there is a problem.....
(don't forget to enable "USB debugging" at your phone through Applications→Development)
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pigeonaras said:
Then you have to where "adb.exe" is...
For example if you have it in "c:\adb_folder" you have to type "cd adb_folder".......
Then your command line line will be like this → C:\adb_folder>
Then, if you want to test if your device is connected properly you have to type "adb devices" and you will see your device listed....
If not, there is a problem.....
(don't forget to enable "USB debugging" at your phone through Applications→Development)
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I was.able.to open up the command.prompt, but when I run adb devices it just says "adb is not a recgonized as an internal or external....." . It is.like its not connecting for somereason ? Iam a complete noon so any help would be great. Thanks
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(don't forget to enable "USB debugging" at your phone through Applications→Development)
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Have you done this .....??????
RPK925 said:
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I was.able.to open up the command.prompt, but when I run adb devices it just says "adb is not a recgonized as an internal or external....." . It is.like its not connecting for somereason ? Iam a complete noon so any help would be great. Thanks
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Before you can use adb command, you have to direct the terminal to the location of the folder where adb is located.
If the location of the file adb is at C:\\windows\androidsdktools\tools\adb
In your terminal type
cd \
Press enter, then type,
cd windows\androidsdktools\tools
Now the terminal should be in the folder where adb is located.
adb devices
A better way in my opinion to use adb is to set the path so it is usable from anywhere, simple easy and no need to always cd the path
directly quoted from dreamsforgotten's tutorial on theming for the epic
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=821638
"On Windows, right-click on My Computer, and select Properties. Under the Advanced tab, hit the Environment Variables button, and in the dialog that comes up, double-click on Path (under System Variables). Add the full path to the tools/ directory to the path."
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tmspyder said:
A better way in my opinion to use adb is to set the path so it is usable from anywhere, simple easy and no need to always cd the path
directly quoted from dreamsforgotten's tutorial on theming for the epic
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=821638
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This Works!
install adb driver first£¬turn your phone in ¡°charge only mode¡±£¬then find the adb floder£¬hold ¡°shift¡±and right click the floder.choose ¡°run in cmd line mode¡±£¬yeah£¬you done it
Hi i'm having a problem trying to get my evo shift Perm Rooted. There's like 4 different guides that i've found on how To root an Evo or even more specifically the Shift. I've followed all these guides and still no luck.
I already have my phone Temp Rooted through VISIONary, my problem happens when I have to go to the CMB (Command Prompt)
8. Next, Open the command prompt (Start > Run > type "cmd") and paste the following...
Code:
cd C:\AndroidSDK\platform-tools
Hit enter, and type the following...
Code:
adb
If adb runs you're golden. Type this...
Code:
adb shell
Hit enter, you will see this...
Code:
$
Now type...
Code:
su
I make it to where I need to type in adb shell and what it says is adb server is out of date. killing... *daemon started successfully*
Then it shows the $ sign.
What i'm supposed to do now is type su
Then when I do it says su: permission denied
This is where i'm lost at. I followed everybody's instructions perfectly but cant move on till I get pass this... Can anyone help me please?
Thank you
What Android version are you on?
2.2 ?
2.3.3 ?
2.3.4 ?
Check the permissions under properties of adb.exe (right-click adb.exe and select properties) in your sdk/platform-tools folder. Make sure it is allowed to run as a program.
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What Android version are you on?
2.2 ?
2.3.3 ?
2.3.4 ?
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2.2
Is that good or bad? Should I upgrade?
sparksco said:
Check the permissions under properties of adb.exe (right-click adb.exe and select properties) in your sdk/platform-tools folder. Make sure it is allowed to run as a program.
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I have a Windows XP So when I go to properties the best I can do is Run it as an older version in compatibility mode? I'll still try it out to see if any older version works
*edit, tried and didnt work
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2.2
Is that good or bad? Should I upgrade?
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NO DO NOT UPGRADE!!! If your on 2.2 it's very easy. Just download and use THIS TOOL. It will do it all for you. Just connect the device via USB Cable, and choose charge only. Extract the Zip file that you downloaded onto your desktop, and run the program. Then click the ROOT Button. Make sure your Anti-Virus and Firewall are disabled before you start. Then just follow the Prompts. When it's all done go to the Play Store ( Android Market ) download Rom Manager Free. Open up Rom Manager follow the prompts to Flash CWM Recovery. That's it your Rooted with a Custom Recovery.
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NO DO NOT UPGRADE!!! If your on 2.2 it's very easy. Just download and use THIS TOOL. It will do it all for you. Just connect the device via USB Cable, and choose charge only. Extract the Zip file that you downloaded onto your desktop, and run the program. Then click the ROOT Button. Make sure your Anti-Virus and Firewall are disabled before you start. Then just follow the Prompts. When it's all done go to the Play Store ( Android Market ) download Rom Manager Free. Open up Rom Manager follow the prompts to Flash CWM Recovery. That's it your Rooted with a Custom Recovery.
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I downloaded what you said, I run the program and disable the firewall, I clicked on Root and it says "Error running ADB try again"
I know that means I probably did something wrong in an earlier step but still unaware where I messed up at.
tmb04 said:
I downloaded what you said, I run the program and disable the firewall, I clicked on Root and it says "Error running ADB try again"
I know that means I probably did something wrong in an earlier step but still unaware where I messed up at.
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You need adb working... In order for adb to work you need to have android debugging checked under Settings > Applications > Development on your phone. It's not enabled by default on Sense roms so you'll need to make sure it's enabled and turned on.
Ok I made it past the part I was stuck at. Rooted my phone, downloaded ROM manager, clicked on Flash ClockworkMod Recovery, and before it finishes it says " An error occurred while attempting to run privileged commands! "
I'm sorry for asking for so much help but I'm not trying to mess anything up
tmb04 said:
Ok I made it past the part I was stuck at. Rooted my phone, downloaded ROM manager, clicked on Flash ClockworkMod Recovery, and before it finishes it says " An error occurred while attempting to run privileged commands! "
I'm sorry for asking for so much help but I'm not trying to mess anything up
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All good about asking questions. When the message pops up asking for SuperUser Permission, you have to click yes. Otherwise it will not run.
I ended up factory restoring my phone and followed a youtube video for the same exact guide that you told me to use. I followed it step by step and now my phone works perfect. I appreciate all the help.
Instead of me creating a new post, can you recommend a good guide for me to flash my shift to boost mobile?
tmb04 said:
I ended up factory restoring my phone and followed a youtube video for the same exact guide that you told me to use. I followed it step by step and now my phone works perfect. I appreciate all the help.
Instead of me creating a new post, can you recommend a good guide for me to flash my shift to boost mobile?
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You should be able to find to find the info you need HERE.
Description
After always having to search for the latest versions of Android's ADB and Fastboot tools instead of downloading the whole Android SDK for just 1 mb in a few files, I decided to make my own MSI installer using the latest versions of ADB and Fastboot.
You can install it wherever you want and it will work from any path in the command prompt. The installer will append the installation folder location to the system PATH variable, allowing you to run ADB or Fastboot without you having to change the command prompt path to where they are installed.
This installer is 32-bit and 64-bit compatible.
Usage
The default installation path is C:\ADB so you can easily add your flashable files in there.
After installing Android ADB Fastboot you can open a command prompt and type adb or fastboot commands right away, you don't need to change paths. Keep in mind that you need admin privileges, though.
To open a command prompt with administrator rights on Windows 8, just right click on the bottom left corner of the screen or use the Win+X shortcut and then click on Command Prompt (Admin).
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If you have Windows 7 or Vista, the quickest way to do it is to type CMD on the Start Menu search box and press Ctrl+Shift+Enter instead of just pressing Enter.
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Requisites
You need to have ADB Debugging under Developer Options on your device. You also need the drivers for every device you want to use with ADB installed and working.
You can type adb devices on a command prompt. If your device is listed, the drivers are working and good to go for ADB and Fastboot use.
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Download
I will always check the ADB version whenever a new Android SDK is released and I will update my installer when needed.
The download link and screenshots are on my website.
http://rubenalamina.mx/custom-installers/android-adb-fastboot/
Latest version of the installer: 1.5 (ADB 1.0.36) updated on 2016.09.21
Thanks mate, it really help people with lacks internet connection like mine
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Installer updated to version 1.2 with the new ADB and Fastboot included in Android SDK 23.0.2.
Installer updated to version 1.3 based on the Android SDK 24.0.2.
no matter what i do it stills says ABD is not reconizedf as an internal or external command. i even downloaded the whole stinking dev kit to make sure nothing missing in these little installers. made sure that a path was put still dose NOT work :/. and yes im running cmd prompt as adminastrator.
Nightmare-Rex420 said:
no matter what i do it stills says ABD is not reconizedf as an internal or external command. i even downloaded the whole stinking dev kit to make sure nothing missing in these little installers. made sure that a path was put still dose NOT work :/. and yes im running cmd prompt as adminastrator.
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Have you tried running it from the C:\ADB path just in case? Maybe try PowerShell instead of the command prompt. I don't really know what else you can try if even the SDK is not working for you.
ajua said:
Have you tried running it from the C:\ADB path just in case? Maybe try PowerShell instead of the command prompt. I don't really know what else you can try if even the SDK is not working for you.
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yes ive been trying both Shift open command prompt here, and aslso left click run as adminastrator and CD c:/abd both still says abd not reconized.
Nightmare-Rex420 said:
yes ive been trying both Shift open command prompt here, and aslso left click run as adminastrator and CD c:/abd both still says abd not reconized.
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Try using PowerShell. Also, see if you are able to run the ADB that comes with the SDK but run it from the folder where it is located.
** Version 4.7 Updated October 2016 - Supports Android 4.0-7.0 **
SUMMARY:
Allows WhatsApp users to extract their cipher key and databases on non-rooted Android devices.
UPDATE: This tool was last updated on October 12th 2016. and confirmed working on Android 4.0-7.0 using WhatsApp version v2.16.304 (latest available).
IMPORTANT: If you wish to extract media files or WhatsApp databases from Google Drive backups then you need: WhatsApp Google Drive Extractor instead.
TUTORIAL:
BRANCH UPDATES:
v4.0 - Fixed issues with Android API 14-17 (4.0-4.2 Jelly Bean).
v4.1 - Added support for Android API 23 (6.0-6.0.1 Marshmallow).
v4.2 - Added support for specifying adb backup passwords.
v4.3 - Added PowerShell version as optional alternative to bat version.
v4.4 - Changed primary mirror for legacy apk.
v4.5 - Fixed issue pushing cipher key to emulated storage.
v4.6 - Updated primary mirror for legacy apk (again).
v4.7 - Added new sanity checks and support for Android API 24 (7.0 Nougat).
PREREQUISITES:
O/S: Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Mac OS X or Linux
Java - If not installed: Download Java
ADB (Android Debug Bridge) Drivers
USB Debugging* must be enabled on the target device. Settings -> Developer Options -> (Debugging) USB debugging
Android device with Android 4.0 or higher. I.E. Ice Cream Sandwich, Jelly Bean, KitKat, Lollipop, Marshmallow or Nougat.
*= If you cannot find Developer Options then please go to: Settings -> About phone/device and tap the Build number multiple times.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Extract WhatsApp-Key-DB-Extractor-master.zip maintaining the directory structure.
Click on WhatsAppKeyDBExtract.bat (Windows) or WhatsAppKeyDBExtract.sh (Mac OS X / Linux).
Connect your device via USB, unlock your screen and wait for Full backup to appear.
Enter your backup password or leave blank (if none set) and tap on Back up my data.
Confirm backup password in your command console and then check the "extracted" folder.
TROUBLESHOOTING:
If you have never used USB Debugging before, you may also need to verify the fingerprint.
If you have set a default backup password in your Android settings, then this MUST be the
backup password that you provide when prompted to backup your data. Else it WILL fail!
Linux and Mac OS X users may need to set the script permissions as executable. Depending on the
adb permissions, you may also need to sudo ./WhatsAppKeyDBExtract.sh from your command console.
If you're having issues with WhatsAppKeyDBExtract.bat then right click WhatsAppKeyDBExtract.ps1
and select Run with PowerShell. You may have to enter "y" at first run for script execution policy.
If you get an error saying "AES encryption not allowed" then you need to update your Oracle Java
Cryptography Extension (JCE) to Unlimited Strength Jurisdiction Policy Files.
DOWNLOAD: WhatsApp-Key-DB-Extractor-master.zip
AUTHOR: TripCode
THANKS: dragomerlin for Android Backup Extractor and Abinash Bishoyi for being cool.
alternatives
Yes, this is a normal backup method. There are automatic tools that do the same without using PC, just on device side.
Apart from normal ADB method, you could use ECLIPSE for that, using the memory module, you could transfer files from and in.
If you have physical access to the device, there are many solutions.
regards.
droopyar said:
Yes, this is a normal backup method. There are automatic tools that do the same without using PC, just on device side.
Apart from normal ADB method, you could use ECLIPSE for that, using the memory module, you could transfer files from and in.
If you have physical access to the device, there are many solutions.
regards.
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The only way to access private application files (such as a WhatsApp's cipher key) without root is the ADB method. You can backup some files on the device without a PC (APK's etc...), but there is currently no way to access private files and folders. All the "My Big Fat Backup" style apps and tools will either require root or ADB. Eclipse also utilizes ADB. Basically, device side backups of application data require root. There are no other alternatives to this. If there was, then Android would be too infeasible and insecure as a viable operating system. Physical access translates into only two solutions. 1.) The ability to root and 2.) The ability to utilize ADB (Eclipse, Bats, Exe's doing nothing more than calling a simple command line). Of course if you are aware of a 3rd method (disregarding the user interface) and is not based on root or ADB then please feel free to share.
Thanks for this tool!
I've just tried to use it, but it installs the java constantly (while java is properly installed on computer as other applications uses it without any problem )
By any chance, do you have any idea how to pass that?
Thanks!!
Mia
PS I got JDK installed and still not working
MiaNet said:
I've just tried to use it, but it installs the java constantly (while java is properly installed on computer as other applications uses it without any problem )
By any chance, do you have any idea how to pass that?
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The bat file automatically checks for the presence of java.exe on your system. If it's not found then it starts the install. It would appear that for some reason it's not finding Java and hence why you're stuck in this loop. Please find attached a bat file without the Java check. Just put it in the same folder as the original and run this one instead. Let me know how you get on. Java also needs to be callable from the command line. To check this is working you should click on Run... within Windows, type cmd, click OK and type "java -version" (without quotes) and press Enter. This will confirm java is in the command path and print out your JRE build number. I have also updated the release in the OP and removed the Java check, as I have had a couple of similar reports of the loop issue.
Thanks again.
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TripCode said:
The bat file automatically checks for the presence of java.exe on your system. If it's not found then it starts the install. It would appear that for some reason it's not finding Java and hence why you're stuck in this loop. Please find attached a bat file without the Java check. Just put it in the same folder as the original and run this one instead. Let me know how you get on. Java also needs to be callable from the command line. To check this is working you should click on Run... within Windows, type cmd, click OK and type "java -version" (without quotes) and press Enter. This will confirm java is in the command path and print out your JRE build number. I have also updated the release in the OP and removed the Java check, as I have had a couple of similar reports of the loop issue.
Thanks again.
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This sounds to me like you need to update your PATH Environment variable with the directory in which java is installed.
Open up a DOS window and type: "where java" (without quotes) to determine possible locations.
If it's located in: "C:\Windows\System32" then the following code should suffice:
Code:
set PATH=%PATH%;C:\Windows\System32
If it's located in: "C:\Program Files\Java\jre7\bin" then:
Code:
set PATH=%PATH%;C:\Program Files\Java\jre7\bin
The above needs to be added to the bat script BEFORE Java is called. You can edit the bat script by opening it with Notepad.
Alternatively, you could permanently update the PATH Environment (probably a better method).
To do this you would: Right click on "Computer" or "My Computer", within Windows Explorer, choose "Properties", click on the "Advanced system settings" and/or the "Advanced" tab, then click on the "Environment Variables" button. Select the "PATH" line, click the "Edit" button, and add the relevant directory to the end of any text that exists for PATH, prefixing the java path with a ";" (semicolon) if this line already contains other string paths. If PATH does not exist then you will need to add it. Sorry this paragraph is a little double-dutch (trying to cater for multiple versions of Windows).
Many thanks! I'll test when home and let you know.
Just to let know, the path command do not fix the prior version with Java check as I first thought this might be the problem.
Thanks!
Mia
Could even be use with ADB from phone to phone? without using the pc? Or I must install the app on the phone and do it offline?
I have find my way! Re-installed Java, manually clicked on java.exe stored in Java folder in Program files (or Program files (x86) ) I've clicked on Javacpl as well and enabled all options, not sure if this is necessary though.
I've then rerun the program without Java check (the Java check one is bugging now) and was able to do the back up.
Thanks!!
Best regards,
Melanie
Cannot tap button
Hi! i've done all the previous steps, but when i unlock the phone, to confirm the backup, i cant tap on "back up my data", it doesnt even grey at hover, just like the button wasn't there...
I can choose not to backup, that button works perfectly, and write the password too, i've tried all the screen, but nothing happends, so i can't backup the phone...
Does anyone think how to solve that? Thanks!
Permission denied
Hi, I followed all instructions and I generated this error.
I would appreciate your help.
Error
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I, too am showing the same error.
Curwens said:
Hi! i've done all the previous steps, but when i unlock the phone, to confirm the backup, i cant tap on "back up my data", it doesnt even grey at hover, just like the button wasn't there...
I can choose not to backup, that button works perfectly, and write the password too, i've tried all the screen, but nothing happends, so i can't backup the phone...
Does anyone think how to solve that? Thanks!
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Try rebooting the device and trying again. If it is still greyed out, the backup feature maybe disabled on the device. Some manufacturers / service providers have specifically disabled usb backups.
kharloz_jc said:
Hi, I followed all instructions and I generated this error.
I would appreciate your help.
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I, too am showing the same error.
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It would appear that the key was extracted, but the "copy" wasn't pushed to the sdcard. KitKat? You don't need a copy of the key on your sdcard unless you want to use a supported app. As the key was extracted successfully, you could attempt to copy it by other means.
TripCode said:
This sounds to me like you need to update your PATH Environment variable with the directory in which java is installed.
Open up a DOS window and type: "where java" (without quotes) to determine possible locations.
If it's located in: "C:\Windows\System32" then the following code should suffice:
Code:
set PATH=%PATH%;C:\Windows\System32
If it's located in: "C:\Program Files\Java\jre7\bin" then:
Code:
set PATH=%PATH%;C:\Program Files\Java\jre7\bin
The above needs to be added to the bat script BEFORE Java is called. You can edit the bat script by opening it with Notepad.
Alternatively, you could permanently update the PATH Environment (probably a better method).
To do this you would: Right click on "Computer" or "My Computer", within Windows Explorer, choose "Properties", click on the "Advanced system settings" and/or the "Advanced" tab, then click on the "Environment Variables" button. Select the "PATH" line, click the "Edit" button, and add the relevant directory to the end of any text that exists for PATH, prefixing the java path with a ";" (semicolon) if this line already contains other string paths. If PATH does not exist then you will need to add it. Sorry this paragraph is a little double-dutch (trying to cater for multiple versions of Windows).
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Hi, I am receiving the "Cannot find the path specified" error. I have tried both changing the script and also the other method, in environment variables. I am curious if this has anything to do with the fact that its an ATT phone (since no one can even root it yet)? No other apps can access my phone, either. I have USB debugging enabled and all prerequisite programs installed. Tried on 2 computers, win7 and win 8.1
I wonder if i it is an error on my part..?
TripCode said:
Try rebooting the device and trying again. If it is still greyed out, the backup feature maybe disabled on the device. Some manufacturers / service providers have specifically disabled usb backups.
It would appear that the key was extracted, but the "copy" wasn't pushed to the sdcard. KitKat? You don't need a copy of the key on your sdcard unless you want to use a supported app. As the key was extracted successfully, you could attempt to copy it by other means.
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I have reviewed the "Extract" folder and there was the key. I have managed to decrypt it.
Thanks for the help and the tool!
PD: sorry for my bad English, I use translator is haha.
Nothing happens
Hi, first, thanks for this iniciative. A lot of people would apreciate this
I think I did everything as u said, but when I open the WhatsAppKeyExtract,bat and then conect my phone in debuggin mode to PC, nothing happens. Ive waited for 10 minutes and.. nothing happens. Keep showing the initial message: "Please connect your Android device..." and in my phone nothing happens too. Just show a messagem at the upper tab saying: "USB debbugin conected".
Theres any kind of setting to do futher in the debbug options?
Thanks
Update: I had do install de universal adb driver for my phone, and now it starts the download, but now im having problem with java... the messagem says "'java' isnt a recognizable command". I tried all solutions in this post and nothing.. I need heeeelp!
Solution to path problem
Is working perfect. For someone else that can happen the same thing as me. I have to fix something (i am spanish) about:
java is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file
Here is the solution:
java .com/en/download/help/path.xml
Or here:
1. Right-Click My Computer and select Properties
2. Then Click The Advanced Tab
3. Then Click Environment Variables
4. Select Path In The Bottom Box and Click Edit
5. Find Where You installed Java (E.g "C:\Program Files\Java\bin)
Its different on each computer
6. Make Sure to add a semicolon after the word bin in the path to seperate it from the other important paths
7. If this doesnt work then you may have to reinstall Java and Try Again
Setting Path on Windows
For Windows XP:
1. Start -> Control Panel -> System -> Advanced
2. Click on Environment Variables, under System Variables, find PATH, and click on it.
3. In the Edit windows, modify PATH by adding the location of the class to the value for PATH. If you do not have the item PATH, you may select to add a new variable and add PATH as the name and the location of the class as the value.
4. Close the window.
5. Reopen Command prompt window, and run your java code.
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I am getting this error.
using java run time 7 update 60
any ideas?
Thanks!
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I am getting this error.
using java run time 7 update 60
any ideas?
Thanks!
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Have seen this error before (not related to bat file). You may need to revert to an earlier Java version.
I have my Samsung note 3, and it will never be unlocked. So i was thinking about moving to this. Is the Verizon edition unlocked for custom roms?
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scoreboard said:
I have my Samsung note 3, and it will never be unlocked. So i was thinking about moving to this. Is the Verizon edition unlocked for custom roms?
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It doesn't come unlocked, but you can unlock it. That's why are a lot of us are on this phone. I had an S5 ordered, but decided against it, when I saw there wasn't any progress being made on it. I cancelled my order, bought my M8, and haven't looked back. Give me an unlocked bootloader, or give me death.
You can S-OFF (which unlocks bootloader) & root it immediately after getting it.
I came from a locked Galaxy S4 and have to say this phone is snappier than an iPhone & as unlockable as a door thats compatible with all keys ;D. Love love loveeee this phone and highly recommend it! Go for it!
I unlocked mine the moment I got home with it, no OTA update required as some people have said to do before unlocking it & as far as I've seen no ones had an actual "Oh no! They made it impossible to unlock like Sammysung!" moment.
Ive tried a for the last two days to root my htc m8..but i can not get it to work...tried htc unclock tried setting up adb...but the first gives me an mid error and the second does not recognize my phone...i did install the newest update before i tried to s-off....any help would be great...
Frausbite77 said:
Ive tried a for the last two days to root my htc m8..but i can not get it to work...tried htc unclock tried setting up adb...but the first gives me an mid error and the second does not recognize my phone...i did install the newest update before i tried to s-off....any help would be great...
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Have u tried the weak sauce app for root then fire water to s-off?
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holla420 said:
Have u tried the weak sauce app for root then fire water to s-off?
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I set up adb using the method from root junky. but my computer won't recognize my device. I must have tried it like 50 times, so i tried the htcdev unlock method...my computer recognizes by device but after i copy the token i get the mid 160 error.
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I set up adb using the method from root junky. but my computer won't recognize my device. I must have tried it like 50 times, so i tried the htcdev unlock method...my computer recognizes by device but after i copy the token i get the mid 160 error.
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U must not being in the right directory
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Frausbite77 said:
I set up adb using the method from root junky. but my computer won't recognize my device. I must have tried it like 50 times, so i tried the htcdev unlock method...my computer recognizes by device but after i copy the token i get the mid 160 error.
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What that guy above me said, if you using Windows make sure you right click+shift in the platform tools directly then see if it shows up with adb devices, if not check your drivers.
Frausbite77 said:
Ive tried a for the last two days to root my htc m8..but i can not get it to work...tried htc unclock tried setting up adb...but the first gives me an mid error and the second does not recognize my phone...i did install the newest update before i tried to s-off....any help would be great...
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HTCDEV unlock doesn't work for the Verizon variant. To s-off just follow this step by step guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2708628
PRO TIPS: Let's say that your adb and fastboot files are located in C:\Program Files\Android. Add this directory to your system path by pressing the Windows key and typing "environment". After a few letters you'll see an option called "Edit the System Environment Variables". Click on this option. The system properties windows will open to the Advanced tab. Click the Environment Variables button. In the System Variables field you'll see a variable called Path. Click on it and choose edit. In the variable value field you'll see a list of paths separated by semi colons. We want to add the path of your adb and fastboot files to the system Path variable so that adb and fastboot commands can be executed anywhere. For the example location I used above you would add the following to the end of the list:
;C:\Program Files\Android
To test, open a command prompt and type "adb". This should launch adb with no parameters. Now you can use adb and fastboot commands anywhere. When you download the firewater script file, you can just leave it in the Downloads directory. If you use Chrome you could click the arrow next to the file and choose "show in folder". Then shift+right click an empty portion of the Downloads directory window and choose "open command window here" (you can also shift+right click on folders icons to accomplish this). Should be easy to s-off now.
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*Once adb is setup issue the command "adb devices" to ensure your phone is recognized. The first time you will get a popup on your phone asking if you want to allow the PC adb access. Make sure you check "always allow".
*Before you issue the "su" command wait about 30 seconds to allow WeakSauce to root the phone after reboot. If you get an error saying "su not found" it's because WeakSauce has not yet rooted the phone. Wait 10 seconds and try again.
*When you issue the "su" command wake your phone's display and look for a SuperSu request. Allow it obviously.
*It's possible that the process may fail. If it does just try again. If it keeps failing try a different USB 2.0 port. Also make sure you're using the best USB cable that you have. The one that came with the phone should work.
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HTCDEV unlock doesn't work for the Verizon variant. To s-off just follow this step by step guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2708628
PRO TIPS: Let's say that your adb and fastboot files are located in C:\Program Files\Android. Add this directory to your system path by pressing the Windows key and typing "environment". After a few letters you'll see an option called "Edit the System Environment Variables". Click on this option. The system properties windows will open to the Advanced tab. Click the Environment Variables button. In the System Variables field you'll see a variable called Path. Click on it and choose edit. In the variable value field you'll see a list of paths separated by semi colons. We want to add the path of your adb and fastboot files to the system Path variable so that adb and fastboot commands can be executed anywhere. For the example location I used above you would add the following to the end of the list:
;C:\Program Files\Android
To test, open a command prompt and type "adb". This should launch adb with no parameters. Now you can use adb and fastboot commands anywhere. When you download the firewater script file, you can just leave it in the Downloads directory. If you use Chrome you could click the arrow next to the file and choose "show in folder". Then shift+right click an empty portion of the Downloads directory window and choose "open command window here" (you can also shift+right click on folders icons to accomplish this). Should be easy to s-off now.
NOTES:
*Once adb is setup issue the command "adb devices" to ensure your phone is recognized. The first time you will get a popup on your phone asking if you want to allow the PC adb access. Make sure you check "always allow".
*Before you issue the "su" command wait about 30 seconds to allow WeakSauce to root the phone after reboot. If you get an error saying "su not found" it's because WeakSauce has not yet rooted the phone. Wait 10 seconds and try again.
*When you issue the "su" command wake your phone's display and look for a SuperSu request. Allow it obviously.
*It's possible that the process may fail. If it does just try again. If it keeps failing try a different USB 2.0 port. Also make sure you're using the best USB cable that you have. The one that came with the phone should work.
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Thank you for letting me know about the HTC Dev...I have a mac and set up ADB...it shows my phone off line...i get the message that says allow this computer and check always...i run adb devices and now it just returns blank...i reinstall drivers which is htc sync but the problem persists....
Frausbite77 said:
Thank you for letting me know about the HTC Dev...I have a mac and set up ADB...it shows my phone off line...i get the message that says allow this computer and check always...i run adb devices and now it just returns blank...i reinstall drivers which is htc sync but the problem persists....
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Try 'adb kill-server' then issue 'adb start-server' then try 'adb devices'. If that doesn't work, try a different USB port. If still no joy try a different USB cable. If that doesn't work try restarting the Mac, restarting the phone, spinning around in an office chair three times, and blowing into a Nintendo cartridge. If that doesn't work I don't know what else to suggest besides trying it on a different computer or maybe in Windows. I've never had an issue with ADB so if somebody else has any ideas for Frausbite77 please chime in.
Edit: I googled this Mac ADB guide. I don't know if it really matters, but it says to have ADB/fastboot in the /usr/bin directory. Check it out. There's a script file and when run it installs the Android SDK tools to the appropriate folder. Also check the comments. Somebody else has probably had the same problem as you:
http://htc-one.wonderhowto.com/how-...-mac-os-x-send-commands-your-htc-one-0151178/
Edit 2: After reading a user's comment that the script was broken I looked at the script and it was, in fact, broken. I fixed it. Follow the guide but use this zip instead:
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Try 'adb kill-server' then issue 'adb start-server' then try 'adb devices'. If that doesn't work, try a different USB port. If still no joy try a different USB cable. If that doesn't work try restarting the Mac, restarting the phone, spinning around in an office chair three times, and blowing into a Nintendo cartridge. If that doesn't work I don't know what else to suggest besides trying it on a different computer or maybe in Windows. I've never had an issue with ADB so if somebody else has any ideas for Frausbite77 please chime in.
Edit: I googled this Mac ADB guide. I don't know if it really matters, but it says to have ADB/fastboot in the /usr/bin directory. Check it out. There's a script file and when run it installs the Android SDK tools to the appropriate folder. Also check the comments. Somebody else has probably had the same problem as you:
http://htc-one.wonderhowto.com/how-...-mac-os-x-send-commands-your-htc-one-0151178/
Edit 2: After reading a user's comment that the script was broken I looked at the script and it was, in fact, broken. I fixed it. Follow the guide but use this zip instead:
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Ok, well so I never got adb to show my device on line....but when i typed ./adb reboot, the device actually responds to the commands...taking a risk i went ahead and pushed the firewater files and the process worked. I was able to unlock my device and install twrp...so i figured out that for and to work i have to type in ./ before i type in any commands...i don't if i messed something up along the way or what...but in the end i have gotten i was able to root and get s off....maybe i got lucky lol...thanks so much for the help!!
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Ok, well so I never got adb to show my device on line....but when i typed ./adb reboot, the device actually responds to the commands...taking a risk i went ahead and pushed the firewater files and the process worked. I was able to unlock my device and install twrp...so i figured out that for and to work i have to type in ./ before i type in any commands...i don't if i messed something up along the way or what...but in the end i have gotten i was able to root and get s off....maybe i got lucky lol...thanks so much for the help!!
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That's the proper command line for using Adb on a Mac. It won't work without using ./ before the command.
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Frausbite77 said:
Ok, well so I never got adb to show my device on line....but when i typed ./adb reboot, the device actually responds to the commands...taking a risk i went ahead and pushed the firewater files and the process worked. I was able to unlock my device and install twrp...so i figured out that for and to work i have to type in ./ before i type in any commands...i don't if i messed something up along the way or what...but in the end i have gotten i was able to root and get s off....maybe i got lucky lol...thanks so much for the help!!
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My bad. I should have mentioned that to execute a file in a Unix-like operating system you need to enter the full or relative path if it's not in your $Path environment variable. That's why you needed to add a './' before the command. The './' indicates that the file is in the current directory. That's probably why that guide recommended putting adb and fastboot in /usr/bin. If you want to fix it so that adb and fastboot commands can be run from anywhere open a terminal, change to the directory where adb and fastboot are located, and issue the following commands:
sudo mv adb /usr/bin
sudo mv fastboot /usr/bin
That will move adb and fastboot into /usr/bin which is in your $Path so you can issue the commands anywhere without using './'. I'm glad you got your M8 s-offed and recovery installed. If you're looking into custom ROMs, I can personally recommend ViperOne as a great stock option and LiquidSmooth as an AOSP option. Try em' out. Now that you have recovery you can just restore a backup if you don't like your current ROM.
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My bad. I should have mentioned that to execute a file in a Unix-like operating system you need to enter the full or relative path if it's not in your $Path environment variable. That's why you needed to add a './' before the command. The './' indicates that the file is in the current directory. That's probably why that guide recommended putting adb and fastboot in /usr/bin. If you want to fix it so that adb and fastboot commands can be run from anywhere open a terminal, change to the directory where adb and fastboot are located, and issue the following commands:
sudo mv adb /usr/bin
sudo mv fastboot /usr/bin
That will move adb and fastboot into /usr/bin which is in your $Path so you can issue the commands anywhere without using './'. I'm glad you got your M8 s-offed and recovery installed. If you're looking into custom ROMs, I can personally recommend ViperOne as a great stock option and LiquidSmooth as an AOSP option. Try em' out. Now that you have recovery you can just restore a backup if you don't like your current ROM.
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Thanks for the advice...actually i was just going to ask about some roms...just flashed viper rom and gonna give it a go...thanks for all the help...
Frausbite77 said:
Thanks for the advice...actually i was just going to ask about some roms...just flashed viper rom and gonna give it a go...thanks for all the help...
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You'll love it. A couple thing to note though. For some reason the 1.6 download doesn't actually contain the 1.6 OTA so you'll want to go to 'About phone' and update to 1.6. Also I believe that ViperOne defaults to power saver mode. You can change this by using the toggle in the notification drawer. If you want to add power saver and extreme power saver to the settings menu follow this guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2710946
Doc Ames said:
You'll love it. A couple thing to note though. For some reason the 1.6 download doesn't actually contain the 1.6 OTA so you'll want to go to 'About phone' and update to 1.6. Also I believe that ViperOne defaults to power saver mode. You can change this by using the toggle in the notification drawer. If you want to add power saver and extreme power saver to the settings menu follow this guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2710946
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wow, man viper rom is insane, thanks for the update heads up...i wouldn't have even thought to do that...guess i have tons of reading to catch up on...thanks...