Related
Linux users please go HERE (thanks to bloodychaos)Similar guides can be found on other devices subforums around but I can see that a lot of new users in our forum are not familiar with the setup and use of this commands.
All the instructions and installation files can be found on the Android Developers webpage, but for basic commands it is not necessary to download the whole SDK (which requires the JDK as well) to follow installation and the resources download process.
*Important: to use the adb/fastboot commands you have to enable USB Debugging in your phone Settings -> Applications -> Development menu*
To have working adb and fastboot system wide for basic commands just follow the steps below:
UPDATE: Not necessary for Windows 7 is installng adb drivers automatically after plugging the device and fastboot ones after rebooting the connected device to bootloader. To get the HTC USB Drivers on different Windows version download and install HTC Sync (If you do not need the Sync application itself you can uninstall it but the drivers will remain on your system).
*According to post #5 in this thread in some cases may be necessary to temporary disable your antivirus software during the installation of HTC Sync. Thanks @mimirom*
Download the zip archive or the attached file below
Extract the archive on your C: drive. You will have C:\android-tools folder
Adding to the System Path globally to use the command without browsing to the containing folder
Method 1 (via GUI):
Go to My Computer icon -> right click and select Properties.
On the left side of the opened screen select Advanced system settings.
(Or Start -> Search -> type sysdm.cpl -> Enter, browse to the Advanced tab)
Look down on the opened menu and select Environment Variables.
In the lower half are listed the System Variables.
Scroll to find "Path" variable, select it and click Edit...
On the Edit window in the Variable value field go to the end of the line (do not delete it!) and add without any intervals (spaces):
Code:
;C:\android-tools
do not forget the semicolon symbol (;)!
Click Ok 3 times.
Method 2 (via Command prompt):
Go to Start and in the Search box type cmd, right click and Run as Administrator
Type
Code:
setx path /m "%PATH%;C:\android-tools"
and hit Enter. Close the cmd window
fonpacific said:
By the way, I noticed that it doesn't work for me (windows 7 professional) unless i end the path of adb with "\", for example: ;C:\android-tools\ and not ;C:\android-tools as in your guide.
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Method 3:
bonesy said:
Just a tip, if you put the Adb and fastboot files in C:/windows/system32 (32bit) or in C/windows/sysWOW64 (64bit) you can just use them from any command prompt window
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To check is it working properly open Command Prompt (Start -> Search -> type cmd -> Enter) and type adb
If everything is configured properly this should list you the Android Debug Bridge version and the available commands.
*HINT*: To use adb or fastboot with files in the Command prompt you have to navigate to the folder containing the file first (using the cd command) e.g. "D:\Downloads\Android" and then to execute the command.
Example:
Start -> type cmd in the Search box, then Enter. You will see
C:\Users\with blinking cursor
If your file is on another drive like the example type "d:" (without the quotes), or other drive letter to go to the relevant drive. Skip this if the file is on C: drive. Then type:
cd D:\Downloads\Android to go to the "D:\Downloads\Android" folder. If your path contains spaces (intervals) type it in quotes.
The command "cd.." brings you one folder back
Good Idea!
Have put a link to this within the GUIDES section of [INDEX][22 SEP 11] ROMS/RECOVERY/ROOT/HBOOT/RADIOS/TWEAKS/GUIDES/etc
I believe that the guide would be more useful if you put in a link to a URL for the HTC Drivers and moved the advice about enabling USB Debugging to the top!
I can now point people at this guide rather than manually instruct them, Thank's you probably just saved me loads of time and aggravation!
Nice Work, Great Help
Excellent! Exactly what I needed. Thanks for showing us this.
Hi an thank you. Good guide.
I believe one important information is missing in the guide:
Before installing the HTC drivers (or HTC sync) it is necessary to temporarily disable AntiVirus software on Windows machines. If you don't do that, Windows won't recognise your phone. After the installation is finished, enable AntiVirus again.
I got this advice somewhere and it was true for me personally. I'm using Windows 7.
Sent from my HTC Desire S using XDA App
One more comment:
This is a minor detail but I think it's worth mentioning.
If you are using the HTC Sync installation in order to get the HTC drivers only, you actually don't need to install and immediately uninstall HTC Sync itself.
The Sync installer will first install the Desired (pun fully intended ;-) drivers and the it will stop. Next it's going to ask you if you want to proceed with the installation of HTC Sync. At that point you hit cancel and you're done. No Sync, just the drivers.
mimirom said:
One more comment:
This is a minor detail but I think it's worth mentioning.
If you are using the HTC Sync installation in order to get the HTC drivers only, you actually don't need to install and immediately uninstall HTC Sync itself.
The Sync installer will first install the Desired (pun fully intended ;-) drivers and the it will stop. Next it's going to ask you if you want to proceed with the installation of HTC Sync. At that point you hit cancel and you're done. No Sync, just the drivers.
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It's very useful, Thanks!!
Doing all this the phone has to be turned off, on, or power button and volume down?
Desire S said:
Doing all this the phone has to be turned off, on, or power button and volume down?
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You do not need a phone for this guide It is setup for PC
Just a tip, if you put the Adb and fastboot files in C:/windows/system32 (32bit) or in C/windows/sysWOW64 (64bit) you can just use them from any command prompt window
bonesy said:
Just a tip, if you put the Adb and fastboot files in C:/windows/system32 (32bit) or in C/windows/sysWOW64 (64bit) you can just use them from any command prompt window
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This is exactly the purpose of point 4 of the guide (global path setup)
Just trying to give another idea mate, I used to set up all the SDK and make a global path but now just drop them in those folders when i reinstal indows
bonesy said:
Just trying to give another idea mate, I used to set up all the SDK and make a global path but now just drop them in those folders when i reinstal indows
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Agree, added to the first post.
Sent from my Desire S using Tapatalk
Instructions for Linux users???
jamsh said:
Instructions for Linux users???
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On my Linux system I have installed Java and the whole Android SDK and the set the path of course. If you are a Linux user you should know how to do this. Also there are guides for other devices that are basically the same
amidabuddha said:
Similar guides can be found on other devices subforums around but I can see that a lot of new users in our forum are not familiar with the setup and use of this commands.
All the instructions and installation files can be found on the Android Developers webpage, but for basic commands it is not necessary to download the whole SDK (which requires the JDK as well) to follow installation and the resources download process.
*Important: to use the adb/fastboot commands you have to enable USB Debugging in your phone Settings -> Applications -> Development menu*
To have working adb and fastboot system wide for basic commands just follow the steps below:
To get the HTC USB Drivers download and install HTC Sync (If you do not need the Sync application itself you can uninstall it but the drivers will remain on your system).
*According to post #5 in this thread in some cases may be necessary to temporary disable your antivirus software during the installation of HTC Sync. Thanks @mimirom*
Download the zip archive (Mirror @MediaFire) or the attached file below
Extract the archive on your C: drive. You will have C:\android-tools folder
Adding to the System Path globally to use the command without browsing to the containing folder
Method 1 (via GUI):
Go to My Computer icon -> right click and select Properties.
On the left side of the opened screen select Advanced system settings.
(Or Start -> Search -> type sysdm.cpl -> Enter, browse to the Advanced tab)
Look down on the opened menu and select Environment Variables.
In the lower half are listed the System Variables.
Scroll to find "Path" variable, select it and click Edit...
On the Edit window in the Variable value field go to the end of the line (do not delete it!) and add without any intervals (spaces):
Code:
;C:\android-tools
do not forget the semicolon symbol (;)!
Click Ok 3 times.
Method 2 (via Command prompt):
Go to Start and in the Search box type cmd, right click and Run as Administrator
Type
Code:
setx path /m "%PATH%;C:\android-tools"
and hit Enter. Close the cmd window
Method 3:
To check is it working properly open Command Prompt (Start -> Search -> type cmd -> Enter) and type adb
If everything is configured properly this should list you the Android Debug Bridge version and the available commands.
*HINT*: To use adb or fastboot with files in the Command prompt you have to navigate to the folder containing the file first (using the cd command) e.g. "D:\Downloads\Android" and then to execute the command.
Example:
Start -> type cmd in the Search box, then Enter. You will see
C:\Users\with blinking cursor
If your file is on another drive like the example type "d:" (without the quotes), or other drive letter to go to the relevant drive. Skip this if the file is on C: drive. Then type:
cd D:\Downloads\Android to go to the "D:\Downloads\Android" folder. If your path contains spaces (intervals) type it in quotes.
The command "cd.." brings you one folder back
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Nice work mate
Thanks a lot for the guide, dude!
By the way, I noticed that it doesn't work for me (windows 7 professional) unless i end the path of adb with "\", for example: ;C:\android-tools\ and not ;C:\android-tools as in your guide.
Hope it helps!
jamsh said:
Instructions for Linux users???
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OP edited - there is a link to a guide for Linux users
fonpacific said:
Thanks a lot for the guide, dude!
By the way, I noticed that it doesn't work for me (windows 7 professional) unless i end the path of adb with "\", for example: ;C:\android-tools\ and not ;C:\android-tools as in your guide.
Hope it helps!
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Thank you for the remark, I hope it will help the users with the same problem
Hey Guys, I need help!
after an installation of adb all I get is error:device not found
i entered a code adb shell and hit enter, than i entered
dmesg | grep mmc0, since you cannot put two lines of code at once (I'm a rookie)..
where did I put it wrong?
I can get to recovery of my device, but I get error like:
/I]E:Can't open /cache/recovery/command
I made revolutionary S-OFF..
Thanx for a help!
Rocks
You have to enable USB debugging in the settings.
And while in recovery it should work too
Sent from my HTC Desire S
I originally did this for the Hero to help new users install ADB and the files required for Resigning and developing.Thought it would be handy here too!
If you have the Android drivers installed and just want ADB then download THIS FILE and extract the contents to /windows/system32 (32 bit windows) or /windows/sysWOW64 (64bit windows)
WINDOWS 7
Thought i would make a noob friendly guide on setting all these up..should make it easier foor noobs to have some fun
If you have user account control on you will need to run these as administrator! Or just turn off UAC
To make it more noob friendly i will include pictures
Download Java JDK HERE
Android SDK HERE
And Testsign.zip View attachment 330328
Install Java JDK by double clicking the JDK file you downloaded
Now goto My Computer > Local Disk (C:\) and create a folder called Android and open it.....Create another folder called androidSDK (NO SPACES!)
Extract the Android SDK you downloaded into the AndroidSDK folder there should now be 5 folders in there....)FIG(A)add-ons,docs,platform,usb_driver and tools...
Go into tools and keep it open...the top bar will say something like C:\Android\androidSDK click this top bar and copy it ALL!FIG(A)
Now you need to add the tools folder to your path....
Right click my computer > Properties > Advanced system settings > Enviroment variables
In the system variables box (the lower one) find the path it should be the 5th one down (under OS) highlight path and click edit....
Now go to the end of that line and put a ; there..Then paste the line you copied earlier..
Your path should now look like FIG(B)
now make a Tea/Coffee/Grab a beer or whatever
Back to your tools folder now...Remember that Testsign.zip? Well extract it into your tools folder please.
Next click start (win7 logo in your taskbar) and type CMD it should say command prompt.exe double click it!
Now is the test! Type autosign and hit enter (not hard obviously) If it says XDA in huge letters you are laughing! If not drag and drop Autosign.bat from your tools folder into the CMD window and press enter.
type 1 > enter > yes
2 > enter > yes
3 > enter > yes (enter means press enter not type it.just in case your such a noob you dont know your own keyboard)
You should now be able to resign .apk files by right clicking, if that doesnt work you can type autosign in a cmd window and do option (4) to manually sign.
To install drivers for your android device.......
Option a) Install HTC Sync
Option b) Use the files from the Android SDK
Check adb debugging is enabled on your phone and plug the bad boy in,go to device manager (right click my computer) find ADB (it will probably have a warning sign) right click that and direct the install to your USB_DRIVER (or Program Files\HTC\HTC Driver) folder
Open up Command prompt (CMD.EXE) type adb devices should say something like HT01GL902119 device
I will be installing linux this weekend so will do a tut for linux next week
Thnxx man very helpful
As wanted to point out that there's no fastboot option in sdk now. So might want to include the link for the file. I believe its from goo-inside.me
Great guide btw
Sent from my HTC Pyramid using Tapatalk
Any guide for ADB over wifi.
That will be nice.
Great job.
Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e
I'll add adb WiFi in the morning when I'm sober also will add fastboot file! Thanks guys!
When picking option 2 in the Command prompt I get an error that the testsign is cannot be found. I've followed the instructions and pictures. When I look in the tools folder in the AndroidSdk folder I don't see all of the testsign zip in the folder.
Thanks Mate... I was looking for such a guide for Long... Will subscribe to the Thread so that I dont loose it...
Now phones having very low memory...can move almost all apps to sd card (not pre-installed apps) without root
some apps like whatsapps, ninjump were quite big and doesn't support app2sd
but now you can move these apps also...
Here's how to do this
1. To download the latest version of Android SDK (which includes adb executable), follow instructions from step 2 in the Installing the SDK article from the official Android development site. Note: you do not need to install any other software such as Eclipse for this procedure.
2. After downloading the archive of the SDK, unzip it to any folder and remember its location (let’s call this folder <sdk>).
3. If you are installing Android SDK on Windows machine, you also need to install USB driver as described in USB driver for Windows section.
4. Connect the phone using USB cable and do not enable USB storage mode. Go to Settings -> Applications -> Development and enable USB debugging.
5.Start terminal window on your computer (on Windows: click Start, type “cmd” and press Enter).
6.In the terminal window, navigate to folder containing file named “adb”:
If using SDK 2.3 or later: navigate to <sdk>\platform-tools folder using this command: cd “full-path-to-sdk-platform-tools” (replace “full-path-to-sdk-platform-tools” with an actual path as shown in the screenshot below).
If using SDK 2.2 or older: navigate to <sdk>\tools folder using this command: cd “full-path-to-sdk-tools”.
7.Type the following lines in the terminal window and press Enter after each line:
"adb devices"
( This checks that the phone is connected and is in the correct mode. You should see one entry in the list of the attached devices. If you get “device not found” error, see Troubleshooting section below.)
"adb shell"
(If you get “cannot find file” error and are using Mac or Linux, instead type: ./adb shell )
"pm setInstallLocation 2"
"exit"
without quotes
8.Now on your phone go to Settings->Applications->Manage Applications.
and move all the apps to sd card...
remember not to move apps containing widgets to sd card as the widgets wont work after moving to sd card...
If you fin it useful hit thanks button..
Thanks for this tip
Inviato dal mio LG-P690 usando Tapatalk
How to remove Google Ads from any APK
This tutorial will learn you how to remove Google Ads from any APK (app), the ads are a specific part in the source code that can can be removed easily without damaging the app.
Any ways, I encourage you to keep supporting the app developers by buying their apps. The outcome of this tutorial is made personal use only and you may not share (or even sell) the apps you cleaned from ads.
Requirements:
- Java 6/7 (JRE or JDK)
- APK Multi Tools
- ADB
Youtube Video:
or http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pw-e2m_TBxA
Instructions:
Step 1. Download and install/extract all needed packages. (Install JRE/JDK 6/7 and unpack APK Multi Tool and ADB)
Step 2. Looking what apps you have installed on your phone to pull (make sure you're in debugging mode)
- In ADB folder, run adb.bat
- Enter: "cd data/app"
- Enter: "ls", now your apps will show up
- Copy an apk name by right clicking in the cmd window and click mark, then mark the text and right click again to copy
- Now terminate adb.bat by either pressing Control+C and enterying "y" or closing the window.
Step 3. Pulling the apk
- In ADB folder, hold shift and right click in an empty place in the folder (not on some file/folder) > Open Command window here
(or press windows key + r and enter cmd, now enter "cd C:\your\adb\folder\here")
- once in command prompt, enter: "adb pull /data/app/[right click > paste]"
- After pulling the apk it will appear in your ADB directory. Now copy the apk
Step 4. APK Multi Tools Setup
- In APK-Multi-Tool folder, open setup.bat
- Enter "3" and press enter
- Enter "00" and press enter to exit setup
- Browse to /place-apk-here-for-modding/ and press Control + V to paste your pulled apk
Step 5. APK-Multi-Tool Decompilation
- In APK-Multi-Tool folder, open script.bat and press enter
- Enter: "24" and press enter, now choose your apk, probably #1
- Enter: "9" and press enter to decompile your apk
- Browse to the /projects/apkname folder
Step 6. Removing the ads
- In APK-Multi-Tool\projects\apkname.apk folder, open the smali folder
- Then browse to the com folder and then to the google folder
- Now you will see a folder called ads. remove this folder.
Step 7. Compiling the apk
- In APK Multi Tool, enter: "12" to start compiling the apk
- When a new text dialog appears, enter: "3" and press enter
- When the "keep folder" question shows press enter
- Now your signed apk (without ads) can be found in the APK-Multi-Tool\place-apk-here-for-modding folder
- Copy the apk (with "signed" in front of the name) and paste it in the ADB directory
Step 8. Installing the result
- Select the apk and press F2 (or change name) to copy then name to the clipboard then press enter to discard the name change
- Now, hold shift and right click in an empty place in the folder (not on some file/folder) > Open Command window here
(or press windows key + r and enter cmd, now enter "cd C:\your\adb\folder\here")
- Enter "adb install [right-click > paste]"
- Now the app will successfully install! Enjoy!
Hello,
The tutorial doesn't have any sound. I tried the youtube link, there is still no sound.
tomasitoc said:
Hello,
The tutorial doesn't have any sound. I tried the youtube link, there is still no sound.
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I know, there isn't supposed to be sound. I don't like talking in the mic when I have to speak english all the time ;p
It is dificult to understand the video with out the sound. Please post text instructions
tomasitoc said:
It is dificult to understand the video with out the sound. Please post text instructions
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I did
Instructions:
Step 1. Download and install/extract all needed packages. (Install JRE/JDK 6/7 and unpack APK Multi Tool and ADB)
Step 2. Looking what apps you have installed on your phone to pull (make sure you're in debugging mode)
- In ADB folder, run adb.bat
- Enter: "cd data/app"
- Enter: "ls", now your apps will show up
- Copy an apk name by right clicking in the cmd window and click mark, then mark the text and right click again to copy
- Now terminate adb.bat by either pressing Control+C and enterying "y" or closing the window.
Step 3. Pulling the apk
- In ADB folder, hold shift and right click in an empty place in the folder (not on some file/folder) > Open Command window here
(or press windows key + r and enter cmd, now enter "cd C:\your\adb\folder\here")
- once in command prompt, enter: "adb pull /data/app/[right click > paste]"
- After pulling the apk it will appear in your ADB directory. Now copy the apk
Step 4. APK Multi Tools Setup
- In APK-Multi-Tool folder, open setup.bat
- Enter "3" and press enter
- Enter "00" and press enter to exit setup
- Browse to /place-apk-here-for-modding/ and press Control + V to paste your pulled apk
Step 5. APK-Multi-Tool Decompilation
- In APK-Multi-Tool folder, open script.bat and press enter
- Enter: "24" and press enter, now choose your apk, probably #1
- Enter: "9" and press enter to decompile your apk
- Browse to the /projects/apkname folder
Step 6. Removing the ads
- In APK-Multi-Tool\projects\apkname.apk folder, open the smali folder
- Then browse to the com folder and then to the google folder
- Now you will see a folder called ads. remove this folder.
Step 7. Compiling the apk
- In APK Multi Tool, enter: "12" to start compiling the apk
- When a new text dialog appears, enter: "3" and press enter
- When the "keep folder" question shows press enter
- Now your signed apk (without ads) can be found in the APK-Multi-Tool\place-apk-here-for-modding folder
- Copy the apk (with "signed" in front of the name) and paste it in the ADB directory
Step 8. Installing the result
- Select the apk and press F2 (or change name) to copy then name to the clipboard then press enter to discard the name change
- Now, hold shift and right click in an empty place in the folder (not on some file/folder) > Open Command window here
(or press windows key + r and enter cmd, now enter "cd C:\your\adb\folder\here")
- Enter "adb install [right-click > paste]"
- Now the app will successfully install! Enjoy!
Ooops, sorry about that request.
What is the difference between this, and the adfree app from the play store?
It worked. This is very helpful. Thank you. I just use the apk tool. To compile and decompile the apk. Then use rom toolbox to paste it back.
Thank you again
Thanks bro, i will learn.. May GBU
bang.i said:
Thanks bro, i will learn.. May GBU
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it's from 2012, almost 10 years have passed. Unfortunately it's way more complicated nowadays.
** 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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cardinalaa said:
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!
tzuyang said:
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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.