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I have installed an app and i have delete it, but when i install again the app remember it was previously installed.
I think there is a file somewhere on my phone with the name or something of the app. Anyone know how to find and erase this file ?
Even with a factory reset or when i delete app in my google account, the app remember it was previously installed.
Thanks for your help
what is the name of the that app? it seems that's a System app
Google keeps track of your installs and just factory resetting and uninstalling will not clear the apps folder on the internal storage. This has been changed in 5.0
Zelendel do you know where are the tracks, is it a folder or a file ?
Thx
tictac269 said:
Zelendel do you know where are the tracks, is it a folder or a file ?
Thx
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Depending on the app sometimes it will make a folder in either data/app/data or storagecard/data.
In 5.0 this is supposed to be fixed to where apps will remove all their files and folders and not just the app.
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Hi. I just found out that apk files are kept in the device after installation of the app.
I just recently downloaded a file explorer app and I found out that the apk files of the free games which I downloaded and installed from android market are kept in this folder:
/mnt/asec (I'm using Samsung Galaxy Ace)
There are individual folders for each game, and in each folder are a lib folder and the apk file. For example:
Fruit Ninja folder (which is found in mnt/asec folder) contains a lib folder and an apk file.
Fruit Slice folder (which is also found in mnt/asec folder) contains a lib folder and an apk file.
My question is, is it ok to delete these apk files? Will the games still work?
Also, can I send these apk files to someone else via bluetooth so they may download the apps without having to visit android market?
yeah you can delete the apk file after installing any app for it to still function, I do it all the time. Yes you can send the apk file to your friend so they can install it. If you're still cautious, try doing a trial run with one apk file...send it to your friend first, then delete, see if it works.
The .apk files are like setup files for windows. Once installed, you don't need the apk, especially if you are backing up with Titanium or similar backup program.
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Hi. Thanks guys.
Is everything from the android market ".apk"? Is it possible that some have a different extension? I downloaded a dictionary app, I can't be sure but I think it's a .zip file.
Thank you.
pakattack
I tried to delete the apk file. It cannot be deleted.
However, I copied it to my sd card, uninstalled the app, re-installed it using the one already in my sdcard, and it installed just fine.
I still want to be able to delete the apk file that is in the system though (/mnt/asec).
Any ideas or do I just have to deal with it?
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PakAttack1994 said:
yeah you can delete the apk file after installing any app for it to still function, I do it all the time. Yes you can send the apk file to your friend so they can install it. If you're still cautious, try doing a trial run with one apk file...send it to your friend first, then delete, see if it works.
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I agree with deleting it won't be a problem but sending to a friend?
sometimes I think there would be a message stating that its not sign
correctly.. correct me if I'm wrong Thank You
WillShaka, like I said, I tried to delete it. I can't. Not allowed.
I don't know why. I'm using ES File explorer
not sure if this works but have you tried unmounting the sd and delete?
WillShaka said:
I agree with deleting it won't be a problem but sending to a friend?
sometimes I think there would be a message stating that its not sign
correctly.. correct me if I'm wrong Thank You
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Also, and I don't mean to veer out of topic (this question is often ignored in Q&A forum), if I use Odin to upgrade my stock firmware instead of using Kies, will it erase all my data? I have a feeling it will...
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not sure if this works but have you tried unmounting the sd and delete?
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Just tried it. Doesn't work, but thanks for suggesting. =)
Yes, you can delete the APK after installation. But the APKs in /system/app/ need to stay where they are to function appropriately
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Also, and I don't mean to veer out of topic (this question is often ignored in Q&A forum), if I use Odin to upgrade my stock firmware instead of using Kies, will it erase all my data? I have a feeling it will...
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MarlonKaye said:
Just tried it. Doesn't work, but thanks for suggesting. =)
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yes odin your phone would wipe out all the user and data status.
your welcome sorry I couldn't help
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MarlonKaye said:
WillShaka, like I said, I tried to delete it. I can't. Not allowed.
I don't know why. I'm using ES File explorer
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I use the All-In-One Toolbox app to automatically find and delete all .apk files. It also has an automatic backup and restore function for apps.
So my daragon city and messenger are in the apk files I don't know if its backed by another zip folder my tablet is the amazon fire so if I deleted the apk files that is downloaded for an android would my appe still work the same
Hello everyone! proud Galaxy SL owner here! Hi, I was wondering after deleting this folder titled "ppy_cross" folder it returns on my /mnt/sdcard? I would delete it again, but it comes back? I can't find to which app it belongs to.. My Galaxy is not rooted.. does the android OS return deleted folders so it can function properly? Just now, I turned on my wifi to install a game from the play store, after installation, I then opened up my My Files and saw ppy_cross folder again...? My phone has no problems at all, it's working normally.
Thankz in AdvaNcE to whomever can help out! =)
3rd party apps create files automatically, the ext file systems also create automatically folders like LOST.DIR
frapeti said:
3rd party apps create files automatically, the ext file systems also create automatically folders like LOST.DIR
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I appreciate your response sir, thank you so much!
So this is pretty much normal sir? So, if ever I come upon another folder that I deleted and comes back... It's ok and won't harm my phone, right? But, what if I installed an app and uninstalled it, and I also deleted it's folder, but comes back after I already uninstalled the app, what does that mean? Just curious sir..
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I appreciate your response sir, thank you so much!
So this is pretty much normal sir? So, if ever I come upon another folder that I deleted and comes back... It's ok and won't harm my phone, right? But, what if I installed an app and uninstalled it, and I also deleted it's folder, but comes back after I already uninstalled the app, what does that mean? Just curious sir..
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its alryt to delete folders as long as you are aware of what's inside of the folder..but be aware not to delete systems folder for it may cause a problem on ur phone..abd for the application installed and uninstalled well i think it alryt to delete it as long as ur no using the apps and free some space.
I believe that folder is from boat browser mini app.
I have the same folder and I havent installed that browser
I have the exact same folder as well. Inside, I find a file labeled as follows:
7c8818e0b54505648c31ec132d64a3a7
It's simply labeled: File.
I have never installed anything called "boat browser" or anything similar. The only browser that I use is FireFox, and I know it wasn't created form there, as I've used that browser for a while, and the folder only just appeared within the past couple of days. I, like the others, am unable to prevent the folder from returning upon deletion.
liquidaluminum said:
I have the exact same folder as well. Inside, I find a file labeled as follows:
7c8818e0b54505648c31ec132d64a3a7
It's simply labeled: File.
I have never installed anything called "boat browser" or anything similar. The only browser that I use is FireFox, and I know it wasn't created form there, as I've used that browser for a while, and the folder only just appeared within the past couple of days. I, like the others, am unable to prevent the folder from returning upon deletion.
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Storage Defragmenter....and why the hell is there no 'Angry Face' Icon?? Sorry, I thought that was 'constipated'.
How to convert user apps to system apps? Many apps give fc because of some missing files. I would like to move whatsapp and maps to system to get some free internal memory.
How can I add more apps into system while porting a Rom, what all libraries and permissions do I need to take care of?
I already tried /system/mover and similar apps. While manually moving whatsapp I couldn't find library files
Thanks in advance!
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Lennox Alexion said:
How to convert user apps to system apps? Many apps give fc because of some missing files. I would like to move whatsapp and maps to system to get some free internal memory.
How can I add more apps into system while porting a Rom, what all libraries and permissions do I need to take care of?
I already tried /system/mover and similar apps. While manually moving whatsapp I couldn't find library files
Thanks in advance!
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You can go and install Link2SD, and skip the part where it asks to create a mount script. Then you can access apps and convert them into system apps. You will need to restart the phone when you convert the app for proper functioning.
tatiraju.rishabh said:
You can go and install Link2SD, and skip the part where it asks to create a mount script. Then you can access apps and convert them into system apps. You will need to restart the phone when you convert the app for proper functioning.
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Still can't convert whatsapp..
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WhatsApp can be moved to SD card by making External memory as default memory.
If you don't know ,here's how we do :
-->Install SDK and USB drivers
-->Connect your phone,be sure USB debugging is turned on. Go to Settings -> Applications -> Development and enable USB debugging.
-->Start Command Promt : click Start, type “cmd” and press Enter
-->type cd "<sdk>\platform-tools" ;where <sdk> is the actual path of installed sdk.
-->Type these command in the window:
-->adb shell
-->pm set-install-location 2
-->Done!! You can now move WhatsApp and many other apps which previously you were not able to ..
afaik, there usually aren't any modules for apps...
Lennox Alexion said:
How to convert user apps to system apps? Many apps give fc because of some missing files. I would like to move whatsapp and maps to system to get some free internal memory.
How can I add more apps into system while porting a Rom, what all libraries and permissions do I need to take care of?
I already tried /system/mover and similar apps. While manually moving whatsapp I couldn't find library files
Thanks in advance!
Sent from my HTC Explorer A310e
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Other than the apps that you flash as Gapps, all other apps (which you mainly install from play store) are *.apk files which can be found in /data/app. You can make it as a system app, by just moving it into /system/app using any root file manager...
*This doesn't apply while porting a ROM... because, the apps already present in /system/app of a ROM usually have their own libraries... Use the guidance of a good "port"er.
Hi all .
Is there any way start game again from new level without factory rest.
I have tried With uninstall game and reinstall it but it showing same level progress .
I have rooted phone. Srry for bad english Thanks
bbek said:
Hi all .
Is there any way start game again from new level without factory rest.
I have tried With uninstall game and reinstall it but it showing same level progress .
I have rooted phone. Srry for bad english Thanks
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You need to uninstall the app, delete the app's folder from /data/data, delete any traces of the app from your external sdcard, and then reboot. The app will be totally gone.
After that, re-install and enjoy!
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You need to uninstall the app, delete the app's folder from /data/data, delete any traces of the app from your external sdcard, and then reboot. The app will be totally gone.
After that, re-install and enjoy!
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Thanks buddy before uninstall app i can find that app folder on data/data but when i uninstall app i cant find that app foldet on data/data. Any idea actually Which folder need to delete because. There are so many folders. Thanks
bbek said:
Thanks buddy before uninstall app i can find that app folder on data/data but when i uninstall app i cant find that app foldet on data/data. Any idea actually Which folder need to delete because. There are so many folders. Thanks
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The folder name should match up with the package name. To find that, go to /data/app and locate the game's .apk file in that directory. Write down or memorize the exact name of the .apk file. Then, go back to /data/data, and look for the folder with the same name as what you wrote down. When you find that, make sure it is gone after you uninstall the app.
Then, you need to clear your SD card of all data traces from the game. This can be found with a little exploration.
Hi guys! I have an Xperia Z3 D6633 running on official Android version 6.0.1 with build number 23.5.a.1.291 rooted.My problem is that almost 5.0 GB of my internal storage is consumed by ".thumbnails" folder which I want to delete. I have searched some solutions and found out that normally people get some free space till these files reappear and in the mean time they can make this space useful but the case is different here. I have tried to delete this folder and all the containing files but even though the folder disappears for some time, I still don't get any free space even for a short time and the files start to reappear after some time. I don't have any Gallery other than the Album app and as it cannot be deleted, I have tried disabling but the problem still remains. I have also tried creating a new folder with the same name but the system would rename it to ".thumbnails 1" and another folder with the name ".thumbnails" would reappear . I had the same problem also with Lollipop on this device. I use FILE KOMMANDER, it is the system app.
Any help is highly appreciated.
Try MiXplorer from XDA (file commander isnt so good) then delete the .thumbs folder
Try Ccleaner from play store
Try SD Maid from play store
Try clearing data from Settings - apps - Media Storage (all your media will appear to be gone. It is still there but the phone wont see it until you reboot / download and run Media.re.scan from play store)
I wouldn't really know what else to suggest other than a clean install of your ROM even if it is stock as this seems like a bug
Ehab alz said:
Hi guys! I have an Xperia Z3 D6633 running on official Android version 6.0.1 with build number 23.5.a.1.291 rooted.My problem is that almost 5.0 GB of my internal storage is consumed by ".thumbnails" folder which I want to delete. I have searched some solutions and found out that normally people get some free space till these files reappear and in the mean time they can make this space useful but the case is different here. I have tried to delete this folder and all the containing files but even though the folder disappears for some time, I still don't get any free space even for a short time and the files start to reappear after some time. I don't have any Gallery other than the Album app and as it cannot be deleted, I have tried disabling but the problem still remains. I have also tried creating a new folder with the same name but the system would rename it to ".thumbnails 1" and another folder with the name ".thumbnails" would reappear . I had the same problem also with Lollipop on this device. I use FILE KOMMANDER, it is the system app.
Any help is highly appreciated.
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thumbnails folder store preview for all of your photos that you see on your gallery app (taken w camera or from whatsapp), if you want a smaller folder, transfer some pics to your pc or go cloud with google photos
xkeita said:
thumbnails folder store preview for all of your photos that you see on your gallery app (taken w camera or from whatsapp), if you want a smaller folder, transfer some pics to your pc or go cloud with google photos
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no i want it removed not reduced size
Ehab alz said:
no i want it removed not reduced size
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FYI .thumbnails folder will always exist to make android media work properly, easiest method is delete those folder (.thumbnails) then create file named .thumbnails
In my case I'm using es file explorer, best file manager ever for me
You should accept all consequences, app that using photo preview from Android Media will not show or buggy (ie. Instagram, Facebook)
ryandxter said:
FYI .thumbnails folder will always exist to make android media work properly, easiest method is delete those folder (.thumbnails) then create file named .thumbnails
In my case I'm using es file explorer, best file manager ever for me
You should accept all consequences, app that using photo preview from Android Media will not show or buggy (ie. Instagram, Facebook)
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i tried that already(with es file explorer)and nothing happend and the 5 GB sill occupied!!