Hello. My Xperia L's internal storage seems to be full, yet it is not. In the settings>storage menu, the phone indicates that my photos and videos take up 2 Gb of space. In reality, I just have a couple of gifs and some photos, not exceeding 20 Mb all together. Any non-root solutions to this problem?
you can clear cache to cover up some space, and maybe you should take a look on /sdcard/DCIM/.thumbnails folder, you'll find a (or two) file(s) beginning with .thumbdata3. This file can grow up to enormous size. You can safely delete this file, and to prevent this file coming up again, you can simply make a folder here and rename it with exactly same as the filename
adjidorporah said:
you can clear cache to cover up some space, and maybe you should take a look on /sdcard/DCIM/.thumbnails folder, you'll find a (or two) file(s) beginning with .thumbdata3. This file can grow up to enormous size. You can safely delete this file, and to prevent this file coming up again, you can simply make a folder here and rename it with exactly same as the filename
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Hello.
These confused.
The Xperia L has its partitioned internal memory:
(System) (Data) (Sdcard0)
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Then ...
Dcard0: the internal user memory (photos, music, downloads, application data)
System: As the name suggests is where all the system information is stored.
Data: By default applications are installed and the user data and cache all applications are saved.
That said it should be clear that when reports are running out of memory, which tells us is that the (Data) Memory is reaching its limit.
The stock version of Xperia L is not possible movements of applications to external memory so without being root that has no solution.
Do not forget to thank if I can help you was helpful.
Send from my Xperia L using XDA Premiun HD.
MrMojoRisin5 said:
Thank you very much!!!
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why don't you just press thanks button instead typing it?
that'll be appreciated
thx
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Hi!
I've got a problem with my HTC Desire.
Today I've found a new upgrade for my phone. I've downloaded it but when it tries to install the upgrade, it say that there isn't enough space in the memory's phone.
So I moved all the apps on the SD, but is still not enough.
How can I free some memory? I could delete the cache of the older upgrade or something else?
Or there's an app to check which app is still on the phone but I could move them on the SD?
Please, help me!
Do you have pictures and videos? If so, check if they are on the SD card and not on your internal memory. Cleaning your cache helps, and try deleting your text messages threads.
on a Samsung Galaxy S.
geronco said:
Do you have pictures and videos? If so, check if they are on the SD card and not on your internal memory. Cleaning your cache helps, and try deleting your text messages threads.
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I've already moved all my photo on the SD card and I removed all the useless text messages... but how can I clean my cache?
I was looking for some app, but I found only apps that requires root, and I don't want to root my phone.
Thank you!
I can't believe I have to make an hard reset to install an upgrade!!
It's crazy!
GUYS I have two question
I will really appreciate it if you answered it ......
Q1:IF I already have android how can I upgrade my MALGDR from 1.1 to 1.3?
Q2:what is the best NAND rom for HTC HD2?
thanks for spending your time reading my Message
Not enough free space
I have a Samsung Captivate. I do not have Root Explorer. My phone has been rooted. I have Super Manager. I wanted to change a parameter in the settings.db file. I was able to do that on my desktop. I want to swap this new file with the old Settings.db file. The dbdata directory does not show up on my desktop. So I have tried to cut and paste the changed file which resides in the sdcard folder. So I need to go from that folder to where the orig Settings.db file resided. When I get to the point of pasting I get an error saying that I don't have enough free space. This file is only 57KB and I have roughly 12 GB of free space on SD card. 3.7GB internally. Any ideas how to correct the error.
Note: I don't have "Root Explorer" because I do not want to give Google Checkout access to my bank.
Got my Huawei Shine U8836D / Ascend G500 Pro and installed customs rom created by bgcngm - Recognized Developer. The customs rom created by him is excellent and out of the world. How can the system/app space can be increased to 500mb plus. I don't prefer to link to SD card with A2SD apk, prefer to have a real/permanent storage space increase.
Solution to my problem will be really appreciated.
akkhyd said:
How can the system/app space can be increased to 500mb plus. I don't prefer to link to SD card with A2SD apk, prefer to have a real/permanent storage space increase.
Solution to my problem will be really appreciated.
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Y do u want 500mb in the system/app?
There is no use of it unless u wanna have apps at system level.
And I believe only 500mb is allotted for /system folder ( may be more on different phones)
If you move apps to SD, it will give you more space on internal memory. Not on /system.
To get space in /system, delete any bloatware and stuff from there. (be careful while deleting, if you delete an essential one, the consequences will be bad)
LIFE! IT'S WHAT YOU MAKE OUT OF IT!
Thanks
Thanks a lot for your quick reply. I prefer to place some of the required apk in system, so that it stays even after factory reset.
akkhyd said:
Thanks a lot for your quick reply. I prefer to place some of the required apk in system, so that it stays even after factory reset.
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andord's internal memory's partition is fixed; i mean the amount reserved for system and memory part can not be changed even if you delete some system apps...
the only thing you can do is, deleting some system files which are safe to delete, and use that place to insert your apk's...
System space
Lifehacker7 said:
Y do u want 500mb in the system/app?
There is no use of it unless u wanna have apps at system level.
And I believe only 500mb is allotted for /system folder ( may be more on different phones)
If you move apps to SD, it will give you more space on internal memory. Not on /system.
To get space in /system, delete any bloatware and stuff from there. (be careful while deleting, if you delete an essential one, the consequences will be bad)
LIFE! IT'S WHAT YOU MAKE OUT OF IT!
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Thanks for the reply. I prefer to have more space in system.
In this article I will be describing the usage of Link2SD most effectively for android devices running 2.2 or higher or Custom ROMs.
[Note: Your Device MUST be Rooted and have Link2SD installed with a partitioned SD Card. If not Rooted, you may visit my page on Rooting and Partitioning using the link.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=37849627#post37849627
Rooting and Partitioning is Universal and can be done almost all the Android Devices using the same way but by using only the right update.zip meant for the particular Device.
Have you installed Link2SD after doing partition, but still are not able to free up enough space? The reason for this problem is that even after you link the application to SD, some portion of the app, remains on the Internal Memory. These files are called DEX files which occupy space in the Dalvik cache of the Internal Memory.
In this Guide I will be teaching you how to move most of the portion of the Application to the SD Card.
There are basically two types of apps. First those which phone memory only, i.e. can’t be moved to external storage without using third party applications. Such as WhatsApp, widgets, Anti-Viruses etc. To move these apps, Simply Select the app and Create Link. Then tick all the three options of Link Apk file, Link Dalvik-Cache files and Link Lib files. Now these apps will be moved to the partitioned storage without affecting their working. (Only a small portion may remain on the Internal memory which cannot be moved and is necessary for the proper working of app.)
The second category is of the apps which can be moved to SD. But Sometimes the problem with these applications is that not the whole part of the Application is stored on the SD card. Some portion remains on the internal storage which maybe annoying because even after Linking these apps nothing happens, instead they occupy even more space on the internal memory.
Now let us begin with the procedure.
1. Install Link2SD.
2. Open Link to SD. Filter the apps which are on Phone Memory only.
3. Select them all and Link them to SD using Create Link. Remember to tick all the 3 options- Link apk files, Link Dalvik (DEX) files & Link Lib files before creating the Link. This should free a lot of space.
4. Now Filter the apps on SD cards. Sort them in the order of Dex Size
5. You will find the culprit apps accused of stealing your precious internal storage.
6. The Dex Size indicates the size the app has been occupying on the internal storage.
7. Now Multi-Select the apps (5-10 at a time, because the whole apps will be moved to internal memory first before being transferred to the SD Card.), Select Actions -> Create Link. Select only Link Dalvik-cache files.
8. First the applications will be moved to SD, then Linked. It will take a minute or so.
9. After they are linked, It will take some time before it shows free internal storage.
10. Similarly do the same for all the other apps which acquire considerable amount of space.
By this method, you will get a lot of free space.
Want to free up even more?
Almost all the devices come with pre-installed Bloat ware, i.e. programs that are hardly use but occupy unnecessary space on the phone memory. Moving them to SD is a good option.
IMPORTANT: Do not uninstall or move system apps which are important for proper functioning of the system. You may end up damaging your device. It is recommended to make a backup of Current ROM using CWM.
The following system apps have been removed by me which do not cause any instability to the system but free up a lot of space.
1. Quickoffice
2. Email
3 Google Maps
If you use these apps, you may consider another option, i.e. converting these apps to user apps. This won’t affect in the functioning of the programs.
1. Select the app in Link2SD.
2. From options, select convert to user app.
3. Now the app will be moved to SD card but will occupy space on internal Memory.
4. Follow the above instructions of Link Dalvik-Cache and moving to SD using App2SD.
5. You are done! You must have freed a lot of space. Now you may start installing New Apps without giving a thought about your internal storage!
You can also free some more space( if occupied) by the following Methods:
1. Clearing the App Cache using App2SD or Link2SD.
2. Clearing the Dalvik-Cache using Link2SD. Link2SD->Options->more->Clear Dalvik Cache.
HIT THANKS IF MY POST HELPED YOU
Remember: Some apps may stop functioning or may Force Close. To fix this problem Re-install the app using Link2SD. :good::highfive:
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Actually, this procedure filled my internal storage not freed it :/
Mahmoud Ezzat said:
Actually, this procedure filled my internal storage not freed it :/
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Yeah! I can see why.
You must have done something wrong. Follow the procedure correctly.
I did
zaeemsheikh said:
Yeah! I can see why.
You must have done something wrong. Follow the procedure correctly.
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I'm sure I did follow it correctly, I also rebooted to clear any cached fake storage, but it didn't do me any good.
Thanks anyway.
Mahmoud Ezzat said:
I'm sure I did follow it correctly, I also rebooted to clear any cached fake storage, but it didn't do me any good.
Thanks anyway.
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I've noticed that moving via apps2sd uses internal for dex and libs, they have to be linked in order to save space.
Go to linked, multiselect and choose create links.I have to do this lately after every reboot as it leaves some files unlinked and some uninstalled alltogether!.
I got problem after move installed apps when i create link for it. The apps cannot open and when i remove link, the apps still can't open.
Please find the solution for it.
data to sd?
is it possible to link data to sd? i can't install anything else on my phone because the data partition is full.
yudroid said:
is it possible to link data to sd? i can't install anything else on my phone because the data partition is full.
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Link those huge data files? Yes you can. Use directory bind / folder mount.
Paradox ST21i
Thanks. I followed the steps but unfortunately the apps still occupy space on the internal memory. e.g. I have 3 apps -
1. Google Play services
2. Titanium backup
3. Maps
After creating a link, these apps still show up on internal memory using 12.25 MB, 12.92MB and 8.28 MB memory respectively. No effect at all. I have followed the exact steps. If i move them to SD card, it frees up some space but i believe that is not what is recommended?
Need someone's help to fix it. I have searched internet and they all talk about the same steps but does not seems to work. My phone is samsung ace S5830.
angarg said:
Thanks. I followed the steps but unfortunately the apps still occupy space on the internal memory. e.g. I have 3 apps -
1. Google Play services
2. Titanium backup
3. Maps
After creating a link, these apps still show up on internal memory using 12.25 MB, 12.92MB and 8.28 MB memory respectively. No effect at all. I have followed the exact steps. If i move them to SD card, it frees up some space but i believe that is not what is recommended?
Need someone's help to fix it. I have searched internet and they all talk about the same steps but does not seems to work. My phone is samsung ace S5830.
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with titanium integrate them in system memory
apk stays on phone memory
I've observed if I link only the Dex files, the apks stay on the internal memory instead of sd card. I could find them in /data/apk folder. Is this normal, or am I doing something wrong? :fingers-crossed: :silly:
I have rooted my Micromax A 57 and installed custom ROM, the system is working fine, but the only issue is that, I am unable to download apps from Playstore as my cache memory shows only 15% free, I tried link2sd with extended partition, but am unable to clear the cache, before rooting it was something 90% free.
Can some one help me out
Thanks & Regards
Nilesh
Yes it works
it freed my phone from 68 to 258
awesome
Truly awesome idea zaeem
Moving the dex files work.
And if using backup sw, kindly uncheck the auto link option from link2sd. As manually moving frees more space
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using Tapatalk
Link2SD Method & Problem Fixes
I've tried this method twice. I've got it working somewhat.
For the guy who said it took up his space, you've got to go into Link2SD & set the path correctly to your EXT4 2nd SD card partition. For example mine was '/storage/sdext2' for the EXT4 partiton and '/storage/extSDCard' for the fat32/exfat or whatever.
It will move some apps, but my problem is this. When I try to move "System Apps" or even some regular apps like SoundForge that said unmovable for some reason. It would disappear on reboot. I did the "Create/re-create bootup scripts" the "quick reboot user interface" all that. Out of almost 200 apps it said only 42 were moveable...they'll all show up but the whole purpose is to remove bloatware & stuff too that you may still want to use sometime via ur SD cards 2nd EXT4 partition.
After flashing a new ROM on my Note 2 SGH-T889 I was told to erase my partitions & re-partition. I've tried that still with no luck. I still can't move apps like "SoundForge" listed as unmovable without it disappearing on Reboot.
I've set SuperSU to allow su/root on boot. It mounts the ext4 correctly, still can't for the life of me get it working fully. I'm using the Ditto DN3 Hybrid S5/Note 3 ROM.
Do you guys know if maybe I have to install another Kernel or something for this to work?
I haven't found a solution to get the apps to stop disappearing on Reboot yet. Any help would be great on that note!!!
Thanks guys, & good luck!
khayjake/kminor
I'm getting "Android is upgrading: Optimizing apps X of X" when I link, everytime it boots. What should I do to avoid this?
link2sd problem
I have phone Micromax A116 after installing link2sd and creating 2nd partition of ext2 and i am trying to create link it shows remove link even though i have not created link
Some apps just stop responding after I linked it to SD Card, any guide to fix it? @zaeemsheikh
thesims2customs said:
Some apps just stop responding after I linked it to SD Card, any guide to fix it? @zaeemsheikh
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Try playing with the combination of what you link.
In my case, unlinking internal data (or just linking internal data) solved the issue.
This is a guide to help you solve all problems related to Xperia L memory which includes internal, external SD card and RAM.
THIS IS NOOB PROOF GUIDE. EVERYTHING HAS BEEN TESTED BY ME AND IT WORKS PERFECTLY FINE.
USE THIS GUIDE ON YOUR OWN RISK. I WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE
In this guide I will show you how to install many games on your Xperia without really swapping your internal and external memory. Also, I will help you regain your lost memory in case if it doesnot add up to your total. Further, if you think you havenot got much on your phone but still a lot of space is hogged by unknown files. All will be done using your phone and thus requires NO PROGRAMMING OR EDITING ANY FILES OF YOUR PHONE.
ROOT IS MANDATORY FOR THIS TO WORK
Only selected files might work partially thus root is recommended. UNLOCKED BOOTLOADER is not required.
HOW TO ROOT YOUR XPERIA
ishanbhatnagr96 said:
1. Use motochopper to root.
2. Push SU to /system in SU-> Settings -> Push SU to /system.
3. DONE
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Motochopper Download Link :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2004316&d=1369929448
Credits :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=42119438
RECOMMENDED
An Xperia L
An SD card of atleast 16gb
Some skills to work on intructions
Rooted recommended
RECOMMENDED APPLICATIONS:
SD MAID
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.thedarken.sdm&hl=en
FOLDER MOUNT
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.devasque.fmount&hl=en
ADVANCED TASK KILLER
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rechild.advancedtaskkiller
TITANIUM BACKUP
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.keramidas.TitaniumBackup&hl=en
ES FILE EXPLORER
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.estrongs.android.pop
GREENIFY
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.oasisfeng.greenify&hl=en
CONTENTS
INSTRUCTIONS
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=46772007&postcount=2
HOW TO KEEP RAM CLEAN AND KEEP YOUR PHONE BUTTER SMOOTH :
Having troubles with slow Xperia L. Want to make your xperia L faster.
READ POST 3
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=46772035&postcount=3
HOW TO SWAP EXTERNAL MEMORY & INSTALL AS MANY GAMELOFT GAMES AS YOU WANT
Many of you are having problems installing many games in your internal memory and can only utilise 4 gb of your memory. This means only 3 gameloft games. Thus I will briefly help you with memory issues related to Xperia L.
READ POST 4
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=46772433&postcount=4
INTERNAL MEMORY PROBLEMS
Internal memory not adding up? Unknown files hogging your space.
READ POST 5
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=46772454&postcount=5
WARNINGS, RECOMMENDATIONS
READ POST 6
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=46772464&postcount=6
MODS COMING SOON
INSTRUCTIONS
The phone MUST be fully rooted and all the recommended applications isntalled. They can be easily found on the Google Play. Links are provided for reference. In this guide I have used all the PRO (paid) applications. The Free versions will do fine but It is expected that some options are disabled in the free version. Google is your friend
After installing all these applications with your phone rooted, follow next posts
Game Installed and free space
ADVANCED TASK KILLER
Advanced task manager is used to kill tasks running in the background.
Add advanced task killer widget to your home screen. Every time you need to kill background applications, just tap it once. This way all the applications in the background are periodically killed and thus, more RAM is available to your system and thus increased performance.
GREENIFY[ROOT]:
This application/system basically looks for applications running in the background. These background processes might slow down system. Furthermore, these increase the battery usage and reduce battery time. Greenify detects the background applications and hibernates them. This not only speeds up the phone but also saves battery.
SICK OF BLOATWARE? TITANIUM BACKUP [ROOT]
Titanium backup is used for backing up your applications and system files. This can also DELETE applications from your ROM permenantly.
I recommend you make a backup with Titanium backup before uninstalling the files. REMEMBER, IF YOU UNINSTALL A SYSTEM FILE, YOU WILL NEED TO REFLASH YOUR ROM and you will end up in BOOTLOOP.
I will paste a screenshot to tell you which applications can be deleted easily.
OTHER SETTINGS :
Go to your settings>developers tools> background limit> use as less as you want. THIS WILL INCREASE USER EXPERIENCE
This one is very easy. Install Folder Mount and it will do the rest. Remember with free version, you can only mount 3 folders. The application is frequently updated and it has great support for Xperia L.
Basically this application creates a link folder in your SD card which is detected by games automatically once fully setup. It also moves your files into your SD card and this saves your EXTERNAL MEMORY FULLY. You can install as many games or applications and link them to your SD card. Its that simple.
Use App analyzer option to mount folders. Manual folder mounts are not recommended!
Go to app analyzer>Select Game> Creat pair(s)>Move files as well> Mounted
SCREENSHOTS :
This can be managed by SD MAID and TITANIUM BACKUP.
With SD Maid, you can free a lot of space. It has many cool features. I use the Corpse finder and System cleaner. You may also try appcleaner if you like.
Go to CORPSE FINDER>FIND FILES>DELETE ALL FILES. It will take some time looking for files.
SYSTEMCLEANER>FIND FILES>DELETE ALL FILES. It will take some time looking for files.
TITANIUM BACKUP IS USED TO RELOCATE THE MEMORY THAT IS MISSING.
Titanium backup> MENU > clean up the dalvik cache
This will also give you back some INTERNAL MEMORY BACK WHICH MIGHT BE LOST.
PICTURES AFTER REMOVED BLOATWARE :
DO NOT UNINSTALL ANY SYSTEM APPLICATION. Applications like facebook, office, and other missing applications can be uninstalled.
Clear dalvik cache after deleting bloatware
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WOW ,, Seems to be a great post
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WOW ,, Seems to be a great post
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Give your feedback now. Although it still needs some polishing and I need to add more details
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heyy...!!!
am still having the problem of low memory even after deleting the files...like thumbnails and lost.dir
mukeshreddy said:
am still having the problem of low memory even after deleting the files...like thumbnails and lost.dir
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Are you rooted ? Have you tried everthing as I mentioned ? This must clear all your space being hogged unnecessarily.
Try installing this app as well, It would help you do wonders too.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.qihoo.cleandroid&hl=en
And provide more information or else it's extremely hard to know what exactly is troubling you!
I have rom with swapped SD and local memory. I have fast, stable big[32gig] memory card. I have free space on each visible partition.
Is there any quantity limit of applications installed on the Android phones?
When I remove one app I can install another instead of that previous, if not I am getting errors about 'insufficient storage'
The size of removing apps doesnt mattrer - I have tried to delete big games and I cant install more than one small app.
Please let me know what should I check. Maybe I have overloaded any hidden partition?
thank you
xysen0 said:
I have rom with swapped SD and local memory. I have fast, stable big[32gig] memory card. I have free space on each visible partition.
Is there any quantity limit of applications installed on the Android phones?
When I remove one app I can install another instead of that previous, if not I am getting errors about 'insufficient storage'
The size of removing apps doesnt mattrer - I have tried to delete big games and I cant install more than one small app.
Please let me know what should I check. Maybe I have overloaded any hidden partition?
thank you
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Partition for Google Play download data, kinda impossible to locate via stock file manager. Even my fresh Galaxy V (4GB) had this prob.
You may explore the whole storage module via root explorer or somewhat, or tweak the ROM to download any data to SD card.