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Droid Explorer - 0.8.7.0 [7/13/2010] - The Gibson

Droid Explorer is the #1 Open Source Android device manager for Rooted devices.
Device Requirements
Rooted Android Device with busybox
Guide to installing busybox on the Droid
PC Requirements
Windows (looking for a developer to help create UI for mono)
.NET Framework 3.5 SP1
Some plugins require Java Runtime Environment and Java Web Start
Confirmed Devices
All Devices have been rooted and busybox installed
HTC Dream / G1 / ADP1
HTC Sapphire / Magic / MyTouch 3G / ADP2 / Ion
HTC Hero / G2 / CDMA Hero
Google Nexus One
Motorola DROID
Samsung Galaxy / i7500
Acer Liquid
HTC EVO
Features
Includes the required windows USB drivers - you will be prompted to install the drivers during installation if running vista/7
Auto setup of Android SDK tools and drivers during install
Use an existing Android SDK if you already have one set up
Multiple Device Support
No need to mount SD card to access files
Copy any file on the device to PC
Copy files to clipboard
Copy update to device and auto-apply
Drag & Drop copying from Explorer to Droid Explorer
Auto detection of connected/disconnected device
Open files on PC
Plugin Framework
Application Manager
Right Click APK to install/uninstall
Take screen shots of device (landscape & portrait)
Open right from "My Computer" (a lot like how WinMobile is with active sync)
SQLite Manager Plugin
Uses System Icons for files displayed in explorer
Familiar Explorer like UI, including an Explorer like location bar
Android Screencast plugin
Install/Uninstall APK files right from explorer
Standalone plugin runner
Window 7 JumpLists for plugins
DesktopSMS plugin - Send SMS messages from your desktop
Service can be controlled now from the options dialog (can create the service if you do not use the installer)
Backup plugin for the "Bare Bones" Roms
Run shell scripts on the device by double clicking them
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
I'd like any thoughts you may have for other features to add to Droid Explorer. Report bugs or request features here or on the project issue tracker.
Web Installer (x86)
Requires internet connection to download android sdk tools
x86 Serivce will not work on x64 OS
Web Installer (x64)
Requires internet connection to download android sdk tools
Use this install if running a 64 bit OS
Standalone Installer (x86)
Does not require internet connection. Larger download.
Standalone Installer (x64)
Does not require internet connection. Larger download.
Use this install if running a 64 bit OS
Older Releases
Source Code Available at CodePlex

Change log 0.8.7.0
Can now use existing SDK instead of the "trimmed" version
Settings stored in the registry now check both Local Machine and Current User
Lots of other little fixes
Change log 0.8.6.0
fixed missing file in the standalone installer
added check for minimum .net framework version in to bootstrapper (v3.5sp1)
increased the service start/stop timeout in the bootstrapper from 30 seconds to 60 seconds
removed initial strings from download panel labels of bootstrapper
htc desire / bravo icon added for attached devices - thanks to beadza for identifying the device
added ability to only install the SDK Tools by running install with /sdk switch
sdk install mode checks if DE is installed, if not, it switches to full install mode
bart plugin now also checks the sd-ext mount point for the license.
added the sd-ext app paths as valid application paths
added sd-ext app paths to the application backup plugin
removed anda.pk plugin as the site is dead.
screencast plugin changed to pull the jnlp file directly from the trunk of the project. If there
is an error, it falls back to a "local" file
fixed issues with spaces in folder names
motorola backflip icon added for attached devices - thanks to zibiza for identifying the device
new screenshot app that handles all resolutions. Uses new methods to get the framebuffer data
adjusted the RGB565 class to better handle other devices for screenshots
started to implement communicating with adb over TCP like ddms does.
acer liquid icon added for attached devices - thanks to fyodor0218 for identifying the device
started working on the ability to use existing sdk (not yet an option, but soon)
Change log 0.8.5.1
Fixed typo in the final step when uninstalling
Fixed x64 issues for windows 7 x64 - still broke on Vista x64 & XP x64 (sorry people, i'm still working on it!)
Default button for bootstrapper changed to the "next" button instead of cancel
added incredible icon for attached devices
added nexus one icon for attached devices
added galaxy S (gt-i9000) icon for attached devices
added acer liquid icon for attached devices
updated the samsung moment icon
added a new "open" version of the moment - rename in the assets directory to "moment.ico" to use.
Change log 0.8.5.0
android screen cast updated to load the lastest build from the trunk
changed publish to use skydrive share instead of the api from the msbuild tasks
added platform tools 2.2
added sdk tools r6
updated repository.xml
added help video link when the device cannot be found
attempting to fix the registry read issues with XP SP3 x64 and Vista x64
removed the "fade out" of the expandos from the treeview to remove the flicker
fixed the issue with opening offscreen
fixed workitem:10275, changed "Close" to "Finish" in the description of the final step of installer
fixed the "hanging" of trying to delete a file. added the '-f' switch to never prompt.
Change log 0.8.4.3
Fixed the install / start up issues caused by the platform tools having a typo in the file name
Change log 0.8.4.0
Fixed issue with cyanogen 4.2.14.x
fixed issue with bart manager plugin license (sorry for the delay)
added 2.1 r1 platform tools
added usb drivers r3 - adds support for nexus one
fixed issue with install plugin crashing if application is already installed.
Change log 0.8.3.0
Fixed bug with device not identifying recovery mode
Display QR code to purchase bart manager if license not found.
mount partitions in recovery mode to find bart manager license
bart manager now attaches to process to output the info
another attempt to set as root when starting for non-adp devices
There is a known bug with droid explorer detecting a device already "connected" going in to recovery mode.
Flash recovery now works in any mode, not just recovery
bart manager license now available for purchase on market.
Change log 0.8.2.3
Drivers removed for windows XP until XP issue with the drivers can be resolved.
added device icon for the nexus one / passion
Code setup to allow some plugins to be purchased.
The .net 3.5 check has been removed for the time being until a better solution can be implemented.
build published via [url:MSBuild Deployment Tasks|http://mdt.codeplex.com]
some bugs fixed here and there
What happened to 0.8.2.2? - Windows locked the directory when I was building that version so it failed and I couldn't delete it to rebuild so I skipped it.
Change log 0.8.2.1
Fixed install issues with 0.8.2.0 - should install for x86 and x64
Change log 0.8.2.0
created a WiX custom action library for checking for the android usb drivers
install logging is now merged in to one file and off by default. use /l[og] to turn on logging
tools will always be downloaded/extracted during install. This lets the tool update to newer tools if needed
fixed delete file when the file name has a space in the file name.
sdk tools upgraded to r4
fixed bug in uninstall if the service did not exist on the machine
should now successfully check for the android usb drivers and install them if revision 2 is not installed.
remember location of "open file dialog"
added code that should check for .net 3.5 sp1 before "crashing" for not having it installed.
added check that the user is installing the correct version (x86 or x64) for their system
Change log 0.8.1.0
added a splash screen so the user is aware that the app is running right away
.NET Framework 3.5 SP1 check added to installer.
apk shell extension now uses the path stored in the registry for the tools.
added logging to the install process
kill all adb processes before attempting to cleanup the sdk path during install.
apk seems to not be working, still debuging the issues. it will be back.
defined a platform constant to the project scripts, x86: PLATFORMX86, x64: PLATFORMX64, ia64: PLATFORMIA64
fixed bug with reading / writing to the registry in x64. now looks in HKLM\Software\WOW6432Node\
fatal errors are now caught and user given option to restart app, close app, or report bug
there is still a bug with installing the driver, the check isnt working so the driver still needs to be installed manually.
Change log 0.8.0.1
fixed installer issue where it crashed if you do not have a proxy set up
x64 installer has issues. - Tempory Fix - Will fixed in next release
Change log 0.8.0.0
added the r2 windows usb drivers, which add support for droid and other devices
added new checks for the drivers. Checks for dream/magic/sholes - these are the devices that google defines in the .inf file.
images moved to external resources library
changed the installer images to be more "custom"
removed need for droid explorer to require "run as administrator" - Yay!
the bootstrapper now handles starting the service. This makes sure the sdk is setup before it starts.
bootstrapper is self contained, the msi is an embedded resource and all referenced assemblies are ILMerged
repository file is hosed on the droid explorer google code site, it is based on the same one that google uses for the android sdk setup
the tools are also hosted on the google code site, this is so the download size is smaller, since all unused bits are removed.
A fully standalone version of install is also available. No need for internet access to install.
boot strapper support uninstall - setup.exe /uninstall
removed reference to the "common.shared" assembly.
added a properites dialog for folders/files
properties dialog shows security settings as well.
fixed icons in context menu for new folder/file
Change log 0.7.12.0
fixed the error that anda.pk plugin logs when it starts because it did not implement "Runnable"
shell extension for apk files so the apk icon displays in explorer - based on http://code.google.com/p/apkshellext/
seems there is a bug in some APKs that dont display their icon, nor do they display the default icon.
registers and unregisters the shell extension on install/uninstall
driver check now works better in the installer
removed some tools menu items that have been replaced by plugins
Installer now gives "options" on what features to install
changed default apk icon to be the "android package" icon
fixed bug with launching ddms and hierarchy viewer
fixed bug launching the google applications backup plugin
added methods to the core command runner to make a mount point read/write and readonly
added icon for the motorola droid
added icon for the samsung moment
added icon for the htc droid eris
Change log 0.7.11.0
USB Drivers installed - This is still in "alpha", should only install them if you need them. please report any issues. It doesn't actually install the drivers, it places them in the driver store, when the device is attached, and the new hardware wizard displays, selecting "automatically install (recommended)" should find the drivers automatically. This installs the 1.6 drivers.
fixed logcat not starting
created a new logcat console that colorizes the log entries
save the logcat output (minus the log level indicator (W/I/D/E/))
support for android screencast 0.2
Change log 0.7.10.1
Fixed crash on device going from connected to disconnected state
Change log 0.7.10.0
Sign Package plugin (signs zip file with test keys)
modified IPlugin to now have methods for creating the toolstrip button and menu items
DroidExplorer.Core.Plugin.PluginHeler added. Contain default static methods for creating the toolstrip button and menu
and.apk now a plugin instead part of "core"
started a contacts manager
started a tool to export facebook contacts from official application to android contacts
added "recovery" as device state.
now "attaches" while in recovery mode.
screenshot now works in recovery mode.
screenshot rotates the current image before refreshing when switching between landscape & portrait
flash recovery image now a plugin - only active when in recovery mode
some bug fixes that I don't remember the exact details on
Change log 0.7.9.0
new shell console enhanced
getprop wrapped to get device properties
explorer icon now attempts to load an icon of the device
- Known devices:
- Bahamas (Tattoo)
- GT-I7500 (Galaxy)
- Hero (G2/Hero)
- Sprint Hero (do not yet know what it identifies itself as in ro.product.device may just show normal hero)
- cliq (need to verify what ro.product.device returns)
- Saphire (MyTouch3G/ION/Magic)
- Dream (G1/ADP1)
- Pulse (need to verify what ro.product.device returns)
- Zii Egg (need to verify what ro.product.device returns)
Device properties viewable in options->environment->known devices->[device-serial]->properties (only when device is connected)
fixed bug with screenshot image being landscape but window portrait.
fixed bug with large icons not always showing the right icon
Change log 0.7.8.0
Desktop SMS now launched from officially signed jar file
Plugin tool strip disabled / enabled when device disconnected / connected
SymLinks and Directories can now also be renamed
F2 starts file/link/directory rename
Executable files now run if double clicked (open from context menu)
Shell Console (could still be buggy so the normal shell window is still available)
double clicking sh scripts run them
plugins that are registered as a file type handler will show up in the right click menu for the file
Change log 0.7.7.0
Renaming of files (folders and links coming)
Google Application Backup (GAB) plugin added
GAB supports HTC's ADB1 update packages (containing system.img), pulling from the device or from normal update.zip
Screen shot plugin supports portrait & landscape modes (use button or right click image)
Screen shot threaded so it doesn't "hang"
Change log 0.7.6.0
Fixed screen shot plugin from opening off screen if droid explorer is maximized or positioned on the right of the screen.
Check for the USB Driver version and download the tool set based on that. If you select the sdk yourself, you must select the correct tools yourself.
USB Driver Version info available in Options->Environment->Android SDK
Speed up of navigating to different directory. Reduced the number of LS calls that are made to build the tree and listview
Change log 0.7.5.0
Fixed plugins executing when loading within Runner
Fixed bug with additional plugin getting the same changed values as other plugin.
Change the SDK path from the Options dialog (requires restart of application)
Fixed bug with apk's not displaying.
Fixed Batch Installer not "showing"
provided a way to manually install, start and stop the droid explorer service - for non-installer users
added ability to save debug output to a file
moved debug window filter buttons to the right
debug window will display below DE if there is room, otherwise, it will display at the top of the screen
added plugin to launch DesktopSMS. Requires the DesktopSMS Server APK be installed on the device - Currently usinging a signed jar by me, hopefully the developer will sign his version.
can now copy symlinks files to clipboard
Change log 0.7.4.0
Changed the SdkInstallDialog to use a WebRequest instead of the WebClient. Hopefully this will help some peoples issues...
Window settings are now saved and reloaded.
Remembers the folder view state (large icon, details, etc)
added --color=never to directory listing command. this should fix the issue people with Heros are having
moved the options dialog tree config to its own file, as it really isnt configured by the user.
added batch installer plugin (alpha) that can install/uninstall multiple apk's at one time.
added logging info for droid explorer. (saved in %USERAPPDATA%\DroidExplorer\logs)
it should also handle "unhandled" errors better
wired up Tools menu items
Added property to indicate if a plugin can be ran by the Runner
Jumplist items added for runnable plugins
Change log 0.7.3.0
app.manifest added to projects. requestedExecutionLevel = requireAdministrator. This means in Vista/Win7 it will prompt w/ UAC. I can not get around this at this time.
this is because in order for the service to use the same settings as the application, i need to save them in the install directory.
The sdk tools, if downloaded, is no longer stored in the user directory, it is stored in the install directory, see above for the reason.
Known devices moved back to HKLM for the same reasons above.
New Options form added.
Device manager now part of options dialog
plugins can now reside in any directory as long as it is added to the plugins settings
plugins can now be enabled or disabled from the options dialog
Service is now working because of the requireAdministrator change.
DroidExplorer.Runner added - a tool that can execute a plugin; usage: DroidExplorer.Runner.exe /type=Full.Plugin.Class.Name,Plugin.Assembly.Nam/any /additional /args
if the type argument is not specified, then it will display a plugin selection dialog.
Installer plugin. This is launched by the runner when an APK file is opened in Explorer.
Registry settings to register .apk files to open with DroidExplorer.Runner /Installer (create with MSI installer)
.apk files can be installed by double clicking them or by right clicking and selecting "Install"
.apk files can be uninstalled by right clicking and selecting "Uninstall"
the initial device selection dialog is only required if more then 1 device is connected.
If you have set up to use the SDK tools by downloading the tools and put them in your user application data directory, when launched, it will prompt you to re-setup the tools. They are not stored in the user directory because the Service can not access that directory.
Just realized the bug with the device name not showing in the titlebar/addressbar. This is already fixed and will be in the next release.

Future Features you will see in Droid Explorer
Complete integration with the Managed Android Debug Bridge. R
Root will not be needed, at least for copy file operations. Things like flashing recovery, and deleting from /system will still require root.
Busybox dependency will be dropped.
SQLite Database Manager to replace the feature lacking plugin that exists now.
Faster navigation when changing directories
What features do you want to see?

[OFFICIAL][TOOL][WINDOWS] ADB, Fastboot and Drivers - 15 seconds ADB Installer v1.4.3

15 seconds ADB Installer v1.4.3
ADB, Fastboot and Drivers
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
​What is this?
This is All-in-One installer for 3 most needed PC tools for Android. No need to download big SDK for 3 small things. I originaly made it for my Kurdish friend AnGrY DuDe in early 2013. I saw another ADB installer on XDA, but it wasn't good enough for me so i'm finaly posting it here. It's very small and fast installer for tools and drivers.
Features:
Small - 9.18 MB
Fast - 15 seconds install (many times its even less)
AIO - ADB, Fastboot and also Drivers
Easy to install - just run it and program will guide you
Clean - ADB and Google Drivers from latest SDK
Install process:
1. Run it (Require administrator privileges)
2. Press Y/Yes to install ADB and Fastboot or N/No to skip
3. Press Y/Yes to install ADB system-wide or N/No for current user only
4. Press Y/Yes to install Drivers or N/No to skip
5. Continue Driver installation
6. 15 seconds passed - finished!
Notes:
System-wide: ADB and Fastboot are installed to %SystemDrive%\adb directory, and added system-wide path.
Current user only: ADB and Fastboot are installed to %UserProfile%\adb directory, and added path for current user.
CMD can use ADB and Fastboot from any directory.
Drivers are installed to system - no need to install them from directories.
Installer automaticly decides if install 32-bit or 64-bit drivers.
If anybody got problem with detecting device, go see picture guide View attachment howto_driver.zip
If installation fails, then post here contents of "adb-installer.log" from desktop. (if there is any)
If you have problem with driver enumeration in Windows 8.1 install update KB2917929
If you have older Google USB Driver installed, please uninstall it from Control Panel before installing new
If you have previously installed it as system-wide and now you want it current user only (or vice-versa), it won't remove it, you must do it yourself. (at least for now)
Mod edit
In this post it was brought to my attention that this installer installs a very outdated version of ADB and its related tools.
It's highly recommended you use the latest version from this XDA Portal post instead, as it fixes issues with newer devices.
If you wish to proceed, that is of course okay as this installer arguably provides an easier way to get going with ADB for some people, but do know that it's currently very outdated.
Downloads: Version 1.4.3
XDA Mirror added by Mod @Redline
Downloads: Version 1.4.2
Google Drive
Userscloud
Zippyshare
Dropbox
Version 1.3 (If upper one doesn't work)
Google Drive
If you like my work, want to support development and have few coins spare:
Video tutorials: (thanks goes to savadam)
Used tools:
BRAIN, 7-Zip, Notepad++, WDK, ResourceHacker, UPX, Android SDK, and maybe something else
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Changelog
Changelog​​
Next version (WIP)
I will completely rewrite the project and make 2 versions, offline and online one.
Can also download latest files.
Will be open-source, code hosted on GitHub.
Version 1.4.3
- Updated adb and fastboot to API 23 version (Android 6.0)
Version 1.4.2
- Updated adb and fastboot to API 21 version (Android 5.0)
Version 1.4.1
- Fixed bug refusing to set %PATH%
Version 1.4
- Fixed %PATH% for Windows XP (SETX missing)
- Updated Google USB Driver to version 11.0.0000.00000
- Errorlog
- Cleanup
Version 1.3
- Now use 7-Zip SFX (instead of WinRAR)
- Add choice for "system-wide" or "current user only" installation of adb
- Newer DPInst (WDK 8.1)
- Reduced size
- Fixed bug
Version 1.2
- Update only files that need to be updated
- Add to PATH only when its not already present (prevent having it twice or more)
- Updated Google USB Driver to version 9.0.0000.00000
- 2KB bigger
Version 1.1
- Added Y/N option for installations (you can choose what to install)
- Changed installation directory to "%SystemDrive%\adb" and added PATH
- Will also remove adb from WINDIR if you still have it here
- Changed x86/x64 detection system
- Faster
- 0.01MB smaller than previous version
Version 1.0
- Initial release​.

Nice! Thank you. Will give this a shot. My adb/fastboot quit working when I moved and I cannot get it uninstalled or reinstalled for some reason. Have even tried other one click packages and still no go. Will try tonight. Does this need internet connection to install proper drivers, or are they packaged?
Edit: I just looked at the driver pics and it appears they're local. Great! Thank you.
Sent from my EVO 4G LTE using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

scottspa74 said:
Nice! Thank you. Will give this a shot. My adb/fastboot quit working when I moved and I cannot get it uninstalled or reinstalled for some reason. Have even tried other one click packages and still no go. Will try tonight. Does this need internet connection to install proper drivers, or are they packaged?
Edit: I just looked at the driver pics and it appears they're local. Great! Thank you.
Sent from my EVO 4G LTE using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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This is WinRAR SFX archive that will start batch script, adb is copied using xcopy and drivers are installed using DPInst - Driver Package Installer from Windows Driver Kit, whole thing is extracted to temp directory and deleted after completition.
And yes, no internet conection is required.
How much did installation took ?

thank you snoop05, the installation on win 8.1pro x64 only took about 10 seconds at most, and adb commands are working great. yet to try fastboot.

Just saw this in the XDA Portal. Congratulations. I'm downloading now and about to try this out. My Nexus 5 is a pain to transfer files and get the correct drivers to do so. Thank You.

ADB installer.
Thank you for the application!
Will this work on the Moto-G and X variants as well?
I hope it will, as my wife is getting me a new phone, and the 'G' is the model she also wants.
I will try it on the 'G' once I get it in my hands, if nobody else has tried by that time (Jan. 22-ish), I will report my progress here.
Thanks again!

working on Windows 8.1 x64 with my new Moto G
great stuff

Wow. Finally ADB and fastboot are working on my Win8.1 x64 machine. You are awesome!

Nice script. Any reason for installing into %windir% instead of your own folder, then modifying PATH (either per-user or system wide)?

Just saw this on portal and wanted to tell you that you are the man!!!! Thanks for this

thak you so much for this awesome tool

Installed under 15 seconds running window 8.0. Thanks.

Great app. Nice that adds path to %windir%, Thx

Fantastic! Thank you so much for building and sharing.
Sent from my EVO 4G LTE using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

@Snoop05
On behalf of all the guys that spend all day in the Q&A section explaining how to install ADB and Fastboot, and what users did wrong, I thank you for this simple installer. We salute you

@Snoop05 , this is great! people now how no excuse to ask how to install adb..
may you add autokilling the adb daemon after not executing a command after a minute or so?

Thanks

it took exactly 71 seconds bro !

Super stuff newly installed windows and this tool comes out. Thanks! :victory:

[TOOL] AAFC ADB Fastboot Commander - Cross Platform - 0.8.5b (28-06-18)

Code:
*** Disclamer
Be aware that you are able to brick your phone with this tool. I take no responsibility for your actions and/or damage and/or malfunction on your device. If you don't know how to use ADB or Fastboot, read tuturials first. You will be responsible for you actions all alone!
Introduction
Hello guys
Beacause many newbies don't want or to mess with the shell or simply dont know how and experienced users and developers are pretty lazy people i developed a tool which takes over basic actions like flashing/wiping partitions, sideloading zips, push/pulling files, taking screenshots or screen video and a lot more. Of course adb and fastboot commands can be executed as usual over the build-in shell.
Until now its a early beta only able to process basic tasks, not everything works as expected yet.
I've sometimes more, sometimes less time to work on this project, so i cant give etas to future releases!
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Images
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
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Installation instructions
Download the latest build by following the download link down.
Once downloaded, there is no need to install - just run it and you're ready to go
The ADB/Fastboot binaries are packed with the application, no need to download them aftwerwards. However - if you want to use your own android sdk, you're able to change the working path to your sdk.
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Download
Download the latest version (build 2801) from 15-06-28 here:
> > http://aafc.leonhard-kuenzler.de
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Changelog
Code:
Changelog:
(sorted by builds)
2776
[fixed] runCommand handling
[fixed] auto device detection
[added] screenshot feature
2778
[fixed] device serial for auto detect
[fixed] screenshot
2779 - 21.05.15
[fixed] icon settings
[deleted] unused code
2783 - 25.05.15
[changed] Gui title
[added] screen recording
2875 - 28.05.15
[fixed] sideload
[added] preferences window
[changed] Frame behavior
[fixed] insert path (drag_drop)
[fixed] sdk not found error
2801 - 28.06.15 | latest build
[added] apk install/uninstall
[changed] device detection
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FAQ
-- in progress
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Thanks To/Credits
Code:
all people testing and giving feedback so far :)
XDA:DevDB Information
AAFC Android ADB Fastboot Commander, Tool/Utility for all devices (see above for details)
Contributors
92lleo
Version Information
Status: Beta
Current Stable Version: -
Current Beta Version: 0.8.5
Beta Release Date: 2015-06-28
Created 2015-06-04
Last Updated 2015-06-28

How-To
After downloading:
(1) startup
On first start you will have to read & accept the disclaimer. You're able to turn that message of.
Now the main frame should show up. If you have installed android sdk, you can use yours instead the build in by setting the sdk path in ">SDK>change path" to your sdk path (most likely C:/Programm Files/Android/android-sdk). Select the android-sdk folder.
(2) connecting your phone:
connect your phone to your computer. on phone, go to "settings>developer options" and enable "usb debugging". if there is no "developer options", go to "(device) info>software info" and tap 7 times on "build-number". Developer options should be visible now.
Your phone should now ask you to confirm usb connection to your computer. if not, go on with (3)
(3) driver-troubleshooting
some vendors ship their drivers with windows update, they should be installed on first connect. Google also ships drivers for its devices with the android sdk. In all other cases, unplug your phone and go to ">options>device drivers". Now you have two options: 1. try the easy way universal-usb drivers from clockworkmod. Install them, connect your phone and try again. You may open the
windows device manager (WIN+R > devmgmt.msc), there you should see your device (either with warning, or successful connected) 2. search for the right vendor driver.
Choose from the list and install the drivers. May you also search for lite packed drivers on xda/web.
.. more comeing soon

Bugs & Features
Known bugs:
When starting tool not from its parent directory, but e.g. from chrome downloads, setting paths somehow fails (you'll get an error message). To start, navigate to your download folder and start it from there. If you still face problems, delete the "adbfbdata" folder in the same directory
Video recording/screenshots not working (stuck after pulling screenshot/video)
(This happens cause some devices don't allow to pull or write from/to /sdcard. Working on a fix right now)
When returning to internal sdk, the realSdk variable in the properties file is erroneously set to true, which results in an exception at the next start.
To solve this, delete the properties file in the /adbfbdata folder or set "realSdk" to false
Planned features:
Backup over adb or recovery
Multi-device support
Device specific actions (e.g. unlock bootloader on htc devices)
device info storage (online) for specific actions, downloads links etc.
Fastboot support for samsung devices via haimdall command line tool
workspace monitoring and intelligent file suggestions
A lot of gui improvement

Version 0.8.4 online
Version 0.8.4 (build 2787) is now online.
Changes:
You don't need to fill in your devices serial number from now - whenever a device is detected, its serial will be shown.
Currently, only one device can be handled (except from your own commands).
Tool will automatically search for updates and notify you in case of a newer version. You also can check manually by clicking Options->Check for Updates
Version is ready for download here.

Version 0.8.5 online (multi OS support)
Version 0.8.5 (build 2798) is now online.
Changes:
You now can use AAFC on your Mac, Windows or Linux machine! All adb & fastboot binaries are packed within the tool (even 64 & 32bit versions for some linux distributions) Please note: Support for Mac OSx and Linux distributions is still in early development (alpha) which means, you'll be able to run commands on every os, but may not use every gui function cause the gui is only optimized for windows for now. Please post your experiences in this thead or write me a message!
Tool will modify internal files and watchdogs for the current os
Tool will now delete whole temp folder, not only files
Look and feel changed to "Nimbus" on Linux because of Gui problems. On Windows and Mac OSx its the known OS layout
Version is ready for download here!
Troubleshooting:
If you're not able to tick the checkboxes in the disclaimer frame, check if there is a information dialog behind it. May the UpdateChecker tries to lay over the frame, but the disclaimer cannot be overlaid. I'm working on that.
If you get an exception like "File not found", please post it here (like any other exception). To solve this problem, try deleting the adbfbtool folder in the same directory (to reset the preferences)

Hey,
i tried your tool (build 2798) and really liked it!
I used it on my macbook and it worked well. Sometimes it gives me an exception like "file not found", but after a restart, it works again. I just needed it to flash diffrent recoverys while bringing my phone back to stock.
i would like the tool to remember the last directory i choose a file in, so i dont have to navigate through all my folders again. Also it would be cool, if you implement the shown backup/restore and apk install function. and maybe some quick actions like flashing a recovery with just a file chooser dialog.
I'm looking forward to the next update and will try it then!

friFroAndro said:
Hey,
i tried your tool (build 2798) and really liked it!
I used it on my macbook and it worked well. Sometimes it gives me an exception like "file not found", but after a restart, it works again. I just needed it to flash diffrent recoverys while bringing my phone back to stock.
i would like the tool to remember the last directory i choose a file in, so i dont have to navigate through all my folders again. Also it would be cool, if you implement the shown backup/restore and apk install function. and maybe some quick actions like flashing a recovery with just a file chooser dialog.
I'm looking forward to the next update and will try it then!
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Hey, thanks for your feedback! The file not found exception will be gone on linux and mac within the next release, it's left from windows-only.
Remembering directories is planned, in fact, i planned to set a working directory/directories, where the tool searches for .imgs and zips and stuff, so it can suggest them.
Quick actions - or something like that- are comeing when everything else is working
APK install is implemented, you're able to use it with the next release, I'm working on backup (both adb and recovery) right now. Maybe it's usable in the next release, or maybe in other future releases.

New Build 2801 (still 0.8.5) online
Build 2801 is now online.
Changes:
You can now install / uninstall apks over the gui with setting command flags
Device detection now start/stoppable
Small GUI changes
Version is ready for download here!
Im currently working on:
Backup over adb or recovery
Multi-device support
Device specific actions (e.g. unlock bootloader on htc devices)
device info storage (online) for specific actions, downloads links etc.
Fastboot support for samsung devices via haimdall command line tool
workspace monitoring and intelligent file suggestions
A lot of gui improvement
If you miss something or have other feedback, feel free to contribute!
_____
edit:
looks like there is a bug in screenshot/video recording, it doesn't work in older versions as well. You may try it, but it wont work. I'll fix it with the next release!

[TOOL] Advance Tool for Android™ - ADB and fastboot commands

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ATA Tool Only for Windows and Linux
Code:
/*
* I'm not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards, thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed (like it did for me...).
*/
This tool include adb.exe and fastboot.exe and Scrcpy. This tool currently only supports Windows and Linux, in future updates I might add support for macOS.
Windows Versions:
Windows ATA Tool v0.9.3.10072020:
if the botton doesn't work click this link: https://github.com/MassimilianoSart...W/ATA-v0.9.3.10072020-for-Windows-By-Sway.zip
Linux Versions:
Linux ATA Tool v0.0.2.280920200:
if the botton doesn't work click this link: https://github.com/MassimilianoSart...20L/ATA-v0.0.2.28092020-for-Linux-By-Sway.zip
Windows Features:
UNLOCK BOOTLOADER
FORMAT DATA PARTITION (EXT4)
FORMAT DATA PARTITION (F2FS)
FLASH BOOT (only .img file)
FLASH BOOTLOADER (only .img file)
FLASH RADIO (only .img file)
FLASH RECOVERY (only .img file)
FLASH SYSTEM (only .img file)
FLASH VENDOR (only .img file)
FLASH CACHE (only .img file)
FLASH ROM (You must know what you are doing)
Check connected devices
Boot into ROM
Boot into recovery
REBOOT SMARTPHONE
REBOOT INTO THE RECOVERY
REBOOT INTO THE Fastboot/Bootloader
Check connected devices
Automate Apks installer
Check devices version connected
Install an app
Unistall an app (No System App)
Emulate device (Resize Screen)
Emulate device (Change Density)
Reset (Emulate device)
Screen Recording
Smarthphone Status
Change system info
Grant WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS permission
Grant DUMP permission
Check for granted permissions
Create and run a program: keyevent Istruction https://developer.android.com/reference/android/view/KeyEvent.html
Scrcpy - Screen mirror
ADB over network working
Logcat and Display On Screen Only
Logcat and Record Text File Locally
"getevent" and Display On Screen Only
"getevent" and Record Text File Locally
View System Info (Data From build.prop, g.prop, and others)
Wireless debugging (only on Android 11)
adb backup and restore
input from keyboard to smartphone
Linux Features:
Check connected devices
REBOOT SMARTPHONE
REBOOT INTO THE RECOVERY
REBOOT INTO THE Fastboot/Bootloader
Check devices version
Enable/Disable Dark Mode in Q
Device serial number
Liked my work? Give me a beer
Requirements
1. To run Scrcpy the Android device requires at least API 21 (Android 5.0).
2. Make sure you enabled adb debugging on your device(s). On some devices, you also need to enable an additional option
Issues:
Strange outputs?
if you find strange outputs from commands, it's a know issue, you have to start again the command and it will work!
Licence:
ATA:
Copyright (C) 2019-2020 SwayWasTaken
Scrcpy:
Copyright (C) 2018 Genymobile
Copyright (C) 2018-2020 Romain Vimont
SDK Platform Tools:
Copyright (C) 2016-2019 Google LLC https://developer.android.com/license
Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
You may obtain a copy of the License at
http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
limitations under the License.
Links:
ATA Tool source Download link: https://github.com/MassimilianoSartore/Advance-Tool-for-Android/archive/master.zip
Scrcpy repository: https://github.com/Genymobile/scrcpy
SDK Platform Tools link: https://developer.android.com/studio/releases/platform-tools.html
Github page: https://github.com/MassimilianoSartore/Advance-Tool-for-Android-ADB-Tool-
Donate link: https://www.paypal.me/SWayGaming
Icon in the download botton: https://icons8.it
PS : I am not responsible for bricked devices use ATA at your own risks!
Android is a trademark of Google LLC.

This program was made with an Unlicensed compiler.
Please buy the PRO version to distribute your EXE.
Press any key to continue . . .
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Always these lame bat2exe converters.
Why not people just distribute these as plain batch files I wonder...

CXZa said:
Always these lame bat2exe converters.
Why not people just distribute these as plain batch files I wonder...
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O Sorry I will publish the source on GitHub.
I will try to resolve the problem

CXZa said:
Always these lame bat2exe converters.
Why not people just distribute these as plain batch files I wonder...
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Now you can download the batch file from the link in the first post, sorry again

Sorry if I was a bit - well - a bit too me. I have just stumbled into these batexes maybe too many times. All sort of "kitchens" (what the heck, isn't there still a better word, really) use them, ASSAYYED, TOAD (open source? okay, maybe so***), Uppercut (several batexes inside each other, just plain weird..).
Maybe they have their use but I haven't figured it out yet really.
Great, now it's much smaller too... :good:
(*** the bat files can usually found from the temp folder when one runs these exes)

CXZa said:
Sorry if I was a bit - well - a bit too me. I have just stumbled into these batexes maybe too many times. All sort of "kitchens" (what the heck, isn't there still a better word, really) use them, ASSAYYED, TOAD (open source? okay, maybe so***), Uppercut (several batexes inside each other, just plain weird..).
Maybe they have their use but I haven't figured it out yet really.
Great, now it's much smaller too... :good:
(*** the bat files can usually found from the temp folder when one runs these exes)
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Oh I didn't know that, hope you will appreciate that. If you will find something wrong, please report to me. I will make some changes in the batch this week.

V 0.3
Changelog:
- Added device info on the home
Download:
https://github.com/SwayWasTaken/Advance-Tool-for-Android/archive/master.zip

V 0.4
Changelog:
- some improvement under the hood
Download:
https://github.com/SwayWasTaken/Advance-Tool-for-Android/archive/master.zip

V 0.5
Changelog:
- some improvement under the hood, now the program will check if the device is connected
Download:
https://github.com/MassimilianoSartore/Advance-Tool-for-Android/archive/master.zip

V0.5.1
Changelog:
- Added more options to unlock and lock the bootloader
Download:
https://github.com/MassimilianoSartore/Advance-Tool-for-Android-ADB-Tool-/archive/master.zip

SwayWasTaken said:
Changelog:
- Added more options to unlock and lock the bootloader
Download:
https://github.com/MassimilianoSarto...ive/master.zip
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The link doesn't work, but it's the same as before.
Nice batch project, helps those that don't want to type everything by themselves.
That :devicecheck you could make less strict. Just check that the value isn't empty...

CXZa said:
The link doesn't work, but it's the same as before.
Nice batch project, helps those that don't want to type everything by themselves.
That :devicecheck you could make less strict. Just check that the value isn't empty...
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Thanks for the suggestion, change made!!

V0.5.2
Changelog:
-V 0.5.2: some improvement under the hood (Thanks to @CXZa for the suggestion)
Download:
https://github.com/MassimilianoSartore/Advance-Tool-for-Android-ADB-Tool-/archive/master.zip

V 0.5.7 Changelog:
-New information about your smathphone
-New loading screen
-New integration with more batch files
Now the main script must stay in the same folder as Scripts folder
Download:
https://github.com/MassimilianoSartore/Advance-Tool-for-Android-ADB-Tool-/archive/master.zip

V0.5.8
Changelog:
- Change system info
- New window size

V0.5.9
Changelog:
- Now you can uninstall system app without root access on your smartphone!!
Pay attention you can damage your phone!
Enjoy!
download:
https://github.com/MassimilianoSartore/Advance-Tool-for-Android-ADB-Tool-/archive/V0.5.9.zip

Hi. I tried to run this and it only gives me a yes or no option then shuts off. I'm not sure if I have my path set up at all as there really aren't any set up instructions. Could you give a quick set up tutorial?

0.6.0
Changelog:
- Grant WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS permission
- Grant DUMP permission
- Check for granted permissions
- Changed window size
Download:
https://github.com/MassimilianoSartore/Advance-Tool-for-Android-ADB-Tool-/archive/0.6.0.zip

Supermatt01 said:
Hi. I tried to run this and it only gives me a yes or no option then shuts off. I'm not sure if I have my path set up at all as there really aren't any set up instructions. Could you give a quick set up tutorial?
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the problem is that you dont have adb set as environment variable, follow this link to set it https://www.xda-developers.com/adb-fastboot-any-directory-windows-linux/.

SwayWasTaken said:
the problem is that you dont have adb set as environment variable, follow this link to set it https://www.xda-developers.com/adb-fastboot-any-directory-windows-linux/.
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Okay. I'm giving it a look.

[GUIDE] Rooting the Moann inkPalm 5

Follow anything in this guide at your own risk. I will not accept any responsibility if you are left with a bricked device, and/or a device that is damaged or impaired in some way. These steps are a reconstruction of what I was doing - I haven't actually tested the exact files attached, which should be more cleaner than the ones I was working with.
The inkPalm 5 is a 5.2" eReader with an Allwinner 32-bit ARM B300 CPU and 1GB RAM running Android 8.1 sold in China under Xiaomi's Moaan brand.
This involves writing a file to /system, which may prevent you from installing future OTAs. Be warned that the firmware for this device cannot be downloaded, so you could end up with an unrepairable brick!
Make sure ADB is setup first.
Download dump_kernel_to_system_signed.zip
Reboot the inkPalm into recovery mode :
Code:
reboot recovery
Use the touch screen and/or volume + power buttons to choose the "Apply update from ADB" option
On the computer, run
Code:
adb sideload path\to\dump_kernel_to_system_signed.zip
(making the obvious substitution)
When it's done, choose the first option in the recovery (reboot system now) to boot back into Android
Back in an adb shell, run
Code:
cp /system/bimg.img /sdcard/
Install the Magisk APK
Open Magisk, tap install
I don't think the AVB/dm-verity option needs to be checked, so I left it unchecked. YMMV. The inkPalm doesn't encrypt itself even if you enable a PIN.
Choose bimg.img from your storage and let Magisk do its thing
Transfer the magisk_patched*.img file in your Downloads folder onto the PC
Flashing the patched kernel image with recovery
Rename your magisk_patched.img file to boot.img
Using your favourite archive manager, add your boot.img to the root folder of kernel_flashing_template.zip
In a command prompt, run
Code:
java -jar signapk-1.0.jar -w testkey.x509.pem testkey.pk8 kernel_flashing_template.zip kernel_flashing_template_signed.zip
(If you run into problems, make sure you have JRE 8 installed.)
Reboot back into recovery and
Code:
adb sideload
kernel_flashing_template_signed.zip
Reboot back into Android and hopefully you should have a rooted inkPalm with Magisk
(Flashing with fastboot should work, but I've not tested that.)
EDIT: You can find an extended guide at https://github.com/qwerty12/inkPalm-5-EPD105-root with steps for installing microG.

qwerty12 said:
Follow anything in this guide at your own risk. I will not accept any responsibility if you are left with a bricked device, and/or a device that is damaged or impaired in some way. These steps are a reconstruction of what I was doing - I haven't actually tested the exact files attached, which should be more cleaner than the ones I was working with.
The inkPalm 5 is a 5.2" eReader with an Allwinner 32-bit ARM B300 CPU and 1GB RAM running Android 8.1 sold in China under Xiaomi's Moaan brand.
This involves writing a file to /system, which may prevent you from installing future OTAs. Be warned that the firmware for this device cannot be downloaded, so you could end up with an unrepairable brick!
Make sure ADB is setup first.
Download dump_kernel_to_system_signed.zip
Reboot the inkPalm into recovery mode :
Code:
reboot recovery
Use the touch screen and/or volume + power buttons to choose the "Apply update from ADB" option
On the computer, run
Code:
adb sideload path\to\dump_kernel_to_system_signed.zip
(making the obvious substitution)
When it's done, choose the first option in the recovery (reboot system now) to boot back into Android
Back in an adb shell, run
Code:
cp /system/bimg.img /sdcard/
Install the Magisk APK
Open Magisk, tap install
I don't think the AVB/dm-verity option needs to be checked, so I left it unchecked. YMMV. The inkPalm doesn't encrypt itself even if you enable a PIN.
Choose bimg.img from your storage and let Magisk do its thing
Transfer the magisk_patched*.img file in your Downloads folder onto the PC
Flashing the patched kernel image with recovery
Rename your magisk_patched.img file to boot.img
Using your favourite archive manager, add your boot.img to the root folder of kernel_flashing_template.zip
In a command prompt, run
Code:
java -jar signapk-1.0.jar -w testkey.x509.pem testkey.pk8 kernel_flashing_template.zip kernel_flashing_template_signed.zip
(If you run into problems, make sure you have JRE 8 installed.)
Reboot back into recovery and
Code:
adb sideload
kernel_flashing_template_signed.zip
Reboot back into Android and hopefully you should have a rooted inkPalm with Magisk
(Flashing with fastboot should work, but I've not tested that.)
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As far as I could gather, with both USB connection and developper mode on, ADB conncection is explicitely rejected. Besides, there is, on InkPalm, below the usuals USB checks, one that reads "...ADB/ADT..." which cannot be checked. The connetion request by wireless ADB, supplying the correct address, is also rejected.... As though the device needed be rooted first !

I haven't tested using ADB over Wi-Fi, but I can honestly say I have had no issues using ADB over USB on the inkPalm. ADB was enabled by default on mine, and not to mention the security of it has been weakened - you don't even need to approve ADB connections for the first time...

So, since mine seems to reject ADB on both USB and WI-FI, what would you suggest to try as next --and desperate ? I cannot find any reference to the manufacturer that would eventually grant me permissions-- step ?
So long,
Sixto Quesada

Bis -- I forget to mention that my primary goal is merely to be able to change the language to English, as I think that there are already many possibilities in-built as to the configuration, including the shell !

squsqu6 said:
So, since mine seems to reject ADB on both USB and WI-FI, what would you suggest to try as next --and desperate ?
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Is debugging mode actually on? Open the settings, go to the highlighted page and
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
turn the highlighted setting on (make sure the setting above it is on too - it will let you install external APKs)
You can follow these steps to show the Developer Settings, that's up to you: https://github.com/epodegrid/epd106-ADB#step-1-install-adb
squsqu6 said:
Bis -- I forget to mention that my primary goal is merely to be able to change the language to English
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If you really can't get ADB to work, then there might be another way. Install the APK of my launcher fork (how you do that is up to you - you can try using the built-in browser or transferring the APK over MTP and using the file manager [which I've never opened] to install it).
In the new launcher, tap-and-hold the Settings icon (the one with a dark background),
choose Additional Settings and tap Locale. Then follow the instructions here: https://github.com/philips/inkpalm-5-adb-english#change-the-language

ADB is definit[iv]ely unavailable. But your launcher fork --that I already had, but did not know what to do with-- works, I now have most of the menu in English.
Thank you so much.

This worked great for me thanks a lot. I have a quick question if you know it. Is there anyway to get the old style android soft nav bar on the bottom (home, back, open apps)? The stuff you can do with the home button/logo button in settings is pretty limited.

Thanks.
reaverclan said:
Is there anyway to get the old style android soft nav bar on the bottom (home, back, open apps)?
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I think it may have removed entirely to save space. That's just a guess though. I tried two Magisk modules to enable it - one sets that qemu property and the other uses an Android resource overlay - and both didn't work. The only workaround I can suggest, untested, would be this: https://github.com/epodegrid/epd106-ADB#step-4-naviation-button

qwerty12 said:
Thanks.
I think it may have removed entirely to save space. That's just a guess though. I tried two Magisk modules to enable it - one sets that qemu property and the other uses an Android resource overlay - and both didn't work. The only workaround I can suggest, untested, would be this: https://github.com/epodegrid/epd106-ADB#step-4-naviation-button
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Yeah I tried step 4 and adb said the file was to old so rejected it and I tired it in the file manager anyways to see what would happen and it says it's not a working package or not compatible. So I guess it's for another xiaomi device or base android version. I also noticed only the stock file manager can actually invoke the package installer, root explorer gets the prompt to install but never then sends it to the Manger to load it and give the option for an install.

reaverclan said:
Yeah I tried step 4 and adb said the file was to old so rejected it and I tired it in the file manager anyways to see what would happen and it says it's not a working package or not compatible.
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It's actually because the modified launcher mentioned in this thread uses the package name com.moan.moanwm (credits to whoever found that out; doing that allows the original Settings to be launched), which actually belongs to those navball buttons... I was originally going to suggest to just get rid of the launcher, so you can install the navball buttons, but they're really crashy and useless anyway. Sorry, I don't know what else to suggest - given other "QOL" changes by Moann (see below), I strongly suspect the navigation button code was ripped out entirely to save RAM.
I also noticed only the stock file manager can actually invoke the package installer, root explorer gets the prompt to install but never then sends it to the Manger to load it and give the option for an install.
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Give Total Commander a try.
Moann really did a number on this device's Android build and messed it up, presumably in the name of "security". Only certain programs can show the original Settings, which messes up other applications' ability to show the app info of programs; the only thing that can force stop programs is Settings (which messes up Titanium Backup) and Root Explorer probably tries to invoke the Android installer directly (if that's a thing).

qwerty12 said:
It's actually because the modified launcher mentioned in this thread uses the package name com.moan.moanwm (credits to whoever found that out; doing that allows the original Settings to be launched), which actually belongs to those navball buttons... I was originally going to suggest to just get rid of the launcher, so you can install the navball buttons, but they're really crashy and useless anyway. Sorry, I don't know what else to suggest - given other "QOL" changes by Moann (see below), I strongly suspect the navigation button code was ripped out entirely to save RAM.
Give Total Commander a try.
Moann really did a number on this device's Android build and messed it up, presumably in the name of "security". Only certain programs can show the original Settings, which messes up other applications' ability to show the app info of programs; the only thing that can force stop programs is Settings (which messes up Titanium Backup) and Root Explorer probably tries to invoke the Android installer directly (if that's a thing).
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Ah I see that's clever. It's not the end of the world and yeah I think it's cause root explorer does what you said about invoking the thing directly. I just use the stock app to only install and that's it. My journey so far is shown here and regardless of the jank it has been a great device. https://www.mobileread.com/forums/showpost.php?p=4140508&postcount=155
Thanks again for the time to make it even greater. Only thing that sucks is no stock img to un brick if something goes to far. Hopefully someone leaks that at some point. This device seems pretty new to the market still.

squsqu6 said:
ADB is definit[iv]ely unavailable. But your launcher fork --that I already had, but did not know what to do with-- works, I now have most of the menu in English.
Thank you so much.
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I now have a new, but old !, trouble : battery life. I have enforced all saving possibilities available --from standard menu, from E-Ink Launcher, and, from RomToolBox, processors speed slowing--, and, yet, after 8 hours of use, InkPalm battery is totally empty, even though being totally user-idle --not a single user application being active according to linux 'top' request. Conversely, Kobo reader battery lasts for days in reading mode.
My question : would it be thinkable any possible trick of triggering the sleeping function without pushing the red button, so as to keep the screen as it is --allowing the reading of actual page until next (not a book, a musical partion, which takes longer !)--. Bypassing by script the red button action, or other ? --Note : the screensaver option allows for user-image, like a screenshot, but it requires to move it to the proper place and to renew it at every page...
Sorry for being so long, I am far from being familiar wich Linux (Android).
Greetings,
S. Quesada