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Hello all,
If you tried accessing your Google Drive, but it says that it is not ready yet, there is a little workaround I just discovered.
Follow these 2 steps:
(1) Go to the Google Play Store on your Android Device and download the app.
It will automatically log you in, and again give you the same screen stating that your google Drive is not ready yet.
(2) Switch screens internally in the app (meaning, switch to another account if you have more than one, or go into the settings of the app, or whatever) and then press the back button to go back to the main Drive screen. Exiting and reentering the app may work as well, but I don't know because I haven't tried that.
You will notice that once you go back to the app, the message is gone and you have full access to your Google Drive on your Android Device.
**It only gives you access on your phone though, website Google Drive will still not work until its ready**
Enjoy!
PS - Please don't comment things like "why not just wait" or some derivative of that. If you would like to wait, that's great, keep that to yourself. This is for those that don't want to wait. Thanks for understanding.
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Just found out btw, that you can also just upload directly to Google Docs (any file format), because Google Docs and Drive are going to be Merged and already reflects your 5GB storage amount.
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Here is the desktop application for all those asking
https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B8UC9mheN6KZUlFHN0R2QU91TmM
Thanks! Didnt work for me, just signed me into google docs and didnt let me go back to the google drive screen, but good find anyway!
Interesting thing is that on my tablet it worked without any work-arounds, but on my desktop it still says its not ready.
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Just upload a file, and It's ready.
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mattmartin77 said:
Thanks! Also, it seems as though they removed the app from the store, so can you pm the the apk if you have it?
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I don't have the apk, but its still in the play store. I just checked. Search Google Drive rather than just Drive.
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Anyone have the desktop application? Thanks for the workaround by the way.
This appears to be gone from the market / play store / whatever it is today. Any chance of posting the apk?
Just got mailed... here is the download link for Windows https://tools.google.com/dlpage/drive#eula
vistagamer said:
Just got mailed... here is the download link for Windows https://tools.google.com/dlpage/drive#eula
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Thanks but link does not work if your drive is not ready
heya,
Hmm, I managed to update to Google Drive through Play Store, however, I'm having issues with step 2 - how do you switch accounts, or go to settings?
This is on a Galaxy Nexus with Android 4.0.4 - there's no settings key when you're at that "Google Drive is not ready" screen...
Cheers,
Victor
ya same here i just tried. @vistagamer when did you apply for your drive to be on the waiting list?
This doesn't work anymore, switching between screens did nothing for me. Seems google patched the bug fast.
yeah. doesn't work for me either. Bloody Google are really bad at releasing stuff imo. ****, in Australia we are still waiting for official google music (both buying and using it!!)
Drive downloaded from the Play store for me today but wouldn't work. Came home from work and installed on my PC. Uploading files now and the app on my Kindle shows the new files...
I can only sign in to google docs on the drive app, and I cant switch back to the drive screen, so I dont think this works anymore...
tbolt running eternity r230
victorhooi said:
heya,
Hmm, I managed to update to Google Drive through Play Store, however, I'm having issues with step 2 - how do you switch accounts, or go to settings?
This is on a Galaxy Nexus with Android 4.0.4 - there's no settings key when you're at that "Google Drive is not ready" screen...
Cheers,
Victor
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Just click the button in drive app (the one that you'd create a new document with), and click upload.
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Not working on my GSII, but still many thanks to OP.
Thanks!
took two tries on my Razr.. works great now. Thanks!!
Thanks
I appreciate the download for the desktop client. I installed it on all of my computers.
It doesn't work.
Either way, I a invite from google right after registering a request, so it may be the best way for now.
Many people have been asking why Google play either fails to download apps or fails to connect at all, so here's a few things that might fix it!
1) Clear the Cache from Google Play in your settings.
(Settings > Applications > Google Play > Clear cache)
2) Try removing your Google account and re-adding it
3) Seems obvious, but try turning your internet of and on
4) Try rebooting your device
5) restart your internet (Through your main hub)
If non of these work, you may be best contacting Google to get it checked out!
Hope this helps
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BodyGuard10 said:
All methods applied ...
Still it's not happening ....
Any other methods are there?
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Also tried everything. Even complete uninstall of the play store through titanium backup and reinstall manually the apk. No luck. Internet working fine, only market is dead. The strangest thing is that it was working well, I did not modify anything, then it stopped working.
Please help
If you've tried everything above, you could try restoring your phone. This would be a pain but if you back everything up first shouldnt be too much of a problem. Or you could just leave it a week or so and see if it starts working . If not, I'd say contact Google.
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moose.splash1 said:
If you've tried everything above, you could try restoring your phone. This would be a pain but if you back everything up first shouldnt be too much of a problem. Or you could just leave it a week or so and see if it starts working . If not, I'd say contact Google.
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That's the obvious last solution, but it doesn't really make sense. There must be a reason for the market to be doing this. I also tried manually installing a few different versions of the play store apk, not just the latest one. Still the same results.
I know what you mean. Maybe certain devices can sometimes have trouble accessing the market itself, or maybe its just a temporary thing with the Google servers.
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1 more thing.
If you patched any app using lucky patcher, it would have created an odex file in data/app. In order to install it again, you should delete that .odex file.
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I don't recall having used Lucky Patcher. Sadly I will never find out what went wrong. Flashed another rom. It was time for a change anyway
I will try this trick
I think also, if you install a ROM or have a device that does not come pre installed with Google play, that flashing Gapps may be better! Because I've tried manually installing the play store using an apk before. And most of the time it won't downloads apps. Try to flash Gapps as that may solve it. You can get gapps by searching for it followed by your android version on Google ^_^ good luck
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I had a similar issue where my rommed kindle fire either couldn't connect or was unable to download apps from the play store. On connecting to the store the device details failed to register at all limiting greatly the available downloads.
Resolved the issue by using a gmail address for logging into the play store. For some reason using email other than gmail caused an issue.
Also removing/hiding unused devices in play store allows you to reconnect devices correctly it seems.
LeeThargic said:
I had a similar issue where my rommed kindle fire either couldn't connect or was unable to download apps from the play store. On connecting to the store the device details failed to register at all limiting greatly the available downloads.
Resolved the issue by using a gmail address for logging into the play store. For some reason using email other than gmail caused an issue.
Also removing/hiding unused devices in play store allows you to reconnect devices correctly it seems.
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I thought you had to have a Google account/Gmail to sign in to the play store anyway?
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I thought you had to have a Google account/Gmail to sign in to the play store anyway?
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I think the registration process creates (or allows you to create) a gmail address but you can log into play store with the non-gmail address used to register. Unfortunately it seems doing so causes download problems.
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I think the registration process creates (or allows you to create) a gmail address but you can log into play store with the non-gmail address used to register. Unfortunately it seems doing so causes download problems.
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Try using it with a gmail address then? Other than what I suggested I'm not sure to be honest. My last solution was to contact Google but they can't give a lot of support to custom ROMs.
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I had this same problem with my LG Optimus V, famous for this kind of thing. The first time this happen, I clicked on settings, then Applications, then Manage Applications. Then clicked ALL, then Google Play Store. Then I clicked on Force Stop, then Clear Data, then Clear Cache. Then run Google Play Store and agree to terms. This always worked for me using Froyo 2.2.2 -- When that didn't work, I un-installed the updated Google Play Store and reverting back to the basic one.
Later on this problem happened again, but this time it was when I rooted and flashed a custom ROM. I started getting the error message the file didn't download, but this time it was also telling me the file couldn't download because of low memory. Go figure, Optimus V only have 256 megs of internal ram, but anything below 100 megs gives the the Google error. So just before tossing my phone in the trash I read a post somewhere here on XDA forum that showed step by step how to partition a microSD card and link the second partition as internal memory using an app called Link2SD.
So I tried it on a 16 GB card and after rebooting my phone, it fixed it. Never had the problem again. Plus my Optimus V thinks there is 1GB of internal ram now. Being most phones today have 1GB or more internal ram, there should be no reason for this kind of error.
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I had this same problem with my LG Optimus V, famous for this kind of thing. The first time this happen, I clicked on settings, then Applications, then Manage Applications. Then clicked ALL, then Google Play Store. Then I clicked on Force Stop, then Clear Data, then Clear Cache. Then run Google Play Store and agree to terms. This always worked for me using Froyo 2.2.2 -- When that didn't work, I un-installed the updated Google Play Store and reverting back to the basic one.
Later on this problem happened again, but this time it was when I rooted and flashed a custom ROM. I started getting the error message the file didn't download, but this time it was also telling me the file couldn't download because of low memory. Go figure, Optimus V only have 256 megs of internal ram, but anything below 100 megs gives the the Google error. So just before tossing my phone in the trash I read a post somewhere here on XDA forum that showed step by step how to partition a microSD card and link the second partition as internal memory using an app called Link2SD.
So I tried it on a 16 GB card and after rebooting my phone, it fixed it. Never had the problem again. Plus my Optimus V thinks there is 1GB of internal ram now. Being most phones today have 1GB or more internal ram, there should be no reason for this kind of error.
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<< theres another solution guys! Thanks! And nice icon BTW! ^_^
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<< theres another solution guys! Thanks! And nice icon BTW! ^_^
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My icon, thanks. :fingers-crossed: I like it too. It was that or Sonic the hedgehog. hehe I went with cute instead. Her name is Midori Kasugano. She's from a Japanese Manga series called, "Midori Days"
@SonicX2014 haha nice! I love anime ! Its awesome haha ^_^
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moose.splash1 said:
@SonicX2014 haha nice! I love anime ! Its awesome haha ^_^
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Cool. At least I'm not the only one in here into Anime. :victory:
Hey Guys,
Regarding the latest Play Store update there's this annoying new feature (I was hoping it was some kind of bug) that stacks any updated apps at the top of the "My Apps" list and I find it really annoying.
Is there any way of clearing them so they go back into the list ? Google Maps is still there from 2 days ago and now I have another stuck up there and it looks untidy.
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BLADESMAN1889 said:
Hey Guys,
Regarding the latest Play Store update there's this annoying new feature (I was hoping it was some kind of bug) that stacks any updated apps at the top of the "My Apps" list and I find it really annoying.
Is there any way of clearing them so they go back into the list ? Google Maps is still there from 2 days ago and now I have another stuck up there and it looks untidy.
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This may or not help you, but give this a read:
http://www.guidingtech.com/16923/remove-apps-history-google-play-store/
From what I read so far, you need the updated Google Play App v3.9+ it gives you the ability to select which apps to remove from your "My Apps List" Hope this helps.
after ****ing around with a google wallet exploit for my S3 which I probably shouldn't have done (build.prop modding?)...the google play store home page throws a dreadful error of "error retrieving information from server DF-PFA-02" I cleared the app cache for the play store, google services framework, tried to remove my card on google wallet, re flash, wipe everything. Still throws this error. And this error code is not very known either, so my searching in google was cut short...especially the "DF-PFA-02" error
it works if i downgrade the play store to the android market, AND it works if I use my other google account. AND the new 4.0 "phonesky" apk play store homepage works
due to certain reasons, I would like to keep my old play store version, before the 4.0 overhaul
I can download apps and apparently update them..I just can't openly browse anymore D:
i'm pretty witty when it comes to android hacking and modding and troubleshooting..but i'm at my wits end here unfortunately....you guys are my only hope
Thanks
stanleyopar2000 said:
after ****ing around with a google wallet exploit for my S3 which I probably shouldn't have done (build.prop modding?)...the google play store home page throws a dreadful error of "error retrieving information from server DF-PFA-02" I cleared the app cache for the play store, google services framework, tried to remove my card on google wallet, re flash, wipe everything. Still throws this error. And this error code is not very known either, so my searching in google was cut short...especially the "DF-PFA-02" error
it works if i downgrade the play store to the android market, AND it works if I use my other google account. AND the new 4.0 "phonesky" apk play store homepage works
due to certain reasons, I would like to keep my old play store version, before the 4.0 overhaul
I can download apps and apparently update them..I just can't openly browse anymore D:
i'm pretty witty when it comes to android hacking and modding and troubleshooting..but i'm at my wits end here unfortunately....you guys are my only hope
Thanks
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I am getting the same error on the AT&T S4. I have no idea why this is happening but it's really annoying.
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I am getting the same error on the AT&T S4. I have no idea why this is happening but it's really annoying.
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Also getting the same error on the AT&T S4. Just started happening now. Of course it happens right as I'm trying to download Tapatalk to peruse xda.
Seems common for some reason. Happening to me as well on the Verizon S3.
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http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/04/19/download-latest-google-play-store-4-0-26/#download
Install the newest version and it fixes it.
Because the old version is exploitable with in-app purchases, so Google is forcing you to get the new one, so its not just happening to me.
But my other Google account works fine with it?..
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stanleyopar2000 said:
Because the old version is exploitable with in-app purchases, so Google is forcing you to get the new one, so its not just happening to me.
But my other Google account works fine with it?..
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I'm also getting the same error. What did you do to fix it, install the new play store?
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I'm also getting the same error. What did you do to fix it, install the new play store?
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Look two posts above yours.
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Look two posts above yours.
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Thanx for pointing out the obvious and I take some blame for that.
Yes, I read the last two post before posting but I can see how I didn't make that clear when I asked the question.
I meant to ask: did you install the new playstore (which still isn't available to the public via an update) to fix the problem OR did you find a solution to fixing the current version?
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Thanx for pointing out the obvious and I take some blame for that.
Yes, I read the last two post before posting but I can see how I didn't make that clear when I asked the question.
I meant to ask: did you install the new playstore (which still isn't available to the public via an update) to fix the problem OR did you find a solution to fixing the current version?
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Ahh okay. Can't speak for Stan, but I just installed the new play store. Quick download from that link and install like any other app. Reboot for fun. Fixed.
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I used my other Google account and the original 3.0 play store works fine, no luck though getting it to work for my main Google account
Installing the new 4.0 play store also fixes the issue, but I don't want it
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stanleyopar2000 said:
I used my other Google account and the original 3.0 play store works fine, no luck though getting it to work for my main Google account
Installing the new 4.0 play store also fixes the issue, but I don't want it
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Same exact thing happening to me too. My second account can load fine, but my first throws the error. Play store 3.0.14
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This isn't much help but the error went away this morning, play store back to normal.
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Reset then rooted my phone. Now, I try to open up my google app store and it simply blinks open then closed real fast. Also, I can't add a google account to "Accounts and sync".
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Reset then rooted my phone. Now, I try to open up my google app store and it simply blinks open then closed real fast. Also, I can't add a google account to "Accounts and sync".
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Are you running the stock rom? And you may want to try and flash the gap's pack for your correct android version?
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You can get better support if you become more specific. For example, what's your device, Android version. Did the rooting zip package contain any file which affected the Google Play Store? Try replacing the Play Store with another version using System Apps Installer. This app can be found on the web, since your Play Store is not working.
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Fixed it! Thanks for inputs! Love the site!
So the latest PlayStore update has broken the app on Android 12.
On my Pixel 6 Pro it worked fine on previous version but now it freezes on XDA logo and app never loads. Tried clearing cache/data. but no difference.
Nekromantik said:
So the latest PlayStore update has broken the app on Android 12.
On my Pixel 6 Pro it worked fine on previous version but now it freezes on XDA logo and app never loads. Tried clearing cache/data. but no difference.
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Same here same phone xda app version 2.15.40 (default settings)
Rooted second November ota
Clearing data lets me relogin but on second launch of app (clear from recents) crashes
For me XDA app stopped working as well 2 days ago, cleared the cache and data as well but no difference.
It lets me login and then when it tries to load it is just force closing.
I saw that I had an update of my Webbrowser DuckDuckGo which I am using so might be that the DuckDuckGo updates forced this issue with the XDA app for me now.
XDA app: 2.15.40
DuckDuckGo: 5.102.2
OOS 11.0.11.11 OxygenOS (Android 11)
Phone: Oneplus 8t
EDIT: OK it works again for me now with the 2.15.38 Version. but the 2.15.40 Version is not working anymore for me.
Hi.
I have the same problem after updating to a12 on my galaxy s21u.
In my case the problem started by changing the theme and color palette.
The weird thing is that in the beta versions of a12 it worked perfectly.
Right now the only solution I found was to install version 2.15.38.
I hope it is resolved soon.
Salu2.
Galaxy S21 Ultra exynos.
Android 12 final.
Version xda app 2.15.40.
Where did you find 38 i couldn't find the app on apkmirror
Also for bug default browser is firefox (and that's where the login is for sign in)
Nergal di Cuthah said:
Where did you find 38 i couldn't find the app on apkmirror
Also for bug default browser is firefox (and that's where the login is for sign in)
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I found that on apkmirror right now (2.15.38)
Will try if that solves the issue.
EDIT: OK it works again for me now with the 2.15.38 Version.
38 works for me too, may try 40 again to get a logcat of it
Hi.
Version 2.15.38 link apkmirror.
XDA 2.15.38 (Android 5.0+) APK Download by XDA - APKMirror
XDA 2.15.38 (Android 5.0+) APK Download by XDA - APKMirror Free and safe Android APK downloads
www.apkmirror.com
Salu2
Hi.
Right now it also fails me on a11 on my galaxy note 10+.
Waiting for solution.
Salu2.
Galaxy note 10 + exynos
Android 11.
One ui 3.1.
Xda app version 2.15.40 gplay.
So it looks like it's panning out to some change in the back end that after a few days of the new version it stopped working for many. It doesn't seem tied to any one manufacturer or os level.
I can say that in the days previous to this not opening crash certain ui elements were changed (it started to show a menu bar super imposing over part of a thread if i had thread preview turned off, then a day or so later the crashes began. I.'m going to reload. 40 and see if i can matlog it.
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So it looks like it's panning out to some change in tge back end that after a few days of the new version it stopped working for many. It doesn't seem tied to any one manufacturer or os level.
I can say that in the days previous to this not opening crash certain ui elements were changed (it started to show a menu bar super imposing over part of a thread if i had thread preview turned off, then a day or so later the crashes began. I.'m going to reload. 40 and see if i can matlog it.
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Hi.
Same here.
How can I get the error log only from the xda application?
I don't have root.
Salu2
No idea if this is helpful but it captures the short time of enabling matlog> launching home >launching xda. 40> being kicked back to home (xda crashes) > recent app to matlog > stop matlog
Edit neither xda app nor web will let me post the log, gonna try the computer
edit2 computer same thing can attach file but it doesn't show
Nergal di Cuthah said:
No idea if this is helpful but it captures the short time of enabling matlog> launching home >launching xda. 40> being kicked back to home (xda crashes) > recent app to matlog > stop matlog
Edit neither xda app nor web will let me post the log, gonna try the computer
edit2 computer same thing can attach file but it doesn't show
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Thanks.
I already got the application event log.
I did it with the logcat extreme application giving it permissions by adb.
It's insane to see the error related information at 2.15MB in plain text.
I leave it to the devs of the app solving the problem.
As long as version 38 continues to work properly.
Salu2
2.15.40 crashing on start for me.
Android 11
OnePlus7t
LineageOS
Log here > https://pastebin.com/awbzdGQc
Hi.
New version 2.15.41 fix the problem finally.
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Weird they didn't change the update date, i would have missed the release without your post