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Now, you can have your BlueStacks for Windows rooted automatically in less than 2 minutes!
Follow the instructions below to get started, any suggestions/comments are welcome.
Private message requesting for support will NOT be entertained, please try other rooting method if this tool doesn't work for you.
WARNING: TRY AT YOUR OWN RISK. I am not responsible for any brick or data loss caused by this tool.
FEATURES OVERVIEW
BlueStacks Auto Rooter / Unlocker
Full Unroot (Helper for BS)
De-bloater (Auto Mode - Disable Only)
De-bloater (Auto Mode - Delete Permanently)
De-bloater (Manual Mode - Disable, Delete, Skip or Re-Enable)
Superuser / SuperSU Installer & Updater (Helper for BS)
Xposed Framework Installer & Updater (Helper for BS)
Apk Installer (Wrapper)
Multi / Mass Apks Installer (Wrapper)
Hosts File Updater / Injector
Build.prop Updater / Injector
Auto Updates Disabler
Dirty Uninstaller
Full Factory Reset
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BASIC REQUIREMENTS
* BlueStacks App Player Beta for Windows 0.7.4.x - 0.8.11.x only.
* Your BlueStacks MUST be able to run smoothly on the system running this tool. (Especially self-rooting)
* And of cause, some free space on your harddisk for temporary storage and backups.
* For detailed requirements of each task / feature, please refer to the requirement section under it's own topic.
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TESTED VERSIONS
Personally tested on the following versions:
BlueStacks Beta v0.8.11.3116 on Win 7 x32
BlueStacks Beta v0.8.10.3096 on Win 7 x32
BlueStacks Beta v0.8.9.3088 on Win 7 x32
BlueStacks Beta v0.8.8.8006 on Win 7 x32
BlueStacks Beta v0.8.7.3066 on Win 7 x32
BlueStacks Beta v0.8.6.3059 on Win 7 x32
BlueStacks Beta v0.8.5.3042 on Win 7 x32 & x64
BlueStacks Beta v0.8.4.3036 on Win 7 x32 & x64
BlueStacks Beta v0.8.3.3026 on Win 7 x32 & x64
BlueStacks Beta v0.8.1.3011 on Win 7 x32
BlueStacks Beta v0.7.13.899 on Win 7 x32
BlueStacks Beta v0.7.6.802 on Win 7 x32
BlueStacks Beta v0.7.4.788 on Win 7 x32
Users Reported Working Versions :
BlueStacks Beta v0.8.9.3088 on Windows 7, 8.1 x64
BlueStacks Beta v0.8.7.3069 on Windows 7, 8 x64
BlueStacks Beta v0.8.6.3059 on Windows 7 x64
BlueStacks Beta v0.8.4.3036 on Windows 8.1 x32 & x64
BlueStacks Beta v0.8.3.3026 on Windows 8.1 x32 & x64
BlueStacks Beta v0.8.3.3026 on Windows XP x32
BlueStacks Beta v0.7.11.885 on Windows 7 x32
* Feel free to report your working configuration so that i can add to this list.
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DOWNLOADS & CHANGELOG
2013/12/12, BSAutoRooter v1.03 - First public preview version.
2013/12/15, BSAutoRooter v1.04 - Major bug fix & improvement!
2013/12/18, BSAutoRooter v1.04r2 - Added SuperSU installer/updater & unroot helper function.
2013/12/19, BSAutoRooter v1.04r3 - Now ChainsDD Superuser can be used too; Win XP is now supported.
2013/12/29, BSAutoRooter v1.04r5 - Raised time limit to support slower machine; Support BS up to version 0.8.4.
2014/01/14, BS MultiTool v1.05 - Complete overhaul. Now support Xposed, De-bloater, and many more features.
2014/01/19, BS MultiTool v1.05r2 - Added 'Restore Backup' and manual Debloat mode.
2014/01/21, BS MultiTool v1.05r3 - Added Xposed & Superuser Installer/Updater to main menu; Minor bug fix.
2014/01/28, BS MultiTool v1.05r4 - Added 0.8.5 support.
2014/02/08, BS MultiTool v1.05r5 - Added Superuser X support. (Posible fix for AMD Athlon users)
2014/02/09, BS MultiTool v1.05r6 - Fixed a bug in Xposed Installer Helper function, now should works with arm libs too.
2014/02/09, BS MultiTool v1.05r7 - Fixed broken Xposed Installer Helper function since previous release.
2014/02/27, BS MultiTool v1.06 - Added support for non-standard UserData's path; Minor bug fix.
2014/03/12, BS MultiTool v1.06r1 - Added 0.8.7 support.
2014/04/22, BS MultiTool v1.07 - Major release. Added hosts/build.prop updater.
2014/05/09, BS MultiTool v1.20 - Now with express rooting engine; Support up to BS 0.8.9.
2014/05/21, BS MultiTool v1.20r1 - Improved rooting engine; Fixed bug in debloater.
2014/05/24, BS MultiTool v1.20r2 - Added 0.8.10 support; Minor bug fix.
2014/06/29, BS MultiTool v1.21 - Major release. Added few new features. Support BS 0.8.11.
2014/07/03, BS MultiTool v1.21r1 - Bugfix release.
Chainfire SuperSU, Latest (Recommended; Link to official thread)
ChainsDD Superuser v3.2a (Optional; Modded, for BS only; AMD processor users MUST use this)
BlueStacks Offline Installer MSI (Could be useful if you have slow internet connection)
Google Apps Installer for BlueStacks (Installer apk; Can be used to add gapps to your BS)
SkipGraphicsDriverCheck.zip (Self explained: Disable graphic driver check during FE start-up)
BlueStacks 0.8.11.3116.msi - BSMT last supported BS version (141.05 MB) (Mirror #2: d-h.st)
* Note: Official download link for 0.8.11 is gone, above are mirrors; check downloaded file's size before you run it.
BlueStacks Net Blocker v1.03 - Added systray support.
BlueStacks Tweaker v1.5 / BlueStacks Tweaker v3.12 by @AJacobs (Changelog)
WARNING: Direct linking / sharing this rooter program on other forum / file host is NOT permitted.
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COMMONS FAQ (IMPORTANT INFO, PLEASE READ!)
Q: Why this tool? Why should i use this tool instead of other available method to get root for BlueStacks?
A: Well, this tool is a time saver! With this tool, you no longer have to spend minutes to hours DIY rooting or downloading hundreds MB of the pre-rooted images.
Q: How did you come up with this tool?
A: Well, let's just say i got a thought in my head since years ago, wondering "Why would you need another linux to root BS while you already have one that can do the same job? The BlueStacks itself!".
Q: How long it takes to get rooted with this tool?
A: The actual rooting process should take less than 2 minutes to complete, however on slower machine it could takes longer..
Q: I can see Root.fs being resized, and why 320 MB?
A: 320 MB for /system is more than enough for normal users, prior to BS ICS version it give ~167 MB free space! and for ICS you get ~48 MB..
Q: 320 MB for /system is not enough for me, i need to install lots of system apps!
A: Once unlocked, you can use tool like TopoResize to resize Root.fs
Q: I feel that my BS is running slower after rooted using this tool, can i undo or return to stock BS give me?
A: Yes, If you got rooted using this tool, you can use the newly added feature 'Restore Backup' in MultiTool to restore back to stock image.
A: Alternatively, you can also rename the backup file 'Root.fs.BAK' back to 'Root.fs', you can find the backup in one of following folder:
%ProgramData%\BlueStacks\Android\ (Vista+)
C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\BlueStacks\Android\ (XP)
C:\Documents and Settings\{USER}\Application Data\BlueStacks\Android\ (XP)
Q: I would like to use SuperSU instead of the older Superuser, but the tool keep choosing the later one??!
A: The tool auto select the last 'UPDATE-Super*' zip found in the tool folder based on filename sorting.
A: Alternatively, once unlocked with this tool you can simply drag & drop to install your desire superuser app at any time.
Q: My SuperSU stops working properly after it got updated from Google Play Store??!!!
A: DO NOT update Superuser app directly, you are adviced to disable 'Auto Update Apps' feature under Google Play settings menu.
A: Some apps like SuperSU and Xposed cannot be updated using the usual way on BS, use my tool to update instead.
Q: I got an error 'BlueStacks is missing necessary files / features, what should i do?
A: First, make sure your BS is installed and running properly, second, check your security/antivirus software that might block access to file.
Q: I got an error 'Unable to communicate with BlueStacks', what should i do?
A: Certain firewall software such as Comodo, BitDefender will block local connection too, so you must add this tool to it's white-list.
Q: I got an error 'This SuperSU is not compatible with your system' -or- 'No su binary found'! what should i do?
A: Please try to use ChainsDD Superuser provided by this thread (Under downloads section).
Q: I got an error 'Could not complete rooting task #...', 'Timed out while...', what should i do?
A: 1) You are adviced to disconnect from internet temporary prior to running this tool. (Stops apps from (up|down)loading...)
A: 2) Try to remove or kill all unnecessary apps prior to running this tool. (Free some resources)
Q: The tool said rooting was successful, but non of the root apps is working! SuperSU shows 'No SU binary installed' error!
A: At the moment only ChainsDD Superuser has been found working with your APU. (UPDATE-Superuser-v3.2a.zip)
Q: After i ran 'Auto Debloater', my BS shows nothing except black screen, what should i do?
A: Please Install a custom launcher prior to debloating, otherwise you have no launcher when default one get disabled.
A: My personal recommendation is Holo Launcher HD, which seems to works well with BS.
Q: There is no gapps (Google Apps: PlayStore, G+, etc) in my BS after i got rooted with this tool?
A: Please follow THIS instructions to install gapps on your BS.
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TODO IN COMING UPDATES
Add option to resize /system according to user input. CANCELLED
Add option to update hosts file directly using drag & drop. DONE!
Add 'ROM Customizer' function, something like binary-updater.
Maybe this too - Multi-Users mode, if there is enough free time. (But i think BS team is going to release this feature anytime soon.)
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CREDITS
Chainfire - SuperSU
ChainsDD - Superuser
bitcubate / Robert N. - Superuser X
rovo89 - Xposed Framework
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WARNING: DO NOT hotlinking or upload these files to other file host / forum. Thank you.
Main Features
Feature: #1) BlueStacks Auto Rooter / Unlocker
REQUIREMENTS
Untouched system image 'Root.fs' (NOT using any other pre-rooted files.)
Must have over 360 MB free space left on your /data partition.
WHAT IT DOES
Create a new rewritable /system (Default: Read-only for /system)
Resize /system to 320MB (Default: 300MB, but pointless because of the read-only FS)
Add Superuser apk & binary of your choice. (Default: limited su binary only)
HOW TO USE
UPDATE: AMD users, skip instructions for step 1 below and download UPDATE-Superuser-v3.2a.zip instead.
1) Download this tool under 'Download' section below and also Chainfire's latest SuperSU.
Choose the 'CWM / TWRP / MobileODIN installable ZIP' version.
Extract this program and add the downloaded 'UPDATE-SuperSU-*.zip' to the program folder.
NOTE: The attached Superuser in this thread is to be used as a fallback only, download SuperSU instead.
2) (Re)Start BlueStacks, wait until it is fully loaded, then run MultiTool and press 1.
WARNING: DO NOT stop this tool in the middle of the rooting process.
Follow the instructions on the screen carefully.
Run this tool as Administrator if your current user account is restricted.
Your BlueStacks will be restarted several times to accomplished the tasks, do not close or stop it.
For older versions of BlueStacks, press 'Yes' immediately when prompted if you want to Quit.
EXPECTED OUTPUT:
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Feature: #2) Full Unroot Helper for BS
REQUIREMENTS
Unlocked/Rooted 'Root.fs' (Prefer Root.fs rooted with this tool, although other pre-rooted should work too)
PURPOSE:
This function helps you to further clean your system by removing root related leftover files on system.
Could be useful if you need to run apps that check & block your device if your device is rooted.
HOW TO USE
1) Execute 'Unroot / Full Unroot' provided by your Superuser app. (If it is currently installed)
2) Run BS MultiTool, press '2' on main screen and follow the on screen instructions.
You may also need remove root related app, just in case the the above mentioned app detects root apps as well.
You can verify root status by using app like 'Root Checker', it should shows all RED to indicates root is not available.
EXPECTED OUTPUT:
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Feature: #3,4,5) De-bloater (Bundled Apps Remover)
REQUIREMENTS
Unlocked/Rooted 'Root.fs' (If you want to use 'Delete' mode)
IMPORTANT: Custom launcher MUST be installed first if you plan to disable/delete default launcher.
AVAILABLE MODES
3) Fully Automated, DISABLE all pre-defined bloat apps.
4) Fully Automated, DELETE all pre-defined bloat apps.
5) Manual Mode - You decide: DELETE, SKIP / ESC, ENABLE, Any other key = DISABLE
NOTES
Run this first if you have timed-out problem while rooting, especially for those who running BS on slow & old machine.
TIPS: Option '#3) Debloat (Disable Only)' can be executed on stock BS even you have not unlocked/rooted.
INFO: Currently there are around 15 pre-defined apps that will be processed by this tool.
This list is mostly apps that i don't need or don't use it, and more close to stock feel once custom launcher installed.
NOTE: DO NOT use Auto debloat mode if you use/need any of the bundled apps that come with BS.
EXPECTED OUTPUT (AUTO MODE):
EXPECTED OUTPUT (MANUAL MODE):
New in BSMT 1.21: Re-enable disabled bloat app with 'E'.
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Feature: #6) Superuser Installer / Updater for BS
REQUIREMENTS
Unlocked/Rooted 'Root.fs' (Prefer Root.fs rooted with this tool, although other pre-rooted should work too)
Must have at least 1 MB free space left on your /system partition.
Superuser apk of your choice. ('UPDATE-SuperSU-*.zip' or 'UPDATE-Superuser-*.zip')
WHAT IT DOES
Allow you to install new Superuser app. (Eg: From ChainsDD's Superuser to Chainfire's SuperSU, and vice versa)
Update your existing Superuser app to latest version. (DO NOT update directly through PlayStore!)
For ChainsDD superuser, a clean (re)installation will be used, and only the one attached in this thread can be used.
For SuperSU, existing installation will be updated, thus your authorized apps database should remains after the update.
For a completely clean install, use the 'Full Unroot' feature under SuperSU settings to remove it, then reinstall using this tool.
HOW TO USE
Simply drag & drop the latest 'UPDATE-Super*.zip' to this tool & follow the on screen instructions.
TIPS: There is no need to run this tool first, simple drag & drop the zip file to program icon in folder.
NOTE: If drag & drop is not working properly please use option 'S' under main menu.
EXPECTED OUTPUT:
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Feature: #7) Xposed Framework Installer Helper for BS
REQUIREMENTS
Unlocked/Rooted 'Root.fs' (Prefer Root.fs rooted with this tool, although other pre-rooted should work too)
Must have at least 1 MB free space left on your /system partition.
Xposed Framework Installer apk ('de.robv.android.xposed.installer_*.apk')
HOW TO USE
1) Download rovo89's Xposed Framework Installer APK under it's download section.
latest.apk should be renamed automatically by server when you click the link to download.
Place downloaded 'de.robv.android.xposed.installer_*.apk' under the same folder with MultiTool.
2) Simply DRAG & DROP 'de.robv.android.xposed.installer_*.apk' to the MultiTool.
NOTE: If drag & drop is not working properly please use option 'X' under main menu.
You are adviced to disconnect from the internet temporary before running this step.
Follow instructions on the screen carefully.
3) Validate Install. (Success or Fail)
Once installed, open 'Xposed Installer' to check whether Xposed Framework is working properly.
If working your Xposed main page should looks like below. (Without the red warning message under Framework)
If failed, your Xposed will looks like below. (Red warning message)
If you see this you MUST uninstall the framework or else you won't be able to boot again after BS restart.
NOTE: Even app_process & XposedBridge.jar show active versions you MUST uninstall too.
Sorry to tell you the Xposed version used will not work for you, ignore step 4 and 5 below.
4) Disable Updates.
If successful, open "Xposed Installer" and go to it's [Settings] and UNcheck the [Enable downloads]
You are also adviced to disable updates for apps installed on BS under PlayStore settings menu.
Warning: DO NOT update or reinstall the framework or else your BS might not be able to start normally again.
5) Install & Activate the Modules.
Activate the newly installed modules by ticking the checkbox under [Modules] page.
Some modules might need a restart before changes take effect / function properly.
Sample: Module "XhaloFloatingWindow" by @zst123
For more information about Xposed Framework, please visit their respective thread. Modules repo can be found HERE.
Please check whether the module support ICS first before install, module like GravityBox that needs JB+ won't work.
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Feature: #8) Apk Installer (Wrapper)
HOW TO USE
Simply DRAG & DROP ' an .apk to BS MultiTool.
NOTE: This function is ONLY needed if your .apk does not get associated with BS properly.
TIPS: There is no need to run this tool first, simply drag & drop the apk file to program icon in folder.
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Feature: #9) Multi / Mass Apk Installer (Wrapper)
HOW TO USE
Simply DRAG & DROP ' a folder containing .apk files to BS MultiTool.
To those who think the Apk Installer in this tool is useless because you can simply double click the apk to install, now what do you think?
TIPS: There is no need to run this tool first, simply drag & drop any dir containing apk files to program icon in folder.
NOTE: Only top dir under the dropped dir will be scanned for apk files, files in sub dirs are ignored.
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Feature: #10) Hosts File Updater / Injector
REQUIREMENTS
Unlocked/Rooted 'Root.fs' (Prefer Root.fs rooted with this tool, although other pre-rooted should work too)
PURPOSE:
This function help you to update/inject your edited hosts file directly to your BS.
Could be useful if you need to add custom domain names to resolver or to block ads (Eg: using MoaAB).
HOW TO USE
1) Place your updated 'hosts' file under the same directory with MultiTool.
TIPS: To grab a copy of 'hosts' file currently in use by system, create and use an empty 'hosts' file instead.
TIPS: You can create multiple hosts profiles by naming it as hosts1, hosts2, hosts3.txt, etc.
TIPS: You can easily edit 'hosts' file with any text tool that support unix line ending like Notepad++, etc.
2) Simply drag & drop the 'hosts' file to MultiTool or enter 'H' on main menu.
Retrieving (BlueStacks -> Computer)
Updating (Computer -> BlueStacks)
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Feature: #11) Build.prop Updater / Injector
REQUIREMENTS
Unlocked/Rooted 'Root.fs' (Prefer Root.fs rooted with this tool, although other pre-rooted should work too)
PURPOSE:
This function help you to update/inject your edited build.prop file directly to your BS.
Could be useful if you need to add/change new setting, eg: Change device brand, model, or to add 'ro.sf.lcd_density', etc.
HOW TO USE
WARNING: Use with caution. Wrong edit / invalid build.prop could make your BS unbootable. Use at your own risk.
1) Place your updated 'build.prop' under the same directory with MultiTool.
TIPS: To grab a copy of 'build.prop' currently in use by system, create and use an empty 'build.prop' instead.
TIPS: You can create multiple build.prop profiles by naming it as build1.prop, build2.prop, etc.
TIPS: You can easily edit 'build.prop' file with any text tool that support unix line ending like Notepad++ etc.
2) Simply drag & drop the 'build.prop' file to MultiTool or enter 'B' on main menu.
3) Please do a FULL restart on BlueStacks for the changes to take effect.
To do that simply right click BS tray icon and choose [Restart].
Retrieving (BlueStacks -> Computer)
Updating (Computer -> BlueStacks)
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Feature: #12) Auto Updates Disabler
REQUIREMENTS
Administrator's right *might* be needed if your current user account is restricted.
PURPOSE:
Disable BS auto updater - Keep your current version without update enforcement/notification.
Disable Graphic Card driver check - Stop nagging about outdated graphic drivers.
TIPS: Updating GPU driver is not a bad idea, but make sure you use latest stable and not beta driver.
OUTPUT:
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Feature: #13) Dirty Uninstaller
REQUIREMENTS
Administrator's right *might* be needed if your current user account is restricted.
WARNING: DO NOT use this if you have any Non-BS program that has the word 'Notification Center' in it's name.
PURPOSE:
ONLY needed if you have problem reinstalling BlueStacks, not for failed installation, eg: system not supported, compatible issues etc.
Fix reinstallation issues by removing ALL registry entries leftover by BlueStacks & Notification Center after uninstallation.
Eg: error 'Uh oh - BlueStacks cannot be installed on this PC because you already have this version installed.'
Why 'dirty'? Oh well, because this tool has nothing to do with uninstalling the actual program, or removing the files, indeed,
...it stimulate uninstalled effect by tricking the setup program to *think* the program is not installed, even though it's installed.
HOW TO USE:
WARNING: Experimental feature. For expert user only, use with caution and try at your own risk.
1) Run your BlueStacks Built-In uninstaller from Control Panel.
NOTE: You will also need to uninstall 'Notification Center' which is also a BS program.
TIPS: You can also use your favorite helper program such as Revo Uninstaller, CCleaner, etc to uninstall.
2) Start BSMT and press '7' to start Dirty Uninstaller.
You will be given an option to continue or abort. To abort you can simply close the program window.
If you choose to continue, the cleaning will begin.
NOTE: The tool will try to create a registry backup for entries that will be removed. (RegistryBackup.reg)
TIPS: The backup can be found under the same dir with BSMT, double click the registry file and answer YES to restore.
3) Once completed, restart your computer and delete any left over files found in:
%TEMP%\bst*
%ProgramFiles%\BlueStacks\*
%ProgramFiles(x86)%\BlueStacks\*
%ProgramData%\BlueStacks\*
-OR- your customized installation/data path.
4) You may now retry to install BlueStacks, using offline installer is preferable & recommended.
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Feature: #14) Full Factory Reset
REQUIREMENTS
Administrator's right *might* be needed if your current user account is restricted.
PURPOSE:
If you tried the 'Factory Reset' in your running BS you should have know that it didn't work as expected.
With this tool you can stimulate a factory reset effect similar to clearing your data/sdcard partitions.
HOW TO USE:
WARNING: Experimental feature. For expert user only, use with caution and try at your own risk.
1) Backup your apps & data, sync your contacts, messages, settings, etc.
NOTE: All apps that were installed after BS first start will be deleted, including it's shortcut on Windows.
2) Prepare needed apk files to be reinstalled, eg: custom launcher, GApps Installer, etc.
I recommend Holo Launcher HD, works well with both BS 0.7 & 0.8. (Need some customization to make it looks nice)
TIPS: Link to download gapps installer (Play Store, Play Services) can be found in first post.
3) Start BSMT and press 'F' to start Full Factory Reset.
You will be given an option to continue or abort. To abort you can simply close the program window.
Next, you will be given an option whether to backup existing data or not, please decide wisely!
INFO: If your data/sdcard are full the backup could takes 16GB!! Make sure you have enough space!
Once you have chosen the backup option the actual reset will begin.
Default unrooted state will be restored for BS v0.8.11 and above, for other versions, root will be kept.
TIPS: If you ran debloater before and deleted default BS launcher, you might get black screen on first boot,
... to solve that, simply drop your custom launcher apk file to BSMT to install and get back your HOME screen.
If you have chosen to create backup, the backup path will be given when the reset job done, please copy it down.
TIPS: You can copy & paste the path in your address bar to navigate to the backup dir.
Please delete any backup that is no longer needed to save some space.
4) Once completed, you may start your BlueStacks.
INFO: The first boot after reset will take much longer than usual to boot as files need to be copied.
If first boot failed, please restart your computer and try to start BS again.
If somehow the reset did not work and your BS could not be started, please restore from backup manually.
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hi there,
very interested in this project since I'm running macro on a game everyday.
when i tried to use your tool to root, it says "ERROR: Could not comlete rooting task #1" in red words
i'm using 0.8.3.3026, win7 x64 already used adminiatrator right.
hopefully this can be resolved
much thanks!
pakudaboy said:
hi there,
very interested in this project since I'm running macro on a game everyday.
when i tried to use your tool to root, it says "ERROR: Could not comlete rooting task #1" in red words
i'm using 0.8.3.3026, win7 x64 already used adminiatrator right.
hopefully this can be resolved
much thanks!
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Same here. Windows 8.1 x64. Ran as admin.
New Update
Hey guys, sorry if you tried the first version but it didn't work for you.
There was a big mistake in the earlier release which i believe has caused ALL version to fail during the root process.
It wasn't my code didn't work but the bug was caused by the optimization engine & configuration i used, apologize for that.
With the 1.04 release the problem should have been fixed, also tested on Windows 7 x64, it should work just fine even without Administrator right.
But as i said the program is still under early beta stage so please feel free to report any bug, if you get error message when rooting, please let me know the last message before the error message so i can do follow up.
Also appreaciate if you can report your successful rooted version.
Thank you.
codelover said:
Hey guys, sorry if you tried the first version but it didn't work for you.
There was a big mistake in the earlier release which i believe has caused ALL version to fail during the root process.
It wasn't my code didn't work but the bug was caused by the optimization engine & configuration i used, apologize for that.
With the 1.04 release the problem should have been fixed, also tested on Windows 7 x64, it should work just fine even without Administrator right.
But as i said the program is still under early beta stage so please feel free to report any bug, if you get error message when rooting, please let me know the last message before the error message so i can do follow up.
Also appreaciate if you can report your successful rooted version.
Thank you.
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Thanks for creating this little tool. Will test the new version now and report back. Your work is really appreciated
EDIT: Amazing! v1.04 rooted my BlueStacks v0.8.3 successfully on Windows 8.1 x64. Thanks a million!
Awesome! Rooted on BS 8.3 on windows 8.1 x32 bit! Thank you much for doing this!
Ok, this might sound like a strange request but... is there a way to fully unroot BlueStacks? The reason I ask is because in order to check my companies corporate email I have to use a third party app called AirWatch and even with a stock/clean BlueStacks install it detects it as being rooted as do other root checking apps like "Root Checker" by joeykrim for example. Anyways a way to do the opposite of what this currently does would be amazeballs for me.
voluptuary said:
Ok, this might sound like a strange request but... is there a way to fully unroot BlueStacks? The reason I ask is because in order to check my companies corporate email I have to use a third party app called AirWatch and even with a stock/clean BlueStacks install it detects it as being rooted as do other root checking apps like "Root Checker" by joeykrim for example. Anyways a way to do the opposite of what this currently does would be amazeballs for me.
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Surprisingly joeykrim's Root Checker is one of the root checker that correctly detects BS as a 'rooted' device.
The fact is BS does come pre-rooted even since the GB versions of it, only that you have limited access due to read-only /system.
While doing a FULL unroot is very easy once you get fully rooted with unlocked /system, the problem still lies on the AirWatch app itself.
It's unknown how the 'compromised' detection works, there could be an emulator detection as well, who knows.
Perhaps i can try to include a full unroot function when i convert this tool to multi-functions utility.
But as a reminder, doing so might against their/your companies rules. (Either faking device rooted status or running in emulator)
codelover said:
Surprisingly joeykrim's Root Checker is one of the root checker that correctly detects BS as a 'rooted' device.
The fact is BS does come pre-rooted even since the GB versions of it, only that you have limited access due to read-only /system.
While doing a FULL unroot is very easy once you get fully rooted with unlocked /system, the problem still lies on the AirWatch app itself.
It's unknown how the 'compromised' detection works, there could be an emulator detection as well, who knows.
Perhaps i can try to include a full unroot function when i convert this tool to multi-functions utility.
But as a reminder, doing so might against their/your companies rules. (Either faking device rooted status or running in emulator)
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I don't think there is any emulator detection since I doubt the AirWatch folks bothered to code that in for the 0.000001% of us trying to run this draconian crap within Windows so we can avoid having our personal devices/privacy totally invaded simply because we need to check our company email. If it was a company issued phone/tablet then sure do whatever but it's not so... yea that's getting off topic a bit. As for the 'compromised" issue it specifically states that it is compromised because of being rooted. Company policy isn't restricting what devices are used it just mandates that they be Android 3.0 or later and not rooted.
Anyways, thanks first for the root tool, which is very helpful, and second for taking the time to respond and consider my request.
New Update - BlueStacks Auto Rooter v1.04 revision 2
I am glad to announce that BS Auto Rooter has reach another milestone, v1.04r2 will brings below new functionality:
+ SuperSU Installer / Updater
+ Full Unroot Helper
Refer post #2 for more info.
@voluptuary , if that doesn't work you're probably out of luck. :X
This Info may be wrong. Please correct it, if its wrong
codelover said:
For older versions of BlueStacks, press 'Yes' immediately when prompted if you want to Quit.
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I think here we should press 'No', instead of 'Yes'
Because I got Error #2 while rooting Bluestacks and pressing 'Yes' Button.
I got Bluestacks rooted when i denied to quit Bluestacks with 'No' Button both time.
Whatever Thanks for this amazing tool
New Update: BS Auto Rooter v1.04 revision 3
Updated to allow rooting/installation using the old ChainsDD Superuser in case SuperSU did not work or not compatible on your system.
If you already rooted with my tool simply drag & drop the UPDATE-Superuser4BS-v3.2.zip provided in OP to my tool.
gdjindal said:
I think here we should press 'No', instead of 'Yes'
Because I got Error #2 while rooting Bluestacks and pressing 'Yes' Button.
I got Bluestacks rooted when i denied to quit Bluestacks with 'No' Button both time.
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It was a bug instead, which happen after i done some modification to better handling the quiting process for newer versions.
As i said the new version has not been tested on older BS, anyway, thanks for reporting, fixed now. Users should click YES instead.
Btw why you have not updated to ICS? if i remember correctly the confirmation dialog only exists for versions prior to v0.7.1x, correct?
I might need to withdraw support for older version in the future...
I tried your latest tool with latest bluestacks
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It was a bug instead, which happen after i done some modification to better handling the quiting process for newer versions.
As i said the new version has not been tested on older BS, anyway, thanks for reporting, fixed now. Users should click YES instead.
Btw why you have not updated to ICS? if i remember correctly the confirmation dialog only exists for versions prior to v0.7.1x, correct?
I might need to withdraw support for older version in the future...
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Thnaks for reply,
I have updated BlueStacks to latest version. When I tried to root it I got following Error:-
if it is working very well with you, then help me what I have did wrong??
gdjindal said:
I have updated BlueStacks to latest version. When I tried to root it I got following Error:-
if it is working very well with you, then help me what I have did wrong??
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Have you tried the recommendation on FAQ sections?
Error on task #4 indicates the system is running too slow and the task could not be completed within the given time period, hence 80s,
which i think is more than enough since an old core2duo 2.x ghz processor can complete task #4 in less than 20s.
Some users reported to me that they managed to fix the error by temporary stopping some Windows program such as anti-virus when rooting.
Please take note that any program that has massive read/write operations to disk could cause the rooting process #4 to fail, especially on old system.
codelover said:
I am glad to announce that BS Auto Rooter has reach another milestone, v1.04r2 will brings below new functionality:
+ SuperSU Installer / Updater
+ Full Unroot Helper
Refer post #2 for more info.
@voluptuary , if that doesn't work you're probably out of luck. :X
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Awesome! I'll give it a go sometime this weekend. Thanks for the super quick turnaround. The next $5 amazon credit I earn from bing rewards will be yours (i'll pm you with it) as a little thank you.
codelover said:
Superuser Installer & Updater
UPDATE: Now you can use the original ChainsDD Superuser too!
Allow you to install or update your Superuser, as long as your Root.fs or /system is already unlocked.
By default this tool will update your SuperSU, meaning your authorized apps database will remains after the update.
For a clean database, use the 'Full Unroot' feature under SuperSU settings to remove it, then reinstall using this tool.
For ChainsDD, a clean (re)installation will always be used since some user data file need to updated as well.
HOW TO USE: Simply drag & drop the latest 'UPDATE-Super*.zip' to this tool & follow the instructions.
Full Unroot Helper
Could be useful if you need to run apps that check/block for rooted devices.
It can help you to remove some uncommon root related files in the system left by BS.
You also need to run 'Unroot' feature provided by your Superuser app, such as 'Full Unroot' in SuperSU to fully unroot.
Also try to remove root related app such as Root Explorer, etc, just in case the the app detect root app as well.
Root checker app should show all RED after that, if you are lucky maybe you can run the above mentioned app.
HOW TO USE: Simply drag & drop an empty text file 'unroot.txt' to this tool would do the job.
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Great... Now how to get rid of the BS channels... When it's not connected to the internet, it keeps trying to poll to repopulate the BS-channels. This is a major issue with BS.
robertkjr3d said:
Great... Now how to get rid of the BS channels... When it's not connected to the internet, it keeps trying to poll to repopulate the BS-channels. This is a major issue with BS.
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Thank you for trying my tool.
If you mean to disable BS-channels only when you are disconnected, i am sorry to tell you that's not possible without disabling the app itself because by design the app needs internet to function properly.
For your information i am currently working on a 'Stock Converter' feature, which by then you should be able to disable ALL apps that come with BS easily and have a closer stock ICS look, but you will also lost all BS functionality that comes with it such as their very own apps drawer.
In the meantime, you can disable related apps by using DISABLE function under [Settings] -> [Apps] -> [ALL] -> <TheApp> -> [DISABLE] whenever the app support it, a start-up manager app would also do the job.
P/S: Please DO NOT quote the whole post, i do not want any outdated information appears in other posts other then my own. Please edit it. TQ.
Has anyone been able to get the xposed framework installed. After I install xposed and reboot, bluestacks will hang at boot up. Anyone have any luck?
t436h05t said:
Has anyone been able to get the xposed framework installed. After I install xposed and reboot, bluestacks will hang at boot up. Anyone have any luck?
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First of all, this is NOT a BS support thread, for BS related question please use their official support @ https://getsatisfaction.com/bstk/
Second, as a reminder for those who share this program for download on other file hosts (especially those with paid url redirector),
please remove it as i have clearly stated it's PROHIBITED (NOT Allowed) to share this program download on any site other than XDA.
If you disobey the rules you will get your name blacklisted in the program itself for future versions. You have been WARNED.
If you do not like the rules please use other rooting method, there are lots of ways and tutorials available around.
Thank you for cooperation.
Hello
I purchased the App Fake GPS Location Spoofer Pro and want to move it to \System\priv-app\. (As suggested in the app)
what i have tryed so far:
1. Installing the app frome play store.
used Root Explorer to move Base.apk from data\app\com.incorporateapps.fakegps\ to system\priv-app and deleted the old folder in data\app
after rebooting, the apk is not in system\priv-app anymore also the installed icon is gone
2. tryed to install the app with (Mod Edit: reference to warez removed) as system app. but after reboot, no installed app. (i used the base.apk which i moved to sd-card, to install)
My Device:
HTC One M7
Android 5.0.2
H-Boot 1.61 S-On but unlocked Bootloader over HTC Dev
do i need s-off for it? And if yes, is there an other way then sunshine?
i hope you can help me.
thanks
I'm in the same boat with a rooted Note 4 on Android 6.01. Have you figured this out yet? Thanks.
My Solution
a4nd1y said:
Hello
I purchased the App Fake GPS Location Spoofer Pro and want to move it to \System\priv-app\. (As suggested in the app)
what i have tryed so far:
1. Installing the app frome play store.
used Root Explorer to move Base.apk from data\app\com.incorporateapps.fakegps\ to system\priv-app and deleted the old folder in data\app
after rebooting, the apk is not in system\priv-app anymore also the installed icon is gone
2. tryed to install the app with lucky patcher as system app. but after reboot, no installed app. (i used the base.apk which i moved to sd-card, to install)
My Device:
HTC One M7
Android 5.0.2
H-Boot 1.61 S-On but unlocked Bootloader over HTC Dev
do i need s-off for it? And if yes, is there an other way then sunshine?
i hope you can help me.
thanks
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jpfulton248 said:
I'm in the same boat with a rooted Note 4 on Android 6.01. Have you figured this out yet? Thanks.
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Once you move the app to system/priv-app reboot your device, it will disappear from the apps catalog (because now it's a system app).
Then browse with any root browser to the installation path I remember something like system/priv-app/com. .... there is a base.apk select ans REINSTALL the base.apk, it will prompt to UPDATE the app, allow it and reboot again, Tada you will see the app with system permission.
It took me a while to figure out the process, hope it helps.
Zeinc said:
Once you move the app to system/priv-app reboot your device, it will disappear from the apps catalog (because now it's a system app).
Then browse with any root browser to the installation path I remember something like system/priv-app/com. .... there is a base.apk select ans REINSTALL the base.apk, it will prompt to UPDATE the app, allow it and reboot again, Tada you will see the app with system permission.
It took me a while to figure out the process, hope it helps.
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Im running on the same problem, I used root explorer, but I couldnt find the fake GPs folder there either, it looks like it totally disappears. any help? Thanks
a4nd1y said:
Hello
I purchased the App Fake GPS Location Spoofer Pro and want to move it to \System\priv-app\. (As suggested in the app)
what i have tryed so far:
1. Installing the app frome play store.
used Root Explorer to move Base.apk from data\app\com.incorporateapps.fakegps\ to system\priv-app and deleted the old folder in data\app
after rebooting, the apk is not in system\priv-app anymore also the installed icon is gone
2. tryed to install the app with lucky patcher as system app. but after reboot, no installed app. (i used the base.apk which i moved to sd-card, to install)
My Device:
HTC One M7
Android 5.0.2
H-Boot 1.61 S-On but unlocked Bootloader over HTC Dev
do i need s-off for it? And if yes, is there an other way then sunshine?
i hope you can help me.
thanks
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1. Install it as normal apk.
2. Using any root explorer copy that app's folder from data/apps and paste into your priv-app (don't cut or move that folder, only copy). Then Reboot.
3. Now after reboot, go to settings and open installed apps. See if that app is there or not. If not then seleect "show system apps" option.
4. After finding that app. tap on it and select uninstall updates (or disable option if you can't find uninstall updates option there).
5. It will prompt you to replace with the factory version of that app. After selecting option "replace with factory version" enable the app again if you've disabled it. Then Finally reboot.
Done!
akhil093 said:
1. Install it as normal apk.
2. Using any root explorer copy that app's folder from data/apps and paste into your priv-app (don't cut or move that folder, only copy). Then Reboot.
3. Now after reboot, go to settings and open installed apps. See if that app is there or not. If not then seleect "show system apps" option.
4. After finding that app. tap on it and select uninstall updates (or disable option if you can't find uninstall updates option there).
5. It will prompt you to replace with the factory version of that app. After selecting option "replace with factory version" enable the app again if you've disabled it. Then Finally reboot.
Done!
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Does not work for me. everything I put in system/app or system/priv-app disappears on reboot, after reboot I can uninstall app left in data normally.
Mourdraug said:
Does not work for me. everything I put in system/app or system/priv-app disappears on reboot, after reboot I can uninstall app left in data normally.
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As I dai, don't "put" in system/app or priv/app. you have to copy the folder from data/app.
i think with disappearing he means that the icon is no longer on the android user-surface.
same problem here. even if i copy the whole folder into system/priv-app and dont erase it in data/app i can only uninstall the app normally (and then its no longer listed in apps, even though there is the copy of the folder in system/priv-app).
there is no option like "uninstall updates" or "replace with factory version". there is simply the button "uninstall" like with every other non-system-app.
Here's what I had to do on my Note 5 through t-mobile running Nougat with the March update. I rooted with Magisk and I used ES file Explorer to move, not copy because i guess that confused the app on which path to load from and breaks. After moving I needed to change the permissions to rx-r-r, which I did for both the base.apk and the app folder as well then rebooted just to make sure the changes stuck, but I used a different joystick. I used GPS JoyStick by the app ninjas which once in system mode can disable the gps and eliminate rubberband and has a lot more features than the other joysticks.
akhil093 said:
1. Install it as normal apk.
2. Using any root explorer copy that app's folder from data/apps and paste into your priv-app (don't cut or move that folder, only copy). Then Reboot.
3. Now after reboot, go to settings and open installed apps. See if that app is there or not. If not then seleect "show system apps" option.
4. After finding that app. tap on it and select uninstall updates (or disable option if you can't find uninstall updates option there).
5. It will prompt you to replace with the factory version of that app. After selecting option "replace with factory version" enable the app again if you've disabled it. Then Finally reboot.
Done!
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Many Many thanks ! Finally a procedure that work ! Great !
akhil093 said:
1. Install it as normal apk.
2. Using any root explorer copy that app's folder from data/apps and paste into your priv-app (don't cut or move that folder, only copy). Then Reboot.
3. Now after reboot, go to settings and open installed apps. See if that app is there or not. If not then seleect "show system apps" option.
4. After finding that app. tap on it and select uninstall updates (or disable option if you can't find uninstall updates option there).
5. It will prompt you to replace with the factory version of that app. After selecting option "replace with factory version" enable the app again if you've disabled it. Then Finally reboot.
Done!
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a little side note, but this worked for me.
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aNGERY said:
a little side note, but this worked for me.
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This method is not working for me i have tried exact steps i am using lexa fake gps still asking to use mock location.
DeniTx said:
This method is not working for me i have tried exact steps i am using lexa fake gps still asking to use mock location.
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same exact problem... i'm trying to do it via twrp, i even set permissions for the apk to chmod 644 and folder to 755, the app has the same permissions as all other system apps, and nothing..... it is there but i can't launch it
has anyone solved this?
a4nd1y said:
Hello
I purchased the App Fake GPS Location Spoofer Pro and want to move it to \System\priv-app\. (As suggested in the app)
what i have tryed so far:
1. Installing the app frome play store.
used Root Explorer to move Base.apk from data\app\com.incorporateapps.fakegps\ to system\priv-app and deleted the old folder in data\app
after rebooting, the apk is not in system\priv-app anymore also the installed icon is gone
2. tryed to install the app with lucky patcher as system app. but after reboot, no installed app. (i used the base.apk which i moved to sd-card, to install)
My Device:
HTC One M7
Android 5.0.2
H-Boot 1.61 S-On but unlocked Bootloader over HTC Dev
do i need s-off for it? And if yes, is there an other way then sunshine?
i hope you can help me.
thanks
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have you managed to solve this?
I'm having similar issues. All the posted solutions do not work for me. I've tried the xml permissions modifications as well that are on the apps home page and that does not work either. The system option is still greyed out for me. I have the app installed to system/priv-app as suggested and it opens and shows on my launcher just fine but the application itself will not detect that it's installed to system. Oreo 8.0.0 with magisk root. Please if anyone has something to try let me know. I've been searching for and trying solutions for over 5 hours now. I can't use mock locations because the application refuses to work with that enabled and the system ability to spoof gps is my only option
darkdaemon32 said:
I'm having similar issues. All the posted solutions do not work for me. I've tried the xml permissions modifications as well that are on the apps home page and that does not work either. The system option is still greyed out for me. I have the app installed to system/priv-app as suggested and it opens and shows on my launcher just fine but the application itself will not detect that it's installed to system. Oreo 8.0.0 with magisk root. Please if anyone has something to try let me know. I've been searching for and trying solutions for over 5 hours now. I can't use mock locations because the application refuses to work with that enabled and the system ability to spoof gps is my only option
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I am now running into the same problem, cannot "Enable System Mode" with the app. Using a browser I noticed that the folder for the cloned app version is different than the app that I named it; "com.tgmqqhposmr.xacn....."
Is this normal?
slingblade01 said:
I am now running into the same problem, cannot "Enable System Mode" with the app. Using a browser I noticed that the folder for the cloned app version is different than the app that I named it; "com.tgmqqhposmr.xacn....."
Is this normal?
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To answer my own question and others that may share the same question, yes, the randomly named app folder is correct when compared to working versions on android 8.0.
Also, the app is supposed to be located in the priv-app/ directory.
The problem in the additional steps posted by gps joystick's faq, specifically #4:
Additional Steps for Android Oreo (8.0) Users:
These are user submitted steps, so your mileage may vary.
1. Put GPS Joystick in “root/system_root/system/priv-app” and make sure file permissions are set to 0644
2. Create a text file called “privapp-permissions-com.theappninjas.gpsjoystick.xml”
and paste this into it:
<privapp-permissions package=”com.theappninjas.gpsjoystick”>
<permission name=”android.permission.INTERNET”/>
<permission name=”android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE”/>
<permission name=”android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION”/>
<permission name=”android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION”/>
<permission name=”android.permission.ACCESS_LOCATION_EXTRA_COMMANDS”/>
<permission name=”android.permission.ACCESS_MOCK_LOCATION”/>
<permission name=”android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW”/>
<permission name=”android.permission.INSTALL_LOCATION_PROVIDER”/>
<permission name=”android.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS”/>
<permission name=”android.permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS”/>
<permission name=”android.permission.CHANGE_COMPONENT_ENABLED_STATE”/>
<permission name=”com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES”/>
<permission name=”com.android.vending.BILLING”/>
<permission name=”android.permission.WAKE_LOCK”/>
<permission name=”com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE”/>
<permission name=”com.theappninjas.gpsjoystick.permission.C2D_MESSAGE”/>
</privapp-permissions>
3. Place the file at “root/system_root/system/etc/permissions/” and make sure permissions are set to 0644
4. Edit the file “root/system_root/system/etc/permissions/privapp-permissions-marlin.xml”
5. Add the same XML from Step 2 between the <permissions></permissions> tags and make sure permissions are set to 0644
6. Restart the device and confirm that the Enable System Mode is enabled in GPS JoyStick Settings.
Number 4 references an xml named marlin that belongs to the Pixel 1 XL. My phone, and others I suspect, does not have this file. I looked for a Taimen (Pixel 2XL) file but no luck.
Any ideas?
This last method FINALLY solved it for me on my Nexus 6P running Oreo. You only have to change "com.theappninjas.gpsjoystick" with the package name of the cloned app, something like "com.mksacniw.apoerslnose" (this is just an example). Follow the instructions carefully and rememeber to change the permissions of both files to rw-r--r-- (this is VERY IMPORTANT).
perfect
akhil093 said:
1. Install it as normal apk.
2. Using any root explorer copy that app's folder from data/apps and paste into your priv-app (don't cut or move that folder, only copy). Then Reboot.
3. Now after reboot, go to settings and open installed apps. See if that app is there or not. If not then seleect "show system apps" option.
4. After finding that app. tap on it and select uninstall updates (or disable option if you can't find uninstall updates option there).
5. It will prompt you to replace with the factory version of that app. After selecting option "replace with factory version" enable the app again if you've disabled it. Then Finally reboot.
Done!
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perfect works fine
None of the above worked for me (pixel on 8.0), what finally worked was the app systemizer terminal module in magisk, then installed turmex, ran these 5 commands and rebooted
1. su
2. systemize
3. (choice 1)
4.(the number of the app to systemize)
5. (The option for priv-app)
Hey guys,
I'm on OOS, rooted with TWRP and I want to uninstall Duo, Youtube Music, Drive and all this other pre-installed crap-apps.
TitaniumBackup does not work anymore (it fails to locate the apks when you click "uninstall") and the often quoted "uninstall system apps with adb"-method just removes the app from user space while it actually remains installed on the device in the root directory and keeps wasting space. So this method does not actually remove apps, it just sorta deactivates them in another way.
So, is there any known method to remove system apps?
Read up on how to use adb commands.. quite simple..
pm uninstall --user 0 package.name.example
You do need a laptop, it you don't have one this app is great... https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.draco.ladb
lilbrat said:
Read up on how to use adb commands.. quite simple..
pm uninstall --user 0 package.name.example
You do need a laptop, it you don't have one this app is great... https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.draco.ladb
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it is not for android 7 (i'm using android 7)
ai.Sanaul said:
it is not for android 7 (i'm using android 7)
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ADB still works .. or since your on 7 try this https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jumobile.manager.systemapp.pro.
Wait you weren't the original poster... But since he has TWRP installed he could just use the file manager and delete the files from there..
lilbrat said:
ADB still works .. or since your on 7 try this https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jumobile.manager.systemapp.pro.
Wait you weren't the original poster... But since he has TWRP installed he could just use the file manager and delete the files from there..
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and this is an alternative of Bloatware Remover app
but thanks for help i will try
lilbrat said:
Read up on how to use adb commands.. quite simple..
pm uninstall --user 0 package.name.example
You do need a laptop, it you don't have one this app is great... https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.draco.ladb
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As I've already written.. It does NOT really actually remove the apps from the device:
How to uninstall carrier/OEM bloatware without root access
If you want to get rid of carrier/OEM apps from your phone, here's how you can uninstall bloatware from your device without root access!
www.xda-developers.com
[...] applications truly aren’t fully uninstalled from your device. They are just being uninstalled for the current user (user 0 is the default/main user of the phone). [...]
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lilbrat said:
ADB still works .. or since your on 7 try this https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jumobile.manager.systemapp.pro.
Wait you weren't the original poster... But since he has TWRP installed he could just use the file manager and delete the files from there..
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Thanks, but according to my knowledge this cannot work either since the app does not require root access. And you cannot uninstall system apps without having root. It probably just follows an adb-like approach.
lilbrat said:
ADB still works .. or since your on 7 try this https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jumobile.manager.systemapp.pro.
Wait you weren't the original poster... But since he has TWRP installed he could just use the file manager and delete the files from there..
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That TWRP method sounds promising. Do you happen to know if all app related files are in one place or are they spread accross several folders?
haitower said:
That TWRP method sounds promising. Do you happen to know if all app related files are in one place or are they spread accross several folders?
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Now with all due respect, you asked for a suggestion on how to remove the apps, they were given to you, you used every reason why not to use them... Have you even tried the various methods or just "read" about them ? Trying out the methods given then verifying through TWRP file manager would be nice learning experience once you "read " up and tinker with TWRP's file manager and different file locations...
But please make a backup before you start and have necessary programs handy in case you remove the wrong file... as it can really ruin your day..
lilbrat said:
Now with all due respect, you asked for a suggestion on how to remove the apps, they were given to you, you used every reason why not to use them... Have you even tried the various methods or just "read" about them ? Trying out the methods given then verifying through TWRP file manager would be nice learning experience once you "read " up and tinker with TWRP's file manager and different file locations...
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It is simply NOT possible to uninstall system apps without root access. Thats why neither the adb method nor the other suggested app from questionable source can even work in theory. If it were otherwise, you would have found a major flaw in the android system, which, with all due respect, I doubt a tiny little bit.
You could also suggest to swim in a muddy pond for two days and look if this removed the system apps. But I hope you understand that I won't try that approach either because I prefer to not waste my time.
But thanks anyway for the TWRP idea, I'll look into that.
@haitower here's a Magisk module I use to remove a fair number of system apps. See the REPLACE variable in customize.sh
Use the magisk module "debloater". When you are done removing apps (don't really remove) just export the file. It will make text file in your storage. Then if you want to re-install any of the apps just reopen the app and import the file.
haitower said:
Hey guys,
I'm on OOS, rooted with TWRP and I want to uninstall Duo, Youtube Music, Drive and all this other pre-installed crap-apps.
TitaniumBackup does not work anymore (it fails to locate the apks when you click "uninstall") and the often quoted "uninstall system apps with adb"-method just removes the app from user space while it actually remains installed on the device in the root directory and keeps wasting space. So this method does not actually remove apps, it just sorta deactivates them in another way.
So, is there any known method to remove system apps?
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Maybe @BillGoss will help to clarify things a bit.
As far as i understand. On 8T (or better to say from Android 10 and latter) /system partition is read only and furthermore is located inside Super partition.
I suppose even with root access you will not be able to directly uninstall system apps without remounting /system/ as writable.
From Magisk manual we can learn that:
Since / is read-only on system-as-root devices, Magisk provides an overlay system to enable developers to replace files in rootdir or add new *.rc scripts. This feature is designed mostly for custom kernel developers.
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For each module, the folder $MODPATH/system will be recursively merged into the real /system; that is: existing files in the real system will be replaced by the one in modules’ system, and new files in modules’ system will be added to the real system.
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So as Magisk overlays modules /system folder to actual system with debloater module blank files android "thinks" those files specified in MODPATH/system don't exist.
Though a presume, in reality they are there.
So is magisk solutions really delete files from /system and not just "hide" them from Android?
haitower said:
Hey guys,
I'm on OOS, rooted with TWRP and I want to uninstall Duo, Youtube Music, Drive and all this other pre-installed crap-apps.
TitaniumBackup does not work anymore (it fails to locate the apks when you click "uninstall") and the often quoted "uninstall system apps with adb",method just removes the app from user space while it actually remains installed on the device in the root directory and keeps wasting space. So this method does not actually remove apps, it just sorta deactivates them in another way.
So, is there any known method to remove system apps?
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For Xiaomi phones, first install the “Hidden Settings for MIUI” app.
1. Open “Hidden Settings for MIUI.”
2. Go to “Manage applications” and find the application you want to disable.
3. Tap on the “Disable” button.
BillGoss said:
@haitower here's a Magisk module I use to remove a fair number of system apps. See the REPLACE variable in customize.sh
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Thank you, very reasonable and necessary.