[Q] Start Menu and Cortana aren't working. - Windows 10, 8, 7, XP etc.

I upgraded to Windows 10 from Windows 7 the day former was released for general public.
It worked fine for two days but now I'm facing a major bug.
Whenever I login to my account, a dialog box says "Start Menu and Cortana aren't working. We'll try to fix it the next time you sign in."
Now I can't multitask neither can I use Cortana. Even I'm unable to switch between apps through taskbar.
Any help would be appreciated.
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Image of dialog box.

Update: I booted into safe mood and it works fine in safe mood.
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Update: It's fixed now.
I booted into safe mood, used it for a while and then booted normally.

Ah, the mysterious art of Turning It Off and On Again, combined with a particular case of Save Mod.
Windows self-healing capabilities never cease to amaze me
anyway, glad that worked! :laugh:

Sheogorath said:
Ah, the mysterious art of Turning It Off and On Again, combined with a particular case of Save Mod.
Windows self-healing capabilities never cease to amaze me
anyway, glad that worked! :laugh:
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I can't agree anymore

Normally it happned to me when changing signing option on logging screen. So I suggest you to use first sign in method when u put after install win 10.

uninstall Avast antivirus, problem will be solve

I restarted windows explorer with task manager when it happened. Don't uninstall avast.
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Hello Guys.
Can I use cortana with Greek language?
Στάλθηκε από το SM-G900F μου χρησιμοποιώντας Tapatalk

permanent fix is here
umm this is the most common error of windows 10, almost every user is facing start menu and cortana issues. To get rid of this error, you have to restore all the factory settings. To do so you can use a command in a power shell or using a pre created registry file. head over to kickiteasy you will find the perfect solution. Cheers!
If It helped you, Please hit THANKS
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Umer520 said:
Update: I booted into safe mood and it works fine in safe mood.
Sent from my Moto G using XDA Free mobile app
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this will a temporary solution. To get a permanent fix to this, you have to restore the factory settings. You can do it with some command games using WIn powershell visit kickiteasy for the perfect solution.
you should give a thanks if it helps

Sometimes my Start screen stops from opening and I have to create another user is there any way of fixing it? it doesn't appear a dialog box, start screen just won't open

By chat support from Microsoft
Press at the same time ctrl + alt + canc
Select manage activities
Select "file" to top left and select new activities (if you don't view the file menu you press "view details").
In the new activity item you check the option "administrative privileges", and type in "CMD"
It will open a black screen where you will need to enter the following commands:
1:
dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
2:
sfc /scannnow
3:
Powershell
4:
Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers |Where-Object {$_.InstallLocation -like "*SystemApps*"} | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}
At the end restart the pc

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[Q] Disable Touch To Wake

Is there a way to disable touch to wake on my LG G Watch R?
I like to cross my arms and when wearing a t-shirt it constantly wakes the screen.
I want to avoid Theatre Mode as I want to be able to glance at the screen and see the time.
Any suggestion will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance
mark3180 said:
Is there a way to disable touch to wake on my LG G Watch R?
I like to cross my arms and when wearing a t-shirt it constantly wakes the screen.
I want to avoid Theatre Mode as I want to be able to glance at the screen and see the time.
Any suggestion will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance
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+1 intrested to this. I have a lg g watch r.
In Cinema Mode i have Touch2Wake disabled but watch dont show anything and does not vibrate. It becomes really useless if it does not vibrate In Cinema Mode.
mark3180 said:
Is there a way to disable touch to wake on my LG G Watch R?
I like to cross my arms and when wearing a t-shirt it constantly wakes the screen.
I want to avoid Theatre Mode as I want to be able to glance at the screen and see the time.
Any suggestion will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance
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I am also searching for this:good:
I've been looking everywhere for a solution to this. I hasn't even considered it as an issue, but just a couple of days is enough to make me realise this is a requirement. I can't believe it didn't come up in development! Aside from your own accidental touches, there's also the issue of inquisitive fingers from children touching that nice shiny screen... Tapping the side button to wake the screen would be perfect (whilst retaining the monochrome screen and notifications).
Cinema mode is really dumb. Just very poorly thought out. There has got to be a way to disable touch to wake. Or even enable vibrating notifications in cinema mode.
Yes there is a way
First you have to install twrp on your watch. Because you need the acces to some files. When you have installed, start in recovery mode, and go to mount and press system. Connect your watch to your computer and open adb,
adb root
adb push /system/usr/idc/sec_touchscreen.idc <choose where you want to have the file in your pc>
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Make a copy of the file, and open it with notepad++ or other file editor. YOU will se a think like this
# Copyright 2014 The Android Open Source Project
#
# 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.
#
# Input Device Calibration File for the Dory touch screen.
#
device.internal = 1
touch.deviceType = touchScreen
touch.orientationAware = 1
touch.wake = 1
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So remove the part of ( touch.wake = 1 ) and save (make first a copy of the file), Go to adb
adb pull <where you have the file> /system/usr/idc/
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Restat the watch and you will se that the screen is not goin to turn off, pressing the button of your watch. Restart other time the watch and go to recovery.
With the copy of the file, mount other time system on twrp and go to adb
adb pull <where you have the copy> /system/usr/idc/
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Restart the watch other time. This work for my, but i am using an alpha for gear 2 neo with android, so probably this might be a bug.
dataonlycod said:
First you have to install twrp on your watch. Because you need the acces to some files. When you have installed, start in recovery mode, and go to mount and press system. Connect your watch to your computer and open adb,
Make a copy of the file, and open it with notepad++ or other file editor. YOU will se a think like this
So remove the part of ( touch.wake = 1 ) and save (make first a copy of the file), Go to adb
Restat the watch and you will se that the screen is not goin to turn off, pressing the button of your watch. Restart other time the watch and go to recovery.
With the copy of the file, mount other time system on twrp and go to adb
Restart the watch other time. This work for my, but i am using an alpha for gear 2 neo with android, so probably this might be a bug.
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After you restart the second time you can use the button to wake and not the touch screen?? I will try this then thank you.
-RioT- said:
After you restart the second time you can use the button to wake and not the touch screen?? I will try this then thank you.
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Yep you can use it to wake up the device. But as I say, make a backup because this happen with my alpha of the gear 2 neo, so probably this is not going to work with other devices. Just in case xD
Works for me on LG G Watch R
The file name is different "synaptics_rmi4_i2c.idc"
Same edit, copied to sdcard and moved in recovery to /system/usr/idc/ as mentioned above.
I have swipe menu still available and I can swipe down for the quick toggles.
Button is used to wake (and I use screen always on)
Going to be interesting how this performs in the shower and in general. Thanks to the suggestion posted.
Any update on this after using it for a while? Looking to apply this to my LG G watch R running the Urbane port.
Ok well i tried it any ways and i still have the problem when my arms are crossed my arm starts doing things on my watch...
Starting from version 1.6 this app supports wake on touch changing - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sssemil.advancedsettings (here is apk - View attachment AdvancedSettings-v1.6-11.apk)
I downloaded the advanced settings app tried the disable touch wake... it doesn't wake but you can still scroll notifications and long press to change the face.
Any chance of completely turning off the touch screen while in sleep...
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castructuraleng said:
I tried the Advanced Settings app on my LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition with Android 6.0.1, which is not rooted. It has an option for "Touch to wake screen" that I tried to set to "off"; however, when I go back to look at it, it is always set to "on". Do I need to root to have this stay, or is the app just not compatible with 6.0.1?
Update... just answered my own question. It appears you need to be rooted to do this.
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Yep, it works on Marshmallow 6.0.1 when Rooted. Just tested it on my Huawei Watch.
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I installed "Showear". You can set a simple touch pattern to unlock the watch. Crossing your arms will no longer trigger any action on your watch (except making the screen on).
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Hi m8. I've done this on my LG urbane and works just fine ty a lot... but i modified a little your steps...
1) My lg urbane is rooted
2) I went to the ADB folder in my PC (using windows explorer) then using shift+right click i select "open command window here"
3) in this command window i did:
adb reboot bootloader
fastboot flash recovery (starts twrp)
in the TWRP:
Go to "Mount"
tick the "system" box
In the command window :
adb pull /system/usr/idc/synaptics_rmi4_i2c.idc (Dont need to select the folder, will appear in the ADB folder used to open the command window)***
*** When i tried to write the destination folder have not worked so i strongly advise not to fill this part, the command in the beginning is PULL not PUSH to take from the device and the file to be taken from the device had a different name as someone have stated before ***
4) In the notepad i did
I opened the file with the notepad and edit "touch.wake = 1" to "touch.wake = 0" (I did not delete this part just change the value)
5) in the command window:
adb pull <where you have the file> /system/usr/idc/
6) Reset my phone and works great!

Guide For customize U-touch On OREO based rom And enable Soft Nav Bars

Hello everyone ...First of all I want to write that these trick are for all version of android(6.0, 7.0, 8.0)
Lets go straight to the point.
Don't forget to check the screenshots below
I'm going to cover two topics
1. Customize U- touch
2. Enable nav bars
1. Customize U- touch
Step 1- Download any root browser (recommend Root browser classic by JRummy apps)
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jrummyapps.rootbrowser.classic&hl=en
All u can get in screenshots below
Step 2- Open system
Step3- Open usr
Step 4- Open Keylayout
Step 5- Open fpc1020tp.kl file as text file via RB text editor
Step 6- YOU will get this
Key 158 BACK VIRTUAL
Key 249 MENU
Key 254 APP_SWITCH
Key 183 HOME VIRTUAL
Step 7- Now remember this
Space between back virtual and home virtual is 10 space(press space 10 times before writing virtual)
Key 158 is single tap
Key 249 is swipe right
Key 254 is swipe left
Key 183 is long tap
For google assistant just type
ASSIST VIRTUAL
Add any command after any key you want
Step 8- Edit, save and reboot
Now its your decision how you want to customise it..... I'll attach some screenshots of users below so you get an idea ...
2. Enable soft navbars
Just go to system--open build.prop as text file via RB editor-- add these lines to the end and save and reboot
qemu.hw.mainkeys=0
Bro thanks for the awesome post.. Whats the command for screen lock and Screenshot? I will edit it accordingly
Here is the magisk module which modifies u-touch activities..
https://forum.xda-developers.com/lenovo-zuk-z2/themes/module-t3695560
ashiskar said:
Bro thanks for the awesome post.. Whats the command for screen lock and Screenshot? I will edit it accordingly
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Dont know about that command...but u can just try and write like screenshot and screen lock ...may they work...if not edit it back...this method is safe..or u can try any app from play store which give options for fingerprint customisation
Shubhi singhal said:
Dont know about that command...but u can just try and write like screenshot and screen lock ...may they work...if not edit it back...this method is safe..or u can try any app from play store which give options for fingerprint customisation
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But its read only.. I cant find the permissions to change..using file explorer root add on
Edit: got the read and write
ashiskar said:
But its read only.. I cant find the permissions to change..using file explorer root add on
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Is ur rom rooted?
Can someone assist to configure the button long press for Google assistant instead of long tap?
Shubhi singhal said:
Dont know about that command...but u can just try and write like screenshot and screen lock ...may they work...if not edit it back...this method is safe..or u can try any app from play store which give options for fingerprint customisation
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For screen lock type SLEEP.
Kiranbhand1 said:
Can someone assist to configure the button long press for Google assistant instead of long tap?
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I think for pressing the button there is another file to edit not fpc file i think generic.kl
Kiranbhand1 said:
Can someone assist to configure the button long press for Google assistant instead of long tap?
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Ok so I try this really cool app button remaper...works absolutely good....now u can customise home button press not tap....Enjoy
Shubhi singhal said:
Ok so I try this really cool app button remaper...works absolutely good....now u can customise home button press not tap....Enjoy
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Requires pro to do anything. Useless.
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Fails to save build.prop
Chadlinje said:
Requires pro to do anything. Useless.
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Fails to save build.prop
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M still using button mapper without pro version working flawless for me....
For build prop: use the browser suggested in the first post..and u must have root access for this
TanajiKC said:
For screen lock type SLEEP.
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Is there also a command for pulling down the notification window like it was with ZUI?
Cydas said:
Is there also a command for pulling down the notification window like it was with ZUI?
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If it's working on zui then definitely there'll be a command ....if u can.... then flash zui and then open the same fpc1020kl file and copy the command
Shubhi singhal said:
M still using button mapper without pro version working flawless for me....
For build prop: use the browser suggested in the first post..and u must have root access for this
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I am using the browser recommended in the first post and have given it root access too. Still fail to save build.prop
thepranavjain said:
I am using the browser recommended in the first post and have given it root access too. Still fail to save build.prop
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You can use any build prop editor from the play store
And which "Key" is responsible for a long press and press on the u-touch?
mega_bodry said:
And which "Key" is responsible for a long press and press on the u-touch?
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For press not tap....download button mapper from play store works very well...
Because fpc file is only for tap
Not for press
how to call "status bar"???
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juniofdm said:
how to call "status bar"???
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iam read Google DOCs, but dont find...
https://source.android.com/devices/input/key-layout-files
does anyone know the command to go back to prev app?

Secure Folder on S8 (OREO) is buggy

I flashed Oreo (CRB7) from Odin on my S8(SM-G950FD) (flashed on top of the Nougat with my data)
And there are 3 cases I couldn't find a solution
1. I cannot turn on "Allow clipboard" which allows Secure Folder data to be copied and pasted outside of Secure Folder. When I turn it on, it automatically turns off
2. I can take a screenshot inside the secure folder but it doesn't show bottom pane (the pane which I can expand the screenshot or crop or share it). But outside the secure folder screenshot works fine
3. Smart Select from Edge Panel does not work inside the secure folder anymore. (It works fine outside the secure folder). When I press anything (Rectangle, Oval, Animation or Pin to Screen) it does nothing
I have restarted the device but no luck.
Do you face these same problems? Please let me know. I want know if its for me only or everyone else.
Can someone Please help if know how to fix these.
Thank you
bump
All of those are working for me.
The bug that I have is related to entering the SF. After I input the code to enter SF it goes back, sometimes 1 or 2 times before it actually enters.
Sent from my SM-G950F using Tapatalk
Lao Mayer said:
All of those are working for me.
The bug that I have is related to entering the SF. After I input the code to enter SF it goes back, sometimes 1 or 2 times before it actually enters.
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Thank you for the reply.
How did you flash the CRB7?
With Odin or OTA update?
With Odin.
Other bugs:
- icon badges don't appear when they should
- I can't change the notifications sound in SF.
Sent from my SM-G950F using Tapatalk
Its a major update... So i advice u to factory reset phone after the update if u have not done that..
I am not facing any issues..
Thanks for the replies guys.
I backed up my data and uninstalled secure folder and re-setupped again
Now there is no issues that I mentioned above
Working great

Android 11- OneUI 3.0 (Beta 1,2 & 3) - Manual Update/SideLoad (N986U & N986U1) - [Guide]

********** ANNOUNCEMENT - Beta Enrollment without Banner (OPEN NOW - Nov 16,17) - Read More Here​
INTRODUCTION - Hello all. Now Samsung wants us to go to Members app and keep looking for banner to sign up for Android 11, One UI 3 Beta . It went live October 27th, 10:20 PM EST, As fate would have it, i went to sleep early, i missed it and the banner refused to show up for me in the morning. Download was only showing up for people with unlocked variants on ATID firmware.
DISCLAIMER / NOTICE - Flashing is always risky. I am not responsible for anything that may happen to your device including but not limited to it turning against you, making you its slave and sucking you into the Matrix.
This post is a collection of wisdom, research and hard work of many people over many years across many forums and not just XDA. I will try to credit and link to their original posts.
TIP -Keep in Notice -This SHALL NOT Factory Reset Your Device or Format Data, it is still a good idea to Take Back Up - Just a Suggestion - Always have a latest Back Up
******** UPDATE - It seems ATT devices are getting wiped now if its CSC or the Sim remains to be tested.
i don't have ATT hence cant verify but in case you have an Unlocked device (N986U1) with ATT sim, then, removing sim and Changing the CSC to XAA/XAA/XAA before sideloading Beta is advisable.​
PROBLEM STATEMENT - Missed the One UI 3.0, Android 11, Beta Sign up Banner in Members app or got the banner but didn't get the download and I really want it NOW.
Not sure if you want it now? - Find the BETA CHANGELOG HERE
GRAB YOURSELF A COFFEE / DRINK, because depending on where you at and how fast you/your internet speeds/your Machine is this may take anywhere between 7 to 45 Mins​SOLUTION -
1. Pre-Requisites - Make sure Following Conditions are met before you start
You need a PC/Laptop along with your phone and USB Cable.
You need ADB installed, you can use ADB on Linux too - NOTE If your ADB Tools are not working, download my ADB Folder called platform-tools. Then extract it somewhere easy to remember/ find, like desktop
Remember the Location of the folder where you have ADB installed / Location of platform-tools- This is the location containing adb.exe file.
You may or may not need ADB/USB Drivers if any errors in ADB please Download Drivers from here and Install on your PC.
This following one step is relevant Only for flashing Beta 1
Use Odin to Flash Unlocked (SM-N986U1) ATID Firmware if you are not on that. Refer this thread to get your Firmware.
For changing Firmware from N986U to N986U1 and / or GUIDE TO FLASHING USING ODIN Refer This thread
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2. Now Download the relevant Beta File that you intend to flash - note that to Sideload Beta 2 you need to be on Beta 1 first. Mandotory Sequence = Beta 1>>Beta 2>>Beta 3 There is no skipping versions possible here.
BETA 1 (ZTGJ) Get the Beta1.zip file from here Thanks to @thatotherguy.. for the original zip.
BETA 2 (ZTK1) Get the Beta2.zip file from here
BETA 3 (ZTK9) Get the Beta3.zip file from here
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*************** Apply Update from SD card failed for me (Feel free to try that ) but here we will be using ADB Sideload Feature in Stock Recovery*************​
HOW TO - Using ADB Sideload - Windows -The Process is Similar for Linux too
1. Copy the downloaded zip file to the ADB Folder (From Pre-Requisite step). ADB Folder is the folder containing ADB.exe it might be named differently for you (The one i have posted is called platform-tools)
2. Open Command Prompt Window as Admin.
3. Type in
Code:
cd Copy-paste the location of your ADB folder here
4. Connect the phone to the PC using USB Cable and Unlock it. Go to Developer Options and Switch on USB Debugging.
To turn on developer options go to Settings>>About Phone>>Software Information>> Then tap the build number 7 times - Developer options will appear at the bottom of Settings Menu
5. On your PC Type in Command Prompt
Code:
adb devices
6. Give Permission that appears on your phone and PC - I check the box Always Allow, you should do the same.
7. Now type the following and the phone will reboot to recovery.
Code:
adb reboot recovery
8. Once you see recovery on your phone Use Volume Keys to scroll down to Apply Update from ADB and press Power Button.
9. Now on your PC, Type the following in Command Prompt; this is just to be sure, it should show the device name with Sideload next to it.
Code:
adb devices
10. Type
Code:
adb sideload Beta1.zip
For Beta 2 use adb sideload beta2.zip Similarly For Beta 3 use adb sideload beta3.zip. Use whatever you have named the zip file. Most people use update.zip. The commands here are for the attached files in this post and their naming convention.
11. Wait for it to finish and Done
2nd (Second) BETA Is Out- How To Do this if you are not able to Enroll for Beta and or don't see update to download even after Enrolling​
Second Beta should be flashed After Beta 1. Second Beta (ZTK1) can not be flashed unless you have Beta 1 (ZTJG).
To flash follow the same instructions as above only this time the prerequisite is you have to be on the 1st Beta. Download the 2nd Beta (ZTK1) Zip File to flash Here Thanks to @hayabusa1300cc for the FOTA Link.
3rd (Third) BETA Is Out- Nov 16, 2020 Do this if you are not able to Enroll for Beta and or don't see update to download even after Enrolling​
Third Beta should be flashed After Beta 1>>Beta 2. Third Beta (ZTK9) can not be flashed unless you have Second Beta (ZTK1). Second Beta (ZTK1) can not be flashed unless you have Beta 1 (ZTJG).
To flash follow the same instructions as above only this time the prerequisite is you have to be on the 2nd Beta. Download the 3rd Beta (ZTK9) Zip File to flash Here
OPTIONAL THINGS TO DO POST UPDATE ​
If you want to enable RCS (In the Native SMS app) and Native Video calling (This feature is on Tmobile) have a look at this thread.
Check out this Guide Service Mode and CSC Guide/Enable LTE/5G Bands and Services/5G Low Band on U1 by @mellojosh
TROUBLESHOOTING​Some people might run into "cant read update.zip" error for that we need to make ADB Large address aware. Follow the Steps Here I use the Advanced mode as it shows the true false flags. - This wont happen if you use the ADB Tools provided by me above under the Pre-requisites section.
************** FOR FUTURE BETA OTA Questions / Bugs - Observations and some more info - Go Here ********Please dont ask questions without reading.
QUESTIONS, HELP & SUPPORT ?? - See if I am Online here on this Live Chat​
If it helped HIT THAT THANKS BUTTON, what are you waiting for ? Cheers !!
Suggest you rename the title for which device it's for as it's not for every snapdragon (right?)
I get "adb: failed to read command: No error"
ekerbuddyeker said:
Suggest you rename the title for which device it's for as it's not for every snapdragon (right?)
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I flashed on an Unlocked one so there is no way for me to tell if this can be flashed on N986U since so many people have flashed Unlocked firmware on the U devices using Odin (One confirmed guy flashed unlocked firmware on Verizon locked device and got the Beta banner) hence i think this will work for all Snapdragon devices. Give it a try and see. Just that before you try this make sure you are on ATID firmware.
d_ganggreen said:
I get "adb: failed to read command: No error"
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Use a different USB Cable. A good quality one preferably. Also try changing USB port.
Can i install this on sm n 9860 version and does google pay and samsung pay beta work?
warriorvibhu said:
Use a different USB Cable. A good quality one preferably. Also try changing USB port.
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Hmm, still getting same. Tried 3 cables including the one that came with the phone and both usb ports on my computer.
d_ganggreen said:
Hmm, still getting same. Tried 3 cables including the one that came with the phone and both usb ports on my computer.
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Are you on ATID Firmware?
warriorvibhu said:
Are you on ATID Firmware?
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I am, I odin flashed it a few weeks ago.
1gorelo said:
Can i install this on sm n 9860 version and does google pay and samsung pay beta work?
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Too early in the morning to go out and test that. This is Beta and i have already encountered some bugs. So you have to be up for that.
Good Lock wont work, gesture navigation is buggy, you can not even apply wallpapers from the Galaxy Themes app.
Wallpaper Service on the other hand is greatly improved. Fingerprint sensor is much faster.
d_ganggreen said:
I am, I odin flashed it a few weeks ago.
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My friend there are so many reasons why that error can happen. Sometimes you might have to change the ADB version. I am attaching the platform-tools i used. Extract this zip inside folder on desktop and try. If that doesnt work you might need to update ADb/Samsung drivers. Let us know if this works.
warriorvibhu said:
My friend there are so many reasons why that error can happen. Sometimes you might have to change the ADB version. I am attaching the platform-tools i used. Extract this zip inside folder on desktop and try. If that doesnt work you might need to update ADb/Samsung drivers. Let us know if this works.
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Thank you! Whatever it was, that worked. I am able to get it running with your tools. I am running it now.
CHANGELOG - Android 11_OneUI 3 Beta
************ Notice: This changelog is compiled from various different resources online, verification of these features rests with the users **********
Code:
[COLOR="SeaGreen"][CENTER]BETA CHANGELOG[/CENTER][/COLOR]
[B]Home screen[/B]
– Touch and hold an app to add an associated widget
– Turn the screen off by double-tapping on an empty are of the Home screen. You can turn this on in Settings > Advanced features > Motion and gestures.
Lock screen
– Dynamic Lock screen now has more categories, and you can select more than one.
– Lock screen widgets are improved.
[B]Contacts, Phone and Call Background[/B]
– Added the ability to edit multiple linked contacts at one time.
– Added an option to help you quickly delete duplicate contacts.
– Enhanced the search experience.
– Extended the storage period of the Trash bin from 15 to 30 days.
– Added the ability to customize the call screen with your own pictures and videos.
[B]Messages[/B]
– Created a Trash bin to store recently deleted messages.
– Call & Text on other devices
– Added the ability to turn Call & text on other devices on or off with Bixby Routines.
[B]Calendar[/B]
– Events with the same start time are now shown together in month and agenda view.
– Reorganized options for adding and editing events.
– Improved layout for full screen alerts.
[B]Reminder[/B]
– Improved layout for full screen alerts
[B]Camera[/B]
– Improved auto-focus and auto exposure functionality and usability.
– Improved stabilization when taking pictures of the moon at high zoom levels.
[B]Photo editor[/B]
– Added the ability to revert edited pictures back to their original versions.
[B]Bixby Routine[/B]
– Grouped preset routines help you get started quickly and learn how to build your own routines easily.
– You can now see what actions are reversed when a routine ends.
– New conditions have been added, such as a specific start time, the disconnection of a Bluetooth device or Wi-Fi network, a call from a specific number, and more.
– New actions have been added, including talking to Bixby and accessibility actions.
– You can add a customized icon for each routine and add routines to the Lock screen for quick access.
[B]Digital wellbeing and Parental controls[/B]
– Added trends to your weekly report. You can see how your usage has changed since the previous week and check your usage time for each feature.
– Added phone usage time while driving to the weekly report.
– Added a lock screen widget so you can check your screen time without unlocking your phone.
– Added separate profiles for personal and work modes so you can track your screen time separately.
[B]Internet[/B]
– Added ability to block websites from redirecting you when you tap the Back button.
– Added warnings and blocking options for websites that shot too many pop-ups or notifications.
– Rearranged menus to make things easier to find.
– Added several new add-ons, including one that translates websites.
– Added option hide the status bar for a more immersive browsing experience.
– Increased maximum number of open tabs to 99.
– Added ability to lock and reorder tabs.
– Improved design for tab bar which is now supported on all devices.
– Ended support for Samsung Internet edge panel.
[B]Quick panel[/B]
– See your conversations and media more conveniently in their own sections when you swipe down from the top of the screen.
[B]AOD[/B]
– Always On Display widgets are improved.
[B]Accessibility[/B]
– Get quick access to the most important accessibility settings during device setup.
– Get recommended accessibility features based on what you use.
– Set the Accessibility shortcut more easily in settings.
– Sound detectors now work with your SmartThings devices such as TVs and lights to give you more visible alerts when the doorbell rings or a baby is crying.
[B]Samsung Keyboard[/B]
– You can find the keyboard in settings more easily under General management in Settings, and the settings have been reorganized to put the most important ones first.
Samsung DeX
– You can now connect to supported TVs wirelessly.
– New touchpad multi-gestures let you change screen zoom and font size more easily.
Feel free to add anything else that you observe.
warriorvibhu said:
Wohooo Fingers Crossed. Did it finish ?
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Yes it did, running 3.0 beta now!
warriorvibhu said:
I flashed on an Unlocked one so there is no way for me to tell if this can be flashed on N986U since so many people have flashed Unlocked firmware on the U devices using Odin (One confirmed guy flashed unlocked firmware on Verizon locked device and got the Beta banner) hence i think this will work for all Snapdragon devices. Give it a try and see. Just that before you try this make sure you are on ATID firmware.
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I'm on n9860 which is a snapdragon. I'm not sure if it's the same. Anyone want to try?
My US unlocked stuck at 16% when sideloading? Is it normal?
jianansong said:
My US unlocked stuck at 16% when sideloading? Is it normal?
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Since how long ?
Which step are you at?
warriorvibhu said:
Since how long ?
Which step are you at? (See Pics)
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On my phone, it shows "Verifying updte package..."
On the adb, it shows serving update.zip 16%.
It has been there for at least 20 minutes... Do I need to cancel and restart?
I used the uploaded adb and the first link for update.zip.
jianansong said:
On my phone, it shows "Verifying updte package..."
On the adb, it shows serving update.zip 16%.
It has been there for at least 20 minutes... Do I need to cancel and restart?
I used the uploaded adb and the first link for update.zip.
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Yes thats too long Cancel and restart, It took me 97.5 seconds to verify the package.
Your ADB is fine dont change that. For firmware you can try using the second link from google drive. do you meet the criteria Unlocked and on ATID ?
warriorvibhu said:
Yes thats too long. do you meet the criteria Unlocked and on ATID ?
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Yes, mine is us unlocked and it's on ATID. Do you know how I could cancel it?
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jianansong said:
Yes, mine is us unlocked and it's on ATID. Do you know how I could cancel it?
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At the command line, I clicked "control + C" and surprisingly the progress number starts moving again, and now I am at 53% and it's still going...

So I have a 950XL what should I do next?

Hi All
Just been given a Nokia 950XL. And have to say ugly phone but great camera!!!! But before I go setting it up etc what should I do first??
So please any advice would be appreciated.
Also include if you would recommend dual boot etc and what OS..
Also what app's would you recommend??
Whats the best compass app?
Is there an app that fully uses the Barometer etc?
Whats the Best app for Panoramic photos?
Is there any camera app alternatives etc?
Is there an OSM mapping app?
thank you in advance
regards
Lohtse
Keep it
Hi Lohtse,
This device is unique I spend days wake up without sleep to solve the problem of the apps and I realize something important
The problem is bad target system management by Microsoft development tools
Microsoft store is so dumb there is many helpful app but it want appear just by search
Some of the is apps "on papers" not match with your device system version but in reality you can install it and it will work
Now let me tell you it's not totally bad device if you get the exact apps on it, it will be almost like your laptop with many helpful staff
First
Check the latest updates and then you have to unlock the system so you can do some enhancements like:
Increasing Paging files from 256MB to 1GB
Transfer files via SFTP without using the USB cable
Uninstall official apps preinstalled like (Photos, Calculator..etc) -> you need this
And more..
Second
here list of apps you might have some of it but with old version:
Before you start just install the official AppInstaller to be able to install apps directly from the phone without alternative tool
Get it from here:
drive.google.com/file/d/1HfsBg8hiqlKBTroK0xvB45h_SiSBha_1/view
Also you need to read this because some of the apps need to modify the target system version before install otherwise it will not installed.
Deploy Unsigned APPX/UWP
Utilities:
Perfect Tool (Official Store)
(QR Code, Ruler, Compass, other helpful tools)
microsoft.com/en-us/p/app/9nblggh4r8dw
Microsoft Official
The new versions (you need to uninstall the previous apps using Introp Tools)
Translator (New)
drive.google.com/file/d/1QTcnJFhg2sgoxQsSFJVpLcb6QNUWzyB8/view
Photos (New)
Very very advanced and helpful you can edit videos with it
drive.google.com/file/d/1vW1lXXFo2RBy0UpXeqG1-EryabRPWVWH/view
Alarms & Clock (New)
drive.google.com/file/d/1kAamihWVXSAy70PKayjK21PS-bTbZas8/view
Calculator (New)
drive.google.com/file/d/1BneIdp59XrNtl0fE-inuN74VUr6bHqcw/view
Voice Recorder (New)
drive.google.com/file/d/1EVg1ViAxMn6fEtzZG8ds3rYWQcuTBmZp/view
Photos and Editors
Panorama & Camera app (New)
drive.google.com/file/d/1Vl392MRMXBOtfPM3DF32X4U05nlw6zeB/view
Lumia Cinemagraph (Official Store)
Cool app you can take photo and make part of it alive with repeated motion, just try it
microsoft.com/en-us/p/lumia-cinemagraph/9wzdncrfhx4d
Nokia Creative Studio (XAP APP Need Deployment tool)
published by Hritwik
https://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4090254&d=1490599831
Multimedia
Movie Maker 8.1 (Official Store)
microsoft.com/en-us/p/movie-maker-81/9wzdncrfhwx8
Lumia Play To (Official Store)
Very good casting app it's working with my old TV which is great
microsoft.com/en-us/p/lumia-play-to/9wzdncrfhx3f
Video Tuner
Video Editing app with very good features
drive.google.com/file/d/1K1p5yxrVYwk9irAVK_czjkj-0sGj8w86/view
Art Tools
Paint 3D
drive.google.com/file/d/112ZYj86t4KY0X84-bItuDur8z6RuVym-/view
View 3D
drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ul3vSzff4hDo3oWM4vded1Iy952WH1Cs
Gaming Emulators
RetriX Universal Emulator (Enhanced)
RetriX (Universal Emulator) Enhanced Version
NES Box (Universal Emulator)
drive.google.com/file/d/16SXF4GXl7-KX0DKbYxSfaJjy_NR1hf91/view
PPSSPP
drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xuz1rCu3ThiLkTrerhWpLuT-SdzH0iDa
EmiNes
drive.google.com/file/d/1tpXx_Tc_8RoCY5bPjrjLotisBhs3nSE2/view
EmiPSX
drive.google.com/file/d/1fmb1JJGyoW9ZZ1fucum7TXaPrg1CVdN9/view
Navigators
Sygic (Official Store)
Works for me
microsoft.com/en-us/p/sygic-gps-navigation-maps-poi-route-directions/9nblggh16nlv
The only thing you might not find it, it's good browser I'm still looking for good option
most of the current browsers including Coc Coc not very good.
Most of the apps I found it on windowsviet.com which they have too many helpful apps.
About Dual Boot & Windows 10 ARM
You know.. I broke my phone system more than 5 times one of them it was completely dead but I was able to recover it again,
the point is if you need to try go ahead it's good to see full windows run on a phone and able to run x86 apps as well.
But
Here is few points why it's not very important
Your mobile internal storage will be filled by 70% because of the windows partition
You need a usable phone to call and send messages, it's not comfortable to switch the boot each time
Windows 10 Mobile is almost the same base of the normal Windows it just Microsoft makes it useless but I hope someone will be able to install a service to run windows apps inside it as I discovered in Windows 10 ARM, I was surprised that some of x86 apps works very well.
If you faced any problem during the installation or you need any assist let me know.
Hi
WOW excellent response thank you so much for taking the time to reply as you have..
Could you possible explain this a little further
First
Check the latest updates and then you have to unlock the system so you can do some enhancements like:
Increasing Paging files from 256MB to 1GB
Transfer files via SFTP without using the USB cable
Uninstall official apps preinstalled like (Photos, Calculator..etc) -> you need this
And more..
As to navigation apps am more looking for OSM mapping as I create my own maps for hiking etc
Regards
Lohtse
Update
If you got a new phone usually many updates need to be installed, this will fix many problems and increase the performance.
Go to "Settings"
Update & Security
Check for update / Windows Update
if there is any update it will appear or you will see a message "Your device is up to date"
If the system need updates this will take some time, and it might be there is many update not only one so keep try until you get "Your device is up to date"
Unlock
Unlocking the system is based on your needs.
If you are using the phone for regular use you may keep it as it is.
What I was meaning with
Increasing Paging: Paging files will help to handle more applications in the background
SFTP: to transfer the data via wireless but it's totally optional you can still use the cable
Uninstall apps
If you tried to install the new version of i.e."Photos" it will not work because it's already installed.
so the solution is to remove the current app, but by default windows will not allow you to do that form the settings because it's built in.
As solution you can use "Interop Tools" by gus33000
Available Here:
Release Interop Tools v1 Version 2.1.7.0 (Legacy) · gus33000/InteropTools
This is the latest release of Interop Tools from its Version 1 source with minor updates.
github.com
More details: Interop Tools v1 Version 2.1.7.0
Install / Sideload it (Check the guide below)
And go to "General"
Then Select "Applications"
Then Navigate to "Package List"
Search for the app you need to remove it.
You will see many packages related to the same app
In the bottom actions bar there is "4 lines" icon click on it to activate it.
Now select the packages you need to remove.
Click on the trash icon and wait until the app removed
Go to main screen to check if the app removed
If it's remove you can now install the new version
Note: I'm not sure if these steps works without unlocking I didn't tried before unlock, just try before to unlock it might work.
Install apps
Now Download the apps form the links and save them in custom folder.
Go to your device Settings
Select "Update & Security"
Select "For Developers"
Select "Developer Mode"
Activate "Turn on remote diagnostics"
Activate "Authentication"
Using your computer: open the browser and enter the link that appeared in the developer page in your phone
if you got security warning message ignore it and continue (it's normal)
On your phone press "Pair" Button you will see pin code
Enter this pin code in your browser page and click "Submit"
Now you can install the app called "AppInstaller" using the web page
Once you able to install "AppInstaller" you can almost install the other apps from you mobile directly.
Note your device and computer need to be on the same network
OSM Mapping
to be honest I never used it before so I will do some search about it.
If I got anything new will let you know.
I wish most of the descriptions is clear, if you need extra details please let me know.
lohtse said:
Hi
WOW excellent response thank you so much for taking the time to reply as you have..
Could you possible explain this a little further
First
Check the latest updates and then you have to unlock the system so you can do some enhancements like:
Increasing Paging files from 256MB to 1GB
Transfer files via SFTP without using the USB cable
Uninstall official apps preinstalled like (Photos, Calculator..etc) -> you need this
And more..
As to navigation apps am more looking for OSM mapping as I create my own maps for hiking etc
Regards
Lohtse
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I thought I had read somewhere that you can control how the flash functions(eg if all three flashes ar used or just one or two of them) I even thought I saw the setting.. But for the life of me I can't find out how to achieve this... Could someone point me in the right direction!!!!
astifan said:
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As solution you can use "Introp Tools"
Available in store: microsoft.com/en-us/p/interop-tools-preview/9ntgwlc0d3cs
(...)
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This version requires downloading the extensions after logging in to insidewindows.net because there is no General - Applications option in the menu by default.
Have you tried the open source Interop Tools v1 Version 2.1.7.0 made by @gus33000?
ze7zez said:
This version requires downloading the extensions after logging in to insidewindows.net because there is no General - Applications option in the menu by default.
Have you tried the open source Interop Tools v1 Version 2.1.7.0 made by @gus33000?
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You right I thought the version in the store same as the one I already have, I update the post with the latest version.
Many thanks for your notice.
right I have now done the introp thing... So how would I do the page file mod and how do you increase the screentime out(5mins is far too short)????
astifan said:
Most of the apps I found it on windowsviet.com which they have too many helpful apps.
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sadly now closed/domain for sale
lohtse said:
right I have now done the introp thing... So how would I do the page file mod and how do you increase the screentime out(5mins is far too short)????
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Increase the paging file (required unlocked device):
Open Interop Tools
Go to "Registry"
Select "Registry browser"
Select "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE (HKLM)"
Select "System"
Select "CurrentControlSet"
Select "Control"
Select "Session Manager"
Select "Memory Management"
Select "Paging File"
Now In "Registry Value Data" Change The numbers from 256 to 1024
The final value will be "u:\pagefiles.sys 1024 1024"
Click on the "right icon at the bottom" to save the result
To check if the result saved just reopen the "Paging File" again, If the result back to the original "256" maybe your device is not unlocked yet.
Reboot the device to apply the changes.
Change Screen timeout:
Open Interop Tools
Go to "Registry"
Select "Registry browser"
Select "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE (HKLM)"
Select "Software"
Select "Microsoft"
Select "Settings"
Select "Lock"
Select "DisableNever"
Set "Registry Value Data" to 0
Then go to settings and check "Never" will be available now with some extra values.
astifan said:
Increase the paging file (required unlocked device):
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is that boot loader unlocked or interop???
thank you for the information....
what other hacks would you suggest?
lohtse said:
is that boot loader unlocked or interop???
thank you for the information....
what other hacks would you suggest?
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To be able to edit some of the protected registry values you need to do "Interop Unlock"
"Interop Unlock" will allow you to do almost everything you need.
Don't activate "Full Filesystem Access" In "Unlock" -> "Interop Unlock" it will not work with Lumia 950/XL and it might affect on the usb connection.
If you didn't find a clear guide for "Interop Unlock" let me know I will write a full guide based on my experiment because some of the details online line is very clear.
astifan said:
To be able to edit some of the protected registry values you need to do "Interop Unlock"
"Interop Unlock" will allow you to do almost everything you need.
Don't activate "Full Filesystem Access" In "Unlock" -> "Interop Unlock" it will not work with Lumia 950/XL and it might affect on the usb connection.
If you didn't find a clear guide for "Interop Unlock" let me know I will write a full guide based on my experiment because some of the details online line is very clear.
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Thank you for that information worked a treat.
I have read that the FM radio is not activated on the 950xl, is this correct is so how do I reactivate it?
also is there away to have a bigger tile other than the three choices we have?
lohtse said:
Thank you for that information worked a treat.
I have read that the FM radio is not activated on the 950xl, is this correct is so how do I reactivate it?
also is there away to have a bigger tile other than the three choices we have?
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The radio is working by default, try this app (almost the best you could find)
Radio FM Phone
Sadly the tiles sizes are fixed as I know, if you want to add some design to the start page you can use this app
Group Tiles
and this app if you want to add custom tiles based on your needs
edgeTile
Check the attached image to see how I did some titles to organize the start page.
astifan said:
The radio is working by default, try this app (almost the best you could find)
Radio FM Phone
Sadly the tiles sizes are fixed as I know, if you want to add some design to the start page you can use this app
Group Tiles
and this app if you want to add custom tiles based on your needs
edgeTile
Check the attached image to see how I did some titles to organize the start page.
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Thank you for that... and radio works great... Have to say am loving the 950xl.... only thing I am really missing is a good off route navigation/mapping app if I could find a good one then everything would be nearly perfect.
also is there away to install the original lumia camera app so we can get flash control(number of flashes used ) back?
finally how do I gain full access to the file system on the device???
does any one have the file for this
Lumia Cinemagraph (Official Store)
Cool app you can take photo and make part of it alive with repeated motion, just try it
microsoft.com/en-us/p/lumia-cinemagraph/9wzdncrfhx4d
will not let me download it from store to device as says not compatible with this device
lohtse said:
does any one have the file for this
Lumia Cinemagraph (Official Store)
Cool app you can take photo and make part of it alive with repeated motion, just try it
microsoft.com/en-us/p/lumia-cinemagraph/9wzdncrfhx4d
will not let me download it from store to device as says not compatible with this device
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It should work, ignore the compatible message just check the following:
the apps updated including "Microsoft Store" from "Menu" -> "Donwloads and updates"
there is no remaining system updates "Settings" -> "Windows update"
check if there is a "Get" button sometimes it's appear even of there is a compatibility message, click on the button if you found it.
If nothing above worked do the following:
Go to your PC
Be sure you are using the same email/account in both "Phone/PC"
Open the browser and be sure you are logged to your account/email
Open the link of the app
click on "Get"
a message will appear "you own this app"
once you get this message go back to your phone
Open Microsoft store -> Menu
Select "My Library"
Check if the app is there (you can sort the library by name which is better)
Click "Install" behind the app icon
The problem is some of the apps does not appear in Phone store but it will appear in PC store
so this trick will help you to get many apps in the same way,
but I think it will work only with the browser not the desktop app.
astifan said:
It should work, ignore the compatible message just check the following:
the apps updated including "Microsoft Store" from "Menu" -> "Donwloads and updates"
there is no remaining system updates "Settings" -> "Windows update"
check if there is a "Get" button sometimes it's appear even of there is a compatibility message, click on the button if you found it.
If nothing above worked do the following:
Go to your PC
Be sure you are using the same email/account in both "Phone/PC"
Open the browser and be sure you are logged to your account/email
Open the link of the app
click on "Get"
a message will appear "you own this app"
once you get this message got back to your phone
Open Microsoft store -> Menu
Select "My Library"
Check if the app is there (you can sort the library by name which is better)
Click "Install" behind the app icon
The problem is some of the apps does not appear in Phone store but it will appear in PC store
so this trick will help you to get many apps in the same way,
but I think it will work only with the browser not the desktop app.
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did as you suggested.. all I get in store is .this app is not compatible with this device.
nevermind... missed the my library part .... worked a treat,,, thank you
lohtse said:
finally how do I gain full access to the file system on the device???
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As per my experiments, gain the full access to the file system is not a big deal.
the files are protected anyway and some of the important folders assigned to custom users you can't have access, even if you was able to force replace the ownership of the folder and open it.. it will cause some issues with the system.
if you have something really important in the future it's better to use Mass Storage Mode, but accessing the file system while windows is running almost useless.
just don't use the feature in "Interop Tools" which called "Full Filesystem Access" I tried it before and it caused a problem with the connection with the computer I wasn't able to access the storage
astifan said:
Hi Lohtse,
Gaming Emulators
RetriX Universal Emulator (Enhanced)
RetriX (Universal Emulator) Enhanced Version
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Trying to install this, Used durect method(filemanager) portal and interop. but always fails after installing net packages say a prerequisite for an install could not be satisfied... any ideas how to oover come this?

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