[Q] ADB Backup/restore multiple users apps? - Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi,
I want to root my Nexus 7 but I'm stuck with backup.
I have 3 users defined and I want to backup all applications for all users.
When I try to do this with adb backup it works only for first user. Even if I'm logged on another user, backup confirmations shows on first user screen.
Is there any way to backup and then restore other two users application data before I root device?

So it looks like there is no way to backup/restore other users apps data in Android yet?

Not at this point. Su permissions are only granted to the main user, so even titanium cannot do it for multi users yet. Needs more time, as multiuser is really still in its infancy.
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[Q] Port backup from Hero to DesireHD?

Hi,
I currently own an HTC Hero, and will most likely be getting an HTC Desire HD.
Now, I have almost 150 apps on my Hero, and I really dread the hassle of re-installing and setting up everything to my liking. It has taken me almost a year to set this up the way I want it.
Would it be possible, using Titanium Backup, to make a backup of EVERYTHING possible on the Hero, and then switch the memorycard to the Desire HD and restore it there, maybe without the app settings? I am thinking that this could be a problem because of the different specs, but I do not know too much under-the-hood-stuff regarding Android.
I am hoping to not have to go through the market for that many downloads.
Any thoughts on this?
Kingkeld.
Market apps will automatically re-install when you sign in into your new phone. For the rest there is Titanium backup
I planned on doing the same, but doesn't Titanium require root?
I can't remember what it's like to not have root, the thought is scary
Try Android commander for the PC, Plug in your hero, goto application manager, select all the apps and click backup, then when you get your new phone selsct all the backed up apps and click install Hope it helps
christonabike said:
I planned on doing the same, but doesn't Titanium require root?
I can't remember what it's like to not have root, the thought is scary
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It does need root that is correct but I'm sure, as stated there are other ways to backup apps. I'm not sure about if you have your apps on ext partition though. I wager root wont take long and then comes recovery roms and then customs... mmm custom
Thank you for the replys. I can not sleep.
Now we just need a root confirmation. Yes, the thought of owning an unrooted phone is scary. Not sure what to think of it. I hope it will not last long.
All I ask is root. I can wait for the custom ROMs. There will be plenty to play with.
You just need to pick your apps from /data/data, copy them over with adb, and do a fix_permissions
See?
OR chmod by hand
;]
I used Titanium to migrate my app settings from Milestone to Nexus One, but they're on similar versions of Android and both are HDPI devices.
I can tell you that Market apps don't always reinstall automatically if you're going from one phone to another. In any case I suggest a fresh market install of your most important apps, and then restore their data by Titanium if necessary. If this causes a crash, wipe their data again. Less important apps, could just try restoring them directly. Run Titanium's Market Doctor when that's done.
I also suggest using apps like BookmarkSB, SMS Backup Restore, Call Log Backup Restore, etc to transfer those records. May work better than trying to Titanium restore data across different OS versions, and doesn't require root. Good luck! Let us know how it goes.
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Backup apps to cloud?

So i was wondering if anyone has ever needed to back up all there apps to a location other then there phone/tablet. it would be cloud storage i would think. reason is i need to backup all my apps and have then to be restored apon receiving replacement nexus. I herd sandisk memory zone? thanks.
MyBackup Pro has an option to backup to online storage and restore. I'm not sure if the free version has that option but I know the paid version does.
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I use the following process to ensure I can restore my whole device to a brand new unit if necessary.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=29550640
I use my workstation rather than a Cloud for a Number of reasons. The best being that the workstation has a triple redundant backup, and if I really need access to it remotely I already have that ability.
I used this to create a restorable copy of a completely setup device to a brand new unit successfully already.
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I create the same functionality with Dropsync. It basically lets Dropbox function the same on your tab as your computer. I run my backups with TiBu in the early morning, and although syncing can be slow, it easily finishes before I get up. I was already using Dropbox so this was the most convenient solution for me.
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I forgot to mention that i would like an option to do an entire backup without having to root first. From my understanding rooting it would wipe user data? so then there would be no point lol
Sofwhitewolf said:
I forgot to mention that i would like an option to do an entire backup without having to root first. From my understanding rooting it would wipe user data? so then there would be no point lol
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Rooting doesn't wipe the data, Unlocking the Bootloader does. Why unlocking should be done before doing a lot of work.
You can use adb to do a backup of your system, but none of the other things I talked about will work. No point in moving it to a cyberlocker since it will already be on your computer/workstation.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1420351
spottedcatfish said:
I create the same functionality with Dropsync. It basically lets Dropbox function the same on your tab as your computer. I run my backups with TiBu in the early morning, and although syncing can be slow, it easily finishes before I get up. I was already using Dropbox so this was the most convenient solution for me.
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While TB is something that I do and end up with a copy in my backup system, it is not what I use to restore to a new device. Instead I use the Nandroid Backup (created with TWRP). Much much faster and more complete. Only need to move over the Nandroid backup files after you have unlocked the new device and rooted, and put the recovery on the device. Then simply do a restore in recovery wipe Davik and Cache and you are right back where you were with the other device.
The sync to the workstation via the Cheetah Sync is much faster than syncing to dropbox and I am backing up more than just the TB files for a more useful backup.
Sofwhitewolf said:
So i was wondering if anyone has ever needed to back up all there apps to a location other then there phone/tablet. it would be cloud storage i would think. reason is i need to backup all my apps and have then to be restored apon receiving replacement nexus. I herd sandisk memory zone? thanks.
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TitaniumBackup+ has support for backing up to Dropbox, Box, and Google Drive.
I use App Backup & Restore to backup every app I install (automatically), then Dropspace to push it to my Dropbox (automatically). Then I relax with a cappuccino and carrot cake.

[Q] Can I have automated backups in CWM?

As the thread title says, is it possible for me to automatically set up backups in CWM to go once a week or so and then if possible delete the older ones automatically also?
None of the recoveries do that.
They are manual processes that require you to enter recovery and press a few buttons.
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You can set titanium backup to run automatically. This can protection your apps an system data. However your ROM cannot be managed like that. Honestly you may find it better to just make the titanium backups as apps and data can be easily migrated between Roms, this even includes some system apps.
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Question about rooting and the loss of data

Hi, I have a Nexus 4 and it is not rooted.
I want to root it, the problem:
I have many apps and emails accounts configured and dont want to make the whole procedure again.
I know that, if I root, will loose all my data.
Is there any way to make it like this:
1. backup all my configurations and apps
2. root
3. restore, and all will be working?
Download the ToolKit and do an ADB Backup.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1420351
Follow the guide. First time I used it... I made a few backups with different configs incase I needed to put it on different phones.
Works like a charm
Serious_Beans said:
Download the ToolKit and do an ADB Backup.
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Don't use a toolkit. Figure it out on how to do it on your own because when something is wrong with your phone a toolkit won't fix your problem because op doesn't know how fast boot flash work
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If you use ADB BACKUP or a toolkit that uses it, be prepared. Some apps will likely NOT be backed up. See http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=35270239#post35270239
I agrree, though, you're better off if you can do it without using a toolkit.
I use the app DataSync to backup app data to dropbox. Once you have the phone setup again and the apps downloaded you just sync it with your DataSync files in your dropbox account and the data will be restored. I would not try and sync system apps just user apps.
Unfortunately there currently is no way to root without unlocking the bootloader.

[Q] Will my apps and data be saved when i root?

Hi. So I want to root my Nexus 7 but I've found mixed answers to this question. I was going to use this toolkit I found here.
When I root, will my apps and data (pictures and app data) be saved or can I save them? I use apps like Notes Lite and have games with data. So is there a way to backup all that data? I know there's the backup option in the toolkit but will it backup everything?
You will lose your userdata when you unlock the bootloader during rooting. You can try backing up those data using the Google Nexus 7 Toolkit before rooting, or by enabling Google's Cloud backup and restore, but don't count on getting it all restored flawlessly.
exglynco said:
You will lose your userdata when you unlock the bootloader during rooting. You can try backing up those data using the Google Nexus 7 Toolkit before rooting, or by enabling Google's Cloud backup and restore, but don't count on getting it all restored flawlessly.
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So what's the best way to save my data? I mainly have pictures, no music, and then the rest is app data like for MC4, Asphalt 6, and Real Racing 3. The rest I'm not terribly concerned about. I also just don't want to install my 100 apps back on individually. Pictures, I can just put on my laptop.
So is there a way to get all my apps back on without installing them again individually? Will the toolkit backup do that for me?
Titanium backup will do it, but you have to be rooted to use it, and you aren't yet.
Mark Skippen's Google Nexus 7 Toolkit should do it, since it backs up your userdata. I say should, because I haven't used that feature, since I've always been rooted, with Nandroid backups and Titanium backups. Also, that toolkit doesn't support Android 4.3 installing or rooting yet. He'll have to upgrade the SuperSU and Superuser managers he's currently using, to versions compatible with 4.3.
I didn't have to reinstall my 100 apps after upgrading, but I lost my game high score files. I had a Titanium backup, but so many apps were out of date, it was useless. I relied on Google's Cloud backup to restore my apps after upgrading to 4.3.
Ok i found an app called Helium to backup my app data. I'll just put my pictures on my laptop.
So i just realized at the same time read that you said the toolkit didnt support 4.3 yet and i had just updated to 4.3 this morning. Is there a way to go back to 4.2?

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