Portable 7-zip - Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello, as some of you may know I currently use a computer on which I dont have admin rights, so to flash a factory image, I wanted to use 7-zip portable edition, but it is a .exe file so I cant install it on my phone. What do I have to do?
And when I use this to extract factory images, I just have to place the neccesary files on my computer and flash them in fastboot?
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Use ZArchiver, it extracts most files.
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Use ZArchiver, it extracts most files.
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On my computer or phone? I am actually thinking why I cant just use winzip or something, because it extracts the files as well right? As long as you get the necessary images out of it you're good to go, not?
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Thibaultvw said:
On my computer or phone? I am actually thinking why I cant just use winzip or something, because it extracts the files as well right? As long as you get the necessary images out of it you're good to go, not?
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Phone, it was really useful when I was going to run a newer version of android on my HTC HD2.
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andyabc said:
Phone, it was really useful when I was going to run a newer version of android on my HTC HD2.
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This one?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ru.zdevs.zarchiver
So then I can extract factory images on my phone, transfer the images I need to my pc and I can fastboot flash a new android version?
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Thibaultvw said:
This one?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ru.zdevs.zarchiver
So then I can extract factory images on my phone, transfer the images I need to my pc and I can fastboot flash a new android version?
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Yep, exactly that.
This tool is extremely useful.
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Flashable zip for new bootloader

Does anyone have a flashable ZIP for the new 4.2.2 bootloader?
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Flash it through fastboot
Fastboot seems a bit dicey for my tastes. Is there a flashable zip for this anywhere?
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atlharp said:
Fastboot seems a bit dicey for my tastes. Is there a flashable zip for this anywhere?
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There one someone posted in the mkernel thread and paranoid android thread
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atlharp said:
Fastboot seems a bit dicey for my tastes. Is there a flashable zip for this anywhere?
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Fast boot is safer.
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Add me to the list of people looking for this zip.
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Why update it?
The flashable zip can be found in the nexus 7 android development section and it's always a good idea to run the newest bootloader
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Fastboot seems a bit dicey for my tastes. Is there a flashable zip for this anywhere?
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Dicey? It's super easy! No risk at all. I just learned how to do it a few minutes ago and I was pretty impressed. Now I can use it to unlock devices without using toolkits anymore! When you have the time, you should learn it and give it a try. It's nice to learn new things.

Link for nexus 7 4.2.1 stock image?

I upgraded to 4.2.2 today and realized I can't root it now I been trying all day so I give up where can I get the 4.2.1 image cuz then I can root in like 2 min
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1744040
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1736578
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2070419
Start reading and stop making new threads
This is different I wanna go back to 4.2.1
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you didnt even read the damn posts.....stop
just stop
What's CD to platformtools?
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Change Directory
What's sudo in Linux?
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Class_of_punk26 said:
What's sudo in Linux?
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http://bit.ly/udjOul
seriously dude, you need to do a little legwork yourself. this is quickly getting out of hand
I'll just skip that step sorry
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OK I searched everywhere about this and still can't find a cure I even tried putting it in the c drive this is the only last step I need to root it but it says cannot path-to-img/cwm-grouper-img why?
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Class_of_punk26 said:
OK I searched everywhere about this and still can't find a cure I even tried putting it in the c drive this is the only last step I need to root it but it says cannot path-to-img/cwm-grouper-img why?
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what is the EXACT command you are putting in?
this really isnt that hard.
Fastboot flash recovery path-to-img/CWM-grouper-recovery.img
I also tried moving the file to the c: drive and put it as fastboot flash recovery c:/CWM-grouper-recovery.IMG I'm going by the guide on unlock and root a nexus 7 thread
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If your using windows use a toolkit. By the way, before you ask a question on here search online all you can and use this as a last resort.
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I can't use a toolkit none supports android 4.2.2
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path-to-img/cwm-grouper-recovery.img?
literally? thats your command you are using?
its not something like C:\rootkit\cwm-group-recovery.img?
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If your using windows use a toolkit. By the way, before you ask a question on here search online all you can and use this as a last resort.
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Class_of_punk26 said:
I can't use a toolkit none supports android 4.2.2
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If you have to rely on a toolkit, you shouldnt be modding ANY device.
Then guide doesn't say that tho I'm using the [[REF]] all in one nexus 7 jelly bean android development thread then go down to guides and tools click on unlock and root a nexus 7 I'm using that guide
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Class_of_punk26 said:
Then guide doesn't say that tho I'm using the [[REF]] all in one nexus 7 jelly bean android development thread then go down to guides and tools click on unlock and root a nexus 7 I'm using that guide
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really?
path-to-img/CWM-grouper-recovery.img really doesnt make you wonder where that file is?
put the recovery.img file in the same folder as your fastboot.exe
run the command
fastboot flash recovery NAMEOFRECOVERY.img <<this should be the ACTUAL name of the recovery filled in by you, whatever it is named.
ALSO
remember earlier when i told you to update the adb and fastboot files? (SDK) did you actually do that?
this stuff isnt rocket science, and if you dont have basic computer knowledge, you shouldnt be doing ANY modding of your device....this is ridiculous
Pirateghost said:
really?
path-to-img/CWM-grouper-recovery.img really doesnt make you wonder where that file is?
put the recovery.img file in the same folder as your fastboot.exe
run the command
fastboot flash recovery NAMEOFRECOVERY.img <<this should be the ACTUAL name of the recovery filled in by you, whatever it is named.
ALSO
remember earlier when i told you to update the adb and fastboot files? (SDK) did you actually do that?
this stuff isnt rocket science, and if you dont have basic computer knowledge, you shouldnt be doing ANY modding of your device....this is ridiculous
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same thing and yeah i updated everything just in case
Class_of_punk26 said:
same thing and yeah i updated everything just in case
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and ttbh i never had problems with rooting my phones this is the only device i had problems with

Nexus 4 no install app via download folder

Hey guys anyone of you happend this, i cant' install any app via download folder. In the botom says cancel and install but the boton install not do noting. Any fix please??
Im on PA rom april 8 release.
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wat
Do you have any screen/colour modding apps running?
I had one that did the same thing back last year, can't remember what it was called.
Like trickster mod???
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??? Any help???
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jiovaxrs said:
??? Any help???
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just reboot your phone. Should be fine. that's what worked for me
Same issue here, but nothing is helping
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Copy the apk (s) to another folder & try from there
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Try using ES File Explorer to install.
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You Guys on PA need to disable HALO to be able to install apk`s
gee2012 said:
You Guys on PA need to disable HALO to be able to install apk`s
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Thanks!!
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The same happents when/if you installed an app called twilight...which creates an overlay on your screen makes it redish while the day passes to don't hurt your eyes..what ever application creates overlays like holo or this app prevents apps from installing...

Can I use Franco on 4.3?

I have a nooby question but, can I use Franco kernel with 4.3 stock? Sorry if this is stupid :x
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Tanmaynarang said:
I have a nooby question but, can I use Franco kernel with 4.3 stock? Sorry if this is stupid :x
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?
Nexus 4+ Franco + LTE
BigDig said:
?
Nexus 4+ Franco + LTE
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Alright, thanks
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Oh and also, can I dirty flash CM10.2 over stock 4.3?
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Tanmaynarang said:
Oh and also, can I dirty flash CM10.2 over stock 4.3?
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Full wipe is strongly recommended!
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Okay, thanks
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You can't use 4.2.2 releases from Franco in 4.3 but he post #170 and #171 for 4.3
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llsantiago said:
You can't use 4.2.2 releases from Franco in 4.3 but he post #170 and #171 for 4.3
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Where could I find these releases ? And how could I install its ? (sorry but I always only use zip file)
Thanks.
Raiden350 said:
Where could I find these releases ? And how could I install its ? (sorry but I always only use zip file)
Thanks.
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Do a search in the thread for 'r171' and you should find it. If it's provided in .img , you can use fastboot to flash it. (fastboot flash boot boot.img)
Another method is to take any other Franco.kernel zip and replace the boot.img inside using an archive manager on your pc. Then just flash the modified zip in recovery.
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Okay, thanks! Any reason why we need to use fastboot rather than TWRP or something?
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Tanmaynarang said:
Okay, thanks! Any reason why we need to use fastboot rather than TWRP or something?
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No. It's just a different method in flashing a kernel.
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Tanmaynarang said:
Okay, thanks! Any reason why we need to use fastboot rather than TWRP or something?
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If its an img file you need to use fastboot. Twrp will only flash files that are packaged in the correct manner.

Phone not booting after stock flash

Having a bit of bother getting my nexus up and running again. Pulled my phone out my pocket and it was turned off. Powered it on but it wouldn't get past Google screen. No twrp recovery. Nothing. So done the usual and get nexus toolkit out. Re locked and unlocked bootloader. Downloaded stock 4.2.2 flashed it but still stuck at Google screen. Can get in to fast boot but that's it.
Any help appreciated because I'm not sure what to do next
Cheers
Steven
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Can you get into recovery?
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Nah I can't get into any recovery so can't wipe anything.
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Jposton said:
Can you get into recovery?
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Nah I can't get in to any recovery so can't wipe anything
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Try going into fastboot, and flashing stock with the official firmware from google (Type Nexus stock on Google). If you want to, you can even replace the recovery.img inside the zip for a custom recovery
gmaxpwnage said:
Try going into fastboot, and flashing stock with the official firmware from google (Type Nexus stock on Google). If you want to, you can even replace the recovery.img inside the zip for a custom recovery
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Been installing stock from fastboot but can't get into recovery to wipe it so that it will boot.
What program can I use to compress tgz files. I've changed the recovery to twrp but not sure how to pack it up again
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When I flash stock with nexus 4 toolkit it comes up archive doesn't contain boot.sig recovery.sig or system.sig. Why is this?
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shenery said:
When I flash stock with nexus 4 toolkit it comes up archive doesn't contain boot.sig recovery.sig or system.sig. Why is this?
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If you know how to use the ADB and the fastboot command, that is the way to go. It is by far the best way to go. Use one of the guides on this website, don't have the direct link but look for efrants guide for returning back to stock. Search isn't working now

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