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Now after we have root for 2.1 most of you will want to have app2sd also. The script posted in x10 mini pro android development forum (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=804574) works ok but it has one limitation. It moves only the /data/app folder to your ext2 partition on the SD card. The /data/dalvik-cache folder remains in the internal memory and this is why you still see your internal memory free space decreasing when installing applications.
I have modified the script so it also moves the dalvik cache to your SD card. I recommend to use at least class 4 SD card for this. I have attached the modified script. Follow the instructions from the original thread but use the files from my attachment. For me it works fine.If you have any problems please share so we can try to fix them together.
And finally using both the original and modified app2sd you CAN normally use your sd card as mass storage device.
u said WE HAVE ROOT FOR 2.1?? where is it ???????
neptun2 said:
Now after we have root for 2.1 most of you will want to have app2sd also. The script posted in x10 mini pro android development forum (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=804574) works ok but it has one limitation. It moves only the /data/app folder to your ext2 partition on the SD card. The /data/dalvik-cache folder remains in the internal memory and this is why you still see your internal memory free space decreasing when installing applications.
I have modified the script so it also moves the dalvik cache to your SD card. I recommend to use at least class 4 SD card for this. I have attached the modified script. Follow the instructions from the original thread but use the files from my attachment. For me it works fine.If you have any problems please share so we can try to fix them together.
And finally using both the original and modified app2sd you CAN normally use your sd card as mass storage device.
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I've read somewhre that if you already have & try to again use the app2sd script
than the phone starts looping endlessly..
is it true?
BehradGH said:
u said WE HAVE ROOT FOR 2.1?? where is it ???????
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the x8 custom rom topic
I first installed the original app2sd, uninstalled it using the script, reboot and installed using the modified script. No problem at all.
neptun2 said:
I first installed the original app2sd, uninstalled it using the script, reboot and installed using the modified script. No problem at all.
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new chargemon in the attachment. you can use data.img from the x8 custom rom and resized it. app2sd ready.
I prefer my way because this way i can still use my sd card as mass storage in windows while using the chargemon and data.img it is not possible.
neptun2 said:
I prefer my way because this way i can still use my sd card as mass storage in windows while using the chargemon and data.img it is not possible.
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it's the new chargemon. I can mount my sdcard as storage.
So far working perfect thanks
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its working??? any one test/?? screenshoot pls
hmm where must I put the app2sd.sh?? in the sdcard or...
/sdcard/app2sd2.1 mod (dalvik-cache to sd)/app2sd.sh?
thx
Hmm, something went wrong...
At night I tried your method. After App2SD setup I got 192mb free (internal memory) instead of 154, as it was before. I installed 3 applications adn the phone showed, that I still have 192mb free. In the morning I installed Skyfire and used iGO Amigo and after that I noticed, that amount of free memory is 166mb.
As I understand, the phone with App2SD mod don't use internal phone memory at all... However, mine phone still prefer internal one.
Edit: If I want to revert changes made by App2SD, I must choose "keep files from sdcard" or "load from backup"?
propc said:
new chargemon in the attachment. you can use data.img from the x8 custom rom and resized it. app2sd ready.
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Can you tell me how to create a data.img from my "data" folder?
If I'll create such data.img, will it work with your chargemon?
Network Internet doesnt work..
it just doesnt detect the network gprs...
Suhel28 said:
Network Internet doesnt work..
it just doesnt detect the network gprs...
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Same for me
Well in fact using my App2SD solution not the whole /data is moved to the ext2 partition. Only the dalvik-cache and app folders in /data are moved so some applications may still consume space in the internal memory. If you uninstall use the option to use teh fiels from the SD card. About the GPRS problems - i don't see how they can be related with app2sd. I do not see this problem with my phone. Are you trying my method or the new chargemon method?
Hey dudes,
Question: How can I get better performance?
1.) Chargemon mount app2sd http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=876868 or
2.) Dalvik cache app2sd http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=880387 (this thread)
Now I'm using 1.) what about you?
I'm waiting the oppinions here or my own Laggy topic: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=9987897
XoGo
I reflashed to 2.1 rooted put xrecovery on my phone backed up everything enabled jit replaced the backup after jit was working then enabled this app2sd script all works fine except wifi won't connect but if I restore back before I enabled this script wifi works fine......
I don't see how its affecting network connections but it somehow is....
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I reflashed my phone using the clean rom this time.Installed xrecovery, jit and finally app2sd and my wifi is working fine. I am really surprised why it can affect the wireless.
Me too as last night before I put xrecovery and jit on I had no problems....
Gonna try again this time app2sd first...
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neptun2 said:
Well in fact using my App2SD solution not the whole /data is moved to the ext2 partition. Only the dalvik-cache and app folders in /data are moved so some applications may still consume space in the internal memory. If you uninstall use the option to use teh fiels from the SD card. About the GPRS problems - i don't see how they can be related with app2sd. I do not see this problem with my phone. Are you trying my method or the new chargemon method?
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Thanks... Just cleaned all apps cached files and now I have 190mb int. memory again. App2sd works!
internal memory becoming short even after moving all the downloaded apps to sd card..... do any body have any solution....????
Did you clean the cache from the browser and other apps ?
Even if you move apps to the sdcard through Apps2SD, Android still installs stuff to the phone's internal storage for the dalvik cache and Using something like Link2SD with a partitioned memory card will solve this.
If you use Link2SD, DO NOT use Apps2SD of anykind. they are counterproductive.
The LG509P Optimus T only has 200MB internal storage.
I use an 8GB card partitioned with a 512MB ext2 partition for Link2SD. With all the apps I have installed (about 35-40), my internal phone storage is only using 55mb or so, with everything else going to the card automatically through Link2SD.
Clean browser & facebook or other apps cache and data.
create an partition on your device and download a2sd gui from market and flash darktremor a2sd script via recovery...then reboot and open a2sd gui app and select app on sd...in the dalvik cache tab select move cache to sd-ext.
links are here:
for a2sd gui:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=12069632#post12069632
and for the script: kindly search google.
hit the thanks button if I have helped you.
here is the script which is working on my phone
please check if your rom supports it...I dunno which ones do..but the forum and some google search might help..
hit the thanks button if i have helped you.
Link2Sd requires no special script or custom recovery for install or rom checking. All you need is a partitioned sd card, and to download the app from the market.
Guys which one is better installing apps2sd script of link2sd?
sajjan said:
here is the script which is working on my phone
please check if your rom supports it...I dunno which ones do..but the forum and some google search might help..
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Use this it fixes everything
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Somyab said:
Guys which one is better installing apps2sd script of link2sd?
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With link2sd you have a GUI and a choice what to move to SD. With apps2sd, everything is moved, no choice, no GUI. Decide for yourself.
how much of memory does links2sd free ??? with data2sd my internal memory is 140 mb free...yeah its a little cumbersome but once done no worries...
sajjan said:
how much of memory does links2sd free ??? with data2sd my internal memory is 140 mb free...yeah its a little cumbersome but once done no worries...
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Uhm... Depends on how many apps you move, surprisingly You can move the app, dalvik cache and libs (manually or automatically, all configurable).
navin.shah said:
internal memory becoming short even after moving all the downloaded apps to sd card..... do any body have any solution....????
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thats because your dalvik-cache is on phone..
NOTE: SOme ppl report that phone gets a little slower with dalvik-cache on sd..
try this
open terminal
type "su"
then u get a # prompt
execute this "a2sd cachesdreset"
Phone wil reboot and it might TAKE a while in rebuilind dalvik-cache
..you have a lot of free space in phone now..Check it
maximum free memory
well but whats the maximum memory free..
I dont see any harm in moving everything at one to the extention...i am too lazy and prefer shifting everything at once
Dude just follow the steps everything is automated..You will get arnd 150~160mb free after its done..
I've got about 35-40 apps on my phone, using a Class 4 8GB sd card, and my phone has 155mb free. there are some things you don't want to move through Link2SD (such as desktop widgets) or they dont work.
im a newbie.... can you tell me how to partition the sd card......
Dude install custom recovery(I m using AMonra2.2.1) ..Then boot into the recovery and select Partition Sd card ..Select all upgrade options one by one and settle for ext4..And
these options will partition
swap=0
ext=512
fat=rest
using rom manager is another alternative...use the values as given above by sarfaraz
So we all know the Xperia 2011 internl storage is very low. On my Xperia Mini Pro, with CM9 installed (normally, the smallest rom out there), I'm struggling to install apps and keep my storage with at least 50mb free. I use the ZDBox app that has an APP2SD option for moving apps to the SD Card but that's still not enough.
Is there a way I overlooked ? In my old HD2 days, Apps2Ext was working very well. With a 1gb ext partition on your sd-card, you were good to go. However, "ext" doesn't seem to be a popular option around here.
Any idea ?
Thanks !
Link2SD
best for me
guide: http://www.xperiablog.net/2011/12/12/link2sd-guide-never-worry-about-internal-memory-limits-again/
Hi
I confirm, link2sd is a life saver.
Link2sd FTW!
But ull lose ur apps if u format ur fone even though apps are in the sd card
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Link2SD is the best method.
Format your sdcard:
2 partitions (primary) - 1 FAT32 (the main one), 2 EXT2 (for moving apps to 500-1000MB).
In my system I have 100-200 apps (internel storage -150mb free/ system-40 mb free).
All apps are linked to second partition on the sd card.
Important LEAVE launchers, widgets and root apps in internal storage!
Thanks guys! Will look into it this week-end...
DannyBiker said:
Thanks guys! Will look into it this week-end...
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link2sd is the best for me, its has many options, move app to system, unistall system app, clear cache, clear dalvik cache, and you can choose 1 by 1 were to install the app, sometimes i use it just to unistall some system app and clear dalvik ( when i flash a new rom) because you can use it without mount ext for that
Same here. The first app I install after a flash, is Link2SD and Root Explorer. Can't live without them.
Hi
As said, link2sd all the life.:good:
why do i selec install location failure " segmentation fault"
file system type of formated partition
Hi Everyone,
I would like to ask if You know with file system is used during preparing of sd card?
I'm using to create partitions on card CWM (6.0.2.7) from stock CM10 FXP203 kernel.
Created partition has 1GB but App2SD at first run not accepted ext2 saying that that file system might be unsuported.
My phone is Sony LwW with 32GB SD card. What I should select or do to order to work.
Thanks
Thom
Thom75 said:
Hi Everyone,
I would like to ask if You know with file system is used during preparing of sd card?
I'm using to create partitions on card CWM (6.0.2.7) from stock CM10 FXP203 kernel.
Created partition has 1GB but App2SD at first run not accepted ext2 saying that that file system might be unsuported.
My phone is Sony LwW with 32GB SD card. What I should select or do to order to work.
Thanks
Thom
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try to restart phone
or try to choose other ext partition on link2sd or something sholud work if not try to create it on computer with mini-tool partition wizard. it won't format you sd card data so don't worry i have ext 4 and no problems with link2sd
Thom75 said:
Hi Everyone,
I would like to ask if You know with file system is used during preparing of sd card?
I'm using to create partitions on card CWM (6.0.2.7) from stock CM10 FXP203 kernel.
Created partition has 1GB but App2SD at first run not accepted ext2 saying that that file system might be unsuported.
My phone is Sony LwW with 32GB SD card. What I should select or do to order to work.
Thanks
Thom
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An ext3 partition is created when u partition through cwm. So select ext3 option in link2sd.
Link2sd best app for moving,freezing,converting user app to system app,
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skull47 said:
An ext3 partition is created when u partition through cwm. So select ext3 option in link2sd.
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Now is working but I had one strange issue where after moving programs to sd card they still exist in phone so I've two copies.
To be certain how to do it: first I've to move to sdcard and then I've to create link right?
EDIT: Seems to be first time use issue problem, I didn't saw arrow (link)
Thanks
Thom
Hi
Someone plz tell me how to move fb and whatsapp in SDcard. From Manage Application Move to SDcard option is disabled also in App2SD unable to transfer it.
Is it possible????It consumes a lot of space....
For moving apps those do not support to move in SD by default, you need root access on your device & then use any app such as "DroidSail Super App2SD" to move them forcefully to SD card.
maheshmorankar68 said:
Hi
Someone plz tell me how to move fb and whatsapp in SDcard. From Manage Application Move to SDcard option is disabled also in App2SD unable to transfer it.
Is it possible????It consumes a lot of space....
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Root your mob and then simply install link2sd and move them:good:
maheshmorankar68 said:
Hi
Someone plz tell me how to move fb and whatsapp in SDcard. From Manage Application Move to SDcard option is disabled also in App2SD unable to transfer it.
Is it possible????It consumes a lot of space....
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Hi there,
Actually Questions shouldn't go in the General section..You should ask your doubt in the Q&A section....So,just have a look at the FORUM RULES.....Better luck next time
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Thank you,
P.007
Moving facebook on sd card every time you open it, it will erase the data and you will have to repeat the account access.
If you have rooted device, you can use titanium backup to move them to SD.
The app has been moved to SD card, but i am not sure about data stored by these apps.
Data was still in phone memory, i guess.
Second partition not found
Hi Friend,
Thanks for your reply.
I have root the device installed the link2sd app.
But when I move Google App,youtube in SD card it gives me error and Showing messages
Symbolic Link - Second partition not found:crying:
/dev/block/:device not found
Make sure.....
Someone senior please tell me the exact step how to resolve this.
Thanks in advanced... :laugh::
Just uninstall stock youtube and download it again, it will be installed in SD.
To move to sd card u need 2 partions in the sd card..first make 2 partions in sd card..
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@pavan_19
How to do this ?
Easiest way is to use cwm recovery..there is a option partion of sd card click that u will ask about the size,preferabaly give 512mb that it press ok ur sd card partition is over..otherwise use windows minitool partition wizard but u need pc to do it..just google it u will get the procedure to do it.. and one more thing ur sd card content will get erased so backup ur sd card contents to ur pc..
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You Can Use De App Named Link2SD And Copy De Apps Whih U Want To SD.
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maheshmorankar68 said:
@pavan_19
How to do this ?
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Before asking such questions just search a thread related to the topic so its your memory problem so just follow these thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2082465
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I reply here because I spent a lot of time searching through very old posts and trying outdated methods. I didn't know that actually today there is a very easy solution to move whatsapp media folder to SD card. It perfectly worked on my Samsung Galaxy A3 A320FL:
1) Root (I used twrp + magisk method)
2) Download "App2SD" (the original by Vicky Bonick; it's free) and follow instructions on how to create partitions
3) Use "folder mount (app analyzer)" feature, which apparently was not considered in the old posts in this forum, so I suppose it was recently added to Apps2SD.
It's like folder mount, but it's pre-set for some common apps, including Whatsapp. With this feature, you can successfully move Whatsapp media folder to SD, in one clic.
In my case everything worked fine. When I reboot I have to re-mount folder, but it takes one second (just open Apps2SD, tap Folder Mount, slide "whatsapp other").
I need a little help i have a problem with Link2SD. I assign 500 mb to ext2 partition, and i have all my apps in the sd card, playstore, facebook and 2 others are linked. Well my problem is that, i have a notification for less space in internal storage :/ when i trying to install some new games ( well i have like 5 games installed already on the sd)... So why i have just 19% free space in internal storage if i have all my apps in sd? PD : see the image and sorry my bad english
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Link all apps. Don't move them to SD Card.
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move your apps to internal storage and then link them
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Im gonna try that . But i have another issue, why when i install apps automatically install on sd card, i remember in old version of link2sd, new apps are linking to sd and no install on sd. How i can activate that if is possible?
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BuhO.- said:
Im gonna try that . But i have another issue, why when i install apps automatically install on sd card, i remember in old version of link2sd, new apps are linking to sd and no install on sd. How i can activate that if is possible?
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In Link2SD go to settings, Check Auto-Link.
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iamashank said:
In Link2SD go to settings, Check Auto-Link.
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Yeah that is activated at the first but for some reason didn't works, idk but now is working, thanks.
I've been having a similar problem to the OP. Am I right in thinking you move ALL applications to internal storage, even the ones that install to SD card by default and then link them?
I guess there's a problem with your rom or kernel. Who knows
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I guess there's a problem with your rom or kernel. Who knows
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But is this the way to do it? Make sure user apps are are on PHONE before linking?
I'm using LinkSD and it saves me a lot of space in /data.
The way it works :
When installed, an app has three or four parts : the .apk file, the .dex file (in a deodexed ROM), the data folder and, eventually, one or more .so in /data/data/app_folder/lib
- If the app is in internal storage, every parts of it are in /data : .apk in /data/app, .dex in /data/dalvik-cache, data folder and libs in /data/data/name_of_the_app folder
- When the application is moved to sd Card, the .apk file is moved in /mnt/asec/, but the .dex and the data folder remains in internal storage (some applications may also have data in SD Card)
- When the application is linked, the .app, the .dex and the .so files are moved to /data/sdext2 (which is the place where the 2nd partition of the SD Card is mounted), only the data folder (without libs) remains in /data/data (internal storage).
So, the best way to save place in internal storage is to link user applications (no need to move it to internal storage first, it also works when the application is in SD Card).
All my 50 user apps are linked, and I still have 85 Mb free in /data.