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when we partition our sd card to ext in cwm recovery is that ext2 or 3/4? if i use gparted insted of recovery to partition to ext4 is that ok?
Cwm does an ext3 partition, if ur using DTa2sd..it can be converted to ext4 by
su
a2sd convert-ext4
kandros said:
when we partition our sd card to ext in cwm recovery is that ext2 or 3/4? if i use gparted insted of recovery to partition to ext4 is that ok?
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Yes, it is perfectly fine if you make one with gparted or mini tools... make sure you run this command in terminal before flashing a2sd...
mount | grep sd-ext
thanks to both
what mount | grep sd-ext exactly do?
aso my gparted already see my sdext partition ext4 if i partitioned it from recovery is that possible or an error?
That command checks if there exists an sd ext partition.
I don't know abt gparted but cwm formats the card and partitions it so it should not be a prob
I used minitools for partitioning
u can go for ext4 no harm in tht
if ur using mini tool make sure u keep all partitions as primary
also ext2/3/4 wont b detected on windows so dont panic if u dont see the partitions once done they r thr meant for ur phone nt windows
Without a2sd what is the exact command to convert partition to ext4 ? It can be very useful
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roofrider said:
Cwm does an ext3 partition, if it using DTa2sd..it can be converted to ext4 by
su
a2sd convert-ext4
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yeah, but "problem" is after a restore. If we convert partition in ext4 after restore, all data already in partition remain on ext3, only new data will be on ext4.
So it will be good that cwm could format always sdext in ext4
Okay, a question from me...
I have a galaxy fit s5670, running a custom rom that came with darktremor a2sd pre-installed...
I created a partition of 1024mb on my 16gb card, and have enabled swap...but the apps that I install are still going in the phone memory...
Can you please help me out???
Our devices are SIMILAR...
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a.cid said:
Okay, a question from me...
I have a galaxy fit s5670, running a custom rom that came with darktremor a2sd pre-installed...
I created a partition of 1024mb on my 16gb card, and have enabled swap...but the apps that I install are still going in the phone memory...
Can you please help me out???
Our devices are SIMILAR...
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install a2sdgui
That is also pre-installed...after that???
And thank you for replying...
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I have installed link2sd, which seems to be working fine...
When it asked me what partition type did I have, ext3 and 4 gave me a 'partition not found' error...
Ext2 is working fine...
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a.cid said:
Okay, a question from me...
I have a galaxy fit s5670, running a custom rom that came with darktremor a2sd pre-installed...
I created a partition of 1024mb on my 16gb card, and have enabled swap...but the apps that I install are still going in the phone memory...
Can you please help me out???
Our devices are SIMILAR...
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I believe that you are taking about the cache that will use your internal memory even if you have a2sd enabled. THough it is not recommended to do so unless needed (i.e. your memory is very low) you can move dalvik cache to sd-ext from APP2SDGUI app or though this simple command
su
a2sd cachesd
It will move dalvik cache to sd-ext.
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a.cid said:
I have installed link2sd, which seems to be working fine...
When it asked me what partition type did I have, ext3 and 4 gave me a 'partition not found' error...
Ext2 is working fine...
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Don't try anything eles.... Just install darktremor as said here http://yagyagaire.blogspot.com/2011/09/how-to-partition-sd-card-and-install.html
If possible format your sd-ext before installing darktermor app2sd. THen all you need to so is move dalvik to sd-ext as said above. And your internal memory will be totally empty. You can explorer /sd-ext/ folder using root explorer to see if a2sd is working properly.
After using link2sd for a day, I find that it is working, and it even allows u to specify which apps to move, and what all to move...
I did partition before using a2sd, and I understand the thing about the dalvik cache (moving which would make my device slower)...
Anyways, thanks for replying...
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hi all!
I have just compile new version for HTC Salsa.
Clockwork Recovery 5.0.2.8.
HTC Salsa CWR 5.0.2.8
Link: h__p://depositfiles.com/files/edu3k6u8y
Install by:
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
Buttons:
POWER - "back"
CAMERA - "enter"
VOL UP - "up"
VOL DOWN - "down"
See you!
Hay,
Thanks for the notification. Can you please add details of whathas changed/ fixed over last version.
Do I need an upgrade \?
Only some UI and stability improvement(bug fix).
Detailed changel log - not available.
I can make it by "git diff" command from repo, and find what change are, but why?
sorry for bad english, it's not my native language
works fine. flashed ok
I think it corrupts my ext3 partition on my doing something wrong?
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mattiadj said:
I think it corrupts my ext3 partition on my doing something wrong?
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Something wrong, coz it flashed fine here
mattiadj said:
I think it corrupts my ext3 partition on my doing something wrong?
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erm what did u do?
list out how u did it
mattiadj, hi!
What did you mean by saying "corrupts my EXT3 partition.."?
Please, explain for me. If it realy true - i think i can help you.
if it bug in sources, i can path them and recompile for us.
I have 32 gb sd and i need 1gb ext partition.
What i have did is:
Advacend
Partition SD card
Ext size 1024M
Swap Size 0M
Then wait for partitioning.
Now i have my sd ext partition is correctly created.
If i made a full wipe (factory reset) which also format sdext the fs of ext being corrupted!
mattiadj said:
I have 32 gb sd and i need 1gb ext partition.
What i have did is:
Advacend
Partition SD card
Ext size 1024M
Swap Size 0M
Then wait for partitioning.
Now i have my sd ext partition is correctly created.
If i made a full wipe (factory reset) which also format sdext the fs of ext being corrupted!
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theres your problem.
only use minitool partition wizard to create your ext3.
by using recovery cwm it won't work. its a many tried and failed way.
so resize sd card to allow 1.2gb unallocated space.
format 1.2gb unallocated space into ext3 and select primary.
apply each action seperatly. takes around 5 mins to complete.
use and sd card reader in your pc to do this
I have flashed 5.0.2.6 and now no problem with formatting sdcard with recovery in ext3.
I have take this version from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1478678
mattiadj said:
I have flashed 5.0.2.6 and now no problem with formatting sdcard with recovery in ext3.
I have take this version from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1478678
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ok thats fair enough...your problem with ext3 will still exist.
cwm creates a swap drive. the scripts we use doesn't work with a swap drive...even set at 0, so all that work is for nothing...
if you want a working ext partition for the salsa, you have to create it in mini tool only......if you don't and create in cwm...you'll be walking around for days trying to get this to work!
ive stressed so many times for all you guys...you have to follow the ways setup....i know i tested it all out! i wouldn't be sitting here saying...don't make it in cwm if i didn't know what i was saying.
this version cwm is fine.....no problems what so ever.....you need ext3....goto the development forum here and see the advice given
recovery 5.0.2.8 has a problem with restoring sd-ext, it won't.
it will backup but not restore, reverted back to 5.0.2.6 and its fine on restore
whenever i try to factory reset my phone this happens now,,this was after i used the fde rom maybe because of the partition,,what can i do to fix this?:/
Just format through the computer...use mini tool partition or other
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bandarigoda123 said:
Just format through the computer...use mini tool partition or other
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i did format to my PC but still did not work maybe because of my current ROM will try to format it again through recovery,sorry still a bit noobish,,but what are mini too partition and its other similar programs?
is it ext2 or 3, 4 ?
Mini tool partition is nice, to partition sd card, it is very useful....if u want pm me, i will tell u the link
I created an ex3 partition (1gb) using minitool partition wizard for using Link2SD application. But cwm cannot mount the new partition, so naturally Link2SD can't see the partition. I'm using Acecream rom 1.4.
What can i do?
CWM should not mount the second partition, Link2SD has to do that.
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RubenStauttener said:
CWM should not mount the second partition, Link2SD has to do that.
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and how can we back up sd-ext ??
cwm can't detect it
RubenStauttener said:
CWM should not mount the second partition, Link2SD has to do that.
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I tried, also Link2SD can't mout the partition.
rangerofsoul said:
I created an ex3 partition (1gb) using minitool partition wizard for using Link2SD application. But cwm cannot mount the new partition, so naturally Link2SD can't see the partition. I'm using Acecream rom 1.4.
What can i do?
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RubenStauttener said:
CWM should not mount the second partition, Link2SD has to do that.
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rangerofsoul said:
I tried, also Link2SD can't mout the partition.
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Format sd-ext from cwm recovery. It will format it in ext-3 format by default. Then try to get it detected in link2sd. If cwm can't format sd-ext, then try formatting sd-ext using minitool again. May be the first time partition was not created correctly. You may also try to format it in ext2 format as well and then test it.
CWM could not format the partition that i created with minitool. Because I tried re-create, shrink and reformat (also changing ext3 to ext2) but still same. As far as i understand CWM can't do format process because can't mount partition.
Link2SD should ask for creating mount scripts. Select "Ext3", then you will be asked for rebooting your phone, reboot.
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Link2SD should ask for creating mount scripts. Select "Ext3", then you will be asked for rebooting your phone, reboot.
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Yes, Link2SD asked for mount and I selected ext 3, but it couldn't do that . It gave an error something like "unable to mount....".
I want to ask someting different. What happens if I don't create ext3 partition? Link2SD now can move the aplications on SD card. What is the benefit of creating Ext 3 partition?
MOVING to the SD card is only moving a part of the application.
LINKING to the SD card is moving the whole application (apk, dex, lib).
In Link2SD, click on menu, select more, recreate mount scripts, and select ext2.
If that doesn't work, try again and select another one.
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RubenStauttener said:
MOVING to the SD card is only moving a part of the application.
LINKING to the SD card is moving the whole application (apk, dex, lib).
In Link2SD, click on menu, select more, recreate mount scripts, and select ext2.
If that doesn't work, try again and select another one.
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Thaks a lot. I'll try tonight.
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Thaks a lot. I'll try tonight.
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Don't forget to click the "THANKS" button !!!!!
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I found the reason. We have to make primary (in minitool) the new partition. After that Link2SD automatically found the new partition.
Thank you alot again (I clicked the thanks button of course )
saeed14i said:
Format sd-ext from cwm recovery. It will format it in ext-3 format by default. Then try to get it detected in link2sd. If cwm can't format sd-ext, then try formatting sd-ext using minitool again. May be the first time partition was not created correctly. You may also try to format it in ext2 format as well and then test it.
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rangerofsoul said:
I found the reason. We have to make primary (in minitool) the new partition. After that Link2SD automatically found the new partition.
Thank you alot again (I clicked the thanks button of course )
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Technically it was me who asked you to try and re-format your sd-ext using minitool lol just kidding .... but i'm glad it worked out for u :highfive:
saeed14i said:
Technically it was me who asked you to try and re-format your sd-ext using minitool lol just kidding .... but i'm glad it worked out for u :highfive:
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Technically I clicked the "Thanks" button for you
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Technically I clicked the "Thanks" button for you
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lol ... and i thank you for your acknowledgement :good:
rangerofsoul said:
CWM could not format the partition that i created with minitool. Because I tried re-create, shrink and reformat (also changing ext3 to ext2) but still same. As far as i understand CWM can't do format process because can't mount partition.
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Make sure that the ext3 partition is a primary partition not a logical partition.
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You can also create a second partition with CWM.
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i hav a samsung galaxy ace (S5830) running cynogen 7.2.... i made a ext partition n was running it smoothly until i tried flashin Slaidyboost script something went wrong n i had to restore my backup.. the backup was made beffore i made the partition... anyways my problem is when i see the storage the EXT partition still has all my previous files n apps though they got washed out due to the restoring proces.. if theres a way to retrieve those apps it would be great even if not its not a problem but how do i clear the ext partition??? its almost full already i cant add more apps to it!! pls help soon!!
and i think i learnt my lesson to backup everytime before doing something!!!=(=(
shoaib30 said:
i hav a samsung galaxy ace (S5830) running cynogen 7.2.... i made a ext partition n was running it smoothly until i tried flashin Slaidyboost script something went wrong n i had to restore my backup.. the backup was made beffore i made the partition... anyways my problem is when i see the storage the EXT partition still has all my previous files n apps though they got washed out due to the restoring proces.. if theres a way to retrieve those apps it would be great even if not its not a problem but how do i clear the ext partition??? its almost full already i cant add more apps to it!! pls help soon!!
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Format sd-ext in recovery.
Rom: Xperion v4.2
Gildan said:
Format sd-ext in recovery.
Rom: Xperion v4.2
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im a noob=P=| is there a direct option for formatting ext in recovery?
or try using minitool partition wizard on pc
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Gildan said:
Format sd-ext in recovery.
Rom: Xperion v4.2
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okay i found it=) thank you=)=)
rahulnandwani said:
or try using minitool partition wizard on pc
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i did download minitool partition wizard since i read some article on google abt it.... ran it.. wiped the EXT n replaced with 0s and then formatted it to ext3 but still nothing happened when i checked on the phone it stil told 210mb used.... anyways formatting in CMW worked fine.. thank you u anyways for the help... =)
Go to CWM Recovery and then select 'Mounts and Storage' and search for "Format ex-t partition" and select it.
Done !