Restoring Android from a brick state: detailed visual instructions. What is recovery in Android (stock and custom) How to return standard recovery to Android

In the last article I talked about. Today we will continue this topic and talk in detail about custom recovery modes, their advantages over stock ones and how to install them.

What is custom Recovery

Custom recovery is essentially an extended version of the recovery mode in smartphones and tablets. Its main advantage over the stock one is the presence of features that manufacturers usually hide from users in order to protect their devices from “those who like to experiment.”

With custom recovery you can:

• Make backup copies of various sections of the device’s memory or the entire firmware and restore them accordingly (Backup and Restore items)
• Install unofficial firmware (Custom Rom)
• Install unofficial add-ons and patches via the “install zip from sdcard” item
• Format various memory partitions (Among them are such partitions as: boot - boot partition, system - system partition, data - user data, cache - application cache, sdcard - memory card)
• Create new partitions on the memory card

The most common versions of custom recoveries are CWM (developed by ClockworkMod) and TWRP (developed by TeamWin). Both of these consoles have almost equal functionality and the choice of one or another recovery is usually determined by which one is easier to install or by the banal absence or presence of device support.

How to install CWM Recovery

Installation via RomManager

The easiest way to install CWM is to use the RomManager application. This application can be installed for free from Google Play, and from there you can flash CWM by selecting “Flash ClockworkMod Recovery” in the main window. From there you can reboot the device into recovery mode by selecting “Reboot into Recovery”. Please note that RomManager requires Root to operate. You can read how to get it.

Attention! Before installing recovery via RomMnager, be sure to check if your device model is in the list of supported ones here https://clockworkmod.com/rommanager. With rash actions you can turn your device into a “brick”!

Installation via Fastboot mode

The “classic” way to install recovery is to flash the recovery.img file directly into the Recovery section of your device via FastBoot mode. This method, unfortunately, cannot claim to be universal, because It requires an unlocked bootloader. But, firstly, it is not possible to unlock it on all devices, and secondly, not all devices have a Recovery section.

However, if your device meets all the necessary requirements, you can safely use the following instructions.

How to install TWRP Recovery

Installation via TWRP Manager

The easiest way to install TWRP, similar to CWM, is to install it using the special TWRP Manager application. Here you will also need Root rights.

Installation via ADB

Similar to FastBoot, TWRP can be installed via ADB

1. Download and install the Android SDK, including Android SDK Tools, Android SDK Platform tools, and Google USB Driver
2. Download the Recovery.img file from the TeamWin website (http://teamw.in/twrp_view_all_devices) by selecting your device from the list.
3. Rename it twrp.img and copy it to the root of your device's SD card
4. Connect your device to your computer via USB
5. Launch the Windows Command Prompt by typing “cmd” in the “Run” box of the Start menu.
6. In the window that opens, enter “cd C:\android-sdk-windows\platform-tools\adb”
7. Enter the following lines:
   su
   dd if=/sdcard/twrp.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p34
8. Reboot your device

Also, TWRP can be installed via FasBoot, in exactly the same way as I described for CWM.

What to do if your device is not on the supported list

Most often, in the absence of official developer support, volunteers assemble their own versions of CWM. The methods for installing them can vary greatly; it can be installation from an SD card, firmware via Flashtool or Odin (in the case of Samsung devices). On devices with a locked bootloader, installation can also be performed through third-party applications.

You can find out whether it is possible to install a custom recovery on your device and how to do it in special branches on the Russian-language portal 4pda, or the global English-language portal

What should you do if your Android smartphone suddenly starts to freeze and behave as if it wanted to live its own life? How to reflash Android? This question is asked by many users of modern gadgets of various brands - from top-end Samsung and Sony to the Chinese Xiaomi (more often colloquially called Xiaomi) and Meizu, which are now gaining popularity.

Possible solutions to problems

One of the simplest tips would be to reset your device to factory settings. Indeed, in this case, no third-party intervention is required - all settings and resets are done at the software level. But this trick will only work if the smartphone’s malfunctions are caused only by software and clogged memory. After resetting the settings, and in frequent cases erasing the content, the device turns on like new.

What is "Recovery" and what is it eaten with?

Many immediately give up their positions and throw out the white flag, rushing to contact service centers. But any experienced user will tell you that this is not worth doing. After all, you can save yourself extra nerves and money by just following the simple steps from these instructions.

“Recovery” is a smartphone software based on the Android OS, which is something like a “BIOS” on a PC. That is, using “Recovery” you can completely reset your smartphone to factory settings, you can also install operating system updates and simply flash it. When purchasing in a store, the user most often receives a device with a factory “Recovery” menu, which is slightly limited in functionality and will not allow you to successfully flash the operating system.

If we talk about “custom” (translated from English custom - “made to order”) “Recovery”, then it will allow you to more fully “communicate” with the phone system, make backup copies of firmware and restore them, as well as make a more complete and deep reset of the device.

How to enter "Recovery"

To flash your device via Recovery, you must first get into this very menu. This couldn’t be easier to do, especially since on many devices the input combination is exactly the same. So, if the smartphone has a physical central button or a “Home” button (most often found in older Samsung and LG devices, but it can also appear in more modern devices), you need to hold down the “Home” buttons with the gadget turned off. and “Volume +”, then, without releasing them, press the power button.

The device will turn on in the desired mode. If you have a more modern device without a physical Home button, you need to repeat the process described above, but using only the Volume + button and the Power button. If the desired result was not achieved, you should refer to the extended list of ways to enter the “Recovery” menu for different manufacturers.

What else will you need?

In order to understand how to reflash Android, you first need to download the firmware for your device. Most often, firmware files are hidden from public view for security purposes and to protect the manufacturer’s data. This is why ordinary users create backup copies of their operating systems and form databases of stock firmware from them, links to which can be found on specialized websites. It is the firmware file itself, located in the archive with the *.zip extension, that you will need to understand how to restore Android using Recovery.

There are also times when you are tired of the old stock firmware and want something new. That is why there are always craftsmen who create custom firmware, “cutting out” the unnecessary from them or, conversely, adding something new. In such cases, it will not be possible to use the standard “Recovery”, and here those same custom CWM Recovery (ClockWorkMod Recovery) or

Installation or TWRP

It is not necessary to install Recovery on Android via a computer; most often, on the contrary, it is easier to use the stock one. All you need to do is download the necessary file, again located in an archive with the *.zip extension, and place it on the external flash card of your smartphone.

After that, going to the stock “Recovery”, you need to select the “Apply update from external storage” item and in the list that opens, select the same file with the custom “Recovery”. After confirming your selection, the installation process will begin, after which the device will prompt you to reboot. The process is complete.

How to flash Android via Recovery

Moving directly to the process of installing the firmware itself, I would like to say that all unofficial files of the Android operating system, created directly by users of certain devices, should be installed at your own peril and risk. If, however, the decision is made to install a non-native version of the software, you should make sure that the firmware is “written” specifically for the phone that you plan to reflash.

If we are talking about stock firmware, then you should not bother installing CWM Recovery or TWRP. All manipulations that need to be done are limited to downloading the factory firmware file and placing it on an external memory card. After this, the process is similar to installing a custom Recovery. That is, you need to go to the stock “Recovery” menu, select “Apply update from external storage”, then specify the firmware file directly and confirm the action. After the process is completed, you need to take one more step that will help avoid freezes and glitches when turning on and operating the device. Immediately after the firmware is completed, you need to select the “Wipe data/factory reset” menu item and confirm the action. This will clear information about previous software and files that were present on the device before the firmware process.

After completing these steps, you must select the “Reboot system now” menu item. The device will reboot and the process of setting up the smartphone from scratch will begin. If the power-on process is delayed and the device logo “hangs”, it is worth remembering whether the settings reset item was performed after flashing.

Custom versions of Android

How to flash Android via Recovery is, in principle, clear. It remains to figure out what to do with OS versions written directly by device users. The answer is simple: the process needs to be repeated, performing the same manipulations in custom “Recovery”. The only difference is that the firmware file itself can now be placed not only on an external memory card, but also on the internal memory of the device. This adds convenience in the event that a flash card is simply missing. In this case, you will have to select the “Apply update from internal storage” option.

It is also worth noting that in CWM Recovery and TWRP the “Wipe data/factory reset” item has been replaced with two separate items: “Wipe data” and “Wipe cache”. After installing “Android” through “Recovery” (namely, the custom version) has succeeded, in the modified ClockWorkMod or TeamWin menu you need to select the “Wipe Dalvik cache” sub-item, which will significantly increase the chances of successfully turning on the device with the new operating system.

Restoring stock firmware

If you don’t like it or don’t get used to it, there is always the opportunity to return everything to its place. Many people ask the question: “How to restore Android through Recovery, namely the stock version?” The answer lies in the point above. Roughly speaking, returning everything to normal occurs in the same way as making the initial changes.

All you need to do is download the firmware from the manufacturer to a flash card or internal memory, then select the appropriate “Recovery” menu item and do a complete reset of settings/content. In principle, nothing complicated.

It seems that understanding how to flash Android via Recovery is not so difficult. But if some points are unclear, or you are not confident in your knowledge, it is better not to get involved with such processes. But even if something doesn’t work out, you can always restore the device’s firmware through the corresponding menu item. The main thing is to make a backup copy before flashing Android via Recovery. To do this, you will need a custom “Recovery” and a little patience, because the process of backing up the firmware takes a lot of time.

If something goes wrong, you can always turn to knowledgeable people. At least an authorized service center will definitely help you. The main thing is not to lose heart and move forward confidently. This is the only way to achieve any results. Good luck with the flashing!

This time I will show you how to install stock firmware on your Samsung Galaxy smartphone or tablet, that is, restore the state of a new device. This method will also allow you to revive your gadget after an unsuccessful installation of custom firmware or get rid of problems with the operation of the device. You can also update your device to the latest software version if you can't wait for the over-the-air update. Everything is completely safe!

This method involves using the convenient Odin utility for Windows. Don't worry if you're not familiar with her. Thanks to the step-by-step instructions below, you will learn everything you need to successfully restore using Odin. It's worth noting that all data stored in the device's internal memory will be erased, so save it to your computer before you begin. You can also backup SMS, contacts, media files and more by checking our guide.

How to prepare for the Samsung Android device recovery process:

So, are you all set? Have you installed the drivers and rebooted your computer? Have you unpacked the Odin program archives and firmware? Is your smartphone/tablet charged? Then let's get started! Follow my instructions carefully and in 15 minutes you will receive a device with freshly installed software.

How to restore stock firmware on any Samsung device:

Step 1: Launch Odin on your computer.

Step 2: Put your mobile device into Download Mode. To do this, turn it off, and then press the buttons one by one “Volume down”, "Home" And “Nutrition“. Then press the button once “Volume Up”, to continue.

Step 3: Connect the gadget to your computer via a USB cable.

Step 4: When a blue light appears in front of the connected port in the Odin program, click on the button "AP" and select the firmware file that you should have downloaded in advance.

Step 5: The Odin utility takes a few minutes to check the firmware. When it is ready, press the button "Start", which is located at the bottom of the window.

Step 6: After the process is completed, the device will reboot automatically.

Step 7: In a few minutes you should see the initial setup screen, where you need to select the interface language, connect to the network, add an account, and so on.

That's all! Now your gadget has stock software installed, which will receive official updates over the air.

Any device with Android OS starts in Recovery mode. This is a standard feature. However, with the factory version you can perform too narrow a range of tasks. So, this is resetting the phone to its initial settings, clearing the cache, and also updating the system from the update.zip file. Obviously, users who are expanding their knowledge in the IT field are very dissatisfied with such a meager list. This is where specially developed Recovery Modes come to the rescue. CWM Recovery is a popular tool among Android users and a worthy replacement for the factory one.

Why do you need CWM Recovery mode?

Clockworkmod Recovery (CWM) is a famous alternative to factory recovery mode developed by Koushik Dutta. You can install it on most Android devices. CWM Recovery helps even in situations that sometimes seem hopeless to the average owner. That is why it is necessary to know about its existence, and also be able to use it.

CWM mode has many options

What exactly does the utility do:

Installs unofficial custom firmware and kernels.

Installs factory system updates, add-ons and OS patches.

Connects to a computer via USB in removable storage mode and for working with the ADB program.

Creates a complete backup copy of the current firmware and its individual parts (system, settings, applications).

Restores the device from a previously created backup.

Resets settings to factory settings (Wipe - data/factory reset), clears cache (wipe cache), clears Dalvik-cache (wipe Dalvik-cache), clears battery statistics (wipe battery stats).

Creates partitions on a memory card and formats them.

CWM: installation instructions

ClockworkMod is sewn into the internal memory of the device in place of the factory mode. In some cases, work is carried out on the gadget itself with access to Root rights, and in others - on a PC.

The article covers such basic methods as Rom Manager, FastBoot, Rashr and Odin. For many devices, companies themselves produce separate utilities, for example, Acer Recovery Installer for Acer devices. CWM is implemented into the device memory on these devices also through ADB software, which is suitable for devices manufactured by HTC.

Rom Manager: Rooting and embedding

Rom Manager is a utility created by the CWM developers. It is available for download on Google Play Market. Allows you to install CWM Recovery on the device itself without using a computer and a USB cable. Before using it, you must root the device, that is, obtain administrator rights.

Obtaining Root rights

The procedure is simple and can be easily carried out using special software. As an example, we can take the Framaroot program. Anyone can navigate its simple and intuitive interface, even without instructions.

Download the app from the store and open it. In the drop-down line, give preference to the item “Install SuperSU” or “Install SuperUser”. Click on the drop-down window

Select a method for obtaining Root rights. Follow the advice - restart the device for the changes to take effect.

For the changes to take effect, restart the device

Launching Rom Manager

Now is the time to use the program:

Launch the software and click on the first section of Recovery Setup, and then click on ClockworkMod Recovery. Select Recovery Setup

Find and select the device model from the list of available ones. If the model is not in the list, then this method of flashing Recovery is not suitable and you need to use another one. After confirming the action, the files will begin to download, as indicated by the progress bar. Next, a notification will pop up stating that you need to grant Root rights to the program. Then the CWM installation itself will be carried out. Click on ClockworkMod Recovery to install

Video: how to flash Recovery with Rom Manager

Although the method is easy, it has a drawback: it is not suitable for all devices, as mentioned earlier. Before you start using this method, it would be logical to first determine that this program is compatible with the gadget. The list is available on the official Rom Manager website.

FastBoot Mode: Complex Method

The CWM installation method using FastBoot will require skill from the user, as it is much more complicated than the previous one. It runs not on the device, but on the computer. It is recommended to use it only if you already have skills in such operations. Before installation, you need to download certain files to your computer or laptop. This list also includes the Android SDK platform, available for Windows, Mac and Linux.

Preparatory stage

What you need to have before installing CWM using FastBoot mode:

A computer with Windows OS and a USB cable to connect the device to the PC.

USB drivers for correct device detection. They can be downloaded from the official website of the manufacturer.

Android SDK platform.

Recovery file.

The Android SDK utility will help you install the necessary Android SDK Tools and Android SDK Platform tools packages:

Go to the bottom of the official page. There will be three options. In this case, it is the Windows version. Click on tools_version-windows.zip.
Download the Anroid SDK zip archive for Windows from the official website

Extract all contents from the archive to drive C. Open and click on tools. The android file needed to download the packages directly is there. Double click on the file and the manager is open.
Find the android file in the unzipped folder and open

Check the box to the left of Android SDK Platform-tools and click Install 1 package.

Select Android SDK Platform-tools and click Install package

Standard request to accept the license agreement. Check the Accept License box and then click Install. The direct installation of the packages necessary for the firmware, which were mentioned earlier, will begin.
Accept the license agreement

After the installation process is complete, find platform-tools in tools_version-windows. It will contain important fastboot and adb files.
The fastboot and adb files are located in the tools_version-windows folder after installing the Android SDK Platform-tools package

What else needs to be done before starting the firmware itself? Judging by the list above, you need the recovery-clockwork.img file. This is one of the key tools for further work. Downloading it won't be difficult, but it doesn't end there. It is important to place this file in the platform-tools folder. For further convenience in the firmware, you need to rename it to recovery.img.

Place the file in the platform-tools folder

Get straight to the point!

Now everything is ready for the CWM firmware itself, so you can safely get to work. Below is a detailed description of the actions, in which it is quite difficult to get lost.

First, connect the device to be flashed to your computer via USB. At the same time, FastBoot mode starts (a combination of the power and volume down keys). Although this combination works most often, it is not suitable for everyone. In some cases, this is the Home key and the same volume reduction. When the first option doesn't work out, nothing will happen if you use the second.
Start your device in FastBoot mode

The main procedure is performed on the command line. First you need to open it. In a Windows terminal window (press Win + R keys) write the cmd command.
To open the command prompt, go to Start and type cmd

The command line is immediately ready to use. Type cd / immediately after the last entry and press Enter.
Type cd / and press Enter

Next, you need to go to the platform-tools folder in the terminal itself. The path to the folder may differ among users, so it is extremely important to use your own option so that the operation ends with a certain success. Copying the path from the window line would be the correct solution.

The next line in the black window should look like cd path_to_folder_platform-tools. Press Enter again.
Enter the command with the path to the folder

The next step is the adb devices command. It will help determine whether the PC sees the device. Next type adb reboot bootloader. Wait until the device turns on as a bootloader. Finally, go to the final part of the firmware: enter fastboot flash recovery recovery.img. and press Enter.
The adb devices command will help determine whether the PC sees the device

If successful, a message will appear. The next time you restart the phone in recovery mode, check that the new firmware is installed. If all is well, the device will enter ClockworkMod Recovery mode.

The level of complexity, as you can see, is high, so before the procedure it is strongly recommended to check that this method is suitable for the device, since it may not work in all gadgets. In practice, this method is good if the manufacturer of the device is HTC.

Rashr app

The installation method using Rashr is convenient and easy to perform; it is recommended for beginners. However, ironically, it also requires administrator rights. You can get them in a few steps. Detailed instructions were given earlier in the section on Rom Manager.

How to work with Rashr

First you need to download the application itself. It is available for free in the Play Market (Rashr - Flash Tool). You can also view the program on a third-party site, but you need to beware of suspicious web pages so as not to catch a virus.

When the program is already on the phone, you need to open it and grant it the previously obtained Root rights upon request. Then everything is simple:

Select CWM Recovery. Click CWM Recovery

The software will provide available versions of Recovery for the given device being flashed, such as the touch ClockworkMod and the option with key control.
Select Recovery from the list of available ones for your device

Select the most suitable version and click Yes to confirm the download.
Click Yes to confirm download

After downloading, a notification will pop up that the new recovery has been successfully downloaded and installed. To go there, click Yes.
To go to Recovery, click Yes

Video: CWM and Rashr

Odin: solution for Samsung

The previous three methods are suitable for different device models. The same method is effective for Samsung devices. This is a proprietary utility, so it cannot be used for devices from other manufacturers. There are many versions of this application. The latest one is Odin 3.09.

Here the standard factory version of Recovery is changed to a modified one using a PC, as with FastBoot:

Download Samsung Odin from the official website.
Download the Odin program on PC

Establish a connection between the PC and the gadget via a USB cable and switch the device to Download Mode. There are two options depending on the device model. If one doesn't work, another will definitely work:

• power/lock button and volume down (on older devices released before mid-2011);
• power/lock button, Home and volume down (all other devices).

Pressing the volume up button confirms entering recovery mode. Next, launch the already downloaded Odin program. A program window will open, where available files for download will be listed. In the case of Recovery firmware, you need to check the box to the left of AP. In other versions of the software, the field may be called PDA.

Click the Start button and wait until the firmware is completed successfully.
Click the Start button and wait for the firmware to finish

How to enable CWM Recovery mode after flashing

Once CWM mode has been installed using one of the above methods, you need to check if it works. You can launch ClockworkMod Recovery:

using the ROM Manager program, selecting the “Load Recovery mode” section on its initial page;

by pressing the keys simultaneously after turning off the device. Combinations may vary depending on the model and manufacturer of the device. In most cases, these are the volume down and power buttons;

using the ADB program using the adb reboot recovery button.

Possible difficulties

During the installation of an alternative Recovery Mode, in particular CWM, various difficulties and errors may arise. Which of them are the most common and how to solve them?

CWM Recovery does not recognize the memory card

CWM makes it possible to update your phone using an archive. When opening Recovery, the user sees a message that the flash card cannot be mounted. After installing another card, even with less memory, the problem disappears. The reason lies in the Windows system itself. The fact is that it diverges from card formatting standards. To ensure formatting is performed in accordance with the specification of SD/SDHC/SDXC flash cards, and not just in standard form, it is recommended to use specialized software, for example, SD Formatter.

The SD Formatter program allows you to correctly format the SD card

CWM does not see the internal memory of the device: problem solution

When the files to be recovered are located on the internal memory, and therefore can only be recovered from there, a problem may arise. When you connect the USB cable to the PC and enable USB Debugging, the program reports that the Android device is not detected and you need to enable USB Debugging.

To solve this problem:

Connect the device as a camera, not a storage device. If there are other options available, choose them.

Install universal drivers.

Find a more suitable Recovery program for your device.

Recovery menu doesn't work

If when you launch the alternative recovery mode (volume + Home button or power) a picture appears with a lying robot, then the recovery was flashed, but when you restarted the device it was overwritten by the stock Recovery.

The problem is solved as follows.

Before flashing the Odin3 program, you need to uncheck the Auto restart checkbox and disconnect the cable after flashing. From Download mode on the device, go to recovery mode by pressing the volume up + home screen + power keys in sequence and hold them until the recovery menu appears. So you should get into the custom recovery menu anyway.

In it, select Reboot system now and then check Yes. This action will overwrite the stock recovery with a custom one and the “No command” error will be corrected.

Flashing a new Recovery mode means acquiring new functionality. Firmware methods vary in complexity, but ironically, the simplest of them require access to Root, that is, device administrator rights. When choosing a firmware method, you need to be guided by the phone model first. Rom Manager is not suitable for all devices. For HTC, the FastBoot method is more suitable, while for Samsung it would be more correct to choose Odin.

Often the best way to restore Android is to reset it to factory settings. This way you can solve most problems with the device freezing and various glitches. If the gadget turns on and is able to boot on its own, then the easiest way to clean the system to its original state and delete all user data is through the settings menu.

Performing a Hard Reset from a running system

This feature is already included initially in the interface of any Android device, so no third-party utilities are required to completely reset the device if it turns on:

1. Go to the device settings, sometimes the folder is called “Settings”;
2. Here go to the data archiving and settings reset section;
3. Make sure that the data archiving and auto-recovery items are checked, then you can easily restore the current settings of the gadget after it resets;
4. In “Personal Data”, click on the data reset line.

After this, all that remains is to read the system warning that all installed applications and the user account will be deleted from the device’s memory. Confirm your intention, after which the gadget will reboot and you will have a completely “clean” smartphone or Android tablet in your hands. It will be cleared of all personal information and malicious applications.

You can also restore your Android device to its factory settings using a computer, using the gadget manufacturer’s proprietary program. You just need to connect it to your PC, find the “Restore” item and start the process, following the instructions of the program.

Entering the Recovery menu

Just like in any system, you can perform a data reset procedure, the capabilities of the Recovery console are built into any Android device, even if it does not turn on. The only difference for gadgets from different manufacturers is the procedure for entering this mode. Let's present an approximate algorithm of actions for entering Recovery Mode, and also describe how it can restore the system.

For Samsung devices:

• simultaneously hold down the Volume Down and Power buttons;
• After the logo appears, release the Power button while still holding Volume Down until a list of Recovery Mode commands appears on the display.

If the algorithm described above does not work, then simply hold down three buttons at once - Power, Volume Up and Home until you enter reset mode.

Please note that the device must be disconnected from USB and charging, so better recharge your device before performing a hard reset procedure.

• hold down the Power buttons and the volume rocker in the middle for a few seconds;
• then once - on Volume Down or Volume Up.

If the method does not work, press Power until the device vibrates, then press Volume Up several times at once.

For Nexus, ASUS, etc. devices, the method of pressing the Power and Volume Down keys simultaneously is usually suitable.

Recovery mode features

It provides the user with several options at once, even if the tablet does not turn on. The most accessible thing for any user is a complete reset and deletion of all user files. In this way, you can solve problems with unstable operation of the gadget, for example, as a result of a virus:

1. Using the volume rocker, highlight the wipe data/factory reset menu item;
2. Activate this feature by pressing Power;
3. Once the reset is complete, which usually takes no more than a few seconds, activate the Reboot System Now command in the same way.

The device will reboot, and it will fully restore functionality. True, user applications, files and settings will be deleted. Therefore, if the device turns on, make a backup of it.

Making a backup from the recovery console

In order to be able to restore its functionality after resetting the device, it would be useful to make a full backup of the device. It is enabled in the Recovery console:

1. Using the volume rockers and the Power button, select and activate the Backup and Restore line.
2. In the menu that opens, open the Backup item in the same way.

The process of creating an archive takes about 10 minutes. To restore the system from the created archive, in the Backup and Restore section, select Restore. But keep in mind that a full system backup can be made using this method only if you have Root rights.

Android recovery without Root access

Few ordinary users want to solve problems with obtaining Root access to their device. Therefore, let’s consider the Safe Backup application, with which you can back up various data if the smartphone/tablet is turned on - contacts, alarms, calendars, bookmarks, photos, videos, application installation archives, etc.

A backup is performed on Android as follows: