yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[HTC Sensation] rzr86:
you can upgrade from 4ext updater

connect to internet open 4ext updater

it will show you that it is an update for 4ext

choose the latest one(4EXT Recovery Touch 1.0.0.5 RC 9)

done

that it is what i did
[HTC Sensation] zandgreen:
Won't boot after Nandroid restore

Hello, it's been two months I'am a happy user of the Sensation device. It is s-off and rooted. I've been doing nandroid backups during all this time though never had a chance to restore them because I us Titanium Backup as well. But recently I decided to restore the phone from one of the nandroid backups with the help of 4ext-rc9. The restore process was finished without errors, but when I tried to boot the loading was stuck on the rom logo. When I connected the phone to the PC I found in the dmesg that it was trying to make a folder and could not execute the process:

I/installd( 1145): installd firing up
E/cutils ( 1145): Failed to mkdir(/data/media/0): No such file or directory
E/installd( 1145): Failed to setup media for user 0
E/installd( 1145): Could not create directories; exiting.

I decided to format the internal memory and try chances with another backup but was blocked by the same error.

I decided not to rush and to think first. Here are my variants:

1) the nandroid backup problem: this one seems to be least probable for I haven't found any similar bugreports; folder structure for all roms must be the same, ics or jb;

2) the 4ext restore problem: also doubtful for it would have shown mistakes while restoring the backup while it went clean; I managed to make a partial restore of the apps and sms;

3) the phone configuration problem: this might be the reason - even though the phone is s-off I should have probably turn the smartflash option on in the 4ext app; maybe it's a permission problem

Next thing I'm going to do is to try is to restore with the smartflash option on but I don't have much free time for experimenting.

P.S. in general "Failed to mkdir(/data/media/0): No such file or directory" means that there is a folder missing and the mkdir command cannot create a folder on a lower level if "media" folder doesn't exist for example. But why it would not exist?
[HTC Sensation] NoSubstitute:
Sv: [TOUCHCOVERY] 4EXT Recovery Touch v1.0.0.5 RC3 | 1.0.0.5 with SmartFlash for s-on

Folder structure isn't necessarily the same.

Mkdir error could be that it is trying to create the dirs in the wrong order.

Skickat från min Nexus 7 via Tapatalk 2
[HTC Sensation] zandgreen:
Ok, the file structure may be different, but the backup structure should correspond to the source structure. When I looked into the backup files I haven't found the "media" folder in the "data.ext4.tar" archive though it is there on my file system. So it is bringing us to the first option - nandroid backup problem. I'm going to post it in the nandroid thread.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1620255
[HTC Sensation] chrisw99:
Re: [TOUCHCOVERY] 4EXT Recovery Touch v1.0.0.5 RC3 | 1.0.0.5 with SmartFlash for s-on

Its probably due to one of the more recent Roms upgrading the firmware. You can't restore a nandroid from an earlier firmware unless you flash/downgrade the FW first.
[HTC Sensation] zandgreen:
Re: [TOUCHCOVERY] 4EXT Recovery Touch v1.0.0.5 RC3 | 1.0.0.5 with SmartFlash for s-on

Crisw99: thank you, but it is probably not the case. I have tried to make a backup of the same rom with 4ext recovery and could boot in without any trouble. I've compared two files "data.4ext.tar" and the one made by nandroid is missing "media" folder which is logical for archiving of this folder was deprecated since the 5,5 version for the reason of size. But for some reason the recovery is following old scenario and not aware that there is no "media" folder. This is my guess only and i have a very slight idea of what there is going under the hood.
[HTC Sensation] reddvilzz:
Sorry just some suggestion here. Can this recovery added some progress bar so that we can really see the progress of flashing or restoring etc? Would be nicer :D, not just some spiner or what is it called:D
[HTC Sensation] Shroomster:
Re: [TOUCHCOVERY] 4EXT Recovery Touch v1.0.0.5 RC3 | 1.0.0.5 with SmartFlash for s-on

I don't mean to be rude, so, please don't take this wrong, max pointed out that adding a progress bar would result in two things maybe three:

-longer loading times as scripting a progress bar would take away from processing (I'm winging this as I don't remember the accurate reason)

-it would take a while for him to write code/script for a progress bar which takes away from time he could spend tweaking this to another phone.

Hope this helps.

HTC sensation customized by NRG
[HTC Sensation] reddvilzz:
Re: [TOUCHCOVERY] 4EXT Recovery Touch v1.0.0.5 RC3 | 1.0.0.5 with SmartFlash for s-on

Okay thanks for you information by the way. Nope you don't being rude at all.

That is all i needed to know. Because i know the latest version of non touch 4ext have progress bar but why this new touch didn't have it. So I'm curious if it is will be implemented or not at all. That why i ask for that :D

Sent from my HTC Sensation using Xparent Green Tapatalk 2
[HTC Sensation] metropical:
wipe and format

when wiping to install a new ROM, what is the difference between:

format system

format data

format boot

format all partitons (except SD)

wipe data/factory reset

and which is the best choice?

and when should one wipe cache and dalvik?
[HTC Sensation] DMen81:
Re: [TOUCHCOVERY] 4EXT Recovery Touch v1.0.0.5 RC3 | 1.0.0.5 with SmartFlash for s-on

I always wipe cache n dalvik cache b4 flashing anything, then I wipe data/factory reset, then lastly format all partition except sd card (this wipes your current rom).

Flash rom n gapps if needed then wipe cache n dalvik cache, reboot n let it bake 4, 10 mins b4 I reboot one last time n start exploring my new cool rom. Hope that helped.
[HTC Sensation] metropical:
yes, good info. I'll try that method.

what order do you reflash or doesn't that matter?

ROM 1st then kernel or visa versa? For those ROMs that one uses an "outside" kernel.
[HTC Sensation] Shroomster:
Bump! Excited for the inclusion of new phones in next update!

HTC sensation customized by NRG
[HTC Sensation] bxlegend:
Encryption Support

You just need to "format all partitions except sd card" and you're good to go. No need for anything else. I would like to know if the developer will add support for encrypted devices?
[HTC Sensation] rp56:
I'm on v1.004 right now.all I have to do is flash the updater to update to 1.005? Thanks
[HTC Sensation] rzr86:
yeap install 4ext recovery updater and then do the update
[HTC Sensation] emanon:
Support for HTC ONE

Hi madmaxx82 will you be supporting the new HTC ONE. I just order my HTC ONE today and I was curious cause I love 4EXT recovery.

\Regards
[HTC Sensation] Justin20020:
how can I go in the recovery when I'm booting the phone?
[HTC Sensation] Skipjacks:
From a powered off state hold power and volume down until the bootloader appears. Use the bootloader to navigate to recovery.

Once the rom boot process has started you can't get into recovery. You must do it from a fully powered off state.
[HTC Sensation] alipashang77:
Hi, I wanted to know that can I restore a backup that is taken by CWM and restore it on 4ext?

My device is Sensation XE

tnx
[HTC Sensation] rzr86:
probably yes because 4ext is based on cwm recovery(i think)
[HTC Sensation] Skipjacks:
I think this is correct as well, but its been a while since I had cwm installed to check. I'm 95% certain it works.

However...if it doesn't you can easily flash cwm recovery from 4ext recovery, reboot back into recovery and you will have cwm installed which will obviously restore the cwm backup.

Sent from your phone. You should be careful where you leave that thing.
[HTC Sensation] Jeanz Sensation:
I just thought about giving a feedback.

I made a backup using 4ext and then tapped reboot. But the phone didn't reboot. I pressed the power button and it still didn't boot.

Had to take the battery out and then reinsert it to reboot the device and so far its fine.

May be an issue which the dev might want to look at!
[HTC Sensation] rzr86:
i have never had such an issue with 4ext when rebooting:confused:
[HTC Sensation] Jeanz Sensation:
Yea it might be a one off thingy. But it was so strange that it didn't reboot.

Edit: And I forgot to mention... this is the 2nd time its happened to me after backing up the data.
[HTC Sensation] rzr86:
install 4ext updater and use it to install the latest version of 4ext recovery
[HTC Sensation] FxJohnnyEng:
Can this Recovery support HTC butterfly X920D??

Because i access this apps on play store, it written compatible with my device. need u guys advice
[HTC Sensation] fire_kid2003:
os there a flashable version

cause .apk keeps my sensation in bootloop
[HTC Sensation] RucaNebas:
I have the latest version of 4ext recovery and I have the same issue on my Sensation.
[HTC Sensation] eymas:
I once read that it was possible to flash kernels etc. via 4EXT's SmartFlash(S-ON)

Is this still possible? If yes;

- Can you explain how-to?

- Which kernel would be the best choice to perform said how-to with?
[HTC Sensation] rzr86:
did you try to reflash the recovery.img?

---------- Post added at 02:23 PM ---------- Previous post was at 02:21 PM ----------

yes it is possible

put the kernel.zip in the root of your sdcard

reboot to recovery

enable smartflash from it

flash the kernel

i see you are using aosp rom(depending from your signature)

then choose a kernel for aosp roms

for kernels go to the development section
[HTC Sensation] fire_kid2003:
can anyone guide me

smartflash is not working on my S-on

its says enabled but after flashing albino man's ROM

i am still having boot loop of HTC logo
[HTC Sensation] rzr86:
do these steps

format all partitions except sdcard from 4ext

enable smartflash from 4ext

flash the rom

done
[HTC Sensation] fire_kid2003:
Thankx but i still cant pass the htc boot screen

any idea ?
[HTC Sensation] eymas:
Which one would be the best choice though, I see various types of Sultan, Bricked etc...
[HTC Sensation] eps0r:
checkin it out, sounds awesome :D
[HTC Sensation] erdemdengel:
Thanks

Amazing job
[HTC Sensation] sykomaniac:
Will I be able to restore TWRP 1.1 compressed backups using 4ext?
[HTC Sensation] jotha:
Some Themes for 4EXT Recovery Touch

Here I present some Themes for the fantastic 4ext Recovery Touch by madmaxx82

.

Starwars-Theme for 4ext Recovery Touch

Solar-System-Theme for 4ext Recovery Touch

Further info and download on my thread: Themes for 4ext Recovery Touch
[HTC Sensation] the_scotsman:
Hmmmm...so does this have things like deleting dalvic cache etc?

Remind me, does this mean reinstalling my ROM, or does it just overwrite CWM?
[HTC Sensation] Whiskey103:
A: yes

B: it just overwrites your old CWM recovery
[HTC Sensation] the_scotsman:
This is very slick indeed! Love it!
[HTC Sensation] plasterbug:
Great Stuff!

This is a really nice advancement for flashers everywhere.

Almost idiot proof.

This will tempt more people to customise their phones with new ROMs.

Well done.

Looking forward to a theme that is easy to read for the blind(read "old") amongst us. :D
[HTC Sensation] abelrhd:
Greab job @madmaxx82! I paid this app because I love it!
[HTC Sensation] myxcon:
Amazing indeed!

Y U NO HURRY TO PORT FOR GT-N7000?
[HTC Sensation] Dav3y001:
One word LEGENDARY!
[HTC Sensation] Sigismund83:
Awesome

I know I'm not making an useful post, but HOLY COW!! I've just tried this and it is AWESOME! Thanks a lot for the work!

Btw, I just bought the 4Ext Recovery Control app from the market. :D I must say it really makes the experience complete. Thanks again and keep up the great work!
[HTC Sensation] mattdub1:
Max, thanks for this awesome work! how do i change the colors in the config file, is this the .prop file within the zip or can you help me change the colors? as far as the background image, I believe that's similar to change as the original 4EXT right?

thanks again
[HTC Sensation] pimpmaneaton:
Effin' Awesome

Very, very nice work madmaxx. What a GREAT recovery. Thank you for giving us all something so awesome.
[HTC Sensation] Tromador:
4EXT Touch is indeed jolly fine work. Very well done indeed.
[HTC Sensation] Alipk52:
Madmaxx82: you are doing a spectecular job, i want to suggest you for a progess bar instead of ring, progress is better because it helps to know how much of flashing/backup/restore has been done/left. But nevertheless keep up the great job you are doing...
[HTC Sensation] Jaglicic:
Edit: now it's OK.

Thx

Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e
[HTC Sensation] the_scotsman:
Ok, so I had the recovery updater installed...now Ive installed the Recovery Control....but not entirely sure if I need both :confused:

They both have the same name and icon in the app drawer, which is confusing to say the least.

I've had the Recovery Updater app force close several times too when I open it and check for updates. This causes Recovery Control app to Force Close.
[HTC Sensation] matmar:
Thanks a lot, really a nice gift!
[HTC Sensation] ptr_hamilton:
Recovery control has a lot of features the recovery updater doesn't have. If you only want to install and update the recovery the free version is okay. If you want to flash roms regularly you should try the control version :) it's worth every single cent IMO

At the end you should choose one of them..

Cheers
[HTC Sensation] rzr86:
try sultan for aosp roms

---------- Post added at 01:44 AM ---------- Previous post was at 01:43 AM ----------

flash the boot.img of the rom manually
[HTC Sensation] eymas:
Would I see notable differences if i decide to try it out? Battery life etcetera.
[HTC Sensation] Skipjacks:
You might. It depends on how you set it up and what your usage is like.

Sent from your phone. You should be careful where you leave that thing.
[HTC Sensation] fikvalkrie:
anyone can help me?

i just unlocked my sensatio xe and flash 4ext via fastboot

and i cant boot to rom

after logo HTC my device always enter to recovery

i cant do normal reboot :(
[HTC Sensation] Skipjacks:
Are you s on or s off?

Its possible that you wiped the rom and recovery is the only thing left on the device. Try making a nandroid backup in recovery. See if it backs anything up.
[HTC Sensation] fikvalkrie:
thanks for answer

i actually not wipe anythings yet

just flash recovery.img via fastboot

when im rebooting thats trouble happen :(

by the way my device is S-on
[HTC Sensation] rzr86:
try this

put a custom rom and flash it from recovery

before flashing enable smartflash from 4ext
[HTC Sensation] fikvalkrie:
i have tried to enable smart flashing then flashing arhd but the problem is still happen

after flashing arhd 7.3x i check 4ext's info is "the current rom is arhd 7.3"

so if i want to flashing via ruu file

which firmware that can i use to flash?

thanks for help

sorry im noob in htc

and sorry for my bad english

:(
[HTC Sensation] rzr86:
for ruu choose the one which corresponds with your firmware and region

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1672425

to find out your firmware do this

boot into bootloader

connect the device into pc via usb(it should say fastboot usb)

open a cmd window in the folder where you have adb and fastboot files

do this coomand

fastboot getvar version-main
[HTC Sensation] fikvalkrie:
thanks dude

i'll try that toninght

:)
[HTC Sensation] MetalG:
How can I install this on a bricked device? (I can get into CWM) but i'm stuck at HTC screen.
[HTC Sensation] fikvalkrie:
maybe u flashed via fastboot with order > fastboot flash boot recovery.img

that'll causing device only boot to recovery

try to flash other kernel include rom (i used default kernel rom arhd 7.3x) flash it via fastboot

flash with order > fastboot flash boot boot.img

that will change ur device boot into kernel again

sorry for my bad english :p
[HTC Sensation] rzr86:
you mean fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
[HTC Sensation] sweethurt:
umm i got problem with my phone, my htc go into bootloop mode after i install Revelation rom jb 1.0.0 , it goes to htc logo sreen, then black screen, then back to htc logo screen again

i do format all partition except sdcard but no luck, then i tried to restore my previous rom, (my previous room was a 4.2.1 jb rom) it went to bootloop too ,

what should i doo ?

everytime i went into 4ext recovery , there always appear a popup says that "there are pending update to your boot partition"

(maybe this is the main problem that causes my phone wont boot, pending update ?)

and everytime after i installed any room, it says "backup of your boot partition has failed"
[HTC Sensation] varun5833:
happened with me once .. same problem I had and same error messages in recovery .. you'll have to manually flash boot.img from your computer after flashing a rom for your phone to boot .. you can restore your backup or flash new rom with full wipe .. but it won't help .. once you flash boot.img manually of the rom you are installing .. you'll be able to boot .. and from next time your flashes will be back to normal like before ..
[HTC Sensation] sweethurt:
it works like charm, i just have to flash the boot.img from pc, even though i have to borrow my friends pc since mine on win8, anyway thank you for the information, really really help ! !

i almost got frustated since i cant do restore from backup and the flashing always stuck at <waiting for devices> in my win8 pc
[HTC Sensation] k1n9n0th1n9:
can anybody upload .img file ?
[HTC Sensation] daorderdillon:
Can there be a support for HTC BUTTERFLY S
[HTC Sensation] fierah:
hey guy, i wanted to know if 4ext allows me to go to recovery using vol UP + power button, since my volume down button isnt working
[HTC Sensation] topgeardave:
New build is up by madmaxx82! Now we can finally flash 4.4 ROM's and Gapps without a problem :D The date for the new build is 26/12/2013 and it's avaliable to download in the 4ext recovery app. If anyone wants the .img file, drop me a pm :)
[HTC Sensation] Mile_zdr:
great news mate , thanks alot :)
[HTC Sensation] Burth67:
4ext recovery

Hallo Topgeardave, i would like to have the .img file of 4ext recovery new build from 26/12/2013. Can put op a link or how do i pm you.

Thanks:fingers-crossed:
[HTC Sensation] topgeardave:
Unzip file and flash the .img file using a windows tool like Androidflasher if you don't know how to use adb.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/1a2o89surz0h7hj/4EXT_Recovery_Touch_v1.0.0.6_RC1.zip
[HTC Sensation] Burth67:
4EXT_Recovery

thank you kind sir :highfive:
[HTC Sensation] hexen88:
actually we were able to do it from much earlier versions of 4EXT. I was doing it without any problems. Yes, 4.4
[HTC Sensation] daorderdillon:
Anything yet for HTC BUTTERFLY S 901s
[HTC Sensation] topgeardave:
Certain GAPPS threw up errors before upon flashing, that is now a thing of the past :)
[HTC Sensation] PantsFullOfGuns:
Something odd happened, a while ago when I rooted my phone I installed 4ext via cwm, anyway recently I tried flashing a new ROM and its like I never had any recovery installed. When I try to go to recovery its like stock where it shows the arrows above a phone and does nothing else. I haven't done anything recently to change it and am s-off on viper s 3.1.2 and have 4ext full version. Thanks
[HTC Sensation] topgeardave:
Just flash the boot.img I uploaded using Androidflasher
[HTC Sensation] PantsFullOfGuns:
Sorry at the risk this being a stupid question, but I do use the fastboot command to do this correct? Also do you know what I did to have this happen in the first place, to avoid doing this again? :confused:
[HTC Sensation] topgeardave:
Yeah you can do it manually via fastboot, or just download the 4ext apk to do the dirty work for you. http://www.4ext.net/get.php?apk It's the easiest way to update it whilst inside a ROM. Recovery corruptions are purely random, guess you were unlucky.
[HTC Sensation] readmanr:
Hi Sensation / XE users,

Just to bump the thread, as a new version of 4EXT Recovery Touch v1.0.0.6 RC1 is now available as of 31/12/2013 and all finally packaged up early morning 01/01/2014 so thanks for this at New Years!

To get your hands on the recovery.img, download 4EXT_Recovery_Touch_v1.0.0.6_RC1.zip using the 4EXT Apps.

The Free 4EXT Recovery Updater v2.4.6b App.

Or the Paid 4EXT Recovery Control App.

Version v1.0.0.6 RC1 is required for the Android 4.4 KitKat ROMs and GAPPs.

Here is the changelog for 4EXT Recovery Touch v1.0.0.6 RC1.

- Based on the rock solid v1.0.0.5 RC9

- Added support for SELinux needed by some Android 4.4 roms.

Big thanks to the following testers:

Papete, Dtr204, CChako, and Kingmook!

Hope the above helps!

Happy KitKat Testing,

Rob.
[HTC Sensation] piracik:
Could You update zip for fastboot flash to 1.0.6 ? as i cannot update it via wi-fi :(

Thanks
[HTC Sensation] Mile_zdr:
Here is it. http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=48874991
[HTC Sensation] uzziah0:
This is great, and I was able to figure out how to use this, but, I had great trouble finding information on this post what the latest version is, so I thought I had the latest 4Ext installed, but I didn't. Second, I had trouble finding details on how to install the download. I ran the app while at work, and just did the download. I tried to install from recovery and while running android but could not install. I read through pages of this thread, and finally ran the app again and performed the download and install.

So, it would have helped me if the first post listed the latest version and "to install run app and click the install button at the bottom".

Thanks again.

PS: I could not figure out how to install from Fastboot, so a picture or more detailed instructions would be great, too!
[HTC Sensation] rzr86:
see only step 2

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1631861
[HTC Sensation] uzziah0:
That's great, but trying to find that was impossible. It would be nice if it was in the 4EXT thread, not one for flashing roms with s-on (which I didn't look at, since my phone is s-off).
[HTC Sensation] NiTrOwow:
Having the newest build on my phone now. Works indeed much faster as the one that i had before (old version v1.0.0.3 RC1 pre-release testing 6).

Thanks madmax82! :good:
[HTC Sensation] shantur:
[MENTION=2295230]madmaxx82[/MENTION] : Can you please share the link to kernel that you use in 4ext?

Thanks
[HTC Sensation] madmaxx82:
Hi Shantur,

I didn't add links, because it's built from the official HTC kernel sources (2.6.35) from http://www.htcdev.com.

I'll add that info to 1st post.
[HTC Sensation] the_brave:
What is the difference between 4EXT_Recovery_Touch_v1.0.0.6_RC1 аnd RC2 ???

What's new in 4EXT_Recovery_Touch_v1.0.0.6_RC2 ?
[HTC Sensation] joshndroid:
i still check the status of this recovery every now and then in hope that it will be released for future phones.. this on my note 3 would be awesome, its a shame considering how awesome it was when i had my sensation! fingers crossed madmaxx
[HTC Sensation] Taher Di:
It would be better if you included file manger just like twrp.
[HTC Sensation] cubflyer:
Is it possible to flash cm11 (4.4.2) over the stock rom via smart flash? Bequest the description says the flashed thing needs to have the same version.

Thanks!
[HTC Sensation] Sajito:
Since cm11 and stock rom (4.0.3) are not same version, no that won't work.

In general whenever you change the rom you should full wipe to avoid problems.
[HTC Sensation] cubflyer:
Ok I know that a full wipe is needed. But its generally possible to flash a zip which contains a newer android version via smartflash? I want to get cm11 without doing s-off with the wire trick.
[HTC Sensation] huzefaonline:
Use the rumrunner Method. Guess that doesnt require the wire trick for s-off.
[HTC Sensation] cubflyer:
But HTC Sensation is not on the list of supported devices?
[HTC Sensation] rzr86:
download the universal version;)
[HTC Sensation] huzefaonline:
Yes its not but we've had people here using rummrunner for obtaining soff.
[HTC Sensation] Dev!n:
got someone the .img file of the current version to flash via fastboot? need it to flash kitkat, so i cant update via app...

the version in the first post isnt the current.

would be thankfull if someone could upload it ! :)