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[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] KidCarter93:
Welcome to the Nexus 7 Help Thread

This thread is here to help our community out as best as it can.

Why is this thread here?

There's 2 main reasons really. The first reason is to stop the development threads getting filled with questions which have nothing to do with the thread they're posted in. That then makes the thread go off-topic which is not what a development thread is there for.

The second reason is because there are too many repetitive questions being asked. The main problem with that is the fact that other users will sometimes attack the OP and 'flaming' them.

The main way which this thread will help to stop that happening is by helping you out as much as possible, while being in a friendly environment.

Below you will find the Thread Rules which I expect you all to follow and not to break them.

Thread Rules

1. Remember that while posting in this thread and across the whole site, you must not break the Forum Rules.

2. Even though this thread is for everyone to use, there'll be a lot if new members in here so no flaming or insulting anyone else.

3. As this is a help thread, remember that there is no such thing as a stupid question.

4. Even if you get your question answered by reading the 2nd it 3rd post, be sure to come back here and read some more. It will help you to learn even more.

Hall Of Fame

As I'll be keeping an eye on this thread quite a lot, I'll be adding the people to this list who have been the most helpful and are contributing the most.

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Nexus 7 Moderators

If you report any posts, the report will go to our SM (Senior Moderator) and FSMs (Forum Specific Moderators). They are our SM - zelendel and our FSMs - Shreyas Jani, chrisd1a1, GODZSON, Divine_Madcat, babijoee and Moscow Desire. If you have any questions about this forum in particular then feel free to drop them a PM.

In post 2 there will be some really useful links so be sure to check them out.

In post 3 there'll be an FAQ which will help you out aswell :)​
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] KidCarter93:
Useful Information & Links To Help You

XDA In General

First of all, I'm linking to some general XDA threads which can help you become more familiar with this site and how things run. I feel this is one thing which new users don't realize because they think it's okay to come to this site and post anywhere.

If you don't feel this applies to you, please move onto the Nexus 7 links further down this post.

XDA New User Guide - I can't stress enough how important that thread is. If you follow what that guide says, you'll be well on your way to becoming an asset to the XDA forums.

[HOW TO] Make A Substantial Thread, Post, Question & Poll - This is also a must read thread. Why, you ask? Well it's simple. Reading this will show you the best way to post your thread to ensure that people will respond and be able to help you. Rather than just giving no information or a thread title called "Mah phone brikked. Hlp me plzzz!", following that thread will give you the best chance of being helped.

[HOW TO] Make A Good Signature - This really is needed because as you'll see in a lot of signatures, mine included, is that we list our current devices and what ROM/kernel we are using. This helps people to help us. Take a look at the thread to find out what else to include in your signature.

Nexus 7 Helpful Links

I'll have these threads numbered so if you ask a question and it can be answered by looking at the first thread here, I'll say "Go to post 2 > nexus 7 > thread 1"

1. READ THIS FIRST - Nexus 7 General Section

2. [GUIDE] Flashing a factory image with fastboot/ returning to stock

3. N7 kernel test results (Performance & Battery tests)

4. Nexus 7 All-In-One Development Index​

5. [Index]- 28 Jan 2013 - All for NEXUS 7 - "Nakasig/Tilapia" - (GSM/HSPA+)

6. NEXUS 7 3G-"nakasig"-For all Your Jelly Bean Discussions, Problems and Solutions

More will be added at a later date :)
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] .:QueNNch:.:
Good thread, make it a sticky !

At least good helpers will be honoured ^_^ !
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nazz.rule:
Since this thread is for newbie I want to ask , can i use franco kernel on N7 3G 32GB?
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] toidimaet:
There is a difference in being new and being spoon fed. You will find your answer in the Franco kernel thread.

Cheers Danny
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] KidCarter93:
Yes you can :)
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] KidCarter93:
Thanks to Moscow Desire, this thread is now stickied so hopefully it will be able to help as many people as possible :)
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] badmoj0:
I got my nexus 7 yesterday and updated it immediately to 4.2.1. All good so far. I start using and all goes well until I remember "this thing has the swipe keyboard, right?". I start swiping and nothing happens. Check the settings, it is on. Boot the device, no effect. Enable and disable the thing and boot the tablet a few times more, still no go.

At this point I decided I'll fix that later and made another user account for my GF to use. I immediately notice that the swipe typing works on that account just fine. I check the settings and looks like it's on by default. I go back to my own profile and check the settings again, but still no go.

Any ideas?
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] poondog:
Its definitely checked on your account?

Try this one as a quick workaround

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=35596988

Sent with swag from my Kanged Nexus 7
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] badmoj0:
Thanks for the tip. I tried that, but settings crashes every time I try to enable the PC layout keyboard.

I'm gonna do a factory wipe since the tablet is still almost on default anyway.

edit: Ok did reset and everything works just fine now. Now just wait for play store to install all the apps back :)
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AngryGamer025:
I have just got my new Nexus 7 and I want to root my N7 with Wug's root toolkit. I was thinking if I just don't check the box: flash custom recovery. Can I then just do the OTA updates? Because I don't want to install a Custom Rom.:D
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] frdd:
Hi guys!

Just got a stock unrooted unmodded N7 32GB with build JZO54K. On first boot it found the OTA update to 4.2.1 so I happily accepted the update. A few minutes into the upgrade process I get the "dead" droid with the triangle, guess something went wrong. It boots up again into JZO54K and works fine.

I can force another attempt at the update by stopping and clearing the data for Google Services Framework and searching for updates again, but with the same results.

Am I missing something? Would like to try pure AOSP before going CM on this little beauty:)
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tmbu:
How to root Nexus 7 without toolkit?

Root Nexus 7 must flash the CWM or other recoveries? In the menu of "Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0", I found the button "Root" and the check "and flash recovery...". Does it mean I can root the machine without flash any recovery? Thanks.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] poondog:
If you've only rooted you can do ota's. Just as long as you don't change ANYTHING in the /system partition like installing flashable zips

Sure its completely stock? If it is, it should work... If you be got any more troubles ask Google :)

If you want pure AOSP there are ROMs for that you can flash, if you root

You can root by having all the right superuser binaries etc

But its easier to flash the recovery, and then flash the latest superuser/ supersu zip.

Sent with from my Asus Nexus Unicorn
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tmbu:
Thank you for reply. I can understand your second sentence, but I can't understand the first one. Can you say something more? I just want to root the machine without any toolkit and recovery.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] poondog:
I would recommend flashing the recovery in order to get everything working properly, and to easily recover if something goes wrong
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] opticon78:
I was wondering whether it's possible to share files between the different users of the same N7? For instance to make video or music files available regardless of who is logged in.

I don't seem to be able to find anyone even discussing this anywhere at all.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] KidCarter93:
The closest option to that is Multi-User App Share. It doesn't have the ability to share files though. Maybe the creator will make it possible in a future update though :)
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] opticon78:
I have seen it in the play store, but I'm not sure how that would make sharing files within the tablet possible, and since it requires rooting I can't even try it unfortunately.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tmbu:
wifi hotspot.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EnemyOfGlaDOS:
Oh yeah of coarse it does!
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tmbu:
How? Does Nexus natively support it?
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] brcbrett:
Nexus 7 grouper / nakasi 32 Gb coaster

I have a neighbour who was thoughtful enough to rest his cup of coffee on my five day old tablet (first tablet). He did this before I had a chance to find the right screen protector.

The damage is not bad, and can usually only be seen when I clean the screen when the tablet is off, but I was given the tablet as a gift and would prefer if I could hide the damage.

I am guessing a screen protector might do the job, but I thought somebody might have some other advice.

Thanks

Brett

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Also, I have been trying to find a solution for moving my cursor (in text and such) without having to thumb the right spot between letters or delete letters. I was using Touch Pal keyboard for some time which has a dpad, but I do think I like the new Android keyboard better.

Anyone have a solution for adding a virtual direction pad to this stock keyboard, or maybe some other solution to do the job.

Any help will be appreciated, have been trying to find a fix for some time.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lopri:
How do I root without custom recovery?

Hello, I am a new member here although I did referenced the knowledge of this forum many times by now. I have a question with regard to root that I can't seem to find an answer to.

How do I root my Nexus 7 without custom recovery? (e.g. CWM, TWRP)

This is for my new Nexus 7 3G w/ T-mobile SIM. I also have a Nexus 7 Wi-Fi which I rooted using TWRP. I am not a completely noob when it comes to running fastboot command, but every guide I've found involves these custom recoveries. I would like to avoid those. (please don't ask me why, let's say it's an academic excercise)

So I do not need a custom recovery but simply want to have root access. I have tried the following script, but it did not work giving me a message that it can't find the path.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2025272

Could anyone help me? Much appreciated.

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Also, is it true that I need a file manager installed on Nexus 7 in order to see the native android folders (music, video, etc.) in Windows? When I connect my Nexus 7 Wi-Fi to Windows 8 system, I get to see the folders. But the new 3G version which I've just received doesn't. I called Google and a rep told me that a file manager software has to be installed in the device for Windows to see the folders. Is this true?

I can use fastboot on the new 3G nexus 7, FWIW. I just haven't installed anything yet because I want to root it first (without custom recovery)
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EnemyOfGlaDOS:
I'm sorry I think I got a little confused. Android 4.2.1 does have WiFi hotspot. My Nexus 4 has it and its bone stock. However it doesn't appear to be present in the Nexus 7.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] slow88lx:
I just bought this 16GB N7 used. Where is my missing space? I understand why I only have 13GB total. But where is the unaccounted 10-11GB of space(see picture)?
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lemoon:
Cool collectings, would read all the posts slowly, already got some nice tips from enolsoft blog, think this thread is updating and could get many helpful tricks.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] christoi:
Hello, I'm rather new to android in general so this may be a rather simple question, but I cannot seem to find anything about it. I know given this is a question related to a specific ROM I should post it in that thread, but apparently new members need at least 10 posts until they can post there.

Anyways, I've rooted by N7 (32GB WiFI version, 4.2.1 using SuperSU) and install M-Kernel (a32) and ParanoidAndroid (2.99 PIE3.1) on it.

It works fine

, I can access everything except for one thing without any problems at all, from what I've tried.

Unfortunately however, I cannot install the Google Play Store. Installing it via GooManager ends up with an error message saying "unfortunately set wizard has stopped," which didn't go away until I loaded up a backup and such, both downloading the apk and manually installing it both manually and using rootexplorer installs the program, however it doesn't launch.

I've looked around and I can't seem to find anyone asking about this, but does anyone know a solution to this? I've tried the basic stuff like using an older version and such, but so far I've had no luck. It seems to work fine with M-Kernel though, having installed that first and it didn't overwrite the stock ROM, it was working fine there. I'm suspecting it's caused by ParanoidAndroid because of this, but I'm not sure due to the lack of questions about it.

Thanks in advance. :)

EDIT: Though I'd might as well answer this, but:

The 2-3GB is used up by the OS itself, it's perfectly normal for any device.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EnemyOfGlaDOS:
Your gonna want to flash GApps (Google apps/play store) via recovery. Just google Gapps download and download the latest from goo. I believe the latest is 1212 for Jelly Bean. Flash in CWM or TWRP recovery.

*edit* here yar:

http://goo.im/gapps/gapps-jb-20121212-signed.zip
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] christoi:
Thank you, that worked perfectly! Installed it via CWM and it's working fine now. :D
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] anoninja118:
anyone know how to restore a bootlooping N7? attempts to wipe data and reflash roms in CWM have failed, fastboot flashing stock images has also failed... no matter what I do it bootloops, I've tried everything imaginable and now it seems like I can't even get into fastboot... am I just screwed here? This one is a friends, I have my own so I'm not a n00b and there is a little water damage but I doubt that would be it if the screen turns on and it boots

tappity tapped on my VZW Note 2
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] yangsuli:
It seems like my problem is that I am not able to flash anything into my semi-bricked nexus 7 (even though I am able to boot into fastboot mode and unlock the bootloader). It always got stuck.

I am wondering if any of you knows how to fix this.

Thanks.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] poondog:
So, what happens when you hold power and volume down? Nothing??

What do you mean by you can't flsh anything? What does it say when you try to?
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rj2083:
I have a question that I have been trying to find an answer for, but I'm either searching for it wrong or I'm the only one that doesn't know. I have the latest Paranoid Android ROM on my Nexus 7, and while I like it for the most part, I would like to go back to a previous version as a few apps don't work. Do I have to do a factory reset or do I just have to flash the previous ROM and wipe the cache and all that again. What I'm trying to do is downgrade without having to wipe the data because there are a few big games that I really don't want to have to download again. Is there anyway to avoid this? I guess what I'm basically asking, is if downgrading to a previous ROM is the same as upgrading to a current ROM? Thank you in advance.

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] papisky226:
In desperate need of help ...

guys im sort of new to this. i rooted my nexus 7 a couple of minutes ago using this toolkit which is great btw, had the twrp recovery working it was all fine until i tried to flash cwm recovery. all i did was flash, im guessing that was the wrong way to do it. i rebooted into recovery and twrp is now asking me for a password to decrypt my storage, never did i set a password or encrypt my data so i was completely stuck. i kept wiping the phone so that the encryption will go away after about a couple of times it did. but now i cannot mount to my computer at all. it will not mount through the recovery and adb cant find it. there is no rom to boot into since i erased everything. i am stuck in the recovery and cannot do anything someone please please help me. i dont know what i can do. please
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RootTheMachine:
Flash something with fastboot?
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] #define:
It is always a good idea to wipe before flashing a new ROM.. When upgrading to newer version, "dirty" flashing(no wiping) can work.. Isnt recommended, but can work.. But if you want to downgrade to an older version, wiping would be necessary in order to avoid problems..

As far as your apps go, just take a backup of your apps, using Titanium Backup or a similar app, and transfer the backup folder to PC.. The big games' data can be found in the Android/data(or something similar) folder, so you can transfer those folders to your PC, and then you can just copy them back to that folder after changing your ROM...

Also, when restoring the apps, if you used TB(which I personally recommend), you can restore the app as well as app data, so none of your gaming progress is lost.. :)
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] papisky226:
someone please help...

i know i tried many times to try and flash with fastboot but i keep getting cannot load any file i try to flash. i do not know what to do anymore. if you know of anything please let me know and i will try thank you i appreciate it.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shamandgg:
Hello, I have bought my Nexus 7 from Komputronik shop in Poland few days after its release in October.

After 3 weeks device did not want to turn itself on after pressing power-on button for few seconds... nothing.

I gave it away for repair and they have wiped it out and returned back to me.

I have lost a lot on that device already. Just 3 weeks of usage I accumulated a lot of record from my exam-tests study app, I was so annoyed.

I have been using it successfully till recent days. Now device won't turn itself on anymore. If I connect power cable I see charging animation. However if I try to turn device on, it begins to boot, it shows the lock screen... and few seconds later it shows SHUTDOWN dialog... and shut itself down.. then powers on again.. and process repeats endlessly. Sometimes screen goes gray, like white noise no TV channel for a split second, and I hear short hiss from speakers and reboot again. Before this happened battery was over 30% and device was on standby.

I now beg you for help to retrieve data from device memory and its emulated sdcard too before I send it back to repair shop.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Rody2k6:
Alright so on my Nexus 7, right had notification bar has the battery level indicator. Right side has the battery indicator in numbers. I have notification toggle installed. So today my battery temperature which is usually around 80-90 is in the high 50% with not it being 44%. And the icon that said the battery level in numbers now only has a wrench icon. Help me anyone.

EDIT: So it seems like Notification Toggle had an update today, and now the wrench icon is to show it is working, and when you pull the notification bar down, where it said battery temperature now it says how much of the battery (in %) you got left of juice.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zeusthegod20:
3g not working

i just bought nexus 7 3g model.

m from india n i put in a BSNL 3g SIM , but when i turn off the "use only 2g network " option, my network vanishes and it reads "No service".

at first i though it is coz the stock ROM so i flashed paranoidandroid 2.99 Pie3.... still no Luck ... i've tried changing APNs too but nothing happens.

2g is working fine ,but not 3g, and i dont get y the network vanishes... please help, if the 3g dosent work the whole point of waiting for the 3g model will be useless for me :(

Also i am unable to send or recieve any files via bluetooth to any device even after pairing them, (just able to send pictures but not able to recieve them)

Thx in advance
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] poondog:
Sounds to me like its either not charging properly, or a hardware fault. Are you using the default charger?

To get your sdcard, you can copy it by

"adb pull /data/media/"

Nice to see a problem that has sorted itself out :)

Are you sure that the device's 3G frequencies are available on your network? If the device doesn't support the 3G supported by your network it won't work. Perhaps only 2G is supported by your network and devices compatibility

Sent from my Asus Nexus Unicorn
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zeusthegod20:
i have checked the frequencies, my network offers 3g on 2100MHz and nexus 7 supports that
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] #define:
Try the card's 3G on another phone.. Check whether 3G is enabled on the card or not...
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zeusthegod20:
yes 3g is enabled on the SIM, it works fine on my galaxy S i9000
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] joseph_gee:
I have Nexus 7 Wifi. So I was flashing an update to ParanoidAndroid this morning. I used GooManager to download and flash the update. I am now stuck on a

boot-loop, showing the Nexus X screen. I cannot boot into recovery, not even from the bootloader, it just hangs on the Google boot screen. I

have bootloader 3.34. When I boot into the bootloader I have to have my USB unplugged so that the buttons work. However, as soon as I

plug-in the USB the bootloader freezes. The buttons are unresponsive, fastboot just says "waiting for device."

Is there any solution to this?

Thank you in advance.
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zeusthegod20:
I was thinking of flashing another ROM so i tried making a backup using CWM touch recovery.

i made a normal backup everything went fine, i had 1.51 Gb free space left, then i tried the "create image zip" option and it started making a backup again, this time it failed during backup of data folder probably due to insufficient space, when i rebooted my free space left was just 144 MB...

plz help i dont know where the space is lost, i tried checking the clockwordmod folder for any unfinished backup file but nothing is there except for the old backup
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] poondog:
In CWM, it backs things up as blobs, not all in the backup folders for the specific date of backup. In CWM you might see a file with your date, but it is probably really small. I'm not sure how you could do it without deleting anything else, as blobs are files that might be commonn between different ROMs/backups.

To get that free space back, you could delete everything in your CWM folder (all your backups), delete anything else you don't need, then backup again in CWM. That way it will only have one backup in those blobs.

Alternatively, I use TWRP which backs everything up separately: eg. for all bckups there is a system.img, data.img, boot.img etc so you can delete old ones and know which is for which backup.

I recommend using TWRP :)
[Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zeusthegod20:
thx for the fast rply

i did that already, now when i check the storage space it sums up to 23 Gb, earlier it summed up to arnd 26GB even though android still shows total space as 27 Gb

i can post a screenshot if u want