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Useful Utils

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Nexus 5 Google soundkit and Pixel Launcher Flashable ZIPs by [MENTION=5618262]edwaine[/MENTION] (link to APK by [MENTION=4997933]occtec[/MENTION])

If you're tired of the AOSP sounds and/or want the leaked Pixel Launcher as a flashable ZIP, see this post.

Debloater Scripts by [MENTION=5061138]androcraze[/MENTION]

Updated link to separate thread: you're now welcome to discuss any issues or feedback with the debloater scripts or DeltaDroid's GApps packages over there.

Selection of flashable ZIPs that remove some/all of the preinstalled (old) AOSP apps from the ROM completely. You can choose to remove them all, or keep some, plus we recommend great FOSS alternative apps for the Google equivalents. Choose from Maximum, Medium or Minimum debloating.

FAQs

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Send a "thanks" to [MENTION=5061138]androcraze[/MENTION] for his additional collation of FAQs and notes integrated into this post!

Please read this section before posting a question or bug, it might already be answered here!

Changelogs for FAQs

[LIST]
18 September 2016
[*] New build added
8 September 2016
[*] Added YouTube fix
[*] New links to debloat script
[*] New build available
7 September 12PM
[*] Added fix for phone crashing

3 September 3pm SAST
[*] New build (see changelog)

1 September 12PM SAST
[*] Added new build info

30 August 5pm SAST
[*] Added potential fix to green screen on video recording

30 August 12am SAST
[*]Added info on battery drain solution
[*]Added info on root access

29 Aug 12am SAST
[*] Added "debug-only private cache fix
[*] Added green-screen flicker issue
[*] MultiROM fixes!

28 Aug 12am SAST
[*] Modified FAQ with the new build
[*]Added tip on keeping Night mode active

27 Aug 7pm SAST
[*] Fixed broken link to green line fix on video

27 Aug 12PM SAST
[*] Improved GApps install instruction (See Installation FAQ)
[*]Added solution to TimeService issue (See Usage FAQ)
[*]Added solution to Boot animation missing (See Installation FAQ)
[*]Added possible solution for green line (see Apps FAQ)
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Installation FAQ

Q: Which recovery should I use for this ROM?

A: TWRP 3.0.1 or 3.0.2 is required.

Q: Does Busybox work?

A: Yes, check here.

Q: How do I get root?

A: As you would normally - download this SuperSU ZIP (latest 2.77 beta works fine) and copy it to your device storage. Reboot into TWRP and flash the ZIP, then reboot the device. If the boot loops once or twice, that's normal. Once it's done, you can confirm by checking for the "SuperSU" app in your app tray.

Q: Which GApps to use?

A: Check out pico, nano or micro GApps on the Open GApps page. Some have had luck with Mini but this varies by build.

Q: Can I use MultiROM to install this ROM?

A: Update 29 Aug : MultiROM fixes here Courtesy of [MENTION=268386]blade[/MENTION]

Q: Procedure to install ROM with GApps

A: Note: Latest ROM build allows flashing ROM + GApps in one queue without crashes

(For older builds) A: Don't flash the ROM together with GApps in the same ZIP queue because this will cause the Installation Wizard to run on first boot. Due to Google Play permissions errors the Wizard will keep crashing and you won't be able to bypass this. Solution:

1. Enter TWRP, wipe as needed, install the ROM via TWRP

2. Reboot the phone to Android (configure WiFi and APN info).

3. Reboot back to recovery

4. Install GApps via TWRP

5. Boot to System (Yes, you'll probably get Play Services "FC" messages until you perform #6, below)

6. Immediately toggle application permissions to "ON" under:

Settings -> Apps -> ... -> System show

For:

- Google Contacts Sync

- Google Play Services

- Google Play Store

7. Reboot the phone

8. Add your Google Account via "Settings -> Accounts -> Add account -> Google"

9. Verify that Contacts are synced and Play Services is functional.

Q: Why does Settings > Backup and restore shows "debug-only private cache" instead of my Google account?

A: There's a fix (Tested as working!) that you can try here

Q: After flashing TWRP says "No OS Installed?" Note: This has been fixed in the latest build)

A: Ignore this message. If the ROM flash indicated as being successful, you can swipe to reboot and the OS should boot.

Q: After flashing the ROM I've lost TWRP, what gives?

A: Since this was a stock AOSP image it includes stock recovery. Do this to get TWRP back;

Enable developer options on your device by pressing the build number 7 times on Settings > About Phone

Enable USB debugging in developer options

Connect your device to your PC and issue

adb reboot-bootloader

from wherever your ADB is installed

Place the TWRP image in the ADB folder.

Your phone should restart to the fastboot interface. Now issue

fastboot flash recovery <twrp.img>

where <twrp.img> is the name of the TWRP file

When that's done, issue

fastboot reboot-bootloader

and choose "Enter recovery" to go into your TWRP

Ensure TWRP performs the one-time step of setting itself to read-write permissions, by else it'll disappear again on next boot.

Newer builds are being reported to preserve TWRP on reflash.

Apps FAQ

Q: My Google Play Store / Google Play Services / Apps keep crashing?

A: This is a permissions issue. Go to System Settings > Apps (top right menu button) > Show System

Set the following to resolve most crashes:

Google Contacts sync > Contacts permission

Google play services > all permissions

Q: My contacts aren't syncing?

A: Give the contacts app contacts permission and try Settings > Accounts > Google > Contacts (uncheck and recheck)

If this doesn't work, uninstall the GApps contacts APK, and install this Google Contacts APK as an update to the system one. Perform the step above and contacts should sync.

Q: What if I want to use the setup wizard to copy apps, accounts and data after install?

A: Install the ROM and GApps as advised in the Installation section, once you've set up everything and permissions etc. do a factory reset. This should fix it (thanks [MENTION=3184218]devilsadidas[/MENTION] for the tip).

Q: Where is the System Tuner UI?

A: Enable Developer Options (under "About Phone", tap "Build Number" seven times), then long-press the settings icon in the notification shade/bar.

Q: How do I get rid of the green screen flickering in video recording?

A: This is a known issue (See Known Issues). Update - [MENTION=5656725]nisby[/MENTION] reports (confirmed) that using Footej Camera solves the problem. If you per sé want to us Google Camera or the AOSP Camera, [MENTION=7359157]chrisk44[/MENTION] reports the 25/08 build doesn't have that problem.

Q: My YouTube Videos don't play or throw an error

A: This can be fixed by flashing the 16/09 build.

Usage FAQ

Q: My date and time keeps resetting on successive boots?

A: Solution is to install the Qualcomm TimeService app (a proprietary application)

- the 6.0.1 version (tested successfully with 7.0) is available HERE

Q: Does this build support Vulcan?

A: No. Vulcan does not provide support the Nexus 5.

Q: Does doze work in this build?

A: Yes. You do not have to enable anything; it is active by default.

Q: Can I use this ROM with Android Pay?

A: No. Only approved factory ROMs from Google can use Android Pay. If you want Android Pay on the Nexus 5, install a Marshmallow factory image.

Q: Where can I get the Nougat bootanimation?

A: Try Post #1 in this Boot Animation Collection. Or flash 16/09 build.

Q: If you can't install apps from Play Store: (error code DF-DLA-15)

A: Go to Settings/Apps/Google Play Services/Storage/Manage space/Clear all data.

Then go back to:

Settings/Apps/Google Play Services/Permissions and turn on all permissions (thanks to [MENTION=6420777]BazingaOG[/MENTION] for this tip)

Q: My battery charges slowly. Now what?

A: This is a known issue. See "Known Issues" below and check the Changelog below for any updates on this. (Thanks to [MENTION=3341206]olivercervera[/MENTION] )

Q: How is battery life with Nougat on the Nexus 5?

A: It should be comparable to Marshmallow. If you're having battery drain issues and are rooted, try this solution.

Q: Why is the font scaling on the date/time quick settings pulldown weird?

A: Known issue. Switch "Display size" (NOT "Font size") in Settings to "Small". (Thanks [MENTION=6755707]Nick80835[/MENTION] for the tip)

Q: Where can I find your build tree?

A: It will be posted once the ROM is stable.

Q: Can you add new features?

A: The goal of this ROM is to get a clean build under AOSP. "Features" aren't a priority.

Q: Night mode won't stay enabled if I try to toggle it?

A: Touch the "on" label on the left to turn it on, NOT the toggle switch on the right (thanks [MENTION=4182977]smartboy0668[/MENTION] for the tip)

Known Issues

As of 8 September:

YouTube doesn't play for some. 16/09 build apparently fixes this.

Some users report crashes, blank-screening in-call and permissions issues with Google Play Phone app despite setting permissions. Confirmed solution here. (Thanks [MENTION=5345056]DVDandroid[/MENTION] and [MENTION=5141904]jokerclown[/MENTION])

Settings > Backup shows "debug-only private cache" instead of Google account (Solution under Installation FAQ) Fixed in 08/09 build

Video green-screen flickering (discussed here) - App fix here . Use 25/08 build for working Google Camera. (Thanks to [MENTION=7359157]chrisk44[/MENTION] for the tip)

Carriers such as Sprint have no signal (confirmed by [MENTION=320962]famewolf[/MENTION])

Changelogs for ROM

16 September

8 Sept @ 11PM SAST

3 Sept @ 3pm

1 Sept @ 12pm

27 August @11pm

25 August @ 7pm