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[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] cyaclone:
Didn't Install plus No Theme.txt

I am new to the Fire and tried to install the toolbox and drivers.

Didn’t Install

I followed the instructions to the letter. Connected the tablet prior to installing the Amazon ABD drivers and then the toolbox. When that didn’t work, rebooted and did it again. This time the Fire was located in the Windows Explorer and reinstalled the toolkit. Message came up that the system could not find the Fire Toolbox\Theme.txt. Went to the file location and the Theme.txt wasn’t there.(See Attached)

Need help in directing me to what I did wrong?

Win10 Pro 64 Toolbox 5.2 Tablet HD 10 (2017)

At first I installed the Kindle drivers, but found the Kindle Fire dirvers posted. When installing the Kindle Fire drivers, install indicated that they were already installed. Are these two dirver sets different which could be my problem?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] drizzt09:
Disable security software during installation.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] cyaclone:
Thanks for the thought, but already did that prior to the install
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] drizzt09:
Could also look into disabling uac and running installer as admin
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] cyaclone:
Still will not install because it appears that it can't find the Fire Toolbox\Theme.txt.

I tried to install the Toolbox in its default location and a different one. Tried Toobox 5.1+5.2 and get the same response in all cases.

I checked the bin file and found a Theme section that contained the Theme.txt. But as I pictured in my 1s post, there is no single Theme.txt

What am I not doing that will have the Toolbox find the Theme.txt?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] drizzt09:
Mine is located in: C:\Users\{WindowsUser}\AppData\Local\Datastream\Amazon Fire Toolbox V5.2\bin\ThemeSelector\Theme.txt
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
HI, I know exactly where the issue is and I'm more then happy to help you fix it. By the way I'm sorry to all that have been having this issue, haven't been feeling well after my hernia sergery but in the meantime I was able to fix the issues you've encountered and a few others.

I will be posting V5.3 soon, this new update should fix the issue you are facing. Also, Theme.txt should be in the C:\Users\%Username%\AppData\Local\Datastream folder along with all the configuration files. These files should be created by the Toolbox upon opening it for the first time. However 5.2 asked for the theme before creating the directory so it gets confused and stores the files in the incorrect location which causes the Toolbox to close. Again, the new update should be posted in the next few hours. :D
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] a'yeti:
help

Hello, need help. Just purchased a new fire 8 HD (2018). Followed the steps, did not connect to wifi etc. im using an old laptop running Win 8 x64.

1)I've already enabled developer options and enabled usb debugging

2)no where on the fire 8 in developer options or anywhere for that matter do i see ANYTHING about adb or enabling it. nada, nothing. ive looked over it 20x. Nothing regarding ADB.

3)ive installed the provided amazon windows adb usb drivers (i have two program files folders, one with (x86) one without, ive tried both), but windows/the toolbox do not recognize the fire8 under adb when i plug it in. ive gone to device manager and the fire shows under "other". Ive tried to classify it under adb and point to the amazon drivers manually, but it give me an error and says not compatible with x64 etc etc. How do i get the toolkit to find my fire 8. Something funny is happening to the adb drivers.

here is a screenshot https://imgur.com/9c6AJeN of the driver installation process, i feel like the drivers arent installing properly but there is nothing to suggest it.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] drizzt09:
2. USB debugging is for adb
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] a'yeti:
ok, good to know, but im still stuck on problem #3. The adb drivers are either not being installed correctly or are not being recognized correctly by windows and i dont know how to fix it. Im pretty sure it has something to do with this god awful ancient windows 8.1 x64 laptop im using. Unfortunately its the only windows based computer i have right now.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] an0ym0us:
For some reason the toolbox won't open for me at all. I have tried everything-uninstalling and reinstalling, installing the adb drivers 1st, running as admin, clearing my temp files etc.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Hamsloth:
i gotta say this is annoying to use...

even with parental control hide on ..

it still pops up relentlessly

i would like to add that once you got " Your recent Screen appear hear "

you wont be able to get out unless you restart ur tablet .. and it will happen often.. so yea its annoying
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] dooderooni:
Not sure what's happening with the v5 series of the tool, but they are all force closing on me whenever the daemon starts or I plug my tablet in.

I'm running Windows 10 v1809 x64, build 17763.768

I've tried completely removing all traces of the tool, all Amazon USB drivers and adb as well, but the program still closes as soon as it detects the tablet.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
May I ask what version of the Toolbox you are using? Is it a problem with 5.3?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] AALLRUIZOV:
Density Modifier to change DPI is good for what?

Hi, great job! i have fire HD 8 7gen and the toolbox work for me. but i have a doubt:

the "Density Modifier" to change DPI is good for what? is good for increase the 'video quality' to watch all videos like in youtube, netflix, IPTV, Kodi and more?

if no, for what is good use the "Density Modifier"? thanks
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] lg26:
Just a casual user here that loves this program. Thanks so much for providing it to the community and get well soon from your hernia surgery!

Also forgot to add, I am having the exact same issues with v5.3 as dooderooni above. The dos box closes itself upon connecting a Fire 10 tablet.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] an0ym0us:
Yes its 5.3
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] cyaclone:
Same message

Just installed v5.3 and got that same message
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Jumbo100:
AppStore is getting better at recognising apps downloaded from Play Store! As always, take care in manually updating apps from either AppStore or Play Store; do not update from both; only update from the originating app store
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Erenkasymaliev:
Hi friends, my tablet fire hd8 shows me a warning "moisture liquid detection" and makes noisy sounds constantly when charging

I can't charge due to this warning. Tablet in some protected mode and stops any charging in any case.

I tried other charges with no results. Fire is not charging more than 1%. No liquid inside. It's been a few days with this warning. any ideas what to do?

I tried to make a full factory reset, I tried to charge in sleeping mode, in recovery mode, in standard mode but no changes.

Is it possible somehow turn off the warning or remove this moisture icon, so I can charge the tablet?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] ForForkSake:
The method that works for me is to remove any exterior phone tablet cases you have and dry out on a warm not hot radiator

Ensure your phone is powered off, taken apart as much as possible, and completely dry on the outside and in the charging port.

If you have a container with a lid, use it. Fill it with enough uncooked rice to completely surround the device on all sides, then put the lid on.

If you’ve removed the battery or other components, put them in the rice as well. -

Put the rice and phone under a desk lamp or similar mild heat source to encourage the evaporation process. Again, don’t sit it on the radiator unless it's just slightly warm, we don't want to melt the device.

Give it as long as possible to dry out. Ideally you want to allow 48 hours or more, but at least leave it overnight if you can. While some phones won’t be revived no matter how long they sit in rice, the longer the better.

Before reassembling, check carefully to ensure no grains of rice remain inside the phone. Check headphone sockets and charging ports in particular. A wooden or plastic toothpick is the easiest and most available tool: don’t use metal if you can avoid it, since it can damage the electrical contacts

Check the USB port itself for anything untoward or blocking

Consider using a prying tool to wedge open the tablet covering itself

For device specific instructions please search and or look on YouTube for guidance

Try a new cable plugged into the wall

Etc
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] mahmudnis:
Hi @blaacksheep, would you be kind enough to indicate which features of Fire Toolbox v30.2 work for the Amazon Fire HD 8 2022 (12th Gen) and which ones do not? :)

Additionally, for the features that currently do not work, will there be a fix before May so that they work properly?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
Hi mahmudnis,

Just judging by reports, it appears that most of the features in Toolbox work with FireOS v8.x.x.x. (I assume that's what you've got in a 2022 tablet.) The only problems that seem to pop up are with Google Services and some apps not working with error messages that say Google is not installed when it is. I think the problem is with what Amazon has removed from Android and not a problem that's easily fixed with a Toolbox update. People are always in search of a better way to do things and if any specific fixes or workarounds are discovered, I'm sure they'll be reported here and incorporated into Toolbox once confirmed.

The only person who can speak to when updates are released is the developer, Datastream33. All the rest of us are just helpers in the community. :)

Edit: Make sure to run the update subtool because we're up to FTB v30.3 now and the micropatch update isn't mentioned in the OP. (y)
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Rickt1962:
Still learning about Toolbox and Amazon HD10 version O.S. 7.3.2.4 I have it blocked from updating. I have Google play store working fine with apps.

But I have an APP

Sygic GPS Navigation & Maps v22.5.8-2172 Premium​

moved the file using PC to Amazon tablet install from the folder on the tablet and it failed tried the sideload feature from Firebox and it failed.

If I use Google Play store app it downloads fine but I have to pay for it.

Is this because the tablet is not rooted ?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] bluefender:
are other apps installing via sideload, if so you have a corrupt apk, try installing same apk on another android device as a test.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
Try this link from apkmirror. It's a newer version and it doesn't include the word "premium" in the app (meaning they want you to pay).
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] bluefender:
root makes no difference to apk installs, follow the link provided by op, and i assume you have already done allow unknown sources in developer options on tablet. and turn off play protect on google play settings.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
That app is available in the Playstore. It's a 'freemium' app so you should be able to install it for free if you just search for the title without the word "premium" or the app version number.

Personally, I use Osmand. It's free, offline, and it gives you 7 map downloads before you have to pay.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] bluefender:
i just use google maps on my mobile phone, its free and gets updated, much of muchness really imho.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Jumbo100:
@Rickt1962

Sygic GPS installs and runs well from Google Play Store and other reputable APK stores/sources.

If you've paid for the app on another device, you probably can't copy the the paid-up version to your tablet.

If you are trying to upgrade from free to "premium", the payment may to be processed properly by Google Play infrastructure on Fire tablets.

If you're trying to install a "hacked/modded" app to avoid paying for "premium" features, it may not install properly and may contain malware.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Rickt1962:
Traveling out West from state to state GOOGLE just sucks with no cell or wifi and will not allow you to download all the states at once. I can use my Cell phone GPS to Bluetooth to the tablet. Yes I know the legal app works fine from Google Play store. IF YOU PAY. The one I have comes with all the maps and registration not required.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
Check out Osmand. It comes with the overall US map, plus it allows you to download up to 7 state maps for free. I've saved the state maps to another file location and reinstalled the app and then gotten 7 more states. It works offline and is a nice alternative to Google for when you're not online.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Jumbo100:
Yes ... you can download "hacked" copies of legit apps

No ... they probably won't install

Just Google "Certified Play" infrastructure doing it's job. LOL

## Edit. Next generation Fire HD10 (expected this Spring?) may be GPS enabled.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] mahmudnis:
Did anyone try using YouTube Vanced (or ReVanced) on the Amazon Fire HD 8 2022 (12th Gen) or Fire OS v8?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Jumbo100:
Check out for the latest:

https://xdaforums.com/t/revanced-revanced-extended-guides-useful-links.4523967/
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Jumbo100:
caveat emptor ... on Amazon? ... who woulda thunk? Tsk
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
Yeah, I saw that earlier today and watched it. Never buy random-lettered company's SSD's or flash drives. You're just asking to be ripped off. Also, always verify any flash storage you buy with a tool like FakeFlashTest before your return window expires. I've been lucky. I've only ever gotten 1 fake flash drive out of dozens.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Rickt1962:
Well I turned off Google certified play . I'll just keep turning rocks over. But I will be damn to feed money for maps. I will just dig out my top of the line Tom Tom and just have that also. Thanks for the info.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Jumbo100:
Yeah. I still have my trusty old Garmin unit, but it's on it's last legs.

Would the open source software/map downloads from OpenStrreetMap (OSM) project be of any use to you?

Also maybe see :

Top 5 Open-Source Google Maps Alternatives in 2022

This blog post is about the top 5 open-source Google Maps alternatives. These free software include OpenStreetMap, OsmAnd, Organic Maps, Leaflet, and Qwant Map.

blog.containerize.com
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] drmarble:
You should be aware that Amazon tablets have no GPS. It makes them very limited for navigation since they only use wifi access point names for location mapping.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
I gave you a link and a workaround to get OpenStreetMapsANDroid and 14 state maps. Once again: Osmand. At least tell me it doesn"t work for you! :)
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blawford:
Hello. I have a Kids 2022 8" Fire Tablet. Just downloaded 30.3 of the Toolbox and tried to install the Playstore. Tool says it was successful, rebooted but when opening it on the tablet it closes almost immediately. Can anyone point me in the right direction?

It is on FireOS 8.3.1.2 and I tried this fresh from running the setup wizard. No custom launcher installed currently.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
There have been similar issues with FireOS 8.3.1.2 and below. They've fixed it with the updated 8.3.1.3 and 8.3.1.4. You're best option right now is to re-enable OTA updates and let it update. Then re-run Toolbox and turn OTA updates back off. The newer OS versions have proven successful in resolving most of the Playstore issues without harming Toolbox functionality. (y)
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Jumbo100:
FYI

Fire HD8 (12th Generation) FireOS 8.3.1.4 Update ​

now available for manual download from local Amazon Support :

- Amazon.com

- Amazon.ca

- Amazon.co.uk

- Amazon.fr

- Amazon.it

- Amazon.co.jp

f/w 8.3.1.3 download no longer available.

#Edit#

Now including Amazon.de
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] slicer2k:
Hi Guys a question real quick!

My FireHD 10(suez) hasn't been update since 2018 FireOS 5.3.6.4 .

I'm using nova launcher and google services, if i update now, will i still be able too use NL and google services Gmail etc?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] gomus:
Yes. It works just fine. YoutubeTV doesn't, but Youtube Vanced works great...
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Jumbo100:
On Fire HD10 (5th Gen), the current and final update is FireOS 5.3.6.4

Still supported by Fire Toolbox, so you're good.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Jumbo100:
Gen 12 Fíre HD8 tablets now depply discounted:

Amazon’s latest Fire HD tablets are even hotter with these scorching discounts

The Amazon HD 8 tablet is an absolute bargain at $60

www.androidpolice.com
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Jumbo100:
Amazon just sent another refurbished Fire HD10 (2021, 11th Gen) as replacement under warranty.

Surprise ! ... FireOS 7.3.2.1 ... the "oldies" are still out there ! 😀
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Avisame:
I have just bought the FireHD8, (2022 ) 12th Generation, I have downloaded the Google Play Services (All 4 files included in that) this is my 4th try, and I am so ANNOYED ! I bought it for my son and he is 2 years and I NEED YOUTUBE KIDS! I can download reg YOUTUBE, but not youtube kids. It keeps telling me **Google Play Services is not installed * even though it is.

ive tried downloading other games and it works.

btw , i have tried downloading 2 ways. ApkMirror , and fire toolbox. Same problem
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Avisame:
are you going to install the google play store , if you do could you do me a favor and download Youtube kids and tell me if it runs properly. it doesnt work on mine. Pleassseee
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] bluefender:
it would be nice if we could root the hd 10 and have a smooth working rom, pure android

and no amazon nonsense.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Jumbo100:
Ongoing incompatibility issues with FireOS 8 and current YouTube Kids app

Workaround is to download and install a specific older version:

YouTube Kids V 6.37.5 (October, 2021)

Alternatively, access YouTube Kids from a web browser @ www.youtubekids.com

Also update to FireOS 8.3.1.3 or later for better overall tablet compatibility with Google Play infrastructure.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] pd555:
That's the dream
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] webhook:
I think with the 2019 "mavericks" Fire HD 10, you can root it permanently, but it got patched. You can only do the exploit in the stock firmware (7.3.1.0). However other version they have been patched.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] bluefender:
what about 7th generation
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] webhook:
Yes, you can maybe root and maybe install a custom ROM. All I know is that I tried this method on my FIre 5th Gen and it works fine.

https://xdaforums.com/t/unlock-root-twrp-unbrick-downgrade-fire-7-ford-and-austin.3899860/
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Jumbo100:
Eminently rootable.

For backgrounder see:

The 2017 Amazon Fire HD 10 can now be rooted

We've seen a lot of progress in rooting various Amazon tablets as of late. Now we have a guide that shows you how to root the 2017 Amazon Fire HD 10.

www.xda-developers.com
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] cnwinger:
Am I able to use the system backup feature (with the setting 'Lock to this device' unchecked) with an HD8 to restore the backup to a 2nd HD8 if the devices do not have the same OS version? Original device is

7.3.1.5, new device is 7.3.1.7. Original device is configure for home automation, and I just wanted to copy everything to the 2nd to put it in another part of the house.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Vince491:
I'm currently having wifi problems with the tablet. Connecting to my router works fine for my tablet but whenever I use my pocket wifi, it still connects but I can't access the internet with it. Though, I can still access the 192.168.x.x address for it so I'm really confused as to what the problem is. I also disabled any dns or vpn and it still doesn't work. Any tips on fixing this?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
Hmm. I would try using Toolbox and going to Modify System Settings > Networking tab, and setting the DNS Resolver to either Google Public (8.8.8.8), or CloudFlare (1.1.1.1). Then reboot the tablet and try testing again. I've had some troubles with DNS resolution before when using various real VPN's and fake VPN's like DNS66. They each try to replace the DNS resolver with their own and it can cause network blockage.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] MattsSoScene:
Hello! I've been playing around with the tool box and I love it! I am just stuck on a couple of things and I am hoping someone here can assist.

1. The google search bar in the nova launcher doesn't search using google. It uses the amazon search and I cant seem to figure out how to change this. The voice option does work, just not the typing option

2. there are several apps that just will not uninstall even though the tool box says they are not important and can be removed. Every time I try I get an error message. Some examples are goodreads, photos, offers, and maps. anyone have any suggestions?

thank you in advance!
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
Hi, and welcome to XDA!

1. It seems you have two issues here. The search provider that Nova uses, and voice/typing. Nova doesn't seem to have a setting for the search provider. I think it uses the system default (Alexa). You could try replacing Alexa with Google Assistant in Toolbox. That might change the default. Also, have a look at Settings > Default Apps on the tablet, especially after swapping Google for Alexa. an option may appear for setting the default search (although I have never seen one). I'm just spit-balling here because I shut off all assistants and search bars on mine. I use the browser to search. I'm surprised voice works and typing doesn't. Usually it's the other way around with Fire devices because of the stuff Amazon removes/replaces in Android to make FireOS. I know this isn't likely to do much good, but it's some things to look at to make the tablet the way you want it. We're all limited by FireOS in making the tablets appear vanilla Android.

2. You appear to have a firmware version later than 7.3.2.2. (Most people do.) Since that time, Amazon really restricted what Toolbox is able to do by locking down a lot of apps and setting them as "protected apps" which cannot be disabled without getting root access. The good news is that just because they're installed, doesn't mean you have to use them. Since you have Nova installed, you can just remove them from your homescreen and never see them. Un;ess you have a 2017 or earlier tablet and can get root access, you're stuck with those apps like the rest of us.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] MattsSoScene:
Thanks for the assist! Yeah, I couldn't get the search bar to work so I just got rid of it. I'll just use the browser like you. As for the apps, its a damn shame but not much to be done. Thanks for the help and the tips and everything you've done!
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] cantante:
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