Is your phone stuck at the boot screen after an update and the only way to fix it is to use an Android unlock tool to downgrade? Short of having to jailbreak and possibly lose data, you can follow these simple steps to bring your device back to life.
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Choose the Right Repair Tool
Having the right software makes updating and downgrading a snap. However, it’s more than just a quick Google search- you’ll want an all-in-one solution like Wondershare Dr.fone that can also unlock system errors and fix other issues without data loss.
Download and Install
After choosing a system repair tool, the next step is to download the software and install it in your computer.
Check the minimum specifications and see if your computer meets them, including the operating system, memory, and disk space. Pick the right version (for Mac or Windows) and click to download. Allow access and wait a few minutes as the tool sets itself up.
Connect a Cable to Your Computer
Once setup is complete, the repair tool will open (or you can double-click or tap the icon on the desktop to launch it. Most will ask you what kind of repair you want to carry out- simply pick from the menu and click or tap for the software to proceed.
Have a cable ready- it will ask you when you can connect your smartphone to the computer.
Run the Software
The difficult part of the upgrade/downgrade is done, and all you have to do is wait for the tool to complete the process. Depending on how much data you need to back up or the extent of the repair, you may have to wait anywhere from a few minutes to about half an hour or so until it’s completed.
