[Q] Dirty Flashing new rom

[xSpartacusx]

Since DOTos is not longer supported / will be updating, is it safe to dirty flash a new rom over DOTos and not wiping data? I have stuff for my apps i dont want to lose, and messages.

 

[marcdw]

Since DOTos is not longer supported / will be updating, is it safe to dirty flash a new rom over DOTos and not wiping data? I have stuff for my apps i dont want to lose, and messages.

Generally not a good or wise idea. Especially if the ROM you plan to flash is of a different type (lots of settings and other diff between LOS-based and AOSP/GZOSP for instance). You risk instability.
Some folks have done a nandroid backup of existing ROM and then (attempt to?) restore data to a new/different ROM.

No, your best bet is to do app backups. Use Titanium Backup to backup user apps (NOT system apps). Should have no problems restoring apps and data on a new ROM. You could also backup some system apps but it's not a good idea to restore them. You can, however, probably restore their data if needed.
Due to some issues on Oreo I usually install apps via Play Store or saved apks and then restore just their data with TiBu. No problems that way.

TiBu can do messages also but I have and use SMS Backup and Restore on all ROMs. Constantly using it across ROMs and devices. Works without fail.


Moto G5S Plus XT1806, GZOSP_PixelExperience, MultiROM, TBO Tapatalk 4.9.3

 

[xSpartacusx]

Ya I always use sms backup+ I love the app. I tried doing titanium back up but can never figure out how to use it

 

[dpryor88]

Ya I always use sms backup+ I love the app. I tried doing titanium back up but can never figure out how to use it

It's one of the few (and easiest to be honest) way. Look up a tutorial for titanium on Google or xda. You'll be happy you did if the data is that important