Flashing Opengapps Aroma: A Step-By-Step Guide

Open GApps is an open-source project that provides up-to-date Google Apps packages. The Aroma package is a special version of the regular 'Super' package, with a graphical front-end that allows users to select specific applications to install or exclude without manually writing a gapps-config file. It offers a convenient way to sideload APKs to a device, but it's important to note that Open GApps does not provide a license for Google's APKs included in the package. Users are responsible for obtaining the proper permissions for these applications.

The Aroma package is a special version of the regular 'Super' package

The Aroma package is a special version of the regular Super package, but with a graphical front-end that allows users to select which specific applications to install or not install. This means that users do not have to manually write a gapps-config file.

The Aroma package is based on Stock for versions 5.0 and lower, and not all options shown are available within the package. This package has a dedicated thread on XDA, where users can find more information and support.

It is important to note that Aroma has some known issues that vary by device and recovery version. For example, certain TWRP versions are known to crash or not install everything selected.

Despite these issues, the Aroma package offers a convenient way to customise the installation process and choose specific applications without the need for manual configuration files.

It allows you to select which specific applications to install or not

The Aroma package is a special version of the regular 'Super' package, but with a graphical front-end that allows you to select which specific applications to install or not. This means that you can choose all the apps you want on your phone, in addition to the essential ones.

For example, if you want to install the pico package but without Google Calendar Sync and Google Text-to-Speech, you can use the Aroma package to make your selection. The Aroma package gives you the flexibility to customise your installation without having to manually write a gapps-config file.

It's important to note that for versions 5.0 and lower, the Aroma package is based on Stock, and not all options shown are available within the package. Additionally, Aroma has some known issues that vary by device and recovery version, so it may not work for all devices. If Aroma doesn't work for your device, you can use customised config files as an alternative to limit the set of packages you install.

You don't need to manually write a gapps-config file

The Aroma package is a special version of the regular 'Super' package, but with a graphical front-end that allows you to select which specific applications to install or not install. This means you don't need to manually write a gapps-config file.

The Aroma package is based on Stock for versions 5.0 and lower, and not all options shown are available within the package. This package has a dedicated thread on XDA.

Screenshots of each step of the installation process are available on the OpenGApps website. Aroma has some known issues, which vary by device and recovery version.

For example, on the Galaxy S5 (klte family), the following TWRP versions are known to be broken: 3.4.0-0, 3.3.1-0, 3.2.3-0, 3.2.1, 3.0.2-2, and 2.8.4.0. On the Moto X 2014 (victara), TWRP version 3.0.2-2 is known to crash and force a reboot into the system.

The Aroma package is ideal for those who want to choose exactly which Google Apps they want on their phone. If you don't want certain apps, like Google Fit or Google Plus, you can choose a more compact version like Micro, Nano, or Pico instead.

For versions 5.0 and lower, the Aroma package is based on Stock

The Aroma package is a special version of the regular 'Super' package, with a graphical front-end that allows users to select which specific applications to install or not install, without manually writing a gapps-config file.

Screenshots of each step of the installation process are available.

It is important to note that Aroma has some known issues that vary by device and recovery version. For example, certain TWRP versions are known to be broken, crashing TWRP or not installing everything selected.

The package has a dedicated thread at XDA

The Aroma package is a special version of the regular 'Super' package, with a graphical front-end that allows users to select which specific applications to install or not without manually writing a gapps-config file. The package has a dedicated thread on the XDA Developers Forum, where users can find more information about the package, as well as discuss any questions, suggestions, or bug reports.

The Aroma package is created as a result of a discussion between two friends about the desire to have a simple way to install only the GApps that they really want. This led to the development of Aroma LP-GAPPS, which utilizes the AROMA Installer, an advanced update-binary for Android Recovery with features such as Wizard Installation, Touch User Interface, Customizable Packages, and more.

The Aroma package offers several benefits, including the ability to save and load selections, dirty flash capabilities, and a protection script that ensures the installation of the Google counterpart for missing apps. It is recommended to install the package on a fresh system partition and users are advised to refer to the dedicated thread on the XDA Developers Forum for detailed instructions and support.

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