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Root Automated All Bloatware Removal version 2.4 (LG Spirit 4G rooted)

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All credit to slipkn0t2012 and Sepero for their work on this for the Motion. I tested this on the Spirit and it works fine.


WARNING: Use any software remover with caution. The files are deleted permanently. Here is the guide for reflashing your firmware if needed:
[GUIDE] Unbrick LG Spirit/Unroot/Getting to 1.5GHz [KDZ]



STEPS TO USE:

This Guide requires your phone is ROOTED. It will delete many files that generally do not come with a stock Android phone.
Download the script remove_bloat.sh to your phone.
Download Script Manager from the google play store.
Start Script Manager.
Select "Browse as Root" button.
When Script Manager asks for Root Permissions, grant yes allow.
Navigate to the remove_bloat.sh file and tap on it to see a menu.
Select the top icon labeled "Su"
Press the button on the top-left that says "Run".

The script will run, and immediately reboot your phone. Once your phone turns back on, all the unnecessary pre-installed apps will have been deleted.

You can download a copy of all deleted files from here: bloat_backup.zip


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Here is a list of all the files that are deleted:

From location /system/app/
AppBox.apk
AppBox.odex
ApplicationManager.apk
ApplicationManager.odex
CarHome.apk
CarHome.odex
CMAS_MPCS.apk
CMAS_MPCS.odex
com.lge.shutdownmonitor.apk
com.lge.shutdownmonitor.odex
FavoriteContactsWidget.apk
FavoriteContactsWidget.odex
HelpCenter.apk
HelpCenter.odex
intoNow.apk
intoNow.odex
LGDefaultAccount.apk
LGDefaultAccount.odex
LGDrm.apk
LGInstallService.apk
LGInstallService.odex
LGOnScreenPhone3.apk
LGOnScreenPhone3.odex
LGSetupWizard.apk
LGSetupWizard.odex
LGSystemServer.apk
LGSystemServer.odex
LinkBackup.apk
LinkBackup.odex
MediaUploader.apk
MediaUploader.odex
MemoWidget.odex
MemoWidget.apk
MetroEasyWifi.apk
MetroEasyWifi.odex
MLT.apk
MLT.odex
MTP.apk
MTP.apk
MTP.odex
MTP.odex
Music2.apk
Music2.odex
MusicFX.apk
MusicFX.odex
NativeLiveWallpapersPicker.apk
NativeLiveWallpapersPicker.odex
PhotoFrameWidget.apk
PhotoFrameWidget.odex
PlusOne.apk
PlusOne.odex
privacystar.apk
privacystar.odex
RhapsodyStub.apk
RhapsodyStub.odex
SetupWizard.apk
SetupWizard.odex
SmartShare.apk
SmartShare.odex
Sportacular.apk
Sportacular.odex
Stk.apk
Stk.odex
Street.apk
Street.odex
SystemBackupService.apk
SystemBackupService.odex
UserDictionaryProvider.apk
UserDictionaryProvider.odex
VideoWiz.apk
VideoWiz.odex
WapService.apk
WapService.odex
WeatherWidget.apk
WeatherWidget.odex
Wiper.apk
Wiper.odex
XtraDownloadTest.apk
XtraDownloadTest.odex
YouTube.apk
YouTube.odex

From location /system/apps/bootup/
IMandSocial.apk
LGWorld.apk
LGWorldClockWidget.apk
MailAtMetro.apk
Marionette.apk
Metro411.apk
MetroStudio.apk
MyExtras.apk
PocketExpress.apk
PolarisOffice.apk
TomsDinnerLW.apk

From location /data/app/
com.handmark.mpp.PEX-1.apk
com.infraware.polarisoffice-1.apk
com.lge.lgworld-1.apk
com.lge.livewallpaper.marionette-1.apk
com.lge.sizechangable.worldclock-1.apk
com.metropcs.android.metrostudio-1.apk
com.mobileposse.client-1.apk
com.seven.metropcs.Z7-1.apk
com.xad.android.mobile411-1.apk
miyowa.android.mpcs.mobileIM-1.apk

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Script Version Updates

Version 2.4 Update:
Files no longer removed from location /system/app/
CameraTestApp.apk
CameraTestApp.odex
GnssAirTest.apk
GnssAirTest.odex
GnssPosTs.apk
GnssPosTs.apk
GoogleBackupTransport.apk
GoogleBackupTransport.odex
GoogleTTS.apk
GoogleTTS.odex

Version 2.3 Update:
Files no longer removed from location /system/app/
AAT.apk
AAT.odex
VoiceDialer_ics.apk
VoiceDialer_ics.odex
VoiceRecorder.apk
VoiceRecorder.odex
VoiceSearch.apk
VoiceSearch.odex

Version 2.2 Update:
Correctly removes MemoWidget.odex (instead of MemoWidger.odex)
No longer attempts to remove non-existent file LGDrm.odex
Added bloat_backup.zip for user restorations

Version 2.1 Update:
Files no longer removed from location /system/app/
HiddenMenu.apk
HiddenMenu.odex
IOTHiddenMenu.apk
IOTHiddenMenu.odex
LgHiddenMenu.apk
LgHiddenMenu.odex
MetropcsHiddenMenu.apk
MetropcsHiddenMenu.odex
VerizonHiddenMenu.apk
VerizonHiddenMenu.odex
 
I ran this and I kept getting syntax errors. I re downloaded ran again and it said everything failed.
 
I think i got it working, my installed app list is conciderably smaller. I downloaded with opera the second time and the same file is a different size so maybe it was just a bad download the first time. Also in the script program, i changed advanced settings to RW. It went so quick, I didn't get to see what it removed lol, then it rebooted.
 
I just de-bloated another Spirit using Metro Web to download the script w/o a hitch. I'm sorry y'all are having difficulties. Make sure you use Playstore to download the Script manager apk. For the initial first prompt when opening the app choose "Browse as Root" button, as there is also some option for widgets. Then select "allow" for permissions, and continue to follow instructions from OP.:D
 
I just used this script, and can confirm that it works 100% :thumbup:

For best results download the script to your PC then transfer to your phone from PC and follow the OP instructions.

For my personal use I made some changes in the script to not remove certain apps I wanted to keep like....
---youtube
---rhapsody
---lg on-screen phone
....and some other apps I can't remember.

I suggest opening the script and looking through the apps and removing off the list the apps you want to keep then just hit save.
 
GameTheory said:
I suggest opening the script and looking through the apps and removing off the list the apps you want to keep then just hit save.
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Thanks GT,
What do you use to open the script with? Looked at it in notepad and don't know enough to attempt anything there.

Thanks again...........Tom
 
odatkid said:
Thanks GT,
What do you use to open the script with? Looked at it in notepad and don't know enough to attempt anything there.

Thanks again...........Tom
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I don't remember if windows can be used to modify this file... I did this on linux.

If you like, make a post with the apps that you would like to keep and I'll remove them from the script and post a link for you.
 
GameTheory said:
I don't remember if windows can be used to modify this file... I did this on linux.

If you like, make a post with the apps that you would like to keep and I'll remove them from the script and post a link for you.
Click to expand...

Thank you........only thing I'm sure of is I want to get rid of all Metro apps, I think. Have to learn what all the others are. I wonder if I should just take it slow (very difficult:D).
I have Titanium Backup installed. Should I just freeze the apps I don't want?

Really appreciate all the help I have gotten here.
 
odatkid said:
Thank you........only thing I'm sure of is I want to get rid of all Metro apps, I think. Have to learn what all the others are. I wonder if I should just take it slow (very difficult:D).
I have Titanium Backup installed. Should I just freeze the apps I don't want?

Really appreciate all the help I have gotten here.
Click to expand...

Freezing apps is completely safe. If you are worried about bricking your phone just freeze apps.
 
odatkid said:
Thank you........only thing I'm sure of is I want to get rid of all Metro apps, I think. Have to learn what all the others are. I wonder if I should just take it slow (very difficult:D).
I have Titanium Backup installed. Should I just freeze the apps I don't want?

Really appreciate all the help I have gotten here.
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Go to this link here and follow this to disable and uninstall stock apps with the built in app manager, this way if you decide you want the apps back, you'll be able to enable & install them again. For the remainder apps use titanium.

http://androidforums.com/5544798-post8.html

If you change your mind about using the script here's a link to the one I adjusted for myself. The excluded apps are the ones I mentioned previously.

Script Adjusted
 
Spdfreak34 said:
Freezing apps is completely safe. If you are worried about bricking your phone just freeze apps.
Click to expand...

GameTheory said:
Go to this link here and follow this to disable and uninstall stock apps with the built in app manager, this way if you decide you want the apps back, you'll be able to enable & install them again. For the remainder apps use titanium.

http://androidforums.com/5544798-post8.html

If you change your mind about using the script here's a link to the one I adjusted for myself. The excluded apps are the ones I mentioned previously.

Script Adjusted
Click to expand...


Thanks again guys...:)
 
I recommend leaving in most of LGs bloatware as most of it is quite useful :) OnScreenPhone, quick memo, memo, etc..
 
Has anyone had trouble getting the 'New Message Popup' after deleting bloat? I can't get mine working again. The box is checked off in messaging settings. I suppose I could run the restore tool, but it would be more helpful if someone else was having the same problem before I do that. :)
 
skrapmetal said:
Has anyone had trouble getting the 'New Message Popup' after deleting bloat? I can't get mine working again. The box is checked off in messaging settings. I suppose I could run the restore tool, but it would be more helpful if someone else was having the same problem before I do that. :)
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I don't get the popup either after debloating. I'm gonna look through the script and try to find the apk to make the adjustment then I'll share the adjusted script.
 
skrapmetal said:
I restored, rerooted, popups were working, installed this script and now they aren't working again, and theres a little more bloat leftover, which apk did you find? Maybe it can be installed manually...
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I give up with this script... The mms seems to be linked to some other apk that I can't find, and it would take too long to find it. I'm just gonna go old school and debloat manually after I restore my CWM backup.

Thanks for testing.
 
This is bugging me lol. Has to be something tied in the system > app folder. I'll play with it again tomorrow. I really love the little popup texts.
 
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