If you use your smartphone for a while, then it may start to work slower, and one of the reasons for this may be RAM (random access memory; the second name is RAM). If your phone does not have too much of this memory, then the phone may work worse, but there are ways to fix this situation. You can easily add extra RAM to your smartphone without opening the device and without using a soldering iron.
RAM is what your device uses when doing things. For example, when you edit a photo, both the photo itself and the application with which you make such editing are in RAM, that is, in random access memory. When you have finished editing a photo, then it is stored in the internal storage of the device for a long time. The more RAM you have, the more actions your device will be able to perform. For example, in this case, you can open more tabs in the browser, run more different applications or system functions.
The problem with RAM is that this kind of memory is not always cleared properly and applications do not always work correctly. Some applications and system processes work even when you do not need them, while others leave behind this or that information when they are closed. After a while, all this can lead to such bad things as low system performance, various crashes and freezes.
Similar to the internal storage of information (Russian equivalent - ROM), RAM is a physical component of your device, and there is no way you can add another one to your device. All you can do is use RAM more efficiently. And you can actually use some tricks to create additional RAM from other types of memory.
Now that you know what RAM is, we'll show you how to save it. In the first part, we will cover tips for non-rooted devices.
Note that for such devices, you can not increase the amount of memory, but you have the opportunity to better use the available such memory. As a rule, the more operations your device performs, the more RAM it uses, so if you can remove unnecessary running processes and applications, you can free up more memory for the tasks you really need.
Widgets and live wallpapers consume a considerable amount of RAM. Some of them are frequently updated via the Internet, and some are constantly in active mode. This results in faster battery drain. Our advice to you is to limit their number in order to optimize your available free RAM.
Note that some applications consume RAM even if they are not currently in use. Therefore, you get solid minuses from unnecessary use of RAM. Figuring out which apps should and shouldn't be running in the background can take some time, but it's worth it to improve your smartphone's performance.
In order to disable any application, open the “Settings” section, then “Applications” or “Application Manager”. Then open the "All tabs" subsection to get a list of all the applications available on your device. To disable an application, click on its icon, then click on "Disable" and confirm the selected action. Be careful not to disable anything you need unless you want to end up with an unstable system, although most non-installed apps on your device can be disabled/uninstalled without any worries.
Animated pictures often "steal" the free amount of RAM and, in fact, their use is not mandatory. Any user can manage them through the "Developer Tools" functionality. To enable Developer Tools on your device, you need to open Settings, then click on About Device, then click on the build number (about 7 times) until the appropriate message appears on the display. We would like to note that these actions will not have any negative effect on your device - just an additional menu "Developer Tools" will appear in your settings.
Once you've completed the above steps, go back to your phone's settings and scroll down to Developer Tools. Next, go to the Drawing section and turn off the items "Window Animation Scale", "Transition Animation Scale", "Animation Duration Scale" in it.
In this part, we will talk about how to increase the amount of RAM when your device has root rights. The trick in this case is to create an additional partition on your SD card, which will later act as a secondary source of RAM. To perform the necessary actions, we will use the ROEHSOFT RAM Expander (SWAP) application.
Here is a description of this application can be seen in the Play Store:
You will need a class 4 SD card at least, but for best results use a higher class SD card.
Before using the ROEHSOFT RAM Expander app, you should check your device for compatibility. Download the MemoryInfo & Swapfile Check app. Run this application and give it superuser rights. Then click on the icon that says "Start ramexpander test" at the bottom of the screen. Select the option you need - "SD card" or "Ext. SD card. Then click on "Show result". If "Congratulations" appears on the display, your device is compatible with the RAM expander app.
If your device is compatible, you should download, install and run the ROEHSOFT RAM-EXPANDER (SWAP) application. Root this application, and then select the language you want (English, German, and French are available).
Use the slider to select the amount of space you want to reserve for the SWAP partition. Click on "Optimum value" to automatically adjust the settings for best performance, plus, the "Autostart" item should also be activated. The last thing you need to do is click on the "Activate Swap" icon to complete the process.
Your system will now have more RAM, and therefore better performance, thanks to your SD card support. But remember that now your SD card will not be accessible through the computer.Did the above methods work for you? Do you know of any other ways to get more RAM?
RAM (RAM, RAM) affects the performance and multitasking of a mobile device. Therefore, the lack of free space (volume) negatively affects the speed of work: applications are unloaded from memory, the processing time for specified actions increases, the system freezes or reboots, etc. How to increase the amount of RAM, we will describe in detail in this article.
Inexperienced Android users, faced with the problem of lack of RAM, first of all think about the physical increase in volume. After all, the lack of flash memory is easily solved by installing a MicroSD card, connecting a removable or cloud storage medium. As a last resort, disassemble the mobile device and replace the RAM module with a more capacious one. Sounds good in theory, but not feasible in practice.
Unlike desktop PCs and laptops, where the RAM is presented in the form of replaceable modules, Android uses a chip soldered to the board. It is difficult to find memory modules in free sale. In addition, there is a high probability that replacing the chip will lead to the loss of the gadget's performance. Therefore, it is not possible to expand the RAM.
The first and easiest way to increase RAM space is to get rid of unnecessary applications. In this case, the memory will not increase, the free area will increase for loading useful programs and processing important processes. The method is also good because it does not require root rights or deep knowledge on the part of the user.
For this purpose, only the most necessary applications should be left on the device. The rest can be removed or disabled from the settings menu. The available removal methods are described in detail in the article "".
For best results: social media clients, maps, notes, cloud storage, etc. – replace WEB with analogues. It is also recommended to reduce the number of desktop screens and reduce the number of widgets. And also roll back app updates to earlier versions.
Factory applications and some third-party applications downloaded from Google Play automatically fall into the autorun section. When the operating system is loaded, programs from this section are launched along with system utilities. And then they remain working in the background, consuming valuable RAM resources.
Tools for removing programs from startup are implemented only by third-party applications. To work, you must have superuser rights. Popular solutions: BootManager, Autostarts or LBE.
Of the three presented, LBE is more practical and understandable. It is enough to go to the corresponding section of the program and switch the switches, opposite the applications from the autorun list, to the inactive state. You do not need to confirm or save changes. At the same time, it is worth remembering that rash actions lead to a violation of the integrity of the operating system. It is recommended not to touch important system components and programs.
An effective way to expand RAM is to create a swap file (SWAP). This is a kind of hidden partition, on an internal or external drive, where some applications and processes are moved from RAM for temporary storage. Thus, inactive programs do not take up RAM, as they are stored in a separate file. And if necessary, the data is loaded back into RAM.
To create a swap file, programs are used: Swapper 2, RAM Manager or SWAPit RAM EXPANDER. Applications also have tools to optimize and increase the efficiency of RAM.
It is worth noting that the applications require superuser rights to run. And for some programs, the presence of BusyBox and a kernel that supports the swap file is required. The MemoryInfo & Swapfile Check program will tell you if the kernel of the current operating system supports the ability to create a SWAP.
It is also worth remembering that the paging file quickly wears out flash memory, due to frequent overwriting of data.
If you don't have enough RAM on your mobile device and you don't plan to buy a new device, use one of the above methods to increase the amount of RAM.
The optimization method has poor efficiency, but it is safe and does not harm the device in any way. Suitable for novice users or if the device does not have ROOT rights.
Disabling programs from autorun is more effective, especially if you remove Google services (after making a backup). Superuser rights are required, and the risk of violating the integrity of the operating system remains. The method is aimed at advanced users who least of all want to delve into the operation of the firmware, kernel and SWAP.
Dear readers, today we will learn how to increase memory on Android using a microSD memory card. But before we start doing anything, let's dive into the theory a bit. This is necessary in order for you to use the information storage on your device more rationally in the future, since microSD will not always be able to help you out. A little later you will understand why.
Memory Mapping on Android
Almost all gadgets running the Android operating system from Google have the ability to expand the internal memory using third-party cards. This is very popular with users, especially owners of devices with a memory of no more than eight gigabytes. But there are no perfect systems in the world: let's find out how the combination of two types of memory works.
So, let's assume that you have an Android smartphone with eight gigabytes of internal memory (most budget models have this amount). As you know, some part is occupied by the operating system itself, as well as pre-installed programs and utilities, a good half of which cannot be removed. And now, to the delight of the user, there are only about five to six gigabytes left. If it was ten years ago, you would squeal with delight! But in the yard of 2016, where this amount of memory is considered negligible: a few photos and videos, a dozen simple applications and that's it - then your device will fail, constantly remind you of a lack of resources, and so on.
But the manufacturer decided to meet them halfway: your gadget allows you to expand the memory using a microSD card. Naturally, you are at the peak of bliss and it seems that now you can do whatever your heart desires with the information. But do not rush to rejoice - there are pitfalls here, which we will discuss later.
What means can be used to increase the system memory on your gadget? Let's look at two ways to do this:
The first part is understandable to almost everyone: just insert a USB flash drive into your phone, then connect it to a computer or laptop via USB and use simple copying to transfer files from one folder to another. If you do not have a computer or laptop, then you can download some file manager from the GooglePlay application store and carry out the same manipulations in this program. In addition, you can set up automatic saving of pictures and videos on microSD. Go to camera settings and specify a new save path. Now consider the second case, about transferring application data:
The FolderMount application also allows you to transfer data from system memory to microSD even when this is not possible with standard means. That is, your device will think that all these files, as before, are in the internal memory of a smartphone or tablet. Naturally, this utility requires root-rights to work. It cannot be installed in the usual way through the Google Play app store.
The principle of operation of FolderMount is based on the fact that the program creates a bunch of folders on an external memory card and the own memory of a smartphone or tablet. That is, the transfer of data will not harm the operation of the system. Thus, it will be possible to copy any type of data to the microSD.
Dear friends, today we have learned how internal memory on Android is due to a microSD card. We also learned ways to increase the volume without using a flash drive. Let's summarize what we've covered today:
We hope that everything worked out for you. Tell us in the comments how much you were able to increase memory
Greetings, dear readers, in today's material, useful for Android users, I will tell you about memory on Android: what types of memory exist, as well as several ways to increase memory. So, to begin with, so that the material is as useful as possible for you, let's understand the terminology.
The problem with lack of memory in the phone is, perhaps, one of the cornerstones in the world of mobile devices. Most devices are equipped with internal memory of 8 or 16 gigabytes. It seems that this is quite enough, given that applications, for the most part, are rather small in volume. At the same time, with each update, the Android operating system itself takes up more and more space.
As a result, it turns out that a lot of applications, coupled with the installed OS, “eat up” a decent amount of memory, which leads to brakes and phone freezes. Is it possible to fight this? Undoubtedly! However, it is worth mentioning that it is impossible to increase the amount of internal memory. In the best case, it will turn out to clean the internal storage. With external memory, everything is much simpler - it is expanded with the help of memory cards.
In this article, we will tell you how to expand the memory on Android in its three aspects:
Random Access Memory (RAM)
Inner memory
External memory
How to increase the amount of RAM
Random Access Memory or RAM (RAM) is the memory needed to run and run all the processes on your phone, from calls to apps. Considering modern user requests regarding gadget functions, the minimum amount of RAM should be at least 1 GB.
To ensure the stable operation of the phone, it is important to ensure that the amount of RAM does not drop to critical levels. In this case, the system will display an informational message stating that the operation of a particular application cannot be started.
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Before expanding the phone's memory on Android, it is advisable to make sure how much RAM is currently being used. You can do this in the system settings. Go to the "Memory" section. It is here that information about the state of RAM is displayed: the total amount, how much is free and how much is busy. Here, in the “Application Memory Usage” section, it displays how much memory each process takes, whether it be system or external (downloaded and installed applications).
The most optimal solution for stabilizing the amount of RAM is to stop unnecessary processes in the phone:
Go to phone settings;
Select the "Applications" section;
In the upper right corner, click on the drop-down menu;
Select System Processes
Go through the list and find applications that use a lot of memory
Enter the application menu and click "Stop".
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How to expand internal memory on Android
Read-only memory, or ROM (ROM) in the phone is divided into two main volume sections. The first section installs the Android operating system. The section is read-only, no user changes in it are possible without obtaining superuser rights. That's just rooting the phone, not only can it lead to critical errors in the operation of the gadget, it also automatically removes the device from warranty service.
The second volume is directly internal user memory, which is also called internal storage. It is here that downloaded applications are installed, media files, documents and other user data are also stored here.
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In order to increase the available amount of internal memory, it is enough to clear the cache files, as well as delete or transfer user files and installed applications to the memory card.
There are two main ways to clear the cache:
in android settings
With special applications
How to clear cache in settings:
Select the "Applications" section
Go to the program in the desired program
Click on "Storage"
Select "Clear Cache"
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To clear the cache using third-party tools, the convenient Clean Master application, which is free to download from the Google Play store, is perfect:
Install and run the application
Select a list of commands;
Click on the "Clear cache and memory" command;
Specify the elements in which the application will clean up;
Click the "Clear" button.
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To remove an unnecessary application and free up additional space in the device's memory, it is enough to use regular tools. Select the "Applications" item in the settings, go to the program menu and click "Delete". It should be borne in mind that only downloaded and installed programs are deleted. Pre-installed system applications, such as a calendar or radio, cannot be deleted.
You can move an application to a memory card both in the system settings and using applications. To carry out this procedure with regular means is quite simple:
In the settings, select "Applications"
Click on the program you want to transfer
In the app settings, click on "Storage"
Choose "Change"
Specify SD card
Click "Move"
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One of the most convenient applications for transferring programs to an sd card and expanding memory is the AppMgr III utility. The application does not require rooting the phone, and the transfer process itself takes a few seconds:
Run the program
Choose an application to move.
Click on the "Move Application" command
By following these procedures, you can free up several gigabytes of internal memory of the device. By the way, we recommend that you frequently clear the cache for more stable operation of your mobile device.
How to expand the external memory of the phone on Android
Very simple! We buy an SD card with the required number of gigabytes and install it in the memory card slot. The system will prompt you to choose one of two connection modes: "Portable" or "Internal". In the first case, the card becomes a regular file storage. And the internal mode just launches the adaptive storage function, which was mentioned a little higher.
How to choose a smartphone with more memory
A multifunctional smartphone should be provided with a solid supply of memory - this is a fact. Given the capabilities of modern applications, the user needs a powerful, productive smartphone, with which you can not be afraid of the unpleasant message “Not enough memory” at the most inopportune moment.
However, there is an opinion that a lot of money will have to be paid for power and large volume. The British company Fly firmly declares: this is not so! Imagine a 4G smartphone in a thin metal case, which is equipped with a powerful and modern hardware, runs on the latest version of the Android OS and costs only 8,990 rubles.
Meet Fly Cirrus 13 - a new model of the brand, which since 2003 has been supplying the market with high-quality budget phones and smartphones. The uniqueness of this smartphone among its counterparts in all series of Fly gadgets lies in the use of the latest technologies, such as a fingerprint scanner, and premium materials: metal and Dragontrail protective glass, which protects the screen of the device from minor damage and bumps.
Fly Cirrus 13 received a powerful 1.5 GHz 4-core processor with 2 GB of RAM. This is more than enough to run the most voracious applications and maintain any system processes. Stock internal memory is 16 gigabytes. Even taking into account the space that the operating system will take, the user can safely install numerous applications without worrying about the lack of memory.
However, human needs are such that even more than 10 gigabytes of memory may not be enough to perform the necessary functions. In this case, the Fly Cirrus 13 smartphone is equipped with a slot for a memory card up to 64 GB. The user will only need to install the necessary applications on it.
Conclusion
We did not dwell on how to expand the memory of a tablet on Android. The fact is that all the above instructions are not only suitable for phones: the internal and external memory of tablets is freed using similar methods. In any case, freeing up space in the gadget's memory, it is important to ensure that you do not accidentally disrupt the work of an important system process.
A very bottleneck in many cheap smartphones and tablets is not enough memory to install applications and games. This article describes in detail with pictures how to increase the memory of Android.
Before you start increasing Android memory, it is recommended that you read the article about Android internal partitions so that you understand how everything works. Also, in order for you to succeed, you need installed Root rights.
It should be understood that after increasing the Android memory due to a memory card, the size for storing personal files will decrease, but will increase for applications! The first thing you will need to do is copy the entire contents of the card to a safe place (on your computer) and then delete all data from there.
2. Go to the Advanced section
3. Select item Partition SD Card
4. Select the volume of the EXT partition on the map (for applications)
5. Select the size of the Swap partition (select 0)
6. Wait until partitions are created
7. Return to the main menu and click on restart - Reboot System Now
8. After downloading Android, you can return all the files that you saved to your computer back to the memory card
Skip to the article section to increase Android memory with Link2SD
Place the memory card in a card reader or other device, the main condition is that the device is not defined as MTP.
1. Connect the card reader in which the memory card is already inserted to the computer
2. Download and install MiniTool Partition Wizard Home
3. Launch the application MiniTool Partition Wizard Home
4. Right-click to select a memory card
5. Select an item in the menu Create
6. In the menu that opens, set the following parameters:
7. Now on the new unallocated zone of the memory card Select an item in the Create menu
8. In the menu that opens, set the following parameters:
Click OK again and agree with the warning
9. Confirm the action by clicking on the button apply(top left)
10. Close the program MiniTool Partition Wizard Home
11. Return files to the card previously saved on the computer
12. Return the memory card back to Android
2. Open the newly installed Link2SD app
3. In the application settings, select remount paths
4. In the list of available installed applications, select the necessary one and transfer
