After the flash is successful (you will see "Done" in the log), go back to the main menu and select Wipe -> Cache and Dalvik/ART Cache . Swipe to wipe. This prevents boot loops related to cached data.
The most common architecture for older 32-bit devices (e.g., Nexus 4, Nexus 5, older Samsung Galaxy phones).
Android 5.1 Lollipop introduced key performance enhancements and stability fixes to the mobile operating system. However, users installing custom ROMs like LineageOS or Resurrection Remix quickly notice a major omission: Google services are completely missing.
Navigate to the archive of your chosen GApps provider. If using Open GApps, select: gapps android 51
You must have a custom recovery installed, such as TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project) or CWM (ClockworkMod). This software allows you to flash zip files (like ROMs and GApps) onto your device's system partition. You cannot install GApps using the stock recovery.
If you face constant crashing pop-ups immediately after booting, you likely flashed GApps built for a different Android version. Boot back into recovery, wipe the system partition, and re-flash the ROM followed by the correct Android 5.1 GApps package. Insufficient Storage Error
Mirrors the exact user experience of a Google Nexus device. It replaces stock AOSP apps (like the AOSP Browser, Clock, and Camera) with official Google equivalents. After the flash is successful (you will see
A progress bar crawled across the screen. Leo held his breath. "Flashing GApps..." the text read. Seconds felt like hours. Finally, the screen flashed: "Operation Successful."
Swipe the slider at the bottom to confirm the installation flashing process. Step 5: Reboot
Includes a broader selection of popular Google apps, including YouTube, Maps, and Calculator. The most common architecture for older 32-bit devices (e
Includes a broader selection of popular Google apps such as YouTube, Google Maps, and Google Photos.
In TWRP recovery, tap Install . Navigate to the location where you saved the GApps zip file and select it. Crucially, you must flash the GApps immediately after flashing your ROM, before you reboot the system. If you boot the ROM once without GApps and then try to go back to flash them, you will likely encounter "Setup Wizard" crashes and data corruption.
Download your chosen Android 5.1 custom ROM and the matching Android 5.1 GApps zip file. Transfer both files to your device's internal storage or an external SD card. Step 2: Boot into Custom Recovery