From d0a33b22f46161644bacd9c526a19181000e698d Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: mi-lrn <179659299+mi-lrn@users.noreply.github.com>
Date: Fri, 31 Jan 2025 18:46:31 -0700
Subject: [PATCH] Update FAQ.md
Hi! Great project. Made some minor grammar and clarity changes to FAQ.md to make it easier to read.
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@@ -1,57 +1,56 @@
# FAQ
-## I bought Flipper Zero and I don't know what I can do with it, pls help
+## I bought Flipper Zero, and I don't know what I can do with it, please help!
- Start with reading [official main page](https://flipperzero.one/)
- Then check out official docs where you can find answers to [most questions](https://docs.flipper.net/)
-## How do I install Unleashed firmware?
+## How do I install Unleashed Firmware?
See [this](https://github.com/DarkFlippers/unleashed-firmware/blob/dev/documentation/HowToInstall.md)
-## What version I should install? What do letters `e`, `r`, `c`... mean?
+## What version should I install? What do the letters `e`, `r`, `c`... mean?
Follow this link for [details](https://github.com/DarkFlippers/unleashed-firmware/blob/dev/CHANGELOG.md#recommended-update-option---web-updater).
-## INSTALLED UNLEASHED AND NOW BACKLIGHT DOESNT WORK?
+## I installed Unleashed and now the backlight doesn't work
You’ve installed a version made for custom RGB modded flippers. The version ending in `r` is specifically for `RGB` modded flippers.
Please, do not use that version if your flipper isn’t modded!
-## What apps (plugins) are included with Unleashed FW?
+## What apps (plugins) are included with Unleashed Firmware?
See default pack and extra pack (for `e` build) list [here](https://github.com/xMasterX/all-the-plugins/tree/dev).
-## Where I can find differences between original (official) firmware and Unleashed firmware?
+## Where can I find differences between the original (official) firmware and Unleashed Firmware?
[Right here](https://github.com/DarkFlippers/unleashed-firmware#whats-changed)
-## How to use SubGHz Remote app?
+## How to use the SubGHz Remote app?
-1. Open app, press `Back` button, select `New map file`
-2. Configure signal files and their names for every button (also you can add only one signal and make other buttons empty - just don't select any files for them in config)
-3. Save new map file
-4. Open map file and select your previously created file
-5. Use buttons to send subghz signal files that you selected in map config at step 2
+1. Open the app, press the `Back` button, and select `New map file`
+2. Configure signal files and their names for every button (also you can only add one signal and make other buttons empty - just don't select any files for them in config)
+3. Save the new map file
+4. Open the map file and select your previously created file
+5. Use buttons to send the subghz signal files that you selected in map config at step 2
-## How to build (compile) firmware?
+## How to build (compile) the firmware?
Follow this [link](https://github.com/DarkFlippers/unleashed-firmware/blob/dev/documentation/HowToBuild.md#how-to-build-by-yourself).
-## I installed Unleashed firmware and now my mobile app doesn't connect to flipper ( OR I changed flipper device name and my mobile app now doesn't connect to flipper )
+## I installed Unleashed firmware, and now my mobile app doesn't connect to flipper ( OR I changed flipper device name, and my mobile app now doesn't connect to flipper )
- 1. Click Forget flipper in mobile app
- 2. Open your `phone settings - bluetooth`, find flipper - if it present here - open its options and click forget device
- 3. On flipper itself open `Settings -> Bluetooth -> Forget all devices` and confirm
- 4. Make sure your flipper has bluetooth `ON` and open Mobile app and pair it to flipper
- 5. Done
+ 1. Click Forget flipper in the mobile app
+ 2. Open `Phone Settings - Bluetooth`, find the flipper - if it present here - open its options and click forget device
+ 3. On the flipper itself open `Settings -> Bluetooth -> Forget all devices` and confirm
+ 4. Make sure your flipper has bluetooth `ON` then open the mobile app and pair it to the flipper
-## My desktop (pin, favourites, etc..) (or other) settings was reset to default after update, what to do?
+## My desktop (pin, favourites, etc..) (or other) settings were reset to default after an update, what do I do?
-Just configure that settings again, all is fine, and make sure you seen changelogs for the releases that came out after your previous version, when settings struct is changed, settings file are reset after update, this happens only when struct changes is required, so don't assume that settings will be reset in every release, this will happen only in specific ones
+Just configure those settings again, and make sure you view the changelogs for the releases that came out after your previous version, when settings struct is changed, the settings file is reset after an update, this happens only when struct changes are required, so don't assume that settings will be reset in every release, this will only happen in specific ones
-## Why is flipper not connecting to Chrome?
+## Why is my flipper not connecting to Chrome?
The most common cause of the flipper not connecting to google chrome is having qFlipper open while trying to connect your flipper.
@@ -59,7 +58,7 @@ Or having second flipper lab page open at same time.
You must close qFlipper (or other flipper lab web pages) before attempting to connect your flipper to Chrome.
-## Flipper doesn't work! How to restore firmware???
+## Flipper doesn't work! How to restore firmware?
Follow this [guide](https://docs.flipper.net/basics/firmware-update/firmware-recovery)
@@ -74,20 +73,20 @@ Flipper Awesome - place where you can find almost all links that you might need:
* UL Dev Builds in [Telegram](https://t.me/kotnehleb)
* Our [Discord](https://discord.unleashedflip.com)
-## How to change flipper name?
+## How do I change my flipper's name?
-All is simple:
+It's easy:
1. Open `Settings -> Desktop -> Change Flipper Name`
2. Enter new name and click `Save`
-3. Exit from settings - Flipper will automatically reboot
-4. Done, you have custom name which will stay until you reset it to default or replace with new one
+3. Exit from settings - flipper will automatically reboot
+4. Done, you now have a custom name which will stay until you reset it or replace it with a new one
-## How to reset name to default?
+## How to reset the name to default?
1. Open `Settings -> Desktop -> Change Flipper Name`
-2. Do not enter anything, just click Save
+2. Do not enter anything, just click `Save`
3. Exit from settings - Flipper will automatically reboot
-4. Done, name is reset to original one.
+4. Done, name is reset to its original form.
## How do I copy files from GitHub to my Flipper Zero?
@@ -95,41 +94,41 @@ Follow this detailed [guide](https://github.com/wrenchathome/flipperfiles/blob/m
## Where can I find “This file” or “That file” for my flipper?
-These 2 repos will cover most (99.9%) of your needs:
+These 2 repos will cover (99.9%) of your needs:
* https://github.com/UberGuidoZ/Flipper/tree/main
* https://github.com/UberGuidoZ/Flipper-IRDB/tree/main
-## How can I support Unleashed firmware project?
+## How can I support the Unleashed firmware project?
Please follow this [link](https://github.com/DarkFlippers/unleashed-firmware#please-support-development-of-the-project).
-## What are the dev builds? Where I can get latest build for dev branch?
+## What are the dev builds? Where I can get the latest build for dev branch?
-This is an automatic assembly of the latest commits from the repository that have not yet been released, the previous build is deleted when a new one is uploaded and old remains only as file in the telegram channel
+This is an automatic assembly of the latest commits from this repository that have not yet been released. The previous build is deleted when a new one is uploaded, and the old one remains only as a file in the telegram channel
> [!CAUTION]
>
-> Be aware that this is not release ready builds!
+> Be wary - these are not release ready builds!
>
-> They may have bugs and issues,
-> if you are using dev build and found issue,
-> report it! In [GitHub issues](https://github.com/DarkFlippers/unleashed-firmware/issues)
+> They may have bugs and issues!
+> If you are using the dev build and find issues:
+> Report it! [GitHub issues](https://github.com/DarkFlippers/unleashed-firmware/issues)
-Dev builds is available in Discord, Win channel - `unleashed-development`
-Builds also can be found [here](https://t.me/kotnehleb).
+Dev builds are available in Discord, in channel - `unleashed-development`
+Builds can also be found [here](https://t.me/kotnehleb).
And [here](https://dev.unleashedflip.com/)
## What is the update server?
We have our own update server https://up.unleashedflip.com/directory.json
-It is identical to the official one, it is impossible to change it in applications without rebuilding the application, it is hardcoded there
+It is identical to the official one; it is impossible to change it in applications without rebuilding the application
If you want to use it, you need to patch or build your own build of the application you are interested in
-Also you can use it with uFBT to build apps for UL SDK, uFBT will accept that link as one of args
+Also you can use it with uFBT to build apps for UL SDK - uFBT will accept that link as one of args
The server will remain active and will be automatically updated
-## External Radio: How to connect CC1101 module
+## External Radio: How to connect the CC1101 module
[Guide](https://github.com/quen0n/flipperzero-ext-cc1101)
@@ -145,59 +144,59 @@ The server will remain active and will be automatically updated
> [!TIP]
>
-> If you are using Unleashed firmware - **all region locks are removed by default**!
+> If you are using Unleashed Firmware - **all region locks are removed by default**!
Also, there is a way to go outside of frequencies stated in `CC1101 datasheet`, but transmission on those frequencies may cause chip damage, make sure you know what you are doing!
-Do not edit this settings to bypass region lock since there is no region locks in unleashed, all chip supported frequencies will work without any extra steps.
+Do not edit these settings to bypass region lock since there is no region locks in unleashed, all chip supported frequencies will work without any extra steps.
-But, if you know that you need to bypass subghz chip safety restriction you can unlock the safety restriction which will allow you to go outside the chips supported frequency.
+But, if you know that you need to bypass subghz chip safety restrictions - you can unlock the safety restriction which will allow you to go outside the chips supported frequency.
This covers how to do it and information regarding the risks of damage to the flipper by doing so.
Please read [this](https://github.com/DarkFlippers/unleashed-firmware/blob/dev/documentation/DangerousSettings.md) before.
-## Can I clone a car key fob for my own car to use flipper as a key?
+## Can I clone a car key fob for my own car to use my flipper as a key?
-No, and trying to do so with Read RAW will lead to key desync or unpair with blacklist which means re-pair is very hard and requires service tools
+No, and trying to do so with Read RAW will lead to key desync or unpair with blacklist which means re-pair is very hard to do and requires service tools
-## Will Unleashed FW support car keyfobs decoding, cloning, emulating?
+## Will Unleashed Firmware support car keyfobs decoding, cloning, emulating?
-No, never
+No, never!
## Where can I find jamming files?
-Nowhere, this is illegal in almost every country in the world
+Nowhere, this is illegal in almost every country in the world!
-## I saw something on TikTok and want to ask how to do it, I just wanna be like real hacker
+## I saw something on TikTok and want to ask how to do it. I just wanna be like real hacker!
-And you might be banned for that in our communities, since 99% of that content is fake, or showing illegal actions, and we don't like TikTok related questions.
+You might be banned for that in our communities since 99% of that content is fake or illegal. We do NOT like TikTok questions.
-## I was banned in Unleashed Discord / Telegram / etc.. How to remove ban? I created GitHub issue and it was removed too!
+## I was banned from the Unleashed Discord / Telegram / etc.. How do I get unbanned? I created a GitHub issue, and it was removed too!
-Not possible, rules is rules, read them before sending messages in our communities
+Not possible, rules are rules, read them before sending messages in our communities
## How to clean .DS_Store and other dot files left from macOS
-`sudo dot_clean -mn /Volumes/Flipper\ SD` -> `Flipper\ SD` may be named differently for you, replace with your microSD card name
+`sudo dot_clean -mn /Volumes/Flipper\ SD` -> `Flipper\ SD` may be named differently for you, replace it with your microSD card name
## How to sort files on flipper microSD on macOS / Linux?
-Will make sorting faster, and will work for OFW
+Will make sorting faster, and will work for OFW:
1. `brew install fatsort` -> Install fatsort using `brew.sh` (only on macOS)
2. `diskutil list` -> Find your disk name for flipper microSD
3. `diskutil unmount /Volumes/Flipper\ SD`
4. `sudo fatsort -n /dev/disk4s1` -> Replace `disk4s1` with your microSD id found on step 2
-## Your Flipper feels slow and unresponsive?
+## My flipper feels slow and unresponsive?
-1. Make sure you using good microSD card from known brand, flipper works with microSD via SPI that means not any microSD will work good even if it works ok with other devices.
+1. Make sure you are using a good microSD card from a known brand. Flipper works with microSD via SPI meaning not all microSDs will work well even if they are compatible with other devices.
2. Go into `Settings -> System` and make sure that you have
```text
Log Level = None
Debug = OFF
Heap Trace = None
```
-3. If some of that settings is set to something different - change it to `None` / `OFF`
+3. If some settings are set to something different - change them to `None` / `OFF`
4. Make sure your battery is charged, that can affect performance too
## Flipper crashed, stuck, frozen?
@@ -206,31 +205,31 @@ Reboot it by holding `Left` + `Back` buttons
-## How to reset forgotten Flipper pin code?
+## How to reset a forgotten Flipper pin code?
**Disconnect USB Cable if it was connected**
1. Turn off the device - hold back button -> `Turn Off`
-**If you can't turn it off, try next step but hold buttons for 30-40 seconds)**
-2. Hold Up + Back for `~5 sec` -> You will see reset screen -> Hold Right to reset (and Down arrow to exit if you don't want to reset pin code)
-3. Done, internal memory (dolphin level, settings, pin code, is erased to default settings)
+**If you can't turn it off, try the next step but hold the buttons for 30-40 seconds)**
+2. Hold Up + Back for `~5 sec` -> You will see a reset screen -> Hold Right to reset (and Down arrow to exit if you don't want to reset your pin code)
+3. Done, internal memory (dolphin level, settings, pin code) is erased to default settings
-## What are the differences between x, y and z firmware?
+## What are the differences between x, y, and z firmware?
If you just got your flipper and not sure what will work better for you, start with original official firmware, if you think you need more features or want to remove subghz region locks then:
* Try installing **Unleashed firmware**, which is fork of official firmware with many new features and preinstalled plugins (check out `e` build).
-* In other case, If you want to experiment more with UI and other things look for existing forks of Unleashed firmware.
+* In other case, If you want to experiment more with UI and other things look for existing forks of Unleashed Firmware.
* Or, create your own fork with your own customisations
-* Also, before reporting any found issue make sure you are in correct repo, if you are using not **Unleashed**, but different fork or original firmware, do not report issue in **Unleashed firmware** repo or UL communities (Telegram, Discord, etc..)
+* Also, before reporting any found issues, make sure you are in correct repo, if you are not using **Unleashed**, but a different fork or the original firmware, do not report issue in **Unleashed firmware** repo or UL communities (Telegram, Discord, etc..)
-## Is there a correct way to capturing Infrared signals?
+## Is there a correct way to capture Infrared signals?
-There is indeed especially with AC units, a new documentation has been released with some notes and steps on capturing infrared signals correctly along with some example data so you are able to understand the difference visually between the two.
+There is indeed, especially with AC units - a new documentation has been released with some notes and steps on capturing infrared signals correctly along with some example data so you visually able to understand the difference between the two.
[More info](https://github.com/DarkFlippers/unleashed-firmware/blob/dev/documentation/InfraredCaptures.md)
## NFC / RFID FAQ
-From our good friend `@Equip` and `@np0`
+From our good friends `@Equip` and `@np0`
### MIFARE Ultralight
@@ -249,20 +248,20 @@ The Flipper Zero has no available attacks for this card currently.
### Amiibos
- `NTAG215`. That's it. It's not going on a MIFARE Classic.
-- Currently, you cannot write Amiibos to new physical tags. yet.
+- Currently, you cannot write Amiibos to new physical tags.
### HID / iClass
- `Picopass` iClass can be read using the `Picopass` reader plugin
- 26bit Picopass can be downgraded to H10301 RFID credentials (note, it is not guaranteed to work if the reader is not configured to read low frequency)
-- Readers will need to be configured and have an LF RFID antenna in order to be read. Certain iClass readers are HF only, and do not have the ability to have LF configured
-- **Emulation for Picopass** was added on July 26th, and the updated version can be found in latest releases of **Unleashed** firmware with apps preinstalled, or in official Apps Hub via Flipper Mobile app
-- Write support for personalization mode cards is doable with app
-- The Seader app and a [SAM expansion board](https://www.redteamtools.com/nard-sam-expansion-board-for-flipper-zero-with-hid-seos-iclass-sam/) will allow reading more secure HID cards, which may be helpful in downgrade attacks
+- Readers will need to be configured and have an LF RFID antenna in order to be read. Certain iClass readers are HF only, and do not have the ability to have LF configured.
+- **Emulation for Picopass** was added on July 26th, and the updated version can be found in latest releases of **Unleashed** Firmware with apps preinstalled, or in official Apps Hub via Flipper Mobile app
+- Write support for personalization mode cards is doable with the app
+- The Seader app and a [SAM expansion board](https://www.redteamtools.com/nard-sam-expansion-board-for-flipper-zero-with-hid-seos-iclass-sam/) will allow you to read more secure HID cards, which may be helpful in downgrade attacks
### LF-RFID
-If you're wanting to make clones of low frequency RFID chips you need to write to T5577's. `Blanks` do not exist. All of the chips the Flipper Zero can interact with are read-only and cannot be overwritten or purchased blank.
+If you want to make clones of low frequency RFID chips you need to write to T5577's. `Blanks` do not exist. All of the chips the Flipper Zero can interact with are read-only and cannot be overwritten or purchased blank.
T5577s are multi-emulator chips that the Flipper Zero can program to be other tags