Quick Start Guide

⚡ Quick Start Guide

Setting up and using Jigar Tools is designed to be straightforward and fast.

📥 Prerequisites

• Operating System: Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit).
• Android Device: USB Debugging enabled (Settings > Developer Options > USB Debugging).
• USB Cable: Use a high-quality cable connected to a USB 3.0 port for maximum speed.

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🚀 Step 1: Initial Setup

1. Download the latest release from the Releases page.
2. Extract the Jigar_Tools_2.0-Gold.zip to a folder on your PC (e.g., D:\JigarTools).
3. Double-click Jigar_Tools_Setup.bat to run the launcher. This will provision the required ADB binaries and configure the environment.

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🔄 Step 2: Running a Sync

1. Plug your phone into your PC.
2. Allow USB Debugging permission on your phone screen when prompted.
3. Open the launcher (Jigar_Tools_Setup.bat) and select Option 1: Sync Files (Android -> PC).
4. If a previous backup location is found in settings.json, you will be prompted to reuse it. If not, a folder dialog will open to let you pick a destination.
5. The script will scan your device files and open the Interactive Exclude Menu. Check any folders/files you want to skip, then click Proceed.
6. The 20x Parallel Titan Engine will begin copying files.

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⏪ Step 3: Running a Restore

1. Select Option 2: Restore Files (PC -> Android).
2. The script will look for your backup folders and list them newest-first.
3. Select the snapshot index you want to restore.
4. The Interactive Include Menu will open. Select the specific folders/files you want to restore (they default to unchecked to prevent accidental overwrites).
5. Click Proceed to restore the files back to the phone. The script will automatically trigger the Android Media Scanner so the files appear in your Gallery.