User Guide of iMyFone Fixppo
Is your iPhone/iPad/iPod touch/Apple TV stuck on common Apple problems for no reason? For these iOS/iPadOS/tvOS issues, iMyFone Fixppo should come in handy for you.
It is a desktop software that offers three core functions, namely Apple System Repair, Reset iDevices, iOS Upgrade/Downgrade. And an additional function to enter/exit Recovery Mode for free is offered as well.
Follow the simple but detailed steps listed below to see how to operate each mode to get the most out of this program.
Part 1: Apple System Repair
This part offers two main features: Standard Mode and Advanced Mode. For users who want to fix almost all iDevices' issues, Standard Mode is good enough to perfectly solve them; For those who fail to use this mode, Advanced Mode can also help you get rid of those iOS problems and repair your system.
Choose Standard Mode to Repair without Data Loss
Step 1. Launch iMyFone Fixppo and choose Standard Mode
If you don't want to lose any data, choose the Standard Mode of Apple System Repair on the Home page. This mode can efficiently solve all common iOS/iPadOS issues.
Step 2. Connect your device to computer
After you click Standard Mode, you will see the screen below. Then connect your device to your computer and click the Next button.
Note:If your device is in normal mode and running iOS 12 or later, the program may not recognize it when it is locked. Unlock your device before clicking the Next button.
After you click the Next button, there will be 2 different situations:
1. If your device can be detected, the program will proceed to the next step.
2. If not, you will be asked to put your device into Recovery or DFU Mode. You can see a very clear guide on the screen. Follow the instructions and the program will proceed to the next step automatically when your device is in Recovery or DFU Mode.
Here is how to put your device into Recovery Mode.
Here is how to put your device into DFU Mode.
Step 3. Download firmware
Now you need to download the firmware to fix your device. The program will automatically detect the model of your device and show you all the available firmware versions. Choose the version you prefer, then click Download.
Once the firmware is downloaded, Fixppo will instantly extract the firmware before fixing.
Step 4. Fix iOS/iPadOS/tvOS issues
When everything is ready, you can start to fix your device by clicking the Start button. If the firmware is older than your iOS version, generally it won't affect the fixing process. If it fails, try a newer version because there might be some compatibility problems.
The program will begin to fix the device. Don't use nor unplug your device during the process, or it may be bricked.
The process won't take long. You can check whether your device can restart normally when the fixing process is finished.
If the process fails, you can either retry or try Advanced Mode.
Choose Advanced Mode to Fix Serious iOS Issues
Step 1. Launch iMyFone Fixppo and choose Advanced Mode
If you forget the screen lock password or can't use Standard Mode to fix the problem, Advanced Mode here can also help you out. However, please bear in mind that all your data will inevitably be erased.
Step 2. Connect your device to computer
Steps here are exactly the same as in Standard Mode, connect your device then click Next to follow as instructed.
Step 3. Download firmware
Likewise, you should choose the firmware version you need and click on Download so as to move on.
Step 4. Fix iOS/iPadOS/tvOS issues
With the firmware, click Start to begin the process of fixing your device.
The program will begin to fix the device. Try not to touch the cable and your device during the process.
This won't take long and your iPhone will be restarted automatically after the program completes its job.
Part 2: iOS Upgrade/Downgrade
This feature provides two modes for you. For those who can't upgrade their iOS system through a normal procedure you can choose iOS Upgrade with it smoothly without data loss. However, if you simply want to go back to the previous version, iOS Downgrade can be chosen as well.
iOS Upgrade
Step 1. Select Upgrade iOS
Choose to upgrade the iOS system and retain the device's data.
Step 2. Connect device to computer
Connect your device to the computer with a USB cable and follow the on-screen instructions.
Step 3. Download firmware
The program will detect the device and the firmware package version available for upgrade. Here you can customize the download path for the firmware package file or import a local file. Click Download to start downloading the firmware package.
After that, Fixppo will start to extract the downloaded firmware and use it to begin the fixing process.
Step 4. Start to upgrade iOS
Your device is now fully prepared for the iOS upgrade. Click Start and the process will start upgrading your device.
Then wait for the program to complete its task. Please note that you should keep the device connected to the computer without using it during the whole process. Finally, you will see the Done message that shows the process is completed.
iOS Downgrade
Step 1. Select Downgrade iOS
Choose to downgrade the iOS system, but your device's data will not be preserved.
Step 2. Connect device to computer
Use a lightning cable to connect the device to computer, then click Next to move forward.
Step 3. Download firmware
The program will show you the firmware that can be used, click Download to get it.
Wait for the program to keeping extracting the firmware and it will inform you the next step when it's done with this procedure.
Step 4. Start to downgrade iOS
Now, the firmware can be used to downgrade your iOS system, click Start to begin it.
Wait patiently for it to finish, don't use or move your device during the process. Finally, you can see the pop-up message of Done, suggesting that you've successfully downgraded your iOS system to the previous version.
Part 3: Reset iPhone/iPad/iPod touch Easily
This feature offers two modes for you. The first one is Standard Reset, with which you can reset your iDevice in one click. However, if you forget the password for your device, then the other one Hard Reset is highly recommended. After a factory reset, you will regain access to your device with latest iOS version.
Standard Reset
Step 1. Select standard reset
Choose the mode that fits your situation. This mode is recommended when you can unlock your device.
Step 2. Connect device to computer
After you select Standard Reset, connect your device to computer. Then enter your iDevice’s password and Trust the computer. And click the Start button to begin standard reset your device.
Note: The Standard Reset will erase all data and setting on your device.
Step 3. Reset device
Your iDevice will automatically reset by iMyFone Fixppo.
Congrats! Your device has been reset successfully. Click Done to finish the process.
Hard Reset
Step 1. Select hard reset
Choose this mode when you cannot unlock your iDevice’s screen lock.
Step 2. Connect device to computer via USB
After you select Hard Reset, connect your device via USB to computer.
Step 3. Download firmware
iMyFone Fixppo will automatically detect the latest firmware version and get your device reset with it.
The program will take some time (mainly depending on your internet speed) to download the firmware. After that, it will automatically proceed to verify and extract the firmware, which will be relatively fast.
Step 4. Put device into Recovery/DFU mode.
Click Start to proceed. Then follow the instructions to put your device into Recovery/DFU Mode, so as to hard reset your device.
Here is how to put your device into Recovery mode.
Here is how to put your device into DFU mode.
Step 5. Hard reset device
Fixppo will start to hard reset your device immediately. All you need to do is wait for your device to restart.
Part 4: Enter or Exit Recovery Mode by One Click
The process is very simple. With just one click, you iPhone/iPad/iPod touch/Apple TV can enter or exit recovery mode in a few seconds. This feature is very helpful when the home button or other buttons of device are broken.
Enter Recovery Mode
Step 1. Connect your device to computer
Click Enter/Exit Recovery Mode on the Home page. Connect your device to computer and click the Next button.
Step 2. Click to enter Recovery Mode
As you can see on the screen below, the Enter Recovery Mode button is clickable. Click it.
In a short while, you will see your device is in Recovery Mode.
Exit Recovery Mode
Step 1. Connect your device to a computer
The first step is the same as Enter Recovery Mode. Click Enter/Exit Recovery Mode on the Home page and plug in your device. Click Next to proceed.
Step 2. Click to exit Recovery Mode
The program will show you the screen below. You will find that the Exit Recovery Mode button is clickable. Click it.
When the process is complete, your device will restart and get back to normal.
If the process is complete and your device won't restart, try again or use Standard Mode of Apple System Repair to fix the device. Your data won't be affected using Standard Mode in Apple System Repair part.