Before you start¶
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Charge the device and have Wi‑Fi details and SIM available.
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If migrating from another install, prepare a Seedvault backup (optional).
Step 1 - Select language¶
Choose your system language.
How to change later 
Settings → System → Language
Step 2 - SIM and Wi‑Fi¶
If needed, power off, insert the SIM, then power on. Connect to Wi‑Fi and authenticate.
How to change later
er " Settings → Network
Step 3 - Push notifications (microG)¶
iodéOS is de‑Googled by default. Enable push only if your apps require it (microG Cloud Messaging).
How to change later
Settings → microG → Cloud Messaging
Step 4 - Date & time¶
Set time zone and date or keep automatic.
How to change later
Settings → System → Date & Time
Step 5 - Location services¶
Toggle location, Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth scanning and Assisted GPS according to your needs.
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Settings → Location; extra options in Settings → System → microG → Location
Step 6 - Theme¶
Switch between light and dark.
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Settings → Display → Dark theme
Step 7 - Screen lock and fingerprint¶
Choose PIN, pattern or password and optionally set up fingerprint unlock.
How to change later
Settings → Security & Privacy
Step 8 - Restore a Seedvault backup (optional)¶
Restore apps and settings from USB, local storage or a Nextcloud vault, or skip.
How to change later
Settings → System → Backup
Step 9 - Navigation¶
Choose gesture or 3‑button navigation.
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Settings → Accessibility → System controls
Step 10 - Select preinstalled apps (optional)¶
Pick the default apps you want installed. You can remove them later.
How to change later
Settings → Apps → Preinstalled apps
Welcome¶
When setup finishes, the system completes configuration and shows the home screen.
