# Pocket System Notes

> Pocket System Notes is an independent guide to Android customization and custom-ROM decisions. It is not Google, an Android device maker, a ROM project, a repair service, a security vendor, or a continuation of any former business associated with this domain.

Pocket System Notes publishes original, long-form guides about Android customization & ROMs. Every article opens with a concise direct answer, is structured with clear headings and FAQs, and reflects mainstream expert consensus.

## ROM Decisions

- [Before Installing a Custom ROM: 12 Checks](https://galaxyrom.com/before-installing-custom-rom-checklist/): Before installing a custom ROM, verify the exact hardware model, carrier or region variant, codename, current firmware, bootloader-unlock support, and ROM…

## Safer Customization

- [How to Customize Android Without Root](https://galaxyrom.com/customize-android-without-root/): Customize Android without root by changing one layer at a time: wallpaper and system color, home-screen grid and folders, default launcher, widgets,…

## Full text for LLMs

- [llms-full.txt](https://galaxyrom.com/llms-full.txt): every article as plain markdown in one file
- Each article is also available as markdown at https://galaxyrom.com/<slug>.md

## Site

- [About](https://galaxyrom.com/about/): editorial approach and standards
- [All articles](https://galaxyrom.com/all/)
- [Contact](https://galaxyrom.com/contact/)