How to Install Appcake

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Launch the Cydia app from the Home screen of your iOS device.

   The application may take up to several minutes to load if there are new updates available.
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   Step 2: Tap on “Sources" at the bottom of the Cydia home screen

   ,, A dialogue box will display on-screen. ,, Your iOS device will take a few moments to download the resources needed to run Appcake. ,,,(If your device is iOS7) If your device is iOS4, tap "AppCake(for iOS4.2&lower).
   
   If your device is iOS6, tap "AppCake for iOS6". , Appcake will begin the installation process.
   
   If you are using iOS 7, you will also be required to install a patch called “AppSync Patch iOS
   7.x” in order for Appcake to run efficiently on your device.
   
   This patch can be installed directly from the Sources screen. , When installing Appcake, some users may see an application called “AppSync” being downloaded at the same time.
   
   This app is required for use with Appcake on iOS devices that had never used Installous prior to downloading Appcake. ,
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   Step 3: Tap on “Edit” located at the top right corner of your screen.

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   Step 4: Tap on “Add” displayed at the top left corner.

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   Step 5: Type “cydia.iphonecake.com” into the dialogue box and tap on “Add Source.”

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   Step 6: Tap on “Add anyway” when asked if you want to add this source.

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   Step 7: Tap on “Return to Cydia” to return to the Sources screen after all sources have finished updating for Appcake.

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   Step 8: Tap on “cydia.iphonecake.com.”

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   Step 9: Tap on “Appcake".

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    Step 10: Tap on “Install

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    Step 11: ” then on “Confirm” located at the top right corner of your session.

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    Step 12: Tap on “Restart Springboard” when the command displays on-screen to successfully complete the installation process for Appcake.

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    Step 13: Appcake will now display on your Home screen and be ready for use.

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