Once you boot into your verified custom ROM, follow these tips to make the SM-T280 feel brand new:

Due to the difficult-to-source drivers for the Spreadtrum chipset, nearly all Android 7.0+ ROMs for this tablet suffer from the same minor bugs: The stock camera app may not function properly

Over the next few days, John explored the features of his new custom ROM. He discovered the improved performance, the enhanced security patches, and the ability to customize his tablet to his heart's content. The Samsung Galaxy Tab A6, once a reliable but aging device, had been transformed into a snappy and modern tablet, capable of handling demanding tasks with ease.

| Problem | Solution | | :--- | :--- | | | Reinstall Samsung USB drivers. Use a USB 2.0 port. Turn off antivirus. | | Stuck at "Samsung Galaxy Tab A6" logo | You forgot to wipe "System" before flashing. Go back to TWRP > Wipe > Format Data (type "yes"). | | WiFi MAC address changes every reboot | Flashing a verified MAC fixer ZIP (available on our download page). This is a chipset quirk. | | Play Store crashes | You flashed the wrong GApps (64-bit instead of ARM 32-bit). Re-wipe and flash ARM > 7.1 > Pico. | | Tablet feels slow | Disable animations in Developer Options (set 0.5x) and install Greenify (aggressive doze). |

Do not force restart.