# Extract Data for Further Analysis

In this section we introduce a few tools that collects device information or backups that could be sent to experts for analysis.

## [androidqf](https://github.com/mvt-project/androidqf) - Android Quick Forensics

androidqf is an easy-to-use desktop application that collects system and app information and outputs them into a files that could be sent to experts for further analysis. Follow the official instructions to operate.

## Alternatives

Alternative ways to generate device backups. Backups generated using these tools contain less useful information, so should be used only in case when androidqf isn't usable.

* Using vendor backup apps such as Samsung's [Smart Switch](https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00048603/).
* Using generic backup programs such as [Open Android Backup](https://github.com/mrrfv/open-android-backup).