Fix the Cheap Yellow Display auto upload problem - ESP32: Wrong boot mode detected (0x13)!

Some variations of the CYD board have a design fault in the auto-upload circuit. Unlike other boards that use a similar RC circuit, which uses a 1-10uF capacitor and 10K resistor, the problematic CYD boards use a 0.1uF capacitor. Adding a 1-10uF capacitor to the RC circuit resolves the issue and allows it to function as intended.

I'm not entirely satisfied with the results, and I don't just mean the dodgy soldering job. 😄 I'll see if I can track down some 0603 10uF 6.3V capacitors to replace the 0.1uF cap, or maybe I'll experiment with 1uF ones. It's more likely that 1uF capacitors are available in the 0603 size.
Update: They sell caps up to 47uF in the 0603 size, so I ordered some 10uF 0603 caps.
Update 2: Some esp32 boards have 1uF caps RC timing circuit, so 1uF should also work I think.

Another option might be to create your own pads by carefully removing some solder mask from the RST trace and GND plane.

The board's official name is: esp32_2432s028

[bhambhole]

I saw some recent reviews of people describing such issues. I'm working with a TTGO t-display now but thinking of getting one of these CYD's. Thanks for the fix tip. 👍🏽