How do YOU organize your apps? - Hero, G2 Touch Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Just out of curiosity, what are your ideas for productive apps organization? Do you keep the most frequently used straight on your home screen, or in categorized folders? Maybe you're using a third-party app to manage them efficiently?
I've been playing around with the look of my Hero's screens, and I've came up with these layouts:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
On the home screen I keep my most frequently used apps, and on the second one, settings toggle widgets, the second most frequently used apps and favorite apps organized into four folders. Besides those two screens I have three others occupied by HTC widgets.

I used to organise things on my screens, and in folders, but then I found out that none of the backup tools are able to back up the layout.
So now I've switched to using Apps Organiser to arrange everything, and I like it better.

Dropbox? How? What? Where?

cdmackay said:
So now I've switched to using Apps Organiser to arrange everything, and I like it better.
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Apps Organiser has an annoying lag while opening labels - loading the icons takes about 1-2 seconds.
Phil_UK said:
Dropbox? How? What? Where?
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Take a deep breath :] It's just a shortcut to their mobile webside (http://www.getdropbox.com/iphone/).

Arghhhh....fooled me

dkodr said:
Apps Organiser has an annoying lag while opening labels - loading the icons takes about 1-2 seconds.
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I found the lag annoying too. So now once i start my phone i quickly open each label, then leave Apps Organiser running in the background. Then when i open a label its immediate and has no lag.

what is the name of that beautiful clock widget you are using?

cokbok said:
what is the name of that beautiful clock widget you are using?
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Digital Clock Widget by Maize - http://www.cyrket.com/package/com.maize.digitalClock

dkodr said:
Digital Clock Widget by Maize - http://www.cyrket.com/package/com.maize.digitalClock
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thanks a lot!

I've got two questions regarding this subject:
Is there a way to sort folder's content alphabetically?
Is there a way to (re)organize the drawer?

How you take screen capture of your Hero?

Using the SDK. The Screenshot app did not work on my Hero.

How do you get the dropbox icon to appear? I've created a browser shortcut (to the same iPhone URL) but even if I insert this as a quicklaunch icon it looks like a standard icon.
Cheers

Spacechimp said:
How do you get the dropbox icon to appear? I've created a browser shortcut (to the same iPhone URL) but even if I insert this as a quicklaunch icon it looks like a standard icon.
Cheers
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I've used BetterCut.

Nice one - cheers dkodr

dkodr said:
I've got two questions regarding this subject:
Is there a way to sort folder's content alphabetically?
Is there a way to (re)organize the drawer?
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Wondering the same things, rly i hate that my folders arnt organzied

dkodr said:
I've used BetterCut.
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Nice app but it says that it doesn't work with hero :s
does it now work or not on hero??

commodoor said:
Nice app but it says that it doesn't work with hero :s
does it now work or not on hero??
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Works only on MoDaCo's custom ROMs (so I've heard!). I'm on MCR 2.3 and it's working just fine (as it did on 2.2).

Ok, so I'm running a standard UK Vodafone Hero with the 2.73 fw upgrade - but I'm not going to be able to run BetterCut? PITA.
Don't fancy my chances of playing around with the modaco stuff. Ho hum ...

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kinLauncher - A Kin-like theme for Windows Mobile [UPDATE! Now with Kin Loop]

{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Updated, now with Kin Loop! See below
KinLauncher is exactly what it sounds like: A kin-style theme for Windows Mobile. The screen is very simple (and fast), featuring the following customizable buttons:
Messages
Phone
Email
Browser
Music
Camera
Settings
Alarm Clock
Recent
The Spot
The settings for these links can be changed in \Windows\kin_config.txt
Instructions are simple: Download the cab (below), run on your phone, go to Start Menu -> kinlauncher, and your set!
The default settings are configured for the HD2, if someone can make a configuration for other devices, that would be great!
The Loop version
Now you can have all your friends status messages on your homescreen! Install the KinLoopSetup.CAB file, login to Facebook, and then swipe Right. It's beta, so give me feedback!
Also, clicking the Spot now takes you to a custom Facebook update screen. Try it out!
VIDEO: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEGmJ3mRKSY
Download: http://windowsphonehacker.com/kinlauncher.php
KinLoop: http://windowsphonehacker.com/kinlauncher.php#loop
Please let me know what you think!
(Reserved)
Looks interesting. Thanks for sharing.
nice... not the best of UIs out there but .. love the effort
will it some press on 1800PocketPC
the0ne said:
nice... not the best of UIs out there but .. love the effort
will it some press on 1800PocketPC
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Unlike my WP7 theme, it was meant sortof as a filler for older devices (gotta find some use for my 8525..). Also, if anyone with a Kin could get me some high-quality screenshots, that would greatly help the quality.
Thanks.
Are the tiles dynamic, as in will messages & email show the number of unread messages?
davsug said:
Are the tiles dynamic, as in will messages & email show the number of unread messages?
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No, but that will probably be added in future versions.
thanks.. work fine in my t mobile wing..
sorry for my english.. XD
look oke on my tytn 2.
Will this be okay on a QVGA 2.5" device like the Samsung Intrepid?
LordLugard said:
Will this be okay on a QVGA 2.5" device like the Samsung Intrepid?
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Yes, it is res-independent.
You made the front page of Engadget.com!
http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/18/kin-skin-for-windows-mobile-6-5-leads-to-more-questions-than-ans/
kev_gordon said:
You made the front page of Engadget.com!
http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/18/kin-skin-for-windows-mobile-6-5-leads-to-more-questions-than-ans/
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Again? xD Sweet, I appreciate whoever submitted this.
kev_gordon said:
You made the front page of Engadget.com!
http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/18/kin-skin-for-windows-mobile-6-5-leads-to-more-questions-than-ans/
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A few comments though:
This wasn't intended as a full-blown UI. But apparently there's a market for such, so I'll work on some improvements, such as message notifications, the Loop, Facebook links, etc.
this is going to be awesome on the HD2 especially when the loop and facebook are put into it
tmouse HD2
is this a seperat thing in the today screem like bing and manilla or windows default?!?
tobiascrystal said:
is this a seperat thing in the today screem like bing and manilla or windows default?!?
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It's an app, you run it and the screen appears. Closing the app puts you back to Sense or Manilla or Windows Default or w/e.
Added "The Loop", works fine for me but want some feedback. Install the KinLoopSetup.cab file, log into Facebook, close the window, and click OK. After a few seconds your friend's status' should appear if you swipe right.
thank you~~~this is very good~~~
Nice Work!
Nice work man look forward to this progressing into a more comprehensive skin!

[Q] [SOLVED] Gaps in App Drawer

My girlfriend has the X10 mini and when she removes an app from the phone, the icon is removed from the app drawer as expected but it leaves a space where the icon used to be which is never reused whn a new app is installed
she has several of these gaps now, has anybody else had this problem or know how to fix it or refresh the list maybe?
example screenshots
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
->
->
You should get a launcher like ADW. It has a much better drawer. There's no comparison between it and Sony's one.
The x10 mini's launcher tray is different from the trays of other launchers that just list the apps in alphabetical order - you can reorder them yourself - press the menu button, then select "Arrange icons" and you can drag the icons into a new order (so you can drag other apps to fill your spaces, or organise the apps by type, etc)
Eseb0 said:
You should get a launcher like ADW. It has a much better drawer. There's no comparison between it and Sony's one.
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its my girlfriends phone and she like it, I use launcher pro and tried getting her to let me install that but she's having none of it, cheers for the suggestion tho..
benjymous said:
The x10 mini's launcher tray is different from the trays of other launchers that just list the apps in alphabetical order - you can reorder them yourself - press the menu button, then select "Arrange icons" and you can drag the icons into a new order (so you can drag other apps to fill your spaces, or organise the apps by type, etc)
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I thought I had tried this already and it didnt work, but have just held an icon down and its letting me move them... hmmm oh well, cheers fella thats sorted it.
the missus says thankyou
gavtaylor said:
its my girlfriends phone and she like it, I use launcher pro and tried getting her to let me install that but she's having none of it, cheers for the suggestion tho..
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I think LauncherPro only works on Android version 2 and up.
Yeh i found the gaps that were left behind a bit annoying... but i also found scrolling through each page at a time and remembering where each app was annoying as well as i started to rack up quite a few pages and the app drawer always loads at the page u were last on.
But now i use helix launcher which puts it all in alphabetical order which i did found annoying at first as i wasnt used to it but getting familiar with what apps u have and what they're called as well as being able to see more apps on the screen and scrolling down to the bottom with 1 swipe makes it a winner!
If your gf doesnt regularly download lots of apps and uninstall them i'd suggest to just rearrange/shift the apps into the gaps for her or get her to herself.

[Q] Change app icon/name in bottom dock

I was wondering if it's possible to change an app's name and icon in the bottom dock? I can't seem to find any apps for it, the only ones (anycut, bettercut, desktop visualizer etc) I can find are only able to create shortcuts on the homescreen, but I can't put those in the dock.
I know there's LauncherPro/AWD, but I would like to keep using Touchwiz 4.
tl;dr:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
I want to change the name and icon of Go SMS Pro to 'Messages' and its icon without using another launcher.
Tremium said:
I want to change the name and icon of Go SMS Pro to 'Messages' and its icon without using another launcher.
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You may consider trying out Bettercut or SuperShortcuts.
I have not tested those, but according to their features it looks to achieve what you are looking for.
αкαѕнα said:
You may consider trying out Bettercut or SuperShortcuts.
I have not tested those, but according to their features it looks to achieve what you are looking for.
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Those apps create shortcuts on the homescreen, which you can't drag into the dock.
Same here up !!!
download LAUNCHER PRO it might hepl
slimx91 said:
download LAUNCHER PRO it might hepl
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You might want to read the op.
Tremium said:
I want to change the name and icon of Go SMS Pro to 'Messages' and its icon without using another launcher.
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+1
I don't want to use a launcher, but I would like to be able to to customise the icons and text. Something like what Desktop Visualiser does for home screen icons.
It should be possible since other launchers can do it, right? Or is TW a little bit too complicated?
I'm using Go Launcher Ex atm, it's pretty good but TouchWiz 4 feels faster and smoother.
Custom launcher icons (u don't have to change ur home or launcher)
sevoflurane said:
Custom launcher icons (u don't have to change ur home or launcher)
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Really?
My reading of the app description implies that one needs a launcher to make use of the dock customisation.
Correct me if I am wrong. If this is not the case then this may well be the answer. I am happy to pay for the app if it does the job; however I am reluctant to dive on in without confirmation that this is indeed the solution to the problem.
Can anyone confirm that Custom Launcher Icons can be used to edit the icon and text of a TW dock icon without the need for a launcher or root access?
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I used to have it on my androided HD2, it was with ADW launcher...
I tried it on the TW, i guess it needs a launcher after all
Sorry for the wrong info guys!
Bummer. Thought we might have been on to something there. Never mind.
The search goes on.
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Has anyone made any progress on this?
I am yet to find a solution that doesn't involve installing an alternative launcher.
[email protected]~~~~~~~~~~
Franwella
http://www.franwella.com
Sent from my Honeycomb tablet
Me too. I'd like to change the contacts launcher to the browser launcher.

[Q] got WidgetLocker..Now how to change..

Hello,
I have got WidgetLocker today..Now how to change the icon's (Lock icon Look and other's) and if we add a Widget to it how to remove it?
Thanks in advance and if I posted in wrong place sorry
right now it looks like this.I don't like this look how to change it?you can see pic Below
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
You have to actually launch WidgetLocker from the shortcut added in you App Drawer.
From there, you can edit the lockscreen to your convenience.
Long-click on a slider will allow you to (re)move it.
Right-click on an empty region of the screen will allow you to add widgets, shortcuts, sliders...
vrekeno said:
You have to actually launch WidgetLocker from the shortcut added in you App Drawer.
From there, you can edit the lockscreen to your convenience.
Long-click on a slider will allow you to (re)move it.
Right-click on an empty region of the screen will allow you to add widgets, shortcuts, sliders...
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ok thanks.How to make Notifications appear on Widgetlocker? I mean if I got a Missed call or Message how to make it appear on Widgetlocker.
Raviteja_HYD said:
ok thanks.Now how do I add different wallpapers to it?
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open the widget locked app and then just think of it as a home screen
add/remove widgets wallpaper in the same way
winwiz said:
open the widget locked app and then just think of it as a home screen
add/remove widgets wallpaper in the same way
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ok thanks. but I have changed the question because I found it later and I was editing it while you answered....now my last question when I click clear memory Widget app closes.How to stop it?I don't want it to close when I click clear memory
Raviteja_HYD said:
ok thanks.How to make Notifications appear on Widgetlocker? I mean if I got a Missed call or Message how to make it appear on Widgetlocker.
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You need to install a widget that provides such notifications.
I highly suggest SMS Unread Count, provides notifications for Calls, SMS and GMail, plus you can customize the icon.
vrekeno said:
You need to install a widget that provides such notifications.
I highly suggest SMS Unread Count, provides notifications for Calls, SMS and GMail, plus you can customize the icon.
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it works for SMS thanks but not for missed calls

[APP] MPlayer - Best Music Player

{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Application has been developed by our member of WindowsMania.pl. The free version has the same features as the paid version. Without any ads. Load album covers in settings!
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Features:
- Change the songs drag on the cover
- Change tracks shaking the phone
- Live tile
- Pinning albums, artists or playlists on the main screen
- Create a playlist
- Go to the now playing list tracks by tapping on the title song
- Create your own theme
- A wide range of settings, adjust the player to suit your needs
- Fast-moving progress bar
- Search option (songs, albums, playlists, artists)
Will try this for my podcasts
FCs upon launching on my lumia 920 with 8.1.1
hawkeye29 said:
FCs upon launching on my lumia 920 with 8.1.1
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maybe this is problem with your system. On emulator 8.1.1 work great
prusiu said:
maybe this is problem with your system. On emulator 8.1.1 work great
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There can't be a problem with their system. Just your app. I know from experience
mcosmin222 said:
There can't be a problem with their system. Just your app. I know from experience
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on other phones work well... interesting what the problem is
I was going to try it out but the fact that the icon is stolen from Samsung's music app milk has changed my mind. Please come up with an original icon
bl4zinf3rno said:
I was going to try it out but the fact that the icon is stolen from Samsung's music app milk has changed my mind. Please come up with an original icon
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so the complete app is now garbage because of a simple icon?
please at least give a few actual arguments and tell them how you'd like the icon to look like..
or make your own.
matgras said:
so the complete app is now garbage because of a simple icon?
please at least give a few actual arguments and tell them how you'd like the icon to look like..
or make your own.
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I'm sorry but where did I state that it was garbage? Seems like you're the one needing to give factual arguments, not me.
As for the icon, I think if a developer wants users to use their app instead of countless other apps that do similar things, they should be original and differentiate not sraight up copy something from other apps. In the case of this app, seems like they worked hard on it and I congratulate them, hopefully they will come up with a nice original icon that better fits their app.
I change this icon in the future. I'm not a graphic designer and so far i'm working on more important things...
I do not steal, I found this icon on google
New update is out. See changelog in app
Update v1.4.1.0:
- Playing music from folders (only sd card)
- Order settings
- Fixes minor bugs
Will be tomorrow
New version is out! Big update See in store

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