Does anybody know how to edit the Setting for my phone to have a black background and whit text, im getting tired of this ugly white background
Can you be more specific? I see in your thread title you say settings.apk. Are you saying you want a black background and white text just in the settings? What ROM, if any, are you using? If you are using a custom ROM like CM7, I believe its made that way by default. Its been a while since I have used it. I think even Eclipse is black but I'm not 100% sure. So I am guessing you must be on stock Gingerbread. Which means the only way to really do it is to install a custom ROM.
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Can you be more specific? I see in your thread title you say settings.apk. Are you saying you want a black background and white text just in the settings? What ROM, if any, are you using? If you are using a custom ROM like CM7, I believe its made that way by default. Its been a while since I have used it. I think even Eclipse is black but I'm not 100% sure. So I am guessing you must be on stock Gingerbread. Which means the only way to really do it is to install a custom ROM.
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yeah im just on the stock rom, and i want to change the settings in the actual settings app to have a black background and white text. Any ideas on how to do this?? any help is appreciated
Truth be told, trying to decompile and then edit an apk file is more painful than pulling teeth. Like js said above, you'll want to flash a custom ROM to gain real customization. There's plenty here that are awesome.
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Truth be told, trying to decompile and then edit an apk file is more painful than pulling teeth. Like js said above, you'll want to flash a custom ROM to gain real customization. There's plenty here that are awesome.
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alrighty, thanks for the help... but one more question, which .png file is the actual status bar in the framework-res.apk file?
Well you could either open every png file until you find the one you're looking for. But the only way to know for certain (our so I believe) would be to have access to the actual xml file within the apk that references that png resource.
The only downside is that if the apk was obfuscated when it was compiled (and most are) you probably won't have access to that xml.
This comes from my dabbling in android app development. However, some greater, smarter person than myself may have a different answer.
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Well you could either open every png file until you find the one you're looking for. But the only way to know for certain (our so I believe) would be to have access to the actual xml file within the apk that references that png resource.
The only downside is that if the apk was obfuscated when it was compiled (and most are) you probably won't have access to that xml.
This comes from my dabbling in android app development. However, some greater, smarter person than myself may have a different answer.
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alrighty, thanks for your help
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Hey i tried modifying the Touchwiz Mms last night and when i push it, the images in the conversation are not matching up with the text. The background for the text is all centered and a bit blurry.
Help guys?
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Master&Slave™ said:
Hey i tried modifying the Touchwiz Mms last night and when i push it, the images in the conversation are not matching up with the text. The background for the text is all centered and a bit blurry.
Help guys?
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http://developer.android.com/guide/developing/tools/draw9patch.html
I had the same issue, those are compiled 9patch images. You need to decompile, edit the patches (read up on it above), and recompile.
It's a pain at first, but once you've done it a few times it makes theming a lot easier
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http://developer.android.com/guide/developing/tools/draw9patch.html
I had the same issue, those are compiled 9patch images. You need to decompile, edit the patches (read up on it above), and recompile.
It's a pain at first, but once you've done it a few times it makes theming a lot easier
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Dude your the best!!!..thanks
U make things a lot easier for me
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DUDE THIS .9 STUFF IS WAY OVER MY HEAD...IM GETTING FORCE CLOSE ON THE MMS NOW
Same problem. I tried using the SDK to recompile the .9 patch on those images and I still had problems. And all I would do is take specific images, mirror them, then recompile the .9 and I couldn't figure out how to not get it to stretch out like you described in the center. It sucks
Sorry, I don't even know how to describe (in the title) wat I'm asking but:
I have custom LP 'Dock' and 'Icon' images on my SDcard (thnx 'bad4u6669') that I'd like to use to replace the stock LPplus images.
So if possible, how can I accomplish this? Can I just move them to 'LP' itself (thus replacing current options/files) or add them? And how do I locate/navigate to those files?
Would I use "Root Explorer" or "ADB"? (currently am try'n to learn "adb." I tried installing "setCPU" from "Android-sdk-windows/platform-tools" and "SDK" said it: "can't find 'setcpu.apk' to install" it.)
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Sorry, I don't even know how to describe (in the title) wat I'm asking but:
I have custom LP 'Dock' and 'Icon' images on my SDcard (thnx 'bad4u6669') that I'd like to use to replace the stock LPplus images.
So if possible, how can I accomplish this? Can I just move them to 'LP' itself (thus replacing current options/files) or add them? And how do I locate/navigate to those files?
Would I use "Root Explorer" or "ADB"? (currently am try'n to learn "adb." I tried installing "setCPU" from "Android-sdk-windows/platform-tools" and "SDK" said it: "can't find 'setcpu.apk' to install" it.)
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You can change that in the settings for LP. .apk is the file extension for programs for our phone, not LP.
No. I want to change/CUSTOMIZE options inside LP.
i.e.:replace stock dock n icon options w/ custom dock n icon options.
Like u'd see in a custom ROM, so that when I go into pref.s n appearance in LP to select a dock (say...froyo wide) instead of seeing the stock I'll see my custom dock.
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I'm soooo sick of pressing a million buttons just to test different icons n such.
Note: I'd rather add options than replace them. Also I realize the the solution's Polly too difficult for me to accomplish as hastily as I would please.
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Get a free app called Desktop Visualizer. That allows you to use your images for docks and icons.
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Get a free app called Desktop Visualizer. That allows house to use your images for docks and icons.
Great. Thanx. I'll try that.
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Just to clarify, I do know how to set custom icons n docks in LP. I want to add and/or change the default icons n dock options inside of LP itself.
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Do you mean change the icons and shortcuts they link to? If so that is the app for it.
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I don't know. Will it let me create a custom dock and set it as the default option for say..."froyo wide" as opposed to the stock "froyo wide"?
I want to alter (as the developers do) the .apk file itself-I'm pretty sure an app won't do that. Tho I don't know.I haven't checked it out yet.
Besides "bad4u6669" already emailed me the answer. Thnx tho. I'll look into soon
No that does the same thing as the 'custom' option in LauncherPro. Like I said, I already know how to set them. It's just a hassle to change bak n forth.
Anyway I guess I'm not explaining well enough but I got the answer n I feel like I'm go'n in circles. Thnx tho
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Hey guys
Trying to replace the stock blur lockscreen sliders, which apk / locations can I find the images to replace?
Searched around a bit to no avail, help would be awesome!
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jakew02 said:
Hey guys
Trying to replace the stock blur lockscreen sliders, which apk / locations can I find the images to replace?
Searched around a bit to no avail, help would be awesome!
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Look Here.
Hope this helps
Ah that is perfect, thanks!
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If I was to change the icon of an app manually, would the app icon change back upon update of said app or do only the files that are newer get changed in the app? Hence technically the app icon, once changed will remain that way permanently?
Also, is there an easier way than using an apk editing tool to edit the app icons?
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If I was to change the icon of an app manually, would the app icon change back upon update of said app or do only the files that are newer get changed in the app? Hence technically the app icon, once changed will remain that way permanently?
Also, is there an easier way than using an apk editing tool to edit the app icons?
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So basically you ressurected a dead thread because you don't pay attention to all these flashable mod zips or ask the devs behind the mods. Ppl edit the apks, repack the apks, and flash it to their device via cwm, and see the change that they made.
Download from source and edit prior to packing the apk?
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Can this be done for our phone? And if so, can one of you smart developers/themers create a flashable zip for this. This would look awesome.
http://www.stealthcopter.com/blog/2...-and-dimming-background-windows-from-dialogs/
I believe ADW launcher has a setting for that. And I think certain roms do as well.
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I believe ADW launcher has a setting for that. And I think certain roms do as well.
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I have the paid version of ADW and have never seen that option. Im pretty sure I have looked through all the ADW options. But Im kind of looking for a universal option which a launcher probably wont do. I Have tried most of the ROMS available. Right now I am using Eclipse. It doesnt do it.
Hmm. You've had this on other phones? If so which ones? I'd like to take a look at how they do it and maybe figure out a way to get our phone to do the same. I read the article briefly and it seems that in order for it to be universal it may require a lot of typing.
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From reading the article, unless I'm misunderstanding, it looks to me like it has to be coded into the app. I've got at least one app that does this now. Might be more but I've never paid attention until now. Quick Settings will do this if you have it set to dialog mode. It doesn't blur but it does dim the screen. But that function (blurring) too would appear to be something coded into the app.
Yes this particular article is regarding writing an actual app, its not a function on any launcher. I don't know of a launcher setting to do this universally, there are some options if you crack open a theme or rom and start playing with xml files but thats about it.
I have not had this on other phones. But I've seen it before. Check out this video and look at the 30 second mark:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GAx41jRjiY
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Yes this particular article is regarding writing an actual app, its not a function on any launcher. I don't know of a launcher setting to do this universally, there are some options if you crack open a theme or rom and start playing with xml files but thats about it.
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Thats what I thought it might be. the xml files. But Im not a developer. I wouldnt know where to look or what to change.
Ya doing that would be a big rewrite as far as xml's go...the effect is cool and i wish it was easy to implement universally but as far as i know its not easy...i looked into it a while back.
This seems like a cool effect but the amount of work for the payoff is just not worth it.. especially if its an app by app basis.. I looked at the link quick.. will executing this do this to all apps or is it app by app basis.. if it does the effect to all apps I would look into this further
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This seems like a cool effect but the amount of work for the payoff is just not worth it.. especially if its an app by app basis.. I looked at the link quick.. will executing this do this to all apps or is it app by app basis.. if it does the effect to all apps I would look into this further
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Just saying again, I'm no developer. But even if that link I posted is just refering to designing an app, I would think there's a place to put this in the system ui files. I know that when I power down my phone, it blurs the background when it's saying "powering down the device" or something like that. But that's the only time it does it. Also, I would think anywhere it has the dimming code, which happens when a dialog box comes up like when you long press the home screen to add a widget. Can't you add or modify the code that does that?
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Well the trick would be to find a Rom that does that effect then copy the code from there...If anyone finds a rom with that effect, let me know i can try to find the code, i would love this effect but i just don't have time right now to do the research...maybe this weekend.
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Well the trick would be to find a Rom that does that effect then copy the code from there...If anyone finds a rom with that effect, let me know i can try to find the code, i would love this effect but i just don't have time right now to do the research...maybe this weekend.
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How about this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=980614
In the third post, there is a mod for advanced power menu. Im not sure if the blurred background is part of this mod or the Desire HD ROM.
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How about this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=980614
In the third post, there is a mod for advanced power menu. Im not sure if the blurred background is part of this mod or the Desire HD ROM.
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let me check it out this weekend...
Well that Link above the rom package contains just the android.policy.jar file in it so maybe thats where the setting is. I decompiled and looked through it but i couldn't find anything pointing towards blurring the background, maybe someone else that has a little more experience than me wanna give it a crack. Sorry i couldn't help, i will keep my eyes open for this effect and post if i find anything.
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Well that Link above the rom package contains just the android.policy.jar file in it so maybe thats where the setting is. I decompiled and looked through it but i couldn't find anything pointing towards blurring the background, maybe someone else that has a little more experience than me wanna give it a crack. Sorry i couldn't help, i will keep my eyes open for this effect and post if i find anything.
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No problem. Glad to see someone else take an interest in this.
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In liberty I could change the text in the pulldown menu from Verizon wireless to whatever I want. I read you could add:
ro.pulldown.text=
To build.prop, but I tried this and it didn't change. Did I forget something?
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I believe there is a thread on this allready, but I'd like some clarification myself...
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If I am not mistaken can't you change this in build.prop if you are using mashup?
I checked and you can I think its ro.pulldown.text
Here is the link to the mashup http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=19698611
The link has all the instructions to flash the zip then you can use a text editor or ROM toolbox etc to edit the build.prop
Sorry for the edits but it appears that I have fat thumbs today and can't type
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That's probably it, I haven't flashed mashup yet. I'll do it and post back.
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In liberty I could change the text in the pulldown menu from Verizon wireless to whatever I want. I read you could add:
ro.pulldown.text=
To build.prop, but I tried this and it didn't change. Did I forget something?
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I changed my pulldown text useing jrummy's root tools you can find on the market
Flashing mashup didn't make a difference although now by default the right line is in the build.prop. is this something that is ROM specific to use this value? anybody on cm7 have this done? I'll try the root tools, thanks!
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I think the "ro.pulldown.text=" line is for Liberty only. It's part of the rom. I used to think it worked otherwise, but I've only seen it work on Liberty.
Root Tools is a good option. It's super simple, but if you aren't sure about a function in the app, don't use it. We aren't fully supported, and it can cause bootloops.
The edits are made to /framework I'll try to sniff it out.
Hmm don't want to make a new thread about it so ill just ask here. Is there a way to change the lockscreen text on CM7? The "Verizon Wireless" on the top right in particular.
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dust. said:
Hmm don't want to make a new thread about it so ill just ask here. Is there a way to change the lockscreen text on CM7? The "Verizon Wireless" on the top right in particular.
CM7 <3
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Same thing, once the pulldown text is Edited, this will change as well.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=9382871&postcount=5
Going to test to see if this will work.
Edit: This does change the file necessary. Use a hex editor like frhed for windows or Hex Editor for linux. Make sure to have 16 characters including the new banner and spaces following.
Well done sir! This worked a treat, thanks so much!