Can someone please tell me a way of how to hide apps on a non-rooted Evo 3d and other phones? I have only seen apps that require root for this feature to be effective.
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You mean just from the app drawer? Or punch in a secret code in the dialer or something?
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"Go launcher ex" allows you to hide apps from your app drawer, if that is what you are asking.
ADW does that too, open up the app drawer, hit menu and set up group.
App Locker II - Fake Crash is what I use. Instead of hiding the app it just mimics a stubborn app force closing all the time. Don't really have any apps that need securing more than that. That's the free version, the same developer makes more secure paid versions.
Audio manager. looks like an audio app but you can actually have the fake crash report show or also hid apps/pics/vids completely with root. That along with private sms box should secure your phone quite well from wandering eyes. Not that I know from experience or anything...
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tgkdubb said:
Audio manager. looks like an audio app but you can actually have the fake crash report show or also hid apps/pics/vids completely with root. That along with private sms box should secure your phone quite well from wandering eyes. Not that I know from experience or anything...
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I like that a lot better than the one I've been using. For a free app, it has a ton of features. Thanks!
A way to hide apps
I am looking for something to use on a non-rooted phone. Something that can hide the app from the main menu listing.
Thanks
Another vote for GO Launcher Ex. I've tried the major launcher apps, and GO seems to work the best for me on my EVO 3D.
kwrose14 said:
I am looking for something to use on a non-rooted phone. Something that can hide the app from the main menu listing.
Thanks
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You don't need root to run Go Launcher, it does replace sense though. Just search the market for "Go Launcher" then open app drawer, press menu, then hide app. Long time user of Launcher Plus and am happy I made the switch.
Is there any way I can do this using Sense, without changing to another launcher?
Maybe you can try downloading Z4root and temporarily root your phone to use the other apps. Not sure if on reboot the apps will stay hidden or not though, but it might be worth a try because I think every other solution out there is going to require root.
There's an app by the same developer as App Lock II called Invisible Protector that looks like it may be what you're looking for. Doesn't say it needs root in the description, and has a free 3 day trial.
With 'Go Launcher' how do you unhide the app?
vazquezcmp said:
With 'Go Launcher' how do you unhide the app?
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menu/preferences/general/hidden apps.
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Under 'General Settings' I see
- Visual Settings
- Screen Settings
- App Drawer Settings
- Effects Settings
- Gesture Settings
- Advanced Settings
but not hidden apps
My S6 Edge will be delivered in the next couple days and I'm gathering some info on how to get the most functionality out of the Edge. When looking at the Note Edge, the larger edge allowed a great deal of native functionality, like the swipe out app shortcuts, and swiping down for a widget bar with wifi/flashlight/etc toggles. I'm looking to have the same or greater functionality on the S6 Edge.
Here's a couple apps I've found that look to work well with the S6 Edge:
for app shortcuts, you add this as a feed: QuickLaunch: http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...4-22-quicklaunch-feed-galaxy-s6-edge-t3090255
for app/widget shortcuts, usable anywhere without the toggle bar: SwipePad: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=mobi.conduction.swipepad.android
Anything else recommended as a favorite addon app for functionality?
I also plan on rooting immediately. Is there any recommendation for a Custom ROM that may have additional options along these lines? Or just, in general, any recommended ROMs I should consider installing right away?
Thanks guys!
transcend11 said:
My S6 Edge will be delivered in the next couple days and I'm gathering some info on how to get the most functionality out of the Edge. When looking at the Note Edge, the larger edge allowed a great deal of native functionality, like the swipe out app shortcuts, and swiping down for a widget bar with wifi/flashlight/etc toggles. I'm looking to have the same or greater functionality on the S6 Edge.
Here's a couple apps I've found that look to work well with the S6 Edge:
for app shortcuts, you add this as a feed: QuickLaunch: http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...4-22-quicklaunch-feed-galaxy-s6-edge-t3090255
for app/widget shortcuts, usable anywhere without the toggle bar: SwipePad: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=mobi.conduction.swipepad.android
Anything else recommended as a favorite addon app for functionality?
I also plan on rooting immediately. Is there any recommendation for a Custom ROM that may have additional options along these lines? Or just, in general, any recommended ROMs I should consider installing right away?
Thanks guys!
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These threads are not custom ROM's; they are mods that do precisely what you are asking.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...4-cocktail-autoon-mod-galaxy-s6-edge-t3116699
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...nt/6-10-edge-lighting-alwaysedge-mod-t3132348
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...-7-peoplestripe-hangouts-support-mod-t3129895
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6-edge/development/7-21-anyedge-galaxy-s6-edge-t3161932
Is anywhere an app that doesn't require root and it is compatible with Android MM that "emulates" the sidebar that is active on the S6 and S7 Edge, you know the little white thingy that's on top and it opens up when you swipe to left and it shows you either people, and onanother swipe a list of commonly used/pre-configured apps? Or am I missing it amongst all the apps that are available on XDA and Play Store? .
I would like the app to approach to the original feature as close as possible, if that's even achievable.
Excuse me again if I am missing out an already existing app .
Best regards!
Well, custom roms have a thing called App Side Bar, which is basically the same thing as the fancy Edge, but it was there before this new Edgy trend.
But I don't think you can add contacts to it.
Eh, I don't want to root and flash custom roms, but sometimes maybe something comes along to satisfy our needs.
Thanks anyways ????
So I had to switch away from OP Phones and I loved the Oneplus Applocker. It worked perfectly (blocked notifications unless app was unlocked, you couldn't see the app in the recent app launcher or when you open the app for a split second)
I was wondering if there was an app on the play store that worked like this or a way to port the OP one to other devices?
I appreciate any help.
So I've been able to hide/secure/lock apps in some way on my past Samsung and OnePlus phones. When this is done the apps do not show up in the app drawer, show no details on notifications, and have to be unlocked to view. I've yet to find a way to do this via the Android 12 default launcher.
If there is a way great, could you walk me through the basics? If not I'll gladly take launcher recommendations to gain this functionality.
I use Nova launcher to hide apps from drawer and titanium backup to freeze unwanted apps
OnePlus has a built-in feature that allows you to lock any app with a passcode or fingerprint. I do wish Google had a similar function.
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OnePlus has a built-in feature that allows you to lock any app with a passcode or fingerprint. I do wish Google had a similar function.
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My last phone was a OnePlus and I was hoping my Pixel 6 had a similar functionality. Of course it doesn't, hence the question.