I have spent 1 and a half days creating, coding and running batch files in command prompt to ensure this will work for anyone AND ENSURE IT IS NOOBPROOF FOR EVERYONE.
UPDATE: V2 below, see below for details on changes.
The Lockring kit below is Unique to me and there isnt anything like it out there.
Here is my detailed guide to Modding your own lockscreen. LockRing kit i created is attached below and is COMPATIBLE WITH ANY SENSE 3 ROM OR Sense 3 THEME . Also Works for any Sense 3 Device, Sensation & Evo3D
{
"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"
}
THERE IS VERY LITTLE WORK and NO CODING INVOLVED FOR YOU. ALL YOU DO IS
You put your ROM zip in the place ROM Folder - No need to rename
Place your lockring in lockring folder - No need to rename, just make sure its a PNG file not JPG
then collect the finished file in collect recovery zip folder.
See the video guide in post 2 for how to extract lockring and how to use a new lockring
Batch files in the kit will do all the work for you.
Requirements
-Java (Java Runtime Environment) - You need this otherwise your lockring APK will not be signed and prevent installation in recovery.
-271 x 270 Lockring in PNG File Format - Easiest way to get a lockring is to google a PNG image of what you want as. e.g search for Assassins Creed PNG. Quite alot of PNGs come with a transparent background which is what u need.
1st TIME SET UP
Create a New Folder in C:\ called "Lock_Ring_Kit"
Open the lock ring kit zip file and copy all the files and folders into the folder you just created.
Guide to extract a lockring
To extract a theme and/or lockring from another ROM
IF you have seen A lockring on EVO 3d FORUM
IF you have a really cool ROM or theme and you want to take the lockscreen ring out of it.
STEP 1. Place Your ROM or THEME you want to take lockscreen from Place_ROM_ZIP_HERE
STEP 2. Click 1. Extract APKs_FROM_ROM.bat. This will automatically run 2._decode_from_APK
Step 3. Click 3. Extract lockrings (OPTIONAL).bat.
This will put lockrings from the Rom or theme into the extract_lockscreen folder. you can now use this lockring.
And the rest of the files will be placed in Mod_files_here Folder (more about this below)
Guide to mod your own LockRing
STEP 1. Delete any existing files in Place_ROM_ZIP_HERE and Place Your ROM or THEME in the folder. This will be used as a base.
STEP 2. Click 1. Extract APKs_FROM_ROM.bat. .
Once the APKs have been extracted This will automatically run 2._decode_from_APK
*If you have the apks you want to use as a base then just place them in the Place_APKs_FILE_here Folder and click Decode from APK *
STEP 3. Get your Lockring you want and put it in the Place_Lockring_here folder. Make sure your lockscreen image is flipped vertically(mirror upside down image). e.g
Sense uses upside down lockrings to display them right side up. use the 3.0.1 Flip Lockring with FSResizer.exe to flip it upside down if it isnt already.
STEP 4. Click 3.1 Replace Lockrings.bat. This is to replace the existing lockrings with your lockring
Step 5. Click 4. Encode and create recovery zip.bat.
This will Re-encode your lock ring into the APKs, sign them then produce a signed zip file you can flash in recovery
Step 6. Flash your File in clockwork and enjoy.
Additional Features
Mod_Files_Here Folder you can go into this folder and into the default folder or other skins In this folder you can replace the navigation bar in Sense homescreen, also background for widgets and clock numbers etc. care should be taken u replace pngs with the another of the same dimensions.
Backup and Restore allows u to back up 4 different lock rings + Fusion files and restore them anytime so u can work on different ones at different times,
FS resize will allow u to resize your lock ring to 271x270 and also flip it upside down if it isnt upside down. Make sure you flip not rotate!
Download Lock_Ring_Kit v2 or click the attachment below
Replace Lockrings.bat Bug Fixed
BUG FIXED in v2 -->WHEN DRAGGING AN APP TO THE LOCK RING IT WOULD SHOW THE PREVIOUS RING!
Added option to rename lockring zip to whatever you want before it is put in collect here folder
If you get system could not find file error on some occasions, its normal, as i have either asked for it to delete something but the files already deleted
just make sure u follow the process.
excellent work my friend! gonna try it now
Solidus_n313 said:
excellent work my friend! gonna try it now
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Its not uploaded yet lol. I'm in bed now. Not slept all night over it. I'll upload later on. Give it about 6 hours. Plus I need to make a noob video and sort out instructions before I upload.
But th. What I recommend solidus. download a graphic app. mod a lock ring
271 x 270
Then I'll
have this uploaded later. Just load your ROM. Put the lockscreen in the folder
Run 3 and 4 and flash
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xl VipeR lx said:
Its not uploaded yet lol. I'm in bed now. Not slept all night over it. I'll upload later on. Give it about 6 hours. Plus I need to make a noob video and sort out instructions before I upload.
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hahaha i noticed that when it just sent me to multiupload
thats good then ill get a lil content prep time
Solidus_n313 said:
hahaha i noticed that when it just sent me to multiupload
thats good then ill get a lil content prep time
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No worries. Speak to you later. But i'm actually quite pleased with it. It will benefit alot of people with nothing required to download or anything besides the small zip file. Everything is some through command prompt
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yeha thats what i was thinking, but i can only imagine the onslaught of noob questions about this app, even with a video i suppose its better than doing individual requests tho
enjoy the rest, looks like youve earned it yet again
Nice app + guide. I'll give it a go later today
hav0c said:
Nice app + guide. I'll give it a go later today
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Just got up, ill be uploading in 2 hours time. i will be adding more features such as unzipping other apks and rezipping them. so you can change your own icons, status bars and all sorts without going technical
Will this work on a Mac?
Hey viper, does your tool have support for odexed roms as well, or just de-odexed?
Behold_this said:
Hey viper, does your tool have support for odexed roms as well, or just de-odexed?
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just de-odexed. as its easier to handle de-odexed files,, everything is all in one apk not in multipe apks.
lozonw said:
Will this work on a Mac?
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No it is made for windows as i used windows and spent 11 hours wrestling with the code
Patiently waiting.....
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twistedvision76 said:
Patiently waiting.....
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lol you can be the first one to test, sending you link now!
Hi guys sorry its late, having a problem where everything would work but when flashing in recovery nothing would happen
realised it was because it was zipping the apk up as
Fusion.apk not
fusion.apk
capital letter makes a difference!
will be ready soon
Anyone willing to test this out for me now?
twisted vision is offline!
does this work to mod the other aspects of a theme (ie, rosie, clock, widgets, etc)? or does it just do the lockscreen? The reason i ask is im looking to port a theme from the evo3d, and i was wondering if this could help.
will it work with the 2.3.4 framework ?
abuserkadayf said:
will it work with the 2.3.4 framework ?
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It will work with 2.3.4 or 2.3.3, it will work with evo 3d even.
Related
Hi Guys,
Finally I am ready with first part of My first Theme, based on Crysis revolution.
But I have made additional changes also to make it more colourful.
I am calling it as Ultimate-Bule-tripin
This theme will only work on I9003 -XXKB3. Tested on deodexed rom, but should work with non-deodexed rom also(Not tested by me, confirmed by one user here)
Use it at your own risk, I am not responsible if you brick your phone.
This release is Part-I: The first part consists of changes to the Framework files only. I have also themed applications, which I will release as I fine tune them and consider worthy for release. So Dont get confused, if after flashing you do not have all that you see in screen shot.
Features of the part-I
1% Battery indicator
Fly In and Flip Mix (ApeX) Animations -To activate animations goto Menu>Settings>display>All animations
Blue Unlock screen
Transparent pull down bar
Colourful themed Menu
Transparent glowing background
Themed Status bar Music widget and Quick Widgets for GPS, Bluetooth, wifi etc.
Much more.....
Flash it to feel it.
You can use root explorer or adb to replace the two framework files in /system/framework/
If you want to use fonts, the fonts folder should be replaced in /system/fonts
The screen shots also contains tiny battery MOD which is a separate MOD with only difference in Battery indicator s not enclosed.
DOWNLOAD
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SCREEN SHOTS
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"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"
}
More here Screen shots
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Update 07.06.11
New fonts attached for download. It looks darker than the previously provided one.
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Update 09.06.11
Version Two of the Ultimate-Blue-tripin_part-I-V2.
Changelog:
-Minor modifications of PNGs
-The drop down Menu font colour Changed to White
-Changed transparent background to Opaque to suit the theme, if you want transparent one use the twframework.apk from the first attachment.
DOWNLOAD
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Update 16.06.11
Ultimate-Blue-tripin-Vanilla unlock screen MOD
Requirements:
-XXKB3 FW
-Deodexed framework is mandatory
This version is with Vanilla unlock screen - Many users wanted to have Vanilla unlock screen. This is in update zip format to be used with the Modded stock (3e) recovery by skin, so that you can flash it easily. Download it and place it on root of your SDCARD (do not put it inside any folder). rename it as update.zip. Now switch off your phone and simultaneously press Vol. up+Home and power on button, till you see the first screen and leave the keys, wait till recovery screen appears. Now select the update zip option and wait the phone to reboot. You are done.
If you do not have this recovery you can also use root explorer or equivalent to replace those files.
Please do this at your own risk
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Some screen Shots:
If you like my work, dont forget to click Thanks button.
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Good work dude!!!!
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Awesome work!!! Xcuseme if haven't help you but i'm really busy with CWM and custom Kernel!!!!
Skin1980 said:
Awesome work!!! Xcuseme if haven't help you but i'm really busy with CWM and custom Kernel!!!!
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Never mind. You work on custom recovery for us, its very important.
Yeah good luck both of you for the future achievments
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Nice work dude.
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nice work dude and can you please provide me some red coloured signal icons
Looks cool!! Great work trip007in
Good work, it look great Thanks!
trip007in said:
Hi Guys,
Tested on deodexed rom, but should work with non-deodexed rom also(Not tested)
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How to deodex? I have XXKB3.
trip007in said:
The first part consists of changes to the Framework files only. I have also themed applications, which I will release as I fine tune them and consider worthy for release. So Dont get confused, if after flashing you do not have all that you see in screen shot.
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I am a noob here, can you please explain what is framework file? I have downloaded some other themes also and seen some files named framework, settings, twlauncher etc. So what are these actually?
trip007in said:
Flash it to feel it.
You can use root explorer or adb to replace the two framework files in /system/framework/
If you want to use fonts, the fonts folder should be replaced in /system/fonts
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Do I have to flash with ODIN (if yes, then how?) or can I just replace the files using Startup Manager? Will I lose all my apps and settings?
Framework files are placed in /system/framework.
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Tried copying to system/framework on non deodexed ROM. Soft brick. :|
Working on non-deodexed
nice work dude
You need not have deodexed rom. You can use root explorer to replace the two framework files in /system/framework/. Reboot the phone. But I'm not responsible if you brick your phone.
jesrani said:
How to deodex? I have XXKB3.
I am a noob here, can you please explain what is framework file? I have downloaded some other themes also and seen some files named framework, settings, twlauncher etc. So what are these actually?
Do I have to flash with ODIN (if yes, then how?) or can I just replace the files using Startup Manager? Will I lose all my apps and settings?
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trip007in said:
You need not have deodexed rom. You can use root explorer to replace the two framework files in /system/framework/. Reboot the phone. But I'm not responsible if you brick your phone.
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Thats what I did.
Root Explorer - click on Mount - Copy - Paste - Overwrite - Yes
Then there was an error message that there was no space on memory.
Delete useless applications from phone memory if you do not have enough internal memory but its rare, bcoz the files need hardly 10mb space.
teStud0 said:
Thats what I did.
Root Explorer - click on Mount - Copy - Paste - Overwrite - Yes
Then there was an error message that there was no space on memory.
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Its work on non deodexed
Thanks...
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Worked.
Tried to delete the files first before pasting rather than overwriting them.
trip007in said:
You need not have deodexed rom. You can use root explorer to replace the two framework files in /system/framework/. Reboot the phone. But I'm not responsible if you brick your phone.
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In my /system/framework, there is no "framework-res.apk" file. There is "framework-tests.jar", "framework-tests.odex", "framework.jar" and "framework.odex". I have "twframework-res.apk" and "twframework.jar".
What should I do. Do I backup these files first? If something happens, any way of copying these back to the memory from PC?
This is like a live organism without vital organ. phone can not run without this file. You have to have this file. Paste it any ways, but check properly you area in system/framework folder. Us, its a good idea to back up before that. But what will you back up if u do not have that file?
jesrani said:
In my /system/framework, there is no "framework-res.apk" file. There is "framework-tests.jar", "framework-tests.odex", "framework.jar" and "framework.odex". I have "twframework-res.apk" and "twframework.jar".
What should I do. Do I backup these files first? If something happens, any way of copying these back to the memory from PC?
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(Most of this tutorial was taken from mendozinas on XDA)
Kitchen originally was built for HTC Desire, but now it supports most devices with Android OS.
Kitchen takes files from your rom and adds modifications you choose.
I have no association with this site, just a fan of it =)
With UOT you can customize the notification bar, notification bar icons, boot animation, window animations, and much more!
THIS WORKS WITH ANY 2.2 and 2.3 ROM!
Just an example of what I did to the notification bar icons on Wolfbreak's ROM using this website.
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"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"
}
Make a backup before you do this. I am not responsible for what happens to your device. (Tough to mess up =) )
How to use kitchen
1. Go to Kitchen page http://uot.dakra.lt/kitchen/
2. Browse through available mods and choose what you need (press generate preview)
3. Go to File upload section and upload your files or choose rom from kitchen's list (most roms in the list is for HTC Desire) Make sure you do this or you cannot finish your process. I have only seen Trips old 1.5 MIUI ROM and Wolfs 007.1 on the list. Send a request in to UOT Kitchen to add any ROM to the kitchen list.
OR
3. I suggest navigating to your rom, clicking system, then framework, then framework-res(for froyo ROMS only)
For gingerbread ROMS just upload the SystemUI file as well along with the step above.
4. In the same tab you will see "Select flashable zip scripting" Make sure you fill the bubble for "Amend scripting."
Cyanogenmod7 rom: Cyanbread.apk or Androidian.apk or any theme for ThemeChooser (rename as you like it to appear in theme menu)
NOTE 1: if you uploading theme apk - do not upload any other files (you're just wasting trafic, because kitchen will ignore additional files)
NOTE 2: Font packs and Bootanimation do not requires uploading files.
4. Go to Summary section. All choosen mod must be in green background. If there is mod in red background - it means you did not finished it.
press Submit work to kitchen
5. Remember UOT file name. You can wait for a kitchen to cook your request, but after 5min waiting will be stopped (nothing to worry about).
6. Go to Pickup page http://uot.dakra.lt/pickup/ and wait for your file to appear (it can take up to 30min or more)
7. Download UOT zip into SD card of your phone
8. Reboot into xrecovery and flash the UOT zip.
9. Reboot and enjoy =)
IF YOU HAVE ANY TROUBLE, JUST MESSAGE ME AND I WILL BE GLAD TO HELP
Shame you can't use it f eclair roms.
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Just another example using achotjan's latest ROM
I always wanted to try this but it's always busy.
just a noob quick question....
how do people write theme??
like the big one... this is only changing icon and stuff...
just wondering ...
anyone know? thanks
is there anyone who has the stock froyo 2.2.1 framework-res.apk? (not modded in any way)
thanx!
OmegaRED^ said:
I always wanted to try this but it's always busy.
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went to try this first time the other day and it was busy an all.. but seems fine after midnight.. if ur still awake that is lol
Mobzter said:
is there anyone who has the stock froyo 2.2.1 framework-res.apk? (not modded in any way)
thanx!
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Not sure what your talking about for the stock 2.2.1 froyo, but if you download it and go to the system--> framework -->then res.apk you can find it
thanx.. although I already know how to find out problem is my framework already has battery percentage so it just keeps coming up with error when going through the kitchen hence I was hoping someone had the unmodified framework-res.apk?
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niceeeee
Bllljjjjjak.
thanks bro.... for your kitchen borrowed to me
after i made that rom nothing change for me except boot animation of my phone
I'm on Achotjan's 2.2.3 rom
Ewaret said:
thanks bro.... for your kitchen borrowed to me
after i made that rom nothing change for me except boot animation of my phone
I'm on Achotjan's 2.2.3 rom
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If you want you can private message me and I can walk you through it
Works with the new WB-Xperia 009 ROM. Customize your edgeglow as well
aval1392 said:
Works with the new WB-Xperia 009 ROM. Customize your edgeglow as well
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thanks a lot for starting this thread. and also glad that its working on Wolfs v009 , i just installed that ROM and i went to kitchen to make my mod, I am just stuck here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=15967616&postcount=3087
can you help me?
naveen_reloaded said:
thanks a lot for starting this thread. and also glad that its working on Wolfs v009 , i just installed that ROM and i went to kitchen to make my mod, I am just stuck here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=15967616&postcount=3087
can you help me?
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Highlight system files because your uploading Wolfs Rom. Make sure you extract WB-009 Rom into a folder you can navigate to. Then when you have a folder go to the system--->framework---> Then framework res.apk. Then go to upload and then your good =)
Also make sure to highlight in "Amend scripting" instead of "edify scripting"
Thanks, i will use it!
aval1392 said:
Highlight system files because your uploading Wolfs Rom. Make sure you extract WB-009 Rom into a folder you can navigate to. Then when you have a folder go to the system--->framework---> Then framework res.apk. Then go to upload and then your good =)
Also make sure to highlight in "Amend scripting" instead of "edify scripting"
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a member in WB thread helped me out. Here is how it turned out
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=15978940&postcount=3124
Except for the lockscreen background [black rectangle box] , other things settled fine
Is there a way o remove the black box behind the lockscreen ?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=665457&d=1311616079
Attempted with new gingerbread and it works! Just upload the framework res apk AND the SystemUI which is under system---> app--> SystemUI
Here are some Lock Screen Themes for ANY SENSELESS ROM with AOSP Lock screen..
It will add different icons to Default Lock screen like in Screen Shots ...
Since You guys Started Taking some interest.. I will Give you a guide on how to do it..
1) Download and Install 7zip application HERE
2) Extract framework-res.apk from your ROM located in system/framework and copy it to Desktop for easy access..
3) Download this SampleTheme_SilverGOLD.zip ... You will know by the names of PNG files what each do.. Incase u dont know check screenshots in next post..
Modify the sample PNGs according to your taste. You can use this to Edit. For Editing you can use ONLINE TOOL or use your Own PNG Editor. Remember to keep image file size (162 X 162)
4) Once You have edited PNG Files, Open framework-res.apk by right clicking and Open Archive with 7zip and Paste the PNG files in res/drawable-hdpi folder by directly dragging files to it as its easy way..
5) Copy the Modified framework-res.apk by
Pushing via ADB
OR
Copy to SD card and using Root Explorer or ES File manager copy to system/framework folder and change permissions to R-R-RW
6) Enjoy!!
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Hit THANKS if you Like it....
Noob Proof Tutorial For Making your Own Lock Screen
Examples:
Sense Ring Theme
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"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",
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Black Knight Theme
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3. Matted Silver Gold Theme
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do you take request? just a Dallas cowboy star. and maybe the fancy blue lock and camera?? please
!!senseless sensation!!
hell nice JJ ..
Happy to see you making such coll stuff's..
Nicely done.
Will keep an eye on this thread.
Will wait for more because these aren't my style.
Nicely done! Also not my style but good to know this is here!
I currently have magiclocker installed as a replacement lockscreen because of the no caller ID on the lockscreen issue.
Dougi said:
hell nice JJ ..
Happy to see you making such coll stuff's..
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Man... i wish i was as good as you are... ..
i don't know what's the taste of people...really hard to guess... I spent atleast 5 hours to look for icons on web and resize and incorporate them coz i was totally new to theming stuff...
well i m it out of it for now due to lack of positive feedback ....
atleast it will open doors for others who want to try themselves...
Will upload source files and method of how to do it so that people can do that themselves...
jjdoctor said:
Man... i wish i was as good as you are... ..
i don't know what's the taste of people...really hard to guess... I spent atleast 5 hours to look for icons on web and resize and incorporate them coz i was totally new to theming stuff...
well i m it out of it for now due to lack of positive feedback ....
atleast it will open doors for others who want to try themselves...
Will upload source files and method of how to do it so that people can do that themselves...
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I do appreciate the work that you have done so far.
Taste is different on each person.
Neutral ones are always nice for a lot of people.
A method would be nice so that some people can make that special ones.
Can't wait to start on it
not as good as yours but I tried
!!senseless sensation!!
Great mod iv missed custom unlocks. I loved custom lock rings on sence 3.0 so glad there back
Ice Cream Sandwich is hear !!!
jjdoctor said:
Lock Screen Themes for Virtuous Inquisition 1.4.2 +
2. Black Knight Theme
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Nice. just installed this one. Thank you.
Added Guide to make your Own Theme in Second Post.
Now make it according to your Taste
Hi trying to get into theming my self just wondering will this work on rcmix v10
hi anyone no if this works on the new 2.0 update
Method is same but framework-res.apk is different ... Extract that from 2.0 and follow the guide on post #2...
Thread updated... Its now universal guide for all Senseless Roms based on ICS...
How come everytime i put the framework file in te framework folder my phone restarts and then get stuck at the rom logo.
I then have to flash my rom again to get my phone started.
I did everything you said on the how to.
Maybe you know the anwser.
cryptstyling said:
How come everytime i put the framework file in te framework folder my phone restarts and then get stuck at the rom logo.
I then have to flash my rom again to get my phone started.
I did everything you said on the how to.
Maybe you know the anwser.
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i hope you are not using framework.res.spk file from some other ROM.. Extract it from the ROM you are running... incompatibility issues can cause it
Secondly, makes sure it's png file format... find the files in my sample zip inside your framework file with same name... Use them as your base and edit them... Don't resize any png file and save uncompressed.. Should work easily...
cryptstyling said:
How come everytime i put the framework file in te framework folder my phone restarts and then get stuck at the rom logo.
I then have to flash my rom again to get my phone started.
I did everything you said on the how to.
Maybe you know the anwser.
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I just had the same. I thought I had previously had it working with a 4.0.3 based ROM but maybe not ...... re-flashing the ROM now
And don't forget to set permissions correctly...
I would like to see everyone getting evolved with personalizing there phone to their liking. Minor theming is not hard at all (i can do it lol). But its opens a door to what can be done with alot of effort from you. We wont have this phone forever, and it is a difficult one to mod, so by starting on this one it should only get easier... right?
Im gonna be stepping back on theming and mod investigations for a few weeks, im still in process of moving and everything is getting packed soon, un packed when house is ready in couple weeks.
These are necessities for tools to start customizing your rom.
(please correct me if any info is incorrect )
Note: I run WIN764 so these main links are for windows. I will link original threads for other OS'. Also with label em.]
[ENVIRONMENT]
Android SDK http://developer.android.com/sdk/index.html
EASY TUT: HERE - just make sure you use our phones drivers
Thats the basic environment. [with go further later on]
[NEW]
Virtuous Ten Studio [Windows Only] - Been watching its development for a long time, its finally available and creating new standards.
[APKTOOLS][must have environment set up.]
Trailblazer101's Custom Framework Maker : Best Tool for our phone! Keeps getting better, now with apktool and Update.zip support!
APK EASY MANAGER [OP] : NEW! Very simple UI, Decompile/Recompile apks.
Apk Manager 5.0.2 [OP] : Great Tools, has options. [NOW APK-Multitool]
Apk Mutli-Tool [OP] : I used this one the most for mutliple edited apks.
Apk Changer [OP] : Best tool for editing one apk at a time, only one i use for .jars.
[THEME TOOLS]
I.D.i.O.T : Theme DataBase [NEW FEATURES]
Auto Theme Porter [OP] : Used to port themes [.pngs/.9s only] that have same file names, works great for froyo to froyo port. GB and ICS have to do by hand with name changes etc. This is easy way of porting images, you will still have to edit xmls.
[EDITOR TOOLS]
7zip : Oh so essential for apks!
Notepad++ : Needed to edit XMLs.
To be continued....
Theme guides
These are great guides to share, all have basics but great to cross reference for troubleshooting.
Theme Porting Guide : Generalization how-to. [Remember we dont have SystemUI.apk, So most of those systemUI xmls are in your Framework-res.apk and Twframework-res.apk]
The Ultimate Themeing Guide : Pretty much all-in-one guide.
Android Developers Guide : Android Bible. Harder to read though.
Basic .PNG changes:
Advanced .PNG changes:
Creating/Editing .9s: This one still i have not mastered.
XML Edits: [Text colors - Personalize System text - Landscape for any apk]
To be continued....
Future TrailBlazer101's Custom Framework Maker Tut!
Themer built in mods tut
Step 1: adb installed and in path
Step 2: download themer and unzip
Step 3: connect phone to pc and dbl click batch file in themer folder.
Step 4: pull current framework (or drag framework-res.apk into batch and select M)
Step 5: mod (x is softkeys and clock colors etc)
Step 6: make themed apk and cwm
Step 7: push and reboot recovery
Step 8: flash in cwm, reboot
PicTutorial: [download zip file below for all imgs]
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Themer decompile mods
Soon
hopefully this is enough space for other resources etc...
Sweet. One stop shop for those who wanna try it. Good job.
great..
i wanna start from this thread to learning
i'm wait ur updates Ciscogee
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great..
i wanna start from this thread to learning
i'm wait ur updates Ciscogee
ian_ajah said:
great..
i wanna start from this thread to learning
i'm wait ur updates Ciscogee
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great..
i wanna start from this thread to learning
i'm wait ur updates Ciscogee
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What rom and os are you running? Ie. Froyo or gingerbread?
Also what all are you trying to accomplish?
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ciscogee said:
What rom and os are you running? Ie. Froyo or gingerbread?
Also what all are you trying to accomplish?
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i use gingerbread CM7 stable version on my HTC Sense
can i make this tuts to editing an widget,ex : fancy widget..?
i wanna try to edit/make some clock skins/weather skins and apllying on fancy widget first..
can u help me?
ian_ajah said:
i use gingerbread CM7 stable version on my HTC Sense
can i make this tuts to editing an widget,ex : fancy widget..?
i wanna try to edit/make some clock skins/weather skins and apllying on fancy widget first..
can u help me?
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IF you are looking at skinning, I would say most of your edits will be in xml files.
There will be an apk associated with the widget. I would start by decompiling that, using apkmanager (That is my preference. I haven't played with any of the programs ciscogee is recommending) and starting with simple PNG edits. Then work your way up from there.
Txwolf1980 said:
IF you are looking at skinning, I would say most of your edits will be in xml files.
There will be an apk associated with the widget. I would start by decompiling that, using apkmanager (That is my preference. I haven't played with any of the programs ciscogee is recommending) and starting with simple PNG edits. Then work your way up from there.
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wow..nice..i'll try first..
if i'm getting problem,i'll be back here,lol
One thing I forgot to mention. You will need to install the SDK, java dev kit., and have adb in your path, to use apkmanager. Ciscogee has a tut linked in the op for that.
so
do i have to edit the xml's if i change the button colors
katypeaceperry said:
do i have to edit the xml's if i change the button colors
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Now you are starting to learn what to ask. No, you don't. Xml controls what images are shown, where they appear on the screen, and the text colors and sizes. But changing the actual colors of the buttons themselves doesn't affect the xml.
Dished out by my dumb digits
Anyone getting to themeing? Don't be afraid to ask questions. Would love to see what chall have done.
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Virtuous Ten Studio - The next level of editing apps
added to OP
Its for windows only and just try it out, all credit to the makers and all that...
Having problems with .9 images...trying to theme the status bar so I replaced the images thru 7zip, and flashed it and my status bar doesn't change at all..idk why its doing this?
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Having problems with .9 images...trying to theme the status bar so I replaced the images thru 7zip, and flashed it and my status bar doesn't change at all..idk why its doing this?
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Unzip the apk with the imgs u want to port.
Then open your apk you want to mod with 7z
Drag imgs from port apk to the 7z window and replace.
Make sure they have the same name.
Are the imgs also hdpi?
Close 7z window and save changes etc.
Put your apk in a flashable zip.
(Use trailblazers themer, [copy apk in same folder as batch and drag into batch, follow on-screen instructions. ])
Flash in cwm
Clear cache and dalvick.
Reboot
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ciscogee said:
Unzip the apk with the imgs u want to port.
Then open your apk you want to mod with 7z
Drag imgs from port apk to the 7z window and replace.
Make sure they have the same name.
Are the imgs also hdpi?
Close 7z window and save changes etc.
Put your apk in a flashable zip.
(Use trailblazers themer, [copy apk in same folder as batch and drag into batch, follow on-screen instructions. ])
Flash in cwm
Clear cache and dalvick.
Reboot
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Yes I did it exatcly like that and it doesn't change it.
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What are you trying to change?
Screenshot please
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LockScreen Wallpapers for Pattern Unlock
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These wallpapers have been made by me by mapping the Pattern Unlock Circles and giving it my custom effect. Right now i have made Glow circles of different colors to suit your taste. More to come !!
You can also request custom themes and ill map them to the 9 different circles(Placeholders) and upload them here
Open the attachment >> Save the image and set as your lockscreen wallpaper and see your lockscreen like never before!!
Enjoy!!!
Update : Really Happy with the feedback you guys have given me.. but my vacation is only for a month so ill take only 15 Custom requests after that ill make a zip and upload all the designs. May be then later ill keep uploading new designs but not this frequently..
So keep the request coming .. First Come First Serve Basis
Attached zip files for footy series and glow circles and others in post 2
TUTORIAL : HOW TO REMOVE DEFAULT ANDROID PATTERN CIRCLES
The instructions are quite complex and also you must have the latest java and jre 7. So proceed only if you have the following requirements. Also this method requires you to flash a zip file through CWM so you must have experience in flashing roms/kernels/themes and understand the risks in doin so. This method only lets you edit the framework manually and flash a zip to replace the old framework. Since there are a lot of themes and custom roms out there i cannot ask every developer to include this feature in their rom/theme. Hence only proceed if you understand the risks and as always "I am not Responsible should anything go wrong with your Note"
Requirements:
1) Windows PC with jre 7
2) Rooted Note
3) Prior Knowledge of Flashing through CWM Recovery
4) Download Framework Flasher from here and say thanks to wesf90
5) Very important Files here
6) Additional File in case of error here
Let's Start
Step 1) [On Phone] : Use a file explorer like root explorer to navigate to system/framework and copy the framework-res.apk to any location on your sd card.
Step 2) [Phone and PC]: Connect your phone to your pc thru cable or wifi what ever suits you and transfer the framework-res.apk(the one copied to your sd card) to the PC
Step 3) [PC] :
a) Unzip Framework Flasher
b) Unzip Transparent files
c) Unzip latest aapt
d) keep all three folders in your C drive (or where ever windows is installed)
b) Copy the framework-res.apk to "place-framework-res-here" folder (obviously!!)
c) Run the "RunMe.bat"
d) select 1 to decompile
e) Go to files-to-edit/framework-res.apk/res/drawable-xhdpi and copy and replace the two pngs from transparent files folder
i) Back to RunMe.bat and press 2 to compile apk(takes a few seconds). incase of 'echo' error goto step (j) otherwise skip to (k)
j) Copy the files from latest aapt folder to frameworkflasher/resources and repeat step (i)
k) press any key to continue.. dont worry abt temp-file thingy written there
l) press 3 to sign, then press 4 to create the zip file
m) copy update.zip file to your phone and wipe cache and dalvik in cwm and flash the zip file.
Step 4) Reboot and Enjoy!!
High Quality Lockscreen Wallpapers (Zip Files)
High Res files in zip
Download the zip.. unzip and set as lockscreen Wallpaper >> Be amazed!!
Footy Series Download link
Glow Circles Download link
Others
Where is download link bro...
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Just Open the attachment >> right click >> save image as >> select location and save :laugh:
After im done with enough lockscreen themes ill make a pack and upload it...
DBZ theme Coming up!!
Thanks man
Can't you try to do something with football, I would really approciated if was Minnesota Vikings!:fingers-crossed:
i Dont follow NFL.. ill see wat i can do
Thanks a lot! The Vikings logo is in my avatar if you need to watch it before.
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MinnesotaVikings1961 said:
Thanks a lot! The Vikings logo is in my avatar if you need to watch it before.
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Here you go.. hope you like it
sgsabhi275 said:
Here you go.. hope you like it
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Thank you, looks wonderful!
If you ever come to Sweden I'll buy you a beer or what ever else you want!
MinnesotaVikings1961 said:
Thank you, looks wonderful!
If you ever come to Sweden I'll buy you a beer or what ever else you want!
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Sweden's a long way from india .. For now a Thanks will do
thanks man awesome
one with sasuke or itachi and sharingan would be awesome like the one of goku!?
Cris7ianO said:
thanks man awesome
one with sasuke or itachi and sharingan would be awesome like the one of goku!?
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here you go!!
I dont follow naruto.. this is wat i cud come up with!!
thanks man awesome work
but these are only fake sharingans you could not know if you dont follow the manga so i dont blame you ^^
if you have time perhaps you could do two versions for me with following pics??
(same as goku - one pic nine sharingans)
dont use the yellow marked and switch the order of the last two
would be awesome if you could do that but only if you have nothing else to do^^
thx in advance
for better quality pics as zip attached ^^
I would be so grateful if you could do a Liverpool Fotball Club lockscreen, I'm sure it will be very popular, and congratulations for finding something different for us all to get excited about
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Cris7ianO said:
thanks man awesome work
but these are only fake sharingans you could not know if you dont follow the manga so i dont blame you ^^
if you have time perhaps you could do two versions for me with following pics??
(same as goku - one pic nine sharingans)
dont use the yellow marked and switch the order of the last two
would be awesome if you could do that but only if you have nothing else to do^^
thx in advance
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Sure will do :good:
androidflea said:
I would be so grateful if you could do a Liverpool Fotball Club lockscreen, I'm sure it will be very popular, and congratulations for finding something different for us all to get excited about
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I was thinking of an epl series with Manu, manc, che, liv, ars etc.. But there are 11 players and oly 9 placeholders so i cant put players there.. any ideas or suggestions on what to use in those 9 placeholders??
Hi, that's great news that you want to do the football clubs,a lot of people will be very happy, to be honest you could either choose to put 9 footballs as the dots, or just choose the dots as normal, but a gold colour, that would be fantastic, really excited if you can do this.
Many thanks.Glenn
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Cris7ianO said:
thanks man awesome work
but these are only fake sharingans you could not know if you dont follow the manga so i dont blame you ^^
if you have time perhaps you could do two versions for me with following pics??
(same as goku - one pic nine sharingans)
dont use the yellow marked and switch the order of the last two
would be awesome if you could do that but only if you have nothing else to do^^
thx in advance
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Its done :good: .. here you go