How would I go about removing the stock Swype so that I can install the latest Beta instead? I know its possible on the Fascinate but I forgot how I had done that. Any insight?
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Rename the stock swype apk to .apk.bak (its in /system/app) and then move the swype beta apk to /system/app and change permissions to rw-r--r--.
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Got it. I renamed the existing Swype.apk to .bak, downloaded the beta installer, ran it, it installed and works beautifully. Lots of enhancements and new features. Awesomeness.
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Link?
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Link?
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www.swype.beta.com
Thanks. Works great
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Swype's official instructions are to do a clean uninstall first via the following ADB commands (though you can accomplish the same thing with Titanium Backup and Root Explorer or the like):
adb shell
# rm /system/app/Swype.apk
# rm /system/lib/libSwypecore.so
# rm -r /data/data/com.swype.android.inputmethod/ (needs the -r 'cause it's directory)
Some people have had luck simply uninstalling the old .apk and installing the new one, but it's definitely a good idea to also delete libSwypeCore to avoid any issues that could pop up now or with a future update due to an outdated library file.
GreenMunky said:
How would I go about removing the stock Swype so that I can install the latest Beta instead? I know its possible on the Fascinate but I forgot how I had done that. Any insight?
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I used titanium backup
With this Swype beta in handcent it won't change the enter key to smileys anymore. I installed this Swype last week and it worked fine. Then a few days ago i had to reflash my phone and now the smileys button isn't there. Any ideas? I've tried wiping days for both and deleting and reinstalling both and it still won't work. I use smileys all the time and it's so easy to have the button on the keyboard.
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So I know I have read how to fix this but noe I can't seem to be able to fix it. I am running the Weapon rom and I downloaded a black modded version of swype. I deleted the stock version and the .lib that went with it. I then installed the new version and it still asked me if I wanted to replace the other version...so I said yes. And it works...until I reboot and then I get process swype force close. Any ideas hoe to fix this? Thanks.
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Use Titanium Backup to uninstall swype then install from apk.
Might fix it. Couldn't hurt to try a permission fix either.
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Thanks. I got it working. For some reason I thought by deleting the .apk that would uninstall it. So I used root installer and them reinstalled it. And poof...works...
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Ajj915 said:
Thanks. I got it working. For some reason I thought by deleting the .apk that would uninstall it. So I used root installer and them reinstalled it. And poof...works...
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Try T-Swipe Pro from the Market. It blows Swype away.
After an all-nighter, a day, and another all-nighter, I'm proud to present BioCharge; a touch of Bionic for your Charge. This is my first attempt at theming, and an attempt to port the Driod Bionic's UI to the Droid Charge.
NOTE! This theme is anywhere but done, however I consider it full enough to release a copy of it. Very few apps are themed and most apps included are only included for the icon. This theme is still very poopified and will be worked on casually by me over time.
What you need:
dwitherall's flashable EP4D + extras
The latest version of CWM
Bravery and backups
What's included:
A fully themed TouchWiz30Launcher.apk
A handful of icons for stock apps
AOSP Mms.apk (if you want the stock Mms.apk, make a backup of it before flashing)
A debloater in the install script (in case you left the bloat already or are flashing this over a fresh install)
What's to come:
More themed apps
I'll take requests, speak your mind!
Download here!
Screenshots!
Looks very good! Keep up the good work.
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thank you!
The theme looks great and I look forward to the next release.
Can this be flashed on any ep4 debloated?
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thanks! I was waiting for this!
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Can this be flashed on any ep4 debloated?
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I'm not sure. If you're feeling brave, make a backup and try it. I'd probably say no, since they're two different versions.
The link seems to be dead.
I flashed this and ended up with an ics theme...?
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yahsaves said:
The link seems to be dead.
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Working from here.
jkat797 said:
I flashed this and ended up with an ics theme...?
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Then you're doing something wrong...
I did a fresh install of EP4D and flashed this right afterwards, no problems...
Is system mounting a must before flashing???
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anyone else get an FC with the camera app after flashing?
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anyone else get an FC with the camera app after flashing?
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I just tryed to open my camera and it force closed.
To everyone getting FC's: do a fix permissions and see if that clears it up. The only part of Camera.apk I changed was the icon.
i just fixed permissions and im still getting FC's
could you possibly post a version that does not run the debloat script?
Thanks!
For the problem with the Camera app, you can go into the original zip file for the EP4D update and find the Camera.apk and Camerafirmware.apk and extract them to your SDCard, and then use root explorer to copy and paste both back into your system/app folder. Of course, you should use Titanium backup to uninstall both those files before you copy the new files over. I have both the files on hand, but I don't know if the rules of the forum restrict posting stock apks
Can't wait until this is done. Make Sam look like moto.
Kick ass theme!!!
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Can you make this work with infinity rom please?
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I have tried to get rid of the stock swype and install the swype beta. I tried to uninstall it and it is a system app. I tried bloater. I tried to simply delete the app. I thought I had gotten rid of it but the beta wouldn't install.
I am using a stock rom that is rooted and I have ROM Manager installed with the latest 5027 recovery.
I have played with other rom's and can install the beta with no problem.
Any ideas on how to do this?
Thanks.
Download titanium backup and delete it through that app. If you need help ask
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I had tried that before. I first tried the "trick" way of getting rid of the app through the recovery and that didn't work. Then I converted the app to a user app and then uninstalled it. Then I installed the Swype beta and I chose the correct keyboard but the Android keyboard popped up.
Then I restarted the phone and then installed the Swype beta and all went well. I had tried this before except that I didn't think of restarting the phone.
So, I thank you for confirming that it could be done. This is what we do. We keep trying until we break something or solve the problem.
Did you delete the swype file under system/lib try that and see if that helps.
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gunfan said:
Did you delete the swype file under system/lib try that and see if that helps.
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I used Titanium to convert to a user app. Then I uninstalled it. Then I restarted the phone. Then I installed the swype beta and it works great.
I just wish that it wasn't a beta and could be bought and updated. I have tried many keyboards and always come back to swype.
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Why convert first? I never do that
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Hello,
How can I get SwypeBeta (better + Dragon) in Stock Skyrocket? I followed the page steps and then I get: "Swype Beta is currently unavailable for devices that have Swype preinstalled" message.
https://beta.swype.com/android/get/:confused:
I don't believe there's a way for you to do that. If you were to root, you could uninstall it with titanium backup, restart your phone and then install it using the swype installer.
jrmendia said:
Hello,
How can I get SwypeBeta (better + Dragon) in Stock Skyrocket? I followed the page steps and then I get: "Swype Beta is currently unavailable for devices that have Swype preinstalled" message.
https://beta.swype.com/android/get/:confused:
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There is a really easy way to install the swype beta.
1) Use Titanium backup to uninstall swype
2) REBOOT
3) install "swype installer"
4) install swype beta
Voila
Our you could try jb's Swype themes so you can have an ics themed keyboard. There are others to choose from as well.
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I personally used an app called NoBloat it has a picture of a android wielding like a ak but it pretty much allows you to uninstall an app completely (SWYPE) but it backs it up just incase you removed something you werent suppose too. I used it removed swype (deleted the backup) and installed beta.
jnicks510 said:
Our you could try jb's Swype themes so you can have an ics themed keyboard. There are others to choose from as well.
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There are themed Swypes
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droid512 said:
There are themed Swypes
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Thanks for repeating what i said....?
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floppy__ said:
There is a really easy way to install the swype beta.
1) Use Titanium backup to uninstall swype
2) REBOOT
3) install "swype installer"
4) install swype beta
Voila
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He can't because he's stock
xcrazydx said:
He can't because he's stock
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Of course he can. If he's stock rooted, he can remove swype with Titanium.
I do it that way every time I flash a new Rom
floppy__ said:
Of course he can. If he's stock rooted, he can remove swype with Titanium.
I do it that way every time I flash a new Rom
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He didn't say rooted, He said just stock.
jnicks510 said:
Thanks for repeating what i said....?
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I should have added a ? Because it was a question no need to act like i stole your thunder
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droid512 said:
I should have added a ? Because it was a question no need to act like i stole your thunder
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thats why i asked because it sounded like you were just repeating me
Hi,
I'm currently an Atrix 4G user and expecting my new shiny Skyrocket to arrive soon. I had swype preinstalled on it and managed to find a way to remove the preinstalled swype using another method. I found it on the swype forum, and this is what I did. Keep in mind, you have to be rooted in order to do this. Also, make sure that in your settings, you've disabled/turned-off swype as a keyboard input and make sure it's NOT the one selected (make sure to select another input), otherwise after reboot you may get stuck.
Using Root explorer or adb shell as root:
1) remove /system/app/Swype.apk OR rename to /system/app/Swype.apk.bak
2) remove /system/lib/libSwypeCore.so OR rename to /system/lib/libSwypeCore.so.bak
3) Reboot device
4) Install swype installer and the rest should work!
Can anyone confirm if this will work on the Skyrocket?
quordandis said:
Hi,
I'm currently an Atrix 4G user and expecting my new shiny Skyrocket to arrive soon. I had swype preinstalled on it and managed to find a way to remove the preinstalled swype using another method. I found it on the swype forum, and this is what I did. Keep in mind, you have to be rooted in order to do this. Also, make sure that in your settings, you've disabled/turned-off swype as a keyboard input and make sure it's NOT the one selected (make sure to select another input), otherwise after reboot you may get stuck.
Using Root explorer or adb shell as root:
1) remove /system/app/Swype.apk OR rename to /system/app/Swype.apk.bak
2) remove /system/lib/libSwypeCore.so OR rename to /system/lib/libSwypeCore.so.bak
3) Reboot device
4) Install swype installer and the rest should work!
Can anyone confirm if this will work on the Skyrocket?
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I can confirm that this method works on a rooted SR.
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I can confirm that this method works on a rooted SR.
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So, I'm a proud owner of a Stock rooted Samsung Skyrocket 2.3.6. I followed my own instructions, and was able to download swype installer and install swype. I then went into settings->languages and checked the swype entry, but when I click on settings it FCs.
I tried resetting - nuthin. Any thoughts?
I have the /system/app/Swype.apk and /system/lib/libSwypecore.so files backed up.....
So, I found this and going to give it a shot:
http://invisionfocus.com/tutorials/...ype-beta-on-devices-pre-installed-with-swype/
UPDATE: This totally worked! Whoop!
quordandis said:
So, I found this and going to give it a shot:
http://invisionfocus.com/tutorials/...ype-beta-on-devices-pre-installed-with-swype/
UPDATE: This totally worked! Whoop!
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The new Swype Beta (June 2012) allows it to be installed alongside preinstalled versions of Swype. If you've followed the steps in the post above, then first remember to uninstall your old version of swype completely, then reboot your system, and then undo the steps listed in the post. You should have a fully functional preinstalled version of swype with the swype beta installed alongside it.
I can't seem to find the live wallpaper option on Tweaked 2.1. Can anyone help?
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Install LiveWallpaperPicker from Tweaktools.
Can u give me a link? I have tweaktools as a bookmark on my computer but I'm on my phone atm.
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From your phone, run terminal emulator, then run su, then tweaktools. From there, look through the applications option.
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Or rip the apk from another ROM zip (like stock or Eclipse) from /system/app and place it into your /system/app.
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Ohhh. Wait, you don't download from the tweaktools website?
is downloading from http://www.tonsit.com/tweaktools/Apps/ ok?
Nvm. Just ignore all my posts. Thank you very much shrike