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I'm having trouble finding out how to install a theme to my newly rooted and 2.3 ROM'd phone, I don't understand what 7zip is, and/or where to place the .apk file in order to install it.
Help me out??
The easiest way to install themes will be by using some launchers like adw launcher.. Both the launcher and the themes are available in the market..
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Cool, how about live wallpapers?
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the same question .....
ya.. its the same.. u can get live wallpaper from the android market..
No, that's not what I mean, sorry my bad. I didn't properly explain. If I download a (.apk) that is NOT on market, but here on XDA, how do I put it on my phone as a live wallpaper?
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I figured it out, I just needed to put the .apk file on my SD card and open it with ES File Explorer or any other file management app would have done, I'm sure... then make sure I was able to install apps from unknown sources and it worked. Now Running 2.3 iceandfire with droid2 theme, rooted and overclocked!! It's stupid how much faster it got.
wow.. cool
I'm just looking for a simple app that will allow me to view what's on my external sd card instead of everything... I'm just trying to get rid of all the extra junk that I don't need on this card :/ so any help would be awesome
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There are a number of file explorers in the market. I like ES File Explorer.
Yeah I use that too but what I wanted was something that'd just show my external and like dups of it :/
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You can go into the settings for ES File Explorer and choose which directory is displayed when you run ES. (Menu->Settings->Home Directory)
If you want to fidn duplicate files on that SD card I would recommend mounting it to your PC and using something like Duplicate Cleaner (or another application or utility appropriate to your OS).
I agree with them
Agreed. ES File Explorer would be your best bet.
Astro was a fav of mine...but now I use root explorer for all my SD and system files searching needs.
I got your 10 char right here
abso Bacon Mod
well ill be taking a look at them then I just wanna clean up some room xD
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DiskUsage is something that might be of help to you. One of my most useful apps. It'll give you a visual of what is taking up space in app storage and the SD card. You can even delete entire directories from inside the app.
cwhitney24 said:
Astro was a fav of mine...but now I use root explorer for all my SD and system files searching needs.
I got your 10 char right here
abso Bacon Mod
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Root explorer is my favourite as well, has the most useful features, es file manager looks nicer though.... but hey I don't get an app for its look I get it for its FUNCTIONALITY!
Yeah I'm using es file and I use it on my sisters tablet and all my friends phones bc I know it well but I would like to learn more so maybe ill try out root explorer and see if it works just as good if not better
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I agree. ES File Explorer gives you root access (on a rooted device), let's you choose the starting directory if you just want your SD card, and best of all it's free.
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Why won't my nexus s with bb install root explorer
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maybe rom bug ?
Or maybe try downloading it from the market while on wifi instead of 3G
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Try ES File Explorer ... it will get all yoir root stuff done quite nicely.
wmdunn said:
Try ES File Explorer ... it will get all yoir root stuff done quite nicely.
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this is a good one, although i do prefer root explorer just because it is simple.
one thing you could try is getting the apk and copy it to your phone.
try fixing permissions. make sure root file explorer is allowed in super user?
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this is a good one, although i do prefer root explorer just because it is simple.
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Guess it all depends on what you're used to ... can't get much simpler than ES File Explorer, and it's free with frequent updates.
I like root explorer, too
Looking for a new file explorer... What do you use??
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Root explorer
The file explorer called File Manager
Easy to use and REALLY fast and compatible with multiple files, the best IMO. Give it a try!
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rhmsoft.fm&hl=en
It's all based on personal preference. So what if I tell you which one I use? If you don't like it then it makes no difference. There are many different ones to choose. If you're bored enough to post an opinion thread then spend time trying the different options you have in the market. I'm using esfileexplorer now because it was built into the Rom. I was using astro before. They all seem similar. I don't know about astro but I noticed in es you can check md5.
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It's all based on personal preference. So what if I tell you which one I use? If you don't like it then it makes no difference. There are many different ones to choose. If you're bored enough to post an opinion thread then spend time trying the different options you have in the market. I'm using esfileexplorer now because it was built into the Rom. I was using astro before. They all seem similar. I don't know about astro but I noticed in es you can check md5.
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Not bored... Just not enuff time to go through every file manager and test every feature. So I ask here since im assuming the posters have the same needs as I would therefore the file manager they would be using is probably one I'd like.
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ES File Explorer
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androexplorer. Reminds me of windows explorer. Alot of options and sorting from drop down folders.
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ES File Explorer is my favorite!
+1 ES File Explorer
Definitely ES file explorer, it can access system files etc.
Solid Explorer.
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+1 ES File Explorer
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i use es file explorer. seems to do the job
I also use ES file explorer. I like it. But its all personal preference! Try out a few and see what suits you best! Then use the one YOU most comfortable with!
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I use Root Explorer the majority of the time, but when Im not rooted I use OI File Manager because of its simplicity. both work great!
Sinistah_ said:
Looking for a new file explorer... What do you use??
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Root explorer and es explorer is the best of
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ES File Explorer.
ES File Explorer defintly
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I was an ex-ES File Explorer user.
To those who like it I'd really suggest giving Solid Explorer a try. It's ICS optimized, root support and has Dropbox support.
It's beta ATM and some features might be a bit iffy but for me it's excellent.
Total Commander.
Can't live without it on Windows and Android both
Has anyone experienced Root Explorer running slow as molasses on the S3?
I installed the latest version and all is AOK!
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benbrown said:
Has anyone experienced Root Explorer running slow as molasses on the S3?
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I use it quite a bit and have not
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benbrown said:
Has anyone experienced Root Explorer running slow as molasses on the S3?
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YES!!!!!! Driving me crazy.......
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I use it every day and had not noticed
Compared to what??
What are U trying to do that makes YOU believe this?
What version are you using?
Because this is the best File Manager on the market.
I have been using Root Explorer since Froyo and never
had a problem.
only reason I rooted was to use root explorer and tibu. root explorer wouldnt even load, or it was so slow I stopped waiting hit the home button.
The only reason it's the most downloaded is because of its name. Es file explorer is a better form of this type of app, and has more features. Also, es's file explorer doesn't have propblems with setting permissions automatically when copy/pasting, unlike root explorer. Just saying.
JSLEnterprises said:
The only reason it's the most downloaded is because of its name. Es file explorer is a better form of this type of app, and has more features. Also, es's file explorer doesn't have propblems with setting permissions automatically when copy/pasting, unlike root explorer. Just saying.
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es explorer will bork your build prop every time though.... just saying....
yes my root explorer is hella slow... on my captivate it was instant, on my sgs3 when i tap, for instance, system folder, i can count to atleast 3 if not 5-6 before it loads the tree... happens on lots of directories... Very annoying
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es explorer will bork your build prop every time though.... just saying....
yes my root explorer is hella slow... on my captivate it was instant, on my sgs3 when i tap, for instance, system folder, i can count to atleast 3 if not 5-6 before it loads the tree... happens on lots of directories... Very annoying
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I thought I was the only one.. I'm running SynergyROM currently, but even on other ROMs i noticed a delay when I hit a folder, something i never noticed on any other phone I've had.
Haven't noticed any issues here. I use Root Explorer quite a bit and it's been fast and smooth for me.
I've seen this thread in the Q&A section and posted there but since there's another post here...
I've used Root Explorer for years on my old Droid X phone as well as my Viewsonic G Tablet and Nook Color. It loaded fast and displayed file lists fast on those devices. It does run slow on my GS3. I notice it takes a few seconds to load some directories. I also own a rooted HTC One X and Root Explorer runs just fine on that phone. So, there is something different with the SG3 that makes some apps like Root Explorer run s...l...o...w.
I can't even get it to show any directories. It freezes up every time. I'm running Synergy 1.3.
No problems running Root Explorer on rooted stock F2 rom.
Runs fine on mine.
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jokerxfn said:
I can't even get it to show any directories. It freezes up every time. I'm running Synergy 1.3.
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Problem with gs3 and root explorer had been acknowledged and fixed by dev with latest play store update:thumbup: working great now.......
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I was having this problem but the latest Play update does seem to have resolved it.
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Jaegermeiste said:
I was having this problem but the latest Play update does seem to have resolved it.
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I'm terrible about updating my aps, thanks for the heads up, works great now
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JSLEnterprises said:
The only reason it's the most downloaded is because of its name. Es file explorer is a better form of this type of app, and has more features. Also, es's file explorer doesn't have propblems with setting permissions automatically when copy/pasting, unlike root explorer. Just saying.
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Es file explorer has an issue with saving build.prop correctly. Which you need to do to get google wallet installed.
my is slow to running syn
synergy 1.3 here, RE is fine, no delays or lags.