I made a change in application SMS GO to stay with the appearance of the original application of the xperia. I edited the file using EDIT APK, but when trying to install the phone in an error, even using recovery.
NOTE: already edited several apk, but this is not the only one that installs.
If any developer can guide me would be grateful.
Attached is the edited and original apk.
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http://www.mediafire.com/?9ccgyzhkhgcwct9
I'm sure that there a right way to modify 3rd part app,but since the moment that I don't know too much, I can only suggest you to convert go sms in a system app (you can do that with titanium backup pro or maybe with some other app...try to google it) and then if you only need to change .png images you can just replace them into the apk file without extracting it and then push the app into system and reboot!! If you need to modify .xml files,you can use apk manager to decompile,compile and sign the apk!! if you try to modify a 3rd part app it will not work (I don't know the technical reason),so converting it in a system app is a solution to this problem!! But maybe you can wait to hear other opinion from anyone else with better knowledge than me!! hope it helps you!!
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Which method do you used to mod your apk ?
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I used the program "edit apk" it decompresses and subscribes automatically.
The only job I had was to change the images *. png and rename
It worked for all other applications except the sms go
Attached images step by step
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madsonhsd said:
I used the program "edit apk" it decompresses and subscribes automatically.
The only job I had was to change the images *. png and rename
It worked for all other applications except the sms go
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You change .9.png or just .png? For editing the first ones you should use a patch, search in the general Android Themes thread.
For editing and compiling system apps you should use apkmanager instead of editapk (wich I don't know)...
If ya need further advice mail or PM me.
And sorry for my bad english!
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Something strange happened!
Developers, tried all the above methods to install the modified application, but all without success.
I used modified ROM "vmmcs" 2.3.7
Unintentionally I had to reinstall the original rom Xperia 2.3.3.
Before installing custom ROM again. I tried to use the apk HE RAN NORMALLY.
CONCLUSION: SOME APPS MUST HAVE A MEANS TO RECOGNIZE THAT THE ANDROID HAVE ROOT, SO IT DOES NOT ALLOW THE INSTALLATION
Hello, if u have the SMS apk, why dun u try to unzip/unpack the apk contents, replace the PNG icons in Res/drawable-hdpi inside sMS apps, and rezip/repackaged using Formatter? I try to edit my Custom xperia Home.apk icons and it worked!! Here the guide thread for formatter
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1108798
Sometimes, u might need to recheck path of files directories which as same as previous file Hope this helps.
Sincerely,
Whitefang
If this helps or convinces, place kindly hit "thanks" button.
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Is it possible to change the default Messagaing icon to the following:
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Yup. Included in Mobzter's Enigma Theme
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can we change it without using the theme?
If you don't want to install the whole theme and you're not using an app to create shortcuts then you can modify ic_launcher_smsmms.png in mms.apk
I'm sure there is a better way to do this, but I don't know what it is so I've just modified the icons I want by changing them directly in the .apk's
How do i edit Apk's?
superleeds27 said:
How do i edit Apk's?
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Pull them from your phone with ADB and open them with a program like WinRar, and edit the images with a program like PhotoShop.
If your using ADW you can just add a custom shortcut, there are also other apps that will do this.
If you do want to get into modifying the apks to change/theme your apps here is a quick start. There is loads more information scattered throughout the forum but I couldn't find a complete guide (if someone knows where one is please let me know).
The easiest way to start is to use the one click root method (you need root to modify the apk's) and then download one of Chewitts Dark10 themes.
In the installer cmd file for the theme you can see examples of all the commands you'll need to do this (specifically in the app installation section).
Pull the apk to you're hard drive
Open the apk in 7zip and extract the images you want to change
Edit the images (in photoshop or a similar program)
Update the apk by dragging the images into the correct folder in 7zip
push the apk to your sd card and finally to the system/app folder
you'll need to make sure usb debugging is enabled and the SD card is not mounted.
Let me know if you need any more info.
@XperiaX10User: Looks like you were quicker (and a bit more to the point)
Use ninjamorph.
Save the png on your SD and use ninjamorph to replace it.
Easiest solution imho.
Yep, forgot about ninjamorph, much easier (just don't be an idiot like me and attempt to update the framework - it's still the only time I've had to reflash my phone...)
Extracted the png from Enigma and used an ADW shortcut
Cheers guys
is it easy to change the Battery icons?
Im guessing i change the images on the frameworks-res.apk?
superleeds27 said:
Im guessing i change the images on the frameworks-res.apk?
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You guessed right. This should help - Hacks and mods: Three tutorials for modifying your x10 OS aesthetically
I themed Swype to be flat and black to better fit my aesthetic and making the metamorph available here. Note this is just a metamorph, not the app; you have to have the app already. Keep a backup version of your APK on hand in case this theme doesn't work.
The version I used for this metamorph was Swype_v2.4.44.10912_WVGA_English_ANDROID.apk. I think it should work across WVGA versions as long as they have the same layout.
Here's the instructions- 1. make sure you have the most recent MetaMorph from the market
2 with a file manager like root explorer go into /data/app and find com.swype.android.inputmethod-1.apk
3 long press on the com.swype.android.inputmethod-1.apk and select move
4 navigate to /system/app and select paste
5 long press on it again and select rename, name it swype.apk (all lower case) then reboot phone
6 open up Metamorph and select unzip/extract new theme
7 navigate to the BlackSwype.zip and apply the theme
8 reboot again
note you have to reboot your phone 2 times during this process.
Enjoy.
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Any chance of getting this to work on the latest update? (2.10.52.13753)
Looks familiar...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=838269
gear.h34d.2012 said:
Any chance of getting this to work on the latest update? (2.10.52.13753)
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+1 .... 10 letter
Wish somone can make a metamorph for swiftkey black option... thanks
I'll do one later tonight if I can.
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Nice... Thanks!
This is not working for me. it will not installed it gives me an error.( the target system does not exist) any ideas of what I may be doing wrong?
Moving file
Using root explorer.. After I copy the file from data app, when I attempt to paste in system app I get this message. "You cannot paste here because file system is read only" Does anyone know what the problem is?
kevinoliva113 said:
Using root explorer.. After I copy the file from data app, when I attempt to paste in system app I get this message. "You cannot paste here because file system is read only" Does anyone know what the problem is?
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I think you have to hit the "Mount r/o" button then paste
gear.h34d.2012 said:
Any chance of getting this to work on the latest update? (2.10.52.13753)
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+1 10 char
I applied this theme and it's a awesome. It flows good with the ultimate droid rom.
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Looks great. I'm waiting for dark froyo to be updated to CM 6.1 RC-2 and it'll be perfect.
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any chance to get this for newest swype version?
that worked.. thanks
I just finish doing this, and is working perfectly!!!
Once, again, I am on a transparent widget kick. Here is the google search bar widget in a transparent theme.
Changelog: I have also themed a Black Google Search Widget with the browser symbol from Gingerbread. Download and pic below.
This is a system app, so you'll have to be rooted and have access to the system/app drawer via a file manager of your choice. I recommend removing the existing Google Search widget off your homescreen if you have one before replacing the .apk. I also recommend copying the stock, existing GoogleSearchBar.apk from your system/app drawer and keeping it on your sdcard in case something goes wrong, or you want the stock search bar back. After replacing the existing .apk with the themed one reboot your device and re-check your widget list.
as always, since this requires modifying your system/app drawer, I take no responsibility for you gorking your phone. If you don't know what your doing, take some time to ask, or read.
I also take no credit for the development of this .apk. All Credit goes to Google Development.
Download:
.apk's
Transparent
http://www.mediafire.com/file/h2i6eelpz9lwyit/GoogleQuickSearchBox.apk
Solid Black
http://www.mediafire.com/file/gwhcgrjdg4dr9jm/GoogleQuickSearchBox.apk
.zip (Amend)
Trans
http://www.mediafire.com/file/gwfpsajddu8r0gi/GoogleWidgetTransGRN.zip
Black
http://www.mediafire.com/file/nfaxniq6o7lww89/GoogleWidgetBLAK.zip
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Solid Black widget added in OP. See above.
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Can you make an update.zip? Thanks
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Sure..will try to get around to it soon.
So whens the eta? Can you pm me when it's done? Thanks lot!
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.zip's added to OP..
HEY, Thanks mate!
Cheers!
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Sorry i dun think ur update.zip for transparent google search widget is working, i flashed using cwm, my original one is still there.
According to ClockworkmodRecovery, it won't accept the zip because it used a deprecated udate script. Simply installing the apk doesn't seem to work either.
has anyone been able to successfully install these? awesome widgets but the .apk file will not install and trying to install the zip via CWM tells me its not compatible with cwm 3.0.
easily got it to install. Reboot after uninstalling original and install just as any other apk via root explorer, however it was not transparent. Original white
Thanks, works perfectly. Simply backup stock google search apk (if you'd like) and remove it, unzip and place the apk you wish to install on usb storage, install and add widget to your home screen. At least that's what I did and have had no issues with it...
it didn't turn it black or transparent still the same stock white
Doesn't work for me either, just says "Application Not Installed."
you take requests? I am looking for one that I saw the widget was solid black with google and the microphone in ics blue ???
baudilus said:
Doesn't work for me either, just says "Application Not Installed."
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You need a rooted phone, replace it in system/app and set permission to:
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Hit THANKS if helped!
Thanks!
Hi guys
i want to change the icons of all the apps on my galaxy r
is there a way to to do so in one go??
thnx
abu46 said:
Hi guys
i want to change the icons of all the apps on my galaxy r
is there a way to to do so in one go??
thnx
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you can install a launcher or modify the icon inside all the apks of your applications.
Salu2,
SiWy ;-)
how to modify icons inside the apks of apps?
abu46 said:
how to modify icons inside the apks of apps?
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You need to decompile the apk's with apk manager (need adb installed) then, in the decompiled apk, open it and go to /system/res/drawable-hdpi (or mdpi, if it's that), and look for the icon in there.
Easier way....copy those apps whose icons you want to change to your hard drive. change extensions from .apk to .zip and then go the /system/res/drawable-hdpi as mentioned above.
m.kochan10 said:
Easier way....copy those apps whose icons you want to change to your hard drive. change extensions from .apk to .zip and then go the /system/res/drawable-hdpi as mentioned above.
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This system is more easy to do.
Salu2,
SiWy ;-)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=890876
thanks a lot guys
@Nedooo I cannot make it work on Vista-32.
Some results of my work. So much work but a lot of fun actually. Icons come from ADW-honey comb theme.
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Is Vista still alive
Don't know, but you could use APK Multi Tool, System APK doesn't need to be signed but other do
Nice job BTW
m.kochan10 said:
@Nedooo I cannot make it work on Vista-32.
Some results of my work. So much work but a lot of fun actually. Icons come from ADW-honey comb theme.
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very nice screens
how did you change the battery icon in the notification bar???
Thank you, very easily. Just go to uot.dakra.lt/ and follow the guide (HOW TO).
Basically you have to: chose the mod you like (not all of them works though - I've succeeded with battery, icons:emoticons and status bar (but not power buttons), popup, fonts (but not windows animations) and upload your: framework-res.apk, SystemUI.apk, twframework-res.apk.* Kitchen will do everything for you. GO to PICKUP to receive your zip and flash it with cwm.
*You can get them with root explorer or via adb:
adb pull /system/framework/framework-res.apk
adb pull /system/framework/twframework-res.apk
adb pull /system/app/SystemUI.apk
thanks
can i use the app "rom toolbox" to change the indicators?
is it safe & is it compatible with galaxy r??
abu46 said:
thanks
can i use the app "rom toolbox" to change the indicators?
is it safe & is it compatible with galaxy r??
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I'm sorry I have never tried that tool
I used it to change one icon since I have backups - it seems to work
^^
yup, tried it and it works fine
Hey some may have this already as I've been packaging it with previous work.
It's as close as I cold get to the new Xperia Digital Clock Widget using various font combinations along with Red Wizard's DCW available from the market.
DO THIS:
1. Place apk in System app folder & set permissions.
2. Launch application and set settings according to screenshots.
3. Select widget from desktop.
-earbrain
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BONUS:
Just in case you have any trouble achieving the info fonts from the screenshots I've also posted a zip file of my current font set from cm.
Should work w most ROMS, just extract and replace system font files as needed.
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DBL BONUS:
Forgot to mention its FULLY resizable, in ADW anyway. peace
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you tell me how to setting permission..?
Hey monk, first of all are you sure the app is not functioning properly already? There may be no need to mess with permissions depending on how you installed it. Otherwise to answer your question I'm hoping you have root access because it would be necessary to set permissions manually. I'm assuming you do and have dropped the app into the system/app folder with Root Explorer or equiv. If so and you did in fact use Root Explorer just navigate back to the root app (use Root Explorer to system/app/digitalclockwidget), long-press on the app then select "permissions" and check all three from the top down in the first column, only the top box in the second column then leave the last column fully unchecked(sorry I'm on vacation and do not have a way to post screenshot). Alternately you can use ROMManager and just select Fix Permissions to allow it to perform this task for you. The manual method is well worth learning though so I recommend trying that first. If you do not have Root Explorer you will need a file browser that allows root access. The version of Root Explorer that will allow root is paid but well worth the investment. It is an invaluable tool I use on a daily basis. There are others and if needed you could probably find something for free to get the job done, I recommend Root Explorer. Currently on vacation for another week week but I will try and check back to see if I can help further. Good Luck and let me know if this helps. earbrain
thanks for your share, nice