Does anyone know how to force the TF700 display to rotate while docked?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...S5jb2luc29mdC5hbmRyb2lkLm9yaWVudGNvbnRyb2wiXQ..
Okay. Now, (actually related), how can I force the soft keyboard to display...while the hardware keyboard is still docked?
Change the input method, I believe. I'm currently updating to 10.4.4.20, but I have mine in the dock all the time, so I'll double check in a few minutes.
Thank you.
I did try to change the input method and even turning off the physical keyboard on the slider switch (input method switch.) For one thing, turning off the physical keyboard doesn't seem to do anything, that is, the keyboard works just fine even if it is "switched off".
I don't care whether the physical keyboard is on or off. I just need to use the soft keyboard. If I'm using the tablet in portrait mode (forced), while docked, then I would need to use the soft keyboard or else learn to type sideways...rather...on a keyboard that is sideways to my orientation since I am using the tablet in portrait. (whew!)
Does that make sense?
For keeping the landscape mode while at the dock, I use the app "ultimate rotation control" together with tasker. Their collaboration allows my TF700 (and previously TF201) to do it automatically. The trick is detecting if there is a power coming in, as the dock mostly will charge the pad.
And to let the on-screen keyboard stay appearing, you can try Keyboard Manager. I use this app to automatically switch to my international keyboard, but you can set it following your goal there. For this app, you will need root access.
Good luck trying.
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edrodata said:
Thank you.
I did try to change the input method and even turning off the physical keyboard on the slider switch (input method switch.) For one thing, turning off the physical keyboard doesn't seem to do anything, that is, the keyboard works just fine even if it is "switched off".
I don't care whether the physical keyboard is on or off. I just need to use the soft keyboard. If I'm using the tablet in portrait mode (forced), while docked, then I would need to use the soft keyboard or else learn to type sideways...rather...on a keyboard that is sideways to my orientation since I am using the tablet in portrait. (whew!)
Does that make sense?
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this is how I did it on mine and it works fine.
Settings->Language & Input -> default- switch off "Hardware physical keyboard.
Now open some thing and try to type you should see the softkeyboard popup. If you download "screen orientation" app. After installed, you will see a little icon on your notification, you will have the option to switch to portrait mode with portrait keyboard layout.
I tried turning off the physical keyboard again and this time the soft keyboard popped right up. It works!
Thank you! Just what I needed!
I use this:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nl.fameit.rotate
for rotation control, since it provides both global and per-app settings. That really rocks!
MartyHulskemper said:
I use this:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nl.fameit.rotate
for rotation control, since it provides both global and per-app settings. That really rocks!
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I have this downloaded, and my TF201 still overrides it when the dock is plugged in. Any suggestions on what I'm doing wrong?
matthelm said:
I have this downloaded, and my TF201 still overrides it when the dock is plugged in. Any suggestions on what I'm doing wrong?
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Try this one, work well with dock, called screen orientation control : https://play.google.com/store/apps/...GwsMSwxLDEsImpwLmVmbG93LnV0aWwucm90YXRpb24iXQ.. and the nice thing is it's in the notification for fast access.
buhohitr said:
Try this one, work well with dock, called screen orientation control : https://play.google.com/store/apps/...GwsMSwxLDEsImpwLmVmbG93LnV0aWwucm90YXRpb24iXQ.. and the nice thing is it's in the notification for fast access.
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Same thing, as soon as I plug in the dock, the screen goes upside down.
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Same thing, as soon as I plug in the dock, the screen goes upside down.
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You should plug the dock in, screen should be in landscape mode, now download and install the app. Once done, there're 3 settings, Off= auto rotation, landsacape=landscape and portrait=portrait. now with the dock attached and if you want to go into portrait mode, first turn your device first then enable portrait mode. (if you don't do this in the order, it's going to be backward/upsidedown)
buhohitr said:
You should plug the dock in, screen should be in landscape mode, now download and install the app. Once done, there're 3 settings, Off= auto rotation, landsacape=landscape and portrait=portrait. now with the dock attached and if you want to go into portrait mode, first turn your device first then enable portrait mode. (if you don't do this in the order, it's going to be backward/upsidedown)
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Hmmmm. I don't think that works the way I want it to. Reading upside down is hard (unit upside down, dock installed), reading sideways is impossible (unit upside down, text sideways, dock installed)! I'm not wanting portrait mode, I want reversed landscape. Reversed landscape seems to be the only mode that is disabled?!?!?!?
If possible, please provide screen shots, the app is working fine for everyone....
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buhohitr said:
If possible, please provide screen shots, the app is working fine for everyone....
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I gave up, and just tied the dock to the bottom of the tablet. No need for any software that way, just didn't want to do that, because the connections isn't that sturdy. I was very careful with the pressure, and I think it'll be OK.
Wow, the ethernet connection (even going thru the USB) is WAY faster than the wireless!
sorry for coming in this late in the thread after my first response, but Rotate provides any rotation mode I can think of (including Reverse Landscape, Reverse Portrait, etc.)
As for the Transformer line still overriding the app: yes, they *seem* to. However, setting the per-app setting (available on Pro), you can have any app rotate any way you want. I use Mantano in portrait mode while on the train commute, holding the TF700 like a book with the screen on the right, and if I want to read in bed lying on my side, I enable Reverse Portrait while on my right side, and keep it Portrait when on my left (hope that made sense a bit).
Oh, and EDIT: Rotate provides ALL rotation options in a quickmenu right from the notification tray icon.
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MartyHulskemper said:
sorry for coming in this late in the thread after my first response, but Rotate provides any rotation mode I can think of (including Reverse Landscape, Reverse Portrait, etc.)
As for the Transformer line still overriding the app: yes, they *seem* to. However, setting the per-app setting (available on Pro), you can have any app rotate any way you want. I use Mantano in portrait mode while on the train commute, holding the TF700 like a book with the screen on the right, and if I want to read in bed lying on my side, I enable Reverse Portrait while on my right side, and keep it Portrait when on my left (hope that made sense a bit).
Oh, and EDIT: Rotate provides ALL rotation options in a quickmenu right from the notification tray icon.
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I cannot find an app which will allow "reverse landscape" when my TF700 is docked.
I have tried:
"Ultimate Rotation Control" the best of the group, and even has a dock override function -- unfortunately that feature does work for me while docked.
"Screen Orientation Control" also does not override when docked.
"Screen Rotation Control" same, no dice when docked.
"Rotation Anywhere" doesn't have a reverse landscape mode.
"Rotation Lock Adaptive" no good for me either.
I have not tried:
"Orientation Control" I would certainly spring for the $1.49 if there were anyone who could confirm that it can do "reverse landscape" when docked.
My desired functionality is actually for HDMI out. I have a projector which I would like to ceiling mount, but cannot invert its own image. Thus, I'm trying to find a way to flip the image of the HDMI out.
Any advice on "Orientation Control" or to flip the HDMI out video signal much appreciated!
Thanks.
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Sometimes I like using the virtual keyboard instead of the hardware keyboard but would prefer to use it in landscape mode. Is it possible to have the virtual keyboard up in landscape mode without having to open the slider? I tried GSen but that didn't work and reading about Gyrator it seems causes more problems than it cures.
Basically I would like to start a new text message (or e-mail) turn the phone and have it switch to landscape.
Second, does the hardware keyboard have a 'punch through'? On my old T-Mobile Dash (WM 6.1) I could hold down a button and have the symbol pop up on screen instead of the letter - saves me from having to hit the "function" key. This works on the TP in virtual mode but not with the hardware keyboard, can this be enabled? Right now holding down the button merely makes the letter repeat like on a laptop.
ItsDon said:
Sometimes I like using the virtual keyboard instead of the hardware keyboard but would prefer to use it in landscape mode. Is it possible to have the virtual keyboard up in landscape mode without having to open the slider? I tried GSen but that didn't work and reading about Gyrator it seems causes more problems than it cures.
Basically I would like to start a new text message (or e-mail) turn the phone and have it switch to landscape.
Second, does the hardware keyboard have a 'punch through'? On my old T-Mobile Dash (WM 6.1) I could hold down a button and have the symbol pop up on screen instead of the letter - saves me from having to hit the "function" key. This works on the TP in virtual mode but not with the hardware keyboard, can this be enabled? Right now holding down the button merely makes the letter repeat like on a laptop.
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I personally use Gyrator2, I do exactly what you are wanting to do. If you set it up correctly it really is a usefull app.
Second question, No clue.
gyrator 2 works great once you tell it what programs not to work in
it does exactly what you want in texts
You can also "move" your keyboard around the screen with this hack:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\SIP and change the value of Dragstyle from 0 to 1, followed by a soft reset.
You can grab it and move it anywhere on the screen you like after.
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You can also "move" your keyboard around the screen with this hack:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\SIP and change the value of Dragstyle from 0 to 1, followed by a soft reset.
You can grab it and move it anywhere on the screen you like after.
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i saw that hack but is it in anyway useful ? or just amusing
Thanks for the replies. I just installed Gyrator2 and it does indeed do what I'm asking for! I think I need to get a little deeper into it though as it does some things I wasn't expecting (switch the calling screen to landscape after taking a call etc.) but so far, so good!
i dont know if you are like me and use your uni in mainly landscape mode, and have to chase the screen rotation b3 times to get it back from the default portrait setting everytime you dock it in car cradle or open to use keyboard.
i know there is a mini magnet inside the screen to tell it if its open or closed.
any ideas??
i've asked this question before and heard it wasn't possible. but my memory's sketchy, so anyone?
Stop and Set Manual the device MIS1 in the devices list, then reset
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i dont know if you are like me and use your uni in mainly landscape mode, and have to chase the screen rotation b3 times to get it back from the default portrait setting everytime you dock it in car cradle or open to use keyboard.
i know there is a mini magnet inside the screen to tell it if its open or closed.
any ideas??
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simply try to remove the little magnet
I have been using my the docking station for my titan and am loving it however when docked the start screen remains "sideways" as well as hubs and index search.
rather than a question about landscape mode because maybe that functionality isn't programmed or possible. Is there a way to rotate the start screen to portrait facing me while the phone is docked landscaped? I can picture a huge black bar or empty space off to the right which is fine.
are there any registry edits maybe out there or?
I don't believe anybody has found a way to force the Start screen into landscape mode. This is true even with those Windows phones that have landscape slide-out keyboard (which normally force the phone into Landscape mode while the keyboard is out). I see no evidence of support for a landscape start screen in anything that I've yet seen of WP7.
How does Snap work while vertical? How about other functions?
How fast or slow is rotation? Is there a rotation lock?
Have you used the tablet in portrait mode for any use, say, as a reader? How comfortable is it to hold?
Is the on-screen keyboard usable in portrait?
TIA.
Snap requires more horizontal resolution than is available when in portrait mode, so snapped windows disappear. They come back when you return to landscape, though.
Rotation is pretty fast, taking about a second to complete the switch, but with just enough delay (and a starting animation) to let you know that it's about to happen, so you don't get it by accident.
There is an auto-rotate lock. It's on the Screen Resolution control panel widget (reachable by right-clicking on the desktop, or doing a search on "orientation" or "resolution"), right where you'd expect it from previous Windows versions.
It's very easy to use the tablet in portrait mode for reading books or web pages, although the 768 width is a little lower than most pages are written for. Holding it is extremely comfortable, although be careful not to hit the Start button by accident. Folding the Touch Cover behind the tablet while in portrait mode works great; the Type Cover works too but it feels weird to feel the keys move under your fingers. However, the keys and touchpad on either cover are disabled when it's flipped behind the tablet.
The SIP (Software Input Panel) is absolutely usable. I'm coming to love the split-keyboard mode for short amounts of text; it's designed to be used by your thumbs while your hands hold the tablet at the corners. I almost never use the "normal" on-screen keyboard. The handwriting recognition really isn't usable without a stylus, as expected..
Also just fyi, Windows button+ O is a hotkey for activating rotation lock.
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@nbates66: Not working for me. Win+o, or Win+Shift+O, don't appear to do anything (at least on the desktop). Auto-rotate still occurs. Win+0 just launches the tenth thing on the taskbar, as expected. It would be great if this is usable, though. Win+P, Win+E, Win+R, Win+L, etc. all work as expected.
Anyone know a way to prevent the keyboard from always settings Productivity Mode when I connect it or lift up the screen?
At the moment I'm using some Developer Mode settings which is better but not perfect.
Lenovo - why give us an extra mode you can't switch off entirely?
m+a+r+k said:
Anyone know a way to prevent the keyboard from always settings Productivity Mode when I connect it or lift up the screen?
At the moment I'm using some Developer Mode settings which is better but not perfect.
Lenovo - why give us an extra mode you can't switch off entirely?
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I hate it too.
Which developer mode setting did you find? (P11 pro here)
Right at the bottom I played with turning off Force activities to be resizable and Enable freeform windows. It worked for a few days but then Productivity mode switched on again and now doesn't work (if at all it did).
In productivity mode, there is an option to enable it when keyboard is connected. You can simply disable it there.
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In productivity mode, there is an option to enable it when keyboard is connected. You can simply disable it there.
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...and then it comes back on again as soon as you detach or, reattach the keyboard or, reboot the device with the keyboard attached. At least in my usage.
Oh? the tablet is not near me, I'll check it at home.