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When using the Desire S should the Home, Menu, Back and Search buttons be hilighted? Is there a setting to turn it on if there is one as my eyes are bad and I quite often hit the wrong button by mistake.
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Nexus04 said:
When using the Desire S should the Home, Menu, Back and Search buttons be hilighted? Is there a setting to turn it on if there is one as my eyes are bad and I quite often hit the wrong button by mistake.
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Depends on what ROM you're using. Not possible to tweak it if you're on a Stock ROM.
If you're on a custom ROM, then all ROMs with the RCMix tweaks have a feature to keep the button backlight on all the time.
Just go to Rcmix tweaks>Display Options>Backlight settings>Set to "Always On" and you're done.
Hope that solves your problem.
Hi just to update it seems it`s not possible to highlight the soft keys(that is the Home, Menu, Back and Search keys) They are automatic, triggered by the ambient light sensor and from my point of view this is very annoying.
As I am running the stock rom at the moment I am looking at the market to see if there are any apps that will solve this. If anyone knows of any that can do this can you let me know?
Thanks
Nexus04 said:
Hi just to update it seems it`s not possible to highlight the soft keys(that is the Home, Menu, Back and Search keys) They are automatic, triggered by the ambient light sensor and from my point of view this is very annoying.
As I am running the stock rom at the moment I am looking at the market to see if there are any apps that will solve this. If anyone knows of any that can do this can you let me know?
Thanks
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Like I said... Not possible on stock ROM. In my knowledge... There is no app in the market that can let you do that... Least of all, without root.
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Another update, just found an App called Screen Filter it`s primary function is to control screen brightness but is has an option to Enable soft-key backlight. Just the job for me
Nexus04 said:
Another update, just found an App called Screen Filter it`s primary function is to control screen brightness but is has an option to Enable soft-key backlight. Just the job for me
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Does it work?
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Does it work?
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Nope, fraid it doesn't
Sorry for not posting earlier but al89nut is right it does not work. Looks like I will have to down grade my H Boot and root the phone and install another rom
Cheers
Nexus04 said:
Sorry for not posting earlier but al89nut is right it does not work. Looks like I will have to down grade my H Boot and root the phone and install another rom
Cheers
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Lol... told you so!!!
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stick a tiny black "electricity tape" over the sensor...that`s what i did and now i have them permanently on....the sensor is located a little above and to the left of the name HTC at the top...you can test exactly where it is using your fingertip
Ha why didn't I think of that.Sometimes the best solutions are the easiest ones
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It's an ugly answer though
hardly notice it.....black on black
maybe you want to read/try this....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1297314
I recently noticed the arrow keys reappearing on the portrait keyboard even though I have them turned off in options (settings>language&keyboard>htc sense input>arrow keys "OFF"). I have cleared htc sense input data and this takes care of the resetting issue until I play any kind of full screen video. This included youtube in full screen, angry birds, vevo, etc. I thought that it might be an app so I put my phone into safe mode...but the same issue occurs. I even went as far as doing a full reset, but still the issue continues. I really could care less about the arrow keys, I just want to make sure at this point that it is just some kind of software issue that may be resolved with a future update, and not a hardware issue with my phone in particular. My phone is completely stock and fully updated. HTC hasn't emailed back yet, so I'm just wondering if anyone else has had this issue? btw, this may be a well know issue, but I have only had the phone for a couple of weeks so any help would be much appreciated.
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I recently noticed the arrow keys reappearing on the portrait keyboard even though I have them turned off in options (settings>language&keyboard>htc sense input>arrow keys "OFF"). I have cleared htc sense input data and this takes care of the resetting issue until I play any kind of full screen video. This included youtube in full screen, angry birds, vevo, etc. I thought that it might be an app so I put my phone into safe mode...but the same issue occurs. I even went as far as doing a full reset, but still the issue continues. I really could care less about the arrow keys, I just want to make sure at this point that it is just some kind of software issue that may be resolved with a future update, and not a hardware issue with my phone in particular. My phone is completely stock and fully updated. HTC hasn't emailed back yet, so I'm just wondering if anyone else has had this issue? btw, this may be a well know issue, but I have only had the phone for a couple of weeks so any help would be much appreciated.
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i have this same issue. they come back even when i turn them off. the only way to get rid of them again is to make sure the keyboard shows up then turn the phone into landscape mode then back to portrait mode, then the arrows are gone. its a glitch in the software or something.
Is there a way you can disable the arrow keys on stock rom and unrooted? I'm on android 4.0.4 and sense 4.1, but i can't see the option in HTC sense input in where you can turn off the arrow keys..
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Just install Swype Beta and no more arrow keys
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Is there a way you can disable the arrow keys on stock rom and unrooted? I'm on android 4.0.4 and sense 4.1, but i can't see the option in HTC sense input in where you can turn off the arrow keys..
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It's under HTC Sense Input, make sure to look under all of the "advanced settings" , dive into the sub-menus.
usaff22 said:
It's under HTC Sense Input, make sure to look under all of the "advanced settings" , dive into the sub-menus.
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When i go to advanced settings, there are no sub-menus.. is it just me? i really don't want any 3rd party keyboard because the stock keyboard is just great, it's just i can't find any option that can disable the arrow in the keyboard. Even in the advance settings, there is none..
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Swype beats stock any day of the week
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angeloalonzo01 said:
When i go to advanced settings, there are no sub-menus.. is it just me? i really don't want any 3rd party keyboard because the stock keyboard is just great, it's just i can't find any option that can disable the arrow in the keyboard. Even in the advance settings, there is none..
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HTC Sense Input > Arrow Keys
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HTC Sense Input > Arrow Keys
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Is it on stock? I promise you, there is no such option on my phone.. after clicking the HTC Sense Input, there is no arrow keys to toggle on or off..
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And after clicking the advanced settings, this are the only options i see..
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angeloalonzo01 said:
And after clicking the advanced settings, this are the only options i see..
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I know this doesn't help you at all but I can't find that option in sense input either on 4.0.4 and sense 4.1. Personally I use SwiftKey but maybe turning the arrows off is a feature HTC dropped?
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Mine is right there. I think it's not on the S3.
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usaff22 said:
Mine is right there. I think it's not on the S3.
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But i do have the s4.. maybe you're on a custom rom? Can you post a screenshot on where that option might be? Thank you..
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Why in the world that i don't have that option when i click on HTC Sense Input.. my One S is the international version (black with MAO), would that be the case? I wish i could have that option.. the arrow keys really took a bunch of space..
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angeloalonzo01 said:
Why in the world that i don't have that option when i click on HTC Sense Input.. my One S is the international version (black with MAO), would that be the case? I wish i could have that option.. the arrow keys really took a bunch of space..
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I also have the international version, black MAO. However I am branded on T-Mobile. I doubt it is the reason, though. Not sure why.
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Why in the world that i don't have that option when i click on HTC Sense Input.. my One S is the international version (black with MAO), would that be the case? I wish i could have that option.. the arrow keys really took a bunch of space..
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Don't worry, i haven't got that option either. I live in estonia, but have S4 imported from France.
I AM NOT TAKING ANY CREDIT FOR THIS, FOUND ON GOOGLE AND WANT TO SHARE
Mount as R/W
Open /system/usr/keylayout/gpio-keys.kl. with text editor
Go to "key 172 HOME WAKE" line
Delete word WAKE
Save and exit
Reboot phone
That's all , now you stoped the home button from waking up your device.
Probably working on all roms but i tested with rooted stock rom.
Will work on rooted stock roms for sure
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Tried it on TMO US SGS4, works great! thanks for sharing!
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Will work on rooted stock roms for sure
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Can we make the home button wake and unlock the device?
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Can we make the home button wake and unlock the device?
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That seems like the complete opposite of its purpose when the device is in sleep.
But you can just turn off the lock screen, and you accomplish what you're asking for. No security at all though. Butt dials like a mother. No one wants that.
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That seems like the complete opposite of its purpose when the device is in sleep.
But you can just turn off the lock screen, and you accomplish what you're asking for. No security at all though. Butt dials like a mother. No one wants that.
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I know it's the complete opposite of this mod but it will be faster (IMO) to double click the home button to wake-unlock the device.
But no lock screen will definitely cause butt dials
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Can we make the home button wake and unlock the device?
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looking for the same thing.
Not working in Sprint S4 running liquid smooth (AOSP is ya didn't know). Been searching everywhere. Anyone know if there's a way to disable it on AOSP roms? Tried removing wake from every single file inside the key layout folder but met with no success...
Thanks, it was very useful to me, to re-enable the wake up screen on home button.
Not work
Any app to turn on HTC one without using the power button?
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njr7 said:
Any app to turn on HTC one without using the power button?
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Why don't you wanna use power button?
If custom kernels are available yet then grab yourself one with touch to wake...
I'm pretty sure that your device has nfc..... You can use xposed and some nfc unlocking apps available here or on Google play....
And the most best one! Plug in you headset or charger and you device will wake up! No root no hastle or any additional app needed!
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Why don't you wanna use power button?
If custom kernels are available yet then grab yourself one with touch to wake...
I'm pretty sure that your device has nfc..... You can use xposed and some nfc unlocking apps available here or on Google play....
And the most best one! Plug in you headset or charger and you device will wake up! No root no hastle or any additional app needed!
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I just bought my HTC one so I'm a noob, can u tell me what nfc is? And what are the apps on Google play?
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Why don't you want to use your power button?
Anyway , there are some custom ROMs that allow you to wake the phone up by pressing the volume buttons.
and there are some custom kernels available to wake your phone up by swiping over the buttons. this feature is called Sweep2Wake (S2W) .
But if you don't want to use custom ROMs/Kernels on your phone then you can try using some apps that wake your phone up by using your proximity sensors or light sensors. But this kind of apps will most likely drain your battery,
So if you don't want to root your phone and unlock it then just stick to using the power button !
Please press the thanks button if i helped !
njr7 said:
I just bought my HTC one so I'm a noob, can u tell me what nfc is? And what are the apps on Google play?
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Well, nfc is Near Field Communication. Unlocking your device with this technique just looks much more awesome. Just buy some nfc tags and configure to use them, swipe your phone over them and your phone wakes up!
Just search nfc unlocker or similar on google play store and the app would guide you for the next steps.
In my device, i have some special mods available which would turn the phone on when a configured tag is swiped even when the screen is off. Just search something similar, As your device is new in the market, you will have to wait till some serious development starts on for your device (custom kernels and ROMs available though)....
But I still don't get the harm not using your power button..... It won't wear off trust me
backb0ne5p1d0r said:
Why don't you want to use your power button?
Anyway , there are some custom ROMs that allow you to wake the phone up by pressing the volume buttons.
and there are some custom kernels available to wake your phone up by swiping over the buttons. this feature is called Sweep2Wake (S2W) .
But if you don't want to use custom ROMs/Kernels on your phone then you can try using some apps that wake your phone up by using your proximity sensors or light sensors. But this kind of apps will most likely drain your battery,
So if you don't want to root your phone and unlock it then just stick to using the power button !
Please press the thanks button if i helped !
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Hey thanks but can you tell me the name of the apps that work with sensor or light sensor?thanks
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njr7 said:
Hey thanks but can you tell me the name of the apps that work with sensor or light sensor?thanks
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Hey can you help me with one more thing? How do I root my HTC one version 4.4.2? I searched everywhere but couldn't do it, it would give error
eatsleep said:
Well, nfc is Near Field Communication. Unlocking your device with this technique just looks much more awesome. Just buy some nfc tags and configure to use them, swipe your phone over them and your phone wakes up!
Just search nfc unlocker or similar on google play store and the app would guide you for the next steps.
In my device, i have some special mods available which would turn the phone on when a configured tag is swiped even when the screen is off. Just search something similar, As your device is new in the market, you will have to wait till some serious development starts on for your device (custom kernels and ROMs available though)....
But I still don't get the harm not using your power button..... It won't wear off trust me
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Hey thanks but can you tell me the name of the apps that work with sensor or light sensor?thanks
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Well I don't know there are many apps for that! Just type it in the store and you'll find many.
And if you want to root your phone the first thing you need to do is unlock your bootloader. Have you unlocked your bootloader?
Oh but remember, rooting voids your warranty!
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backb0ne5p1d0r said:
Well I don't know there are many apps for that! Just type it in the store and you'll find many.
And if you want to root your phone the first thing you need to do is unlock your bootloader. Have you unlocked your bootloader?
Oh but remember, rooting voids your warranty!
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No thats the problem I can't unlock the bootloader!can you please help?
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Use this link. http://www.htcdev.com/bootloader
It has almost all instructions! If you need any more help or if you face any issues just tell me and I'll help
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Use this link. http://www.htcdev.com/bootloader
It has almost all instructions! If you need any more help or if you face any issues just tell me and I'll help
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Is there any way to unlock boot loader without using a laptop?
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njr7 said:
Is there any way to unlock boot loader without using a laptop?
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Hmmm.. I don't think so.
Well you can use another rooted android phone. But you'd need an OTG Cable and a Micro USB Cable. And that other android phone must support OTG too.
So never mind, using a computer is much easier.
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Any app to turn on HTC one without using the power button?
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Hey! I found a really cool app named 'Gravity' which used the proximity sensor to wake your device when you take it out of you pocket or pick it up from a table. And it is capable of doing the reverse too (locking). It doesn't leeches battery (even doesn't shows in the stats) and does not require any root access. Just install and your ready to rock!
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Hey! I found a really cool app named 'Gravity' which used the proximity sensor to wake your device when you take it out of you pocket or pick it up from a table. And it is capable of doing the reverse too (locking). It doesn't leeches battery (even doesn't shows in the stats) and does not require any root access. Just install and your ready to rock!
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is it good? i read before that the most recent ElementalX Kernel have tap to wake feature, how about that? Does it sucks lots of battery?
alwinwh said:
is it good? i read before that the most recent ElementalX Kernel have tap to wake feature, how about that? Does it sucks lots of battery?
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We cannot say alot of battery but it has its effects. .. experiment is needed.
Try the app I recommended. .... get it from play store.....works like a charm
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Its called gravity screen
softkeyz add support for the M8
Play Store Link
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.janis605.softkeyz
Xda Support Page
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-4/themes-apps/root-softkeyz-apply-mix-softkeys-t2219804
big thanks to @janis605 for his work!
If it's not free it shouldn't be posted here. It's in xda rules
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There is an XDA version
I'll just leave this here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-4/themes-apps/root-softkeyz-apply-mix-softkeys-t2219804
So, since there is an XDA version, this is allowed. Of course, if you like the free version, support the dev.
Thanks,
coal686
coal686 said:
I'll just leave this here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-4/themes-apps/root-softkeyz-apply-mix-softkeys-t2219804
So, since there is an XDA version, this is allowed. Of course, if you like the free version, support the dev.
Thanks,
coal686
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I was unaware, OP still needs to update the OP to reflect this.
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anyways.....
anyone using the app notice the home and mulitask buttons are slightly larger than the back key?
edit: original post updated...
I'm using SoftKeysz and observing some "ghosting" behavior where the "up graphic" ^ overlays the home key, which causes the home key to stop responding. the only fix is a reboot. Anyone else experiencing this behavior and/or have a fix i might try? thanks!
EDIT: Fixed, something related to XBlast or GravityBox options i selected. I thought i had disabled them, but i didn't. I disabled both apps and ghosting went away, will have to see which option (if any) was the causing my problem.
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anyways.....
anyone using the app notice the home and mulitask buttons are slightly larger than the back key?
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yes, i'm seeing the same behavior
Is anyone using this on viper? The only thing that is changing for me is the splash effect. Nav keys are not theming.
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pimpmaneaton said:
Is anyone using this on viper? The only thing that is changing for me is the splash effect. Nav keys are not theming.
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What's up!!!
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What's up!!!
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Hey man how the heck are ya? Looks like you decided to go HTC to I see. I got fed up with the Note 3, and gotta say this was a great replacement.
Anyone having problems with the size of some of the softkeys? It seems to be enlarging them.
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Anyone having problems with the size of some of the softkeys? It seems to be enlarging them.
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By chance did you backup your stock m8 keys is softkeyz? If so can you attach them here? I did not backup mines and the ones available in-app don't have the stock find button.
Thank you
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pimpmaneaton said:
Hey man how the heck are ya? Looks like you decided to go HTC to I see. I got fed up with the Note 3, and gotta say this was a great replacement.
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I'm doing good, what about you? Yea I got tired of the direction Sammy has been heading with Knox and more and more bloat, I love my mate!
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is their anyway to add and remove keys with this app?
for example I would like my keys to look like BACK MENU HOME RECENT SEARCH
Anybody already wasted his money for this app? You should have bought this one instead: GMD Auto Hide Soft Keys
You can also read about it here in this thread.
rootrider said:
Anybody already wasted his money for this app? You should have bought this one instead: GMD Auto Hide Soft Keys
You can also read about it here in this thread.
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that app looks like it just hides the keys...
this app in this thread changes the entire theme of the keys
pimpmaneaton said:
Hey man how the heck are ya? Looks like you decided to go HTC to I see. I got fed up with the Note 3, and gotta say this was a great replacement.
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Hey pimp yoi dont gonna update the note 10.1 rom?
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Is anyone using this on viper? The only thing that is changing for me is the splash effect. Nav keys are not theming.
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Same here
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billydroid said:
Same here
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Mine themed, but most of the time one button (in my case the recents)...was huge. and wouldn't correct itself for some reason, even if I used GravityBox to shrink the Navbar. No idea...guess I'll wait for the next update..I really like it though - lots of cool designs on there.
dubbactrumpetmsu said:
Mine themed, but most of the time one button (in my case the recents)...was huge. and wouldn't correct itself for some reason, even if I used GravityBox to shrink the Navbar. No idea...guess I'll wait for the next update..I really like it though - lots of cool designs on there.
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yep, i have same problem , i'm on viper ROM.
The app needs to be compatible with gravitybox.. will report this in the original thread app