Keyboard Manager allows you to customize what keyboard (input method) appear on input based on your phone orientation.
It displays the keyboards you have enabled on your android device, and let you select one per orientation (landscape/portrait).
As your phone switch orientation, the app automatically switch the keyboard.
The source code for the app is available at https://bitbucket.org/ne0fhyk/keyboard-manager/overview
Version 2.2:
- Bug fix: certain apps (MLB, Youtube, ...) misbehave while KM is running. This is caused by a 'transition screen', introduced in prior versions to prevent keyboard input freezes on orientation switch for older devices.
I added the option to MANUALLY DISABLE/ENABLE the 'transition screen'. Testing on Galaxy nexuses shows that affected apps stop misbehaving.
- Bug fix: fix KM's requests for root access outside of orientation switches.
Version 2.1:
Update should reduce the frequency of force closes for the swiftkey 3 keyboard.
Unfortunately, it's not possible at this point to eliminate all force closes while using swiftkey 3. The problem primarily lies with swiftkey 3, as many other keyboards (Thumb keyboard, hacker keyboard, swype,..) perform fine under Keyboard Manager.
If you think you can help, feel free to take a look at the code, and submit patches.
Version 2.0:
This version can he found on the android market by searching for Keyboard Manager.
I have open sourced the application source code to allow anyone to continue developing and improving the app.
The code can be found @ https://bitbucket.org/ne0fhyk/keyboard-manager/overview
Version 1.4:
The updated version can be found on the android market app by searching for 'Keyboard Manager'.
- Fix installation bugs issue cause by /etc/fstab read/write permissions on certain android devices.
INSTALLATION ISSUES FIX:
MOTOROLA ATRIX USERS, please follow the steps below if you cannot start the app after installing it.
If you are unable to launch the app after installation, please follow these steps:
- Look in your sdcard folder for the directory /Android/data/com.ne0fhykLabs.android.utility.kmLauncher/files/
- There should be an apk file there, Keyboardmanager.x.y.apk, where x,y stands for the version number
- Copy that file to /system/app/, and change the permissions to rw-r--r-- (Read/write for owner, read for group, and read for other)
- Reboot your device, and try running the app again.
If the problem still persists, please contact me through xda, or at [email protected]
Version 1.3:
The updated version can be found on the android market app by searching for 'Keyboard Manager'.
This update contains fixes to installation bugs, as well as better error reporting.
Version 1.2:
I uploaded an updated version of the app to the android market.
It can be found here( Mod edit: No Market links for paid apps) or on the 'android market' app by searching for 'Keyboard Manager'.
This update should fix the installation issue, and make it easier to push future updates to users.
Again feedbacks are welcome, and greatly appreciated.
Version 1.1:
Requirement:
- rooted android device (app was tested on Samsung captivate with Cognition v2.3b8 rom)
Installation:
a- Download, and install the apk file KMLauncher.1.1.apk
b- If KMLauncher.1.1.apk failed to install on your device, download KeyboardManager.1.1.apk manually to your sdcard, and follow the instructions for v1.0
The app should be visible in your launcher as 'Keyboard Manager'
Update:
- added KeyboardManager.1.1.apk for cases where KMLauncher.1.1.apk failed to install
- added/implemented 'start on boot' option
- notification disabled by default. added option to enable it
- ease up installation method
- removed freeze on orientation switch
Bugs:
- Depending on the foreground app, there might be a slight lag in the keyboard switch.
- KMLauncher.1.1.apk has trouble installing on certain devices. If this happens, please report device information, and follow instructions for KeyboardManager.1.1.apk. I am working on a fix for KMLauncher.1.1.apk
Version 1.0:
Requirements:
- Rooted android device (app was tested on Samsung captivate 2.1)
- Root Explorer app, or similar app that allows you to edit the permissions of a file.
To install:
1- Download the app (KeyboardManager.apk) on your device sdcard.
2- Using Root Explorer, move the apk file to /system/app
3- Using Root Explorer, edit the file permissions like below:
-- User: 'Read/Write' checked
--Group: 'Read' checked
--Others: 'Read' checked
4- Exit Root Explorer
The app should be visible in your launcher as 'Keyboard Manager'
Update:
- Added option to disable notification icon
-' start on boot' feature is disabled because it's not yet complete and tested... Sorry for the confusion
Bugs:
-On certain applications (i.e: Messaging on Samsung Captivate), the input window occasionally freeze on orientation switch. Exiting the app, and resuming should fix it.
Thanks!
- ne0fhyk
Sweet, thanks for the update.
need option to disable notfication icon
only have two things wrong
1. notification that the app is running stays in notification bar
2. when I switch it doesn't freeze but it closes the keyboard and have to reclick to open the keyboard back up
other than that works great
Sent from my Samsung Fascinate using XDA App
The notification icon is intended to remind the user that the service is running. I will add an option to disable it.
Does it close the keyboard everytime?
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I897 using XDA App
ne0fhyk said:
The notification icon is intended to remind the user that the service is running. I will add an option to disable it.
Does it close the keyboard everytime?
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I897 using XDA App
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using nexus one it doesnt change kb everytime from portrait to landscape mode.. stays in the same mode sometimes.
yea I flipped it several times it switched everyone but closed the keyboard. not a fc or anything just dropped the board
Sent from my Samsung Fascinate using XDA App
wow.. these looks really promising! Will it work on any rom, or is it specific to certain types?
is this the same version that was posted in the middle of some thread a couple months ago?
want to know if I need to update or not.
Works perfectly for me on droid x
rmoney said:
is this the same version that was posted in the middle of some thread a couple months ago?
want to know if I need to update or not.
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It is an updated version.
Ditto on getting rid of the notification icon.
For me it isn't working. When configured it, and every time I switch between orientations, I get this message
"Exception caught: java.lang.SecurityException: Using null token requires permission android.permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS"
I thought it was a little strange, but when I installed it it said it didn't require any permissions. That didn't seem right to me...
bonikowsky said:
Ditto on getting rid of the notification icon.
For me it isn't working. When configured it, and every time I switch between orientations, I get this message
"Exception caught: java.lang.SecurityException: Using null token requires permission android.permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS"
I thought it was a little strange, but when I installed it it said it didn't require any permissions. That didn't seem right to me...
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Did you follow the instructions to install. Based on your description, it seems you install it like a regular app.
After you install restart (reboot) your phone. App is awesome dude, few glitches still on the incredible, but much better then the last version!
Good app!!
A sugestion for an extended version: choose keyboard based on the app you are usin (swipe for handcent and stock for search for example). That would turn this app into something unique!
Thanks!
Enable service on boot is grayed out for some reason and the notification persists even after unchecking the box. 2.2 droid x
BUT! This app is awesome. Been waiting for something like this. Thanks so much
Nitromind said:
Good app!!
A sugestion for an extended version: choose keyboard based on the app you are usin (swipe for handcent and stock for search for example). That would turn this app into something unique!
Thanks!
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It's already pretty unique. ;-)
The "enable on boot" option is grayed out on my Droid X.
Worked the first time when I tested it in search, but all subsequent attempts failed when I went into landscape. Also, the notification icon at the top is still showing even though I had it disabled. That boot option is grayed out for me too (I don't know if that's a bug). EVO
It works as far as switching from portrait to keyboard, but when I switch from Portrait (Swype) to landscape (multi) in Handcent, I cannot see what I'm typing in landscape until I rotate back to portrait. The text entry box is there and the keyboard behaves normally, but nothing shows up in the box I'm typing into until I rotate. This happens whether or not I type anything in portrait prior to rotating. I have a Droid X.
Glad to see this being developed though!
I am not sure if any body wants this but I snatched this from the new gapps 10/11/12.
Changes from what I noticed:
-It let's you remove apps you uninstalled and are in the ALL section.
-Now when searching apps and you click an app then back out it remembers your location in the list instead of resetting to the top.
-When you install an app the icon of the app is in the notification drawer
Enjoy
Sent from my rocket that just exploded... Boom!
Just wanted to add that this version of play store is also in the new gapps package
My stock ROM sucks because I'm running orthus 5 on my skyrocket.
Manage individual application permissions
Set DPI on a per app basis (like ParanoidAndroid)
Set language by application
*Other modules as created by.... anyone!
Should work on ANY stock or AOSP device as it is just a standard framework modification!
This is NOT my work. I'm just passing on some fantastic development! It works flawlessly on CM10 on my ATT Galaxy 8.9 i957.
*I don't believe this is from anyone within Team Xposed either.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1574401
(updated to point at original OP)
http://www.villainrom.co.uk/forum/index.php?microdownloads/5/viewfile
(Xposed App which provides capabilities listed above)
http://www.villainrom.co.uk/forum/forums/xposed_framework_mods
(all currently available modules)
Jiggity Janx said:
Manage individual application permissions (like PDroid)
Set DPI on a per app basis (like ParanoidAndroid)
Set language by application
*Other modules as created by.... anyone!
Should work on ANY stock or AOSP device as it is just a standard framework modification!
This is NOT my work. I'm just passing on some fantastic development! It works flawlessly on CM10 on my ATT Galaxy 8.9 i957.
*I don't believe this is from anyone within Team Xposed either.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1574401
(updated to point at original OP)
http://www.villainrom.co.uk/forum/index.php?microdownloads/5/viewfile
(Xposed App which provides capabilities listed above)
http://www.villainrom.co.uk/forum/forums/xposed_framework_mods
(all currently available modules)
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Is this confirmed to work on Verizon variant?
sent telepathically
Works
Sent from my SCH-I535 using xda app-developers app
This is awesome. It runs the app just like Windows does with "Compatibility Mode". Highly recommended if you have your DPI set to anything other than stock (breaks the Play Store).
Use this app to make the phone think it's still using its default DPI when running certain apps like:
Play Store
"This app is not compatible ..."
Some "invisible" text.
Phone/Contacts
Excessive "white space" on right and bottom
"Invisible" buttons.
Camera
Bad lag when starting if the storage location is big and slow (like my 32GB class 4 SD card). I don't know why it makes a difference.
Any other app that doesn't like non-standard resolutions.
You can also use it to force apps to run in a certain screen orientation, like that stubborn Triple Town that won't respect the "Lock orientation" setting or file explorers that don't really need a landscape view. Note that apps that are not programmed for landscape view will not look good when forced into landscape view.
There's always the argument "If you wanted stock Android, why didn't you get yourself a Pixel or another device running stock Android?" We won't go in there. Everyone has a reason.
I'm going to show you how you can make your Samsung Experience ROM look and work like as close to stock Android as possible, without having to flash a broken AOSP ROM. With all due respect to the Developers, let's face it. None of the AOSP ROM's are daily driver material IMHO. You may disagree and that is totally fine.
For this, we're going to need a few apps:
- Magisk
- Google Framework Magisk Module
- Ruthless Pixel Launcher
- Material Notification Shade
- Google Dialer App
- Google Contacts App
- Pixel IP (Icon Pack)
- Pixel Live Wallpaper XDA Thread (Optional)
These are the essential apps. If you want, you can replace most Samsung Apps with Google Apps. This could include the Calendar App, Clock App and many other Apps Samsung feels the need to duplicate.
1. Root your device with Magisk. This'll install Magisk Manager on your device. There are countless guides on how to do this.
2. Open Magisk Manager, and from the Sidebar, got to Downloads. Here, search for and install the Google Framework Magisk Module.
3. Reboot after the module is installed.
4. Clear cache and data of your Play Store. Alternatively, wait a couple minutes to hours.
5. Now, practically all Google Apps will now be shown as compatible with your Samsung S7 Flat/Edge. But be careful. There are reasons why some apps are not compatible.
6. Search for and install the Google Dialer and Contacts app.
7. Go to Setting>Apps>3 Dot Menu> and set Google Dialer as your default contacts and phone app.
8. Search and install Material Notification Shade. Optionally buy the pro version via IAP.
9. Go to Settings>Themes And Wallpapers.
10. Search, install and apply "Pixel" Theme by "MINU".
11. Install Ruthless Pixel Launcher.
This should do it now. I hope you're gonna enjoy it as much as I do.