Is it possible to modify the DPI of the system via build prop on the Nexus 5 like I have done in the past with my Samsung phones? Stock icons are always much to large for me and stock apps font to large.
HughesNet said:
Is it possible to modify the DPI of the system via build prop on the Nexus 5 like I have done in the past with my Samsung phones? Stock icons are always much to large for me and stock apps font to large.
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Never mind. It would appear the answer is yes. Nice. 340dpi is looking nice.
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HughesNet said:
Never mind. It would appear the answer is yes. Nice. 340dpi is looking nice.
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Did you just root stock 4.4? Or did you flash one of the built ones? And have you seen any bugs anywhere?
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Showme1 said:
Did you just root stock 4.4? Or did you flash one of the built ones? And have you seen any bugs anywhere?
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I've modified my buildprop too, with rooted stock rom. I just used RomToolbox Lite to modify my buildprop, but there are many other ways to do that. Haven't noticed any bugs.
Megiddo2000 said:
I've modified my buildprop too, with rooted stock rom. I just used RomToolbox Lite to modify my buildprop, but there are many other ways to do that. Haven't noticed any bugs.
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Can you show screenshot?:laugh:
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Can you show screenshot?:laugh:
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I would, but I'm too lazy to screenshot, connect to comp, and upload it. Sorry :silly:
If your device is rooted, it's a really simple procedure to test out your own dpi values. It's really just opening a buildprop editor, and popping in some new numbers.
If you're device isn't rooted, and you're on the fence about rooting, and dpi is influencing that, just root it. You won't regret it.
I've changed mine to 320 in the build.prop and it looks nice. A lot better than stock. The only bug I have noticed is when I am in an app and press the home button, it returns to the home screen and the keyboard pops up. Just to trouble shoot I returned to the stock DPI and it didn't do it anymore. But its a minor annoyance.
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Tried 380
Jacob030 said:
I've changed mine to 320 in the build.prop and it looks nice. A lot better than stock. The only bug I have noticed is when I am in an app and press the home button, it returns to the home screen and the keyboard pops up. Just to trouble shoot I returned to the stock DPI and it didn't do it anymore. But its a minor annoyance.
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So I set it to 380 and I thought things were too small. Also my App list button was off center and couldn't be moved. What DPI settings would scale well with 480 ?
Thanks!
EDIT- I think 420 works great. It reduces the Icon sizes by just the right amount, but yields no extra screen space.
Interesting. At 320 you are essentially telling your phone that it's a 7" tablet.
If it was just fonts and not icons, there are system font settings you can turn down as well under Display or Accessibility. For icons, would otherwise need a custom launcher.
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I've changed mine to 320 in the build.prop and it looks nice. A lot better than stock. The only bug I have noticed is when I am in an app and press the home button, it returns to the home screen and the keyboard pops up. Just to trouble shoot I returned to the stock DPI and it didn't do it anymore. But its a minor annoyance.
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Same problem here
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You can just tap home again and the keyboard goes down or the minimize button. And if you use a different launcher of course it is a non issue. I may go slightly larger then 340. It is perfect for in my hands but a little hard to read text while in my car dock
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I've always used 209 on most my devices but with this enormous screen I think we could go much smaller. Usually changing the density messes with certain apps. Anyone have suggestions on the best settings that has worked for them on the TB?
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@youneek, i had tried both of the lcd density apps (paid and free ones) and neither of them works on the thunderbolt. quite disappointed because the first thing i wanted to do after rooting was to change that density.
*sigh*
hopefully the developers are working on it. i guess i need to go ahead and be pro-active and email them about it.
were you able to change it at all from the default 240?
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@youneek, i had tried both of the lcd density apps (paid and free ones) and neither of them works on the thunderbolt. quite disappointed because the first thing i wanted to do after rooting was to change that density.
*sigh*
hopefully the developers are working on it. i guess i need to go ahead and be pro-active and email them about it.
were you able to change it at all from the default 240?
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pretty sure you have to be rooted to change the density? if you are not it won't.
second, I came from the evo, and I liked 185. Only app it messed up was speedtest.net, and even then it was just smaller with spaces around it. I use swype so it making the stock keyboard all tiny didn't matter to me.
You can manually edit your build.prop if you are rooted. I'm using 209 since widgets align perfect on LP when using extra columns. Might try to go one up and reboot while taking screen shots each time.
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I'm using 210 and it works well for me, haven't really had the urge to make it smaller as of yet.
Wow, 185 looks great. Just wish sense worked better for font overlapping.
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some screen caps of the different density for those wondering
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some screen caps of the different density for those wondering
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Terrible screen to show the difference lol. 210 and 185 look the same with your setup. I guess I should do screenies of mine since it is insanely different because I use Launcher Pro and not the stock launcher. Aslo apps like facebook will look dramatically different between 210 and 185.
Not trying to slam you or anything, just explaining because someone is going to ask why they don't look different.
I like sense so that's what I use... The 185 chops off the icon names... 210 is ok but it breaks the flip in the clock... Posted just to give an idea... No offense taken
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two_cents said:
I like sense so that's what I use... The 185 chops off the icon names... 210 is ok but it breaks the flip in the clock... Posted just to give an idea... No offense taken
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LOL I didn't even notice what it does to the sense clock. I guess if you want to keep Sense you will want to not use 185.
Although changing the LCD density on this phone is very different from the Evo that I came from. The density change on the TB only changes somethings, not everything, like it does on the evo.
The thing I noticed about not setting a device to its correct native ppi, is that you won't get sharp 1:1 pixels but blurred antialiased pixels instead. Which makes sense, doesn't it?
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Using root manage i did a search for build.prop to play around (back up naturally) with the LCD Denisty. During the search i fould 2 build.props. One located /data/data/com.android.browser/app_plugins/build.prop and the other /system/build.prop... Do I need to sync the two values of will changing /system/build.prop be sufficient?
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The thing I noticed about not setting a device to its correct native ppi, is that you won't get sharp 1:1 pixels but blurred antialiased pixels instead. Which makes sense, doesn't it?
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Yeah, you can say that would be the equivalent of setting a 1920x1200 resolution lcd monitor on your computer to 1900x1080 or something lower. The screen will obviously be blurry because it's not the native (optimal) resolution. It's not a good idea to do that on your computer, so I am not following why it would be on your phone.
I am looking for a way to change the screen dpi (also called density or resolution) from and have it stick during a reboot. The current 240dpi is just too big and 190 looks just right to me.
I have tried a couple apps from the market (LCD DENSITY and LCD DENSITY CHANGER) and both work, but do not stick after a reboot. When I had the HTC HD2 I know you could edit the build.prop or something similar and get it to stick, but don't know if this can be done on the Nexus or not.
Does anyone have any ideas? I've used search and surprisingly found very little pertaining to changing the density on the Nexus.
Thanks for your help!
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I am looking for a way to change the screen dpi (also called density or resolution) from and have it stick during a reboot. The current 240dpi is just too big and 190 looks just right to me.
I have tried a couple apps from the market (LCD DENSITY and LCD DENSITY CHANGER) and both work, but do not stick after a reboot. When I had the HTC HD2 I know you could edit the build.prop or something similar and get it to stick, but don't know if this can be done on the Nexus or not.
Does anyone have any ideas? I've used search and surprisingly found very little pertaining to changing the density on the Nexus.
Thanks for your help!
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you can just edit your build.prop file. its in /system/build.prop/. i use root explorer. after changing it and saving it, all you do is reboot for it to take affect.
heres a screenshot of my build.prop file, the line you want to edit has the curser behind it. and a screenshot of my homescreen and icons with the number set to 230 instead of 240..
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method2madness said:
I am looking for a way to change the screen dpi (also called density or resolution) from and have it stick during a reboot. The current 240dpi is just too big and 190 looks just right to me.
I have tried a couple apps from the market (LCD DENSITY and LCD DENSITY CHANGER) and both work, but do not stick after a reboot. When I had the HTC HD2 I know you could edit the build.prop or something similar and get it to stick, but don't know if this can be done on the Nexus or not.
Does anyone have any ideas? I've used search and surprisingly found very little pertaining to changing the density on the Nexus.
Thanks for your help!
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I also use the build.prop method, but I use 165
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That did it! You're the man. Thanks a bunch!
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I also use the build.prop method, but I use 165
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Wow. And I thought 190 was small! You must have awesome eyes.
Use exactly 200. Its equals out a little over qhd resolutions. 960x560 or something. Someone else filled me in on his to do the math and I went from there. Trust me 200 is what you want. Anything smaller and text starts to become grainy. I worked out the math a few months ago in my epic.
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RushAOZ said:
Use exactly 200. Its equals out a little over qhd resolutions. 960x560 or something. Someone else filled me in on his to do the math and I went from there. Trust me 200 is what you want. Anything smaller and text starts to become grainy. I worked out the math a few months ago in my epic.
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Hmm. I'm using 190 as I type this and have no complaints whatsoever. Text is very crisp and the size is perfect. I changed the columns in Launcher Pro Plus to 6 and am loving life.
Oh yea. One thing. The market homescreen is a little messed up, but nothing to get in a tizzy over. I never stay on that screen very long anyway.
I tried dpi 200 and I liked it, but unfortunately lot of apps which I have installed is now not compatible
Is there anyway to fix it? Because I like 200 dpi and want to keep it, 240 is just too much for me.
Revin said:
I tried dpi 200 and I liked it, but unfortunately lot of apps which I have installed is now not compatible
Is there anyway to fix it? Because I like 200 dpi and want to keep it, 240 is just too much for me.
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Download a program from the market called "LCD Density". It allows you to make a temporary dpi change that resets back to normal after a hard reboot. Just temporarily set your DPI to 240 with LCD Density (it will do a soft reboot to apply the setting), download and install what you want from the market, then just do a hard reboot and Viola.
I was wondering if anyone have ever used the LCD Density changer application in the Android Market. If so, which would be the best way to correct the issues with the dialer being out of place after the density change. I prefer having smaller text on the screen that is why I've opt to changing the density to 200 and below in the settings. I will post a screenshot of the issue I am having after the density change.
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The problem is if you alter it at all. When you get on the market it will say device not compatible for 90 percent of the apps. And wont let you download them. Youll have to change it back when you want to download apps.
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The problem is if you alter it at all. When you get on the market it will say device not compatible for 90 percent of the apps. And wont let you download them. Youll have to change it back when you want to download apps.
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I also noticed my text werent coming through when my density was changed. After i rebooted they came in.
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silver03wrx said:
The problem is if you alter it at all. When you get on the market it will say device not compatible for 90 percent of the apps. And wont let you download them. Youll have to change it back when you want to download apps.
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Which is the best way to get smaller text within the whole ui? I used spare parts + to make the text smaller but I'd prefer the text size to a bit smaller throught the ui.
UPDATE: So I found a way around the incompatible app situation.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1404897
**UPDATE: I've also found an app in the market called LCD Density Modder Pro, which claims to fix the market compatibility issues. Purchased and testing. Will update with more information after testing for some time.
awaiting your reply
200 has been best for me, I just ignore the dialpad
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200 has been best for me, I just ignore the dialpad
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same here, and i honestly dont have that many issues with the market doing this either.....i still get the occasional market error. but 90% of the ones i download, download just fine.
I've been using density changer, no problem. Except fire the market problem
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200 has been best for me, I just ignore the dialpad
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I just hate the dialer issue. There are some other problems when changing the resolution.. Wish it wouldnt cause problems with other applications because I love how the whole UI looks when the fonts are much smaller.
Didn't even know this existed
This is my screenshot with 200 density.
Everything looks great except for Dial Pad.
I used Rom Toolbox to have the density set permanently. Even after reboot.
I love it
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Check out dialer 1 in the market
I run 190-200
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Been using 720p res, crazy lol
Also 720p here. Using Go Launcher Ex and Go Dialer which has awesome themes...iphone keyboard also! Everything works fine and youtube videos look two or three times better. Checkout big buck bunny on youtube at different settings then on 720p and be amazed..
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I prefer 180
do u guys outside of the market issues.. have problems with texts not coming in when changing it from 240?
Juroid said:
This is my screenshot with 200 density.
Everything looks great except for Dial Pad.
I used Rom Toolbox to have the density set permanently. Even after reboot.
I love it
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Don't you have problems with Market updates?
I use LCD resolution and have never had issues with the market
I haven't had that issue. Texts come in just fine.
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Been using 720p res, crazy lol
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what is the density that you've used?
What is the best and easiest way to change the DPI on the One? I assume root is required as well?
Yes you need root, simplest way is texdroider_dpi free on store...
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Thanks!
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FYI I use 380dpi seems perfect for opo..
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FYI I use 380dpi seems perfect for opo..
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Awesome. Thanks for this info! Will this change DPI throughout the ROM?
I'm using a 380 DPI ROM on my G2 and I love it. I thought they had to change the DPI for specific apps though...
It just changes the build.prop entry, if anything else needs to be done you'll have to use xposed framework and the DPI setter tool in there...
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I use 420 dpi also agreed with Wombat, texdroid dpi works well.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.texdroider.texdroider_dpi
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I use 420 dpi also agreed with Wombat, texdroid dpi works well.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.texdroider.texdroider_dpi
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thanks for the info and the link. You were Right. 420 dpi looks great!
tried 380 setting today and I love it not going to change, this is just perfect for OPO
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now I have the whole Apex settings on one page, just an example
edit build.prop ??
To change the dpi can I just root and then edit the build.prop file? This is what I did on my S4 and it worked fine.
Cheers
ti325 said:
To change the dpi can I just root and then edit the build.prop file? This is what I did on my S4 and it worked fine.
Cheers
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Yes you can... either that or use texdroid. Up to you.
Will this affect functionality of the Google play store and app updates?
Thanks
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Will this affect functionality of the Google play store and app updates?
Thanks
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no issues on my part at all. I am on 440 and I still get updates when they are there. If you are worried use slim gapps/play store since there rom comes with a different dpi
I use xposed with Module app settings, it extrem smart .
I hope hybrid engine will come to PA 4.5
I have a question.
texdroider shows that my current dpi is 480, what is the advantage to reduce it to 420 or even to 380????
Can't get where is the catch?
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I have a question.
texdroider shows that my current dpi is 480, what is the advantage to reduce it to 420 or even to 380????
Can't get where is the catch?
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Advantage is that your phone screen is more zoomed out so things won't appear as big. Most noticeable in settings. Google search on what dpi is. Just change the dpi. Give it a try, don't like it? Revert back to 480. It's free anyways.
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Will this affect functionality of the Google play store and app updates?
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Im on 380 and having no issues what so ever
I changed my DPI to 420 and immediately noticed the small hexagon on the notification pull-down goes off-center. Normal?
Salty Wagyu said:
I changed my DPI to 420 and immediately noticed the small hexagon on the notification pull-down goes off-center. Normal?
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Looks like a theme problem.
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I changed my DPI to 420 and immediately noticed the small hexagon on the notification pull-down goes off-center. Normal?
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I have mine set to 380 and have no such problem.
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I thought it would be nice for us Tribute users to have a place to share our home screens, so we can all share what we've done to our tributes! so post a screenshot of your home screen here.. I'll start by sharing mine.
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I thought it would be nice for us Tribute users to have a place to share our home screens, so we can all share what we've done to our tributes! so post a screenshot of your home screen here.. I'll start by sharing mine.
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I figured I would try to get this ball rolling lol here is one of mine
Edit: had to add this one lol btw long press back= flashlight recent app window shows ram if I long press its screenshot exposed is awesome been trying out different modules all night just about.
Edit2: it would also be nice if we could share wallpapers or links to Good ones for 480 x 800
So I was searching the web and decided to look for new wallpaper so I chose lollipop and found a bunch if anyone is looking just type in lollipop wallpaper 960x800 there are alot of good ones if this helped hit the thanx button
Edit: 480x800 but for it to look right on the phone you have to 480x 2=960 (960x 800)
Not generic at all.
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Here is my home screen. I set the DPI to 200 in build.prop, and running nova launcher prime I increased icon size 10%. This really improved the usability of the phone for me, I can see more of apps and websites at once. Seems to fit the screen size much better, where before everything seemed too large. The soft buttons now take up less room as well. (The tribute's screen is 207 PPI)
I also included a shot of the default scaling of the reddit website. You can always change the text scaling in chrome if things default too small, I run 110%
I've had one person guess the tribute's screen was 720p, and another 1080p. Goes to show the PPI on phones reached "enough" a while ago.
looks good! I use nova launcher prime as well. kudos on using open camera and real calc, I use them myself and they're both great!!
I'm really liking the nova launcher and this icon pack. As far as changing my status bar, I can change all the font colors except my LTE indictor. Looked it up and couldn't find anything except that it might have to be Virgin Mobile custom rom to change it. Can anyone confirm this?
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I'm really liking the nova launcher and this icon pack. As far as changing my status bar, I can change all the font colors except my LTE indictor. Looked it up and couldn't find anything except that it might have to be Virgin Mobile custom rom to change it. Can anyone confirm this?
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I changed it with ether gravity box or g3 tweakbox think it was tweakbox but it dont give you to many colors to choose from
Flashed an Xperia Z3 pack
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Flashed an Xperia Z3 pack
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looks good.. nice and clean! I like it!!
here's my latest.. using nova prime, G3 tweaksbox. status bars are always black (I hate that colored status bar BS) and DPI is set to 220. various other tweaks as well.
well I guess the image isn't uploading for some reason... :/
well, the XDA app is being dumb and not letting me upload images right now, so if anyone's interested, you can check it out on my Dropbox:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/lnujv7vb1emdeup/Screenshot_2015-05-11-22-11-05.png?dl=0