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Hey there. I'm new to XDA, but have experience in "playing with" my Hero
So today I flashed a custom ROM which is FROYO_2.2.1_Final_Android_Stock.
I like the rom. But, unfortunately it doesn'd support my native language fonts. I mean Armenian language.
While I had my original android 2.1, I managed to replace the stock fonts with some other Unicode ttf, which had the armenian support.
So I tried the same method now. (just copied new fonts in the system folder). But after reboot I got stuck on the "android" screen. Well, reflashed the rom....
So my question is: Is there a way to replace the fonts with some other? DjView_fonts for example.
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Used the FontPack-DejaVuSans.zip from this thread. Just flashed it through recovery.
Well, on the developer's page there is an update called custom fonts. I downloaded the zip file and changed only the ttf fonts with my preferable ones. But when I tried to flash the zip, it said "Package verification failed on DroidSans-Bold.ttf".
Am I doing something wrong? How else can I replace the fonts? PLEASE HELP...
Hey to all,
this is a short tutorial how Devs but also "normal user" can add Arabic Support to a Custom Rom. (This process is usable for other Samsung smartphones, too).
1) Requirements
2) Downloads
3) How to apply Patch...
3.1) ...with Root Explorer
3.2) ...with a .zip Rom
1) Requirements
1. Your device needs to be rooted. (If you use the Root Explorer method)
2. Your Android version is 2.1 or newer
3. Your ROM needs to be deodexed. To find out if your installed ROM is deodexed, navigate to /system/framework on your phone. If you see a file called framework.odex then this patch will NOT work for you.
4. Your rom is NOT based on MIUI.
2) Downloads
1. Arabic Patcher (requires Windows)
2. If you use the Root Explorer method you will need Root Explorer (available in Market) or something comparable
If something goes wrong using this method reply and i´ll help you
Author of this tool is madmack! Link to his homepage
3) HowTo apply the patch
3.1) ...with Root Explorer
1. Download Arabic Patcher and extract it
2. Pull /system/framework/framework.jar from your phone and place it in the subfolder called "input" that you extracted in step 1. If you’re not using a CyanogenMod ROM (like Stock I9003 Roms), then you’ll also need to pull /system/lib/libandroid_runtime.so from your phone and place it in subfolder input that you extracted in step 1
! If you’re interested in getting arabic shaping in the Browser, pull file /system/lib/libwebcore.so from your phone and place it in subfolder input as well !
3. Double click on commands.exe. Do not close the black cmd screens that will pop up. Once the patch is done, you should get a patched framework.jar in the subfolder output.
4. Put file output/framework.jar in your phone at /system/framework/
5. Put file output/libandroid_runtime.so in your phone at /system/lib/
6. Put file output/libicuuc-arabic.so in your phone at /system/lib/ This is extremely important, failing to place this file will result in a boot loop of your deivce
7. If file exists: Place file output/libwebcore.so in your phone at /system/lib/
8. If file exists: Place file output/lib__bcore.so in your phone at /system/lib/
Also included, the Aljazeera fonts in fonts. You can place these in /system/fonts and reboot Sometimes permissions and xml data doesn’t get updated correctly resulting in corrupted data entries. If you receive a bunch of Force Closes after a reboot, you’ll need to Factory Reset.
3) HowTo apply the patch
3.2) ...with a .zip Rom
1. Download Arabic Patcher and extract it
1.1 Download the Rom you want to patch
2. Extract the .zip of your Rom and search for /system/framework/framework.jar. Pull it and place it in the subfolder called "input" that you extracted in step 1. If you’re not using a CyanogenMod ROM (like Stock I9003 Roms), then you’ll also need to pull /system/lib/libandroid_runtime.so from your phone and place it in subfolder input that you extracted in step 1
! If you’re interested in getting arabic shaping in the Browser, pull file /system/lib/libwebcore.so and place it in subfolder input as well !
3. Double click on commands.exe. Do not close the black cmd screens that will pop up. Once the patch is done, you should get a patched framework.jar in the subfolder output.
4. Put file output/framework.jar in .zip at /system/framework/
5. Put file output/libandroid_runtime.so in .zip at /system/lib/
6. Put file output/libicuuc-arabic.so in .zip at /system/lib/ This is extremely important, failing to place this file will result in a boot loop of your deivce
7. If file exists: Place file output/libwebcore.so in .zip at /system/lib/
8. If file exists: Place file output/lib__bcore.so in .zip at /system/lib/
Also included, the Aljazeera fonts in fonts. You can place these in /system/fonts and reboot Sometimes permissions and xml data doesn’t get updated correctly resulting in corrupted data entries. If you receive a bunch of Force Closes after a reboot, you’ll need to Factory Reset.
nice info dude
How about Asian language? Eg. Chinese? Any method to make a patch?
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Nice One dude as many are requesting for that...
I'll try it man... but if this works then you are officially my new Hero !!!
Ok it works Fine man you r a genius !!! i used it on Cranium.zip & then i flashed it & it now can read Arabic fonts Properly, but Arabic is not included in the Local settings therefore no Arabic Keyboard...
but i have one more Question though... if i used a theme & replaced Framework.jar file do i have to patch it again ?!
iceman-x9 said:
Ok it works Fine man you r a genius !!! i used it on Cranium.zip & then i flashed it & it now can read Arabic fonts Properly, but Arabic is not included in the Local settings therefore no Arabic Keyboard...
but i have one more Question though... if i used a theme & replaced Framework.jar file do i have to patch it again ?!
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Yes, you have to apply the path again.
See attachement for an arabic keyboard, install it and then under "language in and output" (or sth like that) aktivate it. (I idon´t tested it, but it should work)
PS: Press thanks button
Thanks fuss132 Nice tutorial it will help a lot
thanx man realy>>ur my hero
thanks fuss.....i had already found this,but the whole page was in arabic and translate sucks
Thanks for the Info
you are my hero
it works like charm
Only works on custom ROM's, meaning I can only use it if i have Cranium or CM7 when they make it right?
Baladya said:
Only works on custom ROM's, meaning I can only use it if i have Cranium or CM7 when they make it right?
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thats not true i'm using it in XXKPM without any problems
thx... work fine in my xxkpm...
does any one test it on XXKB3 ?
nimafire said:
does any one test it on XXKB3 ?
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It´s working on Froyo, too.
Only requires Android 2.1+
problem in messages
thanks for the big efforts , but i have problem when sending messages from my i9003 2.3.6 custom rom ,the recipient have squares instead from arabic letters.
could you help please....
Hi everyone,
I've finally rooted my phone and installed Endymion's awesome rom. It's been working great so far, except that it doesn't display chinese characters (although it has chinese IME, in which the characters only show up as boxes)
Is there any way to install the font manually? Tried searching the forums with no luck.
Thanks in advance!
I have no experience with Chinese characters, but I'm guessing some app like Font Installer (sorry, can't post links yet) should allow you to find a font that includes them.
Yobby said:
I have no experience with Chinese characters, but I'm guessing some app like Font Installer (sorry, can't post links yet) should allow you to find a font that includes them.
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The best way is
1) Download any Chinese Unicode font
2) download Es file explore form market
3) put font to your sd card
4) open Es file explorer, goto setting and root options,
5) check mount system rw
6) rename font as DroidSansFallback.ttf, and copy
7) now go to system, fonts folder, and paste.
It will ask to replace, press yes. Reboot and enjoy
hi
here z port to x10!
all apps are working except media player and photo app(don't no y? still working on it)
make a backup before trying.
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?hv9s6epc64vwsb6
Hi!! this seems to be a good choice for my x10....
Do I hace to install it as a custom rom?? from xrecovery?? I'm with Unlock Booloader so I suppose I need the stock kernel.... Sorry for my english, Still learning it
Using:
v7 X10S rom
DoomKernel
aiit guys, this is a file i compiled from the needed stuff from the rom in this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671574
Should work on CM7 roms. Problem is its not a signed zip (bcs idk how to), so you guys have to copy paste and change permissions yourselves.
another thing is that you need to cross check your build.prop with the one inside. There are a few lines that need to be copied... im not sure what yours is missing so Crosscheck and try to change most stuff to sony.
If you are using linux (ubuntu/fedora) (well with nautilus) just download SSHDroid from the market. turn it on and crtl+L in nautilus type in the link (eg.sftp://[email protected]) then it will ask for password which by default is "admin"
after that you can basically copy your files into the system folder.
(you can also select the files choose properties and under permissions tab edit your perms. ) good luck! enjoy your working gallery
everything works and not work like in the thread i linked above
Download
http://www.mediafire.com/?64l50wul7waiho5
You should use logcat to see which lib is required for each app.
tryantar said:
aiit guys, this is a file i compiled from the needed stuff from the rom in this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671574
Should work on CM7 roms. Problem is its not a signed zip (bcs idk how to), so you guys have to copy paste and change permissions yourselves.
another thing is that you need to cross check your build.prop with the one inside. There are a few lines that need to be copied... im not sure what yours is missing so Crosscheck and try to change most stuff to sony.
If you are using linux (ubuntu/fedora) (well with nautilus) just download SSHDroid from the market. turn it on and crtl+L in nautilus type in the link (eg.sftp://[email protected]) then it will ask for password which by default is "admin"
after that you can basically copy your files into the system folder.
(you can also select the files choose properties and under permissions tab edit your perms. ) good luck! enjoy your working gallery
everything works and not work like in the thread i linked above
Download
http://www.mediafire.com/?64l50wul7waiho5
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Good work, thank you, but I want to know if it possible to make a xRecovery zip ?
Its possible just not by me... i have no idea how that works @[email protected] tho i just selected a few of the stuff needed by you guys
Hi All,
By default in Android version 2.x(Gingerbread) Indian fonts are not supported so as a workaround we will be using “opera mini” to view the same.
The procedure given below will enable you to view/type Indian fonts in your android mobile including sms/twitter and blah blah blah…
IMPORTANT:: This procedure requires your mobile to be rooted since it involves placing a tamil font file in system directory.
Guide to ROOT your android mobile can be found in http://forum.xda-developers.com/ ,if you are not successful in finding or not sure of the procedure feel free to get back to me.
1. Download Indian font from this link http://www.mediafire.com/?6isti7ew908mwiy and copy to your SD Card
2. Download ES File Explorer to your android mobile from the link https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.estrongs.android.pop&hl=en
3. In ES file Explorer go to SettingsPath settings put a check mark in “Up to Root” move a little below you will find “root settings” In it enable “root Explorer”(you will get a popup asking for root permission just click OK in it) also enable “Mount File system” under “root settings”. <This is done to make sure that “/system/fonts/” is editable>
4. Delete “DroidSansFallback.ttf” present in /system/fonts/ and copy the new(the one you have downloaded) “DroidSansFallback.ttf” from your SD card to /system/fonts/
5. After copying long press over “DroidSansFallback.ttf” select “properties” permissions must be “rw- r-- r-- “ , If not change the same.
6. Now reboot the phone and you can enjoy Enjoy Indian fonts
For typing in Indian Fonts search your respective keyboards in Google/Google Play store, I have given the links for Tamil keyboard below.
Tamil Keyboard https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mak.tamil&hl=en
ThamiZha! -Tamil Visai https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tamil.visai&hl=en I personally prefer using Tamil visai since it is easy to type
Have tested this procedure successfully on HTC Desire S, HTC Widfire S, Samsung Galaxy Ace and Samsung Galaxy Fit.
Regards,
Sakthi Kumar Chandrabose
csakthikumar said:
Hi All,
By default in Android version 2.x(Gingerbread) Indian fonts are not supported so as a workaround we will be using “opera mini” to view the same.
The procedure given below will enable you to view/type Indian fonts in your android mobile including sms/twitter and blah blah blah…
IMPORTANT:: This procedure requires your mobile to be rooted since it involves placing a tamil font file in system directory.
Guide to ROOT your android mobile can be found in http://forum.xda-developers.com/ ,if you are not successful in finding or not sure of the procedure feel free to get back to me.
1. Download Indian font from this link http://www.mediafire.com/?6isti7ew908mwiy and copy to your SD Card
2. Download ES File Explorer to your android mobile from the link https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.estrongs.android.pop&hl=en
3. In ES file Explorer go to SettingsPath settings put a check mark in “Up to Root” move a little below you will find “root settings” In it enable “root Explorer”(you will get a popup asking for root permission just click OK in it) also enable “Mount File system” under “root settings”. <This is done to make sure that “/system/fonts/” is editable>
4. Delete “DroidSansFallback.ttf” present in /system/fonts/ and copy the new(the one you have downloaded) “DroidSansFallback.ttf” from your SD card to /system/fonts/
5. After copying long press over “DroidSansFallback.ttf” select “properties” permissions must be “rw- r-- r-- “ , If not change the same.
6. Now reboot the phone and you can enjoy Enjoy Indian fonts
For typing in Indian Fonts search your respective keyboards in Google/Google Play store, I have given the links for Tamil keyboard below.
Tamil Keyboard https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mak.tamil&hl=en
ThamiZha! -Tamil Visai https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tamil.visai&hl=en I personally prefer using Tamil visai since it is easy to type
Have tested this procedure successfully on HTC Desire S, HTC Widfire S, Samsung Galaxy Ace and Samsung Galaxy Fit.
Regards,
Sakthi Kumar Chandrabose
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mate this rule does not really solve the issue.there will not be proper text rendering. half letter are not displayed
csakthikumar said:
Hi All,
By default in Android version 2.x(Gingerbread) Indian fonts are not supported so as a workaround we will be using “opera mini” to view the same.
The procedure given below will enable you to view/type Indian fonts in your android mobile including sms/twitter and blah blah blah…
IMPORTANT:: This procedure requires your mobile to be rooted since it involves placing a tamil font file in system directory.
Guide to ROOT your android mobile can be found in http://forum.xda-developers.com/ ,if you are not successful in finding or not sure of the procedure feel free to get back to me.
1. Download Indian font from this link http://www.mediafire.com/?6isti7ew908mwiy and copy to your SD Card
2. Download ES File Explorer to your android mobile from the link https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.estrongs.android.pop&hl=en
3. In ES file Explorer go to SettingsPath settings put a check mark in “Up to Root” move a little below you will find “root settings” In it enable “root Explorer”(you will get a popup asking for root permission just click OK in it) also enable “Mount File system” under “root settings”. <This is done to make sure that “/system/fonts/” is editable>
4. Delete “DroidSansFallback.ttf” present in /system/fonts/ and copy the new(the one you have downloaded) “DroidSansFallback.ttf” from your SD card to /system/fonts/
5. After copying long press over “DroidSansFallback.ttf” select “properties” permissions must be “rw- r-- r-- “ , If not change the same.
6. Now reboot the phone and you can enjoy Enjoy Indian fonts
For typing in Indian Fonts search your respective keyboards in Google/Google Play store, I have given the links for Tamil keyboard below.
Tamil Keyboard https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mak.tamil&hl=en
ThamiZha! -Tamil Visai https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tamil.visai&hl=en I personally prefer using Tamil visai since it is easy to type
Have tested this procedure successfully on HTC Desire S, HTC Widfire S, Samsung Galaxy Ace and Samsung Galaxy Fit.
Regards,
Sakthi Kumar Chandrabose
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dude,
i follow your steps as mentioned above. opera not showing tamil fonts.
and the words are not showing up propetly see picture
try this attachment for Malayalam Fonts..................:good:
sagarda7 said:
mate this rule does not really solve the issue.there will not be proper text rendering. half letter are not displayed
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this is a implementation wise issue ... This issue can also be found in ICS
skumara said:
dude,
i follow your steps as mentioned above. opera not showing tamil fonts.
and the words are not showing up propetly see picture
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I dunno wats the problem with opera but in other places where tamil letters are showing up it will be a little scrambled its the issue with the ascii n android it is present in ICS also..
Have given the guide thinking that something is better than nothing
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this is a implementation wise issue ... This issue can also be found in ICS
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yes you are right.I am happy with ICS as it has proper text rendering for Web application and disappointed when widget and other applications can't show text properly.you know Indian version of Samsung has full idic text rendering even in GB.I want to know which component is modified by them? can we copy text rendering lib files from Samsung ROM to HTC?
sagarda7 said:
yes you are right.I am happy with ICS as it has proper text rendering for Web application and disappointed when widget and other applications can't show text properly.you know Indian version of Samsung has full idic text rendering even in GB.I want to know which component is modified by them? can we copy text rendering lib files from Samsung ROM to HTC?
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hi sos for getting late im working on merging indic fonts into aosp seems the problem is with the text rendering engine only
thanks a lot bro
now i can read and write hindi language but now also i want gujarati language
plz help
skumara said:
dude,
i follow your steps as mentioned above. opera not showing tamil fonts.
and the words are not showing up propetly see picture
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for opera, it's another workaround. here are the steps:
1. Make sure you have internet connection on your phone/device
2. type "about:config" (without quotes) on the address bar.
3. scroll to the last option which mentions about bitmap images for complex font and choose "YES" option.
4. Close opera. restart opera. Enjoy