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Import desktop settings from ADW Launcher to ADW Launcher EX?

Been using ADW Launcher for a few days and love it. Got my screens setup with the widgets I like, folders, etc...Now got ADW Launcher EX and really don't want to go through the pain of having to recreate all my folders and widget placements. I backed up my desktop from Launcher and wanted to see if there's a way to import that in to Launcher EX? Thanks.

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theduderoni said:
... got ADW Launcher EX and really don't want to go through the pain of having to recreate all my folders and widget placements. I backed up my desktop from Launcher and wanted to see if there's a way to import that in to Launcher EX?
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Bump.
I spent so much time getting ADW free set up exactly how I want it, I'd really hate to have to start all over again.
Anyone?

tgi007 said:
Bump.
I spent so much time getting ADW free set up exactly how I want it, I'd really hate to have to start all over again.
Anyone?
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Maybe you should mail AnderWeb (the author of both). He is very quick to respond...

Success! Joy! Happiness!
tgi007 said:
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Found it!
Simply rename (or copy, if you want to retain both) your saved config from ADW free to the new names used by ADW EX:
Code:
# mv /sdcard/adw_launcher.db /sdcard/adw_ex_launcher.db
# mv /sdcard/adw_settings.xml /sdcard/adw_ex_settings.xml
Then, switch to ADW EX and just:
Code:
Menu > ADW Settings > Backup and Restore > Restore ADW Settings
Menu > ADW Settings > Backup and Restore > Restore desktop configuration
Just to be sure, I then forced a:
Code:
Menu > ADW Settings > Restart ADW
although I think ADW had decided that it would restart anyway.
After a few moments of re-painting the icons a couple of times, I'm ready for business!
You'll need to get to a shell prompt to be able to use the commands above, perhaps using Terminal Emulator (free) or another similar app from the Market.
Or, you can use any of the file manager apps like Astro (free) available in the Market.

tgi007 said:
Found it!
Simply rename (or copy, if you want to retain both) your saved config from ADW free to the new names used by ADW EX:
Code:
# mv /sdcard/adw_launcher.db /sdcard/adw_ex_launcher.db
# mv /sdcard/adw_settings.xml /sdcard/adw_ex_settings.xml
Then, switch to ADW EX and just:
Code:
Menu > ADW Settings > Backup and Restore > Restore ADW Settings
Menu > ADW Settings > Backup and Restore > Restore desktop configuration
Just to be sure, I then forced a:
Code:
Menu > ADW Settings > Restart ADW
although I think ADW had decided that it would restart anyway.
After a few moments of re-painting the icons a couple of times, I'm ready for business!
You'll need to get to a shell prompt to be able to use the commands above, perhaps using Terminal Emulator (free) or another similar app from the Market.
Or, you can use any of the file manager apps like Astro (free) available in the Market.
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This didn't work for me. I was using the free ADW Launcher that comes with Cyanogenmod 7. I installed ADW EX Launcher (for $0.10 on the Google 10 Billion Apps promotion) and tried renaming and restoring my old settings and desktop configuration as you described, but nothing changed.

timbck2 said:
This didn't work for me. I was using the free ADW Launcher that comes with Cyanogenmod 7. I installed ADW EX Launcher (for $0.10 on the Google 10 Billion Apps promotion) and tried renaming and restoring my old settings and desktop configuration as you described, but nothing changed.
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Same here =(

fantomex said:
Same here =(
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I just ended up taking screenshots from my old ADW Launcher then switching to ADW EX and recreating my screens. It took about 20 minutes, so it wasn't too bad.

Same here...

Get "Desk Migrate" from the market, i think it may work...im not sure if it moves all widgets but it moves all apps etc..

Pulseuser said:
Get "Desk Migrate" from the market, i think it may work...im not sure if it moves all widgets but it moves all apps etc..
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This doesn't work for me.

Importing settings into the newest adw ex update (1.3.3.5+) doesn't work. Screws with the dockbar.

file renames = doesn't work This is holding me back trying adw ex after buying it in the sale

Most likely the trick won't work anymore because there's been lots of reconstruction of the codes in ADW ex.

File Renames worked perfectly for me...! Except for the Widgets...
Might want to try it again? Checking if the names are right?

Renaming ADW backup files may have restored some of my settings, but definitely not my desktops
If I want to use it, looks like I have to replicate six months of fiddling, or just start from scratch.

It would take longer trying to figure out a way to do this than to just set up your Launcher again from scratch. Perhaps moving from one to another is a good time to update your layout and do something new anyway?
Just an observation.

falconrulz said:
File Renames worked perfectly for me...! Except for the Widgets...
Might want to try it again? Checking if the names are right?
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Can confirm that, even tough I had no Dock set up.

Taosaur said:
Renaming ADW backup files may have restored some of my settings, but definitely not my desktops
If I want to use it, looks like I have to replicate six months of fiddling, or just start from scratch.
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Haha ...welcome to the world of development. I redo my desktop at least three times a week. Restoring only goes so far.

enzomtrx said:
Haha ...welcome to the world of development. I redo my desktop at least three times a week. Restoring only goes so far.
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Haha, I'm about five iterations removed from that post, currently using Trebuchet on eyeballer's CM9 nightlies. I guess I was being a little silly about rearranging my widgets
Still haven't redone my phone (which will probably not see ICS) w/ ADW Ex, though.

I know this is an old post, but, I just upgraded from ADW to ADW EX, using ADW first, went to ADW Settings/System/Backup and Restore, did a backup, fired up es file explorer, went to the /sdcard/ADW Backup/ directory and renamed the backup folder from adw_adwbackup_### to adw_ex_adwbackup_### (didn't mess with the files inside, just the folder) then launched ADW EX, popped into ADW Settings/System, hit restore and everything I set from the free version was now set it in the Ex version.

adw ex seems to have wiped out the moto launcher

I just got my atrix 2 today and have rooted it and installed titanium backup.
It seems the default launcher was overwritten by adw ex.
Does someone happen to have an Apk for the moto launcher so I can put it back?

Try an app called Homeswitcher. Will allow you to swap back and forth between any custom launcher and home.

yeah I use homessmack and totally forgot to use it to select my default.
Its fun to be a noob again.

I have homeswitcher installed. when I clear defaults it only lists ADW EX and Go Launcher EX as choices.

If u want it back u have to remove it. All Motorola androids are like that the stock launcher disappears til u uninstall the others. My atix and electrify was the same way
gunnyman said:
I have homeswitcher installed. when I clear defaults it only lists ADW EX and Go Launcher EX as choices.
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hmm, home switcher worked for me.
there are 2 versions of home switcher, are you sure you installed the right one?
either way, i too had the, cleared defaults and moto launcher still didn't show up problem.

Ok glad to hear this weirdness is normal. Thanks for the replies.

Yeah Moto's home comes right back when you remove ADW. It seems like a courtesy feature. Motohome just goes and hides in a corner and lets other homes do their business without asking if you want it to be default.

Remove date from Pixel 2 home screen?

Is it possible to remove the date and weather area on the pixel 2 home screen? It takes up a full row!

I also want this defeated.. maybe via substratum???

Nope, you will need to switch to another launcher, like Nova.

Nova has been sluggish for me. I'm not sure why.

Ives314 said:
Nova has been sluggish for me. I'm not sure why.
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Yeah that's odd. Nova has been perfect for me. @upperbladez There's also Lawn Chair Launcher on XDA that's a modified Pixel Launcher. You could try that. https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/lawnchair-customizable-pixel-launcher-t3627137

JRJ442 said:
Yeah that's odd. Nova has been perfect for me. @upperbladez There's also Lawn Chair Launcher on XDA that's a modified Pixel Launcher. You could try that. https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/lawnchair-customizable-pixel-launcher-t3627137
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I've heard other launchers are slow or buggy. Can you comment on the stability of it?

upperbladez said:
I've heard other launchers are slow or buggy. Can you comment on the stability of it?
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I haven't tried that one. Personally I use Nova and have been for years. It's always been stellar for me.

My main complaints with Pixel Launcher was that clock app as well as the inability to remove the Google bar at the bottom. I took people's recommendations here and tried Nova Launcher. No complaints...I even decided to pay for Nova Prime so I could enable the gestures and love the 2-tap screen off, using the home button to launch settings, and the swipe down to pull the quick settings. I haven't noticed any notable lag and it doesn't appear to use that much more memory than the Pixel launcher did.

Second Nova. I bought the full version years ago, and it's fantastic.

Well I've been using Nova for years with prime. It's my go to launcher. But lately for some reason. After a day or two. There's this Nast y stutter when I open apps. When I use pixel launcher, it's smooth like it's supposed to be. Even if I close the app and open it right after it still does it. Those things bug me..lol no oun intended. So I'm just waiting for the next update. I was gonna set it up right now without the beta. I'll report back.

Anyone know a launcher which will hide the navbar. I know lineage OS has the option to hide status and/or navbar.. I don't feel like using the adb hack to go immersive mode, would be nice if a launcher offered the option

I wonder if they'll allow you to remove it in Android P. Some things they do are so illogical I don't get it.

upperbladez said:
I wonder if they'll allow you to remove it in Android P. Some things they do are so illogical I don't get it.
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I have DP-3 and it is still there. Things will change with the final 9.0 release but it looks like this is here to stay.

Lol why do they do that? I don't understand

Is this still unale to be removed on android 9? I need to update but have to root it so I'm being lazy.

It's there permanently by default, though of course there are many apps that allow you to toggle immersive mode without root so if you want to hide it it's very simple to do so.

Chinese Android car stereo

Good morning all,
I am coming for help with my Chinese Android car stereo, which I recently bought from Amazon.
I am on Android 9.1 and unfortunately I would like to remove the basic luncher installer. to make way for nova, which suits me much better.
The problem is, I can't delete this luncher, or even deactivate it!
Is there a way around this problem?
Thank you for your answers in advance. Have a good day.

Go to Settings - Apps & notifications - Default apps - Launcher
Can you change your default luncher to nova here without deleting the stock one?

James_Watson said:
Go to Settings - Apps & notifications - Default apps - Launcher
Can you change your default luncher to nova here without deleting the stock one?
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I have configured nova Launcher by default, but on every reboot the old Launcher reverts to default.

Try to disable the default launcher. You achieve this by means of ADB.

jwoegerbauer said:
Try to disable the default launcher. You achieve this by means of ADB.
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I use autoradio, is not possible to connect with my computer...

Question Certified Launchers on Chinese ROM

Receivced my Pro 6 yesterday and very happy so far.
I normally use Nova as my launcher but on the CN ROM its not certified by Xiaomi so will not "stick" as the default.
Switched to Microsoft Launcher wich is behaving fine - screen shot of my homepage attached.
Any other Launchers that people are aware of that are Certified on CN ROM ?

I use the Nova launcher on it as well, and it works fine.
I remember, that I'Ve had the same issue as you with the setting not being persisted.
If you set your default launcher via the nova launcher settings page, it persists without a problem.
Maybe you want to change the title of the thread? We are talking about launchers, not browsers.

Menic0 said:
I use the Nova launcher on it as well, and it works fine.
I remember, that I'Ve had the same issue as you with the setting not being persisted.
If you set your default launcher via the nova launcher settings page, it persists without a problem.
Maybe you want to change the title of the thread? We are talking about launchers, not browsers.
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Interesting.. I did manage to set Nova as the launcher via it's own setting but after a reboot it reverted to stock and wouldnt let me set as default.
Will try again.
And yes, spotted my mistake re Launcher in title. I did fix it.

I'm not a 100% sure since it's been weeks, but I think I also disabled the default launcher with "universal android debloater".

OK....
some progress with Nova.
The popup about certification seems to appear when you play with the Homepage search bar in Nova.
I had it working fine but as soon as I added a search bar it started to prompt

Evans_jd said:
OK....
some progress with Nova.
The popup about certification seems to appear when you play with the Homepage search bar in Nova.
I had it working fine but as soon as I added a search bar it started to prompt
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On my Samsung Tab S8+ I removed the search bar and did a backup.
It restored fine to the Tab 6 and this time all works fine
Happy Days

Hi
I have the Pad 6 not Pro and when I use Nova I cannot use gestures, only buttons are available. Is there any way to get gestures while using Nova.