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[Mod][Jb/Kk]Theme chooser - using cm10/11 themes

Do you love the stripped down or stock based roms but miss the theming ability of CM? Yea, there is the xTheme Engine, but with limited options (they have to be converted or built for xTheme) and so-so support for 4.4 at the moment, this isn't necessarily the best option. Enter: Cydia Substrate and Winterboard. If you are know about iOS and jailbreaking, likely these sound familiar. Install Substrate : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.saurik.substrate then open, link files, then reboot. Then install Winterboard and your favorite CM10 theme(s), select in Winterboard : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.saurik.winterboard and reboot the SystemUI or reboot and enjoy! IF you are having issues getting Cydia Substrate to link, then make sure you open /system in a root file manager and grant it R/W access and try again. I also had luck with getting it to work after installing Xposed (they do work kind of similarly - and for some roms, I had to set R/W as well). Now, this allows you to run any CM10/11 theme, though CM10.x themes will not touch the battery icon, unfortunately. I got this to work on roms like Cataclysm and Mahdi and suspect it should work on about any rom as long as you have working root, /system as R/W and the linked files sticks. If you need more detail, lemme know and I'll see if I can point you in the right direction.

original thread - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2547494

Tiny Guide to Theme Note 8!

Hi,
I noticed that there ain't any themes for this tablet so here is an easy way to theme your tablet.
And of course you will need to be rooted to do this.
Also use common sense when messing around the modules. If you end up in boot loops from wrongly setting up the modules then there is always a Xposed disabler zip file in the root of our sdcard that you will have to flash in recovery to remove the bootloops.
1. First Install Xposed app.
2. Second Install xTheme Engine.
3. Here is a collection of xThemes i have collected and uploaded in one place to easier access them.
4. Fourth if you want to further mod you Tablet then try the modules here.
The Xposed Framework and xTheme Engine works on all roms. The themes will only do basic theming so do not expect to move mountains with it.
Happy Theming

Xposed Framework now working on Idol 3

With the recent release of framework 71 released here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3034811 xposed framework can now be installed on the idol 3 without causing boot loops. Xposed for Lollipop is still in alpha so you may find that some modules still don't work but the handful I tried including gravitybox for lollipop worked fine. Xposed also has a module to fix a memory leak in 5.0.x roms which I highly recommend running. Make sure you install the arm64 framework along with the apk....if you run into issues you can flash the uninstaller via recovery and it will remove the framework.
There are many modules available now to customize the stock rom.

Thanks for your information.
I am so excited to try it.
I would like to confirm, do I just need to root my phone and then install xposed? If I failed, is it only way to flash uninstaller via TWRP recovery?

zerog2 said:
Thanks for your information.
I am so excited to try it.
I would like to confirm, do I just need to root my phone and then install xposed? If I failed, is it only way to flash uninstaller via TWRP recovery?
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Well Xposed requires root so yes you will have to be rooted...if the xposed framework fails to boot you can run the xposed uninstaller. You will need to inquire in the xposed for lollipop thread I linked to for more details and directions.
All I did however was flash the xposed amd64 framework 71 zip file (from TWRP and then rebooted into the ROM) and then installed the xposed-installer 3.0 alpha apk....then I went into the framework section in the apk and it showed the framework was installed and working...I've since loaded a handful of modules: (App Settings, BootManager, Fix Lollipop Memory Leak, GoogleOfflineVoice, Gravitybox [LP], Network Speed Indicator, Notifyclean, Rootcloak (can be used to hide root from the system update checker so you can check for updates as normal however don't DOWNLOAD them till you've fully unrooted), Secure Settings Xposed Module, Statusbar download progress, StopSwitchDelay, XInstaller, XInternalSD and XVoice+) all of which seem to be operating normally.

YouTube adaway works for me

If anyone finds a way to add reboot to bootloader and recovery to the power down menu I'd like to hear about it. All the modules I've tried (APM, gravitybox etc) have failed.

If anyone finds a way to add reboot to bootloader and recovery to the power down menu I'd like to hear about it. All the modules I've tried (APM, gravitybox etc) have failed.
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I've just been using QuickBoot for now. I'll check out Xposed shortly, just installing it now.
Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.siriusapplications.quickboot&hl=en

purple.epod said:
I've just been using QuickBoot for now. I'll check out Xposed shortly, just installing it now.
Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.siriusapplications.quickboot&hl=en
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I've been using the app "RebootManager"....I've used QuickBoot in the past but was hoping to find either a way to enable it in settings or a way to enable it in xposed but don't seem to be able to replace or add to the "power down" menu in the idol. Annoying. I also remember there being a module to make the kindle app act more like an ebook reader but it must not be compatible with Lollipop since I don't see it in the module list.

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I've been using the app "RebootManager"....I've used QuickBoot in the past but was hoping to find either a way to enable it in settings or a way to enable it in xposed but don't seem to be able to replace or add to the "power down" menu in the idol. Annoying. I also remember there being a module to make the kindle app act more like an ebook reader but it must not be compatible with Lollipop since I don't see it in the module list.
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EDIT: Nevermind, was for Samsung devices only.
Thanks for the news on Xposed. Will definitely have to install it later.

I've been using the app "RebootManager"....I've used QuickBoot in the past but was hoping to find either a way to enable it in settings or a way to enable it in xposed but don't seem to be able to replace or add to the "power down" menu in the idol. Annoying. I also remember there being a module to make the kindle app act more like an ebook reader but it must not be compatible with Lollipop since I don't see it in the module list
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Yeah, I tried some of the Xposed modules that are supposed to do that... None of them work, I expect because Alcatel has 'skinned' the reboot dialog. It certainly doesn't look like the stock Android one.

does the XPrivacy module work?

you might try toggles
famewolf said:
If anyone finds a way to add reboot to bootloader and recovery to the power down menu I'd like to hear about it. All the modules I've tried (APM, gravitybox etc) have failed.
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i use a app called "Power Toggles" toggles can be added to taskbar, widget and lock screen. most toggles do not need root but some do. there is a toggle i use that gives shut down options when clicked. the options are as follows, ( power off , restart , recovery mode , bootloader. ) this app works sweet as i have the toggles to pull down from taskbar on any page, you can also create your own shortcuts as a toggle. i have been using this app on several devices for 3 years. does not need xposed. Note this does not add these options to your power button.

finally! so happy to have xposed running on this. gravity box is a must. mix it with xposed gel settings (to hide app dock) and use custom key from gravity. i can finally hide my annoying bluetooth icon, apps, and clock "am/pm" too.
one funny thing to note. the default launcher allows double-tap on homescreen to sleep the device but it doesnt work on the lockscreen. gravity box has the option to allow doubletap on lockscreen to sleep. but since i switched to GNL it seems double tap to sleep on homescreen doesnt work no more.

kirplunk said:
i use a app called "Power Toggles" toggles can be added to taskbar, widget and lock screen. most toggles do not need root but some do. there is a toggle i use that gives shut down options when clicked. the options are as follows, ( power off , restart , recovery mode , bootloader. ) this app works sweet as i have the toggles to pull down from taskbar on any page, you can also create your own shortcuts as a toggle. i have been using this app on several devices for 3 years. does not need xposed. Note this does not add these options to your power button.
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Thanks for the reply. I use an app called Hangar that puts the 7 most "popular" icons you use at the bottom of the notification list or you can optionally pin a specific icon....so I have pinned the rebootmanager icon there...I also considered using an xposed module to define holding down power button to call rebootmanager directly but don't think it's a good idea to override a main button like that...anyway Hangar counts the time you spend in each app to determine which icons to show..has ended up working quite well. Hangar has an xda thread in android apps & games and you can add a 2nd row of icons should you wish to.

thatguy52 said:
finally! so happy to have xposed running on this. gravity box is a must. mix it with xposed gel settings (to hide app dock) and use custom key from gravity. i can finally hide my annoying bluetooth icon, apps, and clock "am/pm" too.
one funny thing to note. the default launcher allows double-tap on homescreen to sleep the device but it doesnt work on the lockscreen. gravity box has the option to allow doubletap on lockscreen to sleep. but since i switched to GNL it seems double tap to sleep on homescreen doesnt work no more.
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Install an app called "screen off" and then assign that app to be called for a double tap in your launcher (or at least that's what I did in nova launcher) and it works fine....still more accurate then the double tap to wake.

@thatguy52 you have xposed gel settings working? I try it, but nothing work for me, have a message that gel launcher not installed
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famewolf said:
Install an app called "screen off" and then assign that app to be called for a double tap in your launcher (or at least that's what I did in nova launcher) and it works fine....still more accurate then the double tap to wake.
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thanks will try that.
wallah said:
@thatguy52 you have xposed gel settings working? I try it, but nothing work for me, have a message that gel launcher not installed
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yeah got that message too I think all I did was dl Google now launched and restart the module.

And all settings work with the Alcatel launcher? That is good news, thanks bro
Edit : just tried like you said, installed gel launcher, but still don't work. Thank you anyway
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Thanks a lot
I've received my Idol 3 today.
I booted to twrp (without installing it) and could root it and install xposed.
GravityBox works fine as weel as Network Speed Indicator.

Ixox said:
Thanks a lot
I've received my Idol 3 today.
I booted to twrp (without installing it) and could root it and install xposed.
GravityBox works fine as weel as Network Speed Indicator.
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If you are going to root why not go ahead and flash TWRP so you can enjoy all of it's benefits? Root access with filemanager, adb access etc?
The default recovery does not have reboot to bootloader for 2 models of the 6045.

famewolf said:
If you are going to root why not go ahead and flash TWRP so you can enjoy all of it's benefits? Root access with filemanager, adb access etc?
The default recovery does not have reboot to bootloader for 2 models of the 6045.
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I have a 6045Y bought in France. Don't know about the reboot to booloader from recovery.
I only needed root for xposed, link2sd, root explorer and titanium backup.
Didn't really need to have TWRP flashed.
I had in mind, that could be easier to unroot and get OTA update if i don't flash TWRP. That's maybe wrong thought.. (?).

Getting Sony Xperia E5 as close to Nougat as possible with Xposed

Hey guys, so as you noticed this device is getting almost zero support regarding custom ROMs.
I managed to get my device quite close with Xposed and thought why not share with you.
If you already have root and xposed skip to step 3
1st: You will have to root and install TWRP in your device, you can find out how here -> https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/root-sony-xperia-e5-f3311-t3584813
2nd: You will have to install Xposed installer from here ->
http://repo.xposed.info/module/de.robv.android.xposed.installer
3rd: Install Xposed modules, the ones I used are:
Android N-ify http://repo.xposed.info/module/tk.wasdennnoch.androidn_ify
Pixel Navigation bar https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=xyz.paphonb.pixelnavbar
4rth: Install Nova launcher and enable the vertical app drawer
Notes: I'm going to upload a screen record so you can see how the phone looks and behaves and feel free to ask me anything you need help with
Preview: https://vimeo.com/233131140

Finally someone! (or at least tge first one i've seen) Going to try it!

[Oreo] [UB] Xposed Framework Installation Fix

AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!​
Requeriments:
- TWRP Recovery
- Xperia XZ2
- Sony stock Oreo firmware UP AND RUNNING
1 - Xposed Framework Fix:
1.1 - Download always the latest version of the fix available for your device/firmware (attached below)
1.2 - Reboot into Recovery (backup System partition, in case something goes wrong)
1.3 - Flash it
1.4 - Wipe Cache/Dalvik-Cache
1.5 - Reboot into System
2 - Xposed Framework Installation:
2.1 - Download official xposed-v90-sdk26-arm64-beta2.zip YEAH... BETA 2 (beta 3 also works, but I noticed random errors reported in logcat, not so often, but also some weird fcs)
2.2 - Reboot into Recovery
2.3 - Flash it
2.4 - Wipe Cache/Dalvik-Cache
2.5 - Reboot into System
2.6 - Install latest official Xposed Installer app (just in case)
What's Inside:
- Xposed Framework Installation Fix (patch)
- Super User Mod/Mode (patch)
Notes:
- This "fix" will only prepare your device to receive the official Xposed Framework, NOTHING ELSE
- Discussions/Questions about any specific xposed module DO NOT BELONG TO THIS THREAD
- If you get "Xposed is installed but not active" error message: Tap on the menu (3 points icon) in the action bar, and select "Quick restart" (grant it root permission if asked for)
FAQ:
- Will a specific xposed module work?
I DON'T KNOW
Special thanks:
- @rovo89 (Xposed Framework)
- @MartinX3 (TWRP Recovery and amazing support)
- @M-Rom (Original patch)
- @Klaus N. (XZ2 Testings)
Enjoy it!

Screenshots and Guide
Guide:
I NEED SOME SPARE TIME FOR THIS!

Changelog
v1.0 - 03/Jan/2019
- XZ2 H8216 (Customized CE1 51.1.A.11.51)

Awesome !!
testing it right now...

I can confirm, it works flawlessly, even with the latest Oreo firmwares! As recommended, I use the beta 2 of Xposed.
Sera, thanks a lot for sharing with us - another great job

What do I do if I have my Xz2 compact rooted with magisk?

Yoannjap said:
What do I do if I have my Xz2 compact rooted with magisk?
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If you're on latest Oreo fw (.51) and have twrp recovery installed, just follow the instructions. And If so, please report back here later.
I'm planning to create a systemless version with a magisk module, so we don't need twrp to get it working. Stay tunned!
Edit: This ^^ does not seem like a good idea due to the startup queue of the magisk modules, but I'll check this out anyways when I have some spare time! Do not stay so tunned

Thanks Serajr. I'll try it in a few hours and report if it succeeds

serajr said:
If you're on latest Oreo fw (.51) and have twrp recovery installed, just follow the instructions. And If so, please report back here later.
I'm planning to create a systemless version with a magisk module, so we don't need twrp to get it working. Stay tunned!
Edit: This ^^ does not seem like a good idea due to the startup queue of the magisk modules, but I'll check this out anyways when I have some spare time! Do not stay so tunned
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/unofficial-systemless-xposed-t3388268
Will this help you to get rid of my poor, little TWRP? :crying:

MartinX3 said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/unofficial-systemless-xposed-t3388268
Will this help you to get rid of my poor, little TWRP? :crying:
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Thanks bro... but no, it won't (unfortunately). It'd be in case the fix won't be necessary.
The fix itself must be present in the system way before magisk starts to do its bind mount task, otherwise system won't boot (in case user installs xposed framework magisk module).
The best thing to do in this case is staying with your excellent TWRP, and simply flash the zip

serajr said:
And If so, please report back here later.
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Confirmed working for xz2c. Haven't had time to set up modules (need to go to birthday party now) after downgrade to Oreo. But flashing the Fix/framework went through without problems.

old.splatterhand said:
Confirmed working for xz2c. Haven't had time to set up modules (need to go to birthday party now) after downgrade to Oreo. But flashing the Fix/framework went through without problems.
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Thanks for your feedback! :good:
Modules may indeed cause issues, so take care on which ones you install. Xposed log always shows us what's going on.

Most recent versions of FB Messenger app crashes due to conflicts with Xposed Framework. It has been reported on XDA.
This can be temporarily fixed using the october 27 version of Messenger: download here
Use this version (this is the latest working version) and do not update it (disable its autoupdate in the app and in Play Store app)

lol... master serajr I was waiting for your reply in private and missed this thread!
so wonderful I enabled now xposed also in my xz2c thanks to your fix, you are the man I love you!
now the phone is perfect... I have date in status bar, dt2s in lock screen, actions for navbar buttons, separate volumes, skip tracks etc etc etc
my friend you made my week!! :laugh::victory::highfive:
EDIT: someone would know how to make a xposed module to make the quicksettings panel white? (like oreo stock and better matching white settings app for example )

nreuge said:
Most recent versions of FB Messenger app crashes due to conflicts with Xposed Framework
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Really? How can I reproduce that here?
I don't use FB, but for testings purposes I installed both FB and FB Messenger from Google Play (latest versions) and got no errors/crashes/fc (my wife logged in the apps). Ofc I don't have any FB related xposed module installed.

FcukBloat said:
lol... master serajr I was waiting for your reply in private and missed this thread!
so wonderful I enabled now xposed also in my xz2c thanks to your fix, you are the man I love you!
now the phone is perfect... I have date in status bar, dt2s in lock screen, actions for navbar buttons, separate volumes, skip tracks etc etc etc
my friend you made my week!! :laugh::victory::highfive:
EDIT: someone would know how to make a xposed module to make the quicksettings panel white? (like oreo stock and better matching white settings app for example )
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Glad to know you enjoyed it :good:
Regarding white System UI theme, I created a magisk module instead of xposed one (attached below):

serajr said:
Glad to know you enjoyed it :good:
Regarding white System UI theme, I created a magisk module instead of xposed one (attached below):
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you are simply the best mate! :victory: much better now!
just sent you a small donation you deserve it hope it will be enough for a couple of caipirinhas! :highfive:

FcukBloat said:
you are simply the best mate! :victory: much better now!
just sent you a small donation you deserve it hope it will be enough for a couple of caipirinhas! :highfive:
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Thank you for the kindness bro! Time to get drunk then

serajr said:
Glad to know you enjoyed it :good:
Regarding white System UI theme, I created a magisk module instead of xposed one (attached below):
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Can't you also create something that activates the complete dark ui...? ?

Yes if you create a complete dark UI (for notifications of apps and parameters, you would be the best)!
Dreaming***