With Android 5.0 Lollipop's release, the recents view (multitask button) became overview, and instead of showing you only actually running apps, it also shows you apps that have ran in the past. Over time, this screen ends up listing pretty much every app you have ever run, becomes completely useless, and wastes a perfectly good (soft-)button.
Recently aims to restore sanity, by limiting which apps are shown. In its aggressive 'running tasks only' configuration, it will show you only apps that are actually running right now. Because Android can be fairly aggressive itself with killing off apps, apps you have used just a minute ago may disappear from the list in this setup, and configuring Recently to remove entries that have not actually run the past few days may be the better option.
Aside from listing only running apps or apps that have run in a certain timeframe, Recently also allows you to limit by number of entries shown. Note that actually running apps will always be shown, regardless of this setting - only entries from apps that aren't actually running are ever removed.
Advanced
A number of more advanced options are available as well, such as showing a 'Clear All' button in the recents view (doesn't work on all devices), limiting the number of Google Searches that show up (originating from the Google search bar and Google Now), and hiding the Settings app.
Additionally, you can force remove tasks and documents that are running but have not been accessed longer than the configured age limit. This is a rather extreme measure that will result in tasks being killed, do not use it lightly.
Pro
Purchasing the Pro version supports my developments and will allow you to start Recently automatically at boot.
Future
This app is built specifically for Android 5.0 through 7.x. Future versions of Android may work differently, the recents/overview screen may be changed by Google, etc. At some point, this app may stop working because of this.
FAQ
Aren't task killers bad?
No tasks are killed by Recently by default - it only removes entries from the recents list that are not actually running at time of removal. Some of the advanced options can cause tasks to be killed however, but these are clearly marked. Task killing can ultimately be bad for performance and battery life, so be sure you know what you're doing and why.
What resources does this use?
Virtually none. There are no wakelocks at all. Battery impact should be less than 1% worst case.
Nothing happens?
(1) Make sure you have enabled the switch in the top right of the settings screen
(2) Make sure you aren't using a custom kernel that disables logging
(3) Make sure you give it a minute or so after first enabling it
When I press the back and the multitasking button really quickly, my last used app that is now closed is still listed
The delay in this case is about a second after the app close animation finishes
I just pressed the back button on an app, and I'm in 'running apps only' mode, but the app is still listed
Not all apps actually close when you press the back button. Most do, but some don't.
Nothing is happening at all, and I'm finding an 'unexpected EOF' error in logcat
Sometimes the app can't access logs. This is usually because multiple apps are trying to read from logcat at the same time. The app will keep trying periodically. Rebooting usually gets rid of this problem.
I can't get it to work
This may or may not be related, but Recently requires SuperSU if SELinux is in Enforcing mode. Another root solution will work if SELinux is in Permissive mode.
Download
You can grab Recently from Google Play
(v1.00: 448; v1.01: 1556; v1.10: 640; v1.15: 222; v1.16: 212; v1.17: 1802; v1.20: 12046; v1.30: 2713; v1.36: 294; v1.40: 3290)
Changelogs
2017.02.09 - v1.40
- (c) 2017
- Fixed Nougat compatibility
2016.02.12 - v1.37
- Minor adjustments to running app detection
2016.01.29 - v1.36
- (C) 2016
- Fixed breakage on 32-bit devices
2016.01.28 - v1.35
- Fixed some M-related background crashes
- Fixed some 64-bit related background crashes
2015.10.07 - v1.30
- Basic M compatibility - SuperSU or permissive SELinux required
- Made the clear all button FABulous
2015.04.17 - v1.20
- Fix background process not killing anything on some new firmwares
2015.03.17 - v1.17
- Further reduced SU calls
2015.03.16 - v1.16
- Fix periodic root popup
2015.03.15 - v1.15 - RELEASE NOTES
- Workaround CM's # in statusbar
- Fix never quitting with CM's SU
- Multi-user support - works for all users, but with admin's config
- Fix settings screen margins on tablets
2015.03.13 - v1.10 - RELEASE NOTES
- Age limit is now a slider, with more (shorter) options
- Added option to show a clear all button (doesn't work on all devices)
- Added option to limit Google Search results in recents
- Added option to hide Settings app
- Added option to force remove stale tasks
- Added option to force remove stale documents
- The app itself no longer shows up in recents
- Never remove the home, recents or foreground tasks
2015.03.10 - v1.01 - RELEASE NOTES
- Fix an issue with purchasing not working
2015.03.10 - v1.00
- Initial release
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Cool , Gonna try it out !
Nice...
Trying it now..
Very nice! Should have been stock in the first place
Thanks!! You're the best
Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Tapatalk
Thanks!!
What about CF auto root for the Verizon S5 Running lollipop?!
It would be nice if the running apps are highlighted somehow to differentiate from the other ones, but I guess that's not the point of the app, just saying.. (though I don't have lollipop so I may be wrong)
Anyway, one of the reasons I don't have lollipop - gone.
Pro.. got thanks
I downloaded but I have no idea what it does. Can someone share?
please share pro
This will make me save a lot of boring swipes. Another genius move from you, thank you sir.
Any way to tell if we have a kernel with logging on or not?
Running euphoria that uses lean kernel but app does not appear to work.
JustusIV said:
Any way to tell if we have a kernel with logging on or not?
Running euphoria that uses lean kernel but app does not appear to work.
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Just run logcat and see if it outputs anything.
Miraries said:
It would be nice if the running apps are highlighted somehow to differentiate from the other ones, but I guess that's not the point of the app, just saying.. (though I don't have lollipop so I may be wrong)
Anyway, one of the reasons I don't have lollipop - gone.
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@Chainfire
Could you make 'Recents' looks like that in KK? These cards view is slower than simpler one in KK.
puturaya20 said:
please share pro
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Are you serious? Buy it!
Much needed setting! Looks useful! Trying it now!
puturaya20 said:
please share pro
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Seriously dude? Respect the awesome developer by buying it!
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jamboss said:
I downloaded but I have no idea what it does. Can someone share?
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Umm, this simple explanation might help : http://www.xda-developers.com/root-restore-kitkats-recent-view-on-lollipop/
Awesome app Chainfire! one problem, when i click on "Upgrade to Pro" nothing happens :/
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Description
Get speed information and speeding alerts for your Google Navigation!
Trial features:
- Display overlay with speed information on your screen
- Display last two digits of your speed in notification area
- Choose between km/h and mph
- Starts automatically when connected to car dock
Pro features:
- Speeding alerts
- Smart alert volume adjusting to background noise
- Configurable speed overlay behaviour (hide, show only if Navigation is running)
- Trial notice removal
- And you will support independent developer and encourage me to add new awesome features!
This is a beta version supported via xda-developers forums, but e-mail communication is also available, especially for Pro users customer support.
Download
gMapsSpeed (Google Play)
gMapsSpeed Pro (Google Play)
Changelog
Code:
0.5:
- Since new version of Google Maps does not allow me to detect if navigation is running, the feature was replaced with "Only show speed overlay if Maps are running"
0.4:
- Due to new Google Play policies, PayPal payment option had to be removed
- Holo theme implemented
0.3:
- Fixed performance issues
- Option to hide notification icon
0.2:
- Market license support
Johny_G said:
Description
- Speeding alerts
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What data are those based on? There's no speed data available in Google Maps so you do need some source to determine the allowed speed, what is that source?
Currently, it is the simple user-defined threshold system that is also used by some HUD-style applications, but I'm trying to implement something smarter for later releases .
hm, too bad, makes it pretty much useless
We will see what I'll figure out - having database of speeds is impossible with my budget, but I have some ideas how to make it better. But I personally use the threshold system, and it is actually not bad and it saved me from some unmeant speeding situations. And do not forget, that car's speedometer shows about 5% lower speeds compared to reality, so you know by sound when you reached the actual speed.
where i live there's no general speed limit but limits are different all the time (30,50,60,70,80,90,100,110,120,130) so manual tresholds just won't do it :-(
Oh, I see :-(
Just a small update today. The speed alerts will be improved later.
Changelog
0.2:
- Market license support
Like the app, just what I need. After minor update the app freezes however.
In what situation?
No exception. The first version worked flawlessly. This version gets stuck as soon as you open it.
Is there a way to revert to the first version? That one worked.
HTC Incredible S. Standard OS Android 2.3.5
Oh, I see it. Will resolve it ASAP.
Got a solution! I will implement one little feature and publish the update later today. Thanks for reporting!
Hey OP...
Quick question...I purchased the app in the market and on my phone i opened the beta app and registered it, now my question is why does the app in my app drawer still say beta? Did I not register correctly? Please help
The app is still in beta stage, but your purchase authorized you to use the Pro features. As it makes it to final version, you will get all the new features with no extra charge .
The update is here!
Changelog
0.3:
- Fixed performance issues
- Option to hide notification icon
App works again, performance issue fixed. Thank you for the swift response.
Found this app on the market and I have a question about the pro version. The main feature I like about pro is only showing the overlay when navigation is running. The only major problem is that it keeps the GPS active even if navigation isn't being used.
Are there any future plans for implementing a feature that will auto start this app when the navigation app is opened, along with closing it when navigation ends? This will prevent from having to manually open and close an additional app each time.
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This is not easy to handle since Android does not tell you when app has been started. Only way I can think of is some service, but it might cause serious battery drain. But I can turn off the GPS if not visible. It might help.
I'd imagine, if it's possible it would only be for root users. I'm not a dev, just brainstorming really. The overlay looks great and it's 2nd to none right now.
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Nimiui Version 1.11.25Changlog:
- Removed MyNet.apk
- Removed miliao.apk
- Removed MIUIStats.apk
- Added Miui Compass
- AD Free
- Changed heap size to 24m (Androids Default)
- App2EXT (Kabaldan)
- Autoboot OR (Kabaldan)
- improved init.d scripts
- RTL fix (roenano)
- Theme change is now working!
- 4 way reboot is not included since it isn`t out yet and its not that important.
Download:
http://www.multiupload.com/CJZ8E9GLTO
MiuiChanglog Version 1.12.09 (from miuiandroid):
Code:
System:
Optimisation of setting the alarm. The process was forced to stop (Press Back key, Task Manager forced to stop etc) Alarm clock will still ring / alert
Fix third-party applications, the system cannot adjust the ringer volume
In some cases fix delete, send notice of phone restart due to application problems
Phone:
In some cases fix is not effective to switch between airplane mode
Messaging:
Optimisation of new messages notification in the upper right corner of contacts, choose to add recipient, do not directly input from pop-up
Themes:
Fix problem with lockscreen replacement style (including wallpaper support) option displays the wrong information
Music:
Fix problem where album art cannot be automatically downloaded
Gallery:
Optimisation of multi-frame GIF animations, you can now play all GIF animations frames
Fix saving of Mms attachments when using GIF file format, only saving first frame as a Jpeg file
Weather:
Optimise the weather icon
Changlog Version 1.12.02 (from miuiandroid):
Code:
System:
Optimisation of user guide prompt, clicking the menu button will turn the prompt off to avoid interference with phone functions
Special SIM card optimisation support (Mione only)
Keep reading for full list of changes…
Phone:
Fix in some cases the recording is not automatically ended when the call is finished
Lockscreen, Status bar and notifications:
Lock screen display support for third-party application data parameters queries and dependencies
Optimisation of call answering to avoid problem operations of the lockscreen functions
Fix lunar calendar information cannot be displayed
Fix lockscreen does not display the number of unread messages
Gallery:
Optimise gallery select a contact picture does not appear when using the video option
Optimisation of the SD card tab to choose wallpapers, filter out videos and only show pictures
Music:
Fix problem where lyrics cannot be automatically downloaded and matched to chosen song
Changlog Version 1.11.25 (from miuiandroid):
Code:
System:
Fix in some cases the phone automatically restarts (Mione only)
Lockscreen, status bar and notifications:
New lockscreen 2.0, Support for content providers, any third-party applications can read data provided by the content provider and display. At the same time added better logic to select the function
Optimisation of lockscreen digital screen image shows the way with a convenient source of production and support for picture animation
Camera:
Optimisation of the “Reduce flicker” camera mode settings value
EXIF camera fix time saved details when using the local time instead of UTC time to ensure that the majority of third-party applications can display the correct time the photo was taken
Fix problem selecting effect in camera settings did not display the selected effect
Fix for camera effects e.g. “Nostalgia”, selecting effect and returning to the camera did not show selected effect, only “effect”
Gallery:
Optimisation of image detail page to show EXIF information. If the file does not contain EXIF data the last modified time details are shown
Optimisation of the SD card tab, display list of photos, picture detail showing 24-hour clock time
Fix third-party applications to open illegal file names e.g. .txt into .jpg leading to FC problems
Browser:
Optimisation of HTML5 full screen video playback and hiding of the status bar
Optimisation for back button to browse the web control process
Ooooo. Nice to see a new dev working on the milestone. Too bad I can't flash this since I already sold my milestone
Sent from my HTC EVO 3D X515m using XDA App
great thanks
Thanks for the work, Nim
is there any internal tweaks that you have added? MIUI got too bloated for our Milestone IMO...
Aoi_sora9x said:
Thanks for the work, Nim
is there any internal tweaks that you have added? MIUI got too bloated for our Milestone IMO...
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mainly i removed some miui **** and build.prop tweaks, at this time. im still new at this and i dont want to mess around too much.
nim901 said:
Nimiui
Main Improvements (Will be the same for all the version, if not stated else.):
- Removed MyNet.apk
- Removed miliao.apk
- Removed MIUIStats.apk
- Added Miui Compass
- AD Free
- Changed heap size to 24m (Androids Default)
- App2EXT (Kabaldan)
- Autoboot OR (Kabaldan)
- improved init.d scripts
- RTL fix (roenano)
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Nimiui Version 1.11.25
Changlog:
- Theme change is now working!
- 4 way reboot is not included since it isn`t out yet and its not that impotent.
Download:
http://www.multiupload.com/CJZ8E9GLTO
hope you wont have too many bugs lol
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Thanks for your hard workd. Will feedback when done, It is really great.
Many big thanks to you
nim901 said:
Nimiui
Main Improvements (Will be the same for all the version, if not stated else.):
- Removed MyNet.apk
- Removed miliao.apk
- Removed MIUIStats.apk
- Added Miui Compass
- AD Free
- Changed heap size to 24m (Androids Default)
- App2EXT (Kabaldan)
- Autoboot OR (Kabaldan)
- improved init.d scripts
- RTL fix (roenano)
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Nimiui Version 1.11.25
Changlog:
- Theme change is now working!
- 4 way reboot is not included since it isn`t out yet and its not that impotent.
Download:
http://www.multiupload.com/CJZ8E9GLTO
hope you wont have too many bugs lol
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Thanks for your hardwork
This support with zeppelinrox supercharge?
Sent from my Milestone using Tapatalk
i didnt include it. i`ll see what i can do next week.
Is this based on your update to DannyDroid's MIUI version or Galnet? And what's the difference anyway?
Which MIUI-flavor would you recommend in terms of stability and speed?
Thanks for your hard work - good to see new dev's working on the stone!
it is based on miuiandroid version with the usual improvements (ext2, for example.).
i thought of using galnet version but since miui is a closed source, galnet can`t really do much with it. and, it comes with unnecessary apps.
anyway, i`m still new to this and i hope to improve with each version
thanks do you how to enable 5 point multitouch in miui?
another question for hardware keyboard, when i press alt+g its output is "-" not "%",same for all others, can u fix this?
nim, why don't you combine your ROM with hebmiui ROM?
it could be very helpfull
or at least explain to us how do you app2ext on miui, I couldn't make it, thats why I'm using your ROM, wich is very good btw!
Checking the new one for few days and will reply. seems nice and smooth!
Just flashed this ROM today because i wanna try out something new
first, i'm very impressed by its speed. though it's by no mean as fast as CM7 and FM, it is fast for a MIUI rom. The horrible lags that pretty much killed MIUI for me are not there (or maybe there but are subdued somewhat). So if super high speed is not one of your concern, you can flash this rom for a change
Other than that, I will have to further test it and see how. it's not laggy so much as to push me back to my CM nandroid :x
saikoz said:
thanks do you how to enable 5 point multitouch in miui?
another question for hardware keyboard, when i press alt+g its output is "-" not "%",same for all others, can u fix this?
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I really have no idea how to fix it. i`ll try to fix this, as it bugs me too but i cant promise any thing.
oshosh said:
nim, why don't you combine your ROM with hebmiui ROM?
it could be very helpfull
or at least explain to us how do you app2ext on miui, I couldn't make it, thats why I'm using your ROM, wich is very good btw!
Checking the new one for few days and will reply. seems nice and smooth!
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i dont really like hebrew phone (i mean, Hebrew menus and all).. but i`ll see next week what can i do about it.
Aoi_sora9x said:
Just flashed this ROM today because i wanna try out something new
first, i'm very impressed by its speed. though it's by no mean as fast as CM7 and FM, it is fast for a MIUI rom. The horrible lags that pretty much killed MIUI for me are not there (or maybe there but are subdued somewhat). So if super high speed is not one of your concern, you can flash this rom for a change
Other than that, I will have to further test it and see how. it's not laggy so much as to push me back to my CM nandroid :x
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glade u like it. miui got much better then it used to
found fix for the hw keyboard thought symbol beside "S" on the left become "space"
use root explorer
edit files : /system/etc/rootfs/default.prop
add this "persist.sys.keypad_type=qwerty"
OR
"persist.sys.keypad_type=euro_qwerty" for qwertz keyboard ( not test )
reboot!
taadaaa the hw kb worked!!!
Thank you saikoz, it works perfectly
saikoz said:
found fix for the hw keyboard thought symbol beside "S" on the left become "space"
use root explorer
edit files : /system/etc/rootfs/default.prop
add this "persist.sys.keypad_type=qwerty"
OR
"persist.sys.keypad_type=euro_qwerty" for qwertz keyboard ( not test )
reboot!
taadaaa the hw kb worked!!!
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cool tnx. will do this next version
any chances to add 1% battery steps? thanks
Sent from my Milestone using Tapatalk
source : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1342117
i make ICS transition animations for our miui, using root explorer ,just replace framework-res.apk on /system/framework and set permision rw/r/r, well backup 1st if u want to replace
edit:alert! u might be loosing contact and email, just add the gmail back and sync contact
[BETA STAGE] Android Bot Maker
Don't expect a perfect version at this stage, any suggestion / bug report is welcome
Why is it for?
It's a FREE automation tool that allows you to turn your Android device into a bot, making repetitive tasks easily.
Requirements:
Rooted device
Android 4.1+ (4.4 recommended)
Features:
Taps, swipes, pauses, text and physical keys input supported.
Wake-Lock to prevent screen turning off
Tasker Plugin integration (synchronous tasks)
Delayed start, gives you the necessary amount of time to do what you need before starting the execution.
Share / import your edited files (.csv extension files)
Add, select, switch, edit, and remove actions from the list.
Export it to a shell script, runnable from the terminal emulator or via ADB.
Add widgets to run prebuilt lists
FAQ / TIPS:
To edit an action long press it and change the desired values
Bot not stopping?? To avoid weird behaviours, please add at least one Sleep action just after any other action, setting at least the amount of time that the action consumes. (ie. 1 tap (5sec), > 1 Sleep (5sec).
ABM or CSV? ABM file extension is completely deprecated and you shouldn't use it. ABM files are not compatible between app updates so you should stick with CSV files instead.
Download:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.frapeti.androidbotmaker
Please test it and report back
UPDATE: Version 3.6 is out!
- Finally added Tasker Plugin integration (synchronous tasks)
- Fixed layout bugs, soft keyboard bugs, and more
- Fixed redraw and change loss after orientation changed
- Widgets should work ok now
To review:
- Swipe actions on non kitkat devices
XDA:DevDB Information
Android Bot Maker, App for the Android General
Contributors
frapeti
Version Information
Status: Beta
Current Beta Version: 3.6
Created 2014-05-27
Last Updated 2014-05-27
Excellent idea. Will be awesome with some polishing
Issues on my Verizon Galaxy S3.
1) Sleep timer doesn't seem to wait as many seconds as you enter
2) When using with an app that hides notification bar its a pain to switch focus and stop the script without 20 other apps being opened. Maybe use a floating icon interface like gameguardian or gamecih use? or allow a hot-key to be set for start-stop? Seems like it always ends up crashing while I'm trying to close apps that it opened. If I switch focus to the botmaker then depending on the script you can really mess things up... first effort I hadn't exported, saved, or even written down anywhere and was about 30 lines long... even though i immediately hit pause when i got to botmaker the auto-taps kept going and deleted about 7 lines of my script before it crashed and shutdown
3) A working directory to save and load scripts from would be great to have. The current import/export seems a little awkward
Will download when I get 4.1
BxMxK said:
Excellent idea. Will be awesome with some polishing
Issues on my Verizon Galaxy S3.
1) Sleep timer doesn't seem to wait as many seconds as you enter
2) When using with an app that hides notification bar its a pain to switch focus and stop the script without 20 other apps being opened. Maybe use a floating icon interface like gameguardian or gamecih use? or allow a hot-key to be set for start-stop? Seems like it always ends up crashing while I'm trying to close apps that it opened. If I switch focus to the botmaker then depending on the script you can really mess things up... first effort I hadn't exported, saved, or even written down anywhere and was about 30 lines long... even though i immediately hit pause when i got to botmaker the auto-taps kept going and deleted about 7 lines of my script before it crashed and shutdown
3) A working directory to save and load scripts from would be great to have. The current import/export seems a little awkward
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Thanks, I will try to fix those with next updates, the most important bug I found is Android killing the process after certain amount of time
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This looks great. Would be great t if we could have a coordinate mapper of sorts. I dont know how to guess the x and y coordinates haha.
I has a sig
neuropsychosis said:
This looks great. Would be great t if we could have a coordinate mapper of sorts. I dont know how to guess the x and y coordinates haha.
I has a sig
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Depending on your device and ROM you can do this already. On my galaxy s3 running CleanROM I have an option under Settings->Developer options->Show pointer location. This puts an overlay at the top of screen so you can see the X,Y of each touch.
Great App! Would like to the an option to repeat endless. Atm I have the same sequence over and over.
Meteox said:
Great App! Would like to the an option to repeat endless. Atm I have the same sequence over and over.
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It repeats endlessly for me.
Just 4.1+ ?
I see definitely great potentials in this app. I will test it ASAP
Great Idea, can you please just add an a record option, It's really hard to know the coordinations i want.
Again, Wonderful Idea
Brilliant idea.
It would be good if you could record gestures for talkback and assign them to widgets / navbar shortcuts.
For example, I`d like to add a widget / icon in the navbar or home screen that would emulate swipe down - then - swipe right as this pauses talkback. My wife has brain damage and is blind and the gestures on Talkback are a right pain in the arse!
I have a Nexus 4 running PA with Franco kernel and I put the said action in, hit play and it kept going over and over. I was unable to pause or stop it. I had to reboot the handset.
That said, this is a marvellous idea. Being able to record complicated multi-point swipes and assign them to a softkey/widget would be fantastic. There could be a security risk (potentially) if the app records silently and stores touches on the pattern unlock.
Good work, OP, good work.
Works great! The was able to take the X Y from my CM10.1 D2VZW and have it drop an item from Ingress! Would like to be able to copy/paste action lines or repeat action etc for repetitive tasks.
Please keep up the good work! I'm very excited about this project.
Very nice app, congratulations :good:
I've recently been doing research on how to inject keyEvents to other applications for the Glass on Android port, and the only way I could find was to create an InputMethod.
Could you please give me some insight as to how you achieved this? Did you have to use the NDK or made use of some hidden API?
been waiting for something like this for so long! thanks so much dev! :good::good::good:
Have been looking for this for so long. Had looked at every inch of Google and couldn't find and there I just bumped into it today. Thanks Dev.
frapeti said:
Features:
Export it to a shell script, runnable from the terminal emulator or via ADB.
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Do you plan a Tasker integration to run makros via Tasker?
Tasker
cramu said:
Do you plan a Tasker integration to run makros via Tasker?
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I do believe it is possible to run scripts in Tasker already.
docinthebox said:
I do believe it is possible to run scripts in Tasker already.
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Yes this. I saw this and came here to give the same idea. Making a tasker plug-in with this would be too cool.
Well, actually it is possible but a plugin would be much more comfortable.
INTRODUCING SwiftOpen
To speed lovers: this is the app you thought didn't exist but always wanted.
SwiftOpen is a launcher (not a home launcher) that allows you to launch apps, shortcuts, contacts, calls... very, very fast.
Not only is it fast at launching whatever you want, but its interface also allows you to choose it quickly, without even looking at the phone. And this applies to as many shortcuts as you wish.
It is also lightweight and battery friendly!
Awesome video by Android Hackz:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W2edSlOMECU
Video "Life is Short":
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qj2gGZFzD5I
Appearing on XDA-TV:
http://www.xda-developers.com/android/3-unique-launchers-xdatv/
TRANSLATIONS:
I can provide native translations for Spanish and Catalan. If anyone wanted to contribute translating the app to any other language it would be very helpful. If so, please pm me or send me an email. Thanks!
Features:
Very fast launching
App launching
System toggles such as torch, wifi, autorotate...
Did I say fast?
Shortcut launching
Recent apps and calls
Guided setup
Folders that allow even more shortcuts
Multiple detectors
Multiple actions per detector
Custom icons for folders
Icon pack support
Alt-tab to switch to the previous app
Tablet (and phablet) mode
Intuitive settings
Battery friendly
Plenty of customization
I have already incorporated many features suggested by xda members. Any suggestion is welcome, and if I have time and I find it appropriate, I'll add it!
LAUNCHING IN PREVIOUS STATE:
Since v0.8.3 SwiftOpen launches apps in their previous state instead of restarting. Some apps behave different than expected, and need to be treated in a different manner so that they are resumed instead of restarted (like Whatsapp and gReader). I have a white list of these apps, so if you find an app that is restarted tell me and I'll try to verify that they'll be resumed if treated differently, to add them to the whitelist.
SOME PHONES:
The app does not work on some Huawei phones because of the rom -apps with floating windows don't work there. At least with those that I've tested. If someone has a Huawei phone with stock rom and it works, please tell me.
It does not work with some Xiaomi Redmi either. If someone has a Xiaomi phone and finds that the app works with the stock rom, please also tell me.
It is not because of the code in the app, but the rom those phones have...
VERSIONS:
v0.4 and v0.5 have not been optimized for Lollipop.
From v0.5.1 and up it is optimized for Lollipop.
In v0.6 the signature and the package name have changed (among other stuff) which means you'll have to configure it again, as it won't install on the previous version but in parallel. I'm sorry about this. The apk is also larger, because of the icons and all the changes in the project structure; it'll improve in next versions, I hope.
0.6.2 uses more ram than it should, and there are a few other issues.
ANDROID ISSUES:
If you go to the home launcher and then launch an app, it won't be launched until about 5 seconds after going home. It's how Google wants it to be, and I'll try a workaround in the future but I'm not sure if it'll work. Nevertheless, the point of this app is not needing to go to the home launcher
BETA:
This app is currently in beta. All your feedback will be more than welcome.
And you can also suggest new features...
If the app crashes it asks you to send me an email, with the Logs. You can see what is being send, so don't worry about your privacy, it is safe!
OPEN SOURCE:
Now I have to fix some bugs, add a bit of functionality, and clean up the code. Whenever this is done (in a few weeks, I hope) the app will be open source.
MATERIAL DESIGN:
I am also working on bringing material design to the app.
Nevertheless the priority is bug-fixing and functionality.
FEATURES, BUGS and CHANGELOG:
Planned features:
Improve aesthetics and animations
Add missing translations
Widgets
Bottom detector
...
17/07/17 [0.9.3]:
New!!! Notification of new version available!
New!!! Animations for opening launcher, changing grid.
New animations for launching apps.
Improving look and feel of settings.
Added pinch to resize, when editing the floating window size.
Website label can be edited.
Pausing SwiftOpen allows to grant permissions and install apps.
Added refresh button to list of apps.
Added analytics.
Multiple select of apps opens correct folder, now.
Small touch bug with fullscreen fixed.
Top most common crash bugs fixed!
Several bugs fixed.
15/05/17 [0.9.2]:
New!!! Files, folders, websites, volume, brightness, auto brightness, split windows, quick settings, system back, system recents, power dialog, contact, direct call, direct sms, direct email, navigate to address.
New!!! SwiftOpen controls.
Restructure of the cell\'s content activity.
Added optional background to folder icons, with editable color.
Added small icon to recent apps and calls.
Granting permissions and installing apps should be possible again.
Highlighted cell matches transparency.
Background color issue fixed.
Recent contacts fixed.
Cell names are displayed again on apps and shortcuts.
Apps multiselect fixed.
Launcher appearance bug fixes.
Bugs fixed.
17/01/17 [0.9.1.2]:
New!!! Each detector may have its own color.
New!!! Accessibility should allow to keep SwiftOpen alive!
Speed improvement.
It is possible to choose the backup folder (and have multiple backups).
Bug reports can be sent without user interaction.
Appdrawer is closed on navigation buttons or touch outside.
UI changes.
Cell color works, as well as tablet mode colors.
Bugs in automatic setup fixed.
Many other bugs fixed.
21/11/16 [v0.9.1]:
Improved fluidity
Action bar transparency issue fixed.
Fixed many bugs.
21/08/16 [v0.9.0]:
Attention! Most code of floating interface rewritten from scratch.
It should be more stable in the future but it may contain bugs. Please report them!
New!!! Multiple border detectors!
New!!! Multiple and customizable actions per border detector!
New!!! App drawer!
Bug fix: folder cells should not remain highlighted.
Language can be selected.
Launcher top bar background may be changed.
Option to show notification icon in statusbar.
Semitransparent border detector has same color than thin line, with alpha.
Aesthetic improvements
Fixed bug in "disable detector in landscape".
Fixed bug with "remove action bar".
Fixed a ton of other bugs.
01/02/16 [v0.8.3]:
Apps are opened in their previous state!
Added showcase of some features.
Checked apps (multiple selection) are not lost when searching.
Autosetup asks to add apps manually if necessary.
Some shortcuts like google translate work now.
A lot of bugs fixed.
25/10/15 [v0.8.2]:
The colors of the detector, highlighted cells, and non highlighted cells may be changed
The detector may be disabled in landscape.
Added on long click help
Issue: some translations are incomplete
Compatible with M permissions
App search searches all words and in word too. It also highlights the matching caracters
Settings are much more fluid
Better management when going to permissions settings
More material design
German translation
Improved: send email
Some preferences were not properly backed up
Fixed transparency issue
Minor bugs
10/09/15 [v0.8.1]:
The border detector will no longer cross the display
More material design and colours change
Added thanks section
Translation to Russian
Recent Call bug that made crash, fixed.
Old, occasional back button bug, fixed.
20/08/15 [v0.8]:
Recent apps and recent calls
Icon packs support
Guided setup
All-grid folders
Possibility to swap all cells from left to right
Shadows pre Lollipop
Chinese translations
Bugs fixed
15/04/15 [v0.7.3]:
Multiple selection of apps
Back up + restore of settings
Option to remove app labels.
Some material transitions
Fixed: Launch on boot setting not working.
Fixed: Drag distance going back to default.
Other bugs fixed
07/03/15 [v0.7.2]:
System toggles to switch: wifi, torch, autorotate, bluetooth and airplane (go to settings if android does not allow switching) and to go home (to the launcher).
Added a changelog in the app.
A trash to delete in "Apps & Shortcuts", when doing drag and drop.
Reduced ram usage.
Fixed: cells changed didn't look OK until relaunch of SwiftOpen.
Fixed: Changing the number of rows or columns now updates
Many other bugs fixed.
17/02/15 [v0.7.1]:
Drag and drop, when configuring grids.
Added dark theme.
More material design.
The animation for launching apps may be choosen.
Alt-tab on lollipop works much better now.
Fixed some bugs in tablet mode and border detector.
Fixed other bugs and known issues from 0.7.
07/02/15 [v0.7]:
Brand new shiny settings!!
Search in app list.
Option to remove action bar in tablet mode
Tablet Mode should work after reboot, now.
Fix a bug that made the app crash when an app in a folder was uninstalled.
Known issues:
Ok and Cancel FABs may be too close in some roms.
Tablet mode in Landscape may get a bit out of the screen.
08/12/14 [v0.6.3]:
Added "back folder"
Going back last app no longer stays highlighted.
App would crash in android API lower than 16.
Tablet mode now is active after reboot.
Tablet mode would activate without being active.
All apps' names are aligned now.
Fixed crashes when changing a cell or a grid.
Minor changes and fixes.
Settings to configure grids have been redesigned. A glimpse of what is coming
Reduced ram usage (and removed shadows before lollipop)
20/11/14 [v0.6.2]:
Fixed shadow for kitkat.
Improved eficiency (when drawing cells)
Some animations added.
17/11/14 [v0.6.1]:
Huge code changes for the future and for optimality.
Title marquee when it doesn't fit, and hidden when too small.
No notification icon in statusbar (will add setting to opt in or out).
Shadows and improved look (prior to android L it may not look very well, yet).
Other minor bug fixes.
07/11/14 [v0.6]:
Fixed when the launcher didn't start on boot (in v0.5).
Fixed bug when creating a new table and adding an app with the launcher running.
Fixed: the list of apps sometimes wouldn't load some apps.
Speed improved.
Tablet Mode (allows the launcher to be smaller than fullscreen!)
Multiple folder icons to choose.
Relaunch when killed by system should work better.
New package name + signature + code structure == you'll have to set the app up again. I'm really sorry about this.
26/10/14 [v0.5.2]:
Showing better text and icon position in big or small App-cells.
New icon.
Folder cellView and CellView "behind" of folder (after it is opened) now get Highlight.
20/10/14 [v0.5.1]:
Ready for Lollipop.
20/10/14 [v0.5]:
This version is not ready for Lollipop yet.
Icons were sometimes drawn in bad quality. Now they are ok.
Updating the launcher and detector when changes in settings are performed.
Notification leads to settings instead of closing the launcher.
Fixed: crash on tables with less than 4 cells.
Fixed: alt-tab would crash when recents was empty.
Notification icon is smaller.
The cell of the last opened app no longer stays highlighted.
Other minor bug fixes...
13/10/14 [v0.4]:
This version is not ready for android L yet.
Cells efficiency should be better, but will improve it further.
Back stack should be fixed.
Back from folder should be fixed except when in a folder inside of another folder.
Updating the launcher when changes in the table settings are performed (was harder than I expected!) (soon).
Choosing folder icons (soon).
26/9/14 [v0.3]:
UI improvements.
Minor bug fixes.
10/9/14 [v0.2]:
fixed: Sometimes apps didn't open (when closed through back button).
Other minor bug fixes.
Known bugs:
Direct calling on some samsung devices doesn't work.
A shortcut to soundhound may not work?
screen shoots please ?
wts1 said:
screen shoots please ?
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uploaded!
Great job
I'll keep an eye to see how it evolves. By now it looks promising.
It would be great to include the ability to add widgets as well.
Yes, it's planned. I will add the features I have planned so that you know them. But that's after bug fixing, when the app is open source. So it'll take a while yet. At least a month.
Awesome! (some feedback)
I've been looking for something like this for so long. I simply love shortcuts. I've been trying it for a day now and here is my feedback (and some suggestions):
- Settings don't apply inmediately. You have to turn off and close the app and then restart it for them to work. (It would be awesome to see real-time changes (i don't know how difficult that is), for example, for the vertical position of the border detection).
- The alt+tab function is simply genius, i use it more times than i expected. Keep that up.
- Rows and columns could be editable for each table. For example, i got a "Contacts table" (where a folder in my main page redirects to) where i'd like 6 contacts but i want 4x3 icons in my "Main table". So that would be a cool feature too.
- The permanent icon: I don't know it's purpose. If it's only to close the app, maybe an in-app long press button or something will do better and be less invasive for the drawer?
That's all for now, i will edit, if you want, with more feedback on the next days. :good:
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I've been looking for something like this for so long. I simply love shortcuts. I've been trying it for a day now and here is my feedback (and some suggestions):
- Settings don't apply inmediately. You have to turn off and close the app and then restart it for them to work. (It would be awesome to see real-time changes (i don't know how difficult that is), for example, for the vertical position of the border detection).
- The alt+tab function is simply genius, i use it more times than i expected. Keep that up.
- Rows and columns could be editable for each table. For example, i got a "Contacts table" (where a folder in my main page redirects to) where i'd like 6 contacts but i want 4x3 icons in my "Main table". So that would be a cool feature too.
- The permanent icon: I don't know it's purpose. If it's only to close the app, maybe an in-app long press button or something will do better and be less invasive for the drawer?
That's all for now, i will edit, if you want, with more feedback on the next days. :good:
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Thank you very much for your feedback. About settings, I know that and its in the bug list to be fixed.
Rows and columns editable for each table is also into consideration. Nevertheless I don't think it is intuitive because the cells would not be in the same position.
And if the permanent icon means the notification, it is because to ensure that the app is not killed by the system, it is required to have a permanent notification.
If you give me more feedback it will be highly appreciated
Here's some more
Here are two more things i noticed:
- The border detector sometimes gets graphically buggy and it shows a big rectangle where the thin line should be. I assume it's the detector losing its transparency. I have a Nexus 4 running cm11 M10 (maybe it's only my problem)
- And second, sometimes when you accidentally fast click the border, it opens youtube (in my case the top central shortcut) instead of the one that belongs to the very edge of my screen (which i have empty to prevent this cases in particular, though it seems not to work)
I leave a screenshot with my config also.
About the big rectangle in my phone it happens very very rarely. But I'll fix it as soon as I discover what causes it.
And about launching YouTube, I'll look into it. Nevertheless it shouldn't be necessary to leave that cell empty if you use the "distance to drag necessary..." preference. I know the name is not intuitive but it prevents the detector from opening the launcher when the drag is very short (taps).
Thanks!
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Nice work
Awesome app, I'd love to see it fully perfected!
Here's my feedback:
1. When the launcher is activated when in SwiftOpen Settings, the activity stack is all messed up, (especially if you go into creating a new table and opening the launcher while configuring it). While pressing back, the same activities come repeatedly and I have to press back a lot of times to exit the settings. Not a big issue, but a rough edge to be polished. I think it can be solved by providing a separate task stack for the launcher activity alone, by specifying a
Code:
android:taskAffinity
for the launcher activity in the manifest file.
2. Android limitation of launching an activity from a service only after at least 5 sec, is unfortunate. I was riddled with the same problem, however to overcome that, I replaced the activity and made the entire thing "draw over other apps". I am not sure whether it'll work properly in this case, but worth a try anyway.
I'll come back soon for the updates.
Edit: I guess point 2 is in place, since I don't see the delay anymore.
I noticed the stack issue and forgot to write it down, so haven't tried to fix it. I'll try as soon as possible. Thanks for the feedback!
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The "Distance of drag necessary..." works just perfectly fine!
I also noticed the stacking-back problem but i thought it was only me...
Keep up the awesome job!
Edit: Trying out the new v0.3 and noticed one thing, it's hard to explain so i'll try my best.
When you swipe away the apps from the "recent menu" (i dont know how to call it, it's the bottom right soft button on a Nexus4) and you leave it completely empty, using the Alt+tab function closes the app everytime.
It may be silly but that's a bug i think (although not very critical )
theJackalope said:
The "Distance of drag necessary..." works just perfectly fine!
I also noticed the stacking-back problem but i thought it was only me...
Keep up the awesome job!
Edit: Trying out the new v0.3 and noticed one thing, it's hard to explain so i'll try my best.
When you swipe away the apps from the "recent menu" (i dont know how to call it, it's the bottom right soft button on a Nexus4) and you leave it completely empty, using the Alt+tab function closes the app everytime.
It may be silly but that's a bug i think (although not very critical )
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Thanks! I hadn't noticed that. I'll try to fix it as soon as possible! It's not a typical scenario, though
Liking it very much so far. Looking forward to new updates!
Swift Open L cannot be installed if downloaded through tapatalk. The total size is 6bytes.
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Just wanted to add that the name is already taken in the GOogle Play market => https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.epicunlock.rx24race&hl=en
Apart from that, awesome app but I really would like to see drag and drop re-arrangement options for setting up my tables its a bit of a pita to remove and re-add when setting thigns up :-/
ovizii said:
Just wanted to add that the name is already taken in the GOogle Play market => https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.epicunlock.rx24race&hl=en
Apart from that, awesome app but I really would like to see drag and drop re-arrangement options for setting up my tables its a bit of a pita to remove and re-add when setting thigns up :-/
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Thanks for telling me about the name. When I looked for it it didn't appear (or I didn't see it). Nevertheless I'll put Swift open - Launcher or something like this, in the play store.
About drag and drop, it's in the long lost of to-dos but not a priority. First I have to fix some bugs. Thanks!
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Folder suggestion
Great App! Please consider allowing custom icon for each folder.
Never have to worry again about your privacy, with Permission Ruler!
Prerequisites:
If your device is rooted, you can use this app directly.
If your device runs LineageOs or derived ROMs (such as ResurrectionRemix) you can use this app without root.
Otherwise you can use this app just to see app permissions and manage them manually, through system settings.
Regain your privacy, rule your permissions!
Do you want to stop your apps using dangerous permissions when the screen is off? Did you ever asked yourself if an app can spy on you through your microphone when the device lays on your table? (the answer should be no: apps shouldnìt be able to spy on you that easily, but they can access your files, or get your location, etc.)
Then you want Permission Ruler!
Every time you turn off the screen, Permission Ruler will automatically revoke all permissions from all your apps for you, so you don't have to worry about your privacy or wasting your battery.
Permission Ruler will give you:
• Increased privacy (when the screen is off no app can do dangerous things)
• Increased battery life (since the apps can't do whatever they want, they will run less time, consuming less battery life)
• Simple usage: click on the only button in the main page when you install it, and forget it
• Lock permissions, revoking but not granting them back automatically
• Ignore specific apps
• Manually manage permissions through the app (will send to system settings)
• Don't grant permissions back automatically to apps not used recently
Special features (donate version)
• Ignore specific permissions of specific apps
• Lock specific apps/permissions
• Manage system apps
• Speed up Permission Ruler and use even less battery
Who can use it?
Anyone can use the app, but there are some limits.
To allows the app to automatically grant and revoke permissions you need Root permissions. An experimental support has been developed for custom ROMs derived from LineageOs (such as ResurrectionRemix).
How does it work?
When you turn off your screen, Permission Ruler will revoke all permissions from all apps (unless they are ignored). When you turn on the screen, it will grant all permissions back (unless they are locked).
Why should I use it?
Usually a phone lays for more than 70% time with the screen off. This means that if you grant a permission to an app to use a feature, that app will get that permission forever, even if you use that feature for less than 30% of the time.
Also, It's highly probable you granted permissions to an app you use a few times a year (like traveling/hotel booking apps, etc.). By default Permission Ruler will not grant permissions back to apps not used recently.
Warning:
Pause the app before uninstalling or deleting its data, so it will grant permissions back to all apps needed.
Download links:
Permission Ruler Normal Version
Permission Ruler Donate Version
XDA:DevDB Information
Permission Ruler, App for all devices (see above for details)
Contributors
sianos
Version Information
Status: Stable
Current Stable Version: 1.2.09
Stable Release Date: 2019-05-02
Created 2019-05-07
Last Updated 2019-05-07
Changelog
Version 1.6.02 (2021/11/29)
Improved support across all Android versions
Added Nearby Devices permissions for Android 12
Fixed count of whitelisted apps
Version 1.5.55 (2021/04/13)
few updates in internal methods to improve their stability
fixed rare issues on theme change
several graphical changes to make the app more modern:
- fixed size of elements
- removed top bar
- dark theme now uses green instead of blue, like the light theme
- bottom bar is now white/black
- few graphical simplifications
Version 1.5.52 (2021/01/15)
- Fixed apps with green checks mistakenly shown in allowlist
- Fixed custom protection mode on newer devices
- Few general ui fixes
Version 1.5.50 (2020/11/21)
This is a big update:
- Big changes in internal processes to grant/revoke permissions to make them faster
- Removed "Lazy" protection mode
- Added "Custom" protection mode (customize your own protection)
- Updated ui, theme and colors (especially dark theme) and improved app responsiveness
- Use of inclusive terminology
- Some graphical fixes
- Removed option to manage non-recent apps
Version 1.5.20 (2020/09/29)
Added full support for Android 11
Version 1.5.18 (2020/08/20)
Keyboards are now whitelisted by default (for after-unlock speedup)
Permission tab now allows to whitelist a permission for an app without opening the app details (only donate version)
Version 1.5.13 (2020/05/27)
Reviewed dark theme
Few small fixes
Version 1.5.02 (2020/03/02)
Last few improvements to permissions info gathering speed
Slightly improved currently open app detection
Version 1.5.01 (2020/01/31)
Few ui fixes
Added french, spanish and arabic translations
Version 1.5.00 (2020/01/17)
Added Overlay permission management!
Added dutch translation
Preparation for important update regarding permission info recognition
Version 1.4.18 (2019/12/23)
Custom schedule now officially out of beta!
improved permission info gathering speed
greatly improved ui performance
Fixes:
- dark theme changes on-fly
- custom schedule now works at seconds precision, instead of minutes
- rare issue with custom schedule not granting permissions back on non-root devices
Version 1.4.13 (2019/11/22)
New Feature: custom scheduling! (in beta)
This allows the use of Permission Ruler just in a specified interval of time (e.g. evening and night)
Improved performance of app/permission information gathering
Fixed a rare crash introduced in the last version
Version 1.4.05 (2019/10/21)
Completed support for Android Q and its dark theme
Few fixes for crashes due to uninstalled apps
Few ui updates
Small reduction to app size
Version 1.4.01 (2019/08/23)
Improved support for Android Q: Location can be granted only to apps currently open, too
Cleaned up dashboard
Improved performance with protected apps
Additions:
Permission list page
Long clicks on apps and permissions to open details
Fixes:
False negative no root error message on non-signature spoofing roms
Reduced icon sizes on some device
Custom OEMs' permission grouping
Version 1.3.10 (2019/07/01)
Added dark theme!
Added functional support for Android Q
Fixed issues for apps that don't request a previously requested permission anymore
Fixed status button not animating after rotation
Several fixes for very rare crashes
Version 1.3.00 (2019/06/02)
Reduced app size by ~30%
Fixed app freezing when rotating device when viewing app list or permission list in app detail page
Improved Dashboard and Settings graphics
Added default whitelist
FastWork option now integrated directly in donate version (which grants permissions in almost half the time)
Ported permission priority to normal version from donate one (making granting/revoking process slightly faster)
Added buttons for rating the app and send feedbacks via email: I'd like to know what you think about my app
Added explanation for default whitelisted permissions which cause known issues
Fixed support for 64 bit devices
Few performance improvements in graphical environment
Reserved
Great application, saves your RAM and lets you better understand your smartphone permissions, by letting you try different combination to manage your installed applications. Is it gonna be possible to manage advanced permissions without root?
Pagos1988 said:
Great application, saves your RAM and lets you better understand your smartphone permissions, by letting you try different combination to manage your installed applications. Is it gonna be possible to manage advanced permissions without root?
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Thanks!
It's not gonna be possible to use it without root. If it was possible, any app could do it, making permissions lose any utility.
There's a workaround for custom ROMs, at least the ones based on LineageOS, which involve installing a "compatibility layer" as a system app (this is done by the app itself automatically, under direct user permission).
New version released (1.3.10)!
Changelog:
Added dark theme
Added functional support for Android Q
Fixed issues for apps that don't request a previously requested permission anymore
Fixed status button not animating after rotation
New version released (1.4.01)
Improved support for Android Q: Location can be granted only to apps currently open, too
Cleaned up dashboard
Improved performance with protected apps
Additions:
Permission list page
Long clicks on apps and permissions to open details
Fixes:
False negative no root error message on non-signature spoofing roms
Reduced icon sizes on some device
Custom OEMs' permission grouping
New version released (1.4.01)
Improved support for Android Q: Location can be granted only to apps currently open, too
Cleaned up dashboard
Improved performance with protected apps
Additions:
Permission list page
Long clicks on apps and permissions to open details
Fixes:
False negative no root error message on non-signature spoofing roms
Reduced icon sizes on some device
Custom OEMs' permission grouping
New version released (1.4.05)
Completed support for Android Q and its dark theme
Few fixes for crashes due to uninstalled apps
Few ui updates
Small reduction to app size
New version released (1.4.13)
New Feature: custom scheduling! (in beta)
This allows the use of Permission Ruler just in a specified interval of time (e.g. evening and night)
Improved performance of app/permission information gathering
Fixed a rare crash introduced in the last version
Just seen this thread, very important app imo, strange that its not popular on xda.
Keep up the good work I will report bugs if found any
basem_ym said:
Just seen this thread, very important app imo, strange that its not popular on xda.
Keep up the good work I will report bugs if found any
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Thanks!
It really means a lot for me
New version released (1.4.18)
Custom schedule now officially out of beta!
improved permission info gathering speed
greatly improved ui performance
Fixes:
- dark theme changes on-fly
- custom schedule now works at seconds precision, instead of minutes
- rare issue with custom schedule not granting permissions back on non-root devices
New version released (1.5.00)
Added Overlay permission management!
Added dutch translation
Preparation for important update regarding permission info recognition
Hi! I just saw this thread.
This app looks good, and it seems it's working fine for me. No battery drain and permissions are really removed to apps (sometimes they are asked again).
But why should I grant root, if it can work without root (I'm on Lineage)?
Anyway, really good job! :good:
sportage91 said:
Hi! I just saw this thread.
This app looks good, and it seems it's working fine for me. No battery drain and permissions are really removed to apps (sometimes they are asked again).
But why should I grant root, if it can work without root (I'm on Lineage)?
Anyway, really good job! :good:
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Thanks!
Normal permission management is slightly faster using root, maybe even imperceptible.
Special permissions (window overlay) is way faster with root.
As per permissions asked again, it's because after some time you don't use an app, its permissions are no more granted back automatically (there is an option to grant them, too, but makes the app slower).
Thanks again for trying my app!
I'm trying to use this app to revoke permissions for Google Assistant to use the microphone while my device is locked. Even though I added the Google App to the managed Apps and have a green checkmark for the microphone permission, it doesn't seem to be working, as Google Assistant is still able to pick up my voice when the screen is locked. Is there something else that I can do?
badham123 said:
I'm trying to use this app to revoke permissions for Google Assistant to use the microphone while my device is locked. Even though I added the Google App to the managed Apps and have a green checkmark for the microphone permission, it doesn't seem to be working, as Google Assistant is still able to pick up my voice when the screen is locked. Is there something else that I can do?
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Try to manually revoke the microphone permission through the app and check if assistant is still listening (to check if revoking that permission really stops assistant to listen).
If so, grant it back and try to change the protection level to "Ruler" and retry.
Remember to wait at least 10-15 seconds to be sure to let the app revoke all permissions when you turn off the screen.
I just tried with my own phone (usually I ignore assistant) and it stops listening when screen is off and after turning on the screen for a couple seconds (my phone is not too fast).
Let me know if it works, and thanks for trying Permission Ruler!
New version released (1.5.01)
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New version released (1.5.02)
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