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[APP][1.6+] App Dialer 3.0 [update: better ordering, auto hide keyboard]

Hey, it's me again. You may be using my apps like Mario Live Wallpaper, Video Live Wallpaper, or WiimoteController. This time I come with a completly free (early) Christmas present to you guys at xda-devs and all other users of my apps!
I present to you... App Dialer
App dialer is an app launcher that can be used to find installed apps and start them very quickly. Today's Android devices have a lot of memory that users often spend on apps and games. Some users have as much as 400 applications installed on their device and navigating a list of apps or swiping between screens and screens of app icons just to find one can take a lot of time.
App Dialer can be used to quickly filter a large list of apps down to just a few or even just one item in just a few seconds.
There are a few app launching apps out there but what sets App Dialer from the rest is the way app list is filtered. Instead of using an awkward on-screen QWERTY keyboard, App Dialer comes with a built-in numeric keyboard. You can just dial out apps' names just like you would dial a spellable phone number. Button 2 represents A, B or C, button 3 represents D, E or F, and so on. Want the Browser? Dial 2769737 (spelled "browser"). Want the Gallery? Dial 4255379 (spelled "gallery"). It is that easy!
Having a numeric keyboard means having big, easy to hit buttons that can be hit quickly and accurately with only one hand. The app list updates and shrinks as you dial so there is a great chance that you will not have to dial the complete name before the app is already going to appear on the top of the list. With some practice (you might already have years of practice writing SMS messages this way) you will be able to launch any app on your device in three seconds or less, regardless of how many apps you have installed.
App Dialer highlights:
easy to use
can be started by long-pressing the search button (if your device has it)
can be started via a notification icon
starts fast, can be made even faster by turning off icons
quick dial for up to 10 favorite apps
pin selected apps to the top of the list
donation-supported, but otherwise free and ad-free!
This app is completly free. However it is donation-supported like all of my other apps. If you find it useful, please consider donating.
Get it from the Market: https://market.android.com/details?id=com.ccpcreations.android.appdialer
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This app has a Frequently Asked Questions section. To prevent unnecessary copying and desynchronization of the text, I keep it on my website.
Here is the link to the FAQ:
http://android.ccpcreations.com/appdialer/appdialer-faq
Changelog:
3.0, published 2012-02-08
- added Order by importance, which improves ordering of hits
- added an option to auto hide the on-screen keyboard when interacting with the app list
2.0, published 2012-01-08
- added the long-press menu with options to see App properties and Android Market page of the app
- added Pin to top to the long-press menu
- added Exclude from auto close to the long-press menu
- added Filter to the app's main menu for managing pinned and excluded apps
- the notification icon now appears on device startup if enabled
- fixed an app-specific issue
1.0, published 2011-12-21
- initial version

this is a great idea! good job man

I've just made an update to this app. You can read all about it above. Changelog is in the second post.

Sorry about double posting, but I've just made another update. Details in the second post.

How is the importance order set? Does it keep a count of which app we choose more when we click them in app dialer? Great feature! It has really improved the speed and relevance of the result, I rarely use my app drawer thanks to this app
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Greate apps ,thanks
HTC Sense 3.5,Android 2.3.5

azrash said:
How is the importance order set? Does it keep a count of which app we choose more when we click them in app dialer? Great feature! It has really improved the speed and relevance of the result, I rarely use my app drawer thanks to this app
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No, it's simpler than that. It is a combination of the alphabetical order and the position of the match (ie. the sooner the match is found in the app's name, the more important that app will be).

How can I make this the default app over the Google search box apk?. I move it to system and rename but still wants the long press to active the app.

[Widget][2.2+] new Tagy - icon-free interface for your home screen

We've just updated Tagy and we hope you'll like it. Please share your thoughts and suggestions!
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Tagy is a new bundle of widgets that organize apps, contacts, bookmarks and settings into tag clouds on your home screen.
Tag cloud items will change color and size based on click frequency, allowing important items to stand out and unimportant items to fade. So your favorite items will be highlighted for faster access.
Tagy Settings and Tagy Google Services are Tagy widgets that present shortcuts to your system settings and links to Google mobile services and apps as tag clouds.
Use cases
Tag cloud user interface lets you to::
• Instantly access your content without scrolling or browsing folders;
• Obtain insights about usage patterns by locating infrequently used content such as unused apps or inactive contacts as well as favorite items; and
• Save space – one tag cloud can contain five times more items than a regular icon grid.
Features
Tagy is very friendly to your system:
• It consumes minimum system resources;
• It does not affect battery life;
• It needs only basic permissions; and
• It supports custom launchers and themes.
Tagy also supports portrait and landscape orientation.
Tagy widgets are free (main widgets pack is trial).
To go to the Tagy download pages, please see the QRs attached.
Tagy: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.license.tagcloudui

Links aren't working. Any chance you can provide new ones? I'd like to check this out.
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Teklogikal said:
Links aren't working. Any chance you can provide new ones? I'd like to check this out.
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Thank you! Have you tried the text links I pasted? Since I'm a newbie member, I can't paste hyperlinks.

Frequently asked question:
Q: Are tags clickable?
A: Yes, you can click on tags to launch corresponding apps, contacts or bookmarks. Also, as you click them, tags will change size and color.

Looks good OP. Thanks!
Links:
Tagy:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tagcloudui
Tagy Google Services:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gservices.tagcloudui
Tagy Settings:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.settings.tagcloudui

Thanks! And thank you for the links, I couldn't add them

Update: now Tagy Google Services wil try to open corresponding Google app if installed, otherwise it will open service webpage.

Massive update - check out new tag backgrounds

It looks like I just threw up on my screen.
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They call it modern art I guess

Had to redo all five screens with the change in unlocker, what a pita.

Tagy_ said:
Thanks! And thank you for the links, I couldn't add them
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No problem. Happy to help.

Pkt_Lnt said:
Had to redo all five screens with the change in unlocker, what a pita.
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Sorry, there was no easy way of changing to trial. Hope you like tag backgrounds, though.

Tagy_ said:
Sorry, there was no easy way of changing to trial. Hope you like tag backgrounds, though.
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Some might, not me. I use NoWallpaper (black) with just the color text.
New version will not let me update apps. I have three app screens, and do not want to enable new apps on all, so they are all unchecked. Then after I install an app, I cannot go to the app widget where I want it and add it.

I've just looked at it and it should add new apps to the list, but they will be unchecked if you uncheck the Add new apps automatically mark. Note that installed app needs to have a launcher activity (be present in your apps list) to be added to the widget.

Awesome widget, thx

Tagy_ said:
Old version has similar behavior. It's by design now, but we'll change it in the future. We thought that if you uncheck the Add apps automatically mark, then you don't want updates for that widget, but that's not how it goes for many users.
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I do want to selectively add apps, but my choice, and not automagically (sic).

I've just looked at it and it turns out we've already implemented what I have described So you should see all your installed apps in the widgets apps list, either you turn the Autoadd option on or off. The only difference is when this option is off, the new app will be unchecked in the list. But note that installed app needs to have a launcher activity (be present in your apps list) to be added to the widget.
Can you specify what app does not show in the widgets apps selection? Or maybe you could try to install any ordinary app from the market and see whether it will show up.

using right now it's very goog credits to you.
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Tagy_ said:
I've just looked at it and it turns out we've already implemented what I have described So you should see all your installed apps in the widgets apps list, either you turn the Autoadd option on or off. The only difference is when this option is off, the new app will be unchecked in the list. But note that installed app needs to have a launcher activity (be present in your apps list) to be added to the widget.
Can you specify what app does not show in the widgets apps selection? Or maybe you could try to install any ordinary app from the market and see whether it will show up.
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It is/was GMail, flashed in recovery, GApps and an ICS alpha ROM. After some reboots it shows up, but then Play Store just updated itself and it is gone from Tagy and I cannot get it back.
It might be the alpha ROM doing it. I will try again when I restore my normal ROM and see.

[APP][3.0+] AppDialer–fastest app launcher! 80% off today!

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Search apps/contacts on device never been so smart and fast! Once you try AppDialer you'll love it!
Few clicks is enough to find any app/contact on nupad keyboard. And with every click AppDialer getting smarter! Self learning piRank algorithm provides best results personally for you.
Key Features:
Features:
★ App search by app name or package name
★ Contact search by name or phone number
★ An easy-to-use predictive keyboard
★ (PRO) A “quick launch” panel in the notifications area
★ (PRO) Options to uninstall apps, pin icons to the Home screen or get app info
★ (PRO) Options to send sms, edit contact, show details
★ (PRO) Contact options!
★ (PRO) Widget!
Free version:
PRO version:
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Very good app. Thank you. I incorporate this into GMD Gesture app so that i can invoke this app whenever i swipe three fingers down on my phone.

hotelier1984 said:
Very good app. Thank you. I incorporate this into GMD Gesture app so that i can invoke this app whenever i swipe three fingers down on my phone.
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Great use case! Thanks!

Guys, I've updated the app. So you can
* Hold hardware Search button to launch AppDialer
* Use numbers for search app
* Improved perfomance

After installing this I'm enjoying how fast I can open my apps! Thanks. Keep it up!
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AppDialer version 3.2 has been released!
- Faster launch and search
- Many useful pro features
- Polished design
- List of last used or installed apps
Folks, do you need widget? Widget for searching app (like app does) or just widget with a list of last used apps? What would be better?

I like Widget for searching app (like app does)

Awsome app! less clutter on screen

Most useful app dear sir. Thank You. :good:
Does it have any settings? Couldn't find any..
Also, if possible please try to include app info in free version. Plz Plz..humble request sir

Nice app. Like it very much. Couldn't really find "settings" neither PRO version. Where is it?

pesiran said:
I like Widget for searching app (like app does)
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I going to add a widget with a list of last used apps and awesome notification features, like a launch last used apps or launch AppDialer from status bar.

AppDIaler has not settings. At least yet. I going to add some settings for the next features. This is a tiny app and I wouldn't like to overload it with a settings.
Anyway, what you would like to have in Settings?

hotelier1984 said:
Very good app. Thank you. I incorporate this into GMD Gesture app so that i can invoke this app whenever i swipe three fingers down on my phone.
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Now that's a great way of using it. I'll use it instead with Nova Launcher, but thank you for the hint.

I'm liking this so far
piligrimm said:
AppDIaler has not settings. At least yet. I going to add some settings for the next features. This is a tiny app and I wouldn't like to overload it with a settings.
Anyway, what you would like to have in Settings?
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I'd like the option to hide certain apps from the search.

Will consider to add this feature. But may you'd like just to disable certain apps at all? You can do this on App Info screen for system apps. In this case app will disappear in system launcher. And in AppDialer too (truly not yet but in next version).
Danation said:
I'd like the option to hide certain apps from the search.
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I think he's thinking more about disabling the apps he already has on Desktop. Just guessing.

Sir could you provide the long press > App info feature in the free version. Would be really grateful.

Thx very usefull apps

The-Droidster said:
Sir could you provide the long press > App info feature in the free version. Would be really grateful.
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Please write me a private message and I'll help you.

I came here via XDA front page.
I was happy to see the app that has the exact functionality I was looking for long time ago.
So I went happily to the Play store, clicked Install... but oh, no! It's compatible only with devices running Honeycomb and later. Very dissapointed :crying: (I have Moto Atrix, stuck with Gingerbread ATM)

[APP][2.3+]Sidebar Launcher - Fantastic multi-tasking way on Android

Sidebar Launcher - Fantastic multi-tasking way on Android
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Download in Google Play
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[2014/3/17]What's New in version 3.0:
1. Support customizing sidebar background.
2. Support managing card title.
3. Support new languages: Korean, German, Spanish, French, Finnish.
4. Fix some bugs.
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[2014/3/17]What's New in version 2.0:
1. Support light theme, and support transparency option.
2. Add Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Vietnamese, Russian.
3. Support swipe sensibility settings.
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Introduction:
Sidebar Launcher brings you the most fantastic way to multi-tasking on your phone and tablet. With the exclusive design of "Card", you will feel the most incredible efficiency when you're operating on your device. Sidebar Launcher is floating on any apps. You can swipe to show it anywhere and anytime.
So, what is "Card"?
Card is a defined as a single/group of function. Add/Remove card as you want, make Sidebar Launcher be your very personal assistant. Please let us know what kind of feature/"Card" you want. We will try our best to make it happen.
Screenshots
What’s special:
1. Customized swiping method: The area and the direction
2. Shortcut: Access shortcut without going back to Home screen
3. Display battery & Clear memory: Easily and Quickly to clean your system
4. Music controller: Enjoy music anytime
Features list:
We support following Cards:
1. Time & Date
2. Quick settings (Toggles)
3. Favourite apps
4. Functions:
- Lock screen
- Home
- App drawer
- Flashlight
- Expand status bar
- Volume up / down
- Menu (need root)
- Back (need root)
5. Shortcut
6. Display battery & Clear memory
7. Music controller
8. Recent apps
9. Recent calls
10. Recent messages
FAQ
Why I cannot uninstall Sidebar Launcher?
The "Lock screen" feature requires activating device administrator, you have to deactivate it in security settings before installing.
There are two ways to uninstall it:
1. Open Sidebar Launcher, go to settings page, find the "Uninstall" option. (Recommend)
2. First, go to "System settings" -> "Security settings" -> "Device administrators" deactivate "Sidebar Launcher", then uninstall Sidebar Launcher in a normal way.
Download in Google Play
Contact & Feedback:
Please share your ideas with us. Tell us what kind of Card you want. Let's make this app better and better together. If there is any problem or feedback, please send email to: [email protected]

Sounds great, I'll try.

Cool, Just what I want.
:good:
Great work bro.
I love it on my nexus 4, quick control my cellphone while watching vedio? It's sooo cool. Thx guys! Bring more cards plz~

New app. Cool. Let me have a try. :victory:

I have tried this app, very cool. Recommend it. But I have a few suggestions:
1. make it more colorful. I don't like this black style
2. more function cards, e.g. weather,

Just bought this, seems very nice up to now, i can see how it will be helpful.
I have one question though, once you have added the apps / shortcuts you want, is there a way to the re-organise them as you may want certain ones at the front etc..
Not sure if i have missed how to do this, maybe you can already, i dont seem to be able to find it easy though if anyone can help?
Up to now great app though, i like it.
James

ReaLly aMaZed...?:thumbup: :beer:
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I try it, it is so coool. But If I can have more colors would be better.

Tried and paid, awesome!

thanks a lot for your suggestions, we will try to integrate them to the next version
AdamTx said:
I have tried this app, very cool. Recommend it. But I have a few suggestions:
1. make it more colorful. I don't like this black style
2. more function cards, e.g. weather,
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Works perfect. Great job :good:

I have another request. I travel a lot. A card with the time of different location would be great. Do you guys have any plan to support similar feature? Please let me know if it could be implemented in near future.
Thanks a lot. You guys are rock. :victory:

well, it sounds great.
We will discuss it~
Thanks a lot:highfive:
AdamTx said:
I have another request. I travel a lot. A card with the time of different location would be great. Do you guys have any plan to support similar feature? Please let me know if it could be implemented in near future.
Thanks a lot. You guys are rock. :victory:
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Thank you for your support!
It doesn't support 'sort' function in the apps/shortcuts card. You can delete them and add them manually again with the order you want.
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Just bought this, seems very nice up to now, i can see how it will be helpful.
I have one question though, once you have added the apps / shortcuts you want, is there a way to the re-organise them as you may want certain ones at the front etc..
Not sure if i have missed how to do this, maybe you can already, i dont seem to be able to find it easy though if anyone can help?
Up to now great app though, i like it.
James
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Very good programe
Very good programe! I must try

very good
Great, gave me a lot of surprises.but,I hope to have more themes:victory:

still really liking this app, is there no way to take the app out of the notifications drop down though? i don't want it to be there, it only takes you to the settings anyway, which i can easily get to in the app its self.
can this be fixed as i dont see any need for it to be there?
Also sometimes my apps seem to take a bit longer than i'd expect to start from the sidebar, has anyone else found this?

Nice work, this looks and performs really well. :beer: Maybe in future could support additional fonts.

can you please make it work better with devices with low ram @dasi1241
also I noticed some battery drainage.

1. I wish this part is removed if i dont have cards filling it.
2. Add option for sensitivity, i want to increase it.
Thanks
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[APP] Flash Launcher for android

Flash Launcher
Launch your recent applications, favorite tools and utilities as quick as a flash.
Work like a charm, must try!
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.superdroid.applauncher
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Specially it has a lot of smart features and waiting for you to discover.
Designed for droid fans only !
Download it from Google Play now!

Designed for droid fans only !
Choose Flash light / File manager / App manager / Clock / Chrome / Camera to make an expandable launcher bar.

Love the look & feel of this app. Love it's functionality .. As name says flash launcher, it launches apps quickly and give ur phone a boost

From notification bar, it is very easy to start your recent applications and favorite tools --

Turn one of the notification bars into Launcher Bar, then launch your recent applications, favorite tools and utilities as quickly as a flash.

It turn off (crash) shortly after start. My device LG F60 (d390n), Lollipop.

Daniel-P said:
It turn off (crash) shortly after start. My device LG F60 (d390n), Lollipop.
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have new update and please try again:victory:

Now is working but closing sometimes after some period of time.
Suggestions and one bug:
1) app crashes when click calculator (maybe because my device don't have one in standard and Im using 3rd apps for gallery, music, video and calculator)
2) add option to change web browser (Im using opera as main app and chrome for some cases)
3) add option to change SMS app (notification options) because Im using Textra, not stock standard app
4) add more themes (it would be great if we can change colors by some pallete or hex codes)
5) add polish language xD (I can help with this)
Thats all for now, nice job

Thanks a lot for your suggestions.
We will keep improving this little widget thing.
Daniel-P said:
Now is working but closing sometimes after some period of time.
Suggestions and one bug:
1) app crashes when click calculator (maybe because my device don't have one in standard and Im using 3rd apps for gallery, music, video and calculator)
2) add option to change web browser (Im using opera as main app and chrome for some cases)
3) add option to change SMS app (notification options) because Im using Textra, not stock standard app
4) add more themes (it would be great if we can change colors by some pallete or hex codes)
5) add polish language xD (I can help with this)
Thats all for now, nice job
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Very nice and impressive works! Big thanks to the developer!
However, the app significantly causes reboot to my phone (note 5 with Android 6.0).
I really like this app...but I decided to uninstall it since it makes my phone reboot too often...
Hope the developer can fix this bug in the future...I hope it is a rare case for me only...
Thanks!

hongkongfbi said:
Very nice and impressive works! Big thanks to the developer!
However, the app significantly causes reboot to my phone (note 5 with Android 6.0).
I really like this app...but I decided to uninstall it since it makes my phone reboot too often...
Hope the developer can fix this bug in the future...I hope it is a rare case for me only...
Thanks!
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It is a pity to hear about that.
will try to solve it.