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Double tap !

Hello !
Do anyone know how to wake up the lock screen with double tap, please ? Like under emui 4.0 !
Thx !

iderf said:
Hello !
Do anyone know how to wake up the lock screen with double tap, please ? Like under emui 4.0 !
Thx !
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Hi, i don't know about EMUI 4.0 but i'm using Nova Launcher Beta under EMUI 5.0, i did'nt find any other solution.

It might be hidden and accessible with root access, but it's not a stock feature on the Mate 9.

lionpeloche said:
Hi, i don't know about EMUI 4.0 but i'm using Nova Launcher Beta under EMUI 5.0, i did'nt find any other solution.
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Nova launcher BETA 5 crash when I want to add clock widget on springboard ! :crying:

MishaalRahman said:
It might be hidden and accessible with root access, but it's not a stock feature on the Mate 9.
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Pfff !

lionpeloche said:
Hi, i don't know about EMUI 4.0 but i'm using Nova Launcher Beta under EMUI 5.0, i did'nt find any other solution.
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With Nova normal or beta? how do you put double tap on the lock screen (like the v20)? I know how to double tap to shut the screen off .. but not screen on when phone is locked,

SAO said:
With Nova normal or beta? how do you put double tap on the lock screen (like the v20)? I know how to double tap to shut the screen off .. but not screen on when phone is locked,
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Crash is with NOVA beta !
I've got an Huawei GX8 MM_6.0.1
In Settings/Intelligent assistance/Movement control/Double Tap can be enable.

SAO said:
With Nova normal or beta? how do you put double tap on the lock screen (like the v20)?
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Nova Launcher Beta 5.0-beta10
Nova Settings
Gestures and actions
Gestures -> Double Tap = Lock Screen
and unlock screen with fingerprint not before 10/15 sec, i don't know why there is a latence of 10/15 secondes.
When double tapping it asked me if i wanted to give Nova Launcher admin rights, i said no, since if you authorize admin rights you won't be able to use fingerprint for unlocking.
Nova developer Kevin answered to me about this and said that this is a known issue and for the time being there is a work around only for those who are rooted.
So imo it's only a matter of time to get it fixed.
But Kevin is proposing that if we go to Google Play Store and purchase "Screen Lock Pro" we can use it as a work around, i did it and within Nova settings Gestures instead to make "lock screen" action as a result of double tap you ask to launch "Screen Lock Pro", but i wasn't satisfied with the result so i went back to the latence of 10/15 secondes that doesn't annoy me.
But i found that during this 10/15 seconds navigation icons at the bottom of the screen are still visible and if you tap the square one when it is visible you can come back to the unlocked screen, if you wait for the delay of 10/15 secondes you'll have to unlock with the fingerprint which is good.
I don't know if my explanations are clears but using it is very easy, very fast and very safe, good luck.
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iderf said:
Crash is with NOVA beta !
I've got an Huawei GX8 MM_6.0.1
In Settings/Intelligent assistance/Movement control/Double Tap can be enable.
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What's Huawei GX8 MM_6.0.1 ? is it a Mate 9 ?

Huawei G8 or GX8 is an another model phone with Marsmallow 6.0.1 EMUI 4.0
http://s3.amazonaws.com/digitaltrends-uploads-prod/2016/01/huawei-gx8.jpg
On this model phone, when Double Tap is enable, I can see clock without using Power button.
I just want to do that with Double Tap on Mate 9.
It's unfortunate that EMUI 5 doesn't offer this possibility

Tried to find a way... Doesn't work. At least I can't find a way to turn the screen ON when the screen is turned off and the phone locked.

SAO said:
Tried to find a way... Doesn't work. At least I can't find a way to turn the screen ON when the screen is turned off and the phone locked.
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I'm using "Nova Launcher Licence" which is called "Nova Launcher Prime" (5,25 €) on Google Play store, does it make the difference, i believe that it should offer more possibilities.
Yeap it does, here under are the description on Google Play for Nova Launcher Prime :
Nova Launcher Prime
Unlock the following extras by purchasing Nova Launcher Prime
• Gestures - Swipe, pinch, double tap and more on the home screen to open your favorite apps
• Unread Counts - Never miss a message. Unread count badges for Hangouts, SMS, Gmail and more using the TeslaUnread plugin
• Custom Drawer Groups - Create new tabs or folders in the app drawer
• Hide Apps - Keep a clean app drawer by hiding never used apps
• Icon Swipes - Set custom actions for swiping on app shortcuts or folders
• More scroll effects - Such as Wipe, Accordion, and Throw
Nova Launcher Prime acts as a license to unlock these features in the free Nova Launcher App. You will need to install Nova Launcher first.

lionpeloche said:
I'm using "Nova Launcher Licence" which is called "Nova Launcher Prime" (5,25 €) on Google Play store, does it make the difference, i believe that it should offer more possibilities.
• Gestures - Swipe, pinch, double tap and more on the home screen to open your favorite apps
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Agreed... but the double tap isn't working on my side to turn the screen on when the phone is off or locked it. Is it working for you? If yes, please provide me how you did that... as it only works to shut the screen off for me.
Thnx!
PS: i have the license (been using Nova for over 2 years now) and also in the Beta.

The launcher can't wake your device from sleep. The double tap actions in Nova are for when you're interacting with the launcher eg. on your home screen.

SAO said:
Agreed... but the double tap isn't working on my side to turn the screen on when the phone is off or locked it. Is it working for you? If yes, please provide me how you did that... as it only works to shut the screen off for me.
Thnx!
PS: i have the license (been using Nova for over 2 years now) and also in the Beta.
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No it doesn't work this way and for me it's better like this, allowing turning the screen on with double tap is allowing anybody to access to your mobile, i personaly doesn't find too hard to unlock with fingerprint, even when the mobile is sitting on the desk.

lionpeloche said:
No it doesn't work this way and for me it's better like this, allowing turning the screen on with double tap is allowing anybody to access to your mobile, i personaly doesn't find too hard to unlock with fingerprint, even when the mobile is sitting on the desk.
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Ok thats what i thought. turning on the screen with double tap on your desk doesn't let people access your phone when locked just let's you input your pin or pattern faster, instead of picking it up. It's really a little detail for comfort on my side as my phone is most of the time in front of me on my desk.
Thanks anyhow.

SAO said:
Ok thats what i thought. turning on the screen with double tap on your desk doesn't let people access your phone when locked just let's you input your pin or pattern faster, instead of picking it up. It's really a little detail for comfort on my side as my phone is most of the time in front of me on my desk.
Thanks anyhow.
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You're welcome but what i'm telling you is only my using, Nova Launcher could do may be what you are looking for but i don't know how to do it, you should ask Kevin by email, he is answering questions without any problem.

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Thanks iderf,
I've got almost the same on EMUI 5.0 Android 7.0
MOUVEMENTS
Retourner
Soulever
Mettre à l'oreille
GESTES AVEC L'ARTICULATION DU DOIGT
Capture d'écran intelligente
Ouverture d'application
Partition d'écran
and that's it !
I can't post a screenshot, i don't know how many posts i should have before to be allowed ?

iderf said:
Nova launcher BETA 5 crash when I want to add clock widget on springboard ! :crying:
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yeah I get the same when adding a clock widget in nova it crashes and have to uninstall and re-install.

No issue after re-install ?
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how to add settings widget?

I cannot seem to find settings widget where i could add shortcuts to battery settings etc when i try to add a widget to do that. i have tried samsung's launcher and also nova launcher. is there any way to add shortcuts to settings?
thank you.

Looking for the same here. I also can't find it.

chirantan.f said:
I cannot seem to find settings widget where i could add shortcuts to battery settings etc when i try to add a widget to do that. i have tried samsung's launcher and also nova launcher. is there any way to add shortcuts to settings?
thank you.
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ellite said:
Looking for the same here. I also can't find it.
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i found the best shortcuts to any app
is QuickShortcutMaker app ( free version Play store)
see screenshots
I have Nova Launcher Prime but found QuickshortcutMaker easier /more options etc

chirantan.f said:
i have tried samsung's launcher and also nova launcher. is there any way to add shortcuts to settings?
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Using Nova:
Get into the home widgets selection, add a Nova widget of type Activity, then scroll the list until you find Settings, expand it and scroll up to the Battery item. Select it.
There you can also find all the possible shortcuts.
(I've translated the menu items from my Italian version)

Trying to add App Mgr using Nova Activities. Doesn't work. When I click or hold the setting it opens App Mgr but doesn't add it to home screen

JeffATL said:
Trying to add App Mgr using Nova Activities. Doesn't work. When I click or hold the setting it opens App Mgr but doesn't add it to home screen
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If you use QuickShortcutMaker
it works fine
See screenshots.

Thanks. But got it to work finally. No need for another app.

JeffATL said:
Thanks. But got it to work finally. No need for another app.
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any chance you could share how this is done?

To be honest , not sure. I just kept trying normal processes for adding widgets, then choosing nova activities, and under settings there are a ton of options for apps/app mgr, I kept trying different ones and one stuck.

Can not use for nova launcher.

willcor said:
i found the best shortcuts to any app
is QuickShortcutMaker app ( free version Play store)
see screenshots
I have Nova Launcher Prime but found QuickshortcutMaker easier /more options etc
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I could be the dumb but which in the list of Settings shortcuts did you choose in QuickShortcutMaker to make the shortcut to the resolution changer?

themissionimpossible said:
Using Nova:
Get into the home widgets selection, add a Nova widget of type Activity, then scroll the list until you find Settings, expand it and scroll up to the Battery item. Select it.
There you can also find all the possible shortcuts.
(I've translated the menu items from my Italian version)
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Thanks for this.
The only thing that worked for me (Samsung S9+, Android 8.0.0) was the Nova launcher. QuickShortcutMaker went through the motions, but didn't actually put a shortcut on the home screen.
The Nova launcher works a treat, but why do Samsung oblige me to replace their launcher within the first half hour of owning their otherwise very nice phone?
I always switch on "Do not disturb" before going to sleep, as I use my phone as an alarm clock, so need to leave it switched on, but of course don't want alerts all night. As you can imagine, the last thing I want to be doing when I'm tired is effing around with settings, so having a shortcut to DND is essential.
The other shortcut I created was to the "Change Home" setting so I can easily switch back and forth between Nova and the "Samsung Experience" whenever I want. And you know something's going to be dodgy when they call it the "Something-or-other Experience"
Grrrrrrrrrrrr!!

themissionimpossible said:
Using Nova:
Get into the home widgets selection, add a Nova widget of type Activity, then scroll the list until you find Settings, expand it and scroll up to the Battery item. Select it.
There you can also find all the possible shortcuts.
(I've translated the menu items from my Italian version)
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thank you, you just turned my 30 minutes web research into success.
gosh that was rather hard to find. hate that they removed the settings widget. had to gain access to notification log. your way worked out for me (android pie latest)

dekatch said:
thank you, you just turned my 30 minutes web research into success.
gosh that was rather hard to find. hate that they removed the settings widget. had to gain access to notification log. your way worked out for me (android pie latest)
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it may be necroposting..but I'm having this exact same issue on android 10..I'd be infinitely happy with some sort of widget for this task...

theres a way to do it via the widgets screen when using nova launcher..I cant remember the exact steps for it.

[HOW TO]Move the clock in Android Pie

How to move the clock on the right or put it in the center on android pie​
There is a way to move the clock on the right where it was. For me, personally, I get used to to be in the left, but I also like to be able to personalize my phone on the way I want. Now, this is possible
1. You need to install an app called System UI Tuner and register for the beta program. After this, you have to receive an update of the app. Update it.
2. Need to give it permission through ADB. Here are the commands:
adb shell pm grant com.zacharee1.systemuituner android.permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS
adb shell pm grant com.zacharee1.systemuituner android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS
adb shell pm grant com.zacharee1.systemuituner android.permission.DUMP
3.Go to Status bar > Custom and click Add item. Enter the key "right_clock_position". Enter whatever name for it you want. The new item will be created. Toggle it OFF.
Screenshot:
https://i.imgur.com/iTGR24G.jpg
The littles little buggy for me, just keep it in mind. Also, the clock can be moved in the center with "middle_clock_position"
Source: Reddit

Thank you sooooooo much for this FIX, it was driving me nuts!

OMG!!!!!!!!!!!! Best pie mod ever!

fantastic app, there is the option to hide status bar e recall it with a swype when needed

Wish this had come out sooner, but LOVE it!

OK, I'm an idiot...where do I sign up for the beta of System UI Tuner?
I found it.... (I'm still an idiot)

From the last update of the app, you don't need anymore to add keys. There is option for moving the clock.
View attachment 4708037

So glad to have the clock back where it belongs

larryk said:
OK, I'm an idiot...where do I sign up for the beta of System UI Tuner?
I found it.... (I'm still an idiot)
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So where is it?

After you have installed the app, wait about 15 - 20 minutes, and go back into the play store on that app, and you should see a link to join the beta program. I did it from the phone, I don't know if it shows up on a PC.

AWESOME!!! Thanks ?

Does it have date in status bar?
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FYI,to the OP and everyone who used this method: You don't need to do anything in special to accomplish this. Go to settings>press the magnifying glass and type in "clock"> go to "clock style" and choose whatever one you desire including the big font one prior to android pie. Your welcome.

racingmatt1 said:
FYI,to the OP and everyone who used this method: You don't need to do anything in special to accomplish this. Go to settings>press the magnifying glass and type in "clock"> go to "clock style" and choose whatever one you desire including the big font one prior to android pie. Your welcome.
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Did you even READ the OP? This method is for moving the clock in the status bar.

mopartonyg said:
Did you even READ the OP? This method is for moving the clock in the status bar.
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Must of overlooked the status bar part.

Good lock app is now available in Galaxy Store with a module to move the clock position in the status bar, as well as tons more awesome customization options. For those of you who have disabled galaxy store, the apk for Good Lock and its modules can also be found on apkmirror.com
I had never used this app prior to Pie but I must say, its pretty friggin sweet! I highly recommend it to all galaxy device owners (unfortunately it's not yet compatible with Galaxy S10(+) apparently)

https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3908650
[APP][v2.0][09/03] NiceLock - Good Lock 2019 Launcher for Pie [Updated]
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Anyway to show date on the status bar without an app?

I don't think is possible? At least I don't know.
PS:
About the guide in OP. Now is kinda useless because you can do this with Good Lock.

I tried it on my huawei mate 10 and it didn't work. Is a reboot needed after, perhaps? I prefer the clock in the middle.

Remove google feed

How can I remove google feed when I swipe on the left on home screen?

Is that on the oppo launcher? How do you get it enabled ?
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I wanna know too

kevinireland11 said:
Is that on the oppo launcher? How do you get it enabled ?
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oppo launcher. Enable by default

jaidernow said:
oppo launcher. Enable by default
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I don't have the google feed, just some Smart Assistant thing?

jaidernow said:
How can I remove google feed when I swipe on the left on home screen?
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Please post a screenshot of this option in launcher setting. Thanks

I also have Google feed enabled and didn't found any option in launcher settings to change or disable it.

I would like to know how to turn this on as I also just have some smart assistant thing when I swipe across.
I've changed to Action Pixel launcher to get the Google feed enabled but I feel that none of the launchers i've tried so far are as smooth or responsive as the stock ColorOS launcher.

frost said:
I also have Google feed enabled and didn't found any option in launcher settings to change or disable it.
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But are you sure that you have the stock coloros launcher? Check it.

denzel09 said:
But are you sure that you have the stock coloros launcher? Check it.
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Yes, i'm sure. But I think it may depend on the operator's branding. My phone is branded for Vodafone, perhaps Oppo does some things on their request.

Can you pleas show us the feed?

thor84sh said:
Can you pleas show us the feed?
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If you look back at the comments you'll see it
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In this whole thread is just one Picture. One of a home screen with a Google searchbar.
No Google feed so far.

thor84sh said:
In this whole thread is just one Picture. One of a home screen with a Google searchbar.
No Google feed so far.
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This is an animated gif, not a picture. If you can't see animation, try to change your browser.

Very curious to find out if installing the launcher version from devices with Google Feed will enable it on devices without Google Feed. Can someone with one of these regional/branded devices check the version number of their launcher?
On certain Huawei phones it was possible to enable the feed by ADB disabling HiBoard. Unfortunately disabling Oppo's feed with ADB does not enable the Google Feed.

The version number is visible in the screenshot in the attachment.

..i have color os version 7.2 (11_A.30) and google feed is only available as a choice (option) in smart assistant settings, simply swiping from left to right opens assistant and you have to choose ( predefined ) from settings ( icon on the top right hand side )

Having the same trouble. Clueless here. Anyone had the same issue and fixed it? Oppo A72 here on Android 10 coloros 7.1

Switched off the Google news feed but when I swipe from left to right, I still have Google but its blank.. anyway.of changing it to another app or switching it off completely?

Hi,
I found a way to "disable" the Google feed without installing another launcher.
If you hide the Google App in the Privacy Settings, when you swipe left, nothing happens. The icon at the bottom which indicates how many pages there are is still visible but honestly it doesn't bother me much.
Hopefully, Oppo will add the option to hide the Google Feed page.
Cheers

Unable to use split screen with Nova launcher

Hello to everybody!
Is there a way to use split screen mode while using nova launcher????

I wish to find out as well ?

Works on mine with Nova installed, but only when another app is already open, not when you are on your "homescreen" (or another page of Nova if you have more than one).
"Floating Window" mode works fine on Nova though, with no other apps open.
Swipe in from left or right to open the Multi-Window dock....
Quick press an app for Floating Window.
Drag an app from the dock to the top or bottom of the screen for Split Screen mode, but as I said this only works when an app is already open, so open one of the ones you want normally first, then open the dock and drag the other app you want to the top or bottom to give you split screen.
Not all apps are compatible with Split Screen, but there is an option in Settings/System & updates/Developer Options to "Force activities to be resizable" which may help.

Actually, you can use split screen on Nova Launcher. You just have to trigger it differently. I have no idea why. This is just the result of trial-and-error.
First turn on "force activities to be resizable" from developer options.
Now when in an app. Long press the recent apps button, release it and then press the home button. This works on my Samsung J500F with unofficial Lineage OS 17.1. Let me know if it works

.apoorv. said:
Actually, you can use split screen on Nova Launcher. You just have to trigger it differently. I have no idea why. This is just the result of trial-and-error.
First turn on "force activities to be resizable" from developer options.
Now when in an app. Long press the recent apps button, release it and then press the home button. This works on my Samsung J500F with unofficial Lineage OS 17.1. Let me know if it works
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Not on a P40 Pro unfortunately, we do things differently over here!

colthekid said:
Not on a P40 Pro unfortunately, we do things differently over here!
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Oh. Too bad
However, if you go to recent apps, and long-press the icon of a particular app, it shows two options- app info, and split-screen, in Lineage OS. Any luck with that?

.apoorv. said:
Oh. Too bad
However, if you go to recent apps, and long-press the icon of a particular app, it shows two options- app info, and split-screen, in Lineage OS. Any luck with that?
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Not in Nova, Huawei have changed the way the split screen works in EMUI compared to other android versions

colthekid said:
Not in Nova, Huawei have changed the way the split screen works in EMUI compared to other android versions
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Aw man, I'm new here. I just found out that this is the P40 forum. Sorry.
Too bad it doesn't work on the P40 though.

vlepwr said:
Hello to everybody!
Is there a way to use split screen mode while using nova launcher????
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on Lineageos you need android.permission.quickstep.TouchInteractionService