Below is a format that should be used as an example of how a rom thread should look. It doesnt have to be exact. I suggest that you stay creative and use all the features in the advanced panel when creating a thread.
1. Name of rom, team, etc
2. Introduction
3. Changelog in code or php tags
4. What's included in the rom in the (apps, tweaks, scripts, addons, mods) in code of php tags
5. What works/what doesn't work in code or php tags
6. Credits (Users name-with link to (profile/github/or thread u got tweak from embedded), and what they did to help you)
7. Screenshots (2-10 different screenshots of different aspects of rom)
8. Kernel with either link to thread you got it from or github (if stock sense or cm please state that and that is enough)
9. Instructions on how to install the rom (also if special instruction for a2sd or beats audio...etc)
10. Do's and Don'ts of the rom
11. Questions & Answers section (I find this helpful to write out asked questions with solutions at the bottom of the op. I find that it cuts down on the question being asked a million times)
12. Finally the dl link
13. Additional add-ons (this can go into first post or reserved posts after)
I find the embedded link looks and feels better throughout the op if possible.
All sections should have a header with enlarged text and spaced out so people can read it easily.
I am hoping that this helps to make this section a little cleaner and easier. enjoy
The way I look at this is that it takes US weeks/days/hours to make these roms....we can take the time out to make sure that the op looks professional and clean
Also Make sure the op is fully ready before posting. I know we all get excited to release a rom but stating that half the stuff will be updated as time permits just shows that you are lazy and in a hurry which doesnt look good cause if thats the case then how does your rom run....
No posting a a rom thread without a DL link either
Thanks Papa Smurf151 i think everyone who is getting ready to post a rom should be redirected here!
sorry if im not allowed to post here, so please delete my comment if needed
i left this open for feedback
How about how stable it is like in the old days?
I remember last year everyone would label them as beta, RC, final etc.
bennyboy78 said:
How about how stable it is like in the old days?
I remember last year everyone would label them as beta, RC, final etc.
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I think what Papa Smurf outlined in the OP is more then enough and it covers the basics while keeping the majority of the threads uniformed or at least try to
I also don't think we should start being over critical here and require individuals that start threads in the development section to add labels like Alpha, Beta, MC, RC or whatever.
I understand that having labels would make things a whole lot easier for the user BUT it also doesn't encourage the user to read about what he or she flashes onto their phone.
I don't know how many times I've seen a user complain and harass developers over something that was clearly their (the user) fault because they didn't read the OP. They saw fancy screenshots and saw the download link and either ended up bricking their phone or causing their phone to turn into a hot pocket...lol
Not trying to tell people how to do their job BUT I think we should encourage users to read/search more not shortcut things for users.
Mazda said:
I think what Papa Smurf outlined in the OP is more then enough and it covers the basics while keeping the majority of the threads uniformed or at least try to
I also don't think we should start being over critical here and require individuals that start threads in the development section to add labels like Alpha, Beta, MC, RC or whatever.
I understand that having labels would make things a whole lot easier for the user BUT it also doesn't encourage the user to read about what he or she flashes onto their phone.
I don't know how many times I've seen a user complain and harass developers over something that was clearly their (the user) fault because they didn't read the OP. They saw fancy screenshots and saw the download link and either ended up bricking their phone or causing their phone to turn into a hot pocket...lol
Not trying to tell people how to do their job BUT I think we should encourage users to read/search more not shortcut things for users.
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Well said, couldn't agree any more.
MBQsniper said:
Well said, couldn't agree any more.
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See I assumed this was common sense and ROMs that are missing a lot of these details, I don't give the time of day too so those ROMs don't matter to me. Because in my mind all the good ROM's out there already follow this in some way shape or form.
I appreciate what you did but I don't see why we need it is all.
As long as these are only guidelines and not enforceable rules, I agree with them. But I wouldn't agree with deleting/locking threads that fail to follow these guidelines; that would send the wrong message to developers.
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As long as these are only guidelines and not enforceable rules, I agree with them. But I wouldn't agree with deleting/locking threads that fail to follow these guidelines; that would send the wrong message to developers.
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Rom threads will never be locked or deleted for not following these guidelines. I would hope devs would embrace them and if a fellow dev isn't then I would hope someone would point them here and try to help them. Most rom devs want to have a nice looking op. But some of them are new and don't know better or are very young and don't know better. This just helps to give structure that they can refer to and say oh yeah maybe I should have that or this.
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Cherokee4Life said:
See I assumed this was common sense and ROMs that are missing a lot of these details, I don't give the time of day too so those ROMs don't matter to me. Because in my mind all the good ROM's out there already follow this in some way shape or form.
I appreciate what you did but I don't see why we need it is all.
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What?
Moderator Announcement: Thread closed as download link is broken! Oswald Boelcke, Senior Moderator
Title says all just follow this simple steps to block porn sites.
all credit goes to the creator of this app.
i have just made a video to make it simple
download link:- https://labs.xda-developers.com/store/app/org.pornaway
if you want to know how to use it .then here it is
Eh is this me or ya'll?
After stalking Ops profile he's just tryin to promote his videos.
okay .same here then..parents will do their duty and kids will their.it depends who is smarter to win the game.but u know what ,what i will do????. i love sharing and i will do it.
Hey OP, just a fair reminder, if you keep post links about YouTube tuts in here, then most of em' here including me will think like he's promoting his videos / channel etc...
So they gonna report your threads, Infact I've had reported a Buncha threads like that.
So, try to write tuts in here first, then link yo YouTube videos you're good to go.
Regarding your threads, there is already one with the same intention - *Ref
Thread cleaned.
As long as there is a valid download link and only one link to the video we will allow it but I do agree with the post above, it is better to write tutorials rather than just post a link to a video
Regards
Sawdoctor
Best way to block porn on android that i've found is to use a Private DNS in your phone Settings like adult-filter-dns.cleanbrowsing.org and then use an AppLock(also give Advanced protection so the app could not be uninstalled) to lock Settings and Playstore,obviously you have to ask someone close to you to set an applock pattern or password for you and don't forget it so when you need to enter settings or playstore you would ask him/her to enter the password.
There is also an app called Bulldog blocker that is very helpful,i've used the app for a couple of days and you can set a timer from where you will have to wait an hour,three,one day or two days in a weak moment to unlock the app or uninstall it but i've found that the app it doesn't work all the time,also i've encountered slow internet connection because the app uses VPN.
Hi people!
Although MicroG development seems to have slowed down, We know there are still thousands of people using this handy little piece of software to claim back their performance, their battery life, their storage, and above all, their privacy.
Using MicroG for beginners is no easy job. You might run into problems. You might wanna try different combinations of MicroG and Google (Hey, what's free software for?).That's why having a support system is essential.
Yes, we're aware that there seems to already be a Telegram group in the official MicroG OP. But to be honest, that group is crap. The admin bans random newcomers and old veterans alike for expressing their disagreements or being in another group, or randomly, even being 'Alts'. From what we've heard, discussion has basically bottlenecked in that group because of fear (Cannot personally confirm. Was banned for using Chrome).
So, here is the other group.
We're basically a set of channels and groups that discuss and provide everything MicroG, FOSS, and Android. We have guides and experts and cool reaction GIFs and whatnot to help you work through either your first or 1000th issue in MicroG. And guess what, we don't ban people for expressing their views or using Gapps (Though we still hate people that wanna sync Google Photos).
We also have our own, up-to-date (UNOFFICIAL) forks of MicroG with installers just with bumped version numbers so that no app will bother you with that 'Update Play Services' message.
The rules are quite simple. Please use common sense, and English. Both mandatory.
(On the request of the MicroG developer, we would like to assert that this group is quite unofficial. If you want Official, try your luck in russian roulette with the official MicroG group. Don't worry, we welcome you dead or alive)
Due to the new XDA rules about chats, we can't post our telegram links here, so here is our MicroG pack github, which links to our channel, which has links to our group. (might not be convenient, but rules)
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Please try to spread the word.
Good luck, and stay free (as in freedom).
I am here too. Not sure if you are on TG I9082 Group, but count me in mate. Lemme know what is needed of, and I will oblige.
Btw, the TG link for the channel is:
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To join the group chat:
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please read this
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s9-plus/how-to/telegram-chat-channels-forward-t3763967
Thank you !
Thanks dude, totally agree what you said, I'm one of the victims of the evil g333k.
btw I would really suggest you to use other browser than Chrome though, at least try ungoogled-chromium or inox
dic1911 said:
Thanks dude, totally agree what you said, I'm one of the victims of the evil g333k.
btw I would really suggest you to use other browser than Chrome though, at least try ungoogled-chromium or inox
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Firefox, Dual Browser, Rocket Browser. I use the last 2. They are best. Even Naked Browser is awesome.
rottenwheel said:
Quoting @devrruti:
Is there any way we can get a debloated package? Say, no GApps included whatsoever. GMS Core, Framework proxy and a couple of location backends along with Google Play Store (might be offered optional as @Shadow53's .zip files - one that comes bundled with GPlay and the other that does not have the Store,) that way, we may make the flashable zip considerably lighter and offer an option for hardcore microG users.
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Delete the files from the zip
rottenwheel said:
That's a hacky solution. It's better if you provide the solution from the release itself. But okay, every developer has the right to develop and do as it pleases.
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I've been working on the installer, but the primary devs are busy. Probably this wekend, we'll release a newer version of the zip with loads of new stuff, compatibility with x86/64, mips/64, magisk module support, customizable install, etc. Basically pack 2.0
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That's great news. I insist, making a debloated GMS Core, Framework Proxy with say, Mozilla and Deja Vu backends should be an appealing deal for those who want to avoid the package coming bundled with GApps and root installers. KISS - Keep It Simple Stupid.
As for a customizable install I hope you are not loading it with Aroma, huh. I don't intend to bring up a pun but, a simple flashable installer with the barebone of what's required for MicroG to work is fair enough.
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Nope. A text file, from which you can remove items you don't wanna install. But, still a WIP
Here is the latest version 1.4 from telegram channel mod edit - link removed
https://transfer.sh/gY3od/MicroG_Packs_Installer-arm_arm64-v1.4.zip
May I seriously ask, why Google Photos backup isn't implemented and what are the obstacles? Is there any way to help?
ashirviskas said:
May I seriously ask, why Google Photos backup isn't implemented and what are the obstacles? Is there any way to help?
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If you want to share your whole life with Google, go ahead and use normal Gapps.
What Are the benefits really of microg as I haven't had a single app fooled that I actually did have real gcf. Why install it at all? Unified NLP is cool (and I use it) but I don't get microg...
dibt359 said:
What Are the benefits really of microg as I haven't had a single app fooled that I actually did have real gcf. Why install it at all? Unified NLP is cool (and I use it) but I don't get microg...
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Works fine for me.
Latest microg apk from mod edit - link removed
https://transfer.sh/dF3Nd/MicroG_GMS_Core-v0.2.4-118.apk
Sources https://github.com/NoGooLag
It's not a fork, it just bumps the version number to bypass the warnings from some apps that ask you to update Google services. Like Marvin did in previous occasions
What has been forked is the telegram group to bypass g333k
Hello guys !
Telegram links are no longer allowed on XDA if they do not belong to a developer as part of his development tools along with direct download links to his work.
Please read this Whatsapp / Telegram Chat Channels - Way Forward
That being said I have removed the links but I`ve left the thread opened for discussion on XDA as has been always, XDA is the place to discuss, random channels can`t be only advertised here.
Thanks for understanding
Dan - forum moderator
xanthrax said:
Hello guys !
Telegram links are no longer allowed on XDA if they do not belong to a developer as part of his development tools along with direct download links to his work.
Please read this Whatsapp / Telegram Chat Channels - Way Forward
That being said I have removed the links but I`ve left the thread opened for discussion on XDA as has been always, XDA is the place to discuss, random channels can`t be only advertised here.
Thanks for understanding
Dan - forum moderator
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Thank you.
The telegram channel is the most active and liberal place with microG related discussion. There is much off-toppic, noob bashing, dissing etc. I think it's good to have a corresponding XDA thread. Not for invitation, but for presenting results.
kurtn said:
Thank you.
The telegram channel is the most active and liberal place with microG related discussion. There is much off-toppic, noob bashing, dissing etc. I think it's good to have a corresponding XDA thread. Not for invitation, but for presenting results.
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No doubt about it although I've never used and never will a telegram chat to get info, to me, a healthy and properly organized forum is the choice, people can always discuss and also post a decent off topic at the OP's discretion here on xda, we just can't turn xda into a cool forum advertising cool chat links, one Google searches "microG xda" and what he finds instead of download links and feedback is a telegram link, isn't fair I would say, is it?
Short summary of last hours' discussion in telegram group: Marvin was there and gave us a lesson in FOSS ethics.
We shall not call the group or the microG fork "official"
We shall do pull request in github
Marvin does not care about fighting between telegram groups, but using bots or fake accounts in this war is not acceptable.
vdbhb59 said:
Firefox, Dual Browser, Rocket Browser. I use the last 2. They are best. Even Naked Browser is awesome.
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I use bromite browser,you can try it.Open source blocks ads
Souvikhazra80 said:
I use bromite browser,you can try it.Open source blocks ads
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I already use it. I use it as system webview as well.
kurtn said:
Telegram Post from June 2nd @ NoGoolag
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I tried to join this
vdbhb59 said:
I am here too. Not sure if you are on TG I9082 Group, but count me in mate. Lemme know what is needed of, and I will oblige.
Btw, the TG link for the channel is:
To join the group chat:
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I installed an app for telegram, but it requires a mobile phone number which I do not have. Is there a direct link to the newest apk of microG service ?