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Button Mapper on the Play Store:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=flar2.homebutton&hl=en
If your device is rooted, you have complete ability to remap the Bixby Button. You can disable the Bixby assistant, it does not need to be enabled for this to work. There are no compromises with this method. You can get rid of Bixby and program whatever single, double and long press actions you want.
If your device is not rooted, you can still remap Bixby using an experimental method. This method also works with Bixby disabled, and will allow you to map whatever actions you like to a single press or long press. It requires running a command in adb shell once. After this, the Bixby button can be remapped with Button Mapper. A slight inconvenience, but it works.
If you don't like the stuttering that occurs on Samsung devices with certain Accessibility features enabled, got to Advanced Options and select "Remap Bixby only"
Sweet, installing this now. I'll let you know if it works on my phone. Just what I was looking for.
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It works fantastic on my cricket wireless s8 with unlocked firmware on it. Just tells me I will need to resubmit the adb command anytime I restart my phone. No big deal. This is great. No more Bixby..haha.
Its working just fine, i do not have any bixby apks on my device, and with root even working with screen off. Thanks @flar2 for your great work again.
Bought Premium already!
Installing now thanks @flar2
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@flar2 can you do the commands in terminal emulator or does it need adb shell?
t12icky0 said:
@flar2 can you do the commands in terminal emulator or does it need adb shell?
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Needs adb shell, no way around that.
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Needs adb shell, no way around that.
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No big to me, well worth it.
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t12icky0 said:
No big to me, well worth it.
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The only time I ever reboot is for system updates, so not a big deal for me either.
Hi flar,
Quick question, I already remapped my Bixby button to ASSIST action to have Google assistant on button press.
I am therefore rooted.
Would I need to remap the button to the stock feature, or can I leave it like this ?
Works like a charm ? thanks ?
Paradoxxx said:
Hi flar,
Quick question, I already remapped my Bixby button to ASSIST action to have Google assistant on button press.
I am therefore rooted.
Would I need to remap the button to the stock feature, or can I leave it like this ?
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I'm not exactly sure what you're asking. You should be able to remap whatever you like. With root you can do almost anything.
best!
This is great!
flar2 said:
I'm not exactly sure what you're asking. You should be able to remap whatever you like. With root you can do almost anything.
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My question is, should I revert the Generic Keylayout to its original state to use that app properly or not.
The only issue I have seen is now the volume slider only has 4 steps of volume instead of the 15 steps it used to have. When I do a volume up up or down it goes 25% each way. I uninstall this and it goes back to normal.
Am I missing something or what is the ADB command that I need to use?
Never mind.
Paradoxxx said:
My question is, should I revert the Generic Keylayout to its original state to use that app properly or not.
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Oh I see. You should not need to change the key layout, the point of the app is to modify without having to do that. It may not even work correctly if you've modified the keylayout file.
Really appreciate this app! Got the pro already.
About the Tasker intent, how does it work really?
Can't wait to test this app, although I have a question..why does this app needs access to observe the text you write, thy is this needed? Until now I used bxActoins which did not needed this but yours doesn't need bixby services enabled so I would like to try it.. I'm just curious why is this needed
EDIT: Just tried the app and its working really really well, I am very pleased with the result on non-rooted phone Is there a way to add the google now screen scan option to open? I used to get this smart screen search with the google now on my HTC 10 but now with this I can only see it opens either google assistant or google search..
Thank you for all your hard work, I appreciate it
App works great but it's limited on the functions of the button. Would be nice to be able to start up any app. Also, after uninstalling and rebooting, I can't seem to get bxActions to work again. The button is just disabled and doesn't do anything.
NOTE: On a rooted device, this is the fastest, most reliable and problem-free method for remapping Bixby (no limitations, no setup)
Button Mapper allows you to remap any action you want to physical or capacitive hardware buttons. This includes volume buttons, Bixby button, and many buttons on game controllers and other hardware you attach to your phone.
You can map shortcuts, apps or actions to single press, double tap and long press for hardware buttons.
The Bixby button on the Galaxy S9 and S9+ is supported as of version 0.62
Bixby remapping of single, double and long press is completely free. No ads. Pro version not required.
Does not require root. If your device is rooted, you will have many more options (essentially unlimited). Also with root, Bixby remapping does not involve any hacks, it is implemented at the input level (native).
This does require an adb command to remap Bixby on unrooted devices. It's a one-time setup. I do not use the method used by other apps because it leads to a poor user experience (i.e. swiping right causes actions to occur, gets stuck in a loop)
This app is continually updated with new features and improvements.
Download on XDA Labs:
https://labs.xda-developers.com/store/app/flar2.homebutton
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I'm unable to test because I don't have a computer at the moment for the adb command, so just had a question. Does this allow for one of the remapped options to still be bixby, specifically the screen/feed you get when swiping right on the default launcher? ie remap bixby button single tap to flashlight, remap double tap to bring up bixby feed (or regular bixby)?
Perfect! Thank you. Why won't it work with the screen off though?
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I'm unable to test because I don't have a computer at the moment for the adb command, so just had a question. Does this allow for one of the remapped options to still be bixby, specifically the screen/feed you get when swiping right on the default launcher? ie remap bixby button single tap to flashlight, remap double tap to bring up bixby feed (or regular bixby)?
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The best way to use the button for both Bixby and something else would be to have single press open Bixby and long press turn on the flashlight.
To do this, leave the bixby button "on" in bixby settings, leave single press default in Button Mapper, and set long press to flashlight.
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Perfect! Thank you. Why won't it work with the screen off though?
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It used to, I think Samsung must have changed something.
EDIT: actually, I did something. I will re-enable screen off next update.
SalamanderBoy said:
Perfect! Thank you. Why won't it work with the screen off though?
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Version 0.64 restores Bixby while screen is off. Update is rolling out now.
Works! Thank you! Going to donate now .
flar2 said:
Version 0.64 restores Bixby while screen is off. Update is rolling out now.
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Good app, however, it needs a permission to record video!
can you please explain why?
El Maestro said:
Good app, however, it needs a permission to record video!
can you please explain why?
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The screenshot function uses Android's cast API and the flashlight requires the camera permission. The app never records video.
The app will ask for permissions as needed, that way you know which action requires the permission.
flar2 said:
NOTE: On a rooted device, this is the fastest, most reliable and problem-free method for remapping Bixby (no limitations, no setup)
Button Mapper allows you to remap any action you want to physical or capacitive hardware buttons. This includes volume buttons, Bixby button, and many buttons on game controllers and other hardware you attach to your phone.
You can map shortcuts, apps or actions to single press, double tap and long press for hardware buttons.
The Bixby button on the Galaxy S9 and S9+ is supported as of version 0.62
Bixby remapping of single, double and long press is completely free. No ads. Pro version not required.
Does not require root. If your device is rooted, you will have many more options (essentially unlimited). Also with root, Bixby remapping does not involve any hacks, it is implemented at the input level (native).
This does require an adb command to remap Bixby on unrooted devices. It's a one-time setup. I do not use the method used by other apps because it leads to a poor user experience (i.e. swiping right causes actions to occur, gets stuck in a loop)
This app is continually updated with new features and improvements.
Download on XDA Labs:
https://labs.xda-developers.com/store/app/flar2.homebutton
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Thanks for great work man
Sent from my Samsung SM-G965F using XDA Labs
This app's pretty good. I am unrooted and did the recommended ADB step and it works perfectly. Unlike other remap apps, it doesn't accidentally launch Bixby if you set it up correctly. The extra button is finally useful!
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I just got this on my S9+. That's a lot of juice don't you think?
SalamanderBoy said:
Please see attached image.
I just got this on my S9+. That's a lot of juice don't you think?
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Might be a false reading. On GSAM, mine is reading as 0.1% in the last hour of use.
I've never even seen it in the Battery drainer list. It could be any number of things on your device.
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I just got this on my S9+. That's a lot of juice don't you think?
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It shouldn't use any noticeable amount of battery.
flar2 said:
It shouldn't use any noticeable amount of battery.
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You're correct, it shouldn't.
SalamanderBoy said:
You're correct, it shouldn't.
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And it doesn't. I'm running it on a S9 and and an S8 for several months and battery use is negligible.
flar2 said:
NOTE: On a rooted device, this is the fastest, most reliable and problem-free method for remapping Bixby (no limitations, no setup)
Button Mapper allows you to remap any action you want to physical or capacitive hardware buttons. This includes volume buttons, Bixby button, and many buttons on game controllers and other hardware you attach to your phone.
You can map shortcuts, apps or actions to single press, double tap and long press for hardware buttons.
The Bixby button on the Galaxy S9 and S9+ is supported as of version 0.62
Bixby remapping of single, double and long press is completely free. No ads. Pro version not required.
Does not require root. If your device is rooted, you will have many more options (essentially unlimited). Also with root, Bixby remapping does not involve any hacks, it is implemented at the input level (native).
This does require an adb command to remap Bixby on unrooted devices. It's a one-time setup. I do not use the method used by other apps because it leads to a poor user experience (i.e. swiping right causes actions to occur, gets stuck in a loop)
This app is continually updated with new features and improvements.
Download on XDA Labs:
https://labs.xda-developers.com/store/app/flar2.homebutton
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On G965F
The AOD breaks after sometime. Reboot fixes it though.
Please fix this issue on your app. I really find your app convenient and smoother than other apps. It works great. So please fix this bug.
ingeniousambivert said:
On G965F
The AOD breaks after sometime. Reboot fixes it though.
Please fix this issue on your app. I really find your app convenient and smoother than other apps. It works great. So please fix this bug.
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Are you using the screenshot action? That's what breaks AOD. It will work if you root.
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Are you using the screenshot action? That's what breaks AOD. It will work if you root.
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Yeah I use that. I ll try disabling it
ingeniousambivert said:
Yeah I use that. I ll try disabling it
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The screenshot is definitely the problem. Unfortunately the bug is for Samsung to fix, as it seems AOD has a problem when using Android's cast API (which I use to take screenshots without root).
Hi everyone,
Really interested in people's thoughts on the Bixby Button.
Initially I hated it, but after a) accidentally pressing it less since thanks to muscle memory, and more importantly b) the ability to make it do anything other than launch Bixby (such as double press for Google Assistant, long press for flashlight) I have found myself appreciating the existence of this extra button. So much so in fact, that speculation it could be removed in the Galaxy S10 have kind of dissapointed me.
So what do you think? Should the Bixby button stay, or should it be removed? Vote in the poll and share your thoughts in the comments!
It needs to go. Just go away.
If you could natively remap the button to whatever you choose, that would be great, but in the stock incarnation its terrible. Just horrible.
I disabled all of packages related to Bixby. In turn, it disabled the button.
The only thing it ever did for me was get accidentally hit and bumped.
die and move the volume buttons lower, until then I'm using bixby remapper as a screenshot, play/pause, skip and previous tracks shortcuts
KryptonKal-El said:
die and move the volume buttons lower, until then I'm using bixby remapper as a screenshot, play/pause, skip and previous tracks shortcuts
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Which remapper are you using?
I'm using ButtonMapper by flar2.
Single tap: nothing
Double tap: Google Assistant
Long Press: Flashlight
I'm finding that it adds value to me (only in the scenario remapping tools exist) and id rather see it kept around.
Bixby
The Bixby button is nothing more than a bloody nuisance.
I accidently activated it so many times that I turned Bixby feature off. I hope Samsung are reading this.
Cheers
Aussie
I remap it using bxactions.
Single: Google Now
Double: Samsung Pay
Hold: Google Assistant
Samsung just needs to admit that Bixby is a failure. It was a cool concept with the S8, but they took WAY too long to fully release it, and when they did, it was pretty terrible. Hell, I'd rather use Cortana than Bixby, and that's saying something...
Neither, I'd just like them to offer us the option to switch it to Google Assistant
ADPL said:
Which remapper are you using?
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bxactions from Jawomo, I paid for the pro version.
Bixby is good for in Phone stuff. But they should give us the option to remap it.
Those who say it should go away: If it was a Google Assistant button, would you feel the same way? It looks like the LG 7 will have a dedicated assistant button, and the Pixel XL2 has a dedicated "squeeze" action for Assistant, and no one complains about that.
I don't use Bixby, but by using a 3rd party app to use the Bixby button for other things I believe it's fairly useful.
Bixby Button Remapper works great. Just press it and Google Now opens up. It is fine for me.
meyerweb said:
Those who say it should go away: If it was a Google Assistant button, would you feel the same way? It looks like the LG 7 will have a dedicated assistant button, and the Pixel XL2 has a dedicated "squeeze" action for Assistant, and no one complains about that.
I don't use Bixby, but by using a 3rd party app to use the Bixby button for other things I believe it's fairly useful.
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Correct, if it were Google Assistant than I would love it. But its not... Its Samsungs home brew assistant crap.
Scott said:
Correct, if it were Google Assistant than I would love it. But its not... Its Samsungs home brew assistant crap.
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But it's easy to make it open Google Assistant, you know.
DIE!!!!!
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Maybe someone can help me here.
I have a problem when I disable the Bixby button and press again comes the message from Samsung Reminder.
I really do not know how to turn it off and hope someone here can help me.
Senaxo said:
Maybe someone can help me here.
I have a problem when I disable the Bixby button and press again comes the message from Samsung Reminder.
I really do not know how to turn it off and hope someone here can help me.
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Haven't heard of this one, on the bright side, it's still more useful than Bixby
You could try Button Mapper (made by @flar2) to see if it could help you set single press = nothing.
Uncustomisable Bixby button is the worst thing a smartphone can have and it's death is a must, and it should not be even remembered as a nightmare post its demise. Only if Samsung gives "full freedom" to customize, it should be considered.
Hey forum peeps
I was curious if it possible to remap the buttons. I would love to do it on my terms haha
Jzharris86 said:
Hey forum peeps
I was curious if it possible to remap the buttons. I would love to do it on my terms haha
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The bottom button is not yet possible. There are only SPay. Perhaps there will be third-party software. You can go to the top. Everything is in the settings.
MrBigRed said:
The bottom button is not yet possible. There are only SPay. Perhaps there will be third-party software. You can go to the top. Everything is in the settings.
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I hope someone is working on that
Same here. I really don't understand why Samsung did not allow us to use the "Press once" and "Double Press" on the back button! Ridiculous
Definitely need full button change options...
Downloaded an app called Button Launcher, tried to remap the second button long press to Google Pay but unsuccessful, still defaults to Samsung Pay.
So, i downloaded Google Assistant from the play market on the watches, and was able to bind it to replace Samsung Pay with GW4 Remap.
Though, "com.google.android.wearable.assistant/com.google.android.wearable.assistant.MainActivity" doesn't turn on the voice record right after launching the app.
How do i know what to type instead of "MainActivity" at the end, so that it would record my voice right from the start?
I know that it is doable since normal launch through the apps records voice right as i launch it just fine.
Also ***erto's google assistant has an "AudioRecordActivity" which doesn't seem to work for the standart assistant.
Any help? How do i know what to type?
You can now map assistant to the button directly without needing 3rd party tools (unless you're trying to map to the secondary button)
undermark5 said:
You can now map assistant to the button directly without needing 3rd party tools (unless you're trying to map to the secondary button)
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yeah, i figured that, but, if i do this, i cant map recent apps to the secondary key
des3252 said:
yeah, i figured that, but, if i do this, i cant map recent apps to the secondary key
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I'm not sure what you're talking about, I've got Google assistant mapped as long press of primary key, Google wallet/pay mapped as double press of primary key, and recent apps as secondary key.
undermark5 said:
I'm not sure what you're talking about, I've got Google assistant mapped as long press of primary key, Google wallet/pay mapped as double press of primary key, and recent apps as secondary key.
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I've got no way of changing how long press on primary button acts. I also don't have bixby at all (Though i am singed in through Samsung Health)
undermark5 said:
I'm not sure what you're talking about, I've got Google assistant mapped as long press of primary key, Google wallet/pay mapped as double press of primary key, and recent apps as secondary key.
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Turns out it's because there is no bixby in Russia, so, now i gotta figure out how to deal with this.
Location could be the reason, but another reason may be if your watch isn't up to date. I've attached the versions I'm on.
I think if you want to use that remapping thing, you're better off using Assistant Go or whatever.
undermark5 said:
Location could be the reason, but another reason may be if your watch isn't up to date. I've attached the versions I'm on.
I think if you want to use that remapping thing, you're better off using Assistant Go or whatever.
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actually, location is the reason, and I'm still trying to find a way to boot assistant with voice record active using gw4 remap.
Thanks.
You need:
com.google.android.apps.walletnfcrel/com.google.commerce.tapandpay.wear.cardlist.WalletThemedWearCardListActivity
acid111 said:
You need:
com.google.android.apps.walletnfcrel/com.google.commerce.tapandpay.wear.cardlist.WalletThemedWearCardListActivity
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that's for google pay, and i'm trying to find a workaround for google assistant
ah ok.
i have checked it with adb logcat
and i can see this activity on GA start:
com.google.android.wearable.assistant/com.google.android.wearable.assistant.MainActivity
acid111 said:
ah ok.
i have checked it with adb logcat
and i can see this activity on GA start:
com.google.android.wearable.assistant/com.google.android.wearable.assistant.MainActivity
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thanks a lot, but, for some reason if i launch it with this line it starts without recording voice, and dang that is literally the opposite of what i am trying to find