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I'm using claunch and wanted an easy way create a "photo shortcut" to call/text people. I wanted to click on a photo to jump to a contact's summary screen (the list with all the phone numbers, emails etc). Then from the summary screen I can decide which of the contact's numbers to call/text/IM.
This is a command-line utility and is really only useful when combined with "launcher". You create a shortcut in your launcher (perhaps with a photo) and set it up to execute go2contact with the name of the person you want to dial. go2contact then brings up the contact screen of that person.
There's some other great utilities if you want to jump straight to dialing a number or texting someone (VJPhoneTools), but I wanted to hit the contact's summary screen first since many of my contacts have multiple numbers.
This is my first WM5/6 app so if you're inclined to look at the source and comment, please feel free. VC++ 2008 source is in the zip, installer in the cab. Also, I'm using a fairly liberal OS license so you can feel free to use this code for your own projects provided you follow the terms.
From the readme file:
go2contact v 1.0
(c) Copyright 2008 _craig on forum.xda-developers.com
All Rights Reserved
Released under the Eclipse Public License, see license.htm
Download the go2contact .cab file to the WM5/WM6 device and open it using "File Explorer" to install.
Execute go2contact.exe and supply the name of the Pocket Outlook contact you want see the summary screen of as a single command-line parameter. The name should match the "File as" field in the Contact's information.
Example:
go2contact.exe "Doe, John"
Assuming John Doe is filed as "Doe, John"
Note: Executing go2contact.exe from the "File Explorer" will not work because you cannot enter command line arguments using "File Explorer". You will need to create a shortcut or use sort of 3rd party launcher application, such as cLaunch.
WM5/WM6 required.
Please post some screenshots...
Thanks..
I use claunch too.Thank a lot.
flaviopac said:
Please post some screenshots...
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Wich word did you understand...
Example:
go2contact.exe "Doe, John"
It's a command line app there are no screenshots.
Will this work for HTC plugin?
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Will this work for HTC plugin?
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This *should* work with any launcher that you can assign shortcuts to.
That being said, some launchers are more configurable than others. Ideally the launcher supports two features:
1. Command line arguments can be specified in the launcher. You need a way to identify the go2contact.exe executable AND the contact name.
2. Icons can be selected separate from the default icon of the application/shortcut. cLaunch even supports bitmaps, which is what I use for photos of contacts (after down-sizing them in photoshop).
If your launcher doesn't support those two items, I suppose you can overcome it by creating .lnk files for each contact. I think you can even assign icons to lnk files. I’d only recommend doing this if you’re feeling adventurous. I haven’t tried this; if anyone does I’m curious how it turns out.
neat
thanks for sharing, exactly what i wanted
screenies?!
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IT's INVICIBLE GODDAMNIT!
Nice tool... tried to set up a page in Ultimate Launch with fav contacts...
but when I configure launching a contact in UL and went back to today-screen my PPC freezes....
-> softreset...
Any experience?
SOLVED: Think it´s a prob in UL - sometimes it works - sometimes not... strange
It work in my prothet windows mobile 6.1 and Ultimate Launch....
I have Spb Pocket Plus. I want to implement a *.Ink or *.exe File, but if i rename the file in go2contact.exe "Doe, John" i get an error message, that " is not allowed in the filename...?
Some ideas...?! This would be the perfect tool for me :/
screenshoot please....
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screenshoot please....
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someone...
black_shadow69 said:
screenshoot please....
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It really amazes me how few people actually take time to read...
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Is there a way to make this work where it pulls up the contact in PocketCM instead of Outlook?
This is a great application.
When the contact details is opened, and i either make a call or send a sms, is it possible for the contact details window to close itself? Because after the call or the sms sending, the details window lingers. i have to manually close it.
öti said:
I have Spb Pocket Plus. I want to implement a *.Ink or *.exe File, but if i rename the file in go2contact.exe "Doe, John" i get an error message, that " is not allowed in the filename...?
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sndance said:
It really amazes me how few people actually take time to read...
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actually i think its the results of reading too much
LightJacker 1.0.3
Universal backlight fix / TomTom backlight fix
for WM5 & Up
Hi guys! I just installed TomTom on my S740 and found it still has that annoying bug where the backlight keeps going off, so I decided I would write my own app to fix this problem.
It features completely transparent operation with backlight resuming normal function when the target app is not focused (i.e. when one minimizes TomTom), universal-ness so it can be applied to any app, lightweightness, and doesn't touch the system in any way.
In future, I may also expand it to support configurable key-to-key and key-to-mouse translation, to make some PocketPC-only apps usable also on the Smartphone.
For the interested, see all the details at the program's webpage.
And let me know what you think about it.
Thank you!
Thanks! I think it is a great idea!
I have been looking around for such app to keep the backlight always on when necessary - e.g. reading e-books, watching video and etc.
My feedback is it may be a little troublesome to do the link to each application you want to apply?
Is it possible to make it a background app, whereby when turned on it keep the backlight on always, but when turned off it revert back to the default setting in Power management.
Thanks.
zhuozhi211 said:
Thanks! I think it is a great idea!
I have been looking around for such app to keep the backlight always on when necessary - e.g. reading e-books, watching video and etc.
My feedback is it may be a little troublesome to do the link to each application you want to apply?
Is it possible to make it a background app, whereby when turned on it keep the backlight on always, but when turned off it revert back to the default setting in Power management.
Thanks.
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I've put on my web page an easier semi-automatic procedure for creating the link, you just have to enter the path to the executable and the name for your shortcut, and download the ready-made .lnk file (be warned that it doesn't work with firefox, though, but it does with IE and Opera.)
I don't think it's so difficult and time-consuming now
There already are apps or mortscritps that do what you want, I.e. changing the systemwide setting, but it is exactly what I don't want to do: impose additional hassle on the user having to start/stop an app, and mess with registry and systemwide settings... I wanted LightJacker to be as invisible to the use as it could.
Hi there thenext1, I tried your app and the set up was fine and it works great, so thanks very much for that. I like the way it picks up the icon from the original app, this got me thinking that you could make an adaption of your app that just injected a new icon into a shortcut for any app and that is all it would do, just to change the icon for any app and nothing else, if you see what I mean, sorry to be a little off topic but just a thought. I have some apps that have horrible Icons I would like a simple way of adding my own Icon into a shortcut. "IconJacker"
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Hi there thenext1, I tried your app and the set up was fine and it works great, so thanks very much for that. I like the way it picks up the icon from the original app, this got me thinking that you could make an adaption of your app that just injected a new icon into a shortcut for any app and that is all it would do, just to change the icon for any app and nothing else, if you see what I mean, sorry to be a little off topic but just a thought. I have some apps that have horrible Icons I would like a simple way of adding my own Icon into a shortcut. "IconJacker"
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That function is outside LightJacker's scope, anyway, you can try editing the .lnk file and changing the last path after the "?" mark to reflect a path to an .ico file on your phone, and editing the last number to be zero or remove it with the comma altogether.
I don't know if it will work.
Perfect idea! Sounds like a super program!! I have been looking for a feature like this!
A question: can it monitor several programs also? (e.g. Tomtom and igo and acrobat reader)? Seems like the shortcut generator can only support one program...
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Perfect idea! Sounds like a super program!! I have been looking for a feature like this!
A question: can it monitor several programs also? (e.g. Tomtom and igo and acrobat reader)? Seems like the shortcut generator can only support one program...
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Just create a shortcut for each of your program.... be warned though, I didn't test multiple programs at once. It might not work.
Has anyone gotten this to work with an HTC Touch Pro? I've tried installing this - and after I create the shortcut, and click the master app I'm trying to keep lighted - I get the following error message:
"The file 'ljack' cannot be opened. Either it is not signed with a trusted certificate or one of its components cannot be found. If the problem persists, try reinstalling or restoring this file."
When I click on the ljack.exe file on it's own - I get the following message:
"LightJacker error 2"
I'd read that another program that requires a purchase, "smartlight" was incompatible with our phones, so I'm wondering if it's something unique to the Touch Pro.
P0ll0L0c0 said:
Has anyone gotten this to work with an HTC Touch Pro? I've tried installing this - and after I create the shortcut, and click the master app I'm trying to keep lighted - I get the following error message:
"The file 'ljack' cannot be opened. Either it is not signed with a trusted certificate or one of its components cannot be found. If the problem persists, try reinstalling or restoring this file."
When I click on the ljack.exe file on it's own - I get the following message:
"LightJacker error 2"
I'd read that another program that requires a purchase, "smartlight" was incompatible with our phones, so I'm wondering if it's something unique to the Touch Pro.
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Error 2 means that an incorrect command line was supplied - in your case, no cmd line at all.
The other error with the proper shortcut is a windows mobile generic error, and I don't know why it comes up, it should run fine as it does when start ljack.exe on its own....
Maybe your phone isn't fully app-unlocked?
A super idea for a program! however, a GUI would be nice....
command-line options are not very handy. And I think that is where the Error 2 comes from. I also had trouble using your .lnk maker.
Hmmm, your site seems to be down.
Any chance you could upload the cab here on xda?
Yes, I confirm...
I tried several times.... The website is dead since this morning. So, no chance to download this promissing application until now.
For a very similar app go here:
http://oldsap.blogspot.com/2009/02/dontsleep.html
there is a version which prevents the PPC from entering standby, and one that does it only while wifi is on. Also a great app!
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Yes, I confirm...
I tried several times.... The website is dead since this morning. So, no chance to download this promissing application until now.
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You are right! Will investigate the problem.
@parkhaus: what'd be the GUI for?
I would love to have a program that keeps the backlight on when certain programs are running (Adobe reader, Tomtom, ebook reader, etc).
A menu for defining those programs would be great! making shortcuts for each program is a bit too complicated for most users.
A solution in MortScript you can find here
Note: knowledge of german language is required
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I would love to have a program that keeps the backlight on when certain programs are running (Adobe reader, Tomtom, ebook reader, etc).
A menu for defining those programs would be great! making shortcuts for each program is a bit too complicated for most users.
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An utility in .NET CF can be easily made, but I absolutely don't have any spare time to do it.
Or you can use the method provided by the above users, although it's the old method of changing values in the registry.
Thankyou very much, I needed an app like this for Memory-Map OS5 (App for Off-road satnav in the UK).
I don't suppose you use winmo 6.5 do you? I have another problem with that app in 6.5 where it has icons along the bottom like 6.5 does - however, as 6.5 changes the width of the icons at the bottom, I cannot see all the icons when in the app. If there is any chance you could also code something to alter the size of the bottom buttons whilst in a certain app, that would be even better!
There is a free trial @ http://www.memory-map.co.uk/ should you care to try and code this in.
OK, I used and tested this with TomTom and Memory-Map, and all seems good.
A couple of things, however.
As the size of the app is so small, why go around duplicating it?
Personally, I found that putting LightJacker in \Program Files\LightJack and then doing my app shortcuts like this:
107#"\Program Files\LightJack\ljack.exe" \Program Files\Navigator\TomTom Navigator.exe?TomTom Navigator.exe,101
Meant that I could:
a) Only keep one copy of lightjacker for multiple apps. If there is an update, you only need replace the exe and dll once.
b) Use the shortcuts anywhere. I have one shortcut in the start menu, and one in the app folder. That way, if you have to pick an app via a folder list that starts in the root, you do not have to navigate through the windows folder to get to the start folder, which takes ages
Working on Rhodium (ATT Tilt2 - WM 6.5)
This works on my Tilt2, but with the following tweaks.
The author's site recommends this format for the .lnk file, but this didn't work for me. It produced and Error 4:
123#"\Storage Card\Program Files\GoogleMaps\ljack.exe" GoogleMaps.exe?\Storage Card\Program Files\GoogleMaps\GoogleMaps.exe,101
But using the format in the previous post, it works - the backlight stays on while this program is the front program, and the backlight dims properly when the program goes into the background or is shut down:
123#"\Storage Card\Program Files\GoogleMaps\ljack.exe" \Storage Card\Program Files\GoogleMaps\GoogleMaps.exe?GoogleMaps.exe,101
The only thing not working is the icon. Following the advice on the author's site, I used Resource Hacker to find the Resource ID for the icon, which appears to be 800. But changing that in the link file stilll results in the link showing a generic icon.
Any suggestions on how to get the proper icon to show in the Start Menu for Google Maps?
Hi, im curious to know what other HD2 users are using to sync their Task /To Do lists.
Anyone using Toodledo and Nuevasync? either of them or both?
thanks
sync? it is activesync with contact and calendar.
sorry i wasnt clear.
i am referring to over the air syncing
HD2 Tasks
Hi,
Are there many users utilising their Task lists?
So far as I know that is possible with P. tasks you can buy it for 2.39 euro. There is a thread about on xda. I can sync with exchange I tought.
I wish Remember The Milk worked on WM that same as it does on Android. Unfortunately, all it does is sync/mix between Tasks and RTM online. PITA if you ask me. Android version was great. This is sh1t. Am having to use Tasks for everything now - business and personal - but the default app is not particularly good at displaying what order you want to get things done in.
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Are there many users utilising their Task lists?
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Sorry guys where can I eevn fnd the Tasks list?
I dont need to synch it but it wouldbe good to have a local easily accessible list to add to and tick off when stuff is done
i struggled for weeks, cos theres a bug in where you can't set start and due dates, making tasks useless.
came across "manila tasks" on xda (where else) which makes tasks much more finger friendly, and it the built in task list so syncs when outlook syncs.
eeerrrmmm......so where is it then please?
hmm let me see if i can find it, , hang on (types manila tasks into google) oh there it is, hit number 1!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=591794
oh wait, did you mean where it is the default one on the phone? well on a stock rom its called tasks, and is in the start menu, but on a cooked rom the link could be in a sub folder, so you can get to it directly in windows/tasks.exe (it may be hidden, make sure you show all files)
I have the the stock rom.
I have no Tab called Tasks.
I then did a search in Windows and way down at the bottom there is Tasks.
It does not show up when I look at the programs visible by pressing the "windows" buttom.
I have in the interim created a quicklink to it but I would like to be able to see it when I press the windows button - any idea how I do this please?
I am guessing the same way as I managed to see the games but when I long press on it I just get the option to send via bluetooth or copy, not to create shortcut etc.
EVen when I copy it I dont then get to paste it anywhere
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I have the the stock rom.
I have no Tab called Tasks.
I then did a search in Windows and way down at the bottom there is Tasks.
It does not show up when I look at the programs visible by pressing the "windows" buttom.
I have in the interim created a quicklink to it but I would like to be able to see it when I press the windows button - any idea how I do this please?
I am guessing the same way as I managed to see the games but when I long press on it I just get the option to send via bluetooth or copy, not to create shortcut etc.
EVen when I copy it I dont then get to paste it anywhere
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choose copy, then scroll right up to the top, go into the folder 'start menu' then click menu - edit - paste shortcut
you might find the tasks link in you start menu (windows key) in a subfolder, tools, maybe, or outlook perhaps. (Im on a non stock, so dont know where it was by default)
I remembered that eventually (paste shorcut then rename it).
Also good call about Outlook - it is indeed there as is "notes" which I also wanted (i created a link to Onenote in the interim).
I thought Outlook was the program not a folder so have never pressed it to date.
Thanks for the heads up
I have a question about WinMo / Batch files
I want to keep 'certain' images in one folder, along with 2 batch files
show.bat
hide.bat
If hide.bat is executed it converts all the file extensions (.jpg) to .895 (or anything random)
If show.bat is executed it reverses the process.
Where as this entire process is working flawlessly on the PC the batch files do not execute on Winmo, what is the way around?
I feel this should be the easiest way to hide unwanted content when you leave your phone unattended around home or work OR worse, give it to your partner to play with
thanks
V
P.S. - if there is already a utility that does that please let me know!
have a read up on mortscript.
http://www.sto-helit.de/index.php?module=page&entry=ms_overview
Methinks someone is trying to keep their Pr0n hidden ....
Mortscript is your way to go ....
but there are , I know I've seen them in action , just don't know what it is called, a program that keeps an encrypted file store on WM that can only be access with a pw.
I know a little off base from your question but .........
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Thanks Sam I will read up on this.
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Methinks someone is trying to keep their Pr0n hidden ....
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Ofcourse, what else???
Its pr0n for them..... for us its 'me' time
disregarding the nature of yours khmmm... "important documents of sensitive nature", I'd rather recommend more adult solution, i.e.
FreeOTFE: "free, open source, on-the-fly transparent disk encryption program for PCs and PDAs"
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disregarding the nature of yours khmmm... "important documents of sensitive nature", I'd rather recommend more adult solution, i.e.
FreeOTFE: "free, open source, on-the-fly transparent disk encryption program for PCs and PDAs"
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+1 That was one I had seen but could not remember the name ....
But what I wonder who does the OP give his phone to that might see his "Sensitive" Documents, hell my HD2 rarely leaves my hand when it is on , except when I need a free one .......
I find it crazy that SMS-Chat seems to be the only program for Windows Mobile that combines touch-friendly scrolling with threaded messaging.
I have a Palm Treo Pro and in order to see the text I type, I have to hit enter, and then backspace, and then I can start typing.
My question: Is there an alternative to this? I would use the regular sms built into WM6 but in order to scroll up and down, I have to use the tiny scroll bar on the right instead of being able to scroll by touching and pulling the middle of the screen.
Yes, I've googled the crap out of this so I come to you guys seeing if anyone has a diamond in the dirt.
Slide2Send forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=602638
Thanks a lot for the link!
My only problem with this program is it doesn't show you the full content of each text from one person in a thread, and it doesn't default to the last text sent, it starts at the top which is a problem for a thread with many texts. I like it though, and hope to see improvements in the final versions.
MKH SMS (beta version and unstable)
Requirements: wm5+ compact framework 2+
it said "MKH software MKH SMS" cannot be installed. To try installing to a different location, chose a location" but it fails for SD card and phone memory. Weird.
Bump if anyone knows a good sms program. Like I said, it seems there is a problem on Palm Treo Pro's where the text won't show up when you type to a person unless you hit enter, then backspace. It's a hassle to do every time I send a text. Is there any program like this?
I hear certain ROMS will fix this issue but i'm not too savvy on roms..
Have you tried 'Pocket Contact Manager'
A bit old, but works ok on my 'old' device, displaying contacts but also SMS in a threaded way...
http://www.pocketcm.com/
And... ho... It's freeware !
I am looking for one myself for a long time and could found nothing.
1. SMS Chat - has lots of bugs, with an inbox with 50 or more messages, it freezes all the times. Contact with developer, no response
2. Slide2Send - slow as hell, missing lots of features
3. MKH SMS - very buggy, trying to scroll thru the messages is a pain
4. PocketCM - not really a replacement as you have to open a contact to see the list of SMS
5. Samsung SilverInBox - so buggy that even samsung have hidden it on the ROM
Can't find a good (or even resonable) message app that is finger friendly.
Tried another one, SMS at Hand, one of the ugliest interface (and confusing) I have ever seen.
If you wanna try MKH SMS, use this installer, it will work (removed Russian lang file, problem with cyrillic chars on the file name).
BTW, MKH SMS seem to be the only one still in development, you might try to contact the developer at http://www.mkh-soft.com/mkh-sms.aspx (it is in Russian).
Just a quick tip, if you tap on the top bar (middle), you will get some popups, like Settings (if you are at the folder list view), Delete SMS (if you are reading one), ...
I wish I knew coding. It's just kinda annoying I have to hit enter, then backspace just to see the text i'm typing in SMS-Chat. I love the program, but this is a pain. Even on their website help it suggests doing that...for a paid program.
no others?
I am using SMS at Hand. never can get it right. I do not want to be the default sms handler.
just like other sms program, no support for sending sms, u will only see the beautiful skin when scrolling the messages.
At the moment you click send new message it will go into the ugly ms default.
I am sticking with MKH SMS for now. Developer seen willing to move it forward, been talking with him about problems, suggestions and new translations. Version 1.2 seem very promissing.
Btw, it replaces the send sms with a graphical touch based one, you should try it.
there is 1.2?
Version 1.2 is still in development, but looks promising.
Hopefully easily skinnable as well!
Yes. The skin is a file with an extension of *.th, but that is only a zip file with some images a config (text) file. It comes with an iphone like skin. Would be nice to have at least two more, a manila and a diamond.
Translate is also easy, it is a text file (I have done one to Brazilian Portuguese).
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can we try it?
Just tried MKH on my HD Mini and it works just fine. also seems to take only half the memory of HTC Messages.