OK, so I'm a noob with the Thunderbolt and I'm sure this is an easy question. But, I'm lost:
Is there a way to take the menu of "all apps" and place them inot folders, so they're sorted into "communications" folder, "games" folder, "utilities" folder, etc. There are many file managers that claim to do this, but they don't show their results under the HTC Sense "all apps" uberfolder.
I've seen a few topics related to this, but not for the Thunderbolt, and none recent. I'll try them. Meanwhile, if you've solved this problem for the Thunderbolt, please help me. TIA!
swiftshadow said:
OK, so I'm a noob with the Thunderbolt and I'm sure this is an easy question. But, I'm lost:
Is there a way to take the menu of "all apps" and place them inot folders, so they're sorted into "communications" folder, "games" folder, "utilities" folder, etc. There are many file managers that claim to do this, but they don't show their results under the HTC Sense "all apps" uberfolder.
I've seen a few topics related to this, but not for the Thunderbolt, and none recent. I'll try them. Meanwhile, if you've solved this problem for the Thunderbolt, please help me. TIA!
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Kind of like the iPhone ? Well your best bet will be using go launcher , you can organize them the way and it works good on TB
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Yeah I'm using ADW Launcher and you could separate them into Catalogs and hide the "All Apps" in the App drawer.
Yea, it's a function of the launcher as mentioned. If you're willing to try another launcher you'd be able to do it. For instance, I have mine set up in different "catalogs" as mentioned by HeCareth so that I can swipe left or right to get to different drawers of Tools, Media, etc. (ADW EX for me btw).
or just make folders on home screens. thats another alternative.
Not exactly what you wanted....
I know you specifically stated you wanted folders in the app drawer itself, but I've recently fallen in love with Auto App Organizer. That's a link to the ad-supported version but if you also become infatuated the developer has a donate version as well: https://market.android.com/details?id=zts.ticket.autoapporganizer&feature=more_from_developer
I use apps organizer from the market it is free and does exactly what you asked
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joe ferreira said:
I use apps organizer from the market it is free and does exactly what you asked
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I think according to his description he wanted to organize the app drawer which is why people recommended other launchers. But yes, you can do most of what apps organizer does by making folders on the homescreen as bthomp said and fill them with apps. Not sure why an extra app would be desired for this when it's included by default but maybe it's somehow prettier or something or has some added features.
Thanks, guys. Got what I needed from you and decided to place a single folder on the home screen, and place my most often used apps in there. It'll work for the time being, until I research all your outions and pick one that's more permanent from your helpful list.
I use SiMi...love it and its free
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Ok so I have an app NinjaMorph installed which allows me to open .apk files and swap out a file (say an icon file) and then repackages up the .apk for me.. so far it's working as expected.. the only problem I'm having now is figuring out the locations of some of the apps I have installed as it seems that some of them aren't listed or at least don't appear to be.
Anyone have any idea where or how I can figure out the install locations on apps that are already installed? Is there another app I can install that will provide that info perhaps?
For instance the GasBuddy app. It doesn't show up anywhere in the system/app directory...
Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
Try /data/app
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Florynce said:
Try /data/app
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Oh nice looks like there's a ton of them in that directory... thanks!
you need Better Cut its a paid app on the market iv had it since it came out back on the G1. its great replace any apps icon with any image you want
they even have Themes and icon packs available for free once you download it so if you want all your icons one style/theme it will do them all. or you can just select individuals
No problem.
johnt2k: I think he's talking about customizing icons within the app, like menu buttons etc.
Actually what I'm trying to do is change a few icons in the app drawer. I can use Desktop Visualizer to make custom shortcuts no problem but changing the icons in the app drawer is a little giving me trouble.
I've been trying to use this Ninja Morph app to edit the .apk files and swap in the icon I want but it've only had it to actually work and with my settings and contact apps. Doesn't seem to take on the others i've tried to actually apply the change.
Yeah it seems like ninja morph only wants to change things in /system/app
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I have a stupid and probably easy question. Is there any way to arrange to the apps, in the folders I created, alphabetically? Call it my obsessive compulsiveness, but I hate my apps being all jumbled up randomly due to me taking them out, putting them back in, etc. Thanks for you help and suggestions.
Yea I always wanted tto do that too but I'm not sure; check tthe all store and see if you can find an app that will do that.
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Swiftks said:
I have a stupid and probably easy question. Is there any way to arrange to the apps, in the folders I created, alphabetically? Call it my obsessive compulsiveness, but I hate my apps being all jumbled up randomly due to me taking them out, putting them back in, etc. Thanks for you help and suggestions.
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Just choose the apps you want out of the app drawer one by one by long pressing it onto the homescreen that way they are in alphabetical order. Of course, that probably wouldn't help down the road when you want to add another app to the folder but that's the best solution I can come up with
Fairly sure "Folder Organiser" does that.
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Wallpaper rotator I've been using it since the Hero days and I still love it.
It's like having a present on your phone everytime you pick it up.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=es.jacarma&hl=en
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Thanks man, I have soooo many wallpapers its stupid, and I never change them often enough, this'll remedy that
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I use Wallpaper Changer.
No ads and free !
couragedragon said:
I use Wallpaper Changer.
No ads and free !
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Nice app lots of functionality I used it all day but it kills my battery.
Switched back.
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I prefer this.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.tamanegi.wallpaper.multipicture
You can also skip adding another app entirely and just do it using Tasker. Method here. No ads, no extra app running, great solution IMO.
jrtoastyman said:
You can also skip adding another app entirely and just do it using Tasker. Method here. No ads, no extra app running, great solution IMO.
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Man I really need to learn Tasker soon! Thanks for the heads up. I have to find a way to get this to work with the original file names though, I prefer having descriptive names
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Man I really need to learn Tasker soon! Thanks for the heads up. I have to find a way to get this to work with the original file names though, I prefer having descriptive names
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I'm not sure that this particular method would work if you keep those names, but who knows, there may be a workaround. I actually keep the files with descriptive names in dropbox, but when I move the ones I want to use over to the SD card, I rename them 1 through whatever. That way, I keep the names for my purposes, but they behave when they're on my phone.
Definitely worth the effort to learn how to use Tasker, it's really a revolutionary app. You can eliminate a LOT of standalone apps that just do specific tasks like this using Tasker, and make your phone behave in ways that are positively magical.
In my effort of customizing my first Android, I got to the point where the default lockscreen (useful, but somewhat plain and simple) bored me. So I decided to find a new way to lock and unlock my phone and found that the application named Go Locker, was quite a nice option for this chore.
IMPORTANT: You need to have installed the "Go Launcher" app in order to have the "Go Locker". I recommend this launcher which makes tons of free sleek themes available for your phone. You cand search for this app at the Play Store.
Unfortunately, when you try to download Go Locker from the Play Store, a warning is displayed that this app is not compatible with your phone (I would like to see on the Play Store the explanation of why some apps aren´t compatible with our phones).
Fortunately, you can install the Go Locker.apk (attached) and it will work as charm. Just download the file, save it in your favorite phone´s memory, open the file through any file manager, and presto! Once installed, hundreds of "locker" themes will become available in Play Store or right directly from the "Go Store".
Have a nice day!
vodka86 said:
In my effort of customizing my first Android, I got to the point where the default lockscreen (usefull, but somewhat plain and simple) bored me. So I decided to find a new way to lock and unlock my phone and found that the application named Go Locker, was quite a nice option for this chore.
IMPORTANT: You need to have installed the "Go Launcher" app in order to have the "Go Locker". I recommend this launcher which makes tons of free sleek themes available for your phone. You cand search for this app at the Play Store.
Unfortunately, when you try to download Go Locker from the Play Store, a warning is displayed that this app is not compatible with your phone (I would like to see on the Play Store the explanation of why some apps aren´t compatible with our phones).
Fortunately, you can install the Go Locker.apk (attached) and it will work as charm. Just download the file, save it in your favorite phone´s memory, open the file through any file manager, and presto! Once installed, hundreds of "locker" themes will become available in Play Store or right directly from the "Go Store".
Have a nice day!
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for me go launcher sux.
CALIBAN666 said:
for me go launcher sux.
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Too
Dude no need to write a such big paragraphs about it.
We already know about it.
And it simply sucks..
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Well, there are options in the market for the preferences of everyone.
Personally, I´ve tested another lock app called Magic Locker, and while it offered nice looking themes and options, it was very laggy and it seemed to consume a lot of RAM from my phone.
In the other hand, Go Locker runs smoothly in my s5360, barely affecting my phone´s memory, and I like that this app offers a great amount of options to customize your lock screen.
and what we should say that now?
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and what we should say that now?
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If the thread is useful for you, then a "thank you" will be enough.
Also, anyone can post tips and theme recommendations while using Go Locker, or maybe a new and better app that uses less resources from the Galaxy Y.
If anyone has a problem installing this app, people could also post their questions in this thread so we can help them.
Thats why we are here right?
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and what we should say that now?
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He thinks that we dont know anything about these launchers..or..lockers
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fata|i3y said:
He thinks that we dont know anything about these launchers..or..lockers
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Ahhh.
GREEEEEEEETZ!!!
vodka86 said:
If the thread is useful for you, then a "thank you" will be enough.
Also, anyone can post tips and theme recommendations while using Go Locker, or maybe a new and better app that uses less resources from the Galaxy Y.
If anyone has a problem installing this app, people could also post their questions in this thread so we can help them.
Thats why we are here right?
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Sorry guys i mean that these peoples want a thanks.
GREEEEEEEETZ!!!
Easiest way -
Go on www.4shared.com ,
Type Go locker.apk in the search box , Download the app.......:sly:
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Use WidgetLocker instead :/
I just got this working and I thought I'd share how:
Back up everything and root your device. See instructions elsewhere.
Install a root capable file manager. I used Root Explorer.
Get a copy of Nova Launcher. I used the one from my AOKP prebuilts folder. You could get it from the market and copy it out of /data/app/
Using your file manager, mount /system r/w and put the launcher in /system/app/. I put my Superuser.apk there too while i was at it.
Change permissions to rw-r--r--
Profit!
I tried this on a whim and it worked like a champ. Let me know if I've forgotten anything, and also if this works with Apex. I'm sure others will be curious. Also, both Nova and the default launchers have an icon in the app drawer, so its very easy to switch back an forth.
Many other applications work the same way. Keyboards included
nova dont work for me
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esema1o said:
nova dont work for me
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Download the app from the play store. It will not show up in your app drawer at first. Using your file manager go to data/app folder, the apk will be there(though it will have a strange name, it is actually the name of the co. that developed it). Then move to system/app folder. You do not have to change permissions as they are already right. This is a much safer way to do this because 1-you are not downloading third party, 2-you do not have to mess with the permissions and take a chance of messing something up.
To OP-
This method has been discussed in multiple threads in the general section already. Not being an ass but you should pay attention to the similar threads that pop up before you post a new thread.
onemeila said:
Download the app from the play store. It will not show up in your app drawer at first. Using your file manager go to data/app folder, the apk will be there(though it will have a strange name, it is actually the name of the co. that developed it). Then move to system/app folder. You do not have to change permissions as they are already right. This is a much safer way to do this because 1-you are not downloading third party, 2-you do not have to mess with the permissions and take a chance of messing something up.
To OP-
This method has been discussed in multiple threads in the general section already. Not being an ass but you should pay attention to the similar threads that pop up before you post a new thread.
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Heck, I'll give it a whirl....tired of riding the carousel .
Thankd
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Thank u now my nova works ...
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esema1o said:
nova dont work for me
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Didn't work for me at first either. I copied the Nova Launcher APK file from my phone and copied it directly into the System\App folder, changed the permissions. Then rebooted the tablet. After unlocking the screen I was prompted to pick a launcher, I choose Nova and it would crash right away.
I think the OP might have left out the step to install the Nova Launcher. I went back to the System\App folder, double tapped the APK file to install it. Now it's working.
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Haha. Nova doesn't seem to be flawless though. I can't move icons. If I tap and hold an icon, the screen flips upside down. Weird.
onemeila said:
Download the app from the play store. It will not show up in your app drawer at first. Using your file manager go to data/app folder, the apk will be there(though it will have a strange name, it is actually the name of the co. that developed it). Then move to system/app folder. You do not have to change permissions as they are already right. This is a much safer way to do this because 1-you are not downloading third party, 2-you do not have to mess with the permissions and take a chance of messing something up.
To OP-
This method has been discussed in multiple threads in the general section already. Not being an ass but you should pay attention to the similar threads that pop up before you post a new thread.
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Thank you thank you thank you!!! I was starting to think I messed up something because I couldn't get any launchers to work besides go launcher and apex, without crashing. It was because I was changing the permissions!!! Now everything works fine
onemeila said:
Download the app from the play store. It will not show up in your app drawer at first. Using your file manager go to data/app folder, the apk will be there(though it will have a strange name, it is actually the name of the co. that developed it). Then move to system/app folder. You do not have to change permissions as they are already right. This is a much safer way to do this because 1-you are not downloading third party, 2-you do not have to mess with the permissions and take a chance of messing something up.
To OP-
This method has been discussed in multiple threads in the general section already. Not being an ass but you should pay attention to the similar threads that pop up before you post a new thread.
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Still not getting mine to work on rotted KFHD.
I tested it, and its works