I created this in the Sensation forum. I have spent 1 and a half days creating, coding and running batch files in command prompt to ensure this will work for anyone AND ENSURE IT IS NOOBPROOF FOR EVERYONE.
UPDATE: V2 below, see below for details on changes.
The Lockring kit below is Unique to me and there isnt anything like it out there.
Here is my detailed guide to Modding your own lockscreen. LockRing kit i created is attached below and is COMPATIBLE WITH ANY SENSE 3 ROM OR Sense 3 THEME .
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THERE IS VERY LITTLE WORK and NO CODING INVOLVED FOR YOU. ALL YOU DO IS
You put your ROM zip in the place ROM Folder - No need to rename
Place your lockring in lockring folder - No need to rename, just make sure its a PNG file not JPG
then collect the finished file in collect recovery zip folder.
See the video guide in post 2 for how to extract lockring and how to use a new lockring
Batch files in the kit will do all the work for you.
Requirements
-Java (Java Runtime Environment) - You need this otherwise your lockring APK will not be signed and prevent installation in recovery.
-271 x 270 Lockring in PNG File Format - Easiest way to get a lockring is to google a PNG image of what you want as. e.g search for Assassins Creed PNG. Quite alot of PNGs come with a transparent background which is what u need.
1st TIME SET UP
Create a New Folder in C:\ called "Lock_Ring_Kit"
Open the lock ring kit zip file and copy all the files and folders into the folder you just created.
Guide to extract a lockring
To extract a theme and/or lockring from another ROM
IF you have seen A lockring on EVO 3d FORUM
IF you have a really cool ROM or theme and you want to take the lockscreen ring out of it.
STEP 1. Place Your ROM or THEME you want to take lockscreen from Place_ROM_ZIP_HERE
STEP 2. Click 1. Extract APKs_FROM_ROM.bat. This will automatically run 2._decode_from_APK
Step 3. Click 3. Extract lockrings (OPTIONAL).bat.
This will put lockrings from the Rom or theme into the extract_lockscreen folder. you can now use this lockring.
And the rest of the files will be placed in Mod_files_here Folder (more about this below)
Guide to mod your own LockRing
STEP 1. Delete any existing files in Place_ROM_ZIP_HERE and Place Your ROM or THEME in the folder. This will be used as a base.
STEP 2. Click 1. Extract APKs_FROM_ROM.bat. .
Once the APKs have been extracted This will automatically run 2._decode_from_APK
*If you have the apks you want to use as a base then just place them in the Place_APKs_FILE_here Folder and click Decode from APK *
STEP 3. Get your Lockring you want and put it in the Place_Lockring_here folder. Make sure your lockscreen image is flipped vertically(mirror upside down image). e.g
Sense uses upside down lockrings to display them right side up. use the 3.0.1 Flip Lockring with FSResizer.exe to flip it upside down if it isnt already.
STEP 4. Click 3.1 Replace Lockrings.bat. This is to replace the existing lockrings with your lockring
Step 5. Click 4. Encode and create recovery zip.bat.
This will Re-encode your lock ring into the APKs, sign them then produce a signed zip file you can flash in recovery
Step 6. Flash your File in clockwork and enjoy.
Additional Features
Mod_Files_Here Folder you can go into this folder and into the default folder or other skins In this folder you can replace the navigation bar in Sense homescreen, also background for widgets and clock numbers etc. care should be taken u replace pngs with the another of the same dimensions.
Backup and Restore allows u to back up 4 different lock rings + Fusion files and restore them anytime so u can work on different ones at different times,
FS resize will allow u to resize your lock ring to 271x270 and also flip it upside down if it isnt upside down. Make sure you flip not rotate!
Download Lock_Ring_Kit or click the attachment below
BUG FIXED in v2 -->WHEN DRAGGING AN APP TO THE LOCK RING IT WOULD SHOW THE PREVIOUS RING!
Added option to rename lockring zip to whatever you want before it is put in collect here folder
If you get system could not find file error on some occasions, its normal, as i have either asked for it to delete something but the files already deleted
just make sure u follow the process.
Downloading now..thanks for makin this,
Should work well! Good job!
Sent from my PG86100 using XDA App
I've had 4 users test it so far And its only been uploaded for a few hours. All was fine. Let me know how it went
Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e using XDA App
Hey man, thanks for the tool! I cant seem to be able to successfully create a working zip
I am using HighROM as a base as it is a GSM ROM.
I have create a .png image and i'm following the steps but after successful install,
the lockring is the same!!
I must be missing something obviously, I have tried reversing the process, using the xl_viper_lx_Mods.zip and decompiling to check the contents. what I have is
Bluesky, Burgundy, Default are all empty but I have 0x00000d89.dat(showing as my lockring) in the Lock_ring_motion folder
please can you point me in the right direction, cos I can crack this one..
I am not a nooob honest (feelin like one tho!)
Thanks
are you sure you are putting your whole ROM in to the place rom folder.
when u decompile viper mods it should only have two apks.
xl VipeR lx said:
are you sure you are putting your whole ROM in to the place rom folder.
when u decompile viper mods it should only have two apks.
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yeah i'm puting the whole ROM .zip into the place ROM folder,
I have just been reading the sensation thread to see if there are any clues there....
the folders I was talking about are left in the Lockscreen extract after i have decompiled with the tool using the first set of instructions, just to test..If I look in the archive of the .zip I do have just the 2 .apk's in the system\app folder as I should have.
* I have just re-downloaded the tool from the sensation thread and i will try from fresh just run it again from a clean set of tools
come see me
http://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=xlviperlx
thanks for the post.
will try this tonight when I get home. already have a sweet lockscreen wallpaper, now to change that pesky ring.
Awesome Thanks Viper!
I was having some trouble with extracting the apk's from gsm ROMs, I'm now using the attached base files which work fine.
Viper helped me to work it out on IRC, thanks mate, and we found the tool wasn't extracting the apk's for some reason??
use the files below and it couldn't be easier!!
Link
Posted some rings Ive been playing with in Photoshop
I made this Lockring using the tools and guide thought I would share
http://www.multiupload.com/OXJW01M4QW
xl VipeR lx, I sent you a private message regarding some issues. Please let me know what you think.
Nice guide! Stay over here in the 3d forums. They're just fine over in the sensation forums.
BABABOOEY!
osrix said:
Awesome Thanks Viper!
I was having some trouble with extracting the apk's from gsm ROMs, I'm now using the attached base files which work fine.
Viper helped me to work it out on IRC, thanks mate, and we found the tool wasn't extracting the apk's for some reason??
use the files below and it couldn't be easier!!
Link
Posted some rings Ive been playing with in Photoshop
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Yes the tool works fine. But m10 brings up unhandled file error when trying to decode the m10 error
And thanks seedogg I'll update tonight
Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e using XDA App
Another note on the bug: if you have flashed a lockring made using the original lock ring kit, you will have to delete Idlescreen_base.apk (lower case b) from /system/app using root explorer.
Hi there!
I've tried multiple times and also used the base lock ring, combined with the .dat files of my custom lock ring but I can't get it to work. I followed all the steps and all I get errors and no flashable zip.
The only thing I want to change is a simple custom lock ring. There are a zillion different lock rings out there and I can't seem to even get one working. Am I the only one with this problem??
Could someone with the skills please assist me with this as I don´t have the knowledge to see what I am doing wrong.
Please help as I am out of options.. Any tips will be very, very much appreciated! Thanks in advance.
EDIT: I've followed the steps more carefully and made the conclusion that I did'nt put the right lockscreen file in the designated folder. Now I've used the right (horizontally 180 and mirrored) png file along with the Orighinal Rom and also with the Base Lock Ring. Now I don't get any errors and everything seems successfull. After completing step 4 there should be a flashable zip in the 'Collect recovery zip here' folder, but this folder stays empty. So maybe someone could point me in the right direction as I am following these steps completely, but no flashable zip is created...
Look in your Mod_files_here folder. Do you have 4 folders with a bunch of png and dat files inside?
Bramgg, I sent you a pm.
Everything seems to go fine until in bat 4. when I get to the part where it is looking for *.apk in Lock_Ring_Kit\M10_Tools\EXTRACTED_APK\Fusion\ It says can't find and that is true when I look it is not there????
It also looks for the *.apk in \Idlescreen_Base\ which is not there either???
The bat then continues merrily along "adding" stuff until it gets to "Signing APKs and then it says that " 'java' is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file. In the next line it says "The System cannot find the file specified."
It then goes back to the fact that it can't find the two original files and then says "0 files copied."
Then back to building the flash zip and adding files coming then to signing the flash zip and then the same comment about 'java".
It then asks for the name of the Lockring Mod Zip file and that is about the end of the process. Even if you provide a name for the file it doesn't work and there is no zip file to retreive.
I have Java 6, build 29 on my Windows 7 home premium machine.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
guide!
This is an excellent guide, thanks for this!
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Hey Guys,
I was asked if i could do a Tutorial how to port themes to HTC Legend. And here it is
Perform a Nandroid Backup first... as usual.
Be careful i am not responsible for any damage at your device.
Method 1 = not changing your system and will integrate it to running system (ADB Method)
Method 2 = new clear install of Rom required (Flashable ZIP)
At first you need a few things:
SDK from Android
Theme-Porter by Daneshm90 (Thanks for support! ) Make sure you are using the newest beta of the program
The Rom of files with the theme in it ( in our example Minimal Matte 1.5 !! NOT THE VERSION FOR LEGEND! from the Thread here at XDA Dev's)
The Rom you are using ( for example Cyanogenmod 6.1 (Thanks to ali Ba for his awesome work))
Update.zip Modifier/Creator
A USB cable
Time
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Let's start.
METHOD 1:
STEP 1:
First you have to use the Theme-Porter so you unzip the folder to C:\Theme-Porter or something similar. In this folder there are two important folders called new and old. So you unzip your Roms and put all files in system/app/ from your current Rom in the folder Theme-Porter/new/app/ and all files from system/framework/ in Theme-Porter/new/framework/. Unpack also the themed Rom and replace files from system/framework/ and system/app/ to old/framework and old/app.
STEP 2:
Run script.bat in root folder of Theme-Porter (C:\Theme-Porter) and select the option you want.
In our case if we want to port Minimal Matte, choose Option 1 because we are porting a froyo rom to a froyo rom.
If you are porting a theme from a hdpi device ( for example Nexus One and Desire ) you have to toggle Hdpi to Mdpi with option 4 ( Legend devices. (has something to do with the resolution)).
If it's ready the files in the Theme-Porter/new folder are themed.
STEP 3:
Unzip the SDK to C:\SDK (make sure in the name of the SDK is no space in it. NOT like this C:\Android SDK ) .
Now Copy the files from Theme-Porter/new to C:\SDK\tools. Like this Theme-Porter/new/framework/framework-res.apk -> C:\SDK\tools\framework-res.apk.
Connect the HTC Legend to the Computer via USB. Go to Clockwork recovery mode via Rom Manager.
Click on restart in Recovery Mode in Rom Manager. Once rebooted go to partition menu and click on mount /system.
Turn now to your PC and follow the steps
STEP 4:
Now go to your comand line (Windows Vista and Windows 7 Start->Type "cmd").
Code:
cd C:\SDK\tools
(or wherever you have placed the SDK, remember NO spaces in folder name, and make backslash = \ and NOT / ). Back in the black window:
Code:
adb shell
exit
Make a folder in C:/framework , C:/app , C:/fonts and so on. Copy the new files in there. It pretends what you want to change.
Code:
adb push C:/framework /system/framework
adb push C:/app /system/app
adb push C:/fonts /system/fonts
Push all files to phone which were themed
If you are ready you can type :
Code:
adb reboot
exit
STEP 5:
The Phone will reboot and your system will be themed.
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METHOD 2:
STEP 1:
It is easier to flash a zip file but sometimes they are not available. ( In our case I contacted shiftedx from Minimal Matte to give him my ported files...)
If you like to create a flashable/themed Rom, you have to download this tool and unpack it to C:\Update-Zip-Packager\ .
STEP 2:
After that copy the unzipped files from the Rom you want to use (Cyanogenmod 6.1 Stable for example) to folder C:\Update-Zip-Packager\placehere. (should look like this: C:\Update-Zip-Packager\placehere\META-INF ... )
STEP 3:
Then copy the files from C:\Theme-Porter\new to C:\Update-Zip-Packager\placehere\system\ . (btw files like fonts or something doesn't have to be ported so copy them from old to new folder.
STEP 4:
Now run script.bat in C:\Update-Zip-Packager\script.bat. select "make Update.zip" with option 2. Ready? Ok then drag update.zip to sdcard of your phone and apply it with rom manager.
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Extras:
I prepared a Cyanogenmod 6.1 Stable Rom with Minimal Matte (included fonts...) and working wifi tether, replaced FileManager with Astro and replaced ADWlauncher with LauncherPro:
Here is the link if somebody wants to use it.
CM6.1 RC 1 with Minimal Matte (Outdated)
DOWNLOAD
The new Stable version of CM6.1 with Minimal Matte
DOWNLOAD
Minimal Matte LD pre release version for CM7 (any version) No wipe needed!
DOWNLOAD
Minimal Matte HD Thread
Note to Screenshots: Theme will not change widgets,Lockscreen, Launcher, Wallpaper. If you want the Lockscreen look at this beautiful Thread. It will change Statusbar, Notification windows, keyboard and fonts.
Works not so well with official Vodafone 2.2 version.
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Great post, thanks for your efforts !
I'll give this a go when my Legend has its screen fixed and report back with questions or success
Eitherway, thank you!
By the way, this thread should be stickied!
Awesome.
Can't wait to get home and try to do some decent themes.
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Woooo
Anyone know any decent themes?
Hey parker, did you try it on the rooted 2.2 rom from vodafone?
Currently using: CyanogenMod 6.1.0 RC1
c_man said:
Great post, thanks for your efforts !
I'll give this a go when my Legend has its screen fixed and report back with questions or success
Eitherway, thank you!
By the way, this thread should be stickied!
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All right! I have reorganized the text a bit so you can follow easily.
Westi01 said:
All right! I have reorganized the text a bit so you can follow easily.
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Thank you.
Also thank you for this below, its ideal for most of us!
Westi01 said:
STEP 5:
I prepared a Cyanogenmod 6.1 RC1 Rom with Minimal Matte (included fonts...) and working wifi tether, replaced FileManager with Astro and replaced ADWlauncher with LauncherPro:
Here is the link if somebody wants to use it.
http://www.multiupload.com/UN01TMO9I1
FIXED.
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I look forward to using it soon
hey, just been playing with it for the last hour or so, trying to make a transparent notification bar, it works well when it boots up phone and goes into keyguard mode but once its on the homescreen (and ShootMe isn't running!!) it looks dark and ****.
I had the same problems porting MIUI theme to Legend. Don't know how to fix it at the moment.
Sent from my Legend
tried porting the Elegant steel rom (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=769376&highlight=elegant+steel) to the rooted froyo vodafone rom but it didnt work. =(
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Would something like the transparent MIUI work?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=798661
BicolXpress said:
tried porting the Elegant steel rom (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=769376&highlight=elegant+steel) to the rooted froyo vodafone rom but it didnt work. =(
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Maybe because of the HDPI<-->MDPI
I couldn't even get it to port
Code:
framework-res
Downsizing drawable Images ...
The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configura
tion is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the com
mand-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.
Downsizing drawable-en-mdpi Images ...
The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configura
tion is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the com
mand-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.
Downsizing drawable-land-mdpi Images ...
The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configura
tion is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the com
mand-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.
Downsizing drawable-mdpi Images ...
The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configura
tion is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the com
mand-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.
parker09 said:
Maybe because of the HDPI<-->MDPI
I couldn't even get it to port
Code:
framework-res
Downsizing drawable Images ...
The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configura
tion is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the com
mand-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.
Downsizing drawable-en-mdpi Images ...
The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configura
tion is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the com
mand-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.
Downsizing drawable-land-mdpi Images ...
The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configura
tion is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the com
mand-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.
Downsizing drawable-mdpi Images ...
The application has failed to start because its side-by-side configura
tion is incorrect. Please see the application event log or use the com
mand-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail.
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There are Issues with Sense and Themes that are made for example for Cyanogenmod. And try to redownload both Roms and try again it seem to be a wrong MD5Sum or something. The files seem to be corrupt. I have tried to Port the MIUI style but it doesn't work because they modified whole Apks and not only replacing PNGs like the Theme-Porter does.
Westi01 said:
There are Issues with Sense and Themes that are made for example for Cyanogenmod. And try to redownload both Roms and try again it seem to be a wrong MD5Sum or something. The files seem to be corrupt.
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Oh I see.
Westi01 said:
I have tried to Port the MIUI style but it doesn't work because they modified whole Apks and not only replacing PNGs like the Theme-Porter does.
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I tried the one I posted and for the lockscreen it worked perfectly but once the phone gets unlocked thats when the notification bar goes black (I think its from all the other images from the dropdown menu being on top of each other).
parker09 said:
Oh I see.
I tried the one I posted and for the lockscreen it worked perfectly but once the phone gets unlocked thats when the notification bar goes black (I think its from all the other images from the dropdown menu being on top of each other).
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Ah ok. I tried to port the original Theme. Could be that your Link works better.
Maybe this helps someone?
[Application] Mac: Convert HDPI images to MDPI
Are these any good for you guys? I can't test right now, still without my Legend .
[Theme] CM v6.1.0-RC1 / Biffmod 2.1 / Nightly 250 (mdpi)
BlueDark [11/07/10]MDPI Full Roms Cyanogen 6.1RC1
Hey Westi01,
the picture with the surfer girl is pretty awesome. Could you please upload the picture as jpg?!
Westi01!
Is it possible to use your ported Minimal theme without flashing the whole ROM?
I would like to keep my system as it is if possible!
Thank you,
zappelfry said:
Hey Westi01,
the picture with the surfer girl is pretty awesome. Could you please upload the picture as jpg?!
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It's a picture out of UltraLinx Gallery. It a very good Site by the way !
greenolive said:
Westi01!
Is it possible to use your ported Minimal theme without flashing the whole ROM?
I would like to keep my system as it is if possible!
Thank you,
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Look at Method 1 for applying themes without Flashing. You have to use ADB.
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I really like android 2.3 taskbar ?? i want it on wm
But how to mod .dll file?
Plz helppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp
I have a useful link saved on my PC that I will post for you when I get home later....
I found it through Google so try there if you haven't already....
Sent From 1998 Via 56K Dial Up
conantroutman said:
I have a useful link saved on my PC that I will post for you when I get home later....
I found it through Google so try there if you haven't already....
Sent From 1998 Via 56K Dial Up
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tks conan i will wait ^.^
MrBeOTP2 said:
I really like android 2.3 taskbar ?? i want it on wm
But how to mod .dll file?
Plz helppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp
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I would love to know that to, because I got my hands on the pictures, but still have no idea of moding it
First look into how to Edit and Customize a DLL and MUI.
Then:
Here are the Possible files you need to edit to complete the Taskbar Icon set:
(may need to be updated)
Here are the tools that you need:
*RecMod Tool - To convert a module to a flat DLL or MUI file
*
UnSigner - To UnSign the DLL or MUI file
*
Resource Compiler/Decompiler - To edit the DLL or MUI components
*
Icon Maker - To create and edit icons
*
Signer - To ReSign the DLL or MUI files
You can download these Free Tools from HERE.
You can have some icons even placed in the MUI files so same procedure will be applied to MUI and for the DLL files. Here an taking an example of a DLL file.
Once you are ready with these tools you can proceed to the following steps:
1. Get the DLL file you want to edit
If you have a DLL flat file then just move to Step 2 else if you have a Module then just Convert it to a Flat DLL file using the Recmod Tools provided. Note it that you cannot edit a module but only a flat file.
2. UnSign the DLL file
You need to first remove the signed certificate from the DLL first. Drag the DLL file over UnSigner.exe. Done. You’ll notice the size of DLL file increased a little.
3. Get measure of Icons
Open the DLL file in the Resource Hacker Application and make a note of all the Icons you need to replace and their respective dimensions. This way you can easily get the measure of the Icons you need to create to replace the Default Icons. Here we take the example of tshres.192.dll,
A more simpler way is to extracting all the icons of the DLL in a folder first. Just go to Actions/Save all Resources and save the “.rc” file in a new folder. This will extract all the default icons present in that DLL.
You can this way find out what all icons that DLL caters.
4. Prepare new Icons to add to your DLL
Use Icon Maker and create the icons to be replaced in the DLL. But you need to make sure that the size of Icons are correct for each Resolution of the Device you want to use it on. I’ll tell you the Dimension of icons for W/VGA devices and for W/QVGA you can reduce them to half.
*
Taskbar Icons(Battery Signal, Volume, etc.) - 32x32px
*
Start Button(WM 6.1) - 36x41px
*
Start Button(WM 6.5) - 32x32px
*
Soft Key Buttons(WM 6.5.x) - 48x48px
Now there may be few other Icons such as for the Folders, Dialer, etc. So the dimension of these you need to be aware of in Step 3.
5. Replacing the Icons in the DLL file
Now you must have already opened the DLL file in the Resource Hacker Application. So now you need to individually replace each icon with the new ones you created in step 4. Just right click on the Icon Resource you want to change and select “Replace Resource”.
Then simply browse to the respective icon you created in Step 4 which you want to add.
6. ReSign the DLL
The last thing you need to do is ReSign the DLL. For doing this:
1.
Extract the msigntools.7z to a separate folder.
2.
Copy the DLL inside that folder
3.
Click on siggner.exe and browse select that DLL file. You can select multiple files aswel.
4.
Next just click on “Start Sign Process”. Instantly all the DLL files will be signed and there.
5.
To check whether they got signed or not, notice that reduced file size of the DLL and also a new Text file is created mentioning “Warning: This file is signed, but not timestamped. Succeeded”. Which means Signing process was Successful.
7. Edit the BMP files
The BMP files are used for showing icons of Bluetooth and Headset as shown in the first Image. Not the behind properly editing these icons is, making 2files for each icon, one for the Icon with Black Background and another with the Icon area Back and the background being white. Do this for all these BMP files and you can replace them aswel in the Windows Folder.
This way the whole process is complete and not you can replace this DLL in your windows folder or Create a Cab file or just cook it in the Rom.
Nordpolcamper said:
I would love to know that to, because I got my hands on the pictures, but still have no idea of moding it
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Not as easy as you might think. You need to get your hands on software to unsign the dll. Then you need to be able to explore it and replace the images within it. Then you need to correctly resign the dll (different software!). Plus, there is more than one file involved in the taskbar so be prepared for a lot of work. Even then you almost always run into problems signing the dll correctly and often end up with no volume icon showing, problems with HTC volume control, even no taskbar icons at all! Rear up a lot before you go too far, there are tutorials out there (I suggest you wait for Conan's link).
Anyway, have fun! Look forward to a GB taskbar sometime on Monday given your recent progress111
edit: ...OR just follow Santods marvelous instructions above (damn, you're quick!)
edit (again): RecMod link is broken...
Dunc001 said:
Not as easy as you might think. You need to get your hands on software to unsign the dll. Then you need to be able to explore it and replace the images within it. Then you need to correctly resign the dll (different software!). Plus, there is more than one file involved in the taskbar so be prepared for a lot of work. Even then you almost always run into problems signing the dll correctly and often end up with no volume icon showing, problems with HTC volume control, even no taskbar icons at all! Rear up a lot before you go too far, there are tutorials out there (I suggest you wait for Conan's link).
Anyway, have fun! Look forward to a GB taskbar sometime on Monday given your recent progress111
edit: ...OR just follow Santods marvelous instructions above (damn, you're quick!)
edit (again): RecMod link is broken...
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Hehe well I wouldnt bet on it. I will start working on 9 new docks for the softkeys, which are all ported from android devices of friends of mine. And I have to do a lot of work to make my files match the screenshots as much as possible. But I think, that I can finish that, this night or tomorrow^^
Dunc001 said:
Not as easy as you might think. You need to get your hands on software to unsign the dll. Then you need to be able to explore it and replace the images within it. Then you need to correctly resign the dll (different software!). Plus, there is more than one file involved in the taskbar so be prepared for a lot of work. Even then you almost always run into problems signing the dll correctly and often end up with no volume icon showing, problems with HTC volume control, even no taskbar icons at all! Rear up a lot before you go too far, there are tutorials out there (I suggest you wait for Conan's link).
Anyway, have fun! Look forward to a GB taskbar sometime on Monday given your recent progress111
edit: ...OR just follow Santods marvelous instructions above (damn, you're quick!)
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Link Fixed Thanks
Hey MrB,
Your probably better off following santod's advice as its more comprehensive and easier to follow that the link I mentioned. Heres the link anyway though
Looking forward to your gingerbread flavoured taskbar
tks all. i will try~
Wow~ too much thing @[email protected]""""
I can give you some tips on making this easier. Since you've extracted the files from the apk im pretty sure you know that you'll have to convert them to png then convert them to .ico . They will not work normally on any size make sure it's 32x32 but after you convert them. If you feel that the default icons are confusing download and extract Dark Ninja's android. If you are used to that. I used his desire as the base. I created my icons and easily placed them since they are easy to notice.
If you need any help PM me since I have been working on a pink and blue version of gingerbread I can share my files with you if like.
tks Lunie~
i'm resizing 32x32 and convert to ico everything is fine now .
tks 4 ur help :]
wow~ done with resizing icon @[email protected]"""""" now have to replace ( .tired -.-
i mod Ovi's taskbar
but now......
can not install??????????????????????????? need ur helppppppppp (
Here is cabfile~
http://www.mediafire.com/?imkn7tvqlc2188f
MrBeOTP2 said:
i mod Ovi's taskbar
but now......
can not install??????????????????????????? need ur helppppppppp (
Here is cabfile~
http://www.mediafire.com/?imkn7tvqlc2188f
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I gotta stop hitting that Thanks button when I try to quote a post, lol.
Anyway, did you resign after replacing images?
santod040 said:
I gotta stop hitting that Thanks button when I try to quote a post, lol.
Anyway, did you resign after replacing images?
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i used msingtool but can not resign @[email protected]"
MrBeOTP2 said:
i used msingtool but can not resign @[email protected]"
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I looked into your files, they all good besides the htcvolume.dll and phcanOverbmp.dll which are corrupted. Both those files cannot be signed.
The taskbar looks nice but I would rather prefer to see all the green replaced by blue color, I am sure your work will get more success in blue
I might find the time to help you to finish this taskbar in the coming week, just let me know by pm
Steve0007 said:
I looked into your files, they all good besides the htcvolume.dll and phcanOverbmp.dll which are corrupted. Both those files cannot be signed.
The taskbar looks nice but I would rather prefer to see all the green replaced by blue color, I am sure your work will get more success in blue
I might find the time to help you to finish this taskbar in the coming week, just let me know by pm
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tks steven~ i will make both green and blue version but now we need to solve my problems :d:d:d:d
lets try something new today..
before I start let me ask you this questions.
do you like customizing your phone?
do you want to edit your apk's without a pc?
do you have belief in xrecovery (&me probably)
if you answered YES for the above questions. I've something good for you.
our map for the treasure in this journey would be a small application named
METAMORPH
MetaMorph, at heart, is simply a program that takes files from a directory and adds them to an already existing zip package.
In this case, our zip packages are apk and jar files.
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THINGS YOU'LL NEED :
Metamorph (attached)
RootExplorer (any apk which can edit xml files)
Androzip/Astro (zip app)
Creativity & Willingness to take the Risk
Metamorph uses a zip file to apply the customize apk on your phone.
the zip file contains two things
a xml file
folder containing your mods
lets cut it sweet with an example.
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lets suppose I want to change the icon of my apk. lets say I want to change icon of Calculator
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
to
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Metamorph is CaseSensitive. Following Steps need the correct name & case
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we'll do it in 2 parts
PART - 1
to do this I'll first need to create a folder named Calculator
now the icon of calculator is in the folder res\drawable-mdpi
so I'll create those folders in the Calculator folder
so the line is Calculator->res->drawable-mdpi
all I need to do now is the monster icon into this folder and name it exactly the same way it is in the original so lets rename monster.png to icon.png
PART - 2
the xml file should contain this code
Code:
[B]<?xml version="1.0"?>
<themename>[COLOR=Red]theme_name[/COLOR]</themename>
<themeversion>0.1beta</themeversion>
<screenshot></screenshot>
<author>Suhel</author>
<authorweblink>N/A</authorweblink>
<phone>Xperia X8</phone>
<rom>Sony Xperia X8 2.1 </rom>
<themedescription>Converted Theme</themedescription>
<item>[COLOR=Red]your_apk.apk[/COLOR]</item>
<path>[COLOR=Red]path_of_your_apk[/COLOR]</path>
<description></description>
[/B]
ok the red things in the above code are crucial.
1. theme_name (I'll come to this later)
2. your_apk.apk this is the name of your apk
3. path_of_your_apk this is the path of your apk
for our Calculator it should be something like this
Code:
<?xml version="1.0"?>
<themename>X8Champ</themename>
<themeversion>0.1beta</themeversion>
<screenshot></screenshot>
<author>Suhel</author>
<authorweblink>N/A</authorweblink>
<phone>Xperia X8</phone>
<rom>Sony Xperia X8 2.1 </rom>
<themedescription>Converted Theme</themedescription>
<item>[B][COLOR=Red]Calculator.apk[/COLOR][/B]</item>
<path>[COLOR=Red][B]/system/app/[/B][/COLOR]</path>
<description></description>
hope you understand. now you need to save the xml file.
now the first point. the theme_name you are going to type should be the same name as of your xml file name
ok now you're done.
all you need to do now is create a zip file and place the folder & xml file in that zip file. again make sure the name of the zip file should be the same as the xml file
put the zip file in your sdcard root
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Applying theme with Metamorph
Tap Unzip/Extract new theme
Select the Zip file
Tap the apk you want to apply and tap apply it
Reboot your phone
-THE END-
Why Metamorph?
1. Easily Edit your Apk's & Jar files on your phone without hazzle of extracting and replacing.
(Jar files will need pc. awww but you dont edit jars too much )
2. You can Mod multiple Apk's
Code:
[B]<item>[COLOR=Red]your_apk1.apk[/COLOR]</item>
<path>[COLOR=Red]path_of_your_apk[/COLOR]</path>[/B]
[B]<item>[COLOR=Red]your_apk2.apk[/COLOR]</item>
<path>[COLOR=Red]path_of_your_apk[/COLOR]</path>
[/B]
[B]<item>[COLOR=Red]your_apk3.apk[/COLOR]</item>[/B]
[B] <path>[COLOR=Red]path_of_your_apk[/COLOR]</path>
<description></description>
[/B]
you can even edit your Framework-res.apk. just make sure the path of it is /system/framework and not /system/app
3. I don't know. I need to try it out more. I'm trying to edit a jar file for now. will tell you the results. but the potential of it are endless
4. However it doesn't work with market apps. its intended to only bug the stock things
IMPORTANT : Meta is very stringent about its filenames and fonts case and name. If you miss one thing the apk will disappear from your menu. so make sure you've a
BACKUP B4 U MESS-UP
WOW IT RHYMES LOL
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EDIT : well you don't need to entirely backup just copy/paste the apk you want to edit. entire backup may require if you are playing with jar files or crucial apk's.
I'm not responsible for any mess done to your phone
Edit 2 : Works with framework-res.apk too
Ok. How can I change icon Phone or Music Player? I try your method and I can change only Calculator, Calender and Settings. Any ideas?
bananoss said:
Ok. How can I change icon Phone or Music Player? I try your method and I can change only Calculator, Calender and Settings. Any ideas?
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folder path
SemcMusic\res\drawable
icon name
music_app_icon.png
Code:
[B]<?xml version="1.0"?>
<themename>SemcMusic</themename>
<themeversion>0.1beta</themeversion>
<screenshot></screenshot>
<author>Suhel</author>
<authorweblink>N/A</authorweblink>
<phone>Xperia X8</phone>
<rom>Sony Xperia X8 2.1 </rom>
<themedescription>Converted Theme</themedescription>
<item>SemcMusic.apk</item>
<path>/system/app/</path>
<description></description>[/B]
Nice tut
edit: if i need to change a app on sdcard whats the path? :S
/sdcard/foldername
Foldername would be the folder in which your app is stored
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WHOOAA. Can I get a source for the background please? And what font are you using there?
Edit: This looks so damn good, holy crap.
a-k-t-w said:
WHOOAA. Can I get a source for the background please? And what font are you using there?
Edit: This looks so damn good, holy crap.
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sure buddy
what about folders in zip file for framework.apk ? Where should be semc_bg.png and fonts ? Near .xml or in folder .......
Sorry for offtopic... But: Which framework do you (suhel) use? It's so awesome
thanks for this tutorial!
herbi69 said:
what about folders in zip file for framework.apk ? Where should be semc_bg.png and fonts ? Near .xml or in folder .......
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the semc_bg should be placed in /res/drawable-mdpi
for the fonts refer this topic http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=933406
[email protected] said:
Sorry for offtopic... But: Which framework do you (suhel) use? It's so awesome
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are you talking about the blue background??? I've already attached the file and fonts two posts above your post
thanks for sharing~
Hello Guys
I have designed a glow circle battery for my own use, but I decided to post it here so you may use it in case you like it
The battery was developed on a i9000, but I analyzed the framework from captivate and it seems that this procedure will work on captivate also. Please try and feedback.
If you like my work, please consider a small donation to help me continue developing.
Change log:
17.03.2011
-Reorganized the threat so everyone could easily mod his own framework. Follow the new installation instructions
-Added CWM file only with script so you can use it with your framework file safely.
-Uploaded new reorganized image packages.
14.03.2011
-added new charger images. -- Beams -- ( i might rework them in the next days) --
-added missing images for full charge and so on...
-I will modify tomorrow morning the threat, with new reorganised files cause it became a little confusing
03.02.2011
CAUTION:
Flash only if you have DOC's ROm, because some users stated that on Darky they had problems. Not sure why, because it should work - they're both deodexed roms. Do a BACKUP
-Added CWM files for V1, V2 - with percentage and clear at charging
-Working to a new animation for charging, a lot better than this one, but I can;t tell you when it will be ready because I have a lot to work for my school
02.02.2011
Finished creating charging icons and XML editing for animation. I Added two versions of the framework:
-Version 1 : loops the circle animation continuous, without showing the current amount of battery after each loop
-Version 2 : Shows after each loop the amount of battery
01.03.2011
I just created another battery with life indicators on the margins
INSTALLING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Download 3 packs: one with images of the battery (batt1 or batt2), one of the chargers (Glow, or BEAMS) and one of the charging animation images (with percentage and without).
2. Download CWM_update.zip
3. Place the files from the battery pack and charger inside your framework-res.apk file, in /res/drawable-hdpi.
4. Place the file from charging script inside your framework-res.apk file, in /res/drawable
5. put the modified framework-res.apk file inside the framework folder, of the CWM_update.zip.
6. Reboot in CWM.
7. Clear cache.
8. Clear Dalvik.
9. Flash the file.
10 Reboot and enjoy
Previews:
New Evolution Battery
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Glow Charger
Old Evolution
Beam Charger
DOWNLOAD
If you like my work, please consider a small donation to help me continue developing.
Battery:
New Evolution: http://www.multiupload.com/371JXMVJ7N
Old Evolution: http://www.multiupload.com/S64AEV6X7K
Charger
BEAM Charger: http://www.multiupload.com/72IYDH6F03
Glow Charger: http://www.multiupload.com/P16AHXNW2S
Charging Script:
With percentage: http://www.multiupload.com/98L6VG1IQF
Without percentage: http://www.multiupload.com/ZCMQ2MPBTC
CWM_update.zip: http://www.multiupload.com/OPI3LQ1Z04
how do I place the files in the framework file??? I really would like to give it a try but i don't know how, the instructions are little confusing. And another question this mod work on axura 2.3.0.1?
marianohernan said:
how do I place the files in the framework file??? I really would like to give it a try but i don't know how, the instructions are little confusing. And another question this mod work on axura 2.3.0.1?
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use root explorer to do it
bosina said:
use root explorer to do it
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wrong. using that you will need to reflash as you will keep getting FC errors on every app.
What have you not understood?
WHOA WHOA WHOA.
What rom is this?
that looks jizzingly beautiful!
I don't even understand these instructions:
1. Download 3 packs: one with images of the battery (batt1 or batt2), one of the chargers (Glow, or BEAMS) and one of the charging animation images (with percentage and without).
2. Download CWM_update.zip
3. Place the files from the battery pack and charger inside your framework-res.apk file, in /res/drawable-hdpi.
4. Place the file from charging script inside your framework-res.apk file, in /res/drawable
5. put the modified framework-res.apk file inside the framework folder, of the CWM_update.zip.
6. Reboot in CWM.
7. Clear cache.
8. Clear Dalvik.
9. Flash the file.
10 Reboot and enjoy
What is all this framework stuff? Just make it so this whole thing is flashable thru CWM... sheesh what is all this crap
jwleonhart said:
I don't even understand these instructions:
What is all this framework stuff? Just make it so this whole thing is flashable thru CWM... sheesh what is all this crap
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the batteries are organized in image packs, so you can form different combinations. the packs are available in the download links, and the CWM_update is the file that will help you update your systems framework without breaking your system. sorry, but if you don't have some basic knowledge about this I don't recommend to do any modification, as you might brick your phone.
I think the instructions are clear enough... I can't explain better than that
xriderx66 said:
WHOA WHOA WHOA.
What rom is this?
that looks jizzingly beautiful!
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thats what i thought when i saw it..damm
I have some experience but i'm by no means advanced. I also don't have DOC's rom, whatever rom that is. I'm using Bionix 1.3.1, can I still flash this battery file?
Let me go step by step on this so maybe i'll understand what your saying with ease...
1. Download 3 packs: one with images of the battery (batt1 or batt2), one of the chargers (Glow, or BEAMS) and one of the charging animation images (with percentage and without).
2. Download CWM_update.zip
3. Place the files from the battery pack and charger inside your framework-res.apk file, in /res/drawable-hdpi.
4. Place the file from charging script inside your framework-res.apk file, in /res/drawable
5. put the modified framework-res.apk file inside the framework folder, of the CWM_update.zip.
6. Reboot in CWM.
7. Clear cache.
8. Clear Dalvik.
9. Flash the file.
10 Reboot and enjoy
Ok, so I downloaded the 3 files... Glow Charger, New Evolution battery, and Charging with %. Then I downloaded CWM_update.zip
Now I went ahead and unrar'ed the 3 zip files, which are obviously full of images.
Now the next 3 steps are what confuse the living hell out of me:
3. Place the files from the battery pack and charger inside your framework-res.apk file, in /res/drawable-hdpi.
4. Place the file from charging script inside your framework-res.apk file, in /res/drawable
5. put the modified framework-res.apk file inside the framework folder, of the CWM_update.zip.
What exactly are you telling me to do here?
I'm not the most advanced, but i'm also not challenged so if you could just break it down a little bit more maybe i'd understand it better.
Sorry I didn't mean to come off like a prick in the last post, i really would like to try these battery mods out, they look nifty.
And also i'm with these guys, what theme/rom are you running... looks like everything on your phone is transparent?
Looks pretty awesome! I'm content with my current battery, but this is quite cool....
If you don't mind though, what font is that? It looks awesome!
Crysis21 said:
no man, not that;s what i mean. the battery, the charger, and the XML for making the animation are put in separate packages. all these packages must be combined, at your preference, in your framework-res.apk file. (you open the framework-res.apk with WINRAR and then you put the images in the folder drawable-res-hdpi and the xml in drawable. TAKE CARE to save the file with no compression!!! after that, put the file in CWM_updater, in framework folder. THIS FILE (cwm_updater) you will flash with CWM. Got it?
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this is what i explained on captivate forum. I hope is clear enough
Ok, so I tried to follow your guide.
Using QtADB I went ahead and found the framework-res.apk file. I then copied it to my PC and unrar'ed it. Then I went to drawable-hdpi (I didn't have a drawable-res-hdpi.... but I found the images in drawable-hdpi so I replaced them there)
I then went ahead and make the file and APK again through winrar. Made sure I didn't compress it.
I then went and opened the CWM_Update.zip folder, went into the the framework folder, and copied the framework-res.apk inside of it.
I then copied the CWM_Update.zip to my SD card, went into CWM and tried to install it. When I try to install the zip I get the following:
E:Can't open /sdcard/romstuff/CWM_Update_evolution_battery.zip
(bad)
Installation Aborted
I renamed CWM_Update the CWM_Update_Evolution_battery so I knew what the file was for since I have alot of stuff in my rom folder.
I'm assuming changing the name shouldn't do anything since anything else i've ever renamed is fine.
I'm running Bionix 1.3.1, could that have something to do with it???
This really sucks I wanted to try the battery, and i'm really sure I did this right... i'm not an idiot with a computer so I'm lost on where I went wrong possibly?
I just found your post in the captivate forum, and also checked that I used "STORE" on winrar for both repacking the .apk file and for the .zip file. The whole update.zip file ended up being a little more than 11mb... does that sound right? The APK file itself is 6.6mb in size.
It's still giving me the (bad) file error in CWM.
I have followed each step, copied the files to the apk, put the apk into the CWM_update zip and flashed with clockwork. For some reason it is not working/showing up. Still has the default battery icons and animations. I am running Axura 2.3.1.3. No problems with Clockwork flashing, no error or stuck on boot animations. Don't know what else to do. Really like this battery mod.
Do you have to delete the original Battery png's and charging icons from the Framework folder to make this work? I also am trying to follow your instructions and trying to make sense of it.
jwleonhart said:
Ok, so I tried to follow your guide.
Using QtADB I went ahead and found the framework-res.apk file. I then copied it to my PC and unrar'ed it. Then I went to drawable-hdpi (I didn't have a drawable-res-hdpi.... but I found the images in drawable-hdpi so I replaced them there)
I then went ahead and make the file and APK again through winrar. Made sure I didn't compress it.
I then went and opened the CWM_Update.zip folder, went into the the framework folder, and copied the framework-res.apk inside of it.
I then copied the CWM_Update.zip to my SD card, went into CWM and tried to install it. When I try to install the zip I get the following:
E:Can't open /sdcard/romstuff/CWM_Update_evolution_battery.zip
(bad)
Installation Aborted
I renamed CWM_Update the CWM_Update_Evolution_battery so I knew what the file was for since I have alot of stuff in my rom folder.
I'm assuming changing the name shouldn't do anything since anything else i've ever renamed is fine.
I'm running Bionix 1.3.1, could that have something to do with it???
This really sucks I wanted to try the battery, and i'm really sure I did this right... i'm not an idiot with a computer so I'm lost on where I went wrong possibly?
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ughh, just did all the same as these guys^^ and got nowhereeeee. when someone fixes this i'll try again..
This tutorial is for lock screen modification to Nabi 2 NABI2-NV7A US or UK version although only confirmed working with US version. Although the steps would be identical for either version, just don’t have a UK Nabi 2 to test my theory.
I created this thread in hope that if anyone use this tutorial they will provide a picture of lock screen and also share their flashable zip file for the entire Nabi community. If sharing flashable zip files the naming convention has to match the firmware version as I have done below.
A couple of tools & files will be required first and I have provided links to downloads.
• 7-zip
• apkmultitool
• nabi_circle.png
• empty_framework.zip
I will start with the apk multi tool, I have to give kudos to the developer of this tool, super easy to use; if possible consider making a donation and continue supporting the development of this tool. Currently using Windows 7 64 OS so all instructions will be for Window users.
1) After download of tool, extract to the root of C:\
2) Make sure you have USB debugging checked in Nabi found in Settings\Developers options
3) Connect tablet and go C:\ APK-Multi-Tool\setup.bat and follow instruction 1 thru 3
4) After the 3 steps go to C:\ APK-Multi-Tool\other you will find the framework-res.apk & SystemUI.apk
5) Copy and paste framework-res.apk to C:\ APK-Multi-Tool\place-apk-here-for-modding now click the Scipt.bat hit enter; then option 9 Decompile apk
6) Then you will find the decompiled apk in C:\ APK-Multi-Tool\projects
The files to edit with your pictures are found here, go and replace the png files listed below.
C:\APK-Multi-Tool\projects\framework-res.apk\res\drawable-sw600dp-mdpi
A. fuhu_ic_lockscreen_handle_normal.png
B. fuhu_ic_lockscreen_handle_pressed.png
C. nabi_circle.png
D. unlock_directions.png (Optional)
The fuhu_ic_lockscreen_handle_normal.png & fuhu_ic_lockscreen_handle_pressed.png have to be 1024 x 552 px. and they both have to be the same picture.The nabi_circle.png 184 x 238 has to be replaced with a transparent.png for simplicity I have provided a download link to one. Also the unlock_directions.png is optional that file is 120 x 120 px by replacing all these files you can create your own custom lock screen mod. What I did is I renamed all my png files to default names.
If you want to change default wallpaper, which is 1536 x 1024 px
C:\APK-Multi-Tool\projects\framework-res.apk\res\drawable-sw600dp-nodpi
1. After you have edited your files; then enter the cmd and choose option 11 Compile system apk files. Then it will ask if you would like to copy additional files that you didn’t modify from the original apk in order to ensure least # of errors (y/n)
2. Enter y
3. Now go back to C:\APK-Multi-Tool\keep and delete the files you have modified then hit enter
4. You will now find a unsignedframework-res.apk file in C:\ APK-Multi-Tool\place-apk-here-for-modding
5. Place this file in different folder (example minions) rename to framework-res.apk
6. Grab the empty_framework.zip open this with 7-zip without unzipping and drag the framework-res.apk in emty_framework.zip\system\framework\drag here.
If your emty_framework.zip is only showing META-INF folder just click file top left of 7-zip and then "create folder" system repeat again and create framework folder, then open that folder and drag framework-res.apk there. 7-zip will ask are you sure you want to copy file just click yes.
If you want to modify the updater script you can extract into your computer and modify it with notepad and change the name of the lockscreen, this will be able to be read in recovery. If you don’t take this last step it will say “Installing custom lockscreen”. The updater script can be found in
empty_framework.zip\META-INF\com\google\android\updater-script
Here are a few lockscreens that are only for firmware 2.3.11 enjoy
With exception of lockorig_2.3.11.zip all have Nexus 7 2013 default wallpaper!
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
lockorig_2.3.11.zip
frozen_princesses_2.3.11.zip
frozen_marshmallow_2.3.11.zip
ariel_2.3.11.zip
disney_princess_2.3.11.zip
dinosaur_2.3.11.zip
bubble_guppies_2.3.11.zip
minions_2.3.11.zip
minions_face_2.3.11.zip
mario_2.3.11.zip
pokeman_2.3.11.zip
spongebob_2.3.11.zip
super_why_2.3.11.zip
my_little_pony_2.3.11.zip
Before flashing backup entire ROM also store the lockorg_2.3.11.zip in your external card
I am not responsible for anyone bricking your kids tablets, you are choosing to do this mod!
Sweet thanks for making this thread
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katinatez said:
Before flashing backup entire ROM also store the lockorg_2.3.11.zip in your external card
I am not responsible for anyone bricking your kids tablets, you are choosing to do this mod![/CENTER]
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So I flashed the frozen one no problem, but then tired to flash the original and it just hangs on boot loading. Have you tested flashing that zip. I just flashed the frozen back and was fine. Just a heads up.
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So I flashed the frozen one no problem, but then tired to flash the original and it just hangs on boot loading. Have you tested flashing that zip. I just flashed the frozen back and was fine. Just a heads up.
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I tested the zip file in my nabi and its fine, I also replaced my lock original from my external card from my nabi to the download link.
Please re- download and try again, thanks
Hi.
I had posted this in one of the general forums since I didn't have access at the time to post in the development forums.. I'll post this here as well now that I can..
Question on the process to change the default kids mode wallpaper in the lockscreen process on the Nabi2's since moving to Jellybean.
katinatez's excellent process for the lock screen portion works fine (THANK YOU for sharing this, BTW)
End result:
I am trying to add a custom wallpaper into the apk when I change the lockscreen.
The file I am targeting is called default_wallpaper_kid.png and it is 1024x552.
The file is located in 2 folders:
framework-res.apk\res\drawable-hdpi
and
framework-res.apk\res\drawable-mdpi
I change these 2 files, recompile and follow the rest of the process as normal. Flash install onto the Nabi2 in TWRP and reboot. I still get the same default blue block kids mode wallpaper.
I've gone back and pulled the framework back off of the Nabi once I did the install and the changed wallpapers are in fact there. I can't figure out where the Nabi is pulling the standard blue block default wallpaper from since I verified that I replaced the files that I thought it should be.
I should note that I had previously changed the wallpaper during another lock screen install, so I'm stumped as to why I'm not able to change it now. And yes, I could just simply copy the wallpaper over to the Nabi and set it as wallpaper from there but it's bugging me as to why the process isn't working.
Any ideas?
Thanks in advance!
2girlzdad said:
Hi.
I had posted this in one of the general forums since I didn't have access at the time to post in the development forums.. I'll post this here as well now that I can..
Question on the process to change the default kids mode wallpaper in the lockscreen process on the Nabi2's since moving to Jellybean.
katinatez's excellent process for the lock screen portion works fine (THANK YOU for sharing this, BTW)
End result:
I am trying to add a custom wallpaper into the apk when I change the lockscreen.
The file I am targeting is called default_wallpaper_kid.png and it is 1024x552.
The file is located in 2 folders:
framework-res.apk\res\drawable-hdpi
and
framework-res.apk\res\drawable-mdpi
I change these 2 files, recompile and follow the rest of the process as normal. Flash install onto the Nabi2 in TWRP and reboot. I still get the same default blue block kids mode wallpaper.
I've gone back and pulled the framework back off of the Nabi once I did the install and the changed wallpapers are in fact there. I can't figure out where the Nabi is pulling the standard blue block default wallpaper from since I verified that I replaced the files that I thought it should be.
I should note that I had previously changed the wallpaper during another lock screen install, so I'm stumped as to why I'm not able to change it now. And yes, I could just simply copy the wallpaper over to the Nabi and set it as wallpaper from there but it's bugging me as to why the process isn't working.
Any ideas?
Thanks in advance!
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Someone else asked this question a long time ago. I can't find that answer searching(can't remember enough words from that post), it seems something like it was already cached since it was the apk, so it didn't pick up the change. I can't remember if the solution was to wipe caches or something like that or clear some data in an app in settings. Or maybe neither and I remember nothing..... LOL.
I believe the blue block wallpaper you are talking about, is in fact the NabiMode.apk default wallpaper.
Take the NabiMode.apk decompile & go thru steps replacing with whatever wallpaper you want for kids launcher wallpaper.
You will also find Madagascar wallpaper inside the NabiMode.apk
Good luck
Thanks guys -- I'll try to poke around with it later tonight when I get home.
Appreciate the info.
2girlzdad said:
Thanks guys -- I'll try to poke around with it later tonight when I get home.
Appreciate the info.
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Remember to make backup with twrp before you start making changes.
katinatez said:
Remember to make backup with twrp before you start making changes.
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Yeah, I've learned to do that the hard way..
Thanks!
Well, I pulled NabiMode.apk and decompiled it and found where the kids mode wallpaper is kept. I don't know about tinkering with the apk though as the data/addon_res folders are read only and I'm not sure that I want to get into playing around with figuring out how to push to a read only folder at this point - MUCH easier to just copy the wallpaper over to the Nabi and set it.
Thx guys!
My Little Pony Lockscreen
My daughter is in a new phase, she just turned 4 years old and absolutely loves My Little Pony, so I created a new lockscreen mod.
enjoy
katinatez said:
My daughter is in a new phase, she just turned 4 years old and absolutely loves My Little Pony, so I created a new lockscreen mod.
enjoy
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Hi any chance of getting these to work on the new 2.4 update? thanks
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Hi any chance of getting these to work on the new 2.4 update? thanks
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Same steps outlined in guide, just no time. It's up to you.
I don't think this member can post here yet but take a look at some 2.4 lockscreens
http://forum.xda-developers.com/general/rooting-roms/nabi-2-lockscreens-version-2-4-t2876988
Hi
BIt out of my depth with this but in updating the nabi2 from Jellybean to KitKat the lockscreen changed and it will upset my boy as he has autism. So planning to do this.
FIrstly, the apkmultitool ink seems broken does anyone have it please?
Secondly, I got the original lockscreen download as a zip in another thread from SMcC2 does that mean I can avoid a big bit of this tutorial??
Thank you for any help please.
Alex
Edit: Does me being on kitkat mean none of this will work ?