When I want to change an icon on my home screen, my launcher brings up the standard 'select app for this task' box.
The trouble is I want to use my file browser, and its not showing up there, I'm only getting to pick gallery, and this is a pain in the ass because my icon set has 1000+ icons, which would be easy to find by file name, but looking through 1000 icons every time you need one isn't much fun. I'm using ADW launcher by the way and solid explorer.
Can you add to these app select menus, like you can add to 'send to' in windows? Cheers
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You can't do it. It's part of the code of ADW Launcher and Solid Explorer. ADW should be able to look for file explorers whole generating the list, and Solid Explorer should allow itself to be found. Without either it won't work. However, I know that Solid Explorer works fine, so the problem here should be ADW. You can contact the ADW dev, mention this problem to him and request him to add it in the next release.
Alternatively, ADW is open source, so you or anyone else reading this can view the source code and add in this functionality yourself if you have the know-how, and if you do manage that, send a merge request to the dev so he can add it in permanently.
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You can't do it. It's part of the code of ADW Launcher and Solid Explorer. ADW should be able to look for file explorers whole generating the list, and Solid Explorer should allow itself to be found. Without either it won't work. However, I know that Solid Explorer works fine, so the problem here should be ADW. You can contact the ADW dev, mention this problem to him and request him to add it in the next release.
Alternatively, ADW is open source, so you or anyone else reading this can view the source code and add in this functionality yourself if you have the know-how, and if you do manage that, send a merge request to the dev so he can add it in permanently.
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I guess my next step is to email the dev explaining and take it from there. I don't want to switch from using ADW EX or Solid Explorer so hopefully the dev will listen and help. I don't know anything about coding android but if it is a straightforward thing to do maybe someone could help.
Thanks
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Emailed the dev and pointed to this thread but no reply as yet, will hopefully hear back soon.
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Having read about a great mod to eliminate the annoying sd-card mounting sound upon reboots, i really wanted a way to edit build.prop from my phone without relying on my PC.
I know that Root Explorer would do the trick, but I was not willing to spend $4 to do such a minor edit.
That said, with a little Googling I found a great free editor that allows you to make a backup before you start and fiddle at your discretion. http://code.google.com/p/net-widgetron-propeditor/downloads/detail?name=PropEditor-0.3.apk
Thought this might help someone!
Cheers
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Nice find!
I gotta say though that Root Explorer is well worth the money if you like to tweak your phone. I use it constantly to edit/backup/move/etc system files and ANY file really.
I can tell you that it has also saved my butt more than once when I did something I shouldn't by giving me the ability to change something back before rebooting my phone into a boot loop.
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Trust me............Root Explorer will save you a lot of time for that $4 in the long run. It's a must have app, no doubt about it!
I found that Ghost Commander offered the same kind of file management capabilities as Root Explorer with the omission of some small features. (Like a build.prop editor!) It's also a free download from the market.
My needs are not the most complex either... I'll wait for someone else to test the waters before I dive in so that the brick potential is minimized.
Cheers!
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axial_pro said:
I found that Ghost Commander offered the same kind of file management capabilities as Root Explorer with the omission of some small features. (Like a build.prop editor!) It's also a free download from the market.
My needs are not the most complex either... I'll wait for someone else to test the waters before I dive in so that the brick potential is minimized.
Cheers!
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Everyone has different needs. I don't mind paying $4 because for me it has long paid for itself. I have been using Root Explorer since back when I had my Galaxy S.
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GibMcFragger said:
Everyone has different needs. I don't mind paying $4 because for me it has long paid for itself. I have been using Root Explorer since back when I had my Galaxy S.
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+1 Root exp is the way to be
why is it that i cannot edit my build.prop file in Root explorer. i have paid for it and have it and i have root and super user access.
when i go to edit the build.prop it said that i cant... it said "Warning, you cannot edit this file because the file system is read-only. WTF this is aggravating me so much. all i want to do is Edit my build.prop file and i cant seem to find a way to do it. i searched all over these forums and cant find it.
my phone is STOCK but i have it rooted. i don't want to add anything else really. all i want to do is edit the file for purchasing gameloft games.
GibMcFragger said:
Nice find!
I gotta say though that Root Explorer is well worth the money if you like to tweak your phone. I use it constantly to edit/backup/move/etc system files and ANY file really.
I can tell you that it has also saved my butt more than once when I did something I shouldn't by giving me the ability to change something back before rebooting my phone into a boot loop.
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before u go into the text editor u have to click "make r/w" on the top of the screen.
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you guys all completely derailed the point of this thread.
Prop Editor is an awesome app for editing your prop files. It is EASIER to use than Root Explorer's text editor, because 1) it sorts all the lines in build.prop alphabetically and removes comments and 2) it allows you to select single lines and edit the values or replace them with some pre-existing suggestions (such as when editing the phone model line).
I find it much better to use than Root Explorer for when I want to edit my build.prop, and I paid for RE too.
My Thoughts Exactly!!
And Prop Editor has Backup Option!!
dLo GSR said:
you guys all completely derailed the point of this thread.
Prop Editor is an awesome app for editing your prop files. It is EASIER to use than Root Explorer's text editor, because 1) it sorts all the lines in build.prop alphabetically and removes comments and 2) it allows you to select single lines and edit the values or replace them with some pre-existing suggestions (such as when editing the phone model line).
I find it much better to use than Root Explorer for when I want to edit my build.prop, and I paid for RE too.
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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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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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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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Not my work.. Not my work
http://rootzwiki.com/topic/9813-ported-amazon-silk-browser-from-kindle-fire-working-on-thunderbolt/
Works great on my tb , would look better on the nook given the resolution.
I have miui on my sd card so I'm going to try and install this using root explorer when I get home.
Also hopefully it's ok to link that thread:/ if not mods please remove.
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I get a build.prop error. Wont install.
I found that the issue is with the linker file that goes in bin... if you unzip the files into their proper locations its the only conflict and it makes the nook bootloop. I also tried modifying the flashable's script to install on the nook, still didn't install.... Maybe the author of this port can fix up that linker file for us
I'll message him and see what he thinks. or hopefully one of our devs here will pick it up and get it working.
It's really smooth on my tb ,I always felt that the browsers were lacking or just looked funky. But I think this would be a perfect fit.
Also it supports flash, has tabbed browsing, reflows correctly after pinch in, and you can change the user agent. .
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Any news on fixing it?
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Is there a fix or another port? I would really like to try this.
Thanks
Check this out http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1418480
Loving the update so far. My top features:
-NOVA launcher just as sweet on the tablet as my Gnex
-Chrome
-App folders
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Definitely accessing SD Card, swipe to clear in notif window and the small apps. I will enjoy the calculator lol
I do like the folders, but I have so many apps on my tablet that I wish there was a better way to organize them, like folder organizer. I like that app because it allows me to list all the apps and move to folders and when I download a new app, it prompts me to organize.
Checkout Nova you can seperate your apps by tabs and groups in the app drawer might be what you are looking for organization.
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For me to be great so far seems to be the screen seems to be more responsive as a better look also that wifi seems to connect faster when the screen goes off I love everything about ice cream sandwich have no complaints at all chrome is a big plus for me. now can somebody go root this thing already lol
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The built in spell checker and the ability to close apps from long pressing the home button, and then swiping them away.
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Checkout Nova you can seperate your apps by tabs and groups in the app drawer might be what you are looking for organization.
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Does it work similar to folder organization in Go launcher? I was able to create folders in the app drawer and copy them to the homescreens. Best part, if I made changes to the folders in the app drawer, they carried into the homescreen folders.
I also really don't want to take away from the stock experience. I have pimped the hell out of my Nexus S lol
best feature
i think the read from sd card is by far the best feature... its so more convenient to expand memory now... no need to keep on deleting old videos etc anymore
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One thing you should know is that Ubuntu isn't a laucher, but an OS.
I know..that...but i want a home screen...replacement similar to that...nd thnx for ur not helping reply...!!
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Nova launcher could be quite good to recreate the Ubuntu home screen. You probably may have to do some looking around for some suitable widgets though. If you do that reply some screenshots, because that would be pretty awesome if it is done. I recommend doing some research about launchers though.
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currently there is no launcher close to the ubuntu-like experience, but you can consider customizing a nova launcher install
I actually found a theme that recreates Ubuntu home screen without getting the os:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=vic.uccw.ubu
Hope that helps!
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go here and follow the instructions:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgxzbvuHwi0&list=UUXzySgo3V9KysSfELFLMAeA&index=8
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I know..that...but i want a home screen...replacement similar to that...nd thnx for ur not helping reply...!!
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Thanks for your notification reminding me that my reply wasn't helpful.
Every OS has its own user interface. If a launcher looks greatly like another OS, then the former might be violating the latter's legal rights (at least I think so. Ignore those iOS-style launchers).
But why don't you visit http://mycolorscreen.com/ which I saw several days ago on xda portal posts? That site offers a lot of phone beautification tutorials and you may find a UI even better than Ubuntu Touch.
Hope you find my reply helpful this time. :laugh: