New idea, new problem: I´ld like to use the MDA to save signatures. Do someone of you knows al library which can handle the touchscreen so that I can display moves (the signature) and safe them as file (jpg?) on memory?
Greetings again,
Andreas )
PS: I´ld like to seize the chance top thank you all for your help in the past time. You´ve helped me a lot. If someone of you´ld like to get some of my results (code snippets for SMS at this time): send me an email )
Digital signature
There is a .NET Compact Framework example from Microsoft that captures the signature on the device and allows you to display it on a Desktop computer.
It is easy enough to change it to get an image on the Pocket PC.
The sample is here:
http://msdn.microsoft.com/library/default.asp?url=/library/en-us/dnnetcomp/html/PPCSignatureApp.asp
It just captures the mouse down and mouse move commands but works well enough. I started looking at something I found through google about being able to get the movement from the touchscreen instead of the windows message to get better resolution but I gave up as I did not have enough time to fix all the problems I was having.
Thank you )
Do you`ve the MSI-File at home? At Microsoft I get a 404-Error if I try to download the installationfile. (whould nice to test)
Thanks and Greetings,
Andreas )
404 Error
I see what you mean about the link.
Try this one
http://download.microsoft.com/downl...e-422b-a5cf-67b2b3470589/SignatureCapture.msi
It is working at 15:46 on 18th August
Thank you!
Another idea I had: Is there also a chance to make a simple screenshot of the mdascreen and put a "drawing-pad" on the screen? (I think it's more simple to use because of the pictures must be combinatet with other digital documents)
Greetings,
Andreas
I have completed an application to capture signatures. It's not very hard. Just follow the cursor and build up a list of coordinates. If you keep this as a list of coordinates then each signature is only about 100 bytes.
Alternativelly, these gues have done this for you as an OCX or ActiveX:
http://www.thingo.co.nz/products/SignatureThingo/help/html/summary.html
Ben
tnx ;o)
ok I've just got an mda vario or htc wizard as they seem to be called a lot and theres a few things i'd like to be able to do. I got a bit tired trapseing through a lot of posts and ending up without the result I wanted.
well to start, I'm running the 1.6.2.4os that came already installed.
and here's what I want to do...
1)make sure its completely unlocked, CID ,SIM extended
rom, everything, preferably free and all in one go.
2)improve performance, am I right in thinking omap overclock is a good answer to this? is it free? increase the glyph cache? disable animation on start menu? any other tips
3) customizing, quite a few things,
3.1) I want to make my own phone dialler tried bitmaps in windows directory didn't work so I'm using one of the zphone skins for the moment I could modify that but don't really want it in add/remove programs or that extra directory. is there any way to increase the size of the contact's picture?
3.2) sips, want to customize them. anyone know what dlls to edit (my own assumption there) also I wouldn't mind knowing why buzz lightyears keyboard skins wouldn't work for me.
3.3) today screen, colours are fine, easily done but I want to replace icons/ text, for example, have an icon displaying a missed call which would change appropriately. a easily accesible task manager would be nice there too.
4)the camera. seems to be a bit dark at times, is there a better auto-adjustment or flash driver or whatever for it?
ill, probably add more later, but for now, that'll do. any help is much appreciated, please remember I'm a big cheapskate and so i'd rather do this stuff for free any non-free solutions are also appreciated but please state which. thanks again.
when I'm finished i'll put together a nice little guide for other people to follow and any info I use will be accredited (naturally)
Hi, you better have posted this in the wizard forum.
First you need to super cid unlock see http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=33796 and follow machinegods instructions.
Second intall nicodekker's registry wizard for easy tweaking of cache & animation http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=39725
Third not easy to increase the size of the contact picture - only possible to do with eten dialler see here or buzzdev.net http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=39725 or here http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=35326
You can change the diallers yourself see my own here http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=44560&start=125
Buzz's keyboard skins dont work for most devices, hav'nt seen a report on them working on a wizard - waiting on buzz to give us a fix.
Task manager - many people are using magic button free or could try wisbar advance 1 thats free and you can change some of the icons with wisbar. Google for both.
Thanas posted a fix for the camera see here http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=45123
Hope that helps
Please post futher posts in the wizard forum - i dont want to start a wizard thread in this forum
And you'd be better splitting your questions up into 2 or 3 posts as you will tend to get more replies - luckily i was just passing thru this forum.
Welcome to the wizard club!
moving forum
ok, how do I move this to the wizard forum?
Only moderator can do that. You can post any unawnsered questions or partially answered questions in the wizard forum.
hello to all
I installed Orange Homescreen on my WM5 blue-angel.
It it by far the cleanest plug-in I've ever used! Two problems though:
1. The URLs seem to be hard coded - anyway of changing that?
2. On the contacts "tab" there is an option for speed dial, but it generates an error when I try to use it - is there some other CAB I need to install?
Thank you!
Hi AdmiralAK,
I love the Orange today plugin too, but have had a lot of trouble installing it on the other Rom's for my Universal. Can you tell which files you used to install it :?:
As for the problems your having:
1. The URL's can be changed by editing the Full_one.xml file.
But your still limited to four.
2. In the Orange Rom, some of the files have a lower case t prefix.
Try changing renaming your speed dial executable. It might work :wink:
Thanks!
I downloaded the homescreen cab from somewhere on this board (this was a few days ago so I am not completely sure). I found two versions. One was in the ftp://xda-developers.com/Universal/Extended_ROMs/Orange Extended ROM/
(this one I did not install because I had the otherone already installed)
(ok after a little looking I found it)
I am actually using the Orange Homescreen from the Orange SPV M3100 (hermes device) - this is the one that is installed on my Blue angel and it works without a problem. --> I am attaching it.
(I apologize to the forum for postnig the same file again - I cannot find the link to it)
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As for the speed dialer - I don't think I have the application installed on my blue angel (I am using the 1.3beta rom from HELMI and I don't seem to be able to find it) in my device - any idea where to get it?
Also, is the XML file that I need to edit in the windows/ directory?
Thanks
google tells me that the full_one.xml file is in my windows directory...but I dont see it :-/
The CAB from the Orange Ext ROM is just the reg settings, its no good without the files from the Orange ROM.
I'll try the file you posted this weekend [if I get the chance] :?
Yes, the XML file is in the Windows folder.
It works inconjuction with the HomeScreen.dll, with some icons stored in contactsico.dll.
I've added these files and the prefixed t files from the Windows folder of my Universal, I hope they're useful.
Have you tried the file ?
Hmm.. performing back up now.. and going to try it out. Hope it is easy to uninstall.
[UPDATE]
Ok, tested out the plugin. It is a nice plugin. Make your phone more like a phone than a PDA. It gives you one hand operation by using the direction buttons, making calls and stuff. However, since it will disable all other plugins, I won't recommend others whom uses Today calendar plugins such as Pocket Breeze, TodayAgenda, TodayPlus, etc.. to use this orange plugin. Uninstall is easy.
Screen shot of it here http://www.coolsmartphone.com/article569.html
under the section `INSIDE`. It is the same for smart phone and pda phone. You will see all the options available. And the 'Today' option actually sends you to the (built in) Calendar day view.
Hi, have you used the cab file and zip file above ?
Ok, I tried the plugin posted here by AdmiralAK, on my Universal.
First thing I noticed was it actually ran on the O2 ROM.
Second thing was how small the icons are compared to the plguin built into the Orange Universal ROM.
But I guess that makes sence as the screens are very different sizes. More importantly must of the plugin works fine.
I'm sure a little editing would probably have it all working.
What I did notice is its totally different to the Universal plugin, none of the files i've edited to get the universal version working the way I want it to, exist in this version. Hence the Full_one.xml, t* and .bmh files are not in the Windows folder.
I've gone back to the Orange ROM, as I have it running the way I want and the bigger icons are easier to use on the Universal. But i'll be keeping this version as I may get a TyTn next year.
Cool program. But too bad, limited customizable.
Hi people,
Great software, I was looking to try this on my MDA Vario. Too bad of it's limitations. Good to try out and see how it works.
Though I was thinking of visually designing a kind of similar application and find some great developers on this site to help me create it. Of course if anyone is interested in this kind of functionality.
Anyone already interested? let me know. i hope to have some draft ideas on here in the form of screenshots as soon as possible. but now it's diner time see ya.
Cheers,
Shah.
I have tried editing the 'full_one.xml' file, then soft reset....however it hasn't changed anything...
did i miss something?
Hi guy,
I've tried to resize the icon of plug-in and it's ok in portrait but no in landscape, I think it's a registry problem for landscape.
I'd like to use the plug-in on no orange rom.
I'll find the way to get more than 4 custom option but i get without icon.
The file full_one.xml is linked with other file of the orange rom so I think that's one problem.
@Shah2,
I'd be interested in a plugin like this, that has a few more options [see below] and works on all ROM's.
I have no programing skills or abilities, but i'd help out where I can. :wink:
@minty1978,
The Full_one.xml file only lets you edit the Labels and the URL's in the plugin.
@filippodisvevia,
I'd like to use the plug-in on a none Orange ROM too.
Then I wouldn't have to kepp hiding my Universal from the IT guys at work. :lol:
The 3 things I'd like to change on the plugin are:
1. Have more than 5 URL's in the Web section.
2. Have more than 4 programs in the Launch section.
3. Have all seven sections appear on the screen [at least in portrate mode][/i]
I'm a littlebit busy but I want resolve this match.
Stay tuned
Concept Orange Homescreen Pimped Beta 0.1
Hi people,
I told ya that I was interested in making the Orange Homescreen even better than it is at the moment.
THESE ARE PURELY PHOTOSHOP MOCKUPS!
Image number 1 shows the use of today plugin as we know them. It's just to give an example. All the other screens speak for themselves.
If anyone has his/her own ideas please share them in this thread. I would also like to draw the attention of developers who might be interested in creating this for real, and not just some photoshop images, please let me know.
Cheers,
Shah
Hi Shah,
Thats way more complex, than I was looking for. :shock:
But, If this was to be built as a new plugin, hopefully it could be scalable, using a .ini or .xml file. Like the real Orange plugin does. 8)
The only I don't really like, is the other plugins showing as in pic.1.
I have other plugins switched on while i'm at work, and the Orange one at night. I find the empty desktop more relaxing. :wink:
ZaForD said:
Hi Shah,
Thats way more complex, than I was looking for. :shock:
But, If this was to be built as a new plugin, hopefully it could be scalable, using a .ini or .xml file. Like the real Orange plugin does. 8)
The only I don't really like, is the other plugins showing as in pic.1.
I have other plugins switched on while i'm at work, and the Orange one at night. I find the empty desktop more relaxing. :wink:
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Hi ZaForD
The complexity is actually quite limited. Because if you use the plugin most of the options are the same. Most of the items are just additions to the rest of the plugin.
And for the pic 1. I can image it's not that nice. But with input we can work on making it more general so that people will like it.
Personally I would like to have the standaard Today screen plugins visible because they are still usefull.
It's also a possibility that all the items are configerable to meet users needs. For example standaard options like the original homescreen for users that want the basic functionalities, and advanced options for users who want more options. so that every page is user configerable.
Anything is possible in Photoshop haha. but seriously if there are any developers who are interested please leave a note.
Cheers,
Shah
I stopped using the plugin - no matter how much I liked it - because it did not show me tasks tat need to be done.
I would be interested in something more complex than it is now (at least show me my tasks) but maybe not as complex as the mockups. scalability would be cool
What do you think he is trying to do?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=63214&highlight=
Any updates on this?
I have a Prophet and tested the plugin, however there are some things that I can't edit (cause I don't have an Orange ROM)...
Dear fellas,
after booting my s620 for the second time i noticed an application that enabled me to change the order of items on home screen in WM 6.1. Now I just cant find it and it's driving me nuts. Can anybody let me know where this app is located?
The tool allows for enabling, disabling, reordering apps on home screen.
Thanks alot, regards,--
(Im a flash developer, i assume i cant be of much help for this community here. if that is wrong let me know and i'll just try...thanks alot for providing help and 61 here.)
Last panel (settings)
Last option
dzire187 said:
(Im a flash developer, i assume i cant be of much help for this community here. if that is wrong let me know and i'll just try...thanks a lot for providing help and 61 here.)
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Actually... keep your ears peeled. Flash knowhow will be come more and more important on mobiles. In hte meantime, feel free to disassemble the Chome panel's workings, and make a WYSIWYG editor for it I thought it was silverlight-lite, but I hear it is flash based.
From what I heard, only the MyFaves interface is flash based... not CHome... But hey, it's all rumours until we hear it from MS. Heh
Hi guys, no more stupid questions, i hope
I have recently managed to get a GBC emulator working and i was thinking how much easier life would be if i could create a small keyboard that i could use to press.
Any ideas on where i could read up regarding creating a keyboard, or whether someone has beaten my thought process to teh punch ?
regards
You can create one by just developing a simple application that will be a tranparent form, without menubars, titles and etc. then add a tranparent frame on the place that you want the keyboard and put buttons or ImageBoxes as the keys.
Also remember to make the application OnTop
If you want I can suggest some tutorial to read about tranparency, hiding menubars and tiles..., but all in C#
Enjoy and Good Development!
sob sob sounds so intense
but yes tutorial me
im currently building an arcade machine though and im heading overseas and was hoping to have the little proggie downloaded from somewhere
but if you think its easy to make a little graphic representation of the keys of a gameboy and use that as my keyboard ... hit me up
First of all: Which language you use to develop for WM?
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Is the code possible to right in c++?