full black start menu!! - HTC Excalibur

is there anyway that i can turn the start menu into full black?? not the gradient one? cuzz it doesnt look good with my wallpaper!

Search for Blacksoft, that will make them pure black.

ive been lookin for dat too but couldnt find one to work

http://www.mediafire.com/file/cncofzdm5ih/blacksoft.CAB

Bupahs said:
http://www.mediafire.com/file/cncofzdm5ih/blacksoft.CAB
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its password protected wats da password?

smart tool kit. tons of skins for you to choose from. just search it on this forum

fliparsenal said:
smart tool kit. tons of skins for you to choose from. just search it on this forum
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dats true but sometime smarttoolkit could be a battery hog

found it

s1l3nt said:
its password protected wats da password?
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There is no password

Bupahs said:
There is no password
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You been pasword protecting .cab's again

Is this the same as the black soft keys app? I installed it and didnt notice any changes.
edit: nevermind I answered my own question by reading the rest of the posts.

black background on start menu
just take a 320x240 .bmp in solid black and name it HTC_StartMenuBkg_320x240m.bmp , drop it on the windows directory.
You know what I'll save you time trying to get it. Follow the steps above. Here I made you one.

s1l3nt said:
dats true but sometime smarttoolkit could be a battery hog
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no not really, my battery was fine even before i got the 1550

roloracer said:
just take a 320x240 .bmp in solid black and name it HTC_StartMenuBkg_320x240m.bmp , drop it on the windows directory.
You know what I'll save you time trying to get it. Follow the steps above. Here I made you one.
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umm i put it in my windows directory and nothin happend dude do i gotta restart phone?

If I install this, will I be able to go back to the other color options?

1Airborne1 said:
umm i put it in my windows directory and nothin happend dude do i gotta restart phone?
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When you drop something on your windows directory to replace an existing item, you always have to reboot. didn't think I had to tell you that.
Capitan Totti said:
If I install this, will I be able to go back to the other color options?
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No. you have to create a white one , or any other color , rename it and follow the same steps to revert back from black.

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Screen Shots

How are you guys taking those screen shots of your homepage etc on the dash and getting them on the comp.
Thanks!
there are a few programs...some of us use smarttoolkit...which is what i use, but there are other programs out there....
e-natives.com for smarttoolkit.
So, directions On how to install? I got the zip file, but what to do next?
Nolalove06 said:
So, directions On how to install? I got the zip file, but what to do next?
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unzip it on your desktop. then transfer the .cab file on your phone via activesync. then click the .cab file on your phone to start installation.....
Go Saints!!!
Nolalove06 said:
How are you guys taking those screen shots of your homepage etc on the dash and getting them on the comp.
Thanks!
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I would advice you use SmartToolKit RC08 as it works well with the dash, can be downloaded @ http://www.neilmorgan.co.uk/btbbanywhere/closing_applications.htm. Place this file on phone via active sync or beam via bluetooth find it via Filemanager on phone and click on and install. You will need to go into it's options to get it to load @ startup.
Hope this helps.
More software available @ http://www.neilmorgan.co.uk/btbbanywhere/software_good.htm
I've been wondering about this myself... After getting a screen capture on SmartToolkit, how do you get the bitmap to display in your post as a thumbnail? For some reason, I can only get it to be an attachment--but I want it to be visible to everyone as they scroll past my post.
Rip Syntaxx said:
I've been wondering about this myself... After getting a screen capture on SmartToolkit, how do you get the bitmap to display in your post as a thumbnail? For some reason, I can only get it to be an attachment--but I want it to be visible to everyone as they scroll past my post.
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hmm, I've never had a problem with this. All i do is take the screen shot, then put the xx.bmp on the desktop, upload it as an attachment and viola, it's there
if you want, i'll do it right now.
EDIT: I just realized what i did, open image in paint, save it as jpeg and upload the jpeg. it should work fine
Good Luck !
I like "My Mobiler". Free app, runs from your desktop and allows you to control your phone screen and save screenshots directly to your PC.
Wesociety said:
I like "My Mobiler". Free app, runs from your desktop and allows you to control your phone screen and save screenshots directly to your PC.
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Thanks bro, I just downloaded it. Seems like a kick ass app.
EDIT: Here's the download link if anyone wants it - http://www.mtux.com/
Wesociety said:
I like "My Mobiler". Free app, runs from your desktop and allows you to control your phone screen and save screenshots directly to your PC.
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Are you running WM 6.1/Vista? I'm having trouble connecting it. Ok, i tried everything but it just does not connect, Ahh - Even tried connecting from the phone. Nothing happens. Just says connecting but never ends up connecting.
Can someone else try it out & tell me if it's working for them or not?
You know what, It's the damn firewall in vista but even after i turned it off, it's not working.
Oh well, nevermind
VISTA SUCKS - There you go, had to say it.
lukybandit said:
hmm, I've never had a problem with this. All i do is take the screen shot, then put the xx.bmp on the desktop, upload it as an attachment and viola, it's there
if you want, i'll do it right now.
EDIT: I just realized what i did, open image in paint, save it as jpeg and upload the jpeg. it should work fine
Good Luck !
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Exactly what I needed to know! Thanks! This was getting on my nerves. lol
Rip Syntaxx said:
Exactly what I needed to know! Thanks! This was getting on my nerves. lol
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no problem bro
we're here for each other, if anyone of us runs into trouble, even if it's minor - it's our duty to help
a member in need is a member indeed lol
Pocket Controller Pro by SOTI is the way to go my friend
If only there a was a way to write sms's as well on the desktop, that'd be great...!
I use Smart SS
http://www.louterrailloune.com/smartss/
I also notice that there is now Smart SS+
http://www.louterrailloune.com/smartss-2/
I like that it is a small specific app without all the other junk like Smart Tool Kit. Not that I don't like Smart Tool Kit but it has a lot of stuff in it and if all you want is a screen shot than this app will do.
Seems like SMart SS+ will allow you to take .png and .jpeg as well as .bmp
Thanks for all the links guys, I will def try these out.
lukybandit said:
Thanks bro, I just downloaded it. Seems like a kick ass app.
EDIT: Here's the download link if anyone wants it - http://www.mtux.com/
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This was EXACTLY what I was looking for And recommend it to other, very easy to use

CeleTask

My reboot feature disappeared.
How can i get it back?
maybe you closed the app for reboot, try off\on, it could be load to memory again.
Mikey1022 said:
My reboot feature disappeared.
How can i get it back?
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The Rip Off Phone
Mikey1022 said:
My reboot feature disappeared.
How can i get it back?
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Your phone must some kin to Fingers, who lives on the West Side............!
nope, i actually have to RE ADD it to the list. can someone give me the path and settings for reboot feature.
i had the problem in the past, it's probably easier to just reinstall it.
Mikey1022 said:
nope, i actually have to RE ADD it to the list. can someone give me the path and settings for reboot feature.
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1) open celetask click right to you see CeleTask-tools
2) click menu click action then click add tool...
3)fill in what you see in the screen picture
Just for laugh
rickwyatt said:
1) open celetask click right to you see CeleTask-tools
2) click menu click action then click add tool...
3)fill in what you see in the screen picture
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You forgot to put a checkbox on Auto Startup
Thank you Ricky i hate that "delete" on the left soft key. That did the job
tlogix said:
You forgot to put a checkbox on Auto Startup
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I dont know if you are trying to be a smartass or not. I even know you shouldn't do that.
thanx rick i had that same problem////....
thanx rick i need that too .... i wonder how that happened
Mikey1022 said:
I dont know if you are trying to be a smartass or not. I even know you shouldn't do that.
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The title said it all: Just for laugh. You need it one in a while
happened to me too... thanks!
celetask
Mikey1022 said:
Thank you Ricky i hate that "delete" on the left soft key. That did the job
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is there a way to change the delete soft key on the celetask to avoid this to happen. I've almost deleted the reboot before.
Thanks Rick, I must have deleted it by accident.

Where are the plugins located

Im using Kavana Ricky's remade.
Have just made an error on CHome customise of Programs.
I changed the Plugin icons: Location istead of the Picture location now i don't have the programs bar on home screen.
Can someone please provide location.
Thanks in Advance.
Try this.
Start menu -- My Tools -- Configurator -- and click on the plugin you want to show. It's probably just hidden. You can also move up or down which ever one you want.
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Try this.
Start menu -- My Tools -- Configurator -- and click on the plugin you want to show. It's probably just hidden. You can also move up or down which ever one you want.
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In My Tools Configurator in CMyApplication\plugins\customise
I have changed the location of Plugin icons: "accidentaly"
Please provide location
\windows\CHome_MyProgs_sat_active.png;\Windows\CHome_MyProgs_desat_inactive.png
That's what mine says at least
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\windows\CHome_MyProgs_sat_active.png;\Windows\CHome_MyProgs_desat_inactive.png
That's what mine says at least
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That worked pannel back but the image on the pannel has a cross now?
Not the Program.png's there there.
I don't know where the .png is or how to send the .png
I'll be honest I don't know jack.
ok I think I found it....go down the menu to the picture box and type in:
\Windows\CHome_MyProgs_Word.png
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I don't know where the .png is or how to send the .png
I'll be honest I don't know jack.
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Hope Someone can help or it's a flash for the third time
Shoolboy error aswell.
Am just typing out all of my settings ready.
pfunkside said:
ok I think I found it....go down the menu to the picture box and type in:
\Windows\CHome_MyProgs_Word.png
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That just changes the picture of the app your displaying had done them all then messed up.
I believe you will have to find the image you want or originally had for your programs panel and put it in your windows folder. Then find the path somehow and type it in. Like I said I don't know, but tried. I would wait for a mod to help or someone with more experience.
Good luck and keep me posted.
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I believe you will have to find the image you want or originally had for your programs panel and put it in your windows folder. Then find the path somehow and type it in. Like I said I don't know, but tried. I would wait for a mod to help or someone with more experience.
Good luck and keep me posted.
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Thank you for your help, much appreciated.
All i can do is wait.
Update Re Flashed.
Solved.

Download SmartToolKit Here!

Because e-natives download section is down, people began to complain and harass people as to where they could get the besides doing a Google search.
So I decided to hunt them down and provide a space to download them.
http://www.mediafire.com/nic3a-STK-Backup
Currently In The Box Are These Items
SmartToolKit RC09 - zip
SmartToolKit RC08 - cab
SmartToolKit RC07 - cab
Test Skinning (the new core2 global skinning beta) - rar
SKINS
For the Source page of these skins and for more skins and Icons Click This Link
The Below are what I believe to be the best skins.
Best Icon Set IMO is called "Black Circle" and are the icons featured in the last picture
.::If there are any requests for SmartToolkit related files let me know here::.
Yea I have a question. What are the best one of the three Smarttoolkit?
Thanks.
kingofdacuse said:
Yea I have a question. What are the best one of the three Smarttoolkit?
Thanks.
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RC08 Is the stable release for Dash
nic3a: Do you have the pure black flat theme? I seen it yonks ago but could never get it from STK site as the d/l section hasn't worked for years lol
yeah can u please share some skins? i only have few, but i'll gladly share some
skins
yes of course I'll find some skins and upload them into the box under the obvious folder. i appreciate the feedback too
This is My Flat Black Skin Based off the Carbon one.
Screen Shots Bellow & a Cab I'd recommend installing, makes the phone match the theme with the flat black look.
i have the white one. let me know if u want it
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i have the white one. let me know if u want it
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Well yes of course if you have skins to share please share them. ^^
I've never personally looked for a white theme it looks smooth
here you go http://www.mediafire.com/?sharekey=7cfc464a1b21af9141446e35a78dc463437fe869c464555e5be6ba49b5870170
btw nic3a howd you get your panel like that? ive read the dll. forum thing showing me how to, but i never saw anyone upload that theme/dll.
nic3a said:
Well yes of course if you have skins to share please share them. ^^
I've never personally looked for a white theme it looks smooth
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...it would appear that my last post didnt actually post.. so.. here's propsers pure black.. again.
fliparsenal said:
here you go http://www.mediafire.com/?sharekey=7cfc464a1b21af9141446e35a78dc463437fe869c464555e5be6ba49b5870170
btw nic3a howd you get your panel like that? ive read the dll. forum thing showing me how to, but i never saw anyone upload that theme/dll.
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I'm sorry I am not entirely sure what you are referring too could you clarify?
If you are talking about the look in my avatar try looking here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=392517&highlight=blue+chome
yeah i was talking about your avatar and the solid blue panel. thanks for the link, ive been looking for it for ages
Does it matter wether you install it on your device or storage card?
roloracer said:
Does it matter wether you install it on your device or storage card?
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Install to device as you will want to set it to load @ startup
stylez said:
Install to device as you will want to set it to load @ startup
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Thanks bro, I like the look of it , I'm sure I'll like it even more when I get used to the layout.
shouldn't you install everything to the device?
what's the advantage of installing it to the storage card?
Anyone having trouble with the "windows\start menu" and this tool ?
When I navigate to that folder when SmartToolKit is installed, my screen starts flickering when I browse to the first shortcuts (Active sync,..)
Allready tried a hardreset and reflashed the rom (NRG Rose Rom v1.7 - Remade by Ricky and Stylez ), but no luck. Problem shows itself after installing SmartToolKit (RC08)
Will try to upload a vid showing the problem.
nic3a said:
shouldn't you install everything to the device?
what's the advantage of installing it to the storage card?
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To keep space on the device the only things i would advise installing to device is things that load @ startup as device memory is read faster and also the Movie Player as you are reading the Movie from memory card.
Reason to keep more space on the device as it slows down access when you fill up just like a HD even though it is solid state.
stylez said:
To keep space on the device the only things i would advise installing to device is things that load @ startup as device memory is read faster and also the Movie Player as you are reading the Movie from memory card.
Reason to keep more space on the device as it slows down access when you fill up just like a HD even though it is solid state.
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Yes I try to keep as much as possible on my storage card, unless is a program, like you said that it necessarily needs to be in the device.
oh now i know
This is a sweet app, I dunno why I waited until now to try it out. I heard people mention it affects battery life, how bad does it affect the battery? Does it make a noticable difference? Im using a fatty 2200 mAh.

Can't access the TouchFlo3D settings!

It's not highlighted for me to get into the options when I go to "Today" then "items". When I press the start menu I get the drop down instead of the touchflo one.
Unless their is another way.
I imagine there's a registry edit you could do, where? I have no idea. I haven't bought mine yet, just didn't want a thread to go unposted
Thanks for the reply man! I hope someone knows.
HeavyComponent said:
Thanks for the reply man! I hope someone knows.
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There aren't any settings for TFLO3D2 in there. You can however un grey the option button (it won't do anything cause there aren't any settings for it) by going to HKLM\Software\Microsoft\Today\Items\TouchFLO 3D (not the one in quotes)\ in the registry and setting the key options to 1 instead of 0.
dwizzy130
Ok so I guess I need a registry editor. What is the best one to get and are they free?
HeavyComponent said:
Ok so I guess I need a registry editor. What is the best one to get and are they free?
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I have CeRegEditor. I find it easy to use, pretty basic, and user friendly. Im sure there are better ones out there. but if you're gonna use it like i do, just for basic edits, this will suffice nicely.
http://ceregeditor.mdsoft.pl/index.php?id=3&lang=en
theres the link for it.
gonna try this RegEdit right now, and ill post back for ya. :].
It looks like it's for the PC. Is their one I can do straight from the phone?
EDIT: I got an error after it installed...
"Unhandled exception raised! Error message: Failed to set data for " " Then it would opens, should I be worried?
dwizzy130 said:
There aren't any settings for TFLO3D2 in there. You can however un grey the option button (it won't do anything cause there aren't any settings for it) by going to HKLM\Software\Microsoft\Today\Items\TouchFLO 3D (not the one in quotes)\ in the registry and setting the key options to 1 instead of 0.
dwizzy130
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Ok I did what you said, but it doesn't do anything. It's highlighted yeah, but I can't get into it.
HeavyComponent said:
Ok I did what you said, but it doesn't do anything. It's highlighted yeah, but I can't get into it.
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That's exactly what I said it would do.
TFLO3D2 doesn't have any settings that are accessible there!
dwizzy130
Oh ok ok, I must of over read what you typed. Thanks anyway.
HeavyComponent said:
Oh ok ok, I must of over read what you typed. Thanks anyway.
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No problem.
There are some setting for TFLO3D2 in the registry though.
Look here:
HKLM\Software\HTC\Manila\
And here:
HKCU\Software\HTC\Manila\
dwizzy130
its for your phone. Just click on the orange phone in the upper left hand corner to connect your phone to the program. and then youll be available to see all of the keys. and then you can edit the registry from there.

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