Was able to change the Left and Right softkey In HTC Sence
But after updating to the new t-mobile rom It refuses to change.
\HKLM\Software\HTC\Manila change value of each key (LSK for Left Soft Key, RSK for Right Soft Key)
HomeLSKArguments - Argugement of application you'll be calling
HomeLSKPath - Path to program with in "" i.e. "\Program
HomeLSKText - text of the button.
HomeRSKArguments
HomeRSKPath
HomeRSKText
What I am trying to do is change the right soft key to the windows contacts
Not the HTC contacts its defaults to
The TEXT Changes JUST FINE !
But Still runs the HTC ALL contacts
Now if I close Manila and use the windows home screen it works just fine. Restart Touch Flow .. and it uses HTC Weird.
HELP ?
Try using Advanced Config (can't remember if it was in the stock ROM, and I doubt it) to change the softkeys. Once you get in Advanced Config, press Menu > More Settings > Key Mapping.
That's where I change my softkeys because I also experienced problems changing them via reg tweaks.
yeap tried it .. nope still locked .. old t-mobile rom let me change it as well aswell as the wwe htc ver ..
this new "leaked" T-mobile Rom Dont seem to wana let me
WarlockW said:
Was able to change the Left and Right softkey In HTC Sence
But after updating to the new t-mobile rom It refuses to change.
\HKLM\Software\HTC\Manila change value of each key (LSK for Left Soft Key, RSK for Right Soft Key)
HomeLSKArguments - Argugement of application you'll be calling
HomeLSKPath - Path to program with in "" i.e. "\Program
HomeLSKText - text of the button.
HomeRSKArguments
HomeRSKPath
HomeRSKText
What I am trying to do is change the right soft key to the windows contacts
Not the HTC contacts its defaults to
The TEXT Changes JUST FINE !
But Still runs the HTC ALL contacts
Now if I close Manila and use the windows home screen it works just fine. Restart Touch Flow .. and it uses HTC Weird.
HELP ?
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What exactly are you entering to try to launch the WM Contacts?
Have you tried windows\poutlook.exe for HomeRSKPath with contacts for HomeRSKArguments?
yea .. tryed that and just the contacts.lnk
HomeRSKArguments - none
HomeRSKPath \windows\contacts.lnk
HomeRSKText - Contacts
I copyed the contacts.lnk to the windows dir .. was easier to type this lol
WarlockW said:
yea .. tryed that and just the contacts.lnk
HomeRSKArguments - none
HomeRSKPath \windows\contacts.lnk
HomeRSKText - Contacts
I copyed the contacts.lnk to the windows dir .. was easier to type this lol
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Do mean that you tried what I suggested?
Or do you mean that using "contacts.lnk" should be equivalent to what I suggested, that is, entering "poutlook.exe" and "contact" separately?
sorry .. yes I have tried what you suggested .. also tried the contacts lnk
also tried advance config and Softkey manager ..
Maybee some hidden key .. in the reg .. or a program running that will not let it change ?
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I made a little Cab file of the Softkey Changer App I found somewhere in an Extended Rom.
Since there are a lot of people who want to change the softkeys.
Enjoy
what does it do? Is it to change application in the main (today) softkeys?
or can it also change softkey in other applications such as Outlook Mobile?
Thanks in advance.
sharky48 said:
I made a little Cab file of the Softkey Changer App I found somewhere in an Extended Rom.
Since there are a lot of people who want to change the softkeys.
Enjoy
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I too am confused. Isn't there already an option to change whatever application we can launch using the soft key buttons by going to the system settings?
This application is not standard in every Rom.
If you don't have it in your Rom, you can add it now.
Yes you can assign every program to one of the softkeys.
sharky48 thanks for this fantastic thing. I use to have some other one, bu this is just perfect.
Thanks again
rilazi said:
sharky48 thanks for this fantastic thing. I use to have some other one, bu this is just perfect.
Thanks again
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I did not make it, I'm only supplying.
I did read about something like this in a very old post, but this is more up 2 date.
Enjoy
sharky48 said:
I did not make it, I'm only supplying.
I did read about something like this in a very old post, but this is more up 2 date.
Enjoy
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This one is much better:
- It allows to select any application whereever the application is.
- Allows to rename the Soft Key Display Name
- The applet can be put on any Tab (Personal, System or Connections) of Settings
Cheers,
.Fred
ps.: the only disavantage is that the size of the applet is 63k against the 18k of yours
dotfred said:
This one is much better:
- It allows to select any application whereever the application is.
- Allows to rename the Soft Key Display Name
- The applet can be put on any Tab (Personal, System or Connections) of Settings
Cheers,
.Fred
ps.: the only disavantage is that the size of the applet is 63k against the 18k of yours
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Thnx DotFred,
Yours has much options, that's what we like.
Sharky48
How to install the applet?
Hi guys,
I just downloaded the applet. I cant seem to use it. Can anyone tell me how to use it?
satanisme said:
Hi guys,
I just downloaded the applet. I cant seem to use it. Can anyone tell me how to use it?
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You need to unzip the file and copy the applet file to \windows folder then perform a soft reset.
cktlcmd said:
You need to unzip the file and copy the applet file to \windows folder then perform a soft reset.
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Thanks for the explaination. Appreciate it.
Does anyone know of a way to access call history using the softkeys, or even the hard keys?
On my old C500 i think there was an executable somewhere which opened call history, and it was possible to point a button at this, can't seem to find one on the hermes though.
cktlcmd said:
You need to unzip the file and copy the applet file to \windows folder then perform a soft reset.
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and than???
thanks
rubens1202 said:
and than???
thanks
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Open settings and you should see on one of the tabs, the "Soft Key" applet.
Cheers,
.Fred
New SMS & New MMS Soft key command
dotfred said:
Open settings and you should see on one of the tabs, the "Soft Key" applet.
Cheers,
.Fred
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Thanks! Does anyone has these files: tnsms.exe (for "New SMS" command) and tnmms.exe (for "New MMS" command) in folder: My Pocket PC\Windows\ ? Couldn't run softkeys for "New SMS" or "New MMS".
Thanks again!
so i got the app working but on WM6 even though i changed the soft key in the program on the today screen the right soft key still says menu
what should i try to change that?
also how do i edit the names so instead of it saying messaging for the left soft key it becomes Messaging with a capitol?
th3godf4th3r said:
so i got the app working but on WM6 even though i changed the soft key in the program on the today screen the right soft key still says menu
what should i try to change that?
also how do i edit the names so instead of it saying messaging for the left soft key it becomes Messaging with a capitol?
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There should be an option there to rename it. Just read it carefully. It should be at the top.
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wow thanks im stupid.
however still i cannot change the right soft key, even though i have a program selected in the program, on the today screen it still wont change from Menu
So I changed the right soft key to new sms and it didnt work, so I changed it back to Calendar but now it gives me an error:
HTCCalendar.exe
The file "HTCCalendar" cannot be opened. Either it is not signed with a trusted certificate or one of its components cannot be found. If the problem persists, try reinstalling or restoring this file.
This is using the former file (soft key changer.zip) not applet.
Even resetting doesnt help.
Hi guys,
having had various WM5 handsets, I was a little upset to not be able to adjust the soft keys located at the bottom of the today screen. This has been possible on previous units just not the Orbit. The icon is found on the settings/ personal screen under the icon soft keys. I have done a hard reset and the icon still has not appeared. Can anyone suggest a registry entry to enable this function as the pre set options are not required????
I have seen 5 Orbits and all seem to be without it is this different on the artemis or T-mobile Compact III's?
Just to add I was wondering if I would ber able to dopy the icon from my previous device and see if it would work in my XDA Orbit?
Its the softkey applet you are after - place this cpl in the \windows directory soft reset and it should appear. (soft reset not strictly necessary)
Users beware - it is not easily reversible after install - you can delete the cpl but the settings remain the same and you will need to do a registry edit to get back tp previous state.
JC#79:
The Artemis has no Softkey applet, too.
Thanks at meschle
Thanks for that is any issues I should be aware of with using this applet, as in any problems etc?
Also how would I go about removing it from the registy should I indeed choose to do so (problems permitting)?
JC#79 said:
Thanks for that is any issues I should be aware of with using this applet, as in any problems etc?
Also how would I go about removing it from the registy should I indeed choose to do so (problems permitting)?
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No issues in actually using it but after removal will have to restore orig reg keys
taken from wiki - good place to vist
Change the application launched by Today screen Soft Keys
To change the application launched by the Today screen Left soft key:
HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Today\Keys\112\Open = "\Windows\Calendar.exe" (REG_SZ string, including quotes)
To change the title of the Left soft key:
HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Today\Keys\112\(Default) = "Calendar" (REG_SZ string, no quotes)
To change the application launched by the Today screen Right soft key:
HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Today\Keys\113\Open = "\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Contacts.lnk" (REG_SZ string, including quotes)
To change the title of the Right soft key:
HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Today\Keys\113\(Default) = "Contacts" (REG_SZ string, no quotes)
Note that 113 normally doesn't exist by default, and probably needs to be created
Also note that there is at least 1 application that allows you to set these through a GUI, developed by FdcSoft called SoftKeyAppletEx.'
For some reason after removal of the applet the defaults dont return - so need editing
Thanks for that I'll give it a try later tonight after I backup the device just to be sure I can restore without any issues.
Also when you say wiki what do you mean have you a link?
Also will the applet allow me to use the softkey function as in previous handsets via softkey icon in personal tab of settings menu (am being blond has been along day)?
JC#79 said:
Thanks for that I'll give it a try later tonight after I backup the device just to be sure I can restore without any issues.
Also when you say wiki what do you mean have you a link?
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Lol - the link is at the top of the screen on the left and the first post of the forum!
works perfectly on my german hero running dopod p800w wwe - rom!
thanx
Works a charm and the phone is just as I want it for now!
Ok slight problem with this the applet works for certain items but not with the new MMS and new SMS can anyone offer any advice as the handset states I should attempt to reinstall application?
JC#79 said:
Ok slight problem with this the applet works for certain items but not with the new MMS and new SMS can anyone offer any advice as the handset states I should attempt to reinstall application?
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How have you tried to set it up? Which shortcut did you use?
I installed the file in the windows dir as advised.
I did a soft reset and attempted to use the New SMS & New MMS shortcuts.
When I try it comes up with the error message:
tnsms.exe
The file 'tnsms' cannot be opened. Either it is not signed with a trusted certificate, or one of its components cannot be found. You might need to reinstall or restore this file.
This also comes up for the file name 'tnmms' am not really sure what to do next, seems all other ones work that I have tried so far?
JC#79 said:
I installed the file in the windows dir as advised.
I did a soft reset and attempted to use the New SMS & New MMS shortcuts.
When I try it comes up with the error message:
tnsms.exe
The file 'tnsms' cannot be opened. Either it is not signed with a trusted certificate, or one of its components cannot be found. You might need to reinstall or restore this file.
This also comes up for the file name 'tnmms' am not really sure what to do next, seems all other ones work that I have tried so far?
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I dont seem to have those shortcuts - what device are you running?
If you can, attach copies of those lnk files in a zip.
I use wm5newmenu and it already has those shortcuts in its menu - i assigned the menu to left soft key.
I have the o2 XDA Orbit those shortcuts are a part of the messaging programme for starting new sms and mms. I will search the device and see if I can find the files and zip them up on here.
Correction I cannot find the files stated in the error message, so I am at a loss as to what to do next?
Bump
Anyone shed any light on this one? I can enable these shortcuts on my old MDA Compact yet with the applet on the Orbit it is having none of it.
Same here with my Orbit ... I wanted to use left soft key for new SMS, but it gives me an error: The file 'tnsms' cannot be opened. ...Any advice guys?
Cheers ..
meschle said:
No issues in actually using it but after removal will have to restore orig reg keys
taken from wiki - good place to vist
Change the application launched by Today screen Soft Keys
To change the application launched by the Today screen Left soft key:
HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Today\Keys\112\Open = "\Windows\Calendar.exe" (REG_SZ string, including quotes)
To change the title of the Left soft key:
HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Today\Keys\112\(Default) = "Calendar" (REG_SZ string, no quotes)
To change the application launched by the Today screen Right soft key:
HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Today\Keys\113\Open = "\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Contacts.lnk" (REG_SZ string, including quotes)
To change the title of the Right soft key:
HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Today\Keys\113\(Default) = "Contacts" (REG_SZ string, no quotes)
Note that 113 normally doesn't exist by default, and probably needs to be created
Also note that there is at least 1 application that allows you to set these through a GUI, developed by FdcSoft called SoftKeyAppletEx.'
For some reason after removal of the applet the defaults dont return - so need editing
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Meschle - thank you for the intro to registry editing - good for beginners like me !
I use this:
Just to say, Happy Christmas to all,
AND
The registry setting for the soft keys is a marvel. I reckon it is better than any applet (going from what I hear), I havent tried any applet, I went straight to the registry and I must say It is exactly as promised.
My Setup:
O2 XDA Orbit, Mobile 6, Default Theme
Program to access Registry:
SOTI Pocket Controller Pro v6.01 (this is well worth the money)
Hi.
I tried to uninstall ThumbCal and everything went fine, except that in the Touch HD main screen when i click on Calender i got this message " The file 'ThumbCal' cannot be opened. Either it is not signed with a trusted certificate, or one of its components cannot be found "
And when i open the calender from the start menu it run the original calender with no problem.
Anyone can help please ?
Probable cause: your shortcut assigned to the "calendar" key has not been changed back to its original value:
2 ways to change back manually:
- Use "HD Tweak", the TouchFlo HD area allows you to change to whatever you want.
- Or go straight into the registry and change HKLM/Software/HTC/Manila/HomeLSKPath
BTW, why did you remove ThumbCal???
StressLess said:
Hi.
I tried to uninstall ThumbCal and everything went fine, except that in the Touch HD main screen when i click on Calender i got this message " The file 'ThumbCal' cannot be opened. Either it is not signed with a trusted certificate, or one of its components cannot be found "
And when i open the calender from the start menu it run the original calender with no problem.
Anyone can help please ?
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you patched the Thumbcal with Ssmapa?
If yes, go and send the Ssmapa Restore of Manila
wetete, to what value should i change the HKLM/Software/HTC/Manila/HomeLSKPath ??
alesscam, i didn't use Ssmapa.
Appreciate your help
See what value? probably should not be given the value
alesscam, right now there's no value in that entry
Alternatively go here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=407777&highlight=Ssmapa
using Ssmapa, do as I told you ...
Restore and restore the manila
Stressless,
You should replace thumbcal.exe by poutlook.exe (probably with the windows directory path)
For parameters, use -calendar and other stuff if you need.
Have a look at http://social.msdn.microsoft.com/Fo.../thread/c85bbd15-6563-4e31-8d2a-d97428d26187/
For example, \Windows\poutlook.exe in the HomeLSKPath key and "calendar -new" in the HomeLSKArguments key should get you to open a new calendar item.
Am too busy to try. Let me know if it works.
Cheers
Why do you want to get rid of thumbcal?
I fixed it.
I reinstalled ThumbCal and uchecked the option of making ThumbCal the default calendar, and then uninsatlled it again and it worked.
And i found SBSH Calendar better than ThumbCal, that's why i got rid of it.
Thanks guys for your help.
Hi ,
Can any one tell me how i can change the short cut of the soft keys on the home screen . Now they are phone and camera. I would like to change it to programs and file explorer.
I am using the new tf3d
Thanks
Use HD Tweak 0.5.4
athena99 said:
Use HD Tweak 0.5.4
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thanks ... i forgot
But still the choice of programs is limited. Eg: "programs" can be assigned only to the right softkey.
is there a reg tweak or something to give more options?
Take a Regeditor of your choice go to \HKLM\Software\HTC\Manila\ Then you see HomeRSKpath HomeRSKtext HomeRSKArguments for the right Softkey, just enter the path of the exe file you want to execute as value in HomeRSKpath and a text of your choice in HomeRSKtext
Same for LSK for LeftSoftKey
Does anybody know what is the path and exe to get the dialer on left softkey?!
Try this one:
SoftKey Manager
I find this one the easiest to use. Just tick the HTC Diamond mode checkbox first and you can change the home softkeys to whatever you wish.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=2485292&postcount=16
how can i assign a new hot key for a new program in celetask? when i goto hot key, i am unable to add new program. only change hot key for existing list of programs
using kavana's rom
ok..got it..
goto tools --actions --> add tool
point to exe of program
enable add 'create shortcut'
voila !! Access any program from 2 buttons !!