Is there any simple and safe way to delete ADW launcher (which comes with CM7) and install LauncherPro after that?
krelac said:
Is there any simple and safe way to delete ADW launcher (which comes with CM7) and install LauncherPro after that?
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That's what I'm doing now exactly. Anyhow I wont recommend u to do that. Instead install launcher pro and make it default.
Anyhow I will tell the process . Do it at ur own risk. First u should install launcher pro or any other launcher. Doing this first is a must. Then u can use titanium backup to remove system apps like adw launcher of cm7. But don't mess up with other system apps if u r not aware of what u r doing. Doing anything stupid will make u to loose data and install a new rom.
Edit : Suppose if u format the phone after removing adw launcher, it ends up with no user interface. Only way then is reinstalling the rom again.
Sent from my HTC Wildfire using XDA App
Install LP, Make it default, then flash this in recovery (2.x only, May not work in 3.x AFAIK)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=525583&d=1298494859
@3xeno, you were right, that .zip can't be flashed using cw recovery v3+, thx anyway.
@bharatgaddameedi, i did it using titanium backup. thx
You might want to keep 2.x Recovery handy for many situations such as these, then flashing radio, Sense based ROMs etc. This can be obtained by installing Clockworkmod From within ROM Manager App. Then, Rebooting into Recovery, again from within the ROM Manager app.
This way, you will have both, 2.x and 3.x
If you can't flash the zip file because your recovery is too new, you can always log on to your terminal and do the following:
Just make sure Launcher pro is set as default launcher before doing this:
su
mount -o rw,remount /system
rm -f /system/app/ADWLauncher.apk
pm uninstall com.android.launcher
After doing this the terminal should read Success
Why not just extract the rom, switch the launchers in system/app then repackage and flash?
Speaking of switching apps, once the rom has been extracted and repackaged, does it need to be re-signed etc?
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I'm using ADW launcher ex and it's fast, smooth and has got a lot of customize.... The best one seen on cm7.
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I want to update to the new ADW but I am not sure how. I know before I could just go to the market but now that it comes standared in CM6 I am not sure what to do. Do I download it from a link here and then just install it and it will replace the old one. Or do I have to delet the old one and then installl it?
Also I have only been on the RC1-2 roms no nightlys. I dont really want to setup my settings and what not all over again this is another reason why I pretty much just stick to the RC's. Personally id still like to stay off the nightlys but just update ADW on RC2 so I dont have to mess with my settings and everything, so what is the best method to update?
Thanks
You don't necessarily have to wipe/lose settings when flashing nightlies. As for ADW, you just have to remount the system partition (adb remount), delete the old APK, and copy over the new one.
drmacinyasha said:
You don't necessarily have to wipe/lose settings when flashing nightlies. As for ADW, you just have to remount the system partition (adb remount), delete the old APK, and copy over the new one.
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is there a link for the new one to be downloaded or should I just download from teh market? I cant seem to find the ADW Launcher thread that I use to have saved.
I thought RC2 included the new adw. here is the www http://jbthemes.com/anderweb/. i am on teh 8.21 nightly and i have the new adw.
to 'upgrade' to the nightly, simply wipe cache and dalvick cache and then flash the nightly. you will not loose your settings.
the new adw includes a new menu item...press Menu do you see a new icon in the shape of a pencil it says "edit"? if yes, you have the new adw version.
d rather use the stock froyo launcher..is that possable?
Install launcher of your choice..Delete ADW from system folder..
Done deal.
Here is how I did it.
There is a launcher2.apk given in another thread on this forum not sure where though but download that and place it on the SDCard.
1. Download launcher pro
2. Use Titanium Backup to uninstall ADW Launcher
3. Use APK of Launcher2 to install stock launcher.
You have to uninstall ADW first otherwise Stock Launcher refuses to install.
Hope that helps.
where can i find the laucher apk i really want the stock froyo launcher
nvm i used search and found it sorry
matdev said:
Here is how I did it.
There is a launcher2.apk given in another thread on this forum not sure where though but download that and place it on the SDCard.
1. Download launcher pro
2. Use Titanium Backup to uninstall ADW Launcher
3. Use APK of Launcher2 to install stock launcher.
You have to uninstall ADW first otherwise Stock Launcher refuses to install.
Hope that helps.
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Yep thats what I did too and I love it!!
Hello,
I would like to know if there is a way to remove all HTC Stuff in the ZIP and replace it with another launcher like LauncherPro before the flash in recovery ?
Does Android detects it directly ? or do I have to modify some file ?
Thank you.
Best regards
you can try a ROM without "HTC Stuff", replace the launcher and than erase it (root explorer)! the launcher is not so big like 5 MB and i think it is possible!
You can't remove the Sense launcher without then removing all the Sense widgets/apps, etc...just add the new launcher to the ZIP before flashing and then flash the ROM
Yes I plan do remove all Sense widget/apps and HTC launcher (Rosie.apk)
Put LauncherPro.apk and then flash the ZIP.
Android will boot well without HTC launcher ? it will automaticaly detect LauncherPro ?
Thank you
It will, but it'll likely crash. Better to get an AOSP ROM and add Launcher Pro to that
When i was running Leedroid I removed the rosie.apk and put launcherpro in to the sysyem folder before flashing without any problems. Also there is no need to remove the widgets but if you want more space on the system partition you might as well since you can't use them anyway.
Edit: Well if you plan on removing all Sense apps as well Eddy is right, just go for AOSP. But you can just replace the Sense launcher and keep all the Sense apps.
Well I would like to keep some HTC stuff that don't need Sense launcher.
Like Camera, Album, Contact, Dialer...
I succeed to install a ROM like Starburst, and then after first launch with HTC Sense, set LP Pro as default. Then I uninstalled all HTC Sence stuffs with rm apk + pm uninstall package (I'm S-OFF so i can do it).
After doing that i had a system partition that could fit in a 180M size.
So I did a nandroid backup, putted Sense Data++ hboot, nandroid restore.
It works well, now I have a fully working HTC ROM that fits on a 180M system size partition.
But if I wipe factory reset, I stuck in boot loop.
It is why i'm asking if there is something to modify to make a ROM without HTC Launcher but Sense based...
Do you understand what I mean ?
Thank you
No I don't really understand it. But the way you do it now is the crappy way and your bootloop is either caused by data2sd and the factory reset or because you don't have a launcher any more after a factory reset.
If you want a sense rom without the sense launcher, download your rom, edit the zip (remove rosie.apk from /system/app and put launcherpro in /system/app), if you want the data++ hboot you need to make sure that your uncompressed zip is smaller than the system partition (even tough I don't see the point in custom hboot when you use data2sd) and then flash it, this should hold up even after a factory reset because the launcher is now on the system partition and not the data.
I don't use data2sd, I didn't flash it (It should be done after first boot of Starburst but I didn't), so I still have the default data partition on HTC.
I moved Launcher Pro apk in /system/app so there is a launcher after factory reset.
The /system is smaller than 180 uncompressed.
I wan't to have a deodexed ROM.
I would like to avoid data2sd or a2sd+ too.
Thank you
Sense apps need Sense to work - without it half the ROM will fall over
If you want the HTC apps then you'll need to keep Sense and just add the new Launcher to the ZIP
Currently it works well without HTC Sense launcher (+ all widget removed).
LP Pro is in system/app
Camera, dialer, album, contacts, etc still work too.
I just can't factory reset.
I wanted to know a way to do a fresh start without Sense launcher if needed.
Maybe there is no way to do so.
Thank you
True, but Sense is not confined to the rosie.apk. Rosie is part of sense, namely the launcher. Like i said, when I was still using Leedroid i removed the rosie.apk before flashing and replaced it with launcherpro. I did not get any FC.
I will try to start from beginning with a deodexed default sense ROM.
I will remove all HTC stuff + facebook, footprint & co... put LPPro in system/app ZIP
And flash it...
I will tell you the result.
Thank you
So...
Some news :
I'm using the HTC Android Kitchen to make my own ROM. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=633246
I start from the file RUU_Bravo_Froyo_HTC_WWE_2.29.405.5_Radio_32.49.00.32U_5.11.05.27_release_159811_signed.exe
I copied from temp folder the rom.zip contained in it.
I revert my hboot to sense stock partition.
With the kitchen, I succeed to install root, busybox.
It works, the Desire boot well.
When I try to deodex the ROM (deodex, APK signing, ZipAligning), after the flash is complete, I have a bootloop on HTC Logo...
any idea ?
Thank you.
Hello,Guys I'm new in this community And Today i have rooted my wildfire And to ensure whether my fone is fully rooted or not.
I installed App Called "ROM MANAGER" And it worked...
So,Now it means my fone is fully rooted right..??(Correct me if i'm wrong )
So,Now all i want to know the easiest and safest Way To Install CM7(stable) if possible then please provide the link thnxx in advance
Help me
Yes its rooted, but, to install Custom ROMs, you will need to install a Custom Recovery (ie Clockworkmod).
There are 2 ways to go about it:
1) Fastboot - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=14693680
2) PC49IMG - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1130044
I have only used the Fastboot method so far, so if you need further assistance, just ask.
BTW, Both the above methods need S-OFF using AlphaRev X. If you are not having S-OFF, then simply use Unrevoked to install the Clockworkmod Recovery.
Once Clockworkmod Recovery install is complete, follow this post to install Custom ROMs like Cyanogenmod 7:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=8926457&postcount=4
Dome
@xeno
Heyy thanx for replying "3xeno"
Just few minutes ago i installed titanium backup when this app starts
it's showing Root access : FAILED
And a msg popped up : "Sorry,i could not acquire root privileges - This Application will "not" work ! Please verify that your ROM is rooted and includes BusyBox,and try again
Please Help me what the hell is happening ??
Got Superuser App in your App Drawer? Also, what exactly did you do to root your device? Did you use AlphaRev X or use Unrevoked?
Yup I got superuser automatically in app drawer and i used alpharev X
Weird, Then try installing Busybox from within Titanium Backup. (Press Menu Key, then Press "Problems", It''ll download Busybox).
Also, can you explain what all procedures you followed after getting S-OFF using AlphaRev X?
and bro one thing more
One minute ago i installed SHootme app and this app also asked me for superuser priveleges I allowed it and it worked...shootme app is working i don't know y titanium app is sayin like that ??
And yaa The method u posted in ur 1st post i hve already done that...i hve installed it via PC49IMG
Okay, well since you've got recovery you are now able to install custom ROM's.
Download the one you want (Cyanogenmod gives good performance),
put on your sdcard,
boot recovery (turn off, hold volume down and press power, use volume down to navigate to recovery, press power).
Backup stock ROM from backup & restore.
Wipe dalvic cache in advanced menu, wipe boot, data, system, cache in mounts and storage.
Then install zip from sdcard. Voila.
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Okay, well since you've got recovery you are now able to install custom ROM's.
Download the one you want (Cyanogenmod gives good performance),
put on your sdcard,
boot recovery (turn off, hold volume down and press power, use volume down to navigate to recovery, press power).
Backup stock ROM from backup & restore.
Wipe dalvic cache in advanced menu, wipe boot, data, system, cache in mounts and storage.
Then install zip from sdcard. Voila.
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Okey Thnx bortak but y that titanium app is not able to get priveleges from superuser
and how come other rooted app like shootme is working this app also asked for priveleges from superuser and i allowed and it worked..??
And Is there any risk in installing CM7 ??
hsaluja said:
Okey Thnx bortak but y that titanium app is not able to get priveleges from superuser
and how come other rooted app like shootme is working this app also asked for priveleges from superuser and i allowed and it worked..??
And Is there any risk in installing CM7 ??
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Titanium backup not giving you root previlages whereas other app gave. There is a possibility that you accidentally denied the "root permission" of titanium backup when you opened it for 1st time. As it will be in a remembered state it might be the issue. Open "superuser" from app drawer and check the root permission status of titanium backup. Another suggestion is to update the Su binary from superuser app. Then download busybox installer from market and install busybox from that. Then open titanium backup.
There is absolutely no risk in installing cm7. But do make nandroid backup of your current rom so that you can revert back anytime if you don't like it.
Sent from my HTC Wildfire using XDA App
hey guys
hey guys finally i installed CM7 successfully without any problem
m just facing one problem
I took a picture and opened that picture in gallery but the
"Pinch To Zoom Function is not working ??
Guys i think SENSE Is not working is there any way of Fixing Sense IN CM7
thnx in advnce..!!
CM7 is an AOSP ROM, so obviously there will not be Sense in that, which is the proprietary of HTC. Refer this thread for lists on ROMs:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1029318 (Point 2, 1st Post)
3xeno said:
CM7 is an AOSP ROM, so obviously there will not be Sense in that, which is the proprietary of HTC. Refer this thread for lists on ROMs:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1029318 (Point 2, 1st Post)
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"3xeno" Sir I hve same CM7 MOD #141 as yours
so is there any stable MOD of CM7 ? in which everything is working including SENSE
and If i want to install any other mod
i hve to just put that mod in SD card and install From Recovery ??
hsaluja said:
"3xeno" Sir I hve same CM7 MOD #141 as yours
so is there any stable MOD of CM7 ? in which everything is working including SENSE
and If i want to install any other mod
i hve to just put that mod in SD card and install From Recovery ??
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You are not getting me. CM7 is an AOSP ROM. AOSP stands for the Android Open Source Project, and is intended to be the base where Google releases their Android Source Code (Android is an open source OS after all).
CM7 is based on that. Obviously, Sense is an HTC Product, and hence is not a part of AOSP. If you want Sense, you will have to get a Sense ROM. Sense will NOT work on ANY AOSP ROM. I hope this is clear to you.
Again, refer the ROM list I gave you the link to in the previous post, I have segregated it based on whether a ROM is based on Sense or based on AOSP.
If you want Sense, you cannot use CM7.
For your 2nd query, yes, installing process is as you have described. However, make sure you perform a "Wipe Data / Factory Reset" in Clockworkmod before installing a new ROM to prevent issues.
Ok Sir I got You Thanx For Ur Help
I appreciate it...!!
And can u tell me how to install Android Market Cuz In app drawer i can't find market ?
hsaluja said:
Ok Sir I got You Thanx For Ur Help
I appreciate it...!!
And can u tell me how to install Android Market Cuz In app drawer i can't find market ?
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If you are on CM7, you will need to flash an additional GApps Package (Google Apps), which will give you Android Market. You can download it here:
http://goo-inside.me/gapps/
Look for
gapps-gb-20110613.zip or
gapps-gb-20110307.zip
Flashing procedure remains the same. Place file on your SDCard, Reboot into Clockworkmod Recovery, Select Install Zip from SDCard and choose the above zip.
Big ThnXxx to XDA Dev's and 3xeno And everyone who helped me...
hsaluja said:
m just facing one problem
I took a picture and opened that picture in gallery but the
"Pinch To Zoom Function is not working ??
Guys i think SENSE Is not working is there any way of Fixing Sense IN CM7
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Sense apps won't work on aosp roms as already stated.
But there is a way to make gallery pinch to zoom ( and slide for next picture ) working on cm7. Refer this link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=885888
Sent from my HTC Wildfire using XDA App
bharatgaddameedi said:
Sense apps won't work on aosp roms as already stated.
But there is a way to make gallery pinch to zoom ( and slide for next picture ) working on cm7. Refer this link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=885888
Sent from my HTC Wildfire using XDA App
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thnx and can u tell me one thing
at what Mhz Should i put my fone on..
i mean i want to make my wildfire more faster..?? i hope u got me
Hey guys! I have finally rooted my device with DooMLoRD's Easy Rooting Toolkit (zergRush Exploit) and bootloader's unlocked too.
Now please tell me what are the must have have apps or tweaks to install to increase Xperia Play's performance ? What is the next thing to do after rooting ?
My firmware is still stock 3.0.A.2.181
And, I have also heard about Chainfire3D driver.. does it work with Xperia Play or increase gaming graphics quality by any chance ?
any suggestions from your personal experience ?
Thanks. =)
1. Titanium Backup
2. Rom Manager (and flash ClockWorkMod within it)
3. SuperCharger ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=991276 )
4. Absolute System Root tools (good for changing system font, boot animations, adblocker etc...)
These I recommend to install after root.
dannejanne said:
1. Titanium Backup
2. Rom Manager (and flash ClockWorkMod within it)
3. SuperCharger ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=991276 )
4. Absolute System Root tools (good for changing system font, boot animations, adblocker etc...)
These I recommend to install after root.
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QFT. I also recommend moving the Davik cache to cache to free up app space and using Link2SD to move apps to your SD card if you have a lot of apps. I doubt you're running the stock launcher but if you are I suggest getting launcher pro or Go Launcher. I think Launcher Pro is a little faster (IMO) and smooth but Go Launcher is crazy customizable if that's your thing.
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You should also look into flashing Doom's Kernel, it contains great optimizations and the ability to overclock.
dannejanne said:
1. Titanium Backup
2. Rom Manager (and flash ClockWorkMod within it)
3. SuperCharger ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=991276 )
4. Absolute System Root tools (good for changing system font, boot animations, adblocker etc...)
These I recommend to install after root.
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You cannot use rom manager to flash CWM.
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AndroHero said:
You cannot use rom manager to flash CWM.
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Hmm. So you can only update CMW through Rom Manager? Was some time ago so my memory fails me. I have not unlocked my bootloader yet.
You only boot recovery now you cannot flash it or you will end up with a brick.
Clienterror said:
QFT. I also recommend moving the Davik cache to cache to free up app space and using Link2SD to move apps to your SD card if you have a lot of apps. I doubt you're running the stock launcher but if you are I suggest getting launcher pro or Go Launcher. I think Launcher Pro is a little faster (IMO) and smooth but Go Launcher is crazy customizable if that's your thing.
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You should also look into flashing Doom's Kernel, it contains great optimizations and the ability to overclock.
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Can you or anyone else please tell me how to flash Doom's Kernel ?
What are the things to do before flashing Doom's Kernel ? How do I update my firmware first ?
sorry for so many questions but this is my first android device and i want to take all the secure steps so I don't brick my device.. thanks..
Clienterror said:
QFT. I also recommend moving the Davik cache to cache to free up app space and using Link2SD to move apps to your SD card if you have a lot of apps. I doubt you're running the stock launcher but if you are I suggest getting launcher pro or Go Launcher. I think Launcher Pro is a little faster (IMO) and smooth but Go Launcher is crazy customizable if that's your thing.
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You should also look into flashing Doom's Kernel, it contains great optimizations and the ability to overclock.
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Thanks to this!
DooMlords latest sd-ext mounting feature in CWM greatly helps Link2sd mount the partition on boot. Worked like a charm
Every reboot, Link2sd never fails to detect or didnt need to re-mount the ext2 script..
and oh, ext2 for me is better than the ext3 file format for the partition. Just sayin'