is there a way to create custom shortcuts from say a SNES rom or a ps1 iso to have it on the homescreen and start within its appropriate emulator?
i am probably answering myself here by thinking it has to be built into the emulator, but did know if there was a way to do this.
was just thinking how nice it would be to have an icon on the screen an SNES game's boxart on my home screen and when tapped it started the game.
anyone know of a possibility with this... was also thinking of then having these shortcuts editted to show up in the play games lanucher... (that i know is just having the apk editted)
Some emulators do that, SNESoid as an example. I have Tetris Attack and Super Mario World sortcuts on my homescreen. But I saw no way of changing the icon.
Maybe something you could do with tasker and desktop visualizer.
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Any webOS user knows how you can simply use your finger to swipe up from the gesture area to pop open the app drawer. I think this would be a fantastic feature for any ICS phone in order to access the multitasking view.
I would gladly sacrifice 2-3 rows of pixels on the bottom of the screen in order to implement such a feature.
Of course this mod would render the actual button obsolete, I'm not sure what to replace it with.
Any devs wish to take on this project? I don't think it would be impossible to pull off.
NOVA Launcher has swipe gestures and will do what you are asking for.
WiredPirate said:
NOVA Launcher has swipe gestures and will do what you are asking for.
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Will it work from within any app? Not just the home screen? I'm not sure we are talking about the same thing.
Oh, no. Not from within any app. Like you said from the home screen.
However, you can use WaveLauncher to open the app drawer from within any app. I love WL, couldn't go without it.
EDIT: You could also try this.
GestureControl is pretty much what I wanted... very nice
Now what do I replace the multitask button with?
Good deal. I know with AOKP you can change and rearrange your soft keys, but I don't think there is an app that does this, although that is a good idea! There are also some mods for this in the theme section but I think you have to be de-odexed.
Wasn't the web os launcher ported to android in the market called wave launcher? I tried it before and it worked identical, from any app too.
I don't understand... LMT allows you to do any type of gesture to pretty much do anything, from ANY app...
Yeah here it is, even has the stretchy animation and all just as web os does.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mobilemerit.wavelauncher
As someone mentioned, LMT would work perfectly for you!
I take no credit for this, I'm just sharing and hoping a dev will see it and incorporate it in there next aroma installer Rom!
Smart Launcher is an innovative launcher characterized by a minimalist design, low memory usage and an user-friendly UI that let you start any application with a few taps.
It is currently the only launcher on the store to features automatic cataloging of installed apps!
I don't use any license check, it's useless I update this app weekly, spend 1,79€ is easier than download a pirate version every week.
Features:
- Main screen with Quick Start
- Drawer organized by categories
- Ready to use without special configurations.
- Support for Live Wallpaper and screens of different sizes.
- Support of set of icons for Launcher Pro and ADW Launcher
Bugs that I have noticed:
-When installing or downloading something the launcher tends to lag a bit
-When switching from upside down view to face up view it tends to lag a bit
-opening the play store can sometimes cause a lag
-whatever else you guys find!
Download:
Free: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ginlemon.flowerfree
Paid: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ginlemon.flowerpro
Screenshots:
Change log:
If any problem occurs after update, please uninstall then reinstall.
1.2.8.b
- update bugfix;
1.2.8 major release:
- drawer now has zero lag!
- slide to open drawer.
- RESIZABLE WIDGET! (only PRO version).
- hungarian language.
- new preferences screen.
- app sorting by usage.
- improved compatibility.
- improved lefthanded mode.
1.0.11 minor release
- navigationbar bug fixed;
- more animation
- lefthanded option in drawer
How to make this your default browser:
- open preferred root file explorer (solid explorer recommended)
-navigate to system>app>[insert default launcher here]
-move default launcher to wherever you like so you will always be able to get it back if you ever wanted to
-navigate to data>app> ginlemon.flowerfree-1.apk
-move to system>app
-fix permissions
-reboot
-enjoy!
If you like this launcher give the developer a rate on the play store and consider buying the full version!
If you have any issues, or questions feel free to ask here. Many people including me will try to help you the best we can. If you want to ask the developer himself or just thank him for this please go to either of these places for the best answers.
Facebook.com/smartlauncher
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This looks pretty neat. Adding to aroma.
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I've tried this launcher before. I'm gonna use it a few days and see if I miss nova or not!
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I take it back. I need my widgets! Cool idea for a launcher tho!
No....not paying for pro to use widgets.....that should be a basic function IMO.
I liked it tho!
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Purchased it and in love with the launcher only issue if I make go sms app shortcut on the main screen when I open it and try to close it doesn't go back to the home screen it keeps resetting it self going to the previous application I had opened it won't... Hope I make sense aside from that love it. Can't wait to see what's in store....
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That happens to me sometimes, I don't know the cause
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I'm full of great idea's, but don't have the time to create them or learn the coding to create them. If you want to make one of my ideas a reality just message me and I will give you my idea as specific as possible.
ideas:
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-launcher/lock screen
-line rider type game where you control the character
-2d fighting game like art of fighting for the SNES
-multiplayer fps where you create your own map with a creative mode (minecraft style)
-roller coaster tycoon style game
-many more!
Just message me which idea you want info on and I'll tell you!
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Purchased it and in love with the launcher only issue if I make go sms app shortcut on the main screen when I open it and try to close it doesn't go back to the home screen it keeps resetting it self going to the previous application I had opened it won't... Hope I make sense aside from that love it. Can't wait to see what's in store....
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This app is updated weekly! There is no need to let you know when it is updated.
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I'm full of great idea's, but don't have the time to create them or learn the coding to create them. If you want to make one of my ideas a reality just message me and I will give you my idea as specific as possible.
ideas:
-launcher/lock screen
-line rider type game where you control the character
-2d fighting game like art of fighting for the SNES
-multiplayer fps where you create your own map with a creative mode (minecraft style)
-roller coaster tycoon style game
-many more!
Just message me which idea you want info on and I'll tell you!
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I'm liking this launcher in combo with LMT launcher its pretty slick....love the minimalistic design of it
LMT found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1330150
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I'm liking this launcher in combo with LMT launcher its pretty slick....love the minimalistic design of it
LMT found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1330150
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Oh....the pie thing. Yeah...I tried it. Pretty neat! Didn't keep it tho. I could see it being an amazing tool for phones that don't have our soft keys tho! Much better than the jb soft keys taking up screen space!
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I would like to report a reccuring bug in the Smart Launcher. Basically, it resets every time the phone is turned off or placed in a ultra power saving mode (Samsung Galaxy s5). The restore function does not work (for multiple backups i saved), and has forced me to restore icons and gestures over and over again. Im in love with it otherwise, and I hope it can be solved
I'm going to give my son my Epic, he's a toddler and he's all about playing on my phone..well, of course I want to disable certain features, password lock settings and play store etc, is there any 'kids corner' like apps or setups that I could use?
I'm on CM10.1 with it right now, one thing he loves doing is dragging apps from the drawer and making folders with tons of the same app in them..lol so want to cut that out, maybe require rolling back to GB where folders were not able to be created..of course having the ability to stop him from dropping shortcuts on the home screen at all would be best..
Any ideas?
Re: Best setup for a kid on the Epic4G
I believe adw launcher has the option to lock the desktop
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Re: Best setup for a kid on the Epic4G
Nova and Apex can do it as well
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Here's my current issue, if I could get around this I've got the perfect setup..
I want to use a password locker app to lock settings, which I can do, but I cannot lock nova settings, the app does not show up in the list on app lock apps even though it's in the app drawer. Doesn't make sense honestly.
The only other hurdles are disabling the long press home key/recent apps, although if I lock everything but his games it won't matter..just need to lock nova settings and if possible wallpapers, system settings and manage apps both require pin from the menu touch key.
I removed the notification bar and all quick toggles and the dock, going to add all games to desktop and lock it and delete the app drawer icon as well as hide and/or lock all apps like play store etc. Then putting on the otter box and putting some tape around it so he can't open the keyboard. I think he will enjoy having his own phone to play with, he loves the puzzle apps
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Here's my current issue, if I could get around this I've got the perfect setup..
I want to use a password locker app to lock settings, which I can do, but I cannot lock nova settings, the app does not show up in the list on app lock apps even though it's in the app drawer. Doesn't make sense honestly.
The only other hurdles are disabling the long press home key/recent apps, although if I lock everything but his games it won't matter..just need to lock nova settings and if possible wallpapers, system settings and manage apps both require pin from the menu touch key.
I removed the notification bar and all quick toggles and the dock, going to add all games to desktop and lock it and delete the app drawer icon as well as hide and/or lock all apps like play store etc. Then putting on the otter box and putting some tape around it so he can't open the keyboard. I think he will enjoy having his own phone to play with, he loves the puzzle apps
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Nova Settings is not an independent app, so...
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Hmmmm...no way to lock or hide it...or disable the hardware keys (or at least the menu key)?
I just don't want him fiddling with the settings
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Hmmmm...no way to lock or hide it...or disable the hardware keys (or at least the menu key)?
I just don't want him fiddling with the settings
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A more unpleasant news: even you disable hardware menu key somehow, Nova Settings is still accessible via the app list - 3-dot button on the top right corner
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A more unpleasant news: even you disable hardware menu key somehow, Nova Settings is still accessible via the app list - 3-dot button on the top right corner
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No, there's no app list button there I can delete the only shortcut to the app drawer. Not sure which version you are running or if you are thinking of ADW or Apex, one of which I do recall has the app list persistent on the homescreen as such. Novaprime does not have that..you can add one, but if I can lock the settings with a pin and lock desktop it will be quite locked down. Amy ROMS that have Navbar added in and disable the hardware keys?
Aha found a way to disable the Hardware keys....
"delete the text in /system/usr/keylayout/sec_touchkey.kl and then save changes in a root explorer app."
Now to figure out how to build a flashable file to replace said file with original file so touchkeys can be re-enabled so I can further modify the device...figure I could get it where I needed it and push a blank file via ADB or use a flashable zip like villianROM theming flash files to disable/enable them from recovery.
I could make a step-by-step once I figure this out, I'm sure there are lots of homeless (deactivated) Epics that would love to be cuddled by some toddlers lol
Well I gave my Epic to my son several months ago and it is still running strong the only thing he's managed to change is the wallpaper (I'm not sure how, but he did it from within the game 'Where's My Water' somehow, that is currently the background).
So step by step what I did was- Downloaded a favorite app blocker tool that requires a PIN to launch apps (the Audio Manager secret app is a great one IMO) and removes them from the app drawer (so far he's not been able to access it once anyway). I have another app locker that prompts with a fake 'Force Close' screen, you have to long-press OK to access the PIN entry dialogue, just another layer of security.
Put Google Play and any other app possibly triggered by a game/link into the 'Locked' section of your app locker.
Install Nova (I have the Prime version, it will likely be required) and in Settings, hide dock with a swipe gesture (I use two fingers rotated counter-clockwise), put 5 pages on the dock.
Place links to the app drawer and the Nova Action Hide/Show Notification Bar on the far right page of the dock (or far left will work as well), to hide the dock, slide over to the far-left page and use your swipe gesture. That way the dock can only reveal the app drawer and Hide/Show Notifications if you use your swipe gesture and then scroll 4 times to the right- something my son is almost certain not to accidentally do.
Next, navigate to the aforementioned folder (/system/usr/keylayout/ or similar) and delete both the menu touchkey line and the search touchkey line in the layout file. This will disable the actions, but will still respond to touch and blink/vibrate.
Remove any quicksettings accessible via notification menu- some apps are still programmed to be in regular view mode instead of fullscreen and a toddler will occasionally be able to access the notification menu- like Netflix, for example. Remove any actions and block any apps that can be triggered from the notification menu.
Finally, set up your desktop with all games and links your child would use and lock it from within Nova settings and lock desktop. You will still be able to access your dock, but you will not be able to add/delete apps or move them around on the desktop without long-pressing the lock icon, which doesn't resemble a button so my son hasn't figured that out yet either. (I'm screwed when he learns how to read, and he already knows his letters so it's only a matter of time now!)
I also used a piece of 3M double-stick adhesive strip (1/8" thick foam) and cut it so it covers both menu/search buttons and leaves home/back exposed- I didn't want him to get frustrated trying to tap the buttons and nothing happens since they still react to touch- I could have hidden the buttons, disabled them, enabled a navbar and only added those two buttons (home/back) but that would take up valuable screen real-estate for his movies and games. Then I finished by installing an OtterBox cover and taping the sides so that the phone will not slide open any longer.
He has access to one main screen and anything the phone can do, at least that he knows it can do, is located on that main screen, and he can't customize anything but the background image, apparently, lol.
It's pretty much like an iPhone now.
i am using a custom locker called widget locker.....everything is fine, i love it but when i play games and i am watching ingame video(story) without touching the screen once......it automatically locks up, this is very irritating i can't enjoy games video without touching it becoz it automatically locks up...........any idea under which setting menu i have to pay little attention:silly::silly:
Is there any way to tweak the phone so that the home screen can be displayed in landscape like a tablet? This would be useful for when using at my desk, especially with the USB cable connected.
Edit: I have found play store apps to do this, but they don't work well with Zen launcher's dock and app tray.
OK, have got this sorted by myself - just needed to use Nova launcher together with an app that forces landscape.
Apologies for talking to myself, but this is what I ended up with, just in case anyone else fancies doing similar. The app is called "Set Orientation".
kanagawaben said:
OK, have got this sorted by myself - just needed to use Nova launcher together with an app that forces landscape.
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May i ask what app did you use to force landscape? Ty
"Set Orientation" - it's small, simple and free.
I am a very stupid Android noob. The Nova launcher allows you to force landscape (screen orientation is under "look & feel" in the Nova settings menu. No need for an app.