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[Help!!! ] Need help compiling apks...

I have tried multiple guides and apktools with no luck....Please someone point me in the correct direction--->…I have been able to decompile, but no luck on recompile...

What errors are you getting? What OS do you have? Is this on a TW Stock based ROM or AOSP? Which apktool.jar/aapt.exe are you using?
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Sry...windows 7....tw....systemUI.....upon recompile doesn't create new apk in apktool folder....caused by Java.io.File not found exception:....using the apktool found hereandroidforums.com/esteem-all-things...properly-decompile-recompile-aps-apktool.html

Use this apktool and aapt.exe
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1755243
Make sure you rename that jar to apktool.jar and place both the jar and exe in your apktool folder
Next, go to C:\User\Owner\apktool\framework and delete whatever resource apk's are in there
Next, get the framework-res.apk and twframework-res.apk from whatever ROM your working on and place them in your apktool folder
CD that apktool folder, after you cd type
apktool if framework-res.apk
apktool if twframework-res.apk
Decompile your SystemUI.apk again, make edits, recompile
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Yes!!!!! :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

Please help me in this problem

Pleas Help..
When I work Combile and Decombile APKTOOL for File framwork-res.apk
Of Version Jelly Bean 4.1.2 XXLSJ All OK
But When Add My Rom BootLoop

Are you signing the apk after you recompile it??
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AuSSiELaMbChOpS said:
Are you signing the apk after you recompile it??
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no signing apk
whats this broplem

help
heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeelp

amro habib said:
help
heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeelp
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The problem is with the signing. (The framework-res.apk has to be signed with the platform key)
Try to sign the apk (use apkmultitool), but I think it won't work, because you wont have the platform key.
I suggest you to do the following:
If you use apktool or apk-multi-tool apkmultitool.com:
1) if you want to change drawables, just push the new png-s into the original framework-res.apk (open the original framework-res.apk with 7zip, and drag and drop the new png in the corresponding drawable folder).
2) if you want to change xml-s, decompile framework-res.apk, change xml-s, recompile framework-res.apk, then extract the "resources.arsc" from the new apk, and push it to the original framework-res.apk (again with 7zip or any compatible file manager)
3) if you change some smali code, then you need to the same as in step 2, but with the classes.dex file.
Basically you should use the original framework-res.apk as a starting point, and (without extracting it) push all your mods into it!
OR try the UOT kitchen: http://uot.dakra.lt/
Cheers!

Gyebro said:
The problem is with the signing. (The framework-res.apk has to be signed with the platform key)
Try to sign the apk (use apkmultitool), but I think it won't work, because you wont have the platform key.
I suggest you to do the following:
If you use apktool or apk-multi-tool apkmultitool.com:
1) if you want to change drawables, just push the new png-s into the original framework-res.apk (open the original framework-res.apk with 7zip, and drag and drop the new png in the corresponding drawable folder).
2) if you want to change xml-s, decompile framework-res.apk, change xml-s, recompile framework-res.apk, then extract the "resources.arsc" from the new apk, and push it to the original framework-res.apk (again with 7zip or any compatible file manager)
3) if you change some smali code, then you need to the same as in step 2, but with the classes.dex file.
Basically you should use the original framework-res.apk as a starting point, and (without extracting it) push all your mods into it!
OR try the UOT kitchen: http://uot.dakra.lt/
Cheers!
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all this work bootloop..

[Q]How to decompile framework.apk?

When I recompile framework-res.apk,the apktool notice "aapt:...".And the framework-res.apk still be builded.But I replace the resources.arsc and put it in the phone,reboot and always in bootanimation.I used apktool 1.4.10,1.5.0,1.5.1... and so on.I can not solve this problem,I need help.
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kin912 said:
When I recompile framework-res.apk,the apktool notice "aapt:...".And the framework-res.apk still be builded.But I replace the resources.arsc and put it in the phone,reboot and always in bootanimation.I used apktool 1.4.10,1.5.0,1.5.1... and so on.I can not solve this problem,I need help.
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I am not clear from what you did. But you need to do it this way.
apktool if ion SemcGenericUxRes.apk
apktool d -t ion framework-res.apk out
make changes to decompiled source
apktool b out new.framework-res.apk
Now open both framework-res.apk and new.framework-res.apk side by side using an archiver. Do not use windows open.
Now you will notice one thing that the new framework does not contain META-INF folder.
Delete the resources.arsc file from the original framework-res. Drag the resources.arsc from the new framework-res and dump it on to the original framework-res. Close both the files.
Now you are ready to use the updated original framework-res.apk

ganeshbiyer said:
I am not clear from what you did. But you need to do it this way.
apktool if ion SemcGenericUxRes.apk
apktool d -t ion framework-res.apk out
make changes to decompiled source
apktool b out new.framework-res.apk
Now open both framework-res.apk and new.framework-res.apk side by side using an archiver. Do not use windows open.
Now you will notice one thing that the new framework does not contain META-INF folder.
Delete the resources.arsc file from the original framework-res. Drag the resources.arsc from the new framework-res and dump it on to the original framework-res. Close both the files.
Now you are ready to use the updated original framework-res.apk
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No need to install framework-res.apk only just SemcGenericUxpRes.apk?

ganeshbiyer said:
I am not clear from what you did. But you need to do it this way.
apktool if ion SemcGenericUxRes.apk
apktool d -t ion framework-res.apk out
make changes to decompiled source
apktool b out new.framework-res.apk
Now open both framework-res.apk and new.framework-res.apk side by side using an archiver. Do not use windows open.
Now you will notice one thing that the new framework does not contain META-INF folder.
Delete the resources.arsc file from the original framework-res. Drag the resources.arsc from the new framework-res and dump it on to the original framework-res. Close both the files.
Now you are ready to use the updated original framework-res.apk
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I try to decompile this mod and it's sucessful.--->http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2047999
Once I do the original framework-res I fail to make it use.

kin912 said:
I try to decompile this mod and it's sucessful.--->http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2047999
Once I do the original framework-res I fail to make it use.
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How are you trying to use it. Tell me the steps.

ganeshbiyer said:
How are you trying to use it. Tell me the steps.
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1.Install framework about framework-res.apk and SemcGenericUxpRes.apk.
2.Decompile framework-res.apk and make change of the source.
3.Recompile framework-res.apk and build the new framework-res.apk.
4.Take the resources.arsc and the raw which I changed from the new framework-res.apk to the original framework-res.apk.
5.Replace the final framework-res.apk in my phone with 644 permission.
I reboot and loop in the bootanimation.

kin912 said:
1.Install framework about framework-res.apk and SemcGenericUxpRes.apk.
2.Decompile framework-res.apk and make change of the source.
3.Recompile framework-res.apk and build the new framework-res.apk.
4.Take the resources.arsc and the raw which I changed from the new framework-res.apk to the original framework-res.apk.
5.Replace the final framework-res.apk in my phone with 644 permission.
I reboot and loop in the bootanimation.
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What are the sizes of the frameworks-res.apk's

ganeshbiyer said:
What are the sizes of the frameworks-res.apk's
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Original:21MB
Decompile:14.9MB
If I do nothing change only recompile the frameworks-res.apk,it still has the bug.

kin912 said:
Original:21MB
Decompile:14.9MB
If I do nothing change only recompile the frameworks-res.apk,it still has the bug.
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If you have followed pepitos tutorial from themes section then it should be ok.
There is nothing else to do.
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ganeshbiyer said:
If you have followed pepitos tutorial from themes section then it should be ok.
There is nothing else to do.
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I make sure the steps are ok because I can decompile the framework.apk of miui.Anyway,thanks a lot!

[Share Latest Apktool 4.2.2/Guide/Tutorial/] How to Decompile/Compile/Sign Apk/Jar

How to Decompile, Recompile & Sign apk
This Guide/Tutorial for Windows user
Requirement :
1. Android SDK, you can download from here (this including Java)
2. Download Latest Apktool 4.2.2 (Including Sign & baksmali) from here (this Support All apk from GB/ICS/JB 4.1.2/4.2.2)
3. Notepad++ for your tool editing xml/smali you can download from here
If you already download/Installed Android sdk/java & Notepadd++ you just download Latest Apktool 4.2.2
Download Latest Apktool, extract to :
Windows XP : C:\Document and setting\folder your computer name
Windows 7 : C:\user\folder your computer name
copy your apk & framework-res.apk/SemcGenericUxpRes.apk/framework 2 to same folder with apktool
Now you can start Editing apk
Example Editing Walkman
Open Command Prompt (CMD)
to decompile :
Code:
apktool if framework-res.apk
apktool d semcmusic.apk ( can be whatever name you give to your apk )
Some Original system apps need installed framework 2 like on stock ROM (SemcGenericUxpRes.apk)
Example
Code:
apktool if framework-res.apk
apktool if semcgenericuxpres.apk
apktool d semcmusic.apk ( can be whatever name you give to your apk )
You can start editing as you want
to recompile :
Code:
apktool b -f -d semcmusic.apk ( can be whatever name you give to your apk )
If done, you can exit CMD
open original SemcMusic.apk using Winrar or 7zip go to folder semcmusic>dist, open semcmusic.apk using Winrar or 7zip
Drag & drop folder META-INF & Lib in original apk to Modified apk, set compression to store and click ok
to sign :
Move apk modified from folder semcmusic>dist to same folder with apktool
Open Command Prompt (CMD)
Example
Code:
java -jar SignApk.jar testkey.x509.pem testkey.pk8 semcmusic.apk semcmusic_signed.apk ( can be whatever name you give to your apk )
NOTE : Sign apk only for apps 3rd Party but you can use for system>app but not all apps
to zipalign :
Open Command Prompt (CMD)
Example
Code:
zipalign -fv 4 semcmusic_signed.apk semcmusic_signed_zipaligned.apk

How to Decompile/Recompile Jar/Editing classes.dex
Copy Jar file to same folder Apktool
Example
framework.jar
to decompile :
Open framework.jar using Winrar or 7zip and extract classes.dex
Drag & drop classes.dex to Quick-Baksmali (CMD)
if done, you can find folder classes-out
now you can start editing smali file using Notepad++
to recompile :
Drag & drop folder classes-out to Quick-Smali (CMD)
if done, you can find New file "new-classes.dex"
rename file to classes.dex
Open framework.jar using Winrar or 7zip
Drag & drop file classes.dex modified to framework.jar using Winrar or 7zip set compression to normal

Credits :
Thanks to Brut.all for apktool
Thanks to Yorzua for Sign apk tool/file
Thanks to Team Reject for Quick baksmali/smali file
NOTE : If you get error when compiling, don't blame me lolz it's your mistake when editing apk

Great Guide Rizal. I am sure many were asking for it.

great tut but can you add some screens/screenshots

auni said:
Great Guide Rizal. I am sure many were asking for it.
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Thanks, yeah some user confusing editing apk, so i share latest apktool with easy guide
Mtakween said:
great tut but can you add some screens/screenshots
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Later i will add screenshot for this tutorial

thx nice guide
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No doubt.. Its a great guide for some one like me.... Will sit today night and going to learn.... Thanks a lot..
From My Xperia S With XTX7 ROM

now bookmark it!! thanks dude!! :good:

thanks
Thanks for the credits, buddy
nice share there

Great guide Rizal. Decent English too. Lol. Proud to be Sundanese..
In my opinion, there are other more simplified tools that utilized apktool better (I use apkmultitools and vts (virtuous ten studios)) but people needs to know the basic right..
And I think, you need to put the java\bin directory in Path in windows system variables (or Java_home in win8). And it's better (I think) to put sdk directory (adb, fastboot), apktool and the smali jars files in the Path too, so that users can access from any folders/directory.
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WahyuAndri said:
now bookmark it!! thanks dude!! :good:
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Yorzua said:
Thanks for the credits, buddy
nice share there
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Thanks for your support my friend
m1st3r1 said:
Great guide Rizal. Decent English too. Lol. Proud to be Sundanese..
In my opinion, there are other more simplified tools that utilized apktool better (I use apkmultitools and vts (virtuous ten studios)) but people needs to know the basic right..
And I think, you need to put the java\bin directory in Path in windows system variables (or Java_home in win8). And it's better (I think) to put sdk directory (adb, fastboot), apktool and the smali jars files in the Path too, so that users can access from any folders/directory.
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Yeah I know, but some user will confusing lolz, this apktool is latest version so will work for apk 4.2.2, old version doesn't work
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I've seen other guides say that resources.arsc should be copied from the old apk and stored in the new one.... is that necessary?

thanks =)

THANKS:good::laugh:

Why So Serious? said:
I've seen other guides say that resources.arsc should be copied from the old apk and stored in the new one.... is that necessary?
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Can anybody shed any light on this?

Hey rizal, following your decmpile/recompile method, the apk wont install, signature problem.

zhuhang said:
Hey rizal, following your decmpile/recompile method, the apk wont install, signature problem.
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There are some problems when signing the apk. The workaround for this: use some tools (ticklemyandroid does good jobs) to completely signing the apk (I've done this when modifying systemui.apk), you can also learn from it (learn some of its codes). Or just move files that u've modified from the modified (recompiled) apk to original apk (7zip is your friend)
Why So Serious? said:
I've seen other guides say that resources.arsc should be copied from the old apk and stored in the new one.... is that necessary?
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I don't think it's necessary. But keep in my mind my post above. So it's like u keep the old resource but put the modified (and compiled) files to the original.
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m1st3r1 said:
There are some problems when signing the apk. The workaround for this: use some tools (ticklemyandroid does good jobs) to completely signing the apk (I've done this when modifying systemui.apk), you can also learn from it (learn some of its codes). Or just move files that u've modified from the modified (recompiled) apk to original apk (7zip is your friend)
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Just moving with normal compression?

zhuhang said:
Just moving with normal compression?
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Yes. Just move it to one 7zip window to another one...
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[Q]Editing Settings.apk

I've searched everywhere how to edit Settings.apk using Apktool or Apkmanager. but i can't understand it.
i just want to add a description in my Brightness settings Powered by WhiteMagic.
what should i do? please help me.

rambg2 said:
I've searched everywhere how to edit Settings.apk using Apktool or Apkmanager. but i can't understand it.
i just want to add a description in my Brightness settings Powered by WhiteMagic.
what should i do? please help me.
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Download apktool by iBotpeaches. Get the aapt for windows. Extract both the things in the same folder. Get framework-res.apk and SemcGenericUxpRes.apk in /system/framework and place it in this folder. Now shift+right click in that folder and open cmd there. Type - apktool if framework-res.apk nozomi
Then type - apktool if SemcGenericUxpRes.apk nozomi
Now place settings.apk in that same folder and type - apktool d -f -t nozomi Settings.apk
Then make any changes that you want to do and type - apktool b Settings
Collect your new apk in Settings/dist. Then open your original settings.apk with winrar and also open your new apk with winter. Copy the Meta-inf folder from old to new and chose store as compression method. Enjoy!
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abcdjdj said:
Download apktool by iBotpeaches. Get the aapt for windows. Extract both the things in the same folder. Get framework-res.apk and SemcGenericUxpRes.apk in /system/framework and place it in this folder. Now shift+right click in that folder and open cmd there. Type - apktool if framework-res.apk nozomi
Then type - apktool if SemcGenericUxpRes.apk nozomi
Now place settings.apk in that same folder and type - apktool d -f -t nozomi Settings.apk
Then make any changes that you want to do and type - apktool b Settings
Collect your new apk in Settings/dist. Then open your original settings.apk with winrar and also open your new apk with winter. Copy the Meta-inf folder from old to new and chose store as compression method. Enjoy!
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I just think his problem isn't on how to compile/recompile, but wheter on where to edit it.

thanks man, that's my another problem. I finally solved how to compile settings.apk. My only problem now is how to show the "Powered by WhiteMagic" on the brightness in settings. do you know how to do it? Thank you in advance mate!
EDIT: I already compiled it. but i can't make it work on my phone. the Settings are missing when i replace it with my new one. Sorry for my English

I just think his problem isn't on how to compile/recompile, but wheter on where to edit it.
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that's my main problem is.

rambg2 said:
that's my main problem is.
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Ok. I can trying doing it, if you help me with something else. I will give you an Settings.apk. You gonna decompile it and look at every .xml file for the WhiteMagic line. When you find it, I will try to add it and help ya.
Here is it: Decompile, go at all .xml files and search for WhiteMagic inside the .xmls. When you find, tell me the file and in which line it is located.
Sorry: Dropbox failed. I will get you the link when it works again.

okay! please upload here the file. Thank You Mate!
EDIT: okay i'll just wait until you fix your DropBox.

rambg2 said:
okay! please upload here the file. Thank You Mate!
EDIT: okay i'll just wait until you fix your DropBox.
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Here is it:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/qhu7buabnalj64w/Settings.apk
Good luck

I found in folder res/values/string.xml i found it there.
and the others is in the
res/value-xx and res/value-xx-mdpi every folder of that inside the string have whitemagic thins.
in every string.xml there is Powered by Whitemagic.

rambg2 said:
I found in folder res/values/string.xml i found it there.
and the others is in the
res/value-xx and res/value-xx-mdpi every folder of that inside the string have whitemagic thins.
in every string.xml there is Powered by Whitemagic.
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Thanks. That should do it. I will take a look at it when I have access to my PC. Should be fairly easy to do. I will test on my first, and if I manage, you can upload yours so O can mod for you.
Wow... This is harder than I thought. But Niaboc helped me find it. He will teach me so I can do it myself
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