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[PRJ][GSM] Fixing app to fit low DPi

I'm opening this thread for have a place where shareideas to fix our Samsung apps for fit low DPi (high Resolution).
First, i'm not a developer so we need to cooperate alltogheter for win
I have a SGT European GSM, i don't know if those mods can be applicable to any CDMA device.
I fixed 2 apps for now:
Dialer, inside Contact.apk, mostly fixed only the dialpad, still need to fix Incoming/Outcoming calls
Calculator, fixed 100%
I have used this 2 great app :
[DPI] Dialer, MusicPlayer, Calc, FM, Camera + GUIDE +utility(kinda)
Apk Manager 4.9 - Makes Modifying Ur Apk A Breeze (Windows/Linux)
Inside these threads you will find how to use them.
What i modded:
Contact.apk-----> res/layout/dialer_app.xml
Calculator.apk---> res/layout/main.xml
Install them via Adb or rootexplorer.
This thread is meant for development, for people that wanna help for that purpose, do not put your request or whatever here.

reserved.....

Hello,
Those .apk works for all gsm rom ?
Thanks for your work
P.S Sorry my bad english :-(

They come from Alterbridge (Overcome)rom but they are stock apps Galaxy Tab, if Boyppc use that stock apps then they are good for you.
Make a backup of your old apps before, just to be sure.
wallah said:
Hello,
Those .apk works for all gsm rom ?
Thanks for your work
P.S Sorry my bad english :-(
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Thanks a lot bro, i will give a try and feedback
P.S Sorry my bad english :-(

wallah said:
Thanks a lot bro, i will give a try and feedback
Edit: everythings works fine on my tab, BOYPPC rom v3,
Thank you !!!
P.S Sorry my bad english :-(
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P.S Sorry my bad english :-(

This is the exact reason i still use 240 and not something lower. I will let you know how it works on DiP7's rom.
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This works great running at 182. You should contact the overcome dev and see if he can include it in the next version. Thanks a lot!
I lied. Still looks bad when the phone is rining after placing a call in landscape mode.

slimdizzy said:
This is the exact reason i still use 240 and not something lower. I will let you know how it works on DiP7's rom.
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I really dont mind it, you see the dialer like %3 of the overall time when using the tab

Just FYI, pixel density is not the same as dpi. A lower pixel density leads to an increase in dots per inch.

knightnz said:
Just FYI, pixel density is not the same as dpi. A lower pixel density leads to an increase in dots per inch.
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Erm, no:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dots_per_inch#DPI_or_PPI_in_digital_image_files
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pixel_density

daniel.weck said:
Erm, no:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dots_per_inch#DPI_or_PPI_in_digital_image_files
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pixel_density
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Sorry, I should've said "LCD Density". Decreasing that increases PPI and DPI - well, perceptually anyway, the LCD is still fixed at 1024x600. Given that the actual screen is 6.0" x 3.5" (7.0" diag) that means a native PPI/DPI of approx 170. I've no idea how LCD density relates to these values - can someone explain?
The wiki page nicely explains why I always feel like I can fit more "stuff" onto a Windows desktop than an OS X one though

ayman07 said:
This works great running at 182. You should contact the overcome dev and see if he can include it in the next version. Thanks a lot!
I lied. Still looks bad when the phone is rining after placing a call in landscape mode.
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I have looked into changing my tabs lcd and samaung says it will run best between
191 and 200. That we just need to find the best one for the tab. It is set at 240 stock. I have mine running at 195, and everything runs and shows up perfect. Looks like a new hd screen!
HIT THANKS IF I HAVE HELPED.
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first of all.. thanks for the links.
i was trying to edit the email.apk to display properly in landscape mode but it is force closing whenever im switching to landscape mode. im trying to display the message list on left pane to adapt to extra height but it doesnot seem to work for some reason. the file i changed is.. Email.apk\res\layout-land\p1_message_list.xml
i think the line should read
Code:
<LinearLayout android:orientation="vertical" android:id="@id/msglist" android:background="#ffffffff" android:layout_width="258.0sp" android:layout_height="fill_parent">
but its not working or may be im doing it completely wrong. please help. i have so many other apps to fix too this is my first android hack.

get root tools in the market. you can change lcd, heap size, and several other mods.
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Can you make the stock launcher fit on 200?? And stock music sucks on locked screen..

Does anyone know if there is a work around to make Skype work after changing the DPI to 182?

i dont see any issue with skype pn 182dpi. what is the issue?

Did anyone get the Camera.apk to work with low densities? I just switched to 172 and I'm loving it. Everything looks much better.. except the Camera da FCs on startup.

Im using my galaxy note 4 in 460dpi and grren dialer button stretches. Will this fix the problem? Also how can i install this xml file

[Q] LCD density and app resizing

Anyone else found that when they set a custom density not all apps resize, they seem to keep the default density of the Samsung ROM? even though it has been changed. NOVA HD was one but also dialler app and camera for me.
It is also irritating that touchwiz seems to be locked to particular density as well. Anyone found any workarounds for this?

I assume you've turned Compatibility Mode off in Spare Parts? If not, try that first.
TouchWiz seems to misbehave even with that turned off, but I've had no problems with anything else being too small while running at 192 density.

you weather and clock arent squashed up into the top left hand side of your screen then, leaving about 3/4 inch column down the right hand side?

Have to wait for a good multi dpi theme or rom... but I think without cwm they'll have to wait
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Anyone else notice that the video camera starts force closing when the led density is at a non default value?

fpar said:
Anyone else notice that the video camera starts force closing when the led density is at a non default value?
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for me it's FC's when using 180 LCD Density, 185 works fine.

fpar said:
Anyone else notice that the video camera starts force closing when the led density is at a non default value?
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YES.!, thought it was just me, didn't realise it was density at first and ended up flashing my phone twice from scratch, second time I didn't use it and no force closes.
Custom ROMS starting to head our way now so hopefully we can get this issue resolved.

stoolzo said:
Anyone else found that when they set a custom density not all apps resize, they seem to keep the default density of the Samsung ROM? even though it has been changed. NOVA HD was one but also dialler app and camera for me.
It is also irritating that touchwiz seems to be locked to particular density as well. Anyone found any workarounds for this?
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the camera app and the dialer isnt working very well on the resize, im only at 200 density
any fix?

Budske said:
the camera app and the dialer isnt working very well on the resize, im only at 200 density
any fix?
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Have disabled compability mode in spare parts?
Running mine at 216 no issues so far
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Yes, I disabled it..
Added some screens
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Yeah there's quite a few oddities when changing density. I basically worked around it by replacing most of the default programs.
Dialer: DialerOne
Camera: One of the numerous camera apps in market
Music: Poweramp
Videos: mVideoPlayer
I still have to find decent replacements for Calendar and Contact list, though the contact list doesn't look bad really.

What theme are you using? I like orange
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Yes, I disabled it..
Added some screens
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Its not a theme, its just the screengrab app that changes the colors, it is not for this phone xD
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Ok, using this post as reference, I messed around with the Contacts.apk file.
I managed to resize the default dialpad to fit 200dpi.
Note that this apk was only tested on VillainRom. I don't think the signatures are compatible with normal deodexed roms.
However the scrolling aid on the right side when searching through contacts is still too small. Haven't found how to fix that yet.
EDIT: Also fixed the TouchWiz Calculator. Fits nicely on both portrait and landscape mode.
As I mentioned on another post below, if it doesn't work on your ROM, just replace the META-INF directory in my apk with the META-INF from your original apk to resign that package.
NOTE: Previous version of Contacts.apk still had misaligned landscape dialpad. I've fixed it and reuploaded.

JaeCee said:
Ok, using this post as reference, I messed around with the Contacts.apk file.
I managed to resize the default dialpad to fit 200dpi.
Note that this apk was only tested on VillainRom. I don't think the signatures are compatible with normal deodexed roms.
However the scrolling aid on the right side when searching through contacts is still too small. Haven't found how to fix that yet.
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i wont use this cos the sigs are diferent, but if u can point me where to look to change the settings, i will make my own... or ill just upload my apk for u to fix it, or make it more resizeable.
thx for the help!

Well an easy way for you to get it to work on yours is to download the Contacts.apk that I uploaded. Copy your Contacts.apk somewhere, and open both apks in 7zip. Then just copy the META-INF directory from your apk to my apk. That basically changes the signature. Once that's done my apk should work for you.

JaeCee said:
Well an easy way for you to get it to work on yours is to download the Contacts.apk that I uploaded. Copy your Contacts.apk somewhere, and open both apks in 7zip. Then just copy the META-INF directory from your apk to my apk. That basically changes the signature. Once that's done my apk should work for you.
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Let's take it one step further, what are the files you changed in your apk? For example, I know with the dialer, we may only need to change dialer_app.xml.

lpsi2000 said:
Let's take it one step further, what are the files you changed in your apk? For example, I know with the dialer, we may only need to change dialer_app.xml.
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I actually went overkill on the apk. I basically grabbed the layout_resize java file from this thread and ran it on all layout xml files. Basically the script replaces all x dip references to x * 1.5 px. It's a bit unwise actually, but so far it's working as intended. Gonna test it for a few more days to see if replacing all dips broke anything.

JaeCee said:
I actually went overkill on the apk. I basically grabbed the layout_resize java file from this thread and ran it on all layout xml files. Basically the script replaces all x dip references to x * 1.5 px. It's a bit unwise actually, but so far it's working as intended. Gonna test it for a few more days to see if replacing all dips broke anything.
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I see, yeah that was a little bit too much for me. Nonetheless keep us posted on your progress. I am currently running 182 dpi which is the safest before certain stock applications stop working.

lpsi2000 said:
Let's take it one step further, what are the files you changed in your apk? For example, I know with the dialer, we may only need to change dialer_app.xml.
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yeah, i want to know what changes u made to fit the 200 density. and some day i will learn how to do stuff and i want to start now

Great free app - LCD Density (root)

Sorry if this has already been posted before but I came across it and never heard about it before. It changes your screen size like you were changing the resolution on a monitor. I went from 240 default down to 200 and it seems like a perfect size without making everything too small
https://market.android.com/details?id=lv.n3o.lcddensity&feature=search_result

you can also change it from the build.prop...knowing how to edit it is a must for any android user imo

ugothakd said:
you can also change it from the build.prop...knowing how to edit it is a must for any android user imo
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I really never knew about this. To me at least having the smaller scale size looks and feels better than stock. How come we dont see rom/theme releases with this mod?

I think for Developers personal preferences, also I'm not quite sure they could change the build.prop with a theme, but in the case of a Rom I believe that keeping it on a basic level works out in the best for the general population, but also allows those who are more prone to making changes on their own to go ahead and attempt it for themselves.
Thanks for the thread though man, I've been iffy about whether this app would work for the Epic, I truly appreciate it.

Yep build.prop is the way to go.
I don't think I could go back to stock density. 172 looks excellent.

dpesnt the dialer get offset to bottom left when changing the density or is that only on themed dialers?
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JohnCorleone said:
dpesnt the dialer get offset to bottom left when changing the density or is that only on themed dialers?
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Yessir it does.
DialerOne and GoDialer are fantastic as a replacement.

darkierawr said:
Yep build.prop is the way to go.
I don't think I could go back to stock density. 172 looks excellent.
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Omg Darkie I love you lol. 172 looks amazing.:O
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darkierawr said:
Yessir it does.
DialerOne and GoDialer are fantastic as a replacement.
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Thanks for the heads up on the alterrnate dialers darkie! "Thanks" clicked.
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Freakin killer app.....
Thanx man

Very cool mod!...I'm not sure I can go as low as 172, but even a minor adjustment to 200 really makes a wonderful difference...I especially like the overall effect to the launcher.
One drawback though...I'm going to have to retrain my muscle memory because of the slight change in location of various things.
It'll be interesting to see if there's any way to make a minor adjustment to the default dialer so it can properly scale...Also, it looks like I'm going to have to take a look at the Wired Tether app because it looks fairly odd.
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Edit: I solved the wierd layout in Wired Tether app using appleflap's suggestion in this thread to turn off Compatibility Mode...However, I'm on SRF 1.2, so I did it through Settings-->Lockscreen Parts-->General.
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OK...After a data wipe of the Market app, I just noticed this density change caused the Market to identify 21 of the 102 apps I currently have installed as not compatible...Bummer.
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xanthinealkaloid said:
OK...After a data wipe of the Market app, I just noticed this density change caused the Market to identify 21 of the 102 apps I currently have installed as not compatible...Bummer.
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Sorry for not giving you the heads up.
With my density so low NOTHING works with the new ****ty market. I reverted back to the older market. Where everything is compatible.

What is the pixel density of the Evo 3D? (trying to mimic that if I can)
Also, does this app cause the New market to FC or something?

Hmmm, so does anyone know the step process to changing the density with my phone total crashing with fc? ?
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darkierawr said:
Sorry for not giving you the heads up.
With my density so low NOTHING works with the new ****ty market. I reverted back to the older market. Where everything is compatible.
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+1
I set my density to 180...still rocking the 2.3.6 market

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What is the pixel density of the Evo 3D? (trying to mimic that if I can)
Also, does this app cause the New market to FC or something?
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No...The issue is with the version 3x market because there's a new compatibility check in place which references the LCD density value, so this change can cause previously installed apps to appear incompatible according the the new market removing them from your installed list
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thatdudepoops said:
Hmmm, so does anyone know the step process to changing the density with my phone total crashing with fc? ?
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Are you using the stock TouchWiz launcher?...I've read it can be problematic when doing this mod.
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Well, I'm on my way to fixing the compressed dialpad...I did the widths to see if the pngs would stretch without looking like a 1960's color TV.
I'm gonna finish this up later, but now it's time for a RedBull break.
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xanthinealkaloid said:
Are you using the stock TouchWiz launcher?...I've read it can be problematic when doing this mod.
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I'm using zeam....
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160 dpi on ics 27?

I was running dark 1.01, which has 160dpi default and sort of got used to it.
I moved to 27, yet using LCD density app, it won't stick to 160 on reboot
Anyone know how to get it to stay at 160, while dark is getting updated?
Thanks

Amd4life said:
I was running dark 1.01, which has 160dpi default and sort of got used to it.
I moved to 27, yet using LCD density app, it won't stick to 160 on reboot
Anyone know how to get it to stay at 160, while dark is getting updated?
Thanks
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It will only stick if you use ROM Toolbox.

Or change it in the build prop.

thanks, that program did the trick

Mimis_69 said:
It will only stick if you use ROM Toolbox.
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Can the DPI be changed on the fly or does it require a reboot. I'm on the same ROM as OP and love it for browsing but it also makes some apps funky so itd be sweet to be able to change on the fly.

regP said:
Can the DPI be changed on the fly or does it require a reboot. I'm on the same ROM as OP and love it for browsing but it also makes some apps funky so itd be sweet to be able to change on the fly.
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i've used one called LCD Resolution and when it changed it, it didnt do a "full" reboot; but a quick "system restart" . thats how i update my market apps. it's a really quick restart too. just be sure to turn wifi off after it restarts and then back on. it doesnt stick for some reason.
edit: not too sure if it works on ics

Anyone have the Snapchat 1.3 apk?

Hoping to get this app working on my nexus 7. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
EDIT: Or even lower versions might work.

I just tried to side load it and it FC's once you get past the steps to create an account... I think you're s.o.l.

Can you post the apk anyway?

Here ya go
http://db.tt/9lclO6bL

Thank you! Unfortunately, I'm getting the same thing. Do you know if that is version 1.3?

thenk24 said:
Thank you! Unfortunately, I'm getting the same thing. Do you know if that is version 1.3?
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I grabbed the newest version from the play store. I couldn't find a reliable source to DL it from outside that. So if the newest version is 1.3 then yes.
Edit-- just checked the play store again. It is indeed 1.3

lordvincent 90 said:
I grabbed the newest version from the play store. I couldn't find a reliable source to DL it from outside that. So if the newest version is 1.3 then yes.
Edit-- just checked the play store again. It is indeed 1.3
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Oh, darn. Guess we will have to wait for an update to fix it.

Any ideas why they wouldn't include support for N7?

AlexR666 said:
Any ideas why they wouldn't include support for N7?
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It's probably just not designed for the screen size.

lordvincent 90 said:
It's probably just not designed for the screen size.
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If this is the case, all you would need to do is change the screen density

jacobmacek said:
If this is the case, all you would need to do is change the screen density
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Sorry for bringing up a month old thread, but along with the screen density possibly being a factor, maybe it force closes due to Snapchat starting the app using the rear camera, which bviously we don't have. Maybe there is a way we can tweak it to set the FFC as default and maybe that will stop it from force closing?

perhac89 said:
Sorry for bringing up a month old thread, but along with the screen density possibly being a factor, maybe it force closes due to Snapchat starting the app using the rear camera, which bviously we don't have. Maybe there is a way we can tweak it to set the FFC as default and maybe that will stop it from force closing?
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thats a great idea i tried the current 1.6 version and i always have the same force quit after i log in so its nothing to do with the density since the app starts up normaly until i log in.

Well we can try the screen density idea make everything larger so its like a phone, if that works maybe somehow we can extract the application and MOD it for a 7' screen by changing the supported resolutions or DPI.
But if doing any of that doesn't work then we are out of luck unless someone can really change the app.
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lukkypuggy said:
Well we can try the screen density idea make everything larger so its like a phone, if that works maybe somehow we can extract the application and MOD it for a 7' screen by changing the supported resolutions or DPI.
But if doing any of that doesn't work then we are out of luck unless someone can really change the app.
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I've pulled the app from my phone and installed it on here. It'll force close after you sign in but then if you open it and receive a snap you can see the menu with all your history and even view the snap but if you try to take a snap it force closes so it must be because it defaults to the ffc

Anyone got it working on N7?

Some one wanna try this version
snapchat1.6.apk
I would, but i shattered my screen last night and it's unusable... (Thank God for accidental damage insurance)

OK. Got may tab repaired... and it doesn't work...

I sent å request to snapchat team and got this mail back:
At this time, there is not a way to dowload older versions of Snapchat. Unfortunately, Snapchat is not compatible with your Nexus 7 device. However, we are always working on ways to improve Snapchat and plan on making it available to more devices in the near future. We appreciate all your support.
Thank you!
Team Snapchat

help
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Here ya go
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Hey m8! I just wondered if you still had that 1.0.3 apk? I am interested in getting one so i can add friends through Facebook. I belive it was around that version they removed that feature

zovik91 said:
Hey m8! I just wondered if you still had that 1.0.3 apk? I am interested in getting one so i can add friends through Facebook. I belive it was around that version they removed that feature
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Nope. Sorry. I only have 1.6.0 and 2.1.0