Are there any other Roms that have the navigation bar like the one in this Rom?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1820847
I know I'm not answering your question, but I'm just curious (assuming we're talking about the soft nav "buttons" that appear at the bottom of all the screenshots in the OP of the thread you linked to) why you *want* a soft navbar on a device that already has hard nav buttons below the screen?
Sent from my PC36100 using xda app-developers app
NxNW said:
I know I'm not answering your question, but I'm just curious (assuming we're talking about the soft nav "buttons" that appear at the bottom of all the screenshots in the OP of the thread you linked to) why you *want* a soft navbar on a device that already has hard nav buttons below the screen?
Sent from my PC36100 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I replaced my digitizer a while ago and my hard keys don't light up anymore, so it makes it a pain when trying to navigate in the dark which is why I want the soft keys. Anyway I found another Rom that has the nav bar. I'm currently using this Rom, this one runs great!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2080291
Dirty unicorn, baked black bean and a few other jb roms have that feature. You have to enable it in the settings. I never use it because we have hard keys and they just take up valuable screen space.
Sent from my PC36100 using xda app-developers app
No need to flash a specific rom, the change you need is in the build.prop (to enable on screen soft keys), and it can be done on any Android rom
Its something along the lines of "qemu.hw=1"...try looking it up ("build.prop on screen soft keys" )
I'll search right now, if I find it I'll edit my post with what you need to add your build.prop (make a backup of it and then reboot when you save it with the new line)
EDIT: Ok, the exact code you need to add is
Code:
qemu.hw.mainkeys=0
Reboot after applying and thats it. Oh and the build.prop is located in /system/build.prop, open with any text editor
freakb18c1 said:
I replaced my digitizer a while ago and my hard keys don't light up anymore, so it makes it a pain when trying to navigate in the dark which is why I want the soft keys. Anyway I found another Rom that has the nav bar. I'm currently using this Rom, this one runs great!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2080291
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Mazda's ROMs usually do. I might try that one myself
HipKat said:
Mazda's ROMs usually do. I might try that one myself
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If you add that build.prop line then any rom can have it
CNexus said:
No need to flash a specific rom, the change you need is in the build.prop (to enable on screen soft keys), and it can be done on any Android rom
Its something along the lines of "qemu.hw=1"...try looking it up ("build.prop on screen soft keys" )
I'll search right now, if I find it I'll edit my post with what you need to add your build.prop (make a backup of it and then reboot when you save it with the new line)
EDIT: Ok, the exact code you need to add is
Code:
qemu.hw.mainkeys=0
Reboot after applying and thats it. Oh and the build.prop is located in /system/build.prop, open with any text editor
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Interesting! I'll have to test this out thanks
freakb18c1 said:
Interesting! I'll have to test this out thanks
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No problem
Also, raising the "0" value changes the size of the onscreen keys
So like "qemu.hw.mainkeys=2" would be a lot bigger than if using "mainkeys=0"
CNexus said:
No problem
Also, raising the "0" value changes the size of the onscreen keys
So like "qemu.hw.mainkeys=2" would be a lot bigger than if using "mainkeys=0"
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hm.. So I added qemu.hw.mainkeys=1 to my build.prop. Rebooted and it didn't do anything, is this only for the HTC Evo 4G? I'm currently testing it on a Nexus S.
freakb18c1 said:
Hm.. So I added qemu.hw.mainkeys=1 to my build.prop. Rebooted and it didn't do anything, is this only for the HTC Evo 4G? I'm currently testing it on a Nexus S.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No, it should work for any phone
Try changing the "1" to a "0"
---------- Post added at 09:26 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:17 PM ----------
Ok, just read somewhere that this is only on JB roms. Are you on a JB rom?
Thanks ppl. I was also looking for something like this.
Sent from my PC36100 using Tapatalk 2
Related
Sorry if this has already been posted or in wrong section, and I take no credit for it but I found it to be pretty cool. To add soft keys to rooted stock touchwiz rom all you have to do is add this line to the build prop and reboot.
qemu.hw.mainkeys=0
Or you could just download "Soft keys" from the Play store!!!!!
ebuechler3 said:
Or you could just download "Soft keys" from the Play store!!!!!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You can do whatever you want.... I just thought it was interesting that it wasn't completely disabled and was easily added...If you don't like it or have something else you use, that's great.
dls5375 said:
You can do whatever you want.... I just thought it was interesting that it wasn't completely disabled and was easily added... It also has the recent apps key. Not sure if "soft keys" app has that.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I usually disable my hard keys because i hate the recent app feature... My gf is waaay to nosy for me to have a recent app button on my phone.... I am also a faithful "hide it pro" user.
dls5375 said:
You can do whatever you want.... I just thought it was interesting that it wasn't completely disabled and was easily added... It also has the recent apps key. Not sure if "soft keys" app has that.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Download it, get the apk and zip it in the ROM, or you can use TB to integrate it into ROM.
Hui91 said:
Download it, get the apk and zip it in the ROM, or you can use TB to integrate it into ROM.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Why would I do that? I just edited the build prop and it's there...... I understand there are other ways to get soft keys. But I wanted them built in like the galaxy nexus so when I found this mod I thought I'd share......
dls5375 said:
Why would I do that? I just edited the build prop and it's there...... I understand there are other ways to get soft keys. But I wanted them built in like the galaxy nexus so when I found this mod I thought I'd share......
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Agree with you. I am using the same method on my HD2 CM9 for 8 months now.
My SGS3 will arrive today and I am glad that this method will apply to rooted stock rom. Was wondering if this method CM rom only or also stock rom.
Thank you for your information.
IMO this method is way better than some softkey apps because it doesn't use ram and is native like.
will this work on cm10?
nightfox11 said:
will this work on cm10?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Not sure this will work on cm10.
But I found out another method for cm10: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1788780
nightfox11 said:
will this work on cm10?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes it was originally made for cm10 but was found to also work on stock.
How do you disable your hard keys?
ebuechler3 said:
I usually disable my hard keys because i hate the recent app feature... My gf is waaay to nosy for me to have a recent app button on my phone.... I am also a faithful "hide it pro" user.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I would love to disable my hard keys. I am new at this stuff, so forgive my ignorance.
I have a t-mobile unlocked 32gb white rooted with AOKP jellybean- 4th release
And I cannot find any other mods to the physical buttons, like making the home button a camera button. Not as important, but would love to know if you can tell me.
Thanks!
ebuechler3 said:
I usually disable my hard keys because i hate the recent app feature... My gf is waaay to nosy for me to have a recent app button on my phone.... I am also a faithful "hide it pro" user.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
lol
HasteTheChariot said:
I would love to disable my hard keys. I am new at this stuff, so forgive my ignorance.
I have a t-mobile unlocked 32gb white rooted with AOKP jellybean- 4th release
And I cannot find any other mods to the physical buttons, like making the home button a camera button. Not as important, but would love to know if you can tell me.
Thanks!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Look in the android development section. I made one to disable the hardware keys. And someone else made one to change home button to camera button.
Sent from my SGH-T999 using Tapatalk 2
I tried on stock rooted rom didnt work i added that line at the end of the build.prop saved changes and rebooted ? What am i doing wrong ?
Sent from my SGH-T999V using xda premium
Nevermid its working
Sent from my SGH-T999V using xda premium
You can disable capacitive touch keys too under system/usr/keylayout/sec_touchkey. kl
Put a #in front key 139 and key 158
Sent from my SGH-T999
I 've been using "button savior" but I'll try this mod out hehehe thanks!
Sent from my SGH-T999V using xda app-developers app
On my old T-Mobile Vibrant before it was an option in CM we were able to enable the nav bar by editing the .buildprop. Can you do this on the T-Mobile S3 running CM10?
Sent from my SGH-T999 using Tapatalk 2
nick1217 said:
On my old T-Mobile Vibrant before it was an option in CM we were able to enable the nav bar by editing the .buildprop. Can you do this on the T-Mobile S3 running CM10?
Sent from my SGH-T999 using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I believe like this
qemu.hw.mainkeys=0
add that to your build.prop
Sent from my SGH-T999 using Tapatalk 2
How do you adjust size?
Sent from my SGH-T999 using Tapatalk 2
nick1217 said:
How do you adjust size?
Sent from my SGH-T999 using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Got me there lol did you try Google?
Sent from my SGH-T999 using Tapatalk 2
Run AOKP. All the options are built in.
Sent from my SGH-T999 using XDA Premium HD app
Mi|enko said:
Run AOKP. All the options are built in.
Sent from my SGH-T999 using XDA Premium HD app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I hate people that do this, that's not a solution to the thread.
Sent from my SGH-T999 using Tapatalk 2
elesbb said:
I hate people that do this, that's not a solution to the thread.
Sent from my SGH-T999 using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I'm sorry if my reply wasn't up to your exemplary standards, but I fail to see how was this^ or "Got me there lol did you try Google?" are any better. What I posted was actually a viable option that the Op may not have been familiar with. It allows for an easy addition of the NavBar, customization of the icons, resizing of the bar, and it's based off of the AOSP just as CM is.
Not everybody that posts an alternative is screaming (if you want to do that, you're dumb of not using this). Some are really just informing.
Mi|enko said:
I'm sorry if my reply wasn't up to your exemplary standards, but I fail to see how was this^ or "Got me there lol did you try Google?" are any better. What I posted was actually a viable option that the Op may not have been familiar with. It allows for an easy addition of the NavBar, customization of the icons, resizing of the bar, and it's based off of the AOSP just as CM is.
Not everybody that posts an alternative is screaming (if you want to do that, you're dumb of not using this). Some are really just informing.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Telling someone to run a completely different ROM is not a solution to "enable nav bar via build.prop" however making a suggestion in an alternative ROM is different then commanding someone to do something. My first post was very helpful thank you very much. As was my second. The op and I were throwing ideas back and forth, I asked if he tried Google because that's what my next option would have been. Not to mention Google is solving his issue, not commanding someone to change their ROM. At least my posts were on topic.
Now to remain on topic, I think the sizing is determined by framework files and values.
Sent from my SGH-T999 using Tapatalk 2
I believe size cannot be changed via build.prop. You have to change the dpi but that makes everything bigger or smaller.
Yes you have to decompile and recompile the framework-res.apk to resize the navigation bar or to add power button to it.
Thanks for the replies :beer:
Sent from my SGH-T999 using Tapatalk 2
zain0300 said:
I believe size cannot be changed via build.prop. You have to change the dpi but that makes everything bigger or smaller.
Yes you have to decompile and recompile the framework-res.apk to resize the navigation bar or to add power button to it.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
How Would I go about doing that? I'd like to just add the menu button to it.
elesbb said:
I believe like this
qemu.hw.mainkeys=0
add that to your build.prop
Sent from my SGH-T999 using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks! Any idea how to add the menu button to it?
elesbb said:
Telling someone to run a completely different ROM is not a solution to "enable nav bar via build.prop" however making a suggestion in an alternative ROM is different then commanding someone to do something. My first post was very helpful thank you very much. As was my second. The op and I were throwing ideas back and forth, I asked if he tried Google because that's what my next option would have been. Not to mention Google is solving his issue, not commanding someone to change their ROM. At least my posts were on topic.
Now to remain on topic, I think the sizing is determined by framework files and values.
Sent from my SGH-T999 using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
He did not command he gave a suggestion stop being a butthurt kid he suggested using aokp which would be way more easier for him if he'd like to play whit navbar size look feel etc etc..
Your google answer was lame sir,
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda premium
3bs11 said:
Thanks! Any idea how to add the menu button to it?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hello. This method works great and actually adds the Nav Bar menu to your phone settings, which lets you modify the position and functions of the Nav Bar (including adding a menu button). Just flash the appropriate zip in the below thread and you should be good to go. There is also a zip for removing the Nav Bar as well.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1918166
To all those who want softkeys enabled at their rom if they don't have that option you can edit build.prop ( it must work with most jelly bean and ics roms)
qemu.hw.mainkeys=0
Reboot
Softkeys enabled
works great. Thanks
killphillxr said:
works great. Thanks
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You are welcome mate!!!
thanks you
I can see that option in the file. Is that mean I need to add this key in the file?
Sent from my HTC Desire using xda premium
wongb said:
I can see that option in the file. Is that mean I need to add this key in the file?
Sent from my HTC Desire using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes mate go to build.prop located into /system open it with a text editor and add the line i am writing at first post save it restart your phone and you ll have the softkeys enabled!!!
Thanks, it works well
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda premium
Thanks,work in Jellybean rom! :thumbup:
Sent from my MP711I using xda app-developers app
Is there a way to reduce the size of the soft keys. Thanks
bedi.gursimran said:
Is there a way to reduce the size of the soft keys. Thanks
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No mate you cant do that with this mod. To do that you need to modify other system file manually
Wait,am i missing something?? Do we need to download app for softkeys??
Sent from my GrenadeLauncher Equiped Motorola XT910
MarkelofRazr said:
Wait,am i missing something?? Do we need to download app for softkeys??
Sent from my GrenadeLauncher Equiped Motorola XT910
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Nope just edit build.prop as I say at first post and u are done that is of course if your Rom does not have them enabled
Sent from my HTC Desire using xda app-developers app
purelook hd rom
I'm using purelook hd rom and it has xperia engine in it. Can't get the soft keys on it. Need help as I can't survive without these.
LMT
hi, as an alternative to standard softkeys, you could use the app LMT (requires root)
it supports gestures, expanded desktops and Pie Softkeys with long press function as in Paranoid rom and some more nice features
Could be interesting for some
halaros2 said:
To all those who want softkeys enabled at their rom if they don't have that option you can edit build.prop ( it must work with most jelly bean and ics roms)
qemu.hw.mainkeys=0
Reboot
Softkeys enabled
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
works. thanks
Can't believe it's so simple!
Works great!
Lot of thanks!
halaros2 said:
To all those who want softkeys enabled at their rom if they don't have that option you can edit build.prop ( it must work with most jelly bean and ics roms)
qemu.hw.mainkeys=0
Reboot
Softkeys enabled
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Is there a way to customize the "Recent" soft key to "Menu"? When I added the script while using the CM10 rom, I could change them around in the navigation settings. I recently switched back to the stock JB version, but added soft keys because my hardkeys stopped working after I dropped it in a spa
Any advice would be much appreciated!
Cheers!
kamirza said:
I'm using purelook hd rom and it has xperia engine in it. Can't get the soft keys on it. Need help as I can't survive without these.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
U mean u tried this mod and it doesn't work?
penguinmaster said:
Is there a way to customize the "Recent" soft key to "Menu"? When I added the script while using the CM10 rom, I could change them around in the navigation settings. I recently switched back to the stock JB version, but added soft keys because my hardkeys stopped working after I dropped it in a spa
Any advice would be much appreciated!
Cheers!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Nope u can't edit it with this mod... For doing this u have to edit other files
Is there any way to make the Soft Keys smaller.. (at least 50% smaller than its original size/height)... its because my phone (the Galaxy S Advance) has a resolution of only 480x800.... I just feel like there is not enough space on my screen to be honest, that's why I'm asking this....
(Post Added)
- I can't take Screenshots anymore, using my Home + Power Button
- My dialer app is getting covered with the Soft keys.. so I can't call anyone because I can't tap on the call button
halaros2 said:
To all those who want softkeys enabled at their rom if they don't have that option you can edit build.prop ( it must work with most jelly bean and ics roms)
qemu.hw.mainkeys=0
Reboot
Softkeys enabled
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Awesome thanks!
Sent from my GT-I9082 using Tapatalk 4
Dear friends,
Does someone know if there is any application to easily edit the icons on the navigation bar?
Try Super Status Bar: https://play.google.com/store/apps/...&utm_medium=organic&utm_term=super+status+bar
Sent from my Android oven
unif3d3 said:
Try Super Status Bar: https://play.google.com/store/apps/...&utm_medium=organic&utm_term=super+status+bar
Sent from my Android oven
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you for the reply,
With "Navigation bar" I mean the bottom galaxy nexus's bar (where you can find the Home and Back buttons). Not the status bar.
Oh sorry, I misunderstood!
I have no idea for that
Sent from my Android oven
unif3d3 said:
Oh sorry, I misunderstood!
I have no idea for that
Sent from my Android oven
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you anyway :good:
I saw a post somewhere for that, search for "Nexus Soft Keys Collection"
Sent from my awesome fridge
MaartenXDA said:
I saw a post somewhere for that, search for "Nexus Soft Keys Collection"
Sent from my awesome fridge
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you,
I already saw this but, doing so, I must manually change icons. This is so boring!
I am looking for some application that simplifies this process
I don't think that's been build yet, just stop being lazy
Sent from my awesome fridge
MaartenXDA said:
I don't think that's been build yet, just stop being lazy
Sent from my awesome fridge
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
But laziness is my job, help me please
Okay lol I don't think I can help you, never owned a nexus device, and still don't, just came across this thread and wanted to help out .
Replacing the icons is just 3/5 icons, that shouldn't be that hard.
Sent from my awesome fridge
MaartenXDA said:
Okay lol I don't think I can help you, never owned a nexus device, and still don't, just came across this thread and wanted to help out .
Replacing the icons is just 3/5 icons, that shouldn't be that hard.
Sent from my awesome fridge
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Of course, you're right!
But if I want to try many sets of icons it becomes very annoying
Thanks anyway for your interest!
Mod, can this be moved to Q&A?
You can do it from aokp ROM settings. I assume you'd have to be on aokp tho
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda premium
Psykologikal said:
You can do it from aokp ROM settings. I assume you'd have to be on aokp tho
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes I saw it in AOKP ROM but I don't like this ROM and now I'm running CM 10.1.
So I want to have this functions also in this other ROM
Try masturmods from the play store
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 2
xanaxdroid said:
Try masturmods from the play store
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I downloaded and installed masturmods but unfortunately when I go to apply the changes for the navigation bar's icons nothing happens
I think it's compatible only with ICS and not with JB
i have followed the soft keys thread here on the forum and had to factory reset the phone twice.. so be carefull, it even worked once but then after a reboot it all disapeared :/
will be happy to get a better way to make that instead of using metomorph again
Try Sorcery rom. Has that option. Has like 100 to choose from and you can still change em manually if desired.
Today's CM10.1 nightly brings some personalizations for the navigation bar. :highfive:
In part I solved the problem, even if with this, for now, we can't change buttons images.
Just use 7zip to open systemui.apk. drag and replace your own PNG into it (don't extract, just open). Use any available systemui cwm flashable zip in themes thread, replace with your edited systemui.apk. Flash in recovery, clear cache/dalvik. Reboot.
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 2
Ok so I am not a fan of the capacitive keys and I was wondering if anyone rooted try adding qemu.hw.mainkeys=0 in their build props
My past samsung phones used to crash whenever I entered this, I was just wondering if anyone have added softkeys yet.
Nobody likes soft keys? =k
i dont really want to buy it if softkeys can't be enabled , the back button is far away from my right thumb.
I believe LeeDrOiD Rom has the navbar.
Attached screen shot. I've not enabled them because I like the HW keys.
Sent from my HTC 10 using XDA Labs
btort1 said:
Ok so I am not a fan of the capacitive keys and I was wondering if anyone rooted try adding qemu.hw.mainkeys=0 in their build props
My past samsung phones used to crash whenever I entered this, I was just wondering if anyone have added softkeys yet.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes it works, and also adds a hide navigation bar button check box to settings /personalize
[email protected] said:
Yes it works, and also adds a hide navigation bar button check box to settings /personalize
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you! Rooted mine because of this confirmation
Edited build.prop on rooted stock ROM. Looks nice.
Where exactly in build prop do we insert this?
Sent from my 2PS64 using XDA-Developers mobile app
mcwups1 said:
Where exactly in build prop do we insert this?
Sent from my 2PS64 using XDA-Developers mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Anywhere. I usually do it at the end of it so I know where it is if I need to delete it
m3lover1 said:
Anywhere. I usually do it at the end of it so I know where it is if I need to delete it
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you.
I realized that it disabled the option to keep lights on while screen is on.
Sent from my 2PS64 using XDA-Developers mobile app
Does this get rid of the vibration from tapping the hardware keys, if you leave that option on?
dj_chapz said:
Edited build.prop on rooted stock ROM. Looks nice.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I have a rooted with ViperRom, and i edited the Buildprop but the virtualkeys not show on screen
Should I use leedroid or i need to use other command beyond qemu?