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[Q] How to edit, successfully, twframework-res.apk?

Hi all!
I try edit twframework-res.apk (some images + some xml's) but it has no effect. I try doing wipe dalvik-cache and wipe cache, but nothing, images no change... xml no apply... i dunno what to do.
Any idea?
Thanks!

which tool do you use to decompile apk?
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phadly said:
which tool do you use to decompile apk?
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APK Manage 5.0.2 (Apk tool)

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APK Manage 5.0.2 (Apk tool)
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you need to delete which files you have edit in keep folder including images..then press enter..
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you need to delete which files you have edit in keep folder including images..then press enter..
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I do this. Now I explore twframework-res.apk with root explorer and I've seen are the images that I have modified, so all ok, however not work...

_FroX_ said:
I do this. Now I explore twframework-res.apk with root explorer and I've seen are the images that I have modified, so all ok, however not work...
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you also need to modified images in framework-res.apk..there are same images in both twframework-res.apk and framework-res.apk..search for it..
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you also need to modified images in framework-res.apk..there are same images in both twframework-res.apk and framework-res.apk..search for it..
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Ok, the same images in the two files (twframework-res.apk and framework-res.apk) but, xml files? I edit one xml but there isn't any change (twframework-res.apk), that xml is neither in framework-res.apk or SystemUI.apk
Edit: Ok, I don't need to edit twframework-res.apk, i need to edit apk xml (in this case, Music.apk) I found the same xml inside, i'll try if work.
Edit2: It's work.

_FroX_ said:
Hi all!
I try edit twframework-res.apk (some images + some xml's) but it has no effect. I try doing wipe dalvik-cache and wipe cache, but nothing, images no change... xml no apply... i dunno what to do.
Any idea?
Thanks!
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hi ,
first what do you want to change exactly ?
in Tw rom the Framework-res.apk is not the same as stock google phone so maybe you have to look inside

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maxx35000 said:
hi ,
first what do you want to change exactly ?
in Tw rom the Framework-res.apk is not the same as stock google phone so maybe you have to look inside
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hi i want to edit the system font color which apk should i edit..framework,systemUI

ngaihomasailo said:
hi i want to edit the system font color which apk should i edit..framework,systemUI
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framework-res.apk.."res/color/ folder" and "res/values/styles.xml"..
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thanks
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Can either of the apks be modified the change the 'theme' of TouchWiz?
Basically to get stock JellyBean look on Samsung Galaxy S2+. For eg, certain menus, radio buttons, preference activities etc...

kanchudeep said:
Can either of the apks be modified the change the 'theme' of TouchWiz?
Basically to get stock JellyBean look on Samsung Galaxy S2+. For eg, certain menus, radio buttons, preference activities etc...
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Yes.
For 99% controls of ui you would need to edit framework-res.apk
Though i prefer apktool + 7zip
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[HOW TO] Set a statusbar backround image for JB SystemUI.apk

Hello Everyone,
as the Title says. We like to mod the statusbar of our Gnex with an backround image.
I tried and searched long to find out how to and finally I found this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1814441
and I can say this works, but you have to follow some steps of mine, so this really really works.
At first I will give credits to powerpoint45, he is the man, who has done all this getting to work. Please hit his thanks-button!!!!
Ok, now we start:
1. Step is, to download the files of powerpoint45 thread
2. Step is to follow his guide, but this is new: use the framework-res of your rom you like to use
So first install the framework-res.apk of your ROM and then install the SystemUI.apk of your ROM
When the SystemUI is successfully decompiled, there you can see a folder "SystemUI"
Go into this folder and then go into the res folder and then into the "drawable-xhdpi" folder
Here you will find a file called "status_bar_bg_tile", this file you can change out with a png you want, but the file must have the SAME name. The size of the png should be 720x30 (CREDITS HERE TO BANKS)
When you replaced this file with the one of your choice , you have to go to the folder /res/values
Here you pick out the drawable.xml
Open with notepad++
edit line 5 into this: @drawable/status_bar_bg_tile
Save the file
Now, make the way Powerpoint45 recompiles, but before you have to copy the META_INF and manifest.xml from the ORIGINAL SystemUI.apk into the decompiled SystemUI folder.
It is possible that you will not see an builded apk like the terminal says, so try this command:
java -jar apktool.jar b SystemUI
After that, there should be a new folder called "dist", here you will find the new SystemUI.apk
Install the new SystemUI the way you like. I use push via adb - then fix permissions (IMPORTANT)
Last Thanks to Powerpoint45 and Banks
I hope this helps you to customize your Gnex a little more!!!
If I missed something, correct me! This is my first little how to! AND SORRY FOR MY BAD ENGLISH!

Pete2506 said:
Hello,
I used the search function, but did not find an answer for my question. I want to theme my statusbar. And want to change the image of the backround image. But in jellybean the png has another name than in earlier android versions.
So I want to know what is the name of the backround image and what is the correct size for the png I want to use.
I hope themers can help.
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Image is called status_bar_bg_tile.png Found in SystemUI.apk res/drawable-xhdpi
Change it to w/e
Go into SystemUI.apk res/values/drawables.xml
Open it.
Change the line out that calls out the statusbar color with this
<drawable name="status_bar_background">@drawable/status_bar_bg_tile</drawable>
Save, Recompile,Flash, Profit, lol
Edit: I always made them 720x30 for the size

BaNkS said:
Image is called status_bar_bg_tile.png Found in SystemUI.apk res/drawable-xhdpi
Change it to w/e
Go into SystemUI.apk res/values/drawables.xml
Open it.
Change the line out that calls out the statusbar color with this
<drawable name="status_bar_background">@drawable/status_bar_bg_tile</drawable>
Save, Recompile,Flash, Profit, lol
Edit: I always made them 720x30 for the size
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Is it possible to resize the image I want, rename the file and make a zipthemer file?
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Pete2506 said:
Is it possible to resize the image I want, rename the file and make a zipthemer file?
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Yeah, you should be alright to resize the image. I don't think you can just make a zipthemer mod since the stock SystemUI calls out an image HEX color instead of an actual image. You would still have to decompile your SystemUI and make that XML edit. After you made that edit, you can rename the statusbar png to w/e you want and make the necessary changes to the XML to call out that image.
Example: <drawable name="status_bar_background">@drawable/whatever your image name is.png</drawable>

drawable.xml is not available in the rom I use. I found an status_bar_bg.xml, but I am not able to open it with notepad++. Decompiling only show *.smali so no xml files

I managed to change the image that I want but still black is shown in statusbar, so wich xml file to edit so that the image is shown?
I attached the sysui.apk The rom I use is jbsourcery2.1
Maybe someone could help better.
Watch out the status_bar_bg_tile.png it is now an image with size 720x30

You should be able to just put an image in the xhdpi folder called status_bar_background.png. I don't recall needing to change any XML to add an image
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nbeebe24 said:
You should be able to just put an image in the xhdpi folder called status_bar_background.png. I don't recall needing to change any XML to add an image
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I have done it, you can see it in the attached file, the image does not change. Status bar is still black
AHHH..., you mean such adding this file
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I decompiled your SystemUI apk and see what you did wrong. You need to have an image name status_bar_background.png as I said before. Not the tile one. Try this and see if it works http://www.mediafire.com/?cka1374omcxny1h

Send me your framework-res.apk I'll take a crack at it

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Could you show us where we can get the title bar image you used.

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powerpoint45 said:
Could you show us where we can get the title bar image you used.
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Here you go!!!
ALL CREDITS FOR THE ORIGINAL PNG TO SCAR FROM MY OLD DESIRE ROM

Does so much people only like the black boring Statusbar?
Doing this, makes it even possible to set a complete transparent Statusbar.
Hm..., somebody interested in Silver Stausbar Icons? Like this:

Pete2506 said:
Does so much people only like the black boring Statusbar?
Doing this, makes it even possible to set a complete transparent Statusbar.
Hm..., somebody interested in Silver Stausbar Icons? Like this:
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That looks awesome
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Thanks for the tutorial. Works like a charm. Question though, has anybody else tried to make a transparent status bar? Mine always reverts back to black and I was just wondering if anyone else had the same problem.
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Dawei87 said:
Thanks for the tutorial. Works like a charm. Question though, has anybody else tried to make a transparent status bar? Mine always reverts back to black and I was just wondering if anyone else had the same problem.
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Are you using a tablet because I don't think u can make it transparent in tablet mode.
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powerpoint45 said:
Are you using a tablet because I don't think u can make it transparent in tablet mode.
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Right now I'm not using tablet mode or anything. I am using a galaxy nexus and when I make it transparent it will look as intended, but then when I open an app or menu and return to the home screen it stays black and the transparency isn't there anymore. Tried using custom images and also just tweaking the colors in the files but both have the same results. I'm stumped at this point.
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Stock nav icons?

I am currently running the AlienDroid V1 ROM, which is fantastic but I don't like the navigation icons. Is there any way to get the stock JB navigation icons?
I've tried decompiling SystemUI.apk and replacing the icons but always run into issues when trying to compile it...
Thanks

Those are nav buttons.
Just download a flushable zip and glad it via CWM.
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danishprakash said:
Those are nav buttons.
Just download a flushable zip and glad it via CWM.
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Umm what?

I will download the rom and try to do it in my free time which should be when the download finishes...unless a ninja quickly goes behind my back and does it faster..

Here try this apk! Using a root file browser app, delete the old SystemUI.apk and replace it with the one attached and set the right permission!
(rw-r--r--)
REMEMBER TO BACKUP

bmg1001 said:
Here try this apk! Using a root file browser app, delete the old SystemUI.apk and replace it with the one attached and set the right permission!
(rw-r--r--)
REMEMBER TO BACKUP
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You are awesome.
Thank you.

[Q] How to replace statusbar icons with the icons from a theme?

Hi Everyone,
I got an other question.I'am using AOSP ICS mmb rom,currently.I want to change its statusbar icon with icons from a theme.I have bought CM10/CM9 Touchwiz theme,from it I want to replace stock icons.I have changed the icons once,but it was from another ROM.
Can anyone tell me which files I must have to copy from touchwiz.apk to systenUI.apk because Touchwiz.apk has all the icons for firmware-res.apk and systemUI.apk.
Can any one help me on that.......

Hi guyz,
I have learned how to change the icons from the theme(thanks to my mind ).But the problem is that the icons are way to big and doesn't fit on SG Gio's screen.
Can anyone help me out? plz help.
Thanks

If you want an app to modify the icons, search for NinjaMorph app.
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DevWithCookies said:
If you want an app to modify the icons, search for NinjaMorph app.
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I know about NinjaMorph.I was asking that to change the lockscreen,changing icons do the trick or we have to do something else.
But Thanks 4 reply :good:

toorentz said:
Hi guyz,
I have learned how to change the icons from the theme(thanks to my mind ).But the problem is that the icons are way to big and doesn't fit on SG Gio's screen.
Can anyone help me out? plz help.
Thanks
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You can change the size of the file icon using Photoshop or AnyPicImageResize via computer

Hakim Rahman said:
You can change the size of the file icon using Photoshop or AnyPicImageResize via computer
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Do you know which size is perfect for SG Gio??

toorentz said:
Do you know which size is perfect for SG Gio??
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I don't know for exact size, but my advice to determine appropriate size enough extracted (using Winrar) apk file that you want to modify!
after apk file is extracted, check the res folder (the folder where the files are xml and icon files)

Hakim Rahman said:
I don't know for exact size, but my advice to determine appropriate size enough extracted (using Winrar) apk file that you want to modify!
after apk file is extracted, check the res folder (the folder where the files are xml and icon files)
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Thanks.
I give it a try

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hi man, i have a dude, i can add my name in lockscreen?
look, when i paint my pattern here i wish can look my name
thanks and sorry for my bad english. i'm argentinian man!
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saltalabanca said:
hi man, i have a dude, i can add my name in lockscreen?
look, when i paint my pattern here i wish can look my name
thanks and sorry for my bad english. i'm argentinian man!
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i believe spacecaker have that guide sir
just search his name and you can change your name in lockscreen too

saltalabanca said:
hi man, i have a dude, i can add my name in lockscreen?
look, when i paint my pattern here i wish can look my name
thanks and sorry for my bad english. i'm argentinian man!
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1. Decompile framework res.apk
2. Go to res/values/string.xml
3. Edit with notepad++
4. Find this : Draw pattern to unlock
5. Replace with ur name
Note: This'll make the Draw pattern to unlock into ur name

thanks sir, before school i try do this.
thanks for two
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GalKill said:
1. Decompile framework res.apk
2. Go to res/values/string.xml
3. Edit with notepad++
4. Find this : Draw pattern to unlock
5. Replace with ur name
Note: This'll make the Draw pattern to unlock into ur name
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when i go to res dont find values

saltalabanca said:
when i go to res dont find values
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you didnt decompile the apk then - you probably just unzipped it
decompiling means you must use apktool to decompile the apk using baksmali
see my thread in my signature for apktool guide

wehn i decompile the apk with apk manager 5.0 cant view the value carpet help me

saltalabanca said:
wehn i decompile the apk with apk manager 5.0 cant view the value carpet help me
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like I said use apktool and read my thread for the guide - link in my signature

i search with root explorer the framework-res.apk and i send the apk from gmail for hotmail and download with my computer. this are ok?

okay, i do all, how to add the newframework-res.apk to mi phone??

saltalabanca said:
okay, i do all, how to add the newframework-res.apk to mi phone??
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rename it back to framework-res.apk and put in a flashable zip and flash in cwm with system mounted
cwm flashable template is
http://d-h.st/sr9
just open with winrar and put your framework-res.apk in system/framework

marcussmith2626 said:
rename it back to framework-res.apk and put in a flashable zip and flash in cwm with system mounted
cwm flashable template is
http://d-h.st/sr9
just open with winrar and put your framework-res.apk in system/framework
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i sign the apk or no sign?
cant sign with drag2sign

saltalabanca said:
i sign the apk or no sign?
cant sign with drag2sign
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no need to resign if you havent changed the androidmanifest.xml and dont use drag2sign to sign system apps - use zipsigner from the playstore

marcussmith2626 said:
no need to resign if you havent changed the androidmanifest.xml and dont use drag2sign to sign system apps - use zipsigner from the playstore
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i flash the zip but nothing change :/
thanks of all mods

saltalabanca said:
i flash the zip but nothing change :/
thanks of all mods
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did you mount system before you flashed the zip?
in cwm goto mounts and storage and mount system (if system is mounted it will display "unmount system")
remember if you are using a cm kernel like biels kernel you have to unmount system and remount it so its best to just unmount it and remount anyway just to make sure