Hello,
I'm looking for some option to enable all of my installed apps in the new multiwindow on android 4.3 without using xposed module, as it makes the phone laggy.
I know there have been some mods for android 4.1.2 but are there some for 4.3?
Maybe You know some method to make this mod myself for the ROM I'm currently using (not making it for every app)?
I'm using n7105.
Ok, found the right app.
It's called mw apps manager and it doesn't require xposed module
Sent from galaxy n7105
Hi,
I recently started getting into Android and all that comes by it, so in case I'm dead-wrong about something, please excuse me and let me know.
I'd like to ask, since I plan on buying the LG G3, and as far as I'm concerned it, as of now, does not have an unlocked bootloader,
What's the level of customization that could be achieved with root only? And what does an unlocked bootloader allows you to do, besides flashing a custom ROM.
A reference to any guide of such would be awesome.
Thanks!
An unlocked bootloader essentially means we can't flash recovery and thus can't install custom ROM's and kernels as of now. Which in terms of "level of customization" means that we can't flash ROMs based on AOSP builds like CM or PA etc.
So for now we're stuck with the stock LG ROM. But having said that, we have root and then Xposed framework. So we can then pretty much customize everything on the stock ROM. Using G3 Tweaksbox Xposed module you can theme about most of the SystemUI elements. That include statusbar icons, color, navigation bar icons and colors, Phone app, Messaging app, Settings, etc. There are tons of Xposed Modules out there to do pretty much almost anything you'll get on a custom ROM by default.
With the Tasker app you can automate almost every action, with Greenify you can hibernate automatically most apps that you run in the background & if you give it root access it can pretty much greenify useless System apps as well.
In short, while you can't *completely* customize everything and completely get rid of some of the crap that OEMs put in, with Xposed Framework & modules and with some really nifty build.prop tricks you can get pretty close to being satisfied with the customizability of your phone.
If you're new to Android though and have never tried custom ROMs you'll be amazed at the sort of stuff that even just root access can do and once we get the bootloader unlock, you'll get even more blown away with flashing new ROMs and checking them out.
Google a bit for something like "Best Root apps for Android" and you'll find that most well known Android blogs have listed the majorly used apps and what you can do with it. You'll get a pretty good idea
if4ct0r said:
An unlocked bootloader essentially means we can't flash recovery and thus can't install custom ROM's and kernels as of now. Which in terms of "level of customization" means that we can't flash ROMs based on AOSP builds like CM or PA etc.
So for now we're stuck with the stock LG ROM. But having said that, we have root and then Xposed framework. So we can then pretty much customize everything on the stock ROM. Using G3 Tweaksbox Xposed module you can theme about most of the SystemUI elements. That include statusbar icons, color, navigation bar icons and colors, Phone app, Messaging app, Settings, etc. There are tons of Xposed Modules out there to do pretty much almost anything you'll get on a custom ROM by default.
With the Tasker app you can automate almost every action, with Greenify you can hibernate automatically most apps that you run in the background & if you give it root access it can pretty much greenify useless System apps as well.
In short, while you can't *completely* customize everything and completely get rid of some of the crap that OEMs put in, with Xposed Framework & modules and with some really nifty build.prop tricks you can get pretty close to being satisfied with the customizability of your phone.
If you're new to Android though and have never tried custom ROMs you'll be amazed at the sort of stuff that even just root access can do and once we get the bootloader unlock, you'll get even more blown away with flashing new ROMs and checking them out.
Google a bit for something like "Best Root apps for Android" and you'll find that most well known Android blogs have listed the majorly used apps and what you can do with it. You'll get a pretty good idea
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Thanks for the info!
Another question, what is exactly the xposed framework?
Ruttix said:
Thanks for the info!
Another question, what is exactly the xposed framework?
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Taken from the Xposed website, I believe this explains it pretty nicely
Xposed is a framework for modules that can change the behavior of the system and apps without touching any APKs. That's great because it means that modules can work for different versions and even ROMs without any changes (as long as the original code was not changed too much). It's also easy to undo. As all changes are done in the memory, you just need to deactivate the module and reboot to get your original system back. There are many other advantages, but here is just one more: Multiple modules can do changes to the same part of the system or app. With modified APKs, you to decide for one. No way to combine them, unless the author builds multiple APKs with different combinations.
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To clarify a bit more, you first root your phone, install Xposed Installer, install the Xposed framework from the Xposed installer and then download & install xposed modules. 'Modules' are essentially just like apps that you install and then enable from the Xposed Installer app. These modules hook into the Xposed framework and can do stuff like root apps can - UI modifications, extending capabilities of default apps like Phone, Messaging, etc.
http://repo.xposed.info/module/de.robv.android.xposed.installer
You can find the Xposed XDA subforum here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed
Ruttix said:
Thanks for the info!
Another question, what is exactly the xposed framework?
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xposed is an app that exposes the core of your operating system (it exposes them to modules made for xposed) to allow modifications that you normally can't do without custom roms.
if4ct0r said:
Taken from the Xposed website, I believe this explains it pretty nicely
To clarify a bit more, you first root your phone, install Xposed Installer, install the Xposed framework from the Xposed installer and then download & install xposed modules. 'Modules' are essentially just like apps that you install and then enable from the Xposed Installer app. These modules hook into the Xposed framework and can do stuff like root apps can - UI modifications, extending capabilities of default apps like Phone, Messaging, etc.
http://repo.xposed.info/module/de.robv.android.xposed.installer
You can find the Xposed XDA subforum here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed
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Thanks so much for the extra information. It does, however, leads me to a follow up question.
There's a tool posted here on the forum, called TweakBox, I think. My question is, are the customizations available there a derivative from the xposed framework?
Ruttix said:
Thanks so much for the extra information. It does, however, leads me to a follow up question.
There's a tool posted here on the forum, called TweakBox, I think. My question is, are the customizations available there a derivative from the xposed framework?
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Yes. The G3 Tweaksbox is an Xposed Module like I mentioned. You can install the app from the play store or get the apk from the thread and install it manually. You'll need to have Xposed Framework installed before that though.
if4ct0r said:
Yes. The G3 Tweaksbox is an Xposed Module like I mentioned. You can install the app from the play store or get the apk from the thread and install it manually. You'll need to have Xposed Framework installed before that though.
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One thing I can't seem to figure out here, those modules, do they come with the framework, or does it supplement tools for developing them?
Ruttix said:
One thing I can't seem to figure out here, those modules, do they come with the framework, or does it supplement tools for developing them?
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The modules can be obtained independently from XDA threads or from the playstore. These are essentially Android apps which use the Xposed modules APIs to achieve there purpose.
Think of the Xposed Framework as a layer that allows apps(referred as modules) to do stuff by exposing some methods that they can use. (I'm trying my best to explain here without being too technical)
What you need to do is to install the Xposed Installer app, open the app and install the xposed framework from it. That will deploy the framework on the OS. You can then install the modules either by finding them on XDA or again by opening the Xposed installer app and going into the downloads section (you can access a whole repository of modules from thr Xposed installer itself. That being said, it's not the only place to find these modules.)
Once you download the modules and install them like you would any APK, you'll need to enable the module(again from the Xposed Installer app) and reboot your phone. The module would now be active and can be used like any Android app.
The best way to learn is to experiment. ☺ Xposed is quite safe and will not brick your device unless you do something really stupid.
if4ct0r said:
The modules can be obtained independently from XDA threads or from the playstore. These are essentially Android apps which use the Xposed modules APIs to achieve there purpose.
Think of the Xposed Framework as a layer that allows apps(referred as modules) to do stuff by exposing some methods that they can use. (I'm trying my best to explain here without being too technical)
What you need to do is to install the Xposed Installer app, open the app and install the xposed framework from it. That will deploy the framework on the OS. You can then install the modules either by finding them on XDA or again by opening the Xposed installer app and going into the downloads section (you can access a whole repository of modules from thr Xposed installer itself. That being said, it's not the only place to find these modules.)
Once you download the modules and install them like you would any APK, you'll need to enable the module(again from the Xposed Installer app) and reboot your phone. The module would now be active and can be used like any Android app.
The best way to learn is to experiment. ☺ Xposed is quite safe and will not brick your device unless you do something really stupid.
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I actually do have some experience with linux and some with programming.. So basically the framework allows you to use APIs you otherwise wouldn't be able to use?
Ruttix said:
I actually do have some experience with linux and some with programming.. So basically the framework allows you to use APIs you otherwise wouldn't be able to use?
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You meaning the module developer. Yes. Check out the Xposed XDA subforum, there used to be a module developer guide in there somewhere.
Say, is this framework for all android devices?
Or are these modules specific for each device?
The Xposed framework is generic. AFAIK it works on all rooted android phones.
While some of us got used to flash 'clean' roms and then tweak it with fantastic xposed modules, now with lollipop upgrade xposed does not work anymore because the use of Art instead of dalvik. At least in the near future...
So what's your alternative to xposed modules?
Some of mine:
.using custom rom DJ kangs (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=47077296&postcount=2)
Has a lot of things we used to find in xposed gravitybox (check changed log) and a superb 'Expanded desktop per app'!
.swipeback: using 'all in one gesture' from play store
.adaway youtube: I'm using a old youtube version (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=23243273&postcount=1).
Works rather well and actually I prefer it to the new youtube, or use from play store 'Viral'.
.multiwindow sidebar (xmultiwimdow and xhalomultiwindow).
No alternative yet... maybe google might introduce it themselves.
I recently installed a custom 6.0.1 ROM (CM13-based Mokee, which is rooted) on my old Galaxy Note 2. I find that I'm really missing some of the Samsung apps (like their email, camera & locker) for which I can't find acceptable alternatives in the Google Play store. Is there a way to get access to the Samsung Galaxy Apps store from my custom ROM so that I can install some of the apps that I used to have before my (ahem) "upgrade?"
AFAIK no, there is no way to get the proprietary apps from stock Touchwiz over to a CM/AOSP based ROM, especially considering you would be using apps from Kitkat Touchwiz on CM/AOSP Marshmallow. They just have too many dependencies baked into the stock ROM other than just having the APK. The only thing you could try: go back to rooted OH3, Titanium Backup (or similar) the apps you desire, then when you go back to Mokee try to restore them. With 95% certainty I would say they won't work. If you heavily rely on the touchwiz apps then go back to OH3, root it, put on xposed framework and Wanam xposed and you will have a decent amount of customization while retaining the stock apps.
I have the Google Pixel XL rooted running Android Oreo with boot-loader unlocked. I used the modded TWRP with SU config and Chainfire's SU with SU Hide by the way to root. I know about theming and a few rooted apps like Greenify to name one. I do not want a custom ROM flashed. I guess is there and thing like Xposed or Gravity box I would be able to use. What are some neat and cool / helpful things to do while rooted on oreo with pixel xl at this point? Anyone got any ides what I should do? !hanks.
Hacker101 said:
I have the Google Pixel XL rooted running Android Oreo with boot-loader unlocked. I used the modded TWRP with SU config and Chainfire's SU with SU Hide by the way to root. I know about theming and a few rooted apps like Greenify to name one. I do not want a custom ROM flashed. I guess is there and thing like Xposed or Gravity box I would be able to use. What are some neat and cool / helpful things to do while rooted on oreo with pixel xl at this point? Anyone got any ides what I should do? !hanks.
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This belongs in Q&A for starters.
Right now for Oreo there is Substratum/Andromeda, and some flashable Aroma installer mods. A custom Kernel like ElementalX gives further customization performance wise as well as wake gestures, colour control, and brightness tweaks.
nadiros said:
This belongs in Q&A for starters.
Right now for Oreo there is Substratum/Andromeda, and some flashable Aroma installer mods. A custom Kernel like ElementalX gives further customization performance wise as well as wake gestures, colour control, and brightness tweaks.
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Just to note, Andromeda is only needed for unrooted phones. If you have root, you can substratum without issue
tylerlawhon said:
Just to note, Andromeda is only needed for unrooted phones. If you have root, you can substratum without issue
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I can install Substratum in the Play Store on Stock Rooted Oreo and be okay?
Zwitterion said:
I can install Substratum in the Play Store on Stock Rooted Oreo and be okay?
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Yes doing it right now
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I can install Substratum in the Play Store on Stock Rooted Oreo and be okay?
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Yes doing it right now
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Yes doing it right now
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Yes doing it right now
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Installed Substratum and applied a theme. Nothing changed.
Zwitterion said:
Installed Substratum and applied a theme. Nothing changed.
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Did it prompt you for root? Have you rebooted? What theme was it?
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Did it prompt you for root? Have you rebooted? What theme was it?
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Yes, yes,.and it was Destiny theme.
Zwitterion said:
Yes, yes,.and it was Destiny theme.
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So far the only one that really works on the pixel XL is the Swift black , destiny doesn't work very well I haven't found any apps that work with Destiny all I use is Swift black and every so often there's one or two apps that won't work because of updates or or what not so I use Onyx too. Also what works with Swift black and helps,is if you only do 5 at a time and if still something doesn't come out right sometimes you have to reboot for it to take effect... Good luck
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Lone4subs, domination, Sprite, focus, are just a few themes that work for me on Oreo. They are all paid themes though. I would recommend lone4subs but you have to enroll in the beta version for it to work with Oreo.
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I also reccomend swift black for substratum. great dark theme. updated all of the time.
mods and things that I use;
- system ui tuner; change # of quick tiles, animation speed, etc
- Apex Launcher (very customizable n lite)
- AfWall (firewall to block apps from internet access)
- disable service (disable things like advertising ID, analytics, etc in google play services, some apps, etc)
- custom nagivation bar (change navbar layout n look)
- with magisk I use a few modules; GMs doze, busybox, etc)
- graby spin ui (icon set)
- signal messenger (instead of messenger)
- anysoftkeyboard
- fx file manager
- adaway for adblocking
- ex kernel manager
- exNoShades-eas kernel (which adds a bunch of features, optimizations, security/hardening, etc... i'm the dev)...
i pretty much replace or modify everything on the stock rom that i don't like, or needs improvements.
I agree with @roman.ramirez.12 ~ If you like dark themes, Swift Black is great. Constant updates, works well.
Some mods, appss and stuff that I can't do without;
- Apex Lanucher (Lite and customization).
- FX File Manager
- OS Monitor
- AFwall (Firewall for blocking apps internet access)
- Custom Navigation Bar (change navbar layout, functionality and style)
- System UI Tuner (tweak Quick settings tile #, change animation speeds to 0.75)
- AdAway (Block all advertising. Available in Fdroid app store)
- Magisk + a few modules (Pass Safetynet, Magisk hide. Modules: GMZ Doze, etc)
- EX Kernel Manager (for tuning custom kernel settings)
- exNoShadez-eas Kernel (My kernel / I'm the dev. Passes SafetyNet check. Most of the extra features other kernels have + additional
hardening/security features and some other features - too much/specific to get into here).
Using all of the above, I get a decent amount of customization to the Stock rom, plus all of the goodies one might want out of a kernel (and then some. lol)... I use most of these apps on any device (have for years, in some cases) and the kernel I develop exclusively for the Pixel / Pixel XL.