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I was running the app Screen Adjuster to make my screen on my Note 2 just a little warmer and it seemed to work for that.
I found later that I could not install an app copied from another device that should install. I just thought the app could have been corrupted and went on without it. Then I could not install a new app from Amazon. So after doing some checking settings and so forth I decide to reinstall the Amazon Appstore app and the newly downloaded Amazon Appstore app would not install either.
I knew something weird was going on. I did some searching and found nothing pertaining to the Note 2 for the problem. I did find a thread about the Nexus 7 on Android Central Forums where someone had a similar problem. B. Diddy posted that he had found screen filters could cause installation problems. I remembered I was using the app Screen Adjuster on my Note 2. Once I removed the app Screen Adjuster app everything installed as it should.
So thanks B. Diddy
This is to give warning to help others.
Weird.
I already knew about this. There are some comments at the Play Store. What I always do when installing new apks, I just turn it off first then install any new app and turn it on back...solve the problem...
Yup, this also happens with Screen Filter app. Just turn the app off, install, then turn app back on.
Thanks for the heads up, was looking for an app to change some display parameters. Hopefully this can push my screen to the cooler side of colors.
EarlZ said:
Thanks for the heads up, was looking for an app to change some display parameters. Hopefully this can push my screen to the cooler side of colors.
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I am using this app to make my screen more cooler/blueish..I don't like warm/yellowish tint.
tot31 said:
I already knew about this. There are some comments at the Play Store. What I always do when installing new apks, I just turn it off first then install any new app and turn it on back...solve the problem...
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MarionCast said:
Yup, this also happens with Screen Filter app. Just turn the app off, install, then turn app back on.
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That is fine if you remember what is causing the problem.:fingers-crossed: It is something that may allow me to be willing to try screen adjuster again as it does seem to work.
Hi XDA,
Tried installing downloaded APK App on my phone but the INSTALL BUTTON won't work, cannot be clicked, the CANCEL BUTTON is fine. I had tried several App APK but they are all the same. My is not rooted. JB 4.1.2 Please help ... :crying:
Restart ur device once n try
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It happens if you are using some screen adjusting app like Screen Adjuster. You will have to turn it off to make the install option activate.
AppWidgetDisplay
Also AppWidgetDisplay for Sony Smartwatch causes such behavior.
I wish saw this a few months ago
jujuburi said:
It happens if you are using some screen adjusting app like Screen Adjuster. You will have to turn it off to make the install option activate.
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Yup, I have a Note 2 - the OLED screen can be problematic for my artwork without toning down the red. I imagine I'm not the only artist to use a Note as a quick and dirty, extemporaneous and backup portfolio.
Sure enough "Screen Adjuster" which allows RGB color balancing also makes the Install button unclickable when directly installing APKs. Drove me nuts - always found a temporary solution - rebooting, stopping Play Services, clearing caches for Services and the Play app (plus Aptiode, etc.) but these were hit and miss. Turned it off and it worked without any other hoops to jump through.
Glad I came across this - I don't usually install APKs at this point as my Note 2's apps/uses are pretty stable at this point, but for those days when you have 15 Xposed Framework APKs to install... and. clicking! stabbing! the damn! install button. does. nothing. ...yeeesh.
Figured this out from an Phandroid thread that listed similar apps:
Easyeyez Screen Filter
Twilight Filter
...and other screen dimming filter apps. The post is long because it's been a hassle for a long time... and hopefully to make it a bit easier for someone to find, including the above apps.
God that was annoying. Now to fix my memleak/lag issues.
Rotation manager is causing this too.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2405849
Echo Lock Screen was the culprit for me.
Happened to me a few times I reboot and if that doesnt work then I clear the caches. Its been a while since I have seen that.
Wow unimaginable
This is unimaginable. Who could think something like a display app (Twilight for me) could create such a condition.
I checked and checked my security settings to confirm I have set the option "to install from unkown sources". I also tried various developer options, but all futile! Also tried rebooting the phone! Nothing worked :crying: until I hit this post! :laugh:
Lots and lots of thanks to this post. I can now turn of the Twilight app and install other apps.
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sehradinesh said:
(Twilight for me)
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Same here. This is the oddest thing I ever seen on my Android till now.
fernandovg said:
Rotation manager is causing this too.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2405849
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@fernandovg did you ever find a solution or alternative app for this? if it wasn't for your post about this, i'd still be scouring the internet for answers to button functionality being broken. Also, did you experience any apps that you allowed to rotate not rotating? ie - i set chrome, youtube, reddit, any other app i may view video in to enable rotation so i can have full screen, but that function was broken too the app worked 100% for the first while i had it installed then just crapped out on me for some reason. I messaged the creator of the app for a response so i'll see where that takes me. did you notice malfunction around the time of flashing any roms with stagefright patches by chance? it's the only thing i can think of that was out of the ordinary that i did around the time i notice malfunction. thanks for your input.
wave unlock
i had the same issue, stopped Wave Unlock - app using sensor to wake up my phone (screen on). it worked
Also lux can do this
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How do I do so?
cypherlwind said:
Hi XDA,
Tried installing downloaded APK App on my phone but the INSTALL BUTTON won't work, cannot be clicked, the CANCEL BUTTON is fine. I had tried several App APK but they are all the same. My is not rooted. JB 4.1.2 Please help ... :crying:
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Might be because of an screen overlay
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Do you install any "Screen Filter"? If the the app install, try to disable the screen filter first, then try install the apk.
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Might be because of an screen overlay
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It happens to me because of overlay browser.
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Hi,
My friend also faced the same problem, and then he asked me if I could help him fix this.
Then I made some research, and finally I was able to find a solution to this problem.
Solution:
1. If you use any application "Screen Filter" , please disable the screen filter.
2. Then you try to install the application, then re-enable your screen filter. (It is up to you whether you want to re-enable or not, if enabled you should turn off your screen filter if you want to install an apk.
Press Thanks if I helped.
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Hi,
My friend also faced the same problem, and then he asked me if I could help him fix this.
Then I made some research, and finally I was able to find a solution to this problem.
Solution:
1. If you use any application "Screen Filter" , please disable the screen filter.
2. Then you try to install the application, then re-enable your screen filter. (It is up to you whether you want to re-enable or not, if enabled you should turn off your screen filter if you want to install an apk.
Press Thanks if I helped.
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Thanks it work. [emoji106]
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cypherlwind said:
Hi XDA,
Tried installing downloaded APK App on my phone but the INSTALL BUTTON won't work, cannot be clicked, the CANCEL BUTTON is fine. I had tried several App APK but they are all the same. My is not rooted. JB 4.1.2 Please help ... :crying:
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Overlay
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Really a great gestures app to mimic iOS gestures. I use the navigation gestures option because I could not deal with the navigation bar not matching my keyboard. The gestures work pretty well and I got used to them, but I did not like the Back option. Too many times trying to go back ended up with me opening recents or going home.
I really wanted a gesture to swipe the screen from left to right to go back and this app allows me to. Works great with a few customization options. It was removed from the playstore but the apk can still be sideloaded
https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/ys-liang/all-in-one-gestures-2/all-in-one-gestures-2-5-9-release/
Thanks for sharing. IMHO The OnePlus gestures are the best I've tried on any phone. The more options there are, the better off we are.
Thanks for sharing, I love the Swype from the left to go back feature
Hey Guys, if you wan't, you can also try an app called 'Fooview', which is available in playstore (No need Root access) and its amazing, you can set the swipe option from right to left for back in this app as well. it also comes with a browser, file manager, and allow to take screen short of any specified portion on your screen. It will also help to convert the 'letters' in an image to edit/copy. The main advantage is it work with very less battery drain and comes with small in size. this is one of the best app I have ever used. and I'm using this for the last 2 Years. Just try it, it is amazing.
It's asking for some unusual permissions like location
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It's asking for some unusual permissions like location
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Never mind, Ignore it. It will work perfectly.
I found both of these apps to be scetchy and not any good.
I rather sugest the app called Fluid Navigation Gesture on play store.
It gives you the Miui10 Navigations that work great without any overlay or stuff like that.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fb.fluid&hl=no
ACB369 said:
Never mind, Ignore it. It will work perfectly.
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Never ignore such permissions, it may be a malicious app.
devilrulz4ever said:
Never ignore such permissions, it may be a malicious app.
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Yea, but this will work perfectly without giving the location permission. And this app is available in play-store, which is verified by the google, then will it be a malicious app ?
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Yea, but this will work perfectly without giving the location permission. And this app is available in play-store, which is verified by the google, then will it be a malicious app ?
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You'd be surprised but there are apps that are not checked more in-depth before being accepted on Play Store
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Yea, but this will work perfectly without giving the location permission. And this app is available in play-store, which is verified by the google, then will it be a malicious app ?
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There are many apps which get through the checks. Check the news, you'll find many articles about google removing app from the play store every now and then.
Even a seemingly trustworthy app can do a lot of harm. Even if the app is a bit sketchy its better to stay away from it.
ACB369 said:
Hey Guys, if you wan't, you can also try an app called 'Fooview', which is available in playstore (No need Root access) and its amazing, you can set the swipe option from right to left for back in this app as well. it also comes with a browser, file manager, and allow to take screen short of any specified portion on your screen. It will also help to convert the 'letters' in an image to edit/copy. The main advantage is it work with very less battery drain and comes with small in size. this is one of the best app I have ever used. and I'm using this for the last 2 Years. Just try it, it is amazing.
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I agree. I've tried damn near all the gesture apps but I keep going back to fooview. It's like 20 apps in one with an abundance of gesture options.
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mokash34 said:
Thanks for sharing. IMHO The OnePlus gestures are the best I've tried on any phone. The more options there are, the better off we are.
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I find the navbar gestures severely lacking. Swipe from left or right edge up for back? On which planet? Ever tried this swipe on Chrome with a longish text loaded? All you get is a scroll back and not back. Or maybe I am misunderstanding the directions. How difficult is it to add a graphic to illustrate?
A couple apps that I use frequently, namely Walmart and Starbucks, will not allow install because "This app is not optimized for this device"... Is there a safe way around this?
I don't know about Starbucks but, Walmart app installed from backup from Galaxy S10 and is working just fine. Auto rotate and everything.
If it won't load it needs to be updated (the app).
Why would you want either one running as an app? Pure trashware. Don't know about Starwhatever but Walmart runs fine in the browser. Best kept there.
FB, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instascam, etc are a stone's throw from outright malware. Even if I can I don't want to even use those sites in the browser. I'll never load them as an app.
Not trusted apps... actions have consequences, be careful what you allow to run on your device.
The restore from my original device and then an app store update did the trick. Thanks.
emtownsend said:
The restore from my original device and then an app store update did the trick. Thanks.
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Don't use Smartswitch going between different devices or OS's especially for apps.
blackhawk said:
Don't use Smartswitch going between different devices or OS's especially for apps.
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I was trying to avoid it...
I've read that this occurs only on the inner screen. I think to get around it you can close the play store then reopen it on the cover screen to install. Once installed you can use on either screen
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I was trying to avoid it...
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Kies was buggy too.
On the same device/firmware version it may work ok, I'll test it next reload but just for homepage settings, maybe apps.
Always use another backup method for critical data' SmartSwitch should never be the primary backup.
If it works, swell... but don't count on it
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Kies was buggy too.
On the same device/firmware version it may work ok, I'll test it next reload but just for homepage settings, maybe apps.
Always use another backup method for critical data' SmartSwitch should never be the primary backup.
If it works, swell... but don't count on it
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I miss the days of rooted Titanium Backup... LOL
Somebody on reddit confirmed to me just now it worked for them with a different app
mitchh said:
I've read that this occurs only on the inner screen. I think to get around it you can close the play store then reopen it on the cover screen to install. Once installed you can use on either screen
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mitchh said:
I've read that this occurs only on the inner screen. I think to get around it you can close the play store then reopen it on the cover screen to install. Once installed you can use on either screen
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Tried the outer screen for the walkie talkie app for my galaxy watch 4 and it says the same not optimized
Sonin66 said:
Tried the outer screen for the walkie talkie app for my galaxy watch 4 and it says the same not optimized
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hmm weird did you close the store completely then reopen it on the cover screen?
mitchh said:
hmm weird did you close the store completely then reopen it on the cover screen?
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Yep, just tried your suggestion and still a no go for me
Sonin66 said:
Yep, just tried your suggestion and still a no go for me
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yeah I just checked and it says that app isn't compatible with any of my devices if I go to it on my pc. rip
Just get the apk and install that.
chieco said:
Just get the apk and install that.
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How do we get the apk file
blackhawk said:
If it won't load it needs to be updated (the app).
Why would you want either one running as an app? Pure trashware. Don't know about Starwhatever but Walmart runs fine in the browser. Best kept there.
FB, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instascam, etc are a stone's throw from outright malware. Even if I can I don't want to even use those sites in the browser. I'll never load them as an app.
Not trusted apps... actions have consequences, be careful what you allow to run on your device.
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Not sure why you say this.
I've had these apps for years with no problems whatsoever.
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Not sure why you say this.
I've had these apps for years with no problems whatsoever.
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Simple, they are needless security risks and trashware with active internet access.
If you can't sort this out then enjoy the ride.
Sonin66 said:
How do we get the apk file
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Type the name of the app followed with apk download into Google and many sites who have the apk should pop up. Download it and simply install it.
chieco said:
Type the name of the app followed with apk download into Google and many sites who have the apk should pop up. Download it and simply install it.
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So while I was able to find and download the apk file, it still won't install.
Hello, after latest update i get ControlPanel crashing. Anyone else? This is control panel that comes when you fold the phone on half and use bottom half for the controls on video
ps: Someone on reddit told me if i have 3d dynamic wallpaper. And this was the problem lol, i cant believe this
Any specific app? Cause I was just using it yesterday on MLB.tv with no issues.
Also, what model ZF3 are you using?
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Any specific app? Cause I was just using it yesterday on MLB.tv with no issues.
Also, what model ZF3 are you using?
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no specific app, any app that ulitize control panel when half folded. F926B/DS. Even tried clearing cache from controlpanel. No difference.
klemen241 said:
no specific app, any app that ulitize control panel when half folded. F926B/DS. Even tried clearing cache from controlpanel. No difference.
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Ok. I'm on the US unlocked model, so I can't help you. Sorry.
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Ok. I'm on the US unlocked model, so I can't help you. Sorry.
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for now seems i am only one with this problem. Very odd
Have you uninstalled or disabled system apps with adb?
thuglife said:
Have you uninstalled or disabled system apps with adb?
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i did, but before update, and it all worked. But i only disabled safe apps, not sure which one would be messing up
Someone on reddit told me if i have 3d dynamic wallpaper. And this was the problem lol, i cant believe this
Control panel? What does that mean? There's an application or software on Samsung/Android devices called "control panel?”
klemen241 said:
i did, but before update, and it all worked. But i only disabled safe apps, not sure which one would be messing up
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I kept getting system UI errors in Dex. Did a fresh install, no issues. Started uninstalling the usual stuff through the adb app and after again issues. Did a fresh install again and decided to disable the system apps instead of uninstalling them and there were no issues. My thought is that my issue was related to what shown in the settings app as I usually uninstall digital wellbeing and tips and these options would be gone from the settings, now when they are disabled they still show but dont react when pressed.
Do you still have shortcuts of one of the apps you uninstalled/disabled in the control panel?
pieces of cake said:
Control panel? What does that mean? There's an application or software on Samsung/Android devices called "control panel?”
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ITs samsung system app yes, its control pannel that shows up when oyu watch videos with phone half folded
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I kept getting system UI errors in Dex. Did a fresh install, no issues. Started uninstalling the usual stuff through the adb app and after again issues. Did a fresh install again and decided to disable the system apps instead of uninstalling them and there were no issues. My thought is that my issue was related to what shown in the settings app as I usually uninstall digital wellbeing and tips and these options would be gone from the settings, now when they are disabled they still show but dont react when pressed.
Do you still have shortcuts of one of the apps you uninstalled/disabled in the control panel?
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already fixed it. It was control panel that is there when watching videos half folded