Hi, simple MOD to change the boot image of your tab.
HOWTO:
1- put your device in download mode;
2- flash with odin the attached file (PDA filed);
3- copy in the /mnt/.lfs/ folder your new image called logo.jpg
4- reboot and enjoy it!
IMPORTANT:
1- rename the image before the copy cause after you cannot mod it;
2- the image must have the same res of your tab;
3- images too big might don't work.
4- If something go wrong just reflash the .tar and follow again the steps above.
Thanks to ffgf that tested it.
Skin1980 said:
Hi, simple MOD to change the boot image of your tab.
HOWTO:
1- put your device in download mode;
2- flash with odin the attached file (PDA filed);
3- copy in the /mnt/.lfs/ folder your new image called logo.jpg
4- reboot and enjoy it!
IMPORTANT:
1- rename the image before the copy cause after you cannot mod it;
2- the image must have the same res of your tab;
3- images too big might don't work.
4- If something go wrong just reflash the .tar and follow again the steps above.
Thanks to ffgf that tested it.
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Gonna try this one later. Thx man
Interesting...I never spotted this before. I still have my old 1010, I'll have to try this out! :good:
This tutorial is written for those interested in modifying the framework-res.apk to enable/disable CRT-Off effect on ICS (Samsung) ROMs using Windows 7. I'm sure it doesn't vary that much with other operating systems. I have used many tutorials from XDA (sources below) - but I will compile everything into one easy guide. Hope this helps! Otherwise, you can get the CWM flashable ones here.
What you need
- APKTool: apktool.jar, aapt.exe, apktool.bat, apktool1.4.3.tar.bz2
- APK Multi-Tool
- XML Editor: Notepad++ or Windows Notepad
- WinRAR or 7-zip
Update: You can also use this modified ApkTool. - thanks sileshnair.
Instructions
I will be splitting this tutorial into several steps to break down the processes (and possibly provide easier troubleshooting help).
Setting up the Files You Need
1. Download all the files needed above.
2. Install necessary programs (winRAR, 7-zip, Notepad++, APK Multi-Tool, etc.)
APK Multi Tool should ask you to choose a default folder. Just make sure you know where it is.3. Create a folder where you can access. (for me: My Documents/Flash/APKTool)
4. Place: apktool.jar, aapt.exe, apktool.bat, and apktool1.4.3.tar.bz2 into that folder.
Decompile
1. Obtain framework-res.apk from your phone. This can be done using Root Explorer and going to: system/framework/
2. Place framework-res.apk into the folder where you placed apktool.jar (and the rest of them).
3. Exit the folder (so that you are looking at it as "APKTool"). Hold-shift and right-click the folder (APKTools), and select "open command window here.
4. A command prompt should pop up. Type the following:
apktool if framework-res.apkapktool d frameowrk-res.apk
This should decompile the framework, allow it to run and close after it completes.
Editing CRT-Off Effect
1. Once the decompiling completes, go back into "APKTools" folder and you should see another folder (framework-res).
2. Open it, and go to: framework-res/res/values.
3. Right-click bools.xml and either press "edit" or "edit with Notepad++".
4. Find the line that says "(bool name="config_animateScreenLights">true</bool) (I changed the first and last part into brackets because it would comflict with the forum code, it should be "<" and ">" respectively).
5. Change the "true" to "false".
6. Save and close.
Compiling
1. Go back into APKTools folder where you had apktool.jar, apktool1.4.3.tar.bz2, etc.
2. Unzip apktool1.4.3.tar.bz2, and unzip again, inside should be a file called "apktools.jar". Replace the original one in "APKTool" folder.
3. Leave the folder (like you did in decompiling) and hold shift and right-click the folder and select "open command window here".
4. Type the following in the command window:
apktool b framework-res5. Now go to: APKTool/framework-res/dist/
6. There should a file created called "framework-res.apk", right-click and open with winRAR or 7-zip.
7. In winRAR, click "Extract To" and press OK. (Pretty sure you can extract in 7zip too).
8. This should create a new folder called "framework-res". Go inside it where you see the files (assets, res, AndroidManifest, resource.arsc).
9. Go find your original framework-res.apk (located in the root APKTool/ folder) and right-click and open with winRAR (or 7zip).
10. Select "META-INF" and "AndroidManifest.xml" and extract it to the folder created in step 8.
11. Select-all the files within the folder (of step 8) (it should now contain: assets, res, META-INF, AndroidManifest, resource.arsc) and right-click and "add to archive" (again, with winRAR - sure 7zip is something else).
12. In the prompt, change the following: Archive format = zip, Compression method = store. Press OK.
13. This should once again create a framework-res.zip file in the folder.
14. Press alt (assuming you are using Window 7) > Tools > Folder Options. Press the view tab, and uncheck "hide extensions for known file types.
15. Rename "framework-res.zip" to "framework-res.apk".
Now this "framework-res.apk" file is ready to be pushed to your phone's system/framework folder. Your phone should hang, restart it, and you now have CRT-Off effect! If you want to make a CWM flashable - below is the tutorial.
Making a CMW-Flashable File
1. Go below and download my template.zip. Extract the folder "template".
2. Take the completed framework-res.apk from earlier and place it in: template/system/framework.
3. In the template/ root directory, select META-INF and system and right-click, add to archive.
4. In the prompt, change the following: Archive format = zip. You can rename it to whatever you wish "LPS_CRTOff_On.zip".
5. Take the zip file to where your APK Multi Tool directory and place it in the "place-apk-here-for-signing" folder.
6. Open APK Multi Tool application from the start menu > programs.
7. Press any key to continue, and press 19 (Sign an apk (Batch Support)(inside place-apk-here-for-signing folder only)).
8. It should close when it is done, the zip is now ready to be flashed with your phone.
And there we go. I tried! LOL. Good luck. =) If I wasn't very clear, you can go back to my sources and derive what I did from them.
Sources
- [MOD] Decompile and Rebuild ICS framework-res.apk without errors by stars2
- [Tutorial] How to add CRT TV off effect by tweezit
- [TUTORIAL] How to create an CWM installable .zip (Mod) by FlorisNL
Thanks, thanks and thanks. This is the first method that works for me to decompile framework-res.apk and systemui.apk. Thank you.
Nice writeup thanx !
But isn't it easier to just use apk-multitool for the entire thing ?
I know i always do it like this (even when it still was called apk manager)
Brotuck said:
Nice writeup thanx !
But isn't it easier to just use apk-multitool for the entire thing ?
I know i always do it like this (even when it still was called apk manager)
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I tried it with ICS roms and it did not work for me. Thus - having to use the apktool instead. =(
This apkmanager will work on ICS roms. Tested. All credit to Wanam.
sileshnair said:
This apkmanager will work on ICS roms. Tested. All credit to Wanam.
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Sweet thanks!
@krazykat
On bools.xml:
<bool name="config_animateScreenLights">false</bool>
It is set to 'false' by default.
Any idea on this? Thanks in advance.
More info: Xperia Neo V, official ICS 4.0.4 by Sony
dafuq is CRT-OFF?
Thanks you so much @ OP
It was a very simple task.
:highfive:Hello,
i used this tut from this link below and sucsefully removed unlock text on my sgw with REBEL ROM
here is the link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1561369
the only differnce at me was the line to delete it into CircleLockScreen.smali.
.line 159
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i'm newbe but its very simple
If you like it press Thanks Button :fingers-crossed::fingers-crossed: by dev LegendK95 for this tut
P.S: At first i have error at cmd window and had to rename folder.
You can download the Unlock.rar file from DL Link unpack it on your PC push your android-policy.jar file into folder and follow the post from Dev.The Folder include all files you need to mod
DL:
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/70025396/Unlock.rar
IF YOU WANT CHANGE LOCKSCREEN TEXT AND ANOTHER ONE THIS IS TUTORIAL HOW I DO THAT SUCCSEFULLY!!!
You need:
1.APK Manager or APK tool installed on your PC and Notepadd++ for editing .xml files and 7Zip to open .apk files
2.Copy your original framework-res.apk into Input Folder
3.rund script.bat for Windows user right click run as admin.
4.Choose first option 22 to set the current project
5.Choose 9 to decompile framework-res.apk
6.now you goto folder /projects/framework-res.apk/res/values/strings.xml and open it with Notepad++
7.Now you can edit what you want to change.(THIS IS ONLY FOR ENGLISH!!!)
7a. Ctrl+f and searc for "swipe to unlock" and change text
7.b I look by Ibanez7 some silly Screenshot where he changed
RECOVERY---> BOOTLOOP or
DOWNLOAD --> HARDBRICK :laugh::laugh:
you can change if you want those things just a few lines under Unlocktext line,you see it.
see here :
http://dl.xda-developers.com/attach.../4/8/0/6/5/uploadfromtaptalk1340385533687.jpg
If your system language is e.g German as by me you must goto
values-de/strings.xml and make changes there.
All changes made now we must recompile framework-res.apk
8. Choose 11 to recompile and wait
8a. Choose Y for system file and choose Y at second question.
8.b we have 2 folders now build and keep folders
9.We made changes of .xml files so we goto keep folder on the root and delete resources.arsc from keep folder and push any button
9a. into input folder we have file unsignedframework-res.apk
9b. Choose 12 to resign the file.
When i put those file into system/framework folder i have a lot of FC so i do a follow step.(IT'S VERY IMPORTANT)
10. Choose original framework-res.apk rightclick -->7Zip--->Open (let this window open)
11. Goto Apk Manager Folder then to projects/framework-res.apk/built/apk and pick the resources.arsc file and drag and drop copy into 7 Zip Opened window.Apply it.
12.Close 7Zip Window.
13.Push framework-res.apk file from input folder NOT signedframework-res.apk
into system/framework and overwrite the original one.
14 Reboot once and thats all
Enjoy :highfive::highfive::highfive:
C ya
If you like it press -----> Thanks Button
help!!
AsmirGT said:
:highfive:Hello,
i used this tut from this link below and sucsefully removed unlock text on my sgw with REBEL ROM
here is the link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1561369
the only differnce at me was the line to delete it into CircleLockScreen.smali.
i'm newbe but its very simple
If you like it press Thanks Button :fingers-crossed::fingers-crossed: by dev LegendK95 for this tut
P.S: At first i have error at cmd window and had to rename folder.
You can download the Unlock.rar file from DL Link unpack it on your PC push your android-policy.jar file into folder and follow the post from Dev.The Folder include all files you need to mod
DL:
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/70025396/Unlock.rar
IF YOU WANT CHANGE LOCKSCREEN TEXT AND ANOTHER ONE THIS IS TUTORIAL HOW I DO THAT SUCCSEFULLY!!!
You need:
1.APK Manager or APK tool installed on your PC and Notepadd++ for editing .xml files and 7Zip to open .apk files
2.Copy your original framework-res.apk into Input Folder
3.rund script.bat for Windows user right click run as admin.
4.Choose first option 22 to set the current project
5.Choose 9 to decompile framework-res.apk
6.now you goto folder /projects/framework-res.apk/res/values/strings.xml and open it with Notepad++
7.Now you can edit what you want to change.(THIS IS ONLY FOR ENGLISH!!!)
7a. Ctrl+f and searc for "swipe to unlock" and change text
7.b I look by Ibanez7 some silly Screenshot where he changed
RECOVERY---> BOOTLOOP or
DOWNLOAD --> HARDBRICK :laugh::laugh:
you can change if you want those things just a few lines under Unlocktext line,you see it.
see here :
http://dl.xda-developers.com/attach.../4/8/0/6/5/uploadfromtaptalk1340385533687.jpg
If your system language is e.g German as by me you must goto
values-de/strings.xml and make changes there.
All changes made now we must recompile framework-res.apk
8. Choose 11 to recompile and wait
8a. Choose Y for system file and choose Y at second question.
8.b we have 2 folders now build and keep folders
9.We made changes of .xml files so we goto keep folder on the root and delete resources.arsc from keep folder and push any button
9a. into input folder we have file unsignedframework-res.apk
9b. Choose 12 to resign the file.
When i put those file into system/framework folder i have a lot of FC so i do a follow step.(IT'S VERY IMPORTANT)
10. Choose original framework-res.apk rightclick -->7Zip--->Open (let this window open)
11. Goto Apk Manager Folder then to projects/framework-res.apk/built/apk and pick the resources.arsc file and drag and drop copy into 7 Zip Opened window.Apply it.
12.Close 7Zip Window.
13.Push framework-res.apk file from input folder NOT signedframework-res.apk
into system/framework and overwrite the original one.
14 Reboot once and thats all
Enjoy :highfive::highfive::highfive:
C ya
If you like it press -----> Thanks Button
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it keeps me sending annoying FC screens.. i follow all the directions carefully, what should i do
thenks
You are responsible for your actions not me.
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Hi all Im new to the dev scene here on xda but recently I flashed Likewise S5 on my SGH-I747M you can find the link below. So likewise runs on @ibuddlers kernel and its a really good kernel but i was tired of the same "SAMSUNG GALAXY SIII" boot logo before the animation. So i looked around and found a thread to change the logo (link also below). I wanted to change my logo but not drasticaly. I was looking at some new devices booting up on youtube eg. S6,M9 and found they all had this "POWERED BY ANDROID" logo on the bottom of the booting screen. Thats what I put in and im going to show you guys how.
Requirements:
-Android kitchen
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=3229484&d=1427333849
-Windows Imge Editor
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2313470&d=1381334320
-IMG to TAR tool
https://www.mediafire.com/?3bnt4ifsznmocog
-kernel of your choice the "boot.img" file
-Odin Flasher tool and knowledge of how to use it
LETS BEGIN:
STEP 1 : UNPACK THE KERNEL
-Extract android kitchen to the desktop in a folder called "aIMGchanger"
-Extract Windows Image Editior to the desktop in a folder called "wIMGtool"
-Put boot.img in the "aIMGchanger" folder
-Open CMD in the "aIMGchanger" folder and type the following command
Code:
unpackimg boot.img
STEP 2: FIND THE IMAGE AND CONVERT IT TO PNG
-Now go to the aIMGchanger\ramdisk folder
-Look for the ".rle" file mine was "initlogo.rle"
-Copy that file and paste it in the "wIMGtool" folder you created earlier (remember its name)
-Open CMD in the "wIMGtool" folder and type the following command
Code:
rle2png nameoftthrle.rle 000x000
nameoftthrle.rle = write the name of your rle
000x000 = write your phone's resolution
FOR EXAMPLE MINE WOULD BE:
Code:
rle2png initlogo.rle 720x1280
-Close the CMD Window now
-There should now be a .png file in the "wIMGtool" folder
-Edit it with the photo editor of your choice and place it back in the "wIMGtool" folder
STEP 3: Convert the PNG back to RLE
-Open CMD in the "wIMGtool" folder and type the following command
Code:
png2rle nameofttherle.png
nameoftthrle.rle = write the name of your rle
STEP 4: PLCAE THE RLE BACK IN AND REPACK THE BOOT.IMG
-Now you should have a file like this "nameofyourrle.rle.png.rle"
-Rename it to the orignal file name you remember from STEP 2
-Place it back in the aIMGchanger\ramdisk folder
Open CMD in the "wIMGtool" folder and type the following command
Code:
repackimg
-Rename the "image-new.img" to "boot.img"
STEP 5: CONVERT IMG TO TAR AND FLASH VIA ODIN
-Extract the IMG to TAR tool and place your new boot.img inside the extracted folder
-Run "ImgToTar.MD5.bat"
-There should now be a boot.tar file in the IMGtoTartool folder
-Open Odin and Flash it
-Enjoy
LINKS:
Orignal Thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2476783
LIKEWISE S5
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2725192
MY CUSTOM RLE WITH "POWERED BY ANDROID" IS UPLOADED HERE AND YOU GUYS CAN USE IT
bro i need help
Here is a lil tutorial for the easy way to theme your CWM or TWRP recovery backround and buttons etc.
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Whats needed:
PC (i have done it on Windows 8.1+10)
Android Kernel Kitchen or similar tool
7zip,Winrar etc
Photoshop,Gimp or Paint.net
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Whats known:
Not much,the only is that u never ever change
the name and file end from the images.
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1. First extract the recovery.img from your zip and place it were u want or in the folder from your Kerneltool.
2. Unpack it by drag and drop on the unpack option and wait till its done,now press enter.
3. Now go to ramdisk folder and open res folder and then images.
4. Make your changes and go away here.
5. Now press repack image and youre done so far.
The new recovery file is called image-new,just rename it to recovery put it in your zip and flash,enjoy!!!!!
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Cool :thumbsup: