I was bored and made a simple app. I sent it to a friend and after some feedback from him, I kept working on it. I figured I may as well let whoever wants to, test/use it.
So please help me test this app I made – Compact Media Control.
It basically consists of a simple overlay with the following functions:–
· previous, pause/play, next
· launch/switch current media app
You get the overlay to show up by shaking your device side to side firmly but briefly (I am constantly fiddling with the sensitivity and required duration of the shaking).
App drawer
Tapping the app icon in the drawer will pop up a small dialog asking you which app you want the overlay to control.
Prev (left arrow)
Single tap → same as pressing the back key in Spotify/GPM or inline controls or BT headset
Long press → make the overlay launch on the left side of the screen from now
Next (right arrow)
Single tap → same as pressing the next key in Spotify/GPM or inline controls or BT headset
Long press → make the overlay launch on the right side of the screen from now
Play button
Single tap → same as pressing the play/pause key in Spotify/GPM or inline controls or BT headset
Long press → launch currently selected media app (Spotify/GPM)
Swipe from icon → select media app
Getting the overlay to show
Shaking the device side to side with the screen unlocked will cause the overlay to show up on one side of the screen. Using the overlay to launch a media app or switch sides the overlay appears on will immediately make it disappear. In any other case, the overlay will disappear on its own after 7 seconds of not interacting with the overlay.
Please let me know what you think, if you decide to try it
I especially want to know if you think if it is utter ****, so I know to stop working on it.
Thank you!
* I only have a Nexus 6P and OnePlus One to test on, so I am hoping others can help to test on their devices, as well as provide feedback on the functionality of the app
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to-do:
· toast or snackbar on song metadata change
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changelog:–
29 December 2015 – v1.26
· very minor graphical tweaks for more consistency across different elements
28 December 2015 – v1.25
· added function to swipe from middle (play) button to pick media app
27 December 2015 – v1.2
· new app icon and overlay design
· removed redundant volume up and down buttons – the hardware keys should be in reach anyway (please provide feedback on this!)
· added swipe feature to play button, to dismiss the overlay
27 December 2015 – v1.1
· No longer monitors touchscreen, uses timers on buttons instead. Side-benefit over previous method is that the 7 second timer to automatically disappear only refreshes when you interact with the overlay (previously, tapping anywhere on the screen will reset the 7-second timer).
Following. Looking forward to all your progress.
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I wanted to use on my Android based car head unit CarJoying JY-UQ130. Before using there I tried it on my Sony Z3 Compact and it didn't work. Only shows overlay allowing to choose left or right side and then nothing.
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Oh, sorry. My bad, I didn't shake the phone. It works. However, shaking won't be possible on the head unit. Could you add some screen input based way to have overlay appear or possibly some manual way via status bar? The reason why I want to use something like this is to be able change track while using navigation app.
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Hi,
I have created a simple app for changing master volume. This app would be helpful for those who do not wish to use physical keys. This app works in dev unlocked device and greater.
Finally, thanks to Fiinix for the dllImport project.
Update 1:
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Added Screen brightness slider also. Not sure if it is really needed by users.
Though the values are updated to registry, there is not much difference in brightness while sliding.
Thanks to Heathcliff for WP7RootTools sdk.
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Works on Focus
Installed on my Focus and works well with one exception. Always shows 17 as the level if last set to 0 or mute. If set to any other number, that number will be properly displayed when closing and reopening this app.
HTC Titan dev unlock ok Thank a lot!
Thanks for the finding.. I removed the default value 17..
Plz use the attached XAP.
Great
Purushoth said:
Thanks for the finding.. I removed the default value 17..
Plz use the attached XAP.
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That did it, works fine. Was waiting for something like this.
At a guess, this shouldn't even require interop-unlock, much less full-unlock or root-unlock. Is that correct? I know you can change the volume level using DllImportProject on just dev-unlock only.
Few improvements imho:
*mute button should unmute if phone allready muted
*max level button
*arround 3 custom buttons (that you can previously set the vol level to w/e you want)
*a metro icon
cheers
In my not full-unlock rom of my HTC Mozart work well. Thanks.
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fredsky2 said:
Few improvements imho:
*mute button should unmute if phone allready muted
*max level button
*arround 3 custom buttons (that you can previously set the vol level to w/e you want)
*a metro icon
cheers
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@GoodDayToDie,
Yes, all dev unlocked devices will be supported. It doesn't need full unlock.
@fredsky2,
Will update with a metro icon and preset button. Max vol could be configured in preset itself.
The api does not have support for mute. I could only reduce the volume to 0. Even if I store the value locally, it will not be useful if physical keys are also used in parallel.
a most excellent idea, thanks. will provide feedback once i actually try it out.
definitely a nice application.
and i do agree with the suggestions by @fredsky2, plus a 'return to default 15 volume' button.
i don't see the use of Custom Buttons beyond a Max, Default & Mute button.
i also suggest removing the Splash Screen, application should load more swiftly.
if you want to do a Mute/Unmute button, you might...
when Mute button is pressed:
01. catch & save the current volumeValue
02. change volumeValue to 0
03. change button Title to Unmute or hide buttonMute to reveal buttonUnmute
when [Un]mute Button is pressed:
01. grab savedVolumeValue
02. change volumeValue to savedVolumeValue
03. change Button Title to Mute or hide buttonUnmute to reveal buttonMute
Purushoth said:
Thanks for the finding.. I removed the default value 17..
Plz use the attached XAP.
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i suggest you add that attachment to the original post; almost missed it.
Oh My God! Thanks OP for coming out with this. Your timing couldn't be any better....
I just posted a dismantling guide for the Titan in the Titan fora and I accidentally broke the data strip that connects the volume hard keys to the device. Much to my surprise (or lack thereof), there is no way to change volume without these keys (or with a headset that allows you to do this). Your app is literally the answer to my prayers
Thanks again!
@sh4d0w86,
Improved loading speed of app by removing unwanted dll's. It should be now faster.
Works on my Windows Phone Samsung Focus, Chevron Unlocked, Mango . Here are my suggestion.
1. Live Tile to Mute, Bring Volume to a Defined Level.
2. Colour of the bar can change from green to yellow to red depending if volume is low, medium and high.
- Live Tile can also follow the color codes
3. Support for Vibrate Mode and Live tile for it.
4. Fancy Stuff :
- Let user tilt the phone to change volume.
- Support with Talk Me to set volume to a desired level.
And Like sh4d0w86 said, sync when volume is changed with hardware button.
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If possible bring in the profiles where I can have combination of Volume Level, Vibration etc to change it at a certain time or when I need it.
@Purushoth
Very useful app, works very well on my Omnia 7 with custom rom.
Big thanks.
@sh4d0w86,
Added custom buttons as you guys wished.
I tried to change icon. But I am very poor in design. Please feel free to change the icon and post.
could you re-upload Power Slider?
i have downloaded three times and each time the file is corrupt.
sh4d0w86 said:
could you re-upload Power Slider?
i have downloaded three times and each time the file is corrupt.
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Sorry, somehow it got partially uploaded.
Uploaded it again. Pls try now.
Cool application! one thing though,
I'm having an exception in the brightness area... I have HD7 with Custom ROM (Fully Unlocked)
Not working correctly on my HTC 7 Pro (fully unlocked)
Volume control working fine.
Brightness changes nothing..
Apps showing me : "Error occured: The System cannot find the file specified"
SAME Thing as by Lidanh !
Edge: Quick Actions
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Discover the power of multitasking with Edge: Quick Actions!
Access quick settings and toggles, switch between recent apps, all with a single touch.
Features:
• 8 customizable quick settings and toggles
• Show recently used apps
• Select favorite apps for quick access
• Open with one touch from left OR right edge of the screen
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• Show up to 10 recent apps
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• Open from left or right egdge of the screen
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Beta notice: This app is still in beta. Please report any bugs before leaving a rating.
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Hey! This is like IOS7's controlcenter. Imma try it out
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Don’t use XDA to advertise your product or service. Proprietors of for-pay products or services, may use XDA to get feedback, provide beta access, or a free version of their product for XDA users and offer support, but not to post with the intention of selling.
Apologies, that was not my intention. Removed paid version.
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Apologies, that was not my intention. Removed paid version.
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Thank you, as stated by JJEgan, these are the rules...
The only exception for a paid app being posted on XDA is if it is identical to the free one, then we see it as a donation rather than making money.
Thank you for your cooperation
Bit of feedback: It's a lovely app. Easy to use etc. However, the app seems to close itself after a while thus i cant access the bar. Also i'd like to see movable icons, as I'd like to have the flashlight at the left instead of all the way right.
Thanks for the feedback. You can rearrange the flashlight and other buttons in the settings by dragging them from the left.
Is like your fastcam app,really usefull if you got kids..
Thanx:good:
New version available: 0.4b:
- New: Favorite apps! Watch the video to learn more.
- New: Shortcut to open notifications shade
- New: Run in foreground - increased stability
- New: Hide notification icon (pro)
- Fix: Disappearing top/bottom shortcuts
- Fix: Exiting app on long standby
New version available: 0.4b
deleted duplicate post
New version available: 0.5.2b
New version available: 0.5.2b:
- New: Added support for tablets
- New: Added TVDPI support
- New: Toggle airplane mode (beta; root required for Android 4.2.2+ )
- Fix: Recent apps not showing on some Android 4.3 devices
- Fix: Settings only open in portrait mode
nice!
New version available: 0.7b
New version available: 0.7b:
- Major fix: Active edges disappear / become unresponsive.
- New: Select left OR right side in free version (both available in Pro).
- Improved Settings - Changes are applied instantly, no need to restart Edge.
- Improved visual cues when changing active edge settings.
- Improved status bar notification handling
- Removed Pro indicators/dialogs in free version
- Fix: Settings disappear when opening favorites or shortcuts selection.
In our working lives, we know that it's important to seek out ways to optimize processes and find shortcuts to solving problems, whether it's how we communicate or how we replicate processes. By seeking our efficiencies and saving time, we can transfer our energy to completing more important tasks.
This three part tutorial will go over all kinds of shortcuts you can access on the Huawei Nova. We hope you'll come to love your phone even more after you learn these quick tricks. Once you see how quick and easy these techniques are, you'll be able to use them in your daily life, making you more efficient and effective.
Part 1: Screen off actions
Did you know that you can take snapshots and call your contacts even when your screen is off? Here's how!
Ultra snapshot
Never worry about missing a photo worthy moment again. When this feature is enabled, all you need to do is quickly press the volume down button twice to take a snapshot of whatever your camera is pointed at, even if your screen is turned off.
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Step 1 Turn on Camera and go to the Settings screen.
Step 2 Go to Ultra snapshot and enable Open camera and take quick snapshot.
Screen off quick calling
Call any of your contacts at any time. When this feature is enabled, all you need to do is press and hold the volume down button for 2 seconds and let go when you hear the voice prompt. Then, just say the name of the person you want to call to dial their number, even when your screen is off.
To enable screen off quick calling:
Step 1 Go to Dialer > Menu > Settings > Quick calling.
Step 2 Enable Quick calling.
Part 2: Launch apps with motion control
You can set up motion control for your favorite apps, so that they're just a gesture away. Simply use your knuckle to write out a letter on your phone screen to launch applications.
Step 1 Go to Settings > Smart assistance > Motion control > Draw.
Step 2 Enable Draw.
Step 3 Designate which draw actions correspond with a specified application
Note: This feature currently supports drawing the letters C, E, M, and W. You can choose which letters open which application.
Part 3: Screenshot features
One of the most enjoyable features of the mobile phone experience is taking screenshots of interesting content to share with our friends. Here, you can learn all the different ways to take screenshots, and the various types of screenshots available. All of the screenshots you take using these different techniques will be saved in the screenshots folder in your Gallery.
Screenshot and screen recording shortcuts
Pressing the power button and the volume down button at the same time will allow you to take a screenshot of your current screen.
Pressing the power button and the volume up button at the same time will allow you to make a screen recording.
Using the screenshot shortcut
Step 1 Go to the screen you would like to screenshot.
Step 2 Pull down on the notification panel and touch Shortcuts.
Step 3 Touch the screenshot shortcut to take a screenshot.
Note: You cannot use the screenshot shortcut to take a screenshot of the notification panel
Using your knuckles to take screenshots
Use your knuckles to take normal, scrolling, or partial screenshots.
To enable this feature:
Step 1 Go to Settings > Smart assistance > Motion control.
Step 2 Enable Smart screenshot.
You can take several different types of screenshots and even make screen recordings using different knuckle gestures
1. Normal screenshot: Knock twice, firmly and in quick succession, with your knuckle
2. Partial screenshot: Using your knuckle, draw an enclosed region on the screen to capture a partial screenshot. Make sure your knuckle stays in contact with the screen while you are taking the screenshot.
When you complete this action, your phone will take a screenshot of the area you have drawn with your knuckle. You will be able to see the shape you are drawing while taking a partial screenshot.
After you have finished drawing the shape, you can choose from four different shapes at the top right of the screen to refine its edges. You can also drag the corners and edges of the screenshot to adjust its size and shape.
3. Make a screen recording: Knock twice firmly with two knuckles to start or stop a screen recording.
4. Take a scrolling screenshot: Draw an S with your knuckle to take a scrolling screenshot. Your screen will automatically begin to scroll down. Touch your screen to stop the scrolling screenshot.
With sideActions you can easily remap the Power or S Pen Button on your Galaxy Note10 to any action or app you like! Use the Power Button to mute your phone, turn on flashlight, launch Google Assistant or take a screenshot with just one click!
When you remap the S Pen you can remotely turn on the flashlight or use the button to navigate your phone! unlimited possibilities!
Optionally you can remap the volume buttons to Skip tracks when listening to music, or whatever you like!
With per app remapping! Use the Power Button / side key to take pictures in camera apps, take screenshots in browser and start flashlight when the screen is off!
FEATURES:
• Double and long press supported!
• Remap the Power Button / side key on Galaxy Note10!
• Remap the S Pen button!
• Launch Google Assistant with the Power Button
• Remap the Volume buttons!
• Per app remapping
• Turn on the flashlight with the Power Button
• Disable the Power Button
• Skip tracks with the volume buttons
• High performance! No lags!
• No annoying ads
ACTIONS:
• Turn on flashlight
• Take a screenshot
• Mute phone
• Answer phone calls
• Launch Google Assistant
• Launch camera or any other app
• Switch to last app
• Disable the Power Button
• 35+ actions
NOTES:
• You can remap the Power Button / side key on your Galaxy Note10
• Samsung may block this app with future updates!
• Please check if sideActions is compatible before updating Bixby or phone software!
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Initial release, please test and post your feeedback!
Enjoy!
Jawomo said:
Initial release, please test and post your feeedback!
Enjoy!
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Cant really test it since it is mostly locked. And I dont feel safe spending money on something I need to test for working after the purchase
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I just find it very funny that you are so worried about user feedback and fail reports yet most important and ones that most likely to fail are locked behind 3€ purchase.
I won't get my money back if it will not work on lockscreen or something, right?
Top app. Many thanks
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Given his other app, I already paid!
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Virus!
The PC exe contains a trojan virus. I tested it with multiple applications. Also the app asked for access to my secure folder and wanted me to login back in to Google Play. It wasn't the normal login screen and the information was in plain text for the password. Not sure what this is all about but I wouldn't try this.
EricDArneson said:
The PC exe contains a trojan virus. I tested it with multiple applications. Also the app asked for access to my secure folder and wanted me to login back in to Google Play. It wasn't the normal login screen and the information was in plain text for the password. Not sure what this is all about but I wouldn't try this.
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I didn't have ANY of those issues. It might register with av programs because of ADB. I have previously excluded adb in my virussxan. He gives you the commands so you can do it manually too. You don't HAVE to use the pc app.
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how about the "mark all as read and clear notifications" function? i used to love to use that one
Compusmurf said:
I didn't have ANY of those issues. It might register with av programs because of ADB. I have previously excluded adb in my virussxan. He gives you the commands so you can do it manually too. You don't HAVE to use the pc app.
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I just find it odd that it doesn't pop up with his other app.
cant find it on google playstore.
whats the exact name of it?
thanks
PRAISE BE!
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Coming from the OnePlus 7 Pro I was starting to miss the volume toggle button but now I can replicate that with this app! I enjoy buying you coffee! Small price to pay for such amazing work!
Awesome! Enjoy the cup of coffee. Will have to test the PC activation after work.
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PC remapping is defiantely recommended
Jawomo said:
PC remapping is defiantely recommended
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Just bought the pro version.
After we get all set up can we then freeze all the BIXby stuff or do we need to keep it.
Should be possible, yes
No link, couldnt find it in play store...
For anyone that cares, here's my setup with this app.
Long-press Volume Down: Toggle volume on/off (replicating the volume toggle on my 7 Pro)
Long-press Volume Up: Screenshot
Long-press Side Button: Flashlight
Double-press Side Button: Opens Camera
So far, that's all I need. I was going to use the volume buttons for media control but since it only work with AOD enabled, I may as well not use it.
drmilosh said:
No link, couldnt find it in play store...
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Does anyone know how I can stop closing Spotify and tune in radio when I open the close app page? I know I can just do each app individually but if there's a few open and I press close all it does. I never had this problem on my P20 PRO. I've had a quick look in settings but can't really see anything
Cheers
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you need to go into the power menu and make an exception for this app - cant remember exactly where but somewhere in the battery settings is an option that allows you to add exceptions on apps that can run in the background
OR
for s20 - add spotify to your locked apps (long press on the app icon in last used app list - and lock it) that would keep it running all the time
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you need to go into the power menu and make an exception for this app - cant remember exactly where but somewhere in the battery settings is an option that allows you to add exceptions on apps that can run in the background
OR
for s20 - add spotify to your locked apps (long press on the app icon in last used app list - and lock it) that would keep it running all the time
tim2london said:
you need to go into the power menu and make an exception for this app - cant remember exactly where but somewhere in the battery settings is an option that allows you to add exceptions on apps that can run in the background
OR
for s20 - add spotify to your locked apps (long press on the app icon in last used app list - and lock it) that would keep it running all the time
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you need to go into the power menu and make an exception for this app - cant remember exactly where but somewhere in the battery settings is an option that allows you to add exceptions on apps that can run in the background
OR
for s20 - add spotify to your locked apps (long press on the app icon in last used app list - and lock it) that would keep it running all the time
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The long press worked
Cheers
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did it?
when i said the power menu - i meant the battery menu LOL
but if it worked it worked
tim2london said:
did it?
when i said the power menu - i meant the battery menu LOL
but if it worked it worked
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I long pressed icon and menu pops up, chose bottom option think it allows 3 apps at any 1 time
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Just go to the settings menu > Apps and pick Spotify or whatever app is having the issue. Then tap on battery and make sure the app is allowed to run in the background. Also, check to make sure it is not optimized. Once the list of optimized apps loads up, filter for all apps and remove the ones that need to run in the background.