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This is a video toturial I made for modifying ROMs. Here's the things in the video:
1. How to remove or add apps
2. How to replace the boot screen
3. How to replace other things and sign it
Please remember to read all comments and everything on YouTube about the video before asking questions. I am not going to respond if the question already has been asked
Thanks it seems really interesting ! I'm gonna see it when i come back to my home!
sebxd said:
Thanks it seems really interesting ! I'm gonna see it when i come back to my home!
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Cool Please feedback
Nice, works like a charm. Your own damn rom and not difficult.
tnx !
flitz said:
Nice, works like a charm. Your own damn rom and not difficult.
tnx !
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Your welcome
i now know how to add apk files to an update.zip, but the bootanimation.zip just went right over my head
If i want a new bootscreen, do i have to make a whole new custom rom, or can i just flash the new bootscreen?
Rubinski_be said:
If i want a new bootscreen, do i have to make a whole new custom rom, or can i just flash the new bootscreen?
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You can just delete all other files and folder so you only have fx if your bootscreen is placed like this: META-INF and system system> customize> resource>bootanimation.zip
That should be your only files and folders. Of course if you your bootscreen is placed in data/local/bootanimation.zip then that should be your only directories and files
Limit?
Really like this and it would make trying different Rom easier for me but is there a limit to the amount of apk's you can add or a maximum Rom size?
Have tried again and again over the last couple of days to add 32 (free market apk's) to VillianRom12 but can only get a successful flash at around 12 Apk's and a Rom size of 122mb.
All other tries give me an Error while flashing saying something along the lines of "Error with Line 11" and "Flash aborted".
After a successful flash and reboot 'SD & Phone storage' says I have 158mb of Internal Phone Storage is that different storage to where the Rom is Flash.
If this is not possible can I flash an Update.zip with just the apks?
Thanks. A bit of a Noob.
scottbethell said:
Really like this and it would make trying different Rom easier for me but is there a limit to the amount of apk's you can add or a maximum Rom size?
Have tried again and again over the last couple of days to add 32 (free market apk's) to VillianRom12 but can only get a successful flash at around 12 Apk's and a Rom size of 122mb.
All other tries give me an Error while flashing saying something along the lines of "Error with Line 11" and "Flash aborted".
After a successful flash and reboot 'SD & Phone storage' says I have 158mb of Internal Phone Storage is that different storage to where the Rom is Flash.
If this is not possible can I flash an Update.zip with just the apks?
Thanks. A bit of a Noob.
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Yes I think there's a limit of how many apps you can add you just have to install the rest manually
C0mpu13rFr34k said:
You can just delete all other files and folder so you only have fx if your bootscreen is placed like this: META-INF and system system> customize> resource>bootanimation.zip
That should be your only files and folders. Of course if you your bootscreen is placed in data/local/bootanimation.zip then that should be your only directories and files
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I installed the new Pancake ROM on my HTC Tattoo. I can't find the location of my current bootscreen. Do i have to replace the bootscreen.zip in the ROM and flash this ROM, or do i just have to copy the new bootscreen to my sd-card and find the location to paste it at the right place?
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I installed the new Pancake ROM on my HTC Tattoo. I can't find the location of my current bootscreen. Do i have to replace the bootscreen.zip in the ROM and flash this ROM, or do i just have to copy the new bootscreen to my sd-card and find the location to paste it at the right place?
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I might misunderstand you but I think from what i'm reading you can do both things
C0mpu13rFr34k said:
I might misunderstand you but I think from what i'm reading you can do both things
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I tried to put the files on my SD-Card and copy them to the right location. (system/media/bootscreen) but it failed. I can't replace the files that are in there. What can i try now?
Hi,
Very nice idea and good tutorial.
But for me, it doesn't work.
I want to add EsFileExplorer to my FroydVillan 1.0.0 (Froyo 2.2) rom.
I copy the file in app folder, i save, i signe my new rom.
I flash my HTC Hero, all is OK, but when i want to use EsFileExplorer, Android says: "Must close ES File Explorer (process .com.estrongs.android.pop). Please try again".
Can you help me ?
Thx
PS: I try with Astro file explorer and same issue
Titou1309 said:
Hi,
Very nice idea and good tutorial.
But for me, it doesn't work.
I want to add EsFileExplorer to my FroydVillan 1.0.0 (Froyo 2.2) rom.
I copy the file in app folder, i save, i signe my new rom.
I flash my HTC Hero, all is OK, but when i want to use EsFileExplorer, Android says: "Must close ES File Explorer (process .com.estrongs.android.pop). Please try again".
Can you help me ?
Thx
PS: I try with Astro file explorer and same issue
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My post no. 200 LMAO
That happens sometimes. Not all apps work when they are put in system/app. Try putting them in data instead. If that doesen't work you just can't do it with those apps and you'll have to install them from market...
BTW are you sure these apps are Froyo compatible?
A list of what the apps are and whether they are safe to remove would be really helpful. Although probably a lot of work to compile. Just a suggestion. Great tutorial though
walkinhotdog said:
A list of what the apps are and whether they are safe to remove would be really helpful. Although probably a lot of work to compile. Just a suggestion. Great tutorial though
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Yeah that would be nice but right now i'm working on a new version of my theme for the new version of Cronos Droid...
The updated version causes a boot loop on KaosFroyo, probably other ROMs too. Make a backup or undo file !
This page contains instructions to install the port of the speedo battery from the Viva Cyan, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=900589. I take no credit other than packaging it for installation on the Eris, Hero and other medium-res Androids.
The original theme post for Eris by CondemmedSoul is here.
This method of installation only updates the status bar battery icons. See the attached screenshots of it installed with stock Froyo and with my HtcBlackStatusBar. I like it better over a black background myself.
INSTALLATION
1. Download and install ZipThemer from the market. Its free. If you have it installed already, check to be sure you have version 1.5 or later.
2. Download this theme file to your device and leave it unpacked in Zip format. This is not a MetaMorph file and it is not a flashable update. You may put the zip anywhere you wish on your sdcard, but I suggest a subdirectory like /sdcard/ZipThemer or /sdcard/download so you won't see this zip in the list of flashables from recovery.
2a. If you don't already have a black status bar and want one, download any black status bar MetaMorph theme to your device such as HtcBlackStatusBar, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=779488. Also leave this theme file in Zip format. ZipThemer can install multiple themes at once following the instructions below.
3. Open ZipThemer and press the "+Theme" button to load the theme file. A file browser opens, use it to select the speedo-battery2.zip file.
3a. If you are also installing a black status bar theme, click "+Theme" again and select its zip file. In the ZipThemer theme list, long-press on speedo-battery and select "Move Down". You want the speedo-battery theme to be lower in the list compared to the status bar theme in order to ensure that its icons take precedence over any others.
4. Click the "Build It!" button to begin the process of creating a flashable update zip file. Answer "Yes" to creating an undo file if you want an easy way to revert these changes later. It takes about a minute to create the flashable update and undo files.
5. Exit ZipThemer and make any font color changes required by the status bar, if you are installing one. The speedo-battery theme does not require font changes itself.
6. Boot into recovery and flash speedo-battery-update.zip.
7. Reboot. Enjoy your new status bar battery icons. If you're not enjoying them, go back into recovery and flash speedo-battery-undo.zip.
CondemmedSoul's version with 100% levels is here.
Sent you a PM dude. Check your in box
Anyone else notice that the gauge disappears while charging?
Eric1948 said:
Anyone else notice that the gauge disappears while charging?
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Yes, you're not alone. I'll take a look at the problem when I get a chance.
Ken
Cool, other than that it works wonderfully!
It's been fixed now. I just uploaded the flashable zips for tazz v26 and CELB 4.1
in my thread and sent the missing piece to kellinwood so he can add it to the theme zipper file.
CondemnedSoul said:
It's been fixed now. I just uploaded the flashable zips for tazz v26 and CELB 4.1
in my thread and sent the missing piece to kellinwood so he can add it to the theme zipper file.
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The updated ZipThemer theme file is attached here temporarily until CondemmedSoul picks it up for distribution in his thread.
EDIT: Rats, the new version causes a boot loop, just like when I tried the original flashable version. Looks like this install method is a no-go.
Can I change the battery icon in the notification bar? I have a Captivate with 2.2 and rooted.
Yes you can... search the forums for framework-res.apk you can modify that to put the icon you want... make sure you replace files within your ROMS framework-res.apk else you will get into trouble!!
Thanks, I will see if I can do this.
And don't forget to back up the original framework-res.apk so if you mess something up you can push the original back and all will be well.
Check out this site. circle.glx.nl I've used it a number of times to make battery icon changes. Only requirement is that you do NOT have a highly customized framework-res.apk You can also add your own boot animations. The rest of the kitchen isn't usable for our phones though. It's pretty straightforward.
rob989_69 said:
Check out this site. circle.glx.nl I've used it a number of times to make battery icon changes. Only requirement is that you do NOT have a highly customized framework-res.apk You can also add your own boot animations. The rest of the kitchen isn't usable for our phones though. It's pretty straightforward.
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If the theme is properly created it should still work in the UOT kitchen.
I was hoping after rooting I could change the battery icon easily, but I noticed the note about not working with stock "odexed" roms... which I run. Does anyone have info on how to de-odex the framework-res.apk so that I could just replace the battery icon?
It's literally the only mod I'm really interested in doing since I hate how (even in pics of 2.3) they don't show the battery % which I would think to be a very basic feature people would want!
On my rooted captivate on Rogers 2.2 I did install a battery icon change appt now the phone turns into an vibrator and black screen, any help to bring it back to life.
chickennoodle said:
On my rooted captivate on Rogers 2.2 I did install a battery icon change appt now the phone turns into an vibrator and black screen, any help to bring it back to life.
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Do you have a back up of the original framework-res.apk ???
I have backup all my apps a couple days ago through titanium but now I can't even access to my phone v my pc.
It's literally the only mod I'm really interested in doing since I hate how (even in pics of 2.3) they don't show the battery % which I would think to be a very basic feature people would want!
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If you would go through adding this, then why don't you pick a new ROM that has it included? Cog v3.04 has it on my phone, and my guess is that it is just as easy to flash a new ROM as it is to change up your battery icon. PLUS...you get the benefits of a new ROM too! Just my two cents.....
sethjamto said:
If you would go through adding this, then why don't you pick a new ROM that has it included? Cog v3.04 has it on my phone, and my guess is that it is just as easy to flash a new ROM as it is to change up your battery icon. PLUS...you get the benefits of a new ROM too! Just my two cents.....
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In my past experience with custom ROMs, it seems that the developers like to toss in too much of their own "personal taste" that I usually don't like. I rather like the setup of the stock Rogers ROM I'm using - I just wish they'd upgrade to 2.3 or whatever the current version is now.
I will admit, the more time it takes before any news of Rogers updating this phone, the more appealing looking in to custom ROMs is becoming.
Besides, going with a new rom containing the mods I'm interested in doesn't help me learn how to do them myself ;P
is there any update on this? does anyone know how to do it and want to help me out? so basically i went back to stock rooted 2.2 kb1 and now i just want to change the battery icon.
the UOT kitchen will work with 2.2 stock. I have tried it.
http://uot.dakra.lt/
you will need something like Root Explorer to extract the framework-res file then it will work.
jack man said:
the UOT kitchen will work with 2.2 stock. I have tried it.
http://uot.dakra.lt/
you will need something like Root Explorer to extract the framework-res file then it will work.
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so it root explorer i go to /system/framework and copy twframework-res.apk? and i upload that to the Uot kitchen?
Then how would you install it? do i just need to replace the old apk. with the new apk? im waiting for it to be cooked.
ok i got the .zip file and it contains a framework folder and a META-INF folder. what should i do from here? TIA!!!
smanzor88 said:
so it root explorer i go to /system/framework and copy twframework-res.apk? and i upload that to the Uot kitchen?
Then how would you install it? do i just need to replace the old apk. with the new apk? im waiting for it to be cooked.
ok i got the .zip file and it contains a framework folder and a META-INF folder. what should i do from here? TIA!!!
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Dont use the TWFramwork-res.apk. You should be using a file called framework-res.apk.
Should be the framework-res.apk in the system/framework/framewwork. When you go to the kitchen, choose your battery mod. If you do a custom design, make sure you click "generate preview" to make sure it's what you want. remember you can change the colors of the battery mod near the bottom.
You can upload the file on the File Upload tab. click system files, and upload it using the first option. I tried doing a boot animation on stock 2.2 but I couldn't get it to work. I just used the battery mod for stock. I also did NOT change any of the options on the file upload page, and it worked fine.
When done with editing the battery options and uploading file, click summary tab at far right. It will show the options you chose. If anything is highlighted red, there are errors.
When you submit it, it will give you your order number and tell you to go to the pickup page. When your order shows up on that page, just download the zip, and install it though ClockWorkMod. If you don't have CWM, you will need it, obviouosly. Find it on the forums if you dont have it. And if you're on 2.2 without CWM, then you will need to read about getting past 3e recovery so you can install zips through recovery. If you're not famiiliar with all this, it will be a little confusing at first.
Hope this helps.
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Dont use the TWFramwork-res.apk. You should be using a file called framework-res.apk.
Should be the framework-res.apk in the system/framework/framewwork. When you go to the kitchen, choose your battery mod. If you do a custom design, make sure you click "generate preview" to make sure it's what you want. remember you can change the colors of the battery mod near the bottom.
You can upload the file on the File Upload tab. click system files, and upload it using the first option. I tried doing a boot animation on stock 2.2 but I couldn't get it to work. I just used the battery mod for stock. I also did NOT change any of the options on the file upload page, and it worked fine.
When done with editing the battery options and uploading file, click summary tab at far right. It will show the options you chose. If anything is highlighted red, there are errors.
When you submit it, it will give you your order number and tell you to go to the pickup page. When your order shows up on that page, just download the zip, and install it though ClockWorkMod. If you don't have CWM, you will need it, obviouosly. Find it on the forums if you dont have it.
Hope this helps.
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does animated battery icons work? have you tried it?
smanzor88 said:
does animated battery icons work? have you tried it?
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I havent tried all of the battery choices, but if it works with one, it should work with all of them.
IMPORTANT: remember to save a copy of your original framework-res.apk incase something goes wrong with the custome ones.
Updated uot
in the updated UOT kitchen it says it supports touchwiz based roms....should i upload framework.apk and twframework.apk?
Ok as some of you know i have started work on a pre dev'd rom and things are going ok with it.. But my question is... Boot Animation?? A friend and I have tried all different methods trying to get this thing working but just no luck at all..
Here's the details...
Rom: SenseLX v2.02
Firmware: 2.1 Sense
Radio: 2.22.28.25
Hboot: 1.33.0013d
Boot Screen: Stock HTC (Quietly Brilliant) screen with little green loading bar at bottom..
also has a boot sound which i can get working so thats not an issue..
Ok so now i have tried the custom boot screen i want on a different Sense rom and it worked fine!! i made no changes to anything in the bootanimatin.zip than placed it in my SenseLX rom in system/media. Now after flashing the rom, the custom boot screen and audio i chose work for about 2 seconds than the whole screen turns green... untill rom has fully booted.
A. im doing something wrong and it can be something stupid...
B. that little green loading bar on stock boot is causing me some serious problems!!!
(i unzipped the stock bootanimation.zip and seen there was NO green bar image on the .png files for the boot screen)
so is there something in the files for this rom to possibly turn that little green loading bar off??
Or does anyone know what it might bee?????
Thank you, sorry if i didn't provide enough details just ask and i will give..
nobody knows anything?
It didn't work?
Sent from my COS-DS using XDA App
naa sorry man lol we tried tho.. im thinking its that stupid green loading bar thats screwing with it.. thats why the screen turns green for the rest of the boot lol
PM me the bootanimation, i will try something.
hey ldrifta when you rezipped the bootanimation zip in back into the rom zip file, did u use the store compression method in winrar? Boot animations wont work if you store them compressed. when rezipping,all you have to do is right click on the bootanimation.zip, click add to archive, go to browse and look for the rom.zip file whereever you have it, and then look for where it says "compression method" and choose the "Store option", then reflash and see if it works.
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hey ldrifta when you rezipped the bootanimation zip in back into the rom zip file, did u use the store compression method in winrar? Boot animations wont work if you store them compressed. when rezipping,all you have to do is right click on the bootanimation.zip, click add to archive, go to browse and look for the rom.zip file whereever you have it, and then look for where it says "compression method" and choose the "Store option", then reflash and see if it works.
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i was just placing the bootanimation.zip in the rom before i zip and sign it.. worked fine that way on 3.5 base
i will send it to you namit
Hello there!
I would like to do some changes to the theme of my phone as i dont like really much the icons and other things.
Im running Gingerdx v009.
The thing is that i choose everything i want on the site, and then, when i have to pick the options for my phone im stuck and i dont know what to do. I searched inside the .rar of v009 for the files and i found (2/3), then i pick up the .rar of UOT Kitchen and upload it to my SD card, reboot, open Xrecovery, install custom .zip, choose it, succesfull, reboot, but nothing changed.
What do i have to do?
Goodbye! Thanks in advance!
i ever use UOT Kitchen and i can't use... Error