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[APP] ICS Launcher With 3/7 Home Screens

I find it very annoying that the stock launcher comes with 5 screens and you are completely unable to add or remove any of them. I have never needed or used more than 3 screens so it is quite inconvenient to have a launcher with 5 screens that I cannot edit. So, I decompiled the stock ICS launcher and edited the layout to contain 3 screens. I would add an option to edit the screen count in the app itself but I have not compiled ICS on my computer and I do not plan to do so (at least until I upgrade my RAM).
I have also uploaded a version with 7 screens. I tried to allow screen rotation as well but ran into some issues when editing the AndroidManifest.xml. I'll see if I can get it working though.
Download 3 screens: http://www.multiupload.com/ZE4AY4IUM2
Download 7 screens: http://www.multiupload.com/ECCSUYTKI8
To install (rename to Launcher2.apk)
via adb:
Code:
adb push /path/to/downloaded/Launcher2.apk /system/app/
via root file manager:
- copy modified Launcher2.apk to sdcard. Copy from sdcard to /system/app/ and overwrite existing Launcher2.apk

matt_stang said:
I find it very annoying that the stock launcher comes with 5 screens and you are completely unable to add or remove any of them. I have never needed or used more than 3 screens so it is quite inconvenient to have a launcher with 5 screens that I cannot edit. So, I decompiled the stock ICS launcher and edited the layout to contain 3 screens. I would add an option to edit the screen count in the app itself but I have not compiled ICS on my computer and I do not plan to do so (at least until I upgrade my RAM).
I may upload a version with 7 home screens if anyone would be interested. Also a version which supports screen rotation. If anyone wants it let me know, as I do not.
Download: http://www.multiupload.com/ZE4AY4IUM2
To install (rename to Launcher2.apk)
via adb:
Code:
adb push /path/to/downloaded/Launcher2.apk /system/app/
via root file manager:
- copy modified Launcher2.apk to sdcard. Copy from sdcard to /system/app/ and overwrite existing Launcher2.apk
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downloading now, will report back. what did you use to decompile? i was using apk manager 4.9 when i was on the Epic but that was failing to decompile (i wanted to mess around myself). i updated apktool.jar and smali/baksmali and still no go.

Thanks. I would like a 7 home screen launcher if u don't mind. . That would be great.
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If you could do a 3 screen version that can rotate I would flash instantly
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Bookmarking to flash tomorrow.. Good work
ps. Screen Rotation - HELL YES. Definitely upload please!

adaimespechip said:
ps. Screen Rotation - HELL YES. Definitely upload please!
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amosher13 said:
downloading now, will report back. what did you use to decompile? i was using apk manager 4.9 when i was on the Epic but that was failing to decompile (i wanted to mess around myself). i updated apktool.jar and smali/baksmali and still no go.
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I second this question. I'm having a lot of trouble working on ics apks.
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amosher13 said:
downloading now, will report back. what did you use to decompile? i was using apk manager 4.9 when i was on the Epic but that was failing to decompile (i wanted to mess around myself). i updated apktool.jar and smali/baksmali and still no go.
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jakeisouttolunch said:
I second this question. I'm having a lot of trouble working on ics apks.
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I had some trouble too but realized you need a modified apktool.jar. I got it from the issues page on apktool. Here's the link: http://www.multiupload.com/YWJHOSZ7GJ
Just replace your current apktool.jar (I am assuming you use apktool) with this one.

Awesome, thank you much!
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EDIT: dropped in the new apktool and i still get errors decompiling, any ideas? did you just drag and drop? (yes i renamed to apktool.jar)

thank you
could u make one with only one screen ?

matt_stang said:
I had some trouble too but realized you need a modified apktool.jar. I got it from the issues page on apktool. Here's the link: http://www.multiupload.com/YWJHOSZ7GJ
Just replace your current apktool.jar (I am assuming you use apktool) with this one.
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You also need to update your SDK package and pull the newest aapt.exe from the platform-tools folder and place that in APK Manager along with the updated APK Tool.
The new apktool gets you decompiling but you need the aapt.exe to complete the package so you can re compile....

DynamicRam said:
thank you
could u make one with only one screen ?
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Ditto for me too?
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Yes, I'd love a one screen version too!! Plz

you think it's possible to use in NO ics rom?it's only for ICS rom?

If anyone is interested, I've created one with 1 homescreen here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1373851

Can you add the modifications brenix added in the one homescreen launcher?

I'm having trouble installing. After you copy and overwrite in the system/app folder what do now?
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RushAOZ said:
I'm having trouble installing. After you copy and overwrite in the system/app folder what do now?
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ordinarily, you would fix permissions to rw-r--r-- and reboot
or if adb:
adb shell chmod 644 /system/app/Launcher2.apk
adb reboot
.. or reboot into recovery -- advanced, fix permissions. But I was having trouble with FCing after. Anyone else? I'm gonna give it another go. Realllly need 2 more screens

decalex said:
ordinarily, you would fix permissions to rw-r--r-- and reboot
or if adb:
adb shell chmod 644 /system/app/Launcher2.apk
adb reboot
.. or reboot into recovery -- advanced, fix permissions. But I was having trouble with FCing after. Anyone else? I'm gonna give it another go. Realllly need 2 more screens
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Fixed permissions. Still not getting an option for ics launcher when I reset defaults in launcher pro
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Ok, I just tried this again. I dl the file on my pc. Renamed to launcher2.apk. pushed it to my sd card. Opened root explorer. Copied file. Went to system/app. Enabled r/w. Hit paste. Overwrite. Reboot into recovery. Advanced/fix permissions. Reboot. Still nothing. Am I doing something wrong here? Btw running cm7 nightlies 174.
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[Q] How to install an apk into system/app?

I am using rooted JVU firmware and would like to install ICS keyboard to my system/app.
I used Root Explorer to copy the apk file into the directory and did a reboot, and the keyboard appeared on my locale and text menu.
However, when I try to select the keyboard, it always return a force close.
Can anybody teach me on how to solve this issue?

There is a thread called "How to: Push apps(.apk)" - you will have to try to use the search function for that name cause I don't think I can post a link yet
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jbrt said:
There is a thread called "How to: Push apps(.apk)" - you will have to try to use the search function for that name cause I don't think I can post a link yet
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I did the search and tried the way as taught, end up having the force close issue.
Is it that not all apk can be installed onto system/app?

forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1412729
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You can also try an app called "system cleanup". I'm not sure if it's on the market but there is a thread where you can dl it or you could use titanium pro
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Ics keyboard is made to work on android 4.0.x framework ported from Nexus S, ok?
As you revealed in OP you are using Sammy JVU 2.3.6 TouchWiz infected framework.
Why not try to rip out HTC keyboard and push that too while you're in the mood?

When you push an ask to system/app am I write in saying it does not deleted in factory reset..??
What about pushing to system system/media..??

When pushing an apk to system folder,u need root and there is 2 easy ways,either use a root explorer and just push it to the system/app folder or use titanium backup to revert to system app.factory reset(full wipe) doesn't wipe system apk,but everthing else is wiped..
U can also push apk to system via ADB.but a little bit of knowledge is needed

zodiaxe66 said:
When pushing an apk to system folder,u need root and there is 2 easy ways,either use a root explorer and just push it to the system/app folder or use titanium backup to revert to system app.factory reset(full wipe) doesn't wipe system apk,but everthing else is wiped..
U can also push apk to system via ADB.but a little bit of knowledge is needed
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Thanks.. What about permissions do they stay for all apk that I push..??
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Roots said:
Thanks.. What about permissions do they stay for all apk that I push..??
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check the permission of pre-installed system app and set it that way,
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permissions for apex to push to system ?
madushan92 said:
check the permission of pre-installed system app and set it that way,
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I want to push apex launcher to system, so how will i check which permissions I need to set for apex
From above quote check any system app permissions..??

Roots said:
I want to push apex launcher to system, so how will i check which permissions I need to set for apex
From above quote check any system app permissions..??
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Just match permissions to the rest of the apps

slaphead20 said:
Just match permissions to the rest of the apps
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Oh.. Thanks that has cleared up my confusion..
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How to increase font size in

ics hybrid music edition based on cm 7.2

In setting - system maybe ..
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Edit framework-res.apk
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Go to the spare parts and select font size you want. This app is included in most CM7 system apps.
If you don't have this system app you can install CMParts.apk and SpareParts.apk using root explorer.
Open up root explorer,
Mount system to r/o,
Copy the apks into system/app,
set permissions into rw-r--r--,
reboot.
These apks can be found in most cm7 roms.
Just that easy.
Hope it helps! :laugh:

cant set permissions (root explorer)

hi guys ..
i cant set permissions in CM10 ..
using Root Explorer ..
i9000 - cm10 - semaphore kernal 2.6.6
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i need apollo.apk .. where i can found it ??

Have you gone into settings and activated root privilege requesting? It's not necessarily set by default.
The app needs to have been allowed root access first to alter file permissions.
Also, Apollo.apk is in /system/app/
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Hr Kristian said:
Have you gone into settings and activated root privilege requesting? It's not necessarily set by default.
The app needs to have been allowed root access first to alter file permissions.
Also, Apollo.apk is in /system/app/
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apollo was removed from my phone after flashing super launcher ..
i need download link to download apollo.apk
i download v1 but it give me FC

abduallah77 said:
apollo was removed from my phone after flashing super launcher ..
i need download link to download apollo.apk
i download v1 but it give me FC
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Download the CM10 zip and extract the apollo apk from /system/app
And then move it to /system/app and set the permissions to rw-r--r--
And then reboot
Hope i helped

markey97 said:
Download the CM10 zip and extract the apollo apk from /system/app
And then move it to /system/app and set the permissions to rw-r--r--
And then reboot
Hope i helped
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thanks ...
but i cant change permissions for any file
see the first post .:crying:

abduallah77 said:
thanks ...
but i cant change permissions for any file
see the first post .:crying:
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Maybe you could try es file Explorer
Or you could try to reinstall root Explorer
But if none works you have to use another file manager

Maybe your root is broken, try using titanium backup, if it's working then your root is right.
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[Q] How can I install that system app with its odex file?

I have stock gingerbread keyboard apk and there is also its odex file . I cant install it even copied system app both.
I also did their permissions but it doesnt work.
I tried to flash them.
when I install apk normally it says application is not installed.
I really want to install it and tried common ways.
Thanks for help.
edit:my rom is cyanogenmod 4.2.1

tipsi said:
I have stock gingerbread keyboard apk and there is also its odex file . I cant install it even copied system app both.
I also did their permissions but it doesnt work.
I tried to flash them.
when I install apk normally it says application is not installed.
I really want to install it and tried common ways.
Thanks for help.
edit:my rom is cyanogenmod 4.2.1
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you need to put the .apk in system/app mounting system (using root explorer e.g.) and setting the correct permissions in both apps and then reboot your device

sorry but it did not work

anybody?

Try deodexing the whole rom from which the keyboard came from and then copy the apk
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tipsi said:
I have stock gingerbread keyboard apk and there is also its odex file . I cant install it even copied system app both.
I also did their permissions but it doesnt work.
I tried to flash them.
when I install apk normally it says application is not installed.
I really want to install it and tried common ways.
Thanks for help.
edit:my rom is cyanogenmod 4.2.1
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i have same problem. i've extracted the system app from gtab3 and being confuse with .odex files :silly:
jumper62 said:
Try deodexing the whole rom from which the keyboard came from and then copy the apk
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could you show me the simple guide thread of how to deodex stock rom?

ihsan.aziz said:
i have same problem. i've extracted the system app from gtab3 and being confuse with .odex files :silly:
could you show me the simple guide thread of how to deodex stock rom?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=43263895
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jumper62 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=43263895
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thanks for the suggestion but i've found the tutorial by pankaj88 using kitchen now i'm deodexing 120 stock apps from samsung

jumper62 said:
Try deodexing the whole rom from which the keyboard came from and then copy the apk
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I've deodexed the .odex files and tried to install the .apk files to my p1000. I tried to put them to system/app. But they wont be copied i can't install them as a normal apk any help?
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Viper The Ripper said:
you need to put the .apk in system/app mounting system (using root explorer e.g.) and setting the correct permissions in both apps and then reboot your device
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Ah, having now the root explorer installed is like being to able to breath again I can actually see what's in my phone at last !!! wuhuu!!:laugh: