Based on current poll results close to 60% of all Android users have no idea how to apply custom themes, icons, widgets ect... on their phone, for the last few days I have been trying to find some information on this topic but finished with no luck, im sure these instructions been posted many times in the past or on page ######/84573895739 lol, even with basic internet searching there is no pages or threads found that explain the process...but seriously speaking with your help I would like to put together a noob guide on this subject and request it as a sticky.
Poll Results:
Do you use custom themes?
Yes, I know how and I use them 1,459 38.53%
No, I know how but I choose not to use them 249 6.58%
I don't know how to change themes 2,079 54.90%
based on these results I am not the only one who has no idea how to get my phone looking exactly the same as posted here...
1) how to apply install any icon pack from .zip file obtained here, could someone please give me some basic noob instructions where exactly to place the .zip or extracted folder? how to install them/apply them? and can I use them with Next launcher? if not I can use a different launcher - which you recommend that is best for custom themes?
2) if someone has patience with this being asked a millionth time please give me dummy steps to get my phone looking exactly like the following SC 73 theme found here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=42485887&postcount=2113
3) If I manage to install the icons how the hell do I get the widgets looking the same? Is it something to do with the zooper widget app?
4) On another note, these theme require UCCW? how on earth do I get my phone looking like any of the following here?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=43085671&postcount=2293&nocache=1&z=4107321248570039
Im sorry to ask these simple questions but there is no instruction found anywhere grrrr so with your help ill put together a simple step by step guide for others like me
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hey guys im kind of new to modding my phone and i have a couple of questions.Any help will be greatly appreciated.thanks in advance.
1. i have the htc home on my today screen but i cant get it in black, i have the same blue at&t background.where can i find the file download for that theme?
2.I have tried installing the htc cube a couple of times but i cant get it right. which version is somewhat easy to install and performs great.i have put the files on my phone but idk what to do afterwards.All files tell me that i cant open them unless i run the app....which application is this?Most posts just give me a dl link here but not many instructions...step by step instructions would be awesome.thank you
Giving Wise Educational Noob Instructions
Please read all the stickys and wiki's
Start here;
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=383904
thx took a look... got some knowledge but most i like chinese to me....
You have been pointed in the right direction...
The path to enlightenment contains many many words, enjoy the read..
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Hi, I just recently discovered that I can have themes/skins for the g1.
I've spent almost 4 hours trying to research/read how to change my g1 skin
and I have gotten nowhere. Someone please be kind enough to tell me
how I can join the rest of you.
- biggest G1 noob in toronto for easter.
the easiest way is to download a home alternative and download the themes that are compatible with whichever one you choose, or root the phone and then install themes that way.
BSDADON said:
the easiest way is to download a home alternative and download the themes that are compatible with whichever one you choose, or root the phone and then install themes that way.
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Where do I find this home alternative and how do I root? Guess I wll have to go and research on the site. Thanks!
in the android marketplace. do a search for open home, ahome, or dxtop. i think they all have lite versions so you can try it out without paying and then they have the paid versions. i personally like open home the best but it all comes down to personal opinion. before you root make sure you read through it and understand what steps you have to do. heres the link to root your phone:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=442480
with the post above that gives the walk through there is another way to root your phone, search for app that roots your phone and try it out. if you have any questions about either process i can help send either pm or a message here and i'll answer asap. but please read through the entire walkthrough or app thread pending which you decide to do before asking questions
I want to make a theme for [ROM](32A/32B/G1) Trojan Droid i have great ideas and am willing to dedicate lots of time if some one can just help me , i try reading on how to themes but all i get is g1 instructions. Please help me get started and i promise ill make a a nice looking theme for all of ya .
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I want to make a theme for [ROM](32A/32B/G1) Trojan Droid i have great ideas and am willing to dedicate lots of time if some one can just help me , i try reading on how to themes but all i get is g1 instructions. Please help me get started and i promise ill make a a nice looking theme for all of ya .
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Hey man i actually was about to jump into the same thing for this since eugene left.
I really don't know much but a few tutorials that i bookmarked and kinda got the basics.
I do know that one of the guys used an old blueberry theme from his old Hero3g Uni ROM(dont know if you were following him since then) but it did change the wood theme to blueberry without touching the icons which i think would be a good "Blank Theme" to start off with.
I am going to look for the file now.
Blinker1683, Most of the G1 instructions will work just fine with the Sapphire aswell, any specific part you need help with to get started?
Yes how can i get the empty theme to edit, do i use the files that are inside the specific ROM that i want to edit, or is there a stock theme i can download that would work .
Thanks for replying and i need the information please
i am ready to get started as soon as possible
templates
I believe you are speaking of getting a template based off a specific rom to edit the pngs and such. You can just use the dream tutorials on creating a theme, with the actual update.zip you used to flash the rom. All of the files necessessary are included in the update.zip. I believe you can also cut out all the crap u dont need, but im not sure the exact/safe process to do so.
blinker, yes you can use files inside a specific rom file or if you are making it for the cyanogenmod roms then i believe in his posts he also includes a template for themers.
Hey guys!
Imma trying to install at least any theme on my SGS for 2 months alrdy,but it fails all the time.
I just dunno how to do this!
Pls could someone help me wit it.I would be very grateful if someone tells me how to do that(i mean step-by-step instruction).
And maybe several links with norm theme.
your best posting in the apps/themes section as this is the dev section youll find everything in there
regards
Not Q&A section.
Go AWAY.
Try ADW launcher my friend, it installs themes on the fly. Darkedge themes for ADW are the best, you also get a LOT of themes, for example BUUF
You've been trying for 2 months and you purposely registered new nickname to post question in this thread?
Shame on you
Important Update, Please Read:
Here is an idea! I'm gonna write a very easy tutorial for you guys to apply these themes and any other themes you find anywhere else on your devices. This way, you can mod your phone in no time with less hassle and you can start making great themes for everyone.And you don't need to wait for me to do the job .
Let's bring competition to table. I Believe Cyanogen rom is brilliant, however, when it comes to theming, it is way behind Miui fancy UI.
I'm sure many of you guys have different taste, ideas, and can improve the look of the rom.
It is not easy to find all the tutorials in one place and not spending hours in XDA website to learn something. I myself have learned a lot from XDA, other Devs and using try and error method.
These tutorials would be super easy even for someone who had never done theming before. I'm gonna start writing the first part of tutorial today and if I find time I include images too. I will open a new thread and put the link here.
Tutorials will teach u how to theme almost every App you have. There are other guides out there and u r welcome to use theme but makes mine different is that details will be covered. Tutorials should be fast and easy. Im myself get tired ot reading long confusing tutorials and still come up with questions.
First tutorials is ready go to this link
Thank you
Adam
Here is an example of my work, I'm gonna show you how to do something like i did down below.
"For now, I prepared this theme for Nexus one since I have one and if time allows I make more for other devices if you guys vote for it. Should I go for it? You like it? Let me know?
Here is the original thread with the images --> Link
Guys please mention your device name if its not in the list
inspire 4g
xperia x10 here but i believe the nexus one theme is compatible
Also available for a SGS running CM7?
HTC Hero CDMA
Read OP
Exciting news!!!!
Read OP please and reply to this message.
I read your post and can you create this theme for zte blate when you have free time?
lesa0208 said:
I read your post and can you create this theme for zte blate when you have free time?
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I'm gonna give u instructions to do it urself and u should be able to theme in less than half hour. I can theme it for you but here is the thing. I dont have your phone and you might end up having so many errors and u finally give up. If u be patient I will finish the first part today and u can theme it in no time
neederishelp said:
Droid Eris
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You don't have to mention your device name anymore, I'm almost done with first tutorials so you can apply changes to your phone yourself and not waiting for me to do it
Please check this link to find how to apply my themes to your device the easy way. Files are included in the download link in the new thread.
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HTC Desire HD!!!
CM7 NIghtly!!! build#31 please! ^^
lampz said:
HTC Desire HD!!!
CM7 NIghtly!!! build#31 please! ^^
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Please check here --> Link
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