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Swype on Gtablet

First of all, make a backup!! I am not responsible for the terrible things that can happen to an android device when things go awry lol....
Secondly, I have only tried this using Vegan rom (beta 4, and beta 5.1)... I am assuming it will work with any alternate rom but NO PROMISES!!
TO OBTAIN THE NEEDED FILES:
1) Do a google search for "swype on gtablet (kinda)"
2) Somewhere the search results (it was the very first one when I did the search), you should see a post on the tegratab.com forum entitled "swype on gtablet (kinda)" (posted by rothnic)
3) Download the package on that forum, and extract it. There should be three files located in this package: swype.apk, libswypecore.so, and build.prop.
**Keep the page open as we are also going to use the top of the build.prop file that rothnic posted there!! THANK YOU ROTHNIC!!!!!
INSTALL METHOD USING ROOT EXPLORER
I would complete these steps entirely from your gtab, as it does away with the need to transfer files from a pc, etc!
1) Using root explorer, copy first the swype.apk file, and paste it to \\system\app. Once it is copied, long press on it and click "permissions". The permissions should be set as follows:
Read: Check all three boxes down (for user, group, and others).
Write: Check the first box (for user)
Execute: Check the first box (for user)
2) Now again using root explorer, copy the libSwypeCore.so file, and paste it to \\system\lib. Make sure you mount the \\system\lib folder as "read/write" before copying. Once it is copied, set the permissions exactly as you did for the swype.apk file. Make sure you mount the \\system\lib folder as "read only" again before you exit.
3) Now its time to edit the build.prop file, only we are going to make it easy. Instead of going through and editing it, copy the top of the file that rothnic posted on the tegratab site, and replace the top of your build.prop file with what he has there. Don't edit it or anything, just copy it word for word. I did this in root explorer by doing the following:
Using Root Explorer, browse to \\system. Once in this folder, mark it as "read/write".
Locate the build.prop file, and long press on it.
Select "open in text editor".
Copy the text that rothnic had in the post on tegratab, and use it to replace the text that already exists there at the top of the file. It will fit exactly as the original one that you are replacing did. DO NOT CHANGE THE BOTTOM OF THE FILE AT ALL!!!
When you have copied the text, press the "settings" button, and press "save and exit".
(FYI, I am using Vegantab beta 5.1, and replacing the top of the build.prop file did not do any damage to the tablet at all)
Now restart the tablet.
When the tablet restarts, long press on any text entry field and press "input method".
Swype should be an option. Select it, and start swyping!!
If swype isn't listed, click settings, language and keyboard. Check the box next to swype.
(this will also be a good time to click on swype settings and DISABLE audio feedback, as it will drive you and everyone around you NUTS!!)
Now follow the steps above to set swype as your input method and enjoy!!
INSTALL METHOD USING TERMINAL (Courtesy of Terrypchan)
This can be done without root explorer, BUT you have to be willing to type commands in a terminal emulator. I did it without root explorer by using the terminal emulator app with the VEGAn b5 rom (which is already rooted). The only tricky command you need to do is:
1. su
2. cd /
3. mount -w -o remount /dev/block/mtdblock3 /system
Step 3 is how you mount /system as read-write. That allows you to copy the apk to /system/app and to copy the lib to /system/lib. You can also copy build.prop to /system here. I also did the chmod commands here as well, i.e.
chmod 644 /system/lib/libSwypeCore.so
chmod 644 /system/app/Swype.apk
I had already edited the build.prop on another machine where I could use a real text editor.
This is the command to remount /system as read-only:
mount -r -o remount /dev/block/blockmtd3 /system
reboot and I'm Swype-ing away.

any chance you could paste the build prop edit in here? For some reason my browser is cutting off part of it.
Thanx,

I bet the mod deletes this within the hour!

Hmm, wonder how long this post will last

Agreed... I respect the effort tho and his directions are perfect!
Thanks brotha...
Sent from my SGH-T959

Instructions worked perfectly for me with the small substitution of adb push/pull to edit the build.prop (root explorer force closed after I had edited the file and before saving so I said screw it ). Thanks!

Combine this with the rainex fix for screen smoothness and it makes for a pretty good time lol
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You don't have to adb it, that's why he recommended root explorer. If you edit it there it automatically makes a backup for you. I've done this with three ROMs, vegan4, zpad3, and vegan5... Never had to use adb
Sent from my Zpad flavored Gtab...

Need help with editing build.prop....swype rar had build.prop in it. Do I copy that same file in full and paste it at the top of build.prop in /system/build.prop...I am confused as to hoe many lines of build.prop I need to edit or change?
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worked for me just fine.
Followed instructions, and used a little common sence along the way. Now it's all up and running.
Thanks a lot for the write up..

Using swpe to type this...
Thanks so much man!

New2Android said:
Need help with editing build.prop....swype rar had build.prop in it. Do I copy that same file in full and paste it at the top of build.prop in /system/build.prop...I am confused as to hoe many lines of build.prop I need to edit or change?
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No ignore the build file in the rar file....
You need to follow the directions exactly and copy the text from the forum post. Remember only the top portion

Swype Keyboard
Confirmed Working on the G tab following above steps. Stock TnT Firmware 3389. Working flawless. Sound and swype.

I am able to get the swype keyboard to come up and type on it but am not able to swype. Dont know what i am doing wrong.
Edited build.prop as shown in the forum still cant swype but just use swype keyboard as a regular keyboard.
Any help will be appreciated
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Any downside to editing the build file in this manner?
Can you change it back after it is installed?
Do you have to redo this every time you go to update your rom?

TaterTot24 said:
Any downside to editing the build file in this manner?
Can you change it back after it is installed?
Do you have to redo this every time you go to update your rom?
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Thats the nice thing about root explorer, it automatically makes a backup when you have modified it
Yes this would need to be redone for each rom.
Sent from my VegaN 'flavored' GTab...

New2Android said:
I am able to get the swype keyboard to come up and type on it but am not able to swype. Dont know what i am doing wrong.
Edited build.prop as shown in the forum still cant swype but just use swype keyboard as a regular keyboard.
Any help will be appreciated
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I initially had the same issue, there's something incorrect in the build.prop. PM me and I'll get a copy of mine to you as i'm using VegaN5 as well.
Sent from my VegaN 'flavored' GTab...

Wow. I can't believe this is still here! Anyway, on to my question...
Is it possible/advised to edit the build.prop on a PC using a standard text editor like notepad? I ask because the browsers on my GTab don't show the whole of the text we're supposed to copy from tegratab.
Thanks in advance.

Editing on a pc is probably fine, however you have to make sure the formatting stays correct, otherwise it all goes south lol.
I printed out a copy of the top of the build.prop that rothnic posted on the tegratab site and used that for reference when editing on my tab....made it easier to see where I was in the text editor
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TaterTot24 said:
Any downside to editing the build file in this manner?
Not that I have seen so far, and I've used this through two roms now
Can you change it back after it is installed?
as i2steve said, root explorer is awesome and makes a copy of the original file for you
Do you have to redo this every time you go to update your rom?
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Unfortunatley, yes, so I would keep the files saved somewhere on your tab lol
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GPS lock can't be made

Hello guys.This is my first post/topic.I know there are already a lot of topics about GPS on I9001(that video when registering kinda scared me :angel
I can't connect to the sattelites in less then 5 minutes.This happens every time.Now,when I finally connect,I keep losing the lock so you can imagine what happens in Copilot...So basiclly I can't use the GPS.
This is what I tried to do:
-I re-downloaded the A-Gps data with "GPS Status" app
-I calibrated pitch,roll and compass
-I tightened the screws on the back
-I modified the "gps.conf" with "FasterGPS" app
I live in Romania,Easter Europe...
Do you know what else I should do to make my GPS work well?

open "gps.conf" in a text editor and check to see if you have there's at the top of file:
server 0.ro.pool.ntp.org
server 1.ro.pool.ntp.org
server 2.ro.pool.ntp.org
server 3.ro.pool.ntp.org
if not then add them, save file, and just copy paste over old file using "root exposure" (remember to set permission as same as old file) then reboot.
EDIT: read this guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1239713
EDIT: here's a gps.conf I made for Romania, just replace with old gps.conf then set permissions and reboot. download link http://db.tt/zI0QGkpF

pryerlee said:
open "gps.conf" in a text editor and check to see if you have there's at the top of file:
server 0.ro.pool.ntp.org
server 1.ro.pool.ntp.org
server 2.ro.pool.ntp.org
server 3.ro.pool.ntp.org
if not then add them, save file, and just copy paste over old file using "root exposure" (remember to set permission as same as old file) then reboot.
EDIT: read this guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1239713
EDIT: here's a gps.conf I made for Romania, just replace with old gps.conf then set permissions and reboot. download link http://db.tt/zI0QGkpF
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Hey.Thanks for the file.I downloaded it,but I am not that good with phones(better with computers)
How do I set permissions after I replace the old gps.conf?

download "root explorer" goto where you download my file, copy it then goto system/ect/gps.conf then in the upper right corner of "root explore" select "mount rw" then paste my file over old gps.conf, then hold finger on gps.conf file and a popup box will appear, scroll down to where it says "permissions" and change them to -rw-r--r-- also scroll down to "change owner" and change both to "root" then change the setting in top right corner back to "mount ro" thats it, just reboot.

pryerlee said:
download "root explorer" goto where you download my file, copy it then goto system/ect/gps.conf then in the upper right corner of "root explore" select "mount rw" then paste my file over old gps.conf, then hold finger on gps.conf file and a popup box will appear, scroll down to where it says "permissions" and change them to -rw-r--r-- also scroll down to "change owner" and change both to "root" then change the setting in top right corner back to "mount ro" thats it, just reboot.
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Ok I did everything and went outside to check it.I have "GPS Status" so I entered in it and checked.Finally,after 190 s,it connected to 4 of the 9 sattelites and then to 5 from 10:victory:
No problems.
I'm happy with it,but form what I heard it should connect in a few seconds.If it's not possible,then tell me.If it is,maybe I will do some other things to make it work faster.
Anyway,in general,I owe you a big THANKS

my gps takes about the same time to connect but it varies depending on satellite positions and cloud cover ect... now you know how to edit the gps.conf file you can search around see if you can find a better solution. anyway glad it's faster than before.

Tethering on Sprint Activated Shamu

Is there a way to unlock tethering without having to switch to a custom ROM?

Download sqlite editor from the play store for $.99. Open the editor and navigate to /data/data/com.android.providers.settings/databases/settings.db. in the global table add tether_dun_required with a value of 0.
Now take your favorite root file browser, and enable r/w in the /system directory. Open /system/build.prop in a text editor and add net.tethering.noprovisioning=true to the bottom. Save, exit, reboot, and profit.
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Wi-Fi Hotspot isn't working

Hi, i have a htc one m8 sprint. I use original rom, but i can't find hotspot anywhere. Please, help me. How do i fix this problem?

1. is your Bootloader unlocked
2. are you rooted
Requirements
Rooted Android device
Vanilla Android/AOSP-based firmware or custom ROM
Android 6.0 or higher
Step 1Install a Root-Enabled File Browser or build.prop Editor
To get this one going, you'll just need either a root-enabled file browser or a dedicated build.prop editor app to add a single line to your build.prop file. If you don't already have one of these already, here are a pair of free options:
Install root Explorer (below) or FX File Explorer for free from the Google Play Store
Install Build.prop Editor for free from the Google Play Store
I'll be demonstrating using a root file browser, but the basic premise should be just about the same regardless of which method you use.
Edit Your build.prop File
The build.prop file is located in the system folder on the root partition of your device, so navigate to this directory with your root file browser to begin. From here, make sure the folder is mounted as "read/write," then long-press the build.prop file and choose "Open with," then "Text editor."
Next, scroll down to the bottom of your build.prop file and press the enter button on your keyboard to add a new line. From here, regardless of if you're using a file browser or a dedicated build.prop editor, the process will be the same. Simply add the following line, then make sure to save your changes before exiting:
net.tethering.noprovisioning=true
Step 3 Reboot & Enjoy Free Tethering
Once you've added the line to your build.prop file, all that's left to do is to reboot your phone. When that's taken care of, head to the "More..." entry in Android's main Settings menu, then select "Tethering & portable hotspot." From here, simply turn on the "Portable Wi-Fi hotspot" option and connect your secondary device to begin tethering, and all the while, your carrier will be none the wiser.

Thanks. I'll try it.

zxhwk said:
1. is your Bootloader unlocked
2. are you rooted
Requirements
Rooted Android device
Vanilla Android/AOSP-based firmware or custom ROM
Android 6.0 or higher
Step 1Install a Root-Enabled File Browser or build.prop Editor
To get this one going, you'll just need either a root-enabled file browser or a dedicated build.prop editor app to add a single line to your build.prop file. If you don't already have one of these already, here are a pair of free options:
Install root Explorer (below) or FX File Explorer for free from the Google Play Store
Install Build.prop Editor for free from the Google Play Store
I'll be demonstrating using a root file browser, but the basic premise should be just about the same regardless of which method you use.
Edit Your build.prop File
The build.prop file is located in the system folder on the root partition of your device, so navigate to this directory with your root file browser to begin. From here, make sure the folder is mounted as "read/write," then long-press the build.prop file and choose "Open with," then "Text editor."
Next, scroll down to the bottom of your build.prop file and press the enter button on your keyboard to add a new line. From here, regardless of if you're using a file browser or a dedicated build.prop editor, the process will be the same. Simply add the following line, then make sure to save your changes before exiting:
net.tethering.noprovisioning=true
Step 3 Reboot & Enjoy Free Tethering
Once you've added the line to your build.prop file, all that's left to do is to reboot your phone. When that's taken care of, head to the "More..." entry in Android's main Settings menu, then select "Tethering & portable hotspot." From here, simply turn on the "Portable Wi-Fi hotspot" option and connect your secondary device to begin tethering, and all the while, your carrier will be none the wiser.
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I try it, but don't change anything. Other issue of my m8 is that, when i install ruu, don't show sprint screen. It show "htc one" logo. How i do full format it?
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in settings go to backup and do a full reset it will return your phone back to stock if that is what you are referring to
or open dialer and type ##786# this will also completely reset the phone as if you just bought it

How to keep third party apps from disappearing from Android Auto

So this is for any phone that is rooted. I kind of stumbled on it by just modifying/deleting entries inside of com.google.android.projection.gearhead. I use mixplorer cause its the easiest most user friendly.
1. Open mixplorer and navigate to /data/data/com.google.android.projection.gearhead/files/phenotype/shared/
2. Open gh.phenotype.pb as text with the in app code editor
3. Search for
AppValidation__blocked_packages_by_installer
4. Delete the line of the app your trying to use and save the file.
5. Press and hold on the file and select I on the top.
6. Change owner to root 0 and set permission to rw 600 if it's different.
That's it. My file hasn't updated since February 21 and I continually update Android auto and won't lose any app like obd2aa or fermata and the like. Hopefully it'll work for you too.

Hello, I have looked in the folder /data/data/com.google.android.projection.gearhead/files/phenotype/shared/, but I don't have the gh.phenotype.pb file as you can see in the screenshot. Can it be in another folder? Thank you

Nick_Gl said:
So this is for any phone that is rooted. I kind of stumbled on it by just modifying/deleting entries inside of com.google.android.projection.gearhead. I use mixplorer cause its the easiest most user friendly.
1. Open mixplorer and navigate to /data/data/com.google.android.projection.gearhead/files/phenotype/shared/
2. Open gh.phenotype.pb as text with the in app code editor
3. Search for
AppValidation__blocked_packages_by_installer
4. Delete the line of the app your trying to use and save the file.
5. Press and hold on the file and select I on the top.
6. Change owner to root 0 and set permission to rw 600 if it's different.
That's it. My file hasn't updated since February 21 and I continually update Android auto and won't lose any app like obd2aa or fermata and the like. Hopefully it'll work for you too.
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Hello, I have looked in the folder /data/data/com.google.android.projection.gearhead/files/phenotype/shared/, but I don't have the gh.phenotype.pb file as you can see in the screenshot. Can it be in another folder? Thank you

Buy Xiaomi

Check out these:
- King Installer - Install packages "as Google Play" to work around restrictions (Root optional)
- Android Auto - Xposed Unlocked - Bypass even more restrictions (Root required)