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Disable/Enable Navbar with SwiftKey

I'm looking for a way to disable the navigation bar when using SwiftKey in order not to constantly hit the home button when aiming for the spacebar and enable it again once I close SwiftKey. Immersive mode doesn't work with SwiftKey. So, ideally, I would need an adb shell command to do this, but I can't really seem to find out how to do this. I'm running AICP ROM and I theoretically have a (quick settings) toogle for this, but also no idea how to trigger such tile with Tasker.
In terms of adb shell commands I've found the navigation_bar_height/mode/visible lines in the secure settings list in adb, but don't know what the code lines would have to look like in order to toggle those in a command.
Any input would be greatly appreciated.

I think the problem isn't with swiftkey disabling immersive mode but that more than one virtual keyboard is installed. This forces the keyboard (input) switcher button bringing up the nav bar in spite of immersive mode.

Tethering on Android Oreo. Is it possible?

Hi.
I would like to know how to turn tethering on and off on Android 8 (Oreo). I followed the instructions: I installed the plugin toggle tethering and rebooted the system, but when I activate the task me this error appears:
12.50.56/E FIRE PLUGIN: Toggle Tethering / com.twofortyfouram.locale.intent.action.FIRE_SETTING: 3 bundle keys
12.50.56/E Toggle Tethering: plugin comp: com.matejdro.taskertethercontrol/com.matejdro.taskertethercontrol.TaskerReceiver
12.50.56/E add wait type Plugin1 time 7
12.50.56/E add wait type Plugin1 done
12.50.56/E add wait task
12.50.56/E Error: null
12.50.56/E java.lang.reflect.InvocationTargetException: null
java.lang.NullPointerException: OnStartTetheringCallback cannot be null.
Can somebody help me?

I would love to know the answer to this as well

thebaum said:
i would love to know the answer to this as well
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yes i have same proble need support

Before any app could toggle tethering, it must work manually. That is what you'll need to sort out first.
Then the app had to be updated for changes.
If you are able to manually toggle tethering, you probably can use AutoInput to toggle it until apps catch up to O.
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Setting pin when away from home? Not quite working.

I have a profile to set a pin code when I am not near my home WiFi, using Secure Settings. It seems to work except the pin doesn't activate until I unlock the screen and relock it. Is there another step I need to have tasker do to jump start this.
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That's expected behavior. You can leave the pin always set and use a tasker shell action to set the lock screen timeout to a ridiculously long period at home. The command with a 10 day time out would look like:
settings put secure lock_screen_lock_after_timeout 86400000
Then the exit task would set the timeout back to a sane number:
Settings put secure lock_screen_lock_after_timeout 5000
notenoughtech.com has a write-up on using the shell in tasker to replace secure settings.
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Thanks. Unfortunately looks like that requires root. My phone is unrootable last I checked into it.
It actually does work once I turn screen on and back off since setting pin doesn't require root. Next step I'm going to see if having tasker turn the screen on and back off after setting the pin.
Disabling the pin when I'm back home works without issue.
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The AutoTools (paid) plugin for Tasker has a secure settings replacement. It doesn't require root, but gets permissions set through ADB commands.
In the tasker action:
plugins -> autotools -> secure settings
You can configure:
lock screen -> automatic lock
And set the time out for the lock screen similar to what I did above. It basically sets the same command I'm doing through the shell but doesn't require root.
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in my experience, this plugin Profile Shortcuts for LineageOS is the best to achieve this Secure Settings or AutoTools, you will have to depend on your ROM though, and cannot backup the profile.
Create 2 system profiles, leave everything unchanged, just use
Don't ask for PIN or password
and
Use system default
As Android is getting more and more 'secured', we user have less options to mess around on a system level. This method uses native system function, do it should work without problem.

Toggle Samsung Smart Stay with Tasker

I'd like to know if anyone can help me out with toggling Smasung Smart Stay with Tasker. I haven't found any solution to make it happen (not including outdated SmartTools plugin).
Thanks.

Describe how this is done manually. Is there a shortcut, quick setting toggle or do you have to open an app?
This being a Samsung special feature, it's unlikely there is an intent to do what you want so your probably stuck using a shell action with an input tap command or the auto input plugin.
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Yeap, seems like I'll need to use Auto Input (Settings -> Advanced features -> Smart stay (toggle)). I was just hoping there is a working plugin to set it "directly" (without visual actions). An adb/shell command is a good option too ...

allidea said:
Yeap, seems like I'll need to use Auto Input (Settings -> Advanced features -> Smart stay (toggle)). I was just hoping there is a working plugin to set it "directly" (without visual actions). An adb/shell command is a good option too ...
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A quick search of google before I posted didn't turn up anything. Since I don't use Samsung devices, I have no way to explore for you. The only thought I have is maybe a "settings get/settings put" action might exist. This is a typical way to replace secure settings actions on MM and above. You'd have to explore if that's an option on your device . This redid post should help.
Else, maybe it can be added to the auto tools plugin. You could ask at their forum.
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Thanks for your efforts. If I manage to find corresponding SmartStay setting name this could be easily solved.

How to activate/deactivate a qs tile upon screen off/on?

In android 10,a new feature called as TURN ALL SENSORS OFF is available in developer settings. It also has a qs tile.
Is there a way to automatically enable this feature upon screen off and then disable upon screen on?

The obvious answer is absolutely yes using AutoInput to emulate the touches. That can also be done with more effort using just built in Tasker actions.
However, it's possible (likely?) That there is a secure setting that controls this action. You can sort that out by comparing the secure settings before and after toggling the tile. The AutoTools secure settings action has an assistant that may help you sort this out.

ktmom said:
The obvious answer is absolutely yes using AutoInput to emulate the touches. That can also be done with more effort using just built in Tasker actions.
However, it's possible (likely?) That there is a secure setting that controls this action. You can sort that out by comparing the secure settings before and after toggling the tile. The AutoTools secure settings action has an assistant that may help you sort this out.
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1) In android 10,there is an option to disable all sensors in developer options. So i turned it on last night, and battery drain was less than 2 % in 4 hrs, compared to 1% per hour usually, with volte and 4g data on. I would get more accurate stats later on.
There's a qs tile available to activate it.
What I want to ask is, is there a way to automatically enable it every time the screen goes off, and then disable it when screen goes on, without any user input?Either as a shortcut or as a qs tile.
2) I am afraid i don't have enough knowledge to exactly understand the steps you are telling. Do you know of a pre made recipe to execute this. I tried to search but in vain. Or if you are on android 10,maybe you can try doing what i need.
Thank you.

There are loads of tutorials available to use the AutoInput plugin.
As far as issuing the native tasker custom setting action;
Create a new task
Add a Settings -> Custom Setting action
A developer settings action is probably a global setting but you may have to explore
When you are in the configuration for the Custom Setting action, use the magnifying glass and Find to identify the setting you want. A pop-up will appear directing you to ok out of the instructions then go to the setting you want to manage, activate the setting and return to Tasker. Then hit the magnifying glass again and if the setting was identified, it will display in the pop-up where you can select it.
No offence, even if I were on A10, this can be done with a basic understanding of Tasker so I wouldn't create a project for it. If you are still unsure what to do, please take the time to work through some basic tasker tutorials to gain familiarity with the app.

ktmom said:
There are loads of tutorials available to use the AutoInput plugin.
As far as issuing the native tasker custom setting action;
Create a new task
Add a Settings -> Custom Setting action
A developer settings action is probably a global setting but you may have to explore
When you are in the configuration for the Custom Setting action, use the magnifying glass and Find to identify the setting you want. A pop-up will appear directing you to ok out of the instructions then go to the setting you want to manage, activate the setting and return to Tasker. Then hit the magnifying glass again and if the setting was identified, it will display in the pop-up where you can select it.
No offence, even if I were on A10, this can be done with a basic understanding of Tasker so I wouldn't create a project for it. If you are still unsure what to do, please take the time to work through some basic tasker tutorials to gain familiarity with the app.
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Will follow the steps. If I encounter any issues, will reply back here.
Big thanks.