When I had a OnePlus I would use it's greyscale display feature quite often, very useful for power saving etc.
I am aware that within Google devices running Pie that a greyscale option is available along with Do Not Disturb.
This feature does not appear to be ported over the the Samsung Note 9, which is a shame.
Does anyone know of a third party app or Tasker feature that could enable greyscale mode on the Note 9 where required?
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You can enable Monocromacy in the Simulate colour space option in Dev options and probably get a similar effect.
Go to settings -> accessibility -> visibility enhancements -> colour adjustment , turn it on and select greyscale.
baferdi said:
Go to settings -> accessibility -> visibility enhancements -> colour adjustment , turn it on and select greyscale.
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Many thanks for the tip. This achieves the desired result but is a bit fiddly, do you know if this is accessible via Tasker, or does a shortcut exist?
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Many thanks for the tip. This achieves the desired result but is a bit fiddly, do you know if this is accessible via Tasker, or does a shortcut exist?
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I made my own Tasker task shortcut on the main screen for this purpose.
The task only uses one action:
Add action -> Settings -> Custom setting
Type: Secure
Name: accessibility_display_daltonizer_enabled
Value: =:=toggle=:=
If it doesn't work for you, you can try finding the correct custom action with built-in Find function.
I see you got an answer regarding tasker. I can't help with tasker cause I've been too lazy to dig into it yet
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Many thanks for the tip. This achieves the desired result but is a bit fiddly, do you know if this is accessible via Tasker, or does a shortcut exist?
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Under the accesibility settings go to advanced settings, from there you can set the power + vol up shortcut to control the monocromacy. I've gotten quite used to this function on a OnePlus 6 and have been using it this way on the Note 9.
I think the OP6's reading mode gave it a yellowish, e-reader like tint though, which made it better imo.
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I have a Galaxy S8+. I use AMOLED Photo display mode, mostly because when I tweak a photo in Instagram, Snapseed,or Lightroom, I like it to be a fairly accurate representation on my phone's display, as the default Adaptive mode is oversaturated. But at other times, the Adaptive mode can look rather nice.
So what I'd like to do is when I launch something like Instagram or Snapseed, is to have Tasker switch the display mode to AMOLED Photo, and change back to Adaptive when I close the app.
It's a basic setting. Settings > Display > Display Mode > and you choose from one of 4 options with a radio button for each.
I tried using AutoInput, by using it to open display settings, then clicking display mode, then clicking AMOLED Photo. This is clunky, and slow, and the settings windows show on screen. And I then have to dismiss the settings window. Is there a way I can toggle that specific setting directly using some kind of plugin, without having to simulate all the key presses? Or have it change behind the scenes, not actually on screen?
Perhaps a shell command would work, if it has a specific system shell command? Is there a way to determine or interrogate if there is any kind of shell command?
Thanks!
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I have a Galaxy S8+. I use AMOLED Photo display mode, mostly because when I tweak a photo in Instagram, Snapseed,or Lightroom, I like it to be a fairly accurate representation on my phone's display, as the default Adaptive mode is oversaturated. But at other times, the Adaptive mode can look rather nice.
So what I'd like to do is when I launch something like Instagram or Snapseed, is to have Tasker switch the display mode to AMOLED Photo, and change back to Adaptive when I close the app.
It's a basic setting. Settings > Display > Display Mode > and you choose from one of 4 options with a radio button for each.
I tried using AutoInput, by using it to open display settings, then clicking display mode, then clicking AMOLED Photo. This is clunky, and slow, and the settings windows show on screen. And I then have to dismiss the settings window. Is there a way I can toggle that specific setting directly using some kind of plugin, without having to simulate all the key presses? Or have it change behind the scenes, not actually on screen?
Perhaps a shell command would work, if it has a specific system shell command? Is there a way to determine or interrogate if there is any kind of shell command?
Thanks!
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I dont know about plugins, but you can check if there is a setting or intent regarding the display mode.
Run the following commands in terminal to see if there is a setting regarding display mode.
Code:
[B][COLOR="Blue"]# You can also write something like: settings list system > tasker.txt[/COLOR][/B]
settings list system
settings list global
settings list secure
[/HIDE]
You can change the settings which youve got from previous commands by using those commands:
Code:
[B][COLOR="Blue"]# Get the value/status of a setting[/COLOR][/B]
settings get global name_of_setting — returns status of setting (such as 1 = enabled, 0 = disabled)
[B][COLOR="Blue"]# Change the value/status of a setting[/COLOR][/B]
settings put global name_of_setting 0 — disables setting
settings put global name_of_setting 1 — enables setting
settings put system ...
settings put secure ...
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You can also check if there is any intent for display mode in Settings.apk by using Manifest Viewer which shows the AndroidManifest.xml of every apk (where the intents are defined or something).
If there is a setting for display mode or if there is a intent, then its quite easy to set up a Tasker profile to achieve what you want.
You can also try to ask on Reddit ( /r/tasker ) since there are some people with good knowledge and /r/tasker is more popular than here on xda.
Thanks for your reply. You were on the right track. I had also asked on the Tasker Reddit.
But I need root to do what I want, and I'm not prepared to lose the warranty on my S8+ just yet.
Thanks anyway
So you tried AOD (Always On Display) on your favorite Port ROM, you like it but you don't use it anymore because of battery issue.
A way to avoid this would be, like application bases AOD do, to enable this feature only if the phone is on charge. Unfortunatly, this settings is not available. I found a way (somewhere, by somebody else, all credit to him) using Tasker to do it:
Once you have Tasker and Secure Settings (paid apps, but in my opinion, really worth it if you like customizing your device), open Tasker and do the following :
1. On the Tasks tab, create a new task called for example ‘AOD On’
2. In that new task, add an action (Category = Plugin, then Secure Settings)
3. Edit the configuration in the new screen and select Actions => Device Setting
4. In that screen, the Setting Table should stay at ‘system’, and the Setting Name should be ‘aod_mode’. The Setting Value should be set to ’1′.
5. Save the task and create another task with the same steps but call it ‘AOD Off’ and set the Setting Value to ’0′.
6. Once both tasks have been created, go to the Profiles Tab and create a new profile and select ‘State’.
7. Select state category => Power => Power
8. Leave Source as Any, and Invert unchecked.
9. Save the profile, choose the correct task (‘AOD On’), call it ‘Charging’ for example
10. Create a second profile called ‘Not Charging’ exactly the same way but with the ‘Invert’ of step 8 checked, and select the task ‘AOD Off’.
UPDATE : Solution No2 (+ disable AOD when battery is low)
1. Download this app (paid),
2. Don't forget to select the features you want to enable,
3. Thanks @erghetto in post #2 !
4. Voila !
Both solutions works fine on my S8 port. AOD becomes useful again !!!
Or simply use this:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.roei.aodplus
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Or simply use this:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.roei.aodplus
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Well honestly I tried all app based AOD and it's like lock screen app : more features, nice looking but not so well implemented that stock (security, look and feel, Speed...).
But if you are ok with it...
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Well honestly I tried all app based AOD and it's like lock screen app : more features, nice looking but not so well implemented that stock (security, look and feel, Speed...).
But if you are ok with it...
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Maybe you didn't even open that link.
It is an app that simply activates aod only when phone is in charge (plus another feature)
So no need to download tasker or any other app.
It is paid, but also one app you suggests need be payed, so this one is simpler and doesn't require any configuration with tasker or similar
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Maybe you didn't even open that link.
It is an app that simply activates aod only when phone is in charge (plus another feature)
So no need to download tasker or any other app.
It is paid, but also one app you suggests need be payed, so this one is simpler and doesn't require any configuration with tasker or similar
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Ok, ok, I see, you're right, it's a good alternative. Now it depends if you already use Tasker or not, but for people who don't and don't want to bother with all Tasker settings, that's a nice app I didn't know !
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Ok, ok, I see, you're right, it's a good alternative. Now it depends if you already use Tasker or not, but for people who don't and don't want to bother with all Tasker settings, that's a nice app I didn't know !
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Happy of having helped ^^
And thanks also to you, because you however provided a guide which i'm sure is interesting for many users
macrodroid is better
Is there a way to make the Notification Icons on AOD & Lockscreen larger?
I've searched the settings and the Google for an answer. I assume it's 'no', but I am hoping there is a way, because it's hard to see what they are, especially without glasses.
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Is there a way to make the Notification Icons on AOD & Lockscreen larger?
I've searched the settings and the Google for an answer. I assume it's 'no', but I am hoping there is a way, because it's hard to see what they are, especially without glasses.
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Have you looked in the accessibility section of settings to see if there's anything specific to AOD/Lockscreen options?
With all of the 9.0 Betas/leaks & regional/carrier stable versions of 8.1,there's a possibility some phones may have something & others don't.......
I'm not seeing anything specific to AOD/Lockscreen on SM-N960U1 official 9.0 beta,but,if you're on any of the 9.0 betas,perhaps Assistant Menu may be of help (Settings > Accessibility >Interaction & Dexterity >Assistant Menu > Assistant Menu Options)
The floating menu button with this may be of help when Magnifier Window is selected as one of the menu options.
It's definitely not the most polished solution I could find,if it even works on the AOD/Lockscreen,but,it's the closest thing I could find to what you're looking for.
The only other option I could think of is looking for lockscreen &/or icon resizing apps in the Google Play Store that may address this.
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Have you looked in the accessibility section of settings to see if there's anything specific to AOD/Lockscreen options?
With all of the 9.0 Betas/leaks & regional/carrier stable versions of 8.1,there's a possibility some phones may have something & others don't.......
I'm not seeing anything specific to AOD/Lockscreen on SM-N960U1 official 9.0 beta,but,if you're on any of the 9.0 betas,perhaps Assistant Menu may be of help (Settings > Accessibility >Interaction & Dexterity >Assistant Menu > Assistant Menu Options)
The floating menu button with this may be of help when Magnifier Window is selected as one of the menu options.
It's definitely not the most polished solution I could find,if it even works on the AOD/Lockscreen,but,it's the closest thing I could find to what you're looking for.
The only other option I could think of is looking for lockscreen &/or icon resizing apps in the Google Play Store that may address this.
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I looked thru so if these with no joy, but really appreciate the suggestions!
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.
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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.
Note: app compatible with any phone with 1080x2400 screen or lower. Probably higher too, try it. Also it's impossible to make such block when talking in messengers (more precisely, it's difficult). App won't work without gapps, rare case.
Instead of classic reliable optical sensor we have sucky ultrasonic one.
Sometimes it does not turn off the screen while phone call and something is pressed with ear or cheek up to dropping call.
Popular workaround is app "Call Proximity Sensor Fix" which automatically turns off the screen. Or you can press the power button immediately after the answer.
But IMHO this is inconvenient because if you need to look at something on the screen it will not turn on by itself which is so familiar.
My simple application makes screen insensitive to taps. And unlike analogs soft buttons and status bar are blocked too (but not gestures).
On screen will be translucent button that disables lock if you need to use the phone:
– Long tap on button - unlock (button will turn green)
– Short tap when unlocked - lock again
– Long tap when unlocked - remove button at all so as not to interfere with e.g. for entering text
When second call comes in screen will automatically unlock so you can easily answer or hang up. Then it blocks again.
When manually launching the application there will be a question whether to enable 4 seconds delay for an outgoing call. So you able to choose SIM card.
Made by powerful Tasker, the project was exported as standalone application via App Factory. Implemented via scenes with new full-screen blocking type.
Location of button adapted for default AOSP / Google Dialer. It can be misplaced for third-party dialers and / or interface scale. It's impossible to cover all possible variants. So if it really bothers you, install Tasker and project below. Then change coordinates of the buttons.
Installation
Follow manual carefully, otherwise nothing will work.
Application is safe and doesn't have internet access.
1. Download APK below this post
2. Install it via file manager and launch
3. Answer the question about delay, decision can be changed later by launching app again
4. Open Settings > Apps & Notifications > In-Call Screen Lock
5. In "Notifications" turn off them all completely, otherwise they will be annoy you
6. In "Permissions" enable everything: Contacts, Call List and Phone
7. MIUI: right there in application settings enable "Autostart"
8. MIUI: and in "Background" select "No restrictions"
9. Custom: Settings > Apps & Notifications > Advanced > Special app access > Battery optimization > All apps > In-Call Screen Lock > Don't optimize
10. Custom: Settings > Apps & Notifications > Advanced > Special app access > Display over other apps > In-Call Screen Lock > Allow display over other apps
11. MIUI: Settings > Privacy > Management > Special app access > Display over other apps > In-Call Screen Lock > Allow display over other apps
12. Settings > [MIUI: Advanced settings] > Accessibility > In-Call Screen Lock > enable "Use In-Call Screen Lock"
If you using Tasker
1. Download ZIP archive below this post
2. Extract file from it to phone/Tasker/projects
3. Tap on "House" icon at the bottom > Import Project > In-Call_Screen_Lock
4. If you don't need a delay on an outgoing call: delete / disable action #3 ("Wait") from the "In-Call Lock Start" task
5. Custom: Settings > Apps & Notifications > Advanced > Special app access > Display over other apps > Tasker > Allow display over other apps
6. MIUI: Settings > Privacy > Management > Special app access > Display over other apps > Tasker > Allow display over other apps
7. Settings > [MIUI: Advanced settings] > Accessibility > Tasker > enable "Use Tasker"
UPD: files updated, fixed small bug.
does this affect battery life
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does this affect battery life
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No.
Tested now on my RN10-pro... works just fine! Thank you!
Tested without gapps and it didn't work. I use the standard phone app from Arrow OS. I do all settings from your instruction.
There was no 4 seconds query of the sim card. The and no lock screen button.
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Tested without gapps and it didn't work.
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Unfortunately, APK's exported by Tasker always have dependencies from GMS no matter actions it should perform. Sorry, I can't fix that.
I reinstal Arrow with Gapps and Install tasker. IT works great! Thx a lot! Now ist this Phone uesable.
Great application. Tested it via Tasker and works. Thank you so much!
Small question, if you do use the power button while in call to lock the screen and you unlock it again and then use your unlock button, it unlocks but the button disappears so you can't lock it again. How do I get the button back then?
Note: sensors are automatically calibrated and sometimes this creates a problem.
To cleanup and recalibrate the sensors, all you need to do is this:
Bash:
# dd if=/dev/block/by-name/persistbak of=/dev/block/by-name/persist conv=notrunc
For me that solved everything on official MIUI V13.0.12.0 (and previously on V12.5.9.0).
Amazfit User said:
if you do use the power button while in call to lock the screen and you unlock it again and then use your unlock button, it unlocks but the button disappears so you can't lock it again
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That's strange. I tested as you wrote and button visible, nothing in profile logic should block its appearing. I used clean Android 11 and AOSP dialer.
As possible workaround please test this: Tasker > tab "Scenes" > Lock On > tap on lock icon > tab "Long tap" > action "Show Scene" > tick "Block Overlay+"
Zibri said:
sensors are automatically calibrated and sometimes this creates a problem
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That's legit for classic sensor, but I'm doubt, that ultrasonic store its calibration data there (if even have it). "Sensor" unreliable just by design.
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That's strange. I tested as you wrote and button visible, nothing in profile logic should block its appearing. I used clean Android 11 and AOSP dialer.
As possible workaround please test this: Tasker > tab "Scenes" > Lock On > tap on lock icon > tab "Long tap" > action "Show Scene" > tick "Block Overlay+"
That's legit for classic sensor, but I'm doubt, that ultrasonic store its calibration data there (if even have it). "Sensor" unreliable just by design.
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Thanks for the information. Tested it and ticking the block overlay + fixes the issue. I guess it's because even though I'm able to tap the icon and other call icons the phone is still locked. I guess the overlay + makes sure that the lock off scene is still visible on the "lock" screen. I'm on Samsung One UI 4.1 with the native Google dialer.
Thanks for the help.
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That's strange. I tested as you wrote and button visible, nothing in profile logic should block its appearing. I used clean Android 11 and AOSP dialer.
As possible workaround please test this: Tasker > tab "Scenes" > Lock On > tap on lock icon > tab "Long tap" > action "Show Scene" > tick "Block Overlay+"
That's legit for classic sensor, but I'm doubt, that ultrasonic store its calibration data there (if even have it). "Sensor" unreliable just by design.
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ultrasonic sensor can be even manually calibrated and the calibration is indeed stored and used.
Also: the ultrasonic sensor works in software, relying also on the position and angle of the phone.
If that measurement fails or is inaccurate, everything is ruined.
Trust me: try to do a fastboot flash of V13.0.12.0 then reset that partition as I said.
Then you can tell me if it improves or not.
For me now it works perfect both in DUO both in the stock dialer and messenger.
You can find the latest stock firmwares here:
Codes and study of the Redmi Note 10 PRO (SWEET) and some findings
code name 76937 com.miui.powerkeeper.cloudcontrol.CloudUpdateReceiver 8437625 com.miui.powerkeeper.thermalconfig.ThermalConfigReceiver 37263 com.miui.powerkeeper.ui.framerate.FrameRateSecretCodeReceiver 2877...
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