Restricting app access to folders - how? - Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers

How can I restrict an app to NOT be able to access a specific folder ( not in /Android) ?
A messaging app always scans my internal storage and makes its image picker almost unusable because another app is storing many image assets in plain image format, and these images pop up to the top of the image picker.
I want to hide these from my proper album photos while using the image picker so I want to not allow the messaging app to access a specific folder. Is there a way to do this via adb or in an app?
A quick google search didn't have much luck, maybe I searched the wrong phrases? I guess it's the latter, but please give me some guidance.
Android 9, not rooted, no bl unlock

Go to the folder you want to hide and rename it with a period in front of the name to make it a hidden folder. Example: ".Pictures"
Set photo app to ignore hidden files.
Or ditch the trouble app...

blackhawk said:
Go to the folder you want to hide and rename it with a period in front of the name to make it a hidden folder. Example: ".Pictures"
Set photo app to ignore hidden files.
Or ditch the trouble app...
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Though the app which actually makes use of the folder won't work.. I could've made a toggle to add/remove the dot in the folder name and just use that toggle between using image picker and said app.

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[ROM] MIUI 1.5.20 2.3.4 Gingerbread Nexus S English *UPDATED 20th May*

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NS4G go HERE
A few screenshots from my device:
Some more screenshots thanks to kenvan19
Recommended Dark Theme: Dark Theme (MIUI.com Official Theme)
A DarkBlue alternative:
Look for more info and screenshots here
Download here
Just download or Copy to /sd-card/MIUI/theme/ and you will find it in theme manager.
Preview of the new camera app we all are waiting for!! (Just waiting for the topright button now to be able to switch from back to front camera)
A very cool video of MIUI from the main Chinese sight!!
New build!
1.5.20 BETA 7
Update:
Recommended this week:
1. Global perfect expression of support Emoji details
2.NS, I9000 support the front camera
3. Online backup add backup features detailed information see
System
Add Global perfect expression of support Emoji
Add automatic switch-GPS positioning to enhance positioning speed (see Settings -> Personal -> My Location)
Add Defy to upgrade to the latest kernel (ring solution is set to mute or default problem)
Optimization of the default server to China GPS, users can manually switch to another region
Telephone
When the lock screen repair calls, hang up when the other side does not answer the question will be unlocked
Fix some cases, directly into the lock screen will display the password screen problem
Repair if the number of new contacts with existing contacts, as dial-up list will appear in the question does not correspond to
Hang up the phone when optimizing the interaction
SMS
Add Accessories Menu - "Enter the expression in the expression of new Emoji
Added restored SMS SP Number Display (banks, operators and other letters will display name)
Add a custom message style preview
SMS notification tone repair the problem into ringtones
Contact
Add click on the contact picture support to quickly add to the blacklist
Fix error problem Lunar birthday. Please set before the Lunar New students must re-set birthday again
Repair View Contact phone number will be different prefix combined display problems (such as 600,17951, etc.)
Optimization View contact list shows the current letter positioning alphabetical index
Topic
Repair answer a call when ringtone preview online, ringtones concert background playback problems
Gallery
Repair thumbnail display problem in the wrong direction
Fix the problem blank thumbnails
Music
New songs fade effect when switching the control switch (can fade off in the settings)
Add volume to select a song removed, removed, to avoid misuse confirmation pop
Repair using a local picture as album art, in the player and the lock-screen display ambiguous
Fixed equalizer cause the player problems FC
Led to the SD card fix the problem playlists and playback control status can not remember the question
Fix delete the current pause songs, next song will have a direct playback problems
Download
New music player online to download songs using the system's download manager
Add to download the contents of the menu, delete the download tasks and functions to delete download history
Optimized to ensure the system to download up to 5 simultaneous downloads, download up under the same domain name 2
Lock screen, the status bar
Reduce the lock-screen animation optimization of CPU occupancy charge
Lock screen when charging optimize the efficiency of the phone
Camera
Add NS, I9000 support the front camera
Back
Add local backup support backup alarm settings
Add local backup support backup system settings (including telephone and SMS settings) (beta)
New Online Backup Backup Details to view additional features
Optimization of local priority recovery program data recovery, then restore the desktop layout
Notice the progress bar fix the backup problem will be removed
APP backup repair quits unexpectedly, the backup progress from the notice board when the FC into the backup APP
Calendar
Lunar leap month fix the problem does not show
Mirror
Mirror2
MD5: 2697279117ef1723a4c1d037938ae975
English Language pack to Flash AFTER the ROM Flash! 1b
Call mute issues caused by incorrect Phone.apk implementation *fixed*
Mms config fixed to allow for send / receive of messages properly without small images as well
Numerous string improvements to: Contacts, Backup, Mms, MiuiMusic, Settings, Notes, Launcher2 and FileExplorer
Mirror
Mirror2
MD5: a4d41037345a251c3cefab65663779b9
Italian version
For a lot of other languages check out the English main page
Issue downloading?
Don't forget to go to this program
Called "downloads" click on the menu button and change to "download using mobile network".
Frontfacing camera . Use root explorer to put in system/apps and reboot:
Link Please make these changes to permissions!! otherwise it will not work! (Or you can download latest Cyanogenmod and extract the camera)
Double check the permissions!! They need to be exactly like this!!
(optional) Working Kernel (The base is CyanogenMod7 so any kernel for it in theory should work):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=936219
Gotten some good feedback that the Netarchy Nexus - 1.3.2-cfs-2.3.4-universal (Universal for non-stock 2.3.4 roms) do work now!
FAQ
by: rikardo1979
Did u experience a bit weir behavior after u flashed your MIUI+Language pack ?
Like some icons with CN text, or notification menu where u had a "Visitor mode" in CN, time to time fc on some apps, etc.
Try to flash over again but a bit different way
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This works for me1) so do a full wipe again ( cache + data + dalvik cache )
2) install the ROM from CWR but now a bit change cos DONT INSTALL lang pack straight after !!!
3) after the ROMs installed just do a reboot. Once the phone boot all is in CN lang but no worries now
4) reboot phone into CWR again
5) now wipe the cache + dalvik cache. But NOT DATA !!!
6) now u can install the lang pack and reboot after
7) now u all done and u should have your MIUI full EN or another language without CN texts like in notification menu where u had a "Visitor mode" in CN, or some icons on the desktop, etc...
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is there a way to get a dictionary on this rom so i can actually use the swype beta
abn.geek said:
I did all of this by cutting and pasting, but I don't see why you couldn't use adb if that's what you're into.
-Download a recent cm7 (I used rc2)
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abn.geek said:
-Pull LatinIME.apk from the /system/app folder inside the cm7 zip file and paste it to the SD card on the phone
-Delete LatinIME.apk from /system/app on the phone (I used root explorer)
-Move the cm7 LatinIME.apk from wherever you put it on the SD card to the /system/app folder on the phone
-Reboot the phone and it should be good
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And note that you will need the same permissions as with the exchanged front facing camera from CM7!! (Look a little up to see what it should look like!)
Howto fixing the white on white: (not needed in new .25or later)
20 good MIUI tips
White text - how to remove!
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Hi all,
you may of noticed the white text in the latest Nexus S 2.3.3 ROM. In order to run apps like YouTube without the text issue go into Settings > Programs > Manage Applications
Select YouTube for example and scroll down to compatibility mode, switch it on. Re load app - no more white!
Cheers,
Mark ​
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Confirmed works!! No more white on white!! Got it to work after a reboot!!
Fix download in market and for themes on cellular network?
You need to open the application called "downloads" and push the menu on the bottom and choose to be able to use "mobile network"
Is this ROM bug free/faulty free?
No! It is still in beta state. But I use it day to day with little or no issues. It is the best ROM I tried on the nexus yet!
Known issues (not in .25 built or later)
It FC (Force close) some apps like Engadget and other (workaround is using the mobile version of engadget. It works good)
It has white background and white text. (FIXABLE see the red text a little further up)
Seems to FC when you give review to an app. ( I have this issue as some other)
For Beginners
Already flashed MIUI ROM? OK, pick up your phone now, let’s start our happy journey of MIUI ROM.
The first step: selecting apps
Various apps will greatly enrich your cell phone, so firstly let’s select the apps to your taste.
Click Net Disk on the desktop, and you’ll see MIUI has prepared a variety of amazing apps for you, including notes, audios, videos and IM and so on. You are free to choose and install what you like! (Please make sure your phone is connected to wifi.)
Tip: If you want more apps, you may click the tab “All for one” in “Net Disk”, the place where MIUI users upload their own apps.
> You may also download more apps in electronic markets. You need to install the corresponding market (some can be downloaded in “Net Disk”), and then go get more apps.
> I’d like to install apps downloaded from the computer, what should I do? First copy the downloaded file (.apk) into your SD card. Then pick up your phone, click “File Manager” on the desktop, find the file you copied and click to install it.
Tip: How to copy files from the computer to the phone? First connect your phone to your computer via data cable, pull down the notification panel from the top of the phone, click “USB connected”, and then click "Turn on USB storage”.
After copying, do not forget to select the option of “Turn off USB storage”, otherwise "File Manager” in the phone will not be able to find the sd card, as it is being occupied by the computer.
Now I have a lot of apps, how to put them in order?
All apps successfully installed are listed on the desktop, however, they may not be in the order you want, how to put them in order?
> Long press an app icon and then you may move it freely. When it is moved to the screen border, the screen will automatically switch to the next screen.
> How to add a screen? Use two fingers to pinch on the desktop to enter screen thumbnail mode. Then you may add or delete screens.
> How to delete an app? Long press the app icon you want to delete, drag it on top of the trash box and click OK to delete it.
The second step: let's make your phone different.
A phone without style is nothing remarkable, so let’s make your phone different!
> Changing wallpaper: Click Menu button on the desktop, select “Change Wallpaper” to replace the wallpaper. In addition to the existing wallpaper in the phone, thousands of pieces of wallpaper are also available online.
> Changing theme: Themes make great changes to your interface style. Click “Theme Manager” on the desktop to select the theme you like. Also, more online themes are available online.
> Selecting ringtones and more: click “Settings” on the desktop to set call and notification ringtones. In “Personalization” under “Personal” tab, you may find more options.
The third step: it’s time for some advanced techniques!
Well, you are no longer a beginner now, so let’s learn some advanced techniques.
> Adding widgets on the desktop: press the Menu button on the desktop, select "Edit Mode", and then click the icon on the upper right corner to access the interface of “Add Widgets”. Choose your favorite widget on the top, and then drag it to the screen below.
> Using folders to manage desktop apps: in the interface of “Add Widgets”, drag [Folder] to the desktop. You may drag multiple apps into folders to classify them. After opening the folder, you may click the edit icon in the upper left corner to rename the folder.
> Using toggles panel to improve efficiency: drag the notification panel down from the top, click "Toggles" to go to the toggles panel (It goes to the toggles panel in default of notice.) On the panel are listed the most commonly used toggles, you may click to quickly enable or disable a toggle. Long press on the icon will launch the settings for that icon.
> Guest mode: enable the “Guest Mode” toggle in the panel, and your calls and text messages logs will be hidden, and all installed applications cannot be removed. You may have a try when you need to show your phone to guests or children.
> Importing contacts or binding accounts: you may use some apps to import a batch of contacts, or bind Google account directly in "Settings"> "Personal"> "Accounts & Sync Settings" to sync contacts at any time.
> How to print screens? Press "Menu" key and "Volume Down" key at the same time to print a screen. The printed image is saved in the directory of MIUI in the sd card.
> How to copy files from the computer without using the data cable? In case of a wifi connection, enter “File Manager” on the desktop, select the tab of "Remote Administration" to start the service, and then you will get an address. Enter the given address on the computer, then you may copy files without using a data cable!
From miui.com
MIUI Theming:
Change FONT
Theme releases (Make sure it is for YOUR version or it might be issues!!)
Another here on XDA
(ADVANCED below)
Edit lockscreen
More theming/editing
Cool thanx. Is this one in english or do we need to flash the language pack as well?
chris6278 said:
Cool thanx. Is this one in english or do we need to flash the language pack as well?
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No prob
Do not know. But Mark said that we need to wait for the english language pack for this version so my money is on that it is still in Japanese. And no the lang pack for this version is not out.. yet.
Meant Chinese but for us i guess it really doesn't make a difference which one it is
frewys said:
No prob
Do not know. But Mark said that we need to wait for the english language pack for this version so my money is on that it is still in Japanese. And no the lang pack for this version is not out.. yet.
Meant Chinese but for us i guess it really doesn't make a difference which one it is
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Chinese, lollol
JD
English pack is up for .18
http://miui.info/markhuk/miui/Nexus_S/miuidev-1.3.18_NS-EN-PACK1_2.3.zip
Enjoy
Thanks Mark
JD
Is this version supposed to have the new lockscreen?
Sent from my Google Nexus S using XDA Premium App
it hasnt got the proper lockscreen, and im not entirely convinced the white on white is completely fixed either...
Nice new drawer UI tho....
Works scan sd music? Thanks
Sent from my Nexus S using XDA Premium App
slimjimwoods said:
it hasnt got the proper lockscreen, and im not entirely convinced the white on white is completely fixed either...
Nice new drawer UI tho....
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I have gotten it to work.
Just installed it and configuring it!
JupiterDroid said:
English pack is up for .18
http://miui.info/markhuk/miui/Nexus_S/miuidev-1.3.18_NS-EN-PACK1_2.3.zip
Enjoy
Thanks Mark
JD
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Could this get added to the OP?
kenvan19 said:
Could this get added to the OP?
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Do you mean the original thread? I'm all for it. If you mean this thread. I put it there in the quote.
frewys said:
Do you mean the original thread? I'm all for it. If you mean this thread. I put it there in the quote.
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I meant whichever is going to get updated with new builds
kenvan19 said:
I meant whichever is going to get updated with new builds
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My point exactly! I just had a little time now. Haven't seen any updates on the original post. So got a little carried away and posted this. Just like the ROM so much and CM hasn't played nice with me on my nexus and this ROM is awesome!
But to the point. Better someone who has a lot of time! I could post screenshot and format it nicer. But I'm sure I wont be doing a "perfect" job always..
frewys said:
My point exactly! I just had a little time now. Haven't seen any updates on the original post. So got a little carried away and posted this. Just like the ROM so much and CM hasn't played nice with me on my nexus and this ROM is awesome!
But to the point. Better someone who has a lot of time! I could post screenshot and format it nicer. But I'm sure I wont be doing a "perfect" job always..
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Once I get it downloaded (its taking forever...been downloading for 20 minutes and I'm not even 50% done) I'll take a few screenshots.
Also, I'm going to add another mirror :/ this download speed is just ridiculous.
Mirror link:
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/22368847/miuidev-nexusS-1.3.18-deodexed_2.3.zip
Took me an hour to download it from one of the other mirrors...Just checked my speed and clearly that's not the problem...
Also, here are the screenshots I promised:
kenvan19 said:
Mirror link:
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/22368847/miuidev-nexusS-1.3.18-deodexed_2.3.zip
Took me an hour to download it from one of the other mirrors...Just checked my speed and clearly that's not the problem...
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I had absolutly no probs a couple of hours ago. But I guess word is out and their line is stretched to the limit!
Does anyone else have problems with the google search bar? Its works the first time I use it then it just is screwed up and on LPP I can't seem to use the MIUI search.
EDIT:
I tried pushing one to system/app but it didn't work. This is sort of frustrating =/
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visitor mode is chines in my phone !!! how did you do that ?
quattro_rs said:
visitor mode is chines in my phone !!! how did you do that ?
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I just flashed the language pack. Not sure what happened with your flash.
kenvan19 said:
I just flashed the language pack. Not sure what happened with your flash.
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nothing just flashed ROM reboot flash English LP !
its not a big deal thats the only thing that is still in chines .

[Q] app that launches with an image already loaded by default

As the title states, does anyone know of an app that I can launch and load a specific image file without having to navigate to or choose a file every time? Or maybe a script (dunno if you can put a script in a slider shortcut though)
I have my contact info in a QR code and I want to be able to display it from a lockscreen slider shortcut quickly. I want to choose the shortcut and have the QR code display on-screen without further user intervention.
This is the best way I could think to do it, without requiring multiple touches after selecting the unlock shortcut.
Please don't ask me to code it myself, I'm not a dev.
thx in advance.

Is there a way to get a more basic photo gallery on this device

I was curious to know if there's a mod or port for a regular more easily known gallery such as what we are used to with Samsungs or other HTC devices ...nothing like the layout we have now...something that just takes you to the pictures rather than having to go through folders to find what u want .
Or a way to delete the gallery from the system and make another the default?
Have you seen the option on the top left of the gallery to change to album view? And then click menu -> show/hide albums, and select all photos and all videos and deserve everything else.
Sent from my HTC One using xda app-developers app

[MOD] Enable "Hidden" Quick Settings Tiles

This is how to enable all the "hidden" quick tiles in the notification bar that seemed to have been disabled. Between versions of the S5 variants, several quick tiles seemed to be missing from some and enabled in others. Remember, I am NOT responsible for stupidity or whining if YOU do something wrong, phone explodes, etc.
The modifications need Root, SQLite Editor (or equivalent app functioning) and a brain
MAKE SURE YOU HAVE CORRECT PERMISSIONS ON Settings.db OR IT WILL NOT WORK
-----Enabling Quick Tiles-----
1. Open up SQLite Editor
2. Select the Apps tab -> scroll down to Settings Storage and select
3. Click settings.db
4. Click system
5. Click search icon on top right (easiest method to filter) or scroll through db (harder way)
6. Type "notification" in the Filter Value field and press ok
7. Tap "notification_panel_active_app_list" -> select pencil icon on top to edit
8. In Value field, all enabled toggles are listed. Now, add the word "MobileData" (no spaces or quotation marks) to end of list (make sure to have NO SPACES between entries and semicolons separating each entry)
----> ex. Wifi;MobileData;WifiHotspot;Sound; ....
9. Once you add "MobileData", click save button.
10. Close SQLite editor and reboot/profit (see attached screenshot for what it should appear as)
This works for any quick settings tiles that are present, but you MUST type in the correct name (capital letters, no spaces, semicolons all count). One mistake will not show the tile after reboot.
----> instead of "MobileData", you can also "WifiHotspot" (already enabled in miked63017 zip for Hotspot Mod here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2727127 ). Download Booster Quick tile is also able to be added but has no function yet (see my post on updates to status towards getting this working here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2719582 )
-----Missing Tiles (so far noticed, if you know another please comment)-----
*These are exact as they should appear,no spaces and capital letters (case sensitive)
Wifi;MobileData;SilentMode;Location;WiFiHotspot;NetworkBooster;Bluetooth;AirplaneMode;PowerSaving;UltraPowerSaving;Sync;AutoRotate;TouchSensitivity;AllShareCast;Toolbox;MultiWindow;Nfc;SmartStay;SmartPause;DormantMode;CarMode;PersonalMode;SBeam;AirView;AirGesture;DrivingMode;SmartStay;SmartScroll;SmartPause;ToddlerMode;EBook;SmartNetwork;WifiCalling
They can be put in any order and then, upon reboot, be arrange according.
Big thanks to eyecon82 for pathway and miked63017 for Hotspot Mod additions.
wyoud you please be able to post what tiles are missing or what all of them are so users can compare if they need to do this or not .
ex-28 said:
wyoud you please be able to post what tiles are missing or what all of them are so users can compare if they need to do this or not .
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See updated OP
This is great..unfortunately some of the biggest variants that have hidden the downloadbooster have also locked bootloaders
devoidx said:
This is great..unfortunately some of the biggest variants that have hidden the downloadbooster have also locked bootloaders
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Right now, I'm investigating an apk with the hidden 'false' value for Booster to see, if by enabling, that it'll work. May not need anything other than push ability and some apps to edit at least. Still WIP, hopefully more results soon.
ronger here with the G900W
step 7. Tap "notification_panel_active_app_list" -> select pencil icon on top to edit
when I open to edit I have nothing in value
but if I open the file "notification_panel_active_app_list_for_reset" i have all the values in there, also running a rom , not sure if it matters but its in my signature.
im trying to add Touch Sensitivity which i don't have in the shortcuts notification panel
edit
i was on the reset app list and not the active one
however after adding ;TouchSensitivity; and the end of the values , it still doesn't appear
ex-28 said:
ronger here with the G900W
step 7. Tap "notification_panel_active_app_list" -> select pencil icon on top to edit
when I open to edit I have nothing in value
but if I open the file "notification_panel_active_app_list_for_reset" i have all the values in there, also running a rom , not sure if it matters but its in my signature.
im trying to add Touch Sensitivity which i don't have in the shortcuts notification panel
edit
i was on the reset app list and not the active one
however after adding ;TouchSensitivity; and the end of the values , it still doesn't appear
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See my other thread here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=52261596#post52261596, post 15 for all enabled quick tiles and how it should look.
RevelationOmega said:
See my other thread here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=52261596#post52261596, post 15 for all enabled quick tiles and how it should look.
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ok thanks till peek at it.
shazam ! , thanks I was missing a Capitol S
26 enabled here
ex-28 said:
ok thanks till peek at it.
shazam ! , thanks I was missing a Capitol S
26 enabled here
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OP Updated, new toggles added. Check yours versus the list posted in OP. Enter as usual all not there if you desire.
thanks ex-28
How about the flashlight toggle?
RevelationOmega said:
OP Updated, new toggles added. Check yours versus the list posted in OP. Enter as usual all not there if you desire.
thanks ex-28
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your welcome , had a feeling you would see the new ones soon as I posted the screenie
ex-28 said:
your welcome , had a feeling you would see the new ones soon as I posted the screenie
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Thank you for the additions, been looking through system files trying to find any related but spending most of my time now for Download Booster on US Variants.
Skyrocket2 said:
How about the flashlight toggle?
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OP Updated, added WifiCalling (notice LOWER case f in Wifi)
None as of yet, its only a widget I believe. I'm going to try and add one very soon, just been busy at University with exams this week. Will be hopefully getting good amount of work by the weekend and early next week.
any possible way to have a toggle for gps ?
pain to deep into settings to toggle it off and on , aside from loading a widget .
ex-28 said:
any possible way to have a toggle for gps ?
pain to deep into settings to toggle it off and on , aside from loading a widget .
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That would be the location toggle
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Nitefall said:
That would be the location toggle
Sent from my SM-G900P using Tapatalk
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Yes but the location toggle turns off the setting you selected for it wifi gps ect I'm looking to just toggle gps as I leave wifi on all the time
Sent from my Sm-G900W8 using Tapatalk
-----Enabling Quick Tiles-----
1. Open up SQLite Editor
2. Select the Apps tab -> scroll down to Settings Storage and select
3. Click settings.db
4. Click system
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I am rooted on an S5, using a different application called SQLite Manager, but go into applications, setting storage, and all I see is one folder called databases, and another called lib.
Any ideas?
harry_fine said:
I am rooted on an S5, using a different application called SQLite Manager, but go into applications, setting storage, and all I see is one folder called databases, and another called lib.
Any ideas?
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Did you check in the folder called Databases?
Anyone know if it's possible to add Tasker shortcuts to the TouchWiz Quick Settings??
And Bonus points if you can assign your own icon for it?
RevelationOmega said:
Did you check in the folder called Databases?
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Thank you for your reply. I did, and I think the settings.db file is there. But when I try to edit it, the program force closes. Using SQLite Manager. Not sure if it's a problem on my end or with the application.

how to create url shortcut on homescreen

Hello guys
Before my new XZ1compact running Oreo, i was able to create URL shortcuts using app like "website shortcut" and choose a nice picture as icon.
IT seems it no more possible to use such app with Oreo ( noted on website shortcut app website) :
"NOTE: due to a change within Android functionality, Android Oreo (8) does not seem to support the shortcut creation service that this app relies on. A solution is in the works, but will require some time."
Can you please tell me a way to do it or do i have to wait for devellopers to update their application ?
Thanks in advance.
In Chrome navigate to the url you want to add a shortcut to, then in the menu choose "add to homescreen".
That should do what you're asking.
Hello Ohbkid
You're right, this method works to just add a shortcut but you cannot choose shorcut icon; it also works with Edge for android.
this is Something i want to do and i could do using "website shorcut" app in the past.
hbkid said:
In Chrome navigate to the url you want to add a shortcut to, then in the menu choose "add to homescreen".
That should do what you're asking.
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Sorry, does not seem to work on Oreo and Samsung S7. The possibility to make a shortcut on the homescreen is still there in the Chrome browser, but nothing appears on the homescreen. Is this again some security issue in Oreo 8.
url shortcut create on oreo
so, is there a working way to create a url shortcut on homescreen with oreo or not?
thanks
Tom
Absolutely not and impossible. Discovered that it might also have to do something with the launcher you're using. Really, aside from other issues this Oreo is giving me I deeply regret ever having updated to Oreo. What about this adaptive icons problems ??

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