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[Nova Launcher] nick w:
Just an idea, what about the option to remove the dark circle behind folders?

Transparent almost you you just see the fading 3 or 4 icons

Love your work by the way!

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[Nova Launcher] CrisperNeO:
I'm still trying it, but it's already amazed me. Thanks a lot!

Btw, one question, if I installed a new rom, can the desktop layout be restored? That's an annoying part of the stock launcher.
[Nova Launcher] ATnTdude:
Yes, use the backup settings in Nova Settings. It will restore all shorcuts and gives you prompts to restore widgets. A nice feature is that if you forgot to install an app (or Market didn't restore it for whatever reason) you'll still have the link in the desktop, it will just tell you the app isn't installed. Then you can...well...install it.
[Nova Launcher] Minawee:
Very nice...

Just tried this launcher as was recommended by a friend...coming from ADW Launcher EX, here are impressions so far (apologies in advance is any have been already covered...new to this thread and not wanting to read all 135+ pages!) :

LIKES:

-> SUPER quick...really gives the impression of a fast handset...no jittery animations to speak of! (ADW and GO Launcher jitters with some transitions)

-> Not sure if it was intended this way, but when editing icons, I am able to access and use icons installed from my ADW themes and icon packs! Bonus!

NOT-SO-MUCH LIKES:

-> Hiding notification bar requires toggle button for show/hide - would be nicer if handled more like stock (ADW does this).

-> Pull down notification menu gone...also requires toggle button - again, would be nicer if handles more like stock (most other launchers do this).

-> Transition animations sometimes a little *too* fast...while making the phone feel nice and quick, it doesn't do much for that "buttery smooth" feel - perhaps choice of animation speeds? (ADW and other launchers also lack in this department).

-> Transition effects (ie. cube, cards) only animate icons...wallpaper remains static...would be nice to have the non-live wallpapers also animate with the transition effects (I believe GO Launcher does this).

-> Infinite scrolling dock and home pages (a point of complaint with ADW as well, but GO does this)...but the Author has it listed as something in development...kudos.

-> No dock "eye-candy" (ie. reflective surfaces or custom backgrounds).

Overall, really, there isn't much to complain about and a LOT to love! I can appreciate differences between launchers and am fully aware of the "free" vs "paid" aspect. I've tried them all...GO, ADW, LP, SBP, Regina (and even a bunch of little ones hoping to find a gem!)...not quite 100% sure I'll be switching to NOVA as my go-to launcher yet, but it is without a doubt an excellent launcher and one of the best of the bunch. It is DEFINITELY staying on my phone!

Congrats to the author on some really good work here! Please don't take any offense to the list above...we're all just looking for that "perfect" launcher, and if we were able to take pieces from all the current crop of launcher offerings, we'd put together one heck of an app!

Here's hoping NOVA gets there!

Cheers,

-Paul
[Nova Launcher] HanSolo607:
Hey guys, is there any way to resize the icons in this launcher? If not, will that be implemented? I think this is the only thing lacking.
[Nova Launcher] Seano.:
since upgrading to 10 the dock icons are now further spaced apart. is there a way to change that back to the way the stock launcher is and was on previous versions of nova?
[Nova Launcher] kimboinatl:
Sorry, please ignore.
[Nova Launcher] kimboinatl:
Accidental post, please ignore
[Nova Launcher] Bayhill Jacket:
I will not ignore these posts!
[Nova Launcher] doogoshly:
i've been asking that same question! hope someone can give us an answer or post up an old nova apk
[Nova Launcher] the1dynasty:
so now i'm confused... i REALLY like this launcher so i loaded it as the default again and messed with some settings for my kernal and today's battery life has been much better... currently at 57% left with nearly 8hrs off the charger... i was in the 30's yesterday with other settings...

i blamed the Nova b/c i tried both stock and Nova with different kernal settings... and all i did was compare the graph to see where it was dropping faster/slower and making note of what launcher i was using during those times...

summary: there's no doubt still, that Nova has a negative affect on the battery... BUT, with the right settings on the kernal, much better life can be achieved!! :)

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+1

i've been looking into the ICS rom i'm using to figure out what png's to edit for this effect... i'd much rather have the icons sorta floating in the invisible circle than to see that grey background!
[Nova Launcher] boarder.2k9:
My battery life is amazing using nova launcher. Highly doubt its the cause.
[Nova Launcher] XlAfbk:
kevin, how about joining forces with the CM guys, especially Nebojsa Cvetkovic, and work on Trebuchet+Nova?
[Nova Launcher] alphanu22:
this

for all that requested the wp, i came up with a final layout of my home
[Nova Launcher] RacingManiac:
On stock Kernel that AR HD uses, I did not notice any difference between Beta 7 or Beta 10. Currently 7 hour off charger and I am still at 84% on extended batt...which is not that different vs before at Beta 7 level...
[Nova Launcher] bademjooon:
how to Hide Drawer Tabs colors in small tabs? not user friendly :(
[Nova Launcher] SLUDER4:
What exactly do you mean?
[Nova Launcher] bademjooon:
in small tabs option drawer full screen, but change between 2 tab above of drawer, tabs color line shown! how to disable this?
[Nova Launcher] SLUDER4:
I dont beleive you can. Unless you can figure out how to change the color of it, and them make the color match your backround so you cant see it.
[Nova Launcher] iPusak Gaoq™:
Or you can just request the dev to add transparent into the color list of the drawer... [emoji6]
[Nova Launcher] pnefan:
My I make a suggestion for an extra feature:

In the main settings menu to have the alphabetical sorting of apps in the folders globally, as well as a per folder basis (if the alphabetical sorting is switched on in the main settings menu, it would overwrite the per folder basis).

I wanted all the apps in every folder sorted alphabetically, and at the moment, I have to individually go to every folder, and sort each one out separately.

Thanks.
[Nova Launcher] locce:
One Question...can i config The Fonts in The homescreen ? I want bigger fonts ?

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[Nova Launcher] mash4077fan:
Go to settings/my device/display and look for fonts
[Nova Launcher] occtec:
Can someone please confirm if nova launcher will work with LG G3 and will it replace the icons with stock KitKat icons?? Thanks
[Nova Launcher] simon_lefisch:
Download it and try it. Its free.
[Nova Launcher] Ltilt2:
Yes
[Nova Launcher] occtec:
Nice BUT they're not the stock KitKat icons :( or should I say AOSP...
[Nova Launcher] Ltilt2:
I have a different theme for nova. But you do get the option to choose kit kat
[Nova Launcher] occtec:
Great, setting up my G3 tonight, can't wait coming from Nexus 5, loved my nexus I hope I'll love the G3 as much [emoji28]
[Nova Launcher] ThDrkKnight:
Is there anyway to make the stock music widget, look stock? When using Nova it shows part of the song scroll underneath the widget (which doesn't show on stock TW). Thanks!
[Nova Launcher] Ok_Kaleidoscope5109:
With OK Google from any screen now available in the Google Search app itself, is there a point in turning on OK Google within Nova? It sounds redundant, and would be curious if there are any conflicts.
[Nova Launcher] mrdoug:
I'd be interested to hear a more knowledgeable response, but my thought are it may consume more battery /resources since nova is listening actively, too.

Personally, I disabled it when they released the any screen feature. That said, I'd image some people might not want it anywhere, yet would like to be able to use it from the homescreen hands free. Thus, my impression is it'll fill a small niche, maybe?

I can't image it would create conflicts, as if you have any other app open and try to open it again, all it does is 'unminimize' your already open app. Still, I'd welcome a more educated answer... My programming skills end at ticking items in the settings menu. :)

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[Nova Launcher] Stuart Little:
Why is this guy not a RD yet?

Sent from my beastly SM-T320
[Nova Launcher] Jaf5489:
The amount of resources used to have the "OK Google" hotword detection enabled seems negligible. I've run Nova Launcher with it enabled for two days, and then disabled for two days, and battery life/usage seemed exactly the same. I personally keep it disabled though, as I don't really use it often. As for the conflicts, I never noticed anything non-functional in my time of using it, but I'd be interested in a more educated answer as well!
[Nova Launcher] Thot Ctrl:
I use 240dpi on my Galaxy Note N7000 and the app drawer icon in the dock moves to the right and I cannot for the life of me move it to the middle. Is there a way to move it or just not? In that case I will have to move to other alternatives :(
[Nova Launcher] ylexot:
Change the number of dock icons to an odd number.
[Nova Launcher] Stuart Little:
Using it again!

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[Nova Launcher] dragontology:
No problems with Nova, but I'm trying Google Now Launcher + XGELS, and I'm really impressed with how far it's come, mostly the latter. One feature I really dig are the swipe up/down 'zones.' For both up and down swiping, you have left, middle, and right zones. In the free version, middle is disabled for down and left and right are disabled for up, but I personally think these swipes would be more useful than any two-finger gestures. Just my opinion but maybe others agree? Not knocking Nova, but I thought I'd step outta my comfort zone and see what else is out there, and I found a new shiny. Maybe the feature can be added at some point?

Also what about swipe right for Google Now (from left most screen)?
[Nova Launcher] Hanzo.Hasashi:
Yes, Google now on the left screen would be a good idea
[Nova Launcher] Pablete197:
app drawer

when i click the app drawer icon i go to the last page i had been,

How do i manage to go always to the first when i click tha app drawer?
[Nova Launcher] Bill Gamble:
Nova_Settings/Drawer/Advanced: uncheck "Remember Position"
[Nova Launcher] mrdoug:
It does not work for me... Presume it is a bug. I believe if I open an app, it resets the drawer to the top. If I just click home, it does not.

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[Nova Launcher] Rudolpht:
I have had nova after paying for a bunch of other unlicked launchers it was a no brained on the G3. If the KitKat icons won't suit, there are dozens of stock-type icons you could download (or even G3 icons). Moonshine is a good tweaked stock set. I jump between blitz and domo myself. You'll love the G3 regardless.
[Nova Launcher] Pablete197:
it doesn't work for me. i have the same bug
[Nova Launcher] anand4edu:
Y not app list in drawer has the A-Z selection and sub selection feature not included as it exist long back in Samsung stock rom?
[Nova Launcher] mrdoug:
The reason is that Nova isn't based on Samsung stock. I forget the name of that which it is based (MIUI? I don't think so, but that's all that I can bring to mind).

That said, many have spoken about the want of a sorting and search feature in the app drawer. Perhaps it is a feature we may see in the future?

Sent from my secret lair in an undisclosed mountainside.
[Nova Launcher] symbuzzer:
Hi. I am a rom developer for android based Nokia X, Xplus and XL. We have serious problems about X Platforms notification system. Our phones havent got a regular notification drawer and also default launcher doesnt able to show new notifications. The only way to see new notifications is open fastlane screen. For this reaseon, most of Nokia X based phones users need to use an third party launcher and notification system. For example I am using your launcher and tmissed it app for solution.

I have a request from youç Can you build a special version of this launcher (fully functional) for NokiaX platform for custom roms? We will support your work with donations (on xda or Play Store) I will wait reply from you? Thanks.
[Nova Launcher] tlf55:
Is it possible to make when only 1 page "desk" active to have a little annimation when swiping even if it won't swipe to nothing as there isn't other desk.. like in TW or GEL .. when we have only 1 page desk and try to swipe there's a little animation that show that you can't go further :)

Sorry for my english :)
[Nova Launcher] :
Maybe coz he prefers freelance and entrepreneurship... :cowboy:

FYI, Nova is based on the stock android launcher since ICS days....

FYI, the OP/dev of this launcher doesn't go through this thread anymore....

It would have been too cumbersome for him to reply to every probs...

If you want to request any feature, there's a Nova Request Feature at the official Nova site...

Here's the link... http://feedback.novalauncher.com/forums/145180-nova-feature-requests

Be patient though, just because you requested a feature doesn't mean it will be implemented....

The developer of this project is quite a visionary himself and he designs the app according to his plans... Don't worry,this is the only reason prevents the launcher from becoming a bloatware....

Enjoy Nova... ;)

Hope this helps... :good:
[Nova Launcher] Geilerzucker:
That's the one thing I'm dying to get for Nova Launcher. I'm just not comfortable with folders over folders.

I was reading reddit the other day and it was said the Nova Launcher developer won't put as much effort into it anymore as he got less time because of real life. Is that the case?
[Nova Launcher] mrdoug:
From what I understand, he did take a hiatus when he welcomed a new child to his family. That is somewhat historic now, though, as he has since come back to his projects and released a few updates across his apps.

Not certain if the amount of time is less now... that could merely be speculation.

Sent from my secret lair in an undisclosed mountainside.
[Nova Launcher] thomaskid:
I have a problem. Currently using Samsung Galaxy S2, I9100G, running on 4.1.2. When I use Nova Launcher, there is a problem after pulling down my notification bar to view my notification drawer. Once I press anything (example: brightness slider, or WiFi on/off), the whole notification drawer becomes transparent.

Any idea how to fix this?

Thank you.
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
Agreed... Kevin has also always updated Nova in spurts - he'll spend a week or two pushing updates, and then go dark for a while. He usually does this after a new Android version release, coupled with a few bug fix and feature enhancement releases throughout the year.

I'm perfectly fine with this type of release schedule, but I also own a Nexus device, which means there's not a whole lot of extraneous stuff (code and such) that could potentially create conflict with Nova... It's always run perfectly for me, so I'm not looking for constant updates to fix things on my device.
[Nova Launcher] mrdoug:
Htc one 4.4 locked on at&t...

I sent a group message today , and when I got a reply it showed up in the Tesla unread icon . I read the message and returned to the homescreen. The unread icon did not disappear. I checked the htc lockscreen icon, it was clear (as it should be). I tried turning on and off the unread Tesla app, clearing the cache from the messaging app and Tesla unread. I deleted the potentially offending Group message, and even tried reinstalling Tesla unread 3. In the end I installed an older version (2.3) of Tesla unread and it finally went away.

Any idea why this may have happened? Thanks!

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[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
Hmm... I'm starting to think that Kevin may need to add a disclaimer to his apps, because they seem to have issues on certain devices - namely Samsung and HTC devices. I'm thinking that both companies tend to heavily modify the Android code base, which causes compatibility issues with third party apps. TeslaUnread may be conflicting with whatever notification provider HTC is using natively. Hopefully these problems are something Kevin can address, without making wholesale changes to his apps.
[Nova Launcher] mrdoug:
Thanks for the response, Jjhiza. I'm not too worried about it, my needs for an unread notification are very basic, 2.3 works just fine for it. That said, I'm shocked that HTC is amongst those that has issues often. I've had no issues with Nova, etc. before. I've always felt the OS addition was more polish than change. Of course, Samsung gets a bad rap for its UI layer with every new phone release, so that brand doesn't surprise me. :)

If I had to guess, I would suggest the issue lies in how htc's messaging app handles group messages, since all the rest of the message features have always worked flawlessly with Nova unread. I keep a backup apk, so I can try each additional update as they come out without fear of losing anything. If he fixes it all the better, but no big deal.

Sent from my secret lair in an undisclosed mountainside.
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
Yeah, I've seen a lot of reports about Samsung devices, and I've seen a rise in issues with HTC and even LG phones recently. My only basis for comparison is my Nexus 5, which handles everything perfectly. That's why I'm beginning to think that the code changes to the framework and SystemUI on non-AOSP devices may be to blame. If true, it's a concern for third party app developers everywhere, and could be an issue that they can't allocate time or resources to fix. ?
[Nova Launcher] mrdoug:
Yeah, I could see that being a problem. You'd have very specific issues for each manufacturer or possibly even each specific model. I presume this is akin to Android fragmentation I read all over. :(

We'll, I'm glad mine is so minor for me (and that I had an old apk). :)

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[Nova Launcher] shaolinsoldier:
just noticed that nova is not hiding statusbar clock while on homescreen, if i open app drawer then press home, it will sometimes then hide the clock, anyone know of any conflicting apps? The latest i've installed is NiLS but I tried uninstalling it and problem still persists...

Edited typo...
[Nova Launcher] mrdoug:
I didn't think nova had any effect on the lockscreen. I was pretty sure you needed a separate app for that.

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[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
^ Widgetlocker should do the trick. Kevin develops that app as well, and it has some of the same, great features as Nova.
[Nova Launcher] ekerazha:
Actually, It is based on the Launcher2 stock launcher used by stock Jelly Bean.

Stock KitKat uses Launcher3 (Launcher3 based launchers are Trebuchet in CyanogenMod 11 or the Google Now Launcher).
[Nova Launcher] mrdoug:
Thank you. When I saw the conversation come and go without an answer, I thought I was not going to see a definitive response. That one was bugging me. :)

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[Nova Launcher] iPusak Gaoq™:
Actually Nova is originally base on ICS launcher (Adw Launcher) with a lot of JB influence into it....that is why this launcher can be install on ICS and above...
[Nova Launcher] ekerazha:
Old versions were based on the ICS Launcher2 launcher, then it was synced to the JB Launcher2 launcher. ADW Launcher is another thing and it is based on the Android 2.x launcher.
[Nova Launcher] shaolinsoldier:
My mistake, I meant to say home screen not lock screen...
[Nova Launcher] locce:
Thanx....i want config only the launcher fonts not the System fonts;)

Gesendet von meinem GT-I9505G mit

Tapatalk

One Question...can i config The Fonts in The homescreen ? I want bigger fonts ?
[Nova Launcher] wedouglas:
I'm having some issues with the app drawer on my OnePlus One.

I've installed Nova Launcher and set my app drawer to infinite scroll along with vertical scrolling. However, it can be hard to get it to scroll left/right. It's very unresponsive. Well actually, I don't think it's unresponsive so much as it is that it's confusing my motion as initially up and down rather than side to side. Sometimes I can swipe left or right several times in a row before it actually scrolls.

On my Nexus 5 it works about 10x better and more accurately.

I've included a link to a youtube video showing what I mean.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Klo8jQVh1F4
[Nova Launcher] FrydaeXIII:
Can't change app drawer icon.

Ok, I've searched Google and the only answer I've found is someone from Android Central who has the same problem as me but with no solution. I don't know when or what caused this, but I can't change my app drawer icon anymore. If I click the icon to change it, instead of opening up the icon selector, it just returns to the edit window. And this problem seems to be exclusive to the app drawer only, I can edit/change the icon of every other app just fine. Any ideas?

So far I've tried:

-Backup and clear Nova data and restore (Didn't work)

EDIT: Found a temporary solution, Switch to System icon theme, make the change, then choose icon pack again.
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
I'm sure it's being worked on... ?
[Nova Launcher] anonymous-bot:
I just saw that Apex Launcher Pro went on sale...any chance we will see a sale for Nova Launcher Prime? ;) *hint*hint*
[Nova Launcher] Thot Ctrl:
Thanks already fixed :victory:
[Nova Launcher] chikimonke:
Anyone else noticing that their widgets seem to disappear and reappear on the latest betas? (Both both on 3.1b1 and b2)
[Nova Launcher] catman51:
Yes, problem with Amber and Talon.
[Nova Launcher] killchain:
The change log for 3.1 Beta 1 mentions a fix for that.

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[Nova Launcher] mrdoug:
Wow, I didn't even realize that a beta was going on. Just checked and Beta 2 is up. Obviously I've been out of touch.

App search function, yeah!

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[Nova Launcher] sordna:
App search?! Thanks for mentioning that! Can't wait for this feature!
[Nova Launcher] iamnotkurtcobain:
Delete
[Nova Launcher] buraktas92:
Please fix little shutter when we start to swiping screens. Screen doesn't respond for a little time and then jumps a little and acts normal. Other launchers doesn't have this i checked them. I am using nexus 4 this is the only issue i have and rest of it really awesome. It appears when you swipe slowly. If you swipe fast you can't notice the shutter.

Thank you for your awesome work.
[Nova Launcher] hell_lock:
It shows that my system doesn't support transparent status bars. Can anyone's tell me why?
[Nova Launcher] mathlang:
widget problems

I'm seeing Timely and Today widgets height restricted to just one row, irrespective of the height of the widget background. That forces Timely to show the clock in the same fon size as the date, and Today is showing just one wide, very tall week in the month widget.

They work fine in stock Google Now launcher.

On an unrooted Nexus 7 and Nova 3.1 prime b2.
[Nova Launcher] Piemo:
A) is it correct to post here for feature request?

B) my feature request is to add an option to hide the folder name and the folder options in the desktop, for someone is kinda useless and waste much space

C) since when I left Epic launcher back to Nova, I'be problem with my Pressy button which can't recognize anymore the presses. If I change launcher again, everything is back to work. Anyone noticed it? Think is "Ok,Google" feature related
[Nova Launcher] //.dax:
Do you have KK? :p If yes, something's wrong with your ROM

If you are on JB then use tinted status bar

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Not on my side, latest beta
[Nova Launcher] Schrotty35:
App Drawer Icon not work with latest Beta.
[Nova Launcher] Ja_som:
Restart your devices after update.

I had a few problems that were solved after restart.

Odoslané z Nexus 7 pomocou Tapatalku
[Nova Launcher] SLUDER4:
How do u setup a tinted status bar??