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[Nova Launcher] latino147:
this FB widget from LP was one of the reasons I kept using it until the last moment :P (=Nova came)

And it can be themed, great!

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@Kevin: dude, the update to have the dock visible on tablets just ROCKS!

I've bought prime on my wife's tablet now, she's really happy with it :D
[Nova Launcher] brunoisa10:
Working well on my Tablet (SGT7) and on my Galaxy nexus , with the free version

just a little remark on the dock : the widget 1x1 is a little bit truncated on my Gnex (Fancy Widget 1x1 with the weather) and is perfect on my Tablet

really great job Kevin :)
[Nova Launcher] enigma1981:
Again:

1) overlapping widgets

2) gestures on dock widgets

Swyped from my Galaxy Spica using Tapatalk 2
[Nova Launcher] profetul:
Notifications and Home Screen setting

Hi all,

First of all I want to say that I installed, liked and bought the app without any hesitation. It it for me the best launcher on the market at the moment. I have tried several other (Go, Launcher Pro, ADW and so on) none of them sticked with me.

In my opinion, there are a couple of feature request that would make the difference

1. to have notifications (for SMS, Call, E-mail...)

2. to have the option to set the Default Home Screen (not to be forced to always have the middle screen as the default one)

3. to have the option up to 9 (as Apex) or more screens

4. to have the option to create more tabs into App Drawer (for more customization/indexation)

From all these, my fav are the first 2.

Thank you again Kevin for the great work and for the awesome Launcher.
[Nova Launcher] OneDeep:
Does this launcher have the ICS soft keys at the bottom? I seen some roms being able to change the color of the keys. It would be cool to have the keys do different things.

Sent from my White Evo 4G
[Nova Launcher] dmarden:
That's a function of the ROM, not a launcher.
[Nova Launcher] maniac2403:
If you wanna do wonderful things with your on screen buttons, install AOKP, Liquid, CM9 ROM's which allow you to do just that.
[Nova Launcher] dz1:
Any possibility of themes in the future? That be awesome
[Nova Launcher] OneDeep:
Will look into it. I thought it was part of the launcher.

Sent from my White Evo 4G
[Nova Launcher] AznInertia:
When I set custom icons in the dock, they have incorrect sizes.

5 icon dock...

the 2 icons on the left are small

the 3 icons to the right are larger

7 icon dock...(from left to right)

2 icons far left are small

2 next icons are larger

2 icons smaller

1 icon larger
[Nova Launcher] Rodeojones:
Two of the problems mentioned earlier have disappeared. No more redraws or issues with apps not appearing in the drawer. I decided to go back to Beta3 and then did a reinstall of Beta5, skipping over Beta4, and all is well. The only thing that's still happening is that I get a random Quick Search widget appearing on my default screen. It's the slightly smaller removable one, not the one that sticks at the top of the screen on each page. It happens from time to time if I download a new app from the market and it happens everytime I reboot my phone. But I can live with needing to remove a widget every so often if it means everything else works well.

Regarding features, as someone mentioned above, I'd prefer an option for the home button to go to the default screen if you're not there and then show screen previews if you're on the default (I believe ADW and LPP both had this setting). If it never comes, I'm okay with that.
[Nova Launcher] Captain_Throwback:
+1

LPP definitely has that feature, and I do miss it on Nova (but not enough to stop using it ;)).
[Nova Launcher] mvirtue:
Bug report - disappearing icons

Love this software! Kudos to the developer. Well done.

I've noticed one recurring problem: I have 7 home screens. The top row of four icons on the 6th screen regularly disappears. All four icons. If one of them is a folder, that disappears too. It's not that they're invisible - it's like they've been deleted.

If I put them all back, and then take a backup, and then after they disappear I restore the backup, they don't come back.

Otherwise, excellent software!
[Nova Launcher] chudy34:
Maybe you Add for Menu press function to un system settings. This is good option for me and other user this launcher.

Other functions most wantend :D :

- transparent drawer (good option for visual effect)

- resizeble icon in dock (option set to 7 is good but standard size is too large on 4')

- more effect to slide screen in desktop (fly in, etc)

- maybe group widgets in drawer on aplication

Thats all my wishlist ;P

Mery Christmas for Evryone :)
[Nova Launcher] Mikey:
Would flashing Pauls "UI patches (LHS / RHS / Both / Search Button / When Hidden)" mod kill anything in this launcher.

Or can it be integrated into this launcher?? :D

Awesome launcher ;)
[Nova Launcher] haproot:
Beta 5 is running fantastic so far! The widget issue cropped up once but since then it has been fine. It's really coming along. I like what I'm seeing.

- from the GNex
[Nova Launcher] jeff5891:
i have it flashed and dont have any problems.

how do you add custom docks to this launcher. would like to see an option like LP.
[Nova Launcher] just4747:
EXACTLY what I wanted. OP can this be added as an option?? Where home button brings you to home screen, but if already on home screen then it shows previews instead. :)
[Nova Launcher] irishrally:
One more vote for system settings shortcut on home menu selection.
[Nova Launcher] grooves12:
came here to ask for same thing... would love to be able to get to system setting quicker.

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Is it possible to add a "shortcut" that will launch the voice actions? (Not the widget) IE: a single icon that could be added to the dock. I still can't believe Google removed the search button, but more importantly the long-press shortcut to launch voice search. Seems kind of dumb with the recent emphasis on voice search functionality in phones.
[Nova Launcher] leemarkin:
i want to have the option to hide or completely disable the dock
[Nova Launcher] Magnumutz:
Love this Launcher, it's my default one now :D

+1
[Nova Launcher] HiGGzZ:
I'm switching form Go launcher to the Nova one.

for now it's gr8, specially 'cause Nova supports GPU rendering (Go launcher got visual artefacts in dock when it's turned on).

But is it possible to have some different icons for folders (don't like the circle one) -> See attached file (From Go launcher)

http://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=828089&stc=1&d=1324726091
[Nova Launcher] daddyd302:
I'm having issues with disappearing icons/widgets. Mine would just randomly disappear after exiting the apps menu.
[Nova Launcher] Mikey:
Does this launcher kill the ss feature of this phone??? I cant take a screen shot.

Im using EaglesBlood rom
[Nova Launcher] HiGGzZ:
Ss still works.
[Nova Launcher] MiToNiOeS:
This Launcher mod is very good that stock launcher!!

Its possible to add a option for not load widgets on open app drawer directly? The probem is that launcher, some times, load all installed apps and widget and this need much time.

I think that its better that when we open app drawer only must to load apps and when we push on widget tab then the widgets are loaded.

The CyanogenMod launcher mod have this functionality and work fine

Thank for you work!!!!
[Nova Launcher] player911:
yea I won't like the Widgets being in the app tray. Once you reach the end of the apps I don't want to accidentally flop into the Widgets.
[Nova Launcher] cschweppe:
Just wanted to throw it out there that beta5 fixed my issues of search bar reappearing. And it has been a lot more stable. Only thing else(and this is very small) if the widget menu is going to be like in GB it would look better in black background. Love the launcher great devs. Thanks again
[Nova Launcher] rashad1:
The Market icon should be placed next to the Menu icon in the app drawer for quicker access.
[Nova Launcher] Kurre:
http://feedback.novalauncher.com/forums/145180-nova-feature-requests

It would be nice to respect the devs notes..requests to the "user voice" as stated in the OP. It probably doesn't help to spam it here..
[Nova Launcher] Shadow-Nexus:
Thanks for the great launcher kevin

My favorite thing is how the launcher handles custom dpi look
[Nova Launcher] Saety:
Hi,

does Prime version gives u option not to use infinite scolling in app drawer? Would like that when i scoll in application tab doesnt automatickly continiou to widget tab etc..

Ty
[Nova Launcher] XlAfbk:
just disable the widgets tab?
[Nova Launcher] Apk07:
I'd really love it if I could have 5x4 in the app drawer
[Nova Launcher] octavian90:
+10 on exactly this. I love love the way all drawer looks on lower dpi. No mess no trouble, just lovely.
[Nova Launcher] stacio88:
Any fix on laggy app drawer?
[Nova Launcher] ubikt:
I love too.. perfect in samsung captivate. Really really fast
[Nova Launcher] Saety:
Yea, but would still like to be able to use widget tab, just dont want that it automaticly goes from tab to tab.
[Nova Launcher] elhennig:
If you switch to 5x4 in desktop settings you'll have 5x4 in the app drawer, too.
[Nova Launcher] latino147:
I would like a lower DPI too, but whenever I did that in the past I couldn't download anything from the market anymore bc of 'compatibility issues', is there a workaround for that within the launcher?
[Nova Launcher] albireox:
Any chances to get past the 7x7 grid barrier? Try to use it on the Galaxy Note in tablet mode (213dpi), and need something like 10x7.
[Nova Launcher] maniac2403:
No, its a ROM feature, Nova Launcher can't help you with that. If you are using AOKP, did you follow the procedure which is provided?
[Nova Launcher] midnight_plue:
was from LauncherPro and just recently discovered Nova, was using Widget Locker all the while and love it to bits, and didn't know Nova was made by you >.<

really late to join in the band, but then I'm glad I did cuz I really like it!

a question, how I get the "folder" to appear on the desktop? Currently am using Folder Organizer but I would like to try out Nova's version since it look really sleek and clean :)

also, I noticed that when I use Widget Locker (latest version) actually causes my phone to auto shutdown by itself when it goes into screen off mode.

am on Samsung S2, Android 4.0.3
[Nova Launcher] Staggers:
Drag one app shortcut on top of another and ... voila! Folder. There's also a Prime feature that allows you to batch add apps to folders
[Nova Launcher] midnight_plue:
ah found it! thank you very much!

by the way, anyone here have this problem of Widget Locker maybe being incompatible with Nova Launcher? I think my phone has this issue >.<
[Nova Launcher] latino147:
I use both of them but don't have your issue, using MIUI Rom

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No I'm on MIUI nowadays, I haven't tried it in a while because of those market problems and I figured this still was a problem. I'll look into the procedure in AOKP to see if it can be applied to Miui
[Nova Launcher] JerryPi:
I use widget locker on a daily basis for a long time together with nova launcher and i don't recall any problems.
[Nova Launcher] Apk07:
No? That changes nothing for me. I have my desktop set to 6x6 and the app drawer remains at default
[Nova Launcher] Staggers:
When you say "incompatible" what problem are you experiencing exactly? WL is a lockscreen replacement, Nova is a launcher. There isn't that much scope for them to clash in performing their functions.
[Nova Launcher] supernova_00:
These last few updates really kill the battery, please fix!
[Nova Launcher] KaLiBLeeK:
I'm running into this same issue on a Galaxy Tab 2 7.0; I've had a bit more success getting custom static wallpapers to display correctly since I disabled wallpaper scrolling, but it's still hit or miss; once Nova "redraws" or whatever, the wallpaper gets blown up and I have to go back to the stock launcher to fix it (temporarily). Would love to have this fixed in a future release. I still love the launcher, especially the Prime version.
[Nova Launcher] Kurre:
I haven't noticed anything like that..any more info about the drain..how, when..?
[Nova Launcher] brunoisa10:
not noticed that and I have Nova on my Gnex and my SGT7
[Nova Launcher] kevin@TeslaCoil:
When adding a shortcut select Nova Launcher, not Activities. I probably should just list the nova actions under the nova activity to avoid confusion, but they aren't actually activities.

Correct. There is definitely no issue with WL and Nova. I develop and use them both...

The only WL incompatibilities with launchers has been rather minor, there used to be an exit animation issue most notably with Launcher Pro, but it's been worked around. There also used to be a weird animation glitch due to that work around when the notification bar was hidden but that also has been worked around. Heavy manufacturer skins, including MIUI, have been a source of trouble in the past but nothing current.

If you experience a bug (in any app), explain the problem to the dev. You can include details you think are relevant such as what launcher you are using, definitely what phone and rom/android version, but if you just say it's incompatible with something I'm likely going to just say no it is not. If instead you say you're using Launcher Pro and WL and have both configured for the notification bar to be hidden, but when unlocking it briefly flashes as visible tells me what I need to know (indeed that example was fixed very soon after I received the report).

Check System Settings > Battery to see what is using your battery. Nova does not use much at all.

I'm looking into this. I know the touchwiz launcher treats wallpapers differently than the AOSP launcher or Nova launcher. I need to see if I can reproduce on my SGS2 or Note. For now setting the wallpaper from Nova itself might work around it.
[Nova Launcher] Ov3rbyte:
Loving the latest update with widgets in the bottom drawer! Got an app called SMS unread count. Works great to see if texts got missed in the notification bar on top.
[Nova Launcher] XlAfbk:
talking about shortcuts, any chance to get shortcuts to specific drawer tabs as Nova actions? that way drawer tabs would be a lot faster to reach.
[Nova Launcher] demonsavatar:
Why am I limited to 7 rows on my HTC Sensation? I don't use text labels on my icons and there is tons of empty space between rows!
[Nova Launcher] hiz99:
is there any way to make app drawer folders
[Nova Launcher] nsordk:
is this a request or a bug report?

If neither then this is your answer:

You have 7 because nova offers that as max atm., you have space where text should have been cause nova offers that solution atm

Advice:

Find the link in previous posts and place your votes on those requests like rest of us did.
[Nova Launcher] XlAfbk:
yes, in preferences > app drawer
[Nova Launcher] elias0441:
I don't know if anyone suggested this before but is it possible to make folder movable to desktop just like go ex launcher?
[Nova Launcher] hiz99:
where is preferences? nova settings?
[Nova Launcher] XlAfbk:
yeah, obviously
[Nova Launcher] midnight_plue:
hey everyone, thanks for replying, I did mention earlier about how did WL causes my phone to go auto shutdown :)

currently am on this PDA:XWLP8, Phone:XXLPS, CSC:OXALPS , Android 4.0.3, Samsung S2 Non G version

Whenver my phone goes into screen off mode, in just a short while my phone will auto shutdown itself. Need to press the power button to get it on. I never had this issue when I was on launcher pro + WL + GB, but when I switch over to ICS, then this happen. Launcher Pro or Nova, phone just goes into auto shutdown if WL is enabled.

i have tried disabling WL and the auto shutdown doesn't happen. Not sure where else went wrong >.< Not sure if turning off the stock screen locker has got anything to do with this?
[Nova Launcher] maniac2403:
WL is not really compatible with ICS yet. Yes, you can make it work, but I don't think it really works flawlessly. I have been using WL since my android 2.3 days, but I can live without it on ICS.
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
I'm using WL on my D3, running Gummy 1.0 and it works just fine...I've never had an issue with it clashing with either 4.0.3 or 4.0.4. Maybe I'm just lucky, but I've definitely not had any ICS-related issues with it.

That said, some ROMs, like AOKP, will provide a reasonable work around if the lockscreen options are fully functional. It won't be as good as WL, but you can set a custom wallpaper, and add up to 8 shortcuts, so it's serviceable at least. :)
[Nova Launcher] psych2l:
Have Nova Prime and am enjoying the features, especially the custom folders that I'm replacing folder organizer with. I just wanted to throw out a suggestion which would be the ability to swipe left and right when viewing a folder to see what's in another folder. Sometimes I tap on the wrong folder icon and it would be great to just swipe around until I find the right grouping, hope that's feasible!
[Nova Launcher] elhennig:
I started using it when I switched to ICS. First I used ICSSGS RC4.2 and now it's SLim 3.4. With both WL Beta works very well!
[Nova Launcher] peterbonge:
That is not true! I'm using WL since December without any issues. If you have problems they may be related to your custom ROM.
[Nova Launcher] szakal87:
does anyone know that developer integrate widgetlocker with nova launcher?i mean, when i use sense 3 unclock, i see a bit lag :) and would be great to see unlock carousel animation ,like a htc sense, or sometking like that :)
[Nova Launcher] barneypooch:
Swipe up not working

Installed the app (Prime) today. Phone: SGS2 (also using Widget locker - latest version).

I set the finger swipe "up" to show/hide the dock. It worked for a while, then stopped. Instead it either (a) shows/hides the notification bar or (b) slides the dock to the right.

It does this with or without a live wallpaper. A reboot fixes it, but not for long.

I've also tried it with the two-finger swipe. Same problem.

Sorry if this is the wrong place to report the issue. I can't see a bugs section on the website.
[Nova Launcher] maniac2403:
well, all I can say is that WL when I last used it caused SOD's with CM9 and stock for me. I didn't really try it after that, there might have been an update fixing that. Sorry for the confusion.
[Nova Launcher] Darwichee:
I have a question. When i install a new rom i allways take Apex apk and paste it in system/app , and then it's installed as a system app and i can use it directly.

But with Nova app this doesn't work, because i need to go back in system/app and click on the app and install it.

Am i doing anything wrong, because it says in the guide that it should work like the Apex installation.

Thanks guys,
[Nova Launcher] Shadow-Nexus:
You don't need to install the apps in the system anymore they both have the feature root helper
[Nova Launcher] latino147:
On ICS when looking for Nova under the 'Running apps' I always see Nova in the Cached processes.

Now what does this mean exactly? That Nova gets 'locked' down in memory or something like the swapfile in Windows?

I still get screen redraws occassionaly, and my wife almost every time she returns to her launcher on her Xperia Arc S (stock GB and stock ICS)
[Nova Launcher] jairmoreno:
Hi Kevin,

I would like to buy the prime, but I think that 4 dollars is very expensive, could you make a special offer just for XDA users or something like that?.

Greetings from Colombia
[Nova Launcher] blk_jack:
I bought an Americano today for $4 after tax+ tip. Are you trying to tell me an app I'll use every day on my phone should cost less than a cup of coffee?
[Nova Launcher] kikex76:
Is there any way we can still use TW calendar widgets with nova launcher?

I'm running ICS alpha 2 on GNote, converted launcher to system app, phone is rooted, granted root permissions, root helper setting enabled, installed novalauncherupdate.zip, and still no go.

Any suggestions?:(
[Nova Launcher] kboeckx:
Refresh issue

Hi,

I'm having a refresh issue with your launcher. The widgets are not refreshed. For example:

When I get a SMS, I see the little sms icon in the top bar (where the clock is etc.) but the widget "SMS unread count" is not updated.

I've more widgets and none of them are updated as it should be.

When I "Reboot" Nova Launcher via the settings, all widgets are updates as it should be.

Is this a software bug or can I do something to solve this annoying issue ?
[Nova Launcher] vivmar:
@Developer

Please,change the number of screen limit at 9!!!

for me the actual limit "7" is too low...

thx
[Nova Launcher] maniac2403:
Vote for on his web site. If enough votes are obtained, the dev might do it. 7 is too low? Your phone will run out of RAM if you use that many home screens :p
[Nova Launcher] djmcnz:
Dude, Columbians don't pay $4 for a coffee! :eek:
[Nova Launcher] vivmar:
Done ,thanks for tips...

About Ram,you right,but this is only a option,who doesn't need more than 7 screen can simply stay with base settings....otherwise,users with latest phones can change if they want it...(personally i have 1 gb of ram...)
[Nova Launcher] maniac2403:
So do I, but I prefer using them for application use rather than home screen :)

But that's just me.
[Nova Launcher] jairmoreno:
That's right, here you can buy a cup of coffe at 0.25 USD in the street.

I'm just saying that the prime key is one of the most expensive apps in the market and being created over free source code, it could be a liitle cheapier.
[Nova Launcher] XlAfbk:
most launchers are priced similar. not having any problem with the $4
[Nova Launcher] backhead92:
Am I do only one who cant open the feature request page of novalauncher.com?
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
Actually, $4 is fairly moderate by Market standards...Take a look at SPB Shell, if you want to see an overpriced launcher. $15 for that piece of junk is absolutely murderous! I understand that $4US carries a different value throughout the world, and what may be expensive to some, will seem cheap to others. Unfortunately, there's no solution, since devs don't have the ability to adjust price by country or region.

As for Nova, I believe the stock launcher is under the Apache license, and therefore, is not open source. As such, no launchers written off of stock code, need to be open. Someone please correct me if I'm wrong, but I think Kevin addressed this topic at some point a while ago, and I think this was the gist of his response.
[Nova Launcher] kikex76:
Besides calendar widgets, Touchwiz dots for screen easy access within home screen and app drawer are nicely convenient when jumping between a lot of screens.

I posted a couple of pictures using Go Launcher with ICS theme. As you can see the dots are not big. Maybe Kevin can enable to tab at the screen indicator to easily jump to a different screen.

If you find this useful, please vote for this feature at feedback.novalauncher.com. With the Galaxy S3 coming with a big screen, I'm pretty sure people are gonna love that. At least the option to switch to it.

http://feedback.novalauncher.com/forums/145180-nova-feature-requests
[Nova Launcher] Braneless:
Agreed. The only reason I delayed my Prime purchase was the fact that I already bought ADW Ex...which was about the same price.

For as smooth and reliable as Nova is, $4 is a reasonable price. Launchers such as SPB & TFS Shell are NOT worth their asking price (both over $10USD) - not even close.
[Nova Launcher] XlAfbk:
another (not all fair comparison): navigation software usually costs $20+ and you use it like 2-3 times a month. launcher costs $4 and you use it every time you turn your phone on.
[Nova Launcher] LSC Software:
Nice work and thanks!
[Nova Launcher] wilcomir:
yep but that's because of maps! they cost a bunch of money
[Nova Launcher] bam_:
probably one of the best launchers i've used in awhile, thanks.
[Nova Launcher] Milamber33:
And you don't think that hours and hours of coding work is worth any money?

Sent from The Past into The Future via The Present. :)