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[Nova Launcher] chikimonke:
This, this right here is the exact reason great devs, like Kevin, and other well meaning, trying to be helpful users on XDA, stop responding and helping. If you took a second and actually read what I wrote there was nothing in there that should have been taken as personally as you seem to be taking it. I was trying to help.

The fact is, the launcher doesn't appear to have this problem on stock ROMs, nor AOKP (my daily driver) and I haven't seen anyone running CM mention it either. If those 3 installed user bases aren't seeing the issue, it's not up to Kevin to fix. Might the offending code actually exist in Nova, completely possible, but if it's only a small user base that is experiencing it, and seemingly on one or two less popular ROMs, why is it Kevin's job to fix it. Especially if you consider that fixing said code for your exact situation, may very well screw things up for the vast majority of his users. Rootbox may just not be properly handling something that Nova is doing, which in turn causes the bug to happen. I never said the bug didn't exist, there have been multiple people mentioning it. I'm just trying to postulate and throw out ideas.

Now calm down, get a drink and go on with your day.
[Nova Launcher] itm:
Can't get to backup folder on Galaxy S4

I upgraded from an S3 to an S4 and want to restore my Nova settings, but I can't get to the Nova backup folder in \sdcard\data to copy my backup file to it (and can't get root on the S4). The folder isn't visible in ES File Explorer. How can I restore my Nova settings??
[Nova Launcher] andrewilley:
FFS, that's what community support forums like this are all about. Someone with experience of the app suggested a possible cause of a problem you are having, so maybe the best course of action in that case is to at least look into it? Perhaps even test it out? Just nandroid and Titanium Backup your current setup, and try a different ROM for a bit and see if the problem goes away. If nothing else, you might be able to help the debugging process by eliminating one possible cause. If you solve it, great, you've done something really helpful for the community and maybe the developer will then be able to code around an identified compatibility issue. If not, just restore your backup and let everyone know what you've tested so that can be ruled out.

Don't expect a one-man band developer to have time to respond to every single email, forum post and carrier pigeon message that might come their way (at least, not and still have time to actually do any coding).

Andre
[Nova Launcher] oias.heeda:
Guys. Stop clogging up the thread. I came here for information not drama.
[Nova Launcher] iamnotkurtcobain:
Still the best Launcher for Android.

Smooth and so much options..

But still room for elastic scrolling and new app drawer opening animations ;D

Gesendet von meinem GT-I9505 mit Tapatalk 2
[Nova Launcher] LordZilo:
When trying to select a custom icon for Settings with Nova Prime,

I get this:

It will not let me "Ok im done" a crop for custom icons.

Any ideas?
[Nova Launcher] MovieGene:
Strange, I just tried it using every selection method possible on my device, and I get your three choices along with the ok button.

Perhaps something odd with the file your trying to use to create the custom icon?
[Nova Launcher] LordZilo:
Tried it with a different image, and different format(jpg) and no luck their either. Neither on jpg or png of a completely different image.

No OK button,

Wonder what could be the problem
[Nova Launcher] LordZilo:
Also tried complete uninstall and reinstall of launcher
[Nova Launcher] MovieGene:
That's just strange, you have Prime?

Maybe a DPI setting? Ive got my DPI set to 182.
[Nova Launcher] itm:
Nova Launcher Prime on Galaxy S4

I just installed Prime on my S4 and I'm finding that, even though I set it as my default launcher, pressing the Home button frequently launches the Touchwiz home page. Has anyone else noticed this?
[Nova Launcher] vobasf:
This is an excellent app. I voted two features on your website. Hope it will come soon!
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
Try locking Nova in memory. Since TouchWiz is the default launcher - the one your phone is actively seeking - it has a lower oom priority than Nova, meaning Nova will be killed off first by the OS. Placing Nova in memory should lower it's priority, meaning that your OS won't seek to kill it as often or at all. Of course, if you're rooted, you can always freeze TouchWiz, and completely eliminate this problem.
[Nova Launcher] NovaSlim:
Hey, I got a question. How much does "Aggressive Desktop" drain battery life ? and is the performance gain worth it for you?
[Nova Launcher] LordZilo:
thanks! it was the dpi. putting it back at default fixed it. and yes prime here
[Nova Launcher] wilkster:
Rebooting may clear up the condition.

Sent from my EOS JB TF101
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
No added battery drain for me, and the performance gain is really not tangible. What it does is to lower the oom priority of the launcher, meaning the system seeks to kill it less. If you combine the adhesive desktop with freezing your stock launcher, the benefit should be less redraws (I have none), and a nice, stable system. :)
[Nova Launcher] NovaSlim:
Thanks for that info, I have no plan to root my phone so I couldn't freeze the stock launcher on my Touchwiz GS4.
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
True, but depending on what OS version you have, you *may* be able to disable TouchWiz via settings. The disable function was introduced (I believe) in 4.1, so you may have that option... Although I can't be certain that it could be applied to a system app.
[Nova Launcher] ChaosChris:
It seems that the theme feature on Nova Launcher is broken. When i apply a theme the icons changed fine, but the rest of the theme elements (wallpaper, font and appdrawer design) dosent change like on apex. can some one help me to get the full design of an theme thanks :)

Nova:

Apex:
[Nova Launcher] hawkwind212:
As far as I've been using nova, it only automatically changes the icons when you apply a new theme to it. Wallpaper you have to apply it manually. You can't change font, drawer, or dock. It's nothing like adw ex or apex launchers. I think the developer is focusing more on stability and speed part of the launcher, instead of cosmetic part. A trade off many people here are willing to do. As for me, nova is too plain on the eye candy part, that's why I switch in between nova and next 3D.

Using Tapatalk on PantechP9070 running CM10.
[Nova Launcher] quailallstar:
Just upgraded to PRIME. Love it.
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
You guys DO know that [MENTION=1140856]zelendel[/MENTION] IS a moderator, right...? It seems that this nonsense started, because rashidkhan had a problem with zelendel suggesting that he also post his issue in his ROM's thread... Rashid just kinda went off, and is probably lucky to not be banned right now. The point is that the mods WERE moderating (and trying to help), and got blasted by someone without provocation. :-\
[Nova Launcher] LordZilo:
I get your point. And i didnt mean it towards Zelendel. I mean anyone thats not a mod should relax and not spaz out when they see excessive posts. if there is a problem im sure they can handle it. have a nice one
[Nova Launcher] gardell3:
With version Prime you've outdone . Magnificent work, for me the best laucher by far.
[Nova Launcher] mindlogiczero:
is there anyway to fix widget placement in nova launcher? i would like to center the widget in the middle between the icon rows, but all it does is sag down.
[Nova Launcher] dct3416:
I'm having the same problem on a non-rooted stock Galaxy Note 2. Hopefully Kevin will get this figured out soon.
[Nova Launcher] chikimonke:
If you play around with the number of Rows in the desktop settings of Nova, you should be able to get something close to what you want. You may have to resize your widget, to get it to look normal again though. Also, don't make too many rows or columns as it will start cutting off your icons.
[Nova Launcher] DjTony90:
I am on CM 10.1 rom and i use nova launcher... when i restart the phone, home screen folders lose items inside...What i mean? I have a folder called games and i have 10 games inside... after a phone restart folder contains 2-3-4-5... random number.... does anyone else have the same problem???
[Nova Launcher] MovieGene:
I think I may recall this being mentioned in the thread before, did you try a search.... (I can't recall if it was or not)

But, I have had this same issue in the past, when I saw it occur it always was apps that were stored on the SD card. The app icons that were not appearing were the ones on the SD Card, after several minutes they would finally appear.

That being said, I have gone thru multiple roms since I've seen this issue, so I don't recall which rom I was running at the time. However, I haven't seen it on AOKP, PAC, Carbon....
[Nova Launcher] mindlogiczero:
thanks but that didnt seem to work. the gap above the widget is still way more then the gap below it
[Nova Launcher] ikjadoon:
This thread needs

http://www.xda-developers.com/announcements/introducing-the-xda-devdb/

SO BAD. Kevin--can we enable this?!
[Nova Launcher] rashidkhan:
Yes! Thank you! Finally someone else with the same problem as mine & NOT on Rootbox ROM. Mate I have the same issue.

---------- Post added at 05:14 AM ---------- Previous post was at 05:07 AM ----------

Thanks for reporting mate! I reported this bug but everyone told me its a non issue and it must be an issue with Rootbox ROM that I'm running and Kevin won't fix an issue which is happening on a "custom ROM" etc etc. So with you reporting the same bug as I reported but on a non-rooted stock ROM should now be taken into account and dealt with as a bug.
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
My first question is - Is Rootbox a CM based ROM? many ROMs are based on CM, so this may be more of a CM framework problem than a Rootbox or Nova problem. Not all ROMs are created equal, but ALL CM and CM based ROMs so share the same bugs.

Secondly, nobody told you that your problem is a non-issue. All we've ever asked for is more information, and more diligence on your part. We're willing to help, but we're NOT going to hold your hand... We aren't babysitters.

Edit: After a quick search, it looks like yes, Rootbox does indeed have a CM, and AOKP base, which means, it will share the bugs present in those ROMs. That makes your first post a bit irrelevant, since Rootbox shares the same frameworks base with CM... therefore, IF there is a compatibility issue, it's a CM problem. Just an FYI (and this is for everyone) NO app - unless specified - is guaranteed to work on a rooted device. CM is NOT the same as AOSP... They make major changes to the source code, including the frameworks, SystemUI, etc - that makes them an OEM firmware distributor (like Motorola or Samsung), NOT an AOSP one. My point is, problems will always exist when you pair non-AOSP builds with apps that are based on AOSP code.
[Nova Launcher] zelendel:
Works fine here on CM.

Bat-Cave
[Nova Launcher] DjTony90:
Thanks for your reply BUT all my apps/games are stored in phone.... 0 are in SD card
[Nova Launcher] tdimarzio:
Disappearing desktop icon issue on boot here ... Running CM10.1 on HTC sensation. Reverting to 2.1 fixes issue. Please vote at http://feedback.novalauncher.com/fo...fix-bug-introduced-in-2-1-1-june-10-update-de
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
Any idea what could be causing the problem then? If CM isn't too blame, and only three or four users are reporting the error, my next guess is user error, but that doesn't seem to be the case. If Nova works for you in CM, then the issue isn't a launcher problem either... Strange. O_o
[Nova Launcher] tdimarzio:
Definitely not user error. Reverting to 2.1 fixes the issue for me.
[Nova Launcher] Michael B.N.:
The same here. I tried 2.1 and then I had no problem with disappearing icons - going back to the latest version and the problem occurs again.

Now I've installed a folder organizer app to create folders on my homescreens as the Nova developer doesn't seem to fix this one...
[Nova Launcher] zelendel:
For those having said issue is see no log cats to help. How do you expect him to help if he is not seeing the issues. Do proper bug reporting.

Wayne Tech Nexus
[Nova Launcher] tdimarzio:
I had a few email exchange with Kevin about this issue. He didn't ask for a logcat. Definitely would have provided one if he did. I'd love to see this bug squashed so I have an upgrade route going forward ... Otherwise I'll just stick with 2.1 ... If there's anything I can do to help debug this I'm more than willing but, like I said, Kevin didn't ask for anything.
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
It's a really strange issue, no doubt. Even though I don't personally have the same problem, I've given a vote for the fix, in an attempt to help expedite a solution. I'm sure Kevin will get everything sorted out for you guys.
[Nova Launcher] Lownita:
Is there a way to hide a folder from the home screen and then open it with a gesture?

Tapatalked from my Nexus 4
[Nova Launcher] TadeoNYC:
You'd have to use a third party app to create a folder shortcut and then use a gesture to launch that shortcut.
[Nova Launcher] decmk:
@ kevin

Can you add link to Google play store in this menu, when you long tap on app icon on desktop.

http://db.tt/FZJMrbJW
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
You can also use a transparent png to replace the icon you want to hide. You'll have to remember where it's located, but it should be a decent solution - although not exactly what you're looking for.

Interesting idea... How do you envision it working though (serious question, not being rude)? We already get notifications for app updates, and there's a Play Store link in the drawer... How would another shortcut benefit users? Again, I'm genuinely intrigued... I'm not being sarcastic or trying to put down your idea. I'm just curious about how you see the feature functioning. :)
[Nova Launcher] decmk:
Play Store link is there but you need to perform 3 steps to get there. Long tap, edit, menu (three dots), play store

http://db.tt/Tj1fJP6E

Play store link is direct link to that app on play store, not to play store itself.

Personally, I'm using this to quick share play store link via Gmail
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
Ah, ok...the quick share option is a really good idea. I'm interested to see if other people find this idea interesting though. It's different than the requests for a one-click Play Store link in the drawer (which I don't think we need), and your idea could serve a nice, viable purpose.
[Nova Launcher] rashidkhan:
Thank you everyone for reporting & backing up my bug report. Zelendel & Jhiza you see it wasn't me going crazy or doing something wrong (user error) neither is it a ROM issue, now that several people are reporting this issue & from different ROMs & even on non-rooted Stock Samsung Galaxy Note2 ROM hopefully this bug will now be treated as a proper bug & not opposed to & shrugged off like before when i reported it.

Thank you everyone & Andrewilley, Zelendel & Jhiza you owe me an apology for the way you treated me & the things said to me by Andrewilley. Anyway peace & chillout!:) :thumbup:
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
Quoting five posts from three different people hardly qualifies as a widespread epidemic, but whatever. I, personally have never discredited the issue you're having... I've only ever mentioned that your method of bug reporting has been unhelpful at best. The quote below was your initial "bug report", which was completely useless and insulting to Kevin, because it wasn't never backed up or validated by logs, or additional information.

Others with your same issue HAVE provided logs and details, and I (and others) have tried to help them. You told us what ROM you were on, but that's it. You've done nothing, really but complain about us asking you for additional information, so you received no help...that's a YOU problem, and you'll get no apology from me, when my methods aren't the ones that need fixing. When you haven't put in the effort to help us help you, I'm not sure what you expect. This isn't a babysitting service man - if you report a problem, it's expected that you provide adequate information so others can try to help you...We aren't going to hold your hand. You've provided nothing, in terms of info, so you get nothing in return... :/
[Nova Launcher] rashidkhan:
I think you have too much time on your hand that's why your talking nonsense. You did discredit my bug report on several different occasions by saying its a ROM issue & Kevin will not fix it etc. I DID provide full details in my bug report as below & no one else has provided any further info than me including logs:

"To kevin@TeslaCoil

Here is a bug report: I'm using Rootbox v4.1 JB 4.2.2 ROM on SGS2 with stock Kernel no mods, no icon packs etc, everything is stock vanilla. I am your paid customer from Google play & have been since quite some time. I have never had this issue but facing this issue since your June 19 release. The issue is that app shortcuts disappear from home screens (within folders or outside doesn't matter) on reboot. The apps haven't been moved into sdcard etc, for example Facebook, I have saved a backup & restore works but until next reboot & then its the same story again, app shortcuts disappear randomly & there is no pattern. This behavior doesn't happen on stock launcher. Several other members have also reported the same issue. Please can you investigate this as a bug & issue a fix as soon as you can as its making the phone unusable.

Kind regards"

In fact you did a complete U Turn & even voted for this bug to be addressed in another guy's feedback request.

It almost sounds like you seem to have some sort of personal problem with me! Hey man look, you probably want to hog this thread & you can freely continue to do so, I just want the bug acknowledged & fixed that's it, I just don't to waste anymore of my time. You have made it clear you will not apologize to me regarding your bullying & behaviour towards me, that's fine with me, just stop wasting my time.

To everyone else sorry about all this weird drama etc but I am not going to accept ridiculous bullying & behaviour from anyone. Sorry to have wasted your (& mine) time.

Peace! :)
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
^Correction - you NEVER - not once, provided logs, nor were you proactive in your search for a solution to your problem. The user who put this issue up for a vote was at least willing to do a little bit of work in order to have his problem addressed - THAT'S why I helped him out and voted. You gave us your ROM, icon pack info, and the fact that you were running a stock kernel...that's it, but it's hardly enough info for any of us to really try to help you. Where's your logcat? Where's your dmesg?

Whatever though, I'll continue to help people who ask for it in a calm, polite manner, and I will continue to express my disdain for posts like yours, by people who aren't willing to go the extra mile to receive the help they want. Could you have a launcher issue? Sure. Could you have a ROM issue? Sure. We'll never know though, because you won't give us logs (empirical data) to look at. Anyway, best of luck moving forward, but I'm adding you to my ignore list, because now, you're starting to annoy me, and it's clear that our "conversation" is going nowhere.
[Nova Launcher] zelendel:
First off learn how to post a bug report on a development forum. The fact that you paid for the app mean nothing here. This is not a support forum. What you dont understand is that if the Dev is not seeing the issue then you can't expect him to be able to troubleshoot said issue. This is where proper bug reporting comes in. Mainly when thousands of people are not having this issue.

Wayne Tech Nexus
[Nova Launcher] blackbearblanc:
stille cant load apps!

Sendt fra min Galaxy Nexus
[Nova Launcher] jenablinsky:
Updated to beta 8..
[Nova Launcher] Krijs:
Just updated to b8 as the home screen button action not saving properly was annoying. Seems to be working now :) Brilliant! Excellent launcher.
[Nova Launcher] jjhiza:
Seriously guys... use this for feature requests. It's much easier than combing through 100+ pages, just to +1 a feature you like, and it saves all of us from reading posts about things that have already been mentioned 25 times.

D3 CM9 Alpha 4
[Nova Launcher] AndyCr15:
Is it just me getting a package error on the update then? :(

**EDIT** Nevermind, rebooted and it worked fine...
[Nova Launcher] lrbpereira:
10x10 grid

Hi,

I already asked for this feature, just to refresh it...

Would be possible to have the desktop grid able to go larger than 7x7. I'm thinking up to 10x10 like Launcher Pro. Allows for more layout options, widgets like gosmspro etc that I used in CM7...

Thanks for this greath Laucher!
[Nova Launcher] xantyfication:
works like s sharm! Just lovin' it!
[Nova Launcher] obsanity:
Beta 8 gives me constant redraw of icons as if the launcher was restarting. It also blanks out all icons in drawer (completely black screen, no loop circle) restarting launcher fixes it temporarily.

I'm on Nexus S 4g with oICS43.

(Edit:)

Install of beta8 was a user app. I didn't move it to the system folder.
[Nova Launcher] obsanity:
Where can I download beta 7 so I can go back a version until its fixed?
[Nova Launcher] bp328i:
I loved everything about beta 8 (really loved the card stack effect on the home screens) but the loss of apps not responding on page 2 & 3 made me go back to beta 7.

Great launcher guys, can't wait for an update!
[Nova Launcher] bp328i:
Here is a copy...
[Nova Launcher] obsanity:
I pulled it from a backup but much appreciated anyway.
[Nova Launcher] raptorjesus1337:
Thanks for the launcher, fantastic thing.

I loved Go Launcher (so much that I even imported the stock icon and use it as home button) but the ICS theme on this is just unbeatable.

I'm sure you've already heard this but if you haven't, consider implementing Dock backgrounds.

Once again, big thanks for all your work.
[Nova Launcher] Nordpolcamper:
Beta8 working perfect for me and the improvements and additional effects are amazing ;) good work:)
[Nova Launcher] tkjeeper:
Just installed this, great work! Really a nice compliment to Ics. Congrats.

Sent from the frozen tundra known as Canada.
[Nova Launcher] mjforte:
Just saw a bug with beta 8. I woke up this morning and went into my app drawer about 3 pages in and tried to long press on an app to add to a folder, it would not grab the app. I tried to press any app on that page and it wouldn't even open them. Had to manually restart Nova Launcher for it to work properly again.
[Nova Launcher] Auron694:
Any advice on how to import on nova launcher the disposition of widgets and shortcuts of the original launcher?
[Nova Launcher] Tadly:
Is there any way to copy the desktop layout from the original launcher to the nova launcher?

I tried to use the app DeskMigrate but this wont work for me :/

Any Ideas?
[Nova Launcher] ymr0211:
anyone knows how to load desktop settings from stock launcher to Nova?
[Nova Launcher] 630263:
How Nova looks with 241 dpi?

I would like to ask if Nova can display 7 icon bottom bar & 6x7 icon desktop grid like BRD.

Now I am using BRD, but it is very compromise. No settings, few small issues with displaying some things, but stable and smooth.
[Nova Launcher] jas007h:
Best launcher ever
[Nova Launcher] emdotdub:
Two Icons for one App in Drawer

I oranised my drawer in folders. In some folders are strange icons with no function. They have the "green android with box in it's belly default app-icon" as an icon and the full system-app-name as a label.

If I tap on them, I get a toast telling me that the app is not installed, but if I tap and hold I can open the App Info for a corresponding app.

For example:

I have SugarSync installed and the app is in a specific folder in my drawer (with other apps) but along is also this default-icon with the label: com.shar... I can't open it, but the app info tells me that it is SugarSync, so two icons for one app, but only one of them works.

It just happens with a few apps.

So how do I get rid of those double icons?

Restarting Nova or clearing the icon cache didn't help.

Here is a picture of what I mean:

Nexus 4 on Stock 4.2.2 btw