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[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] GermanGuy:
I need some help from a smart person. I just don't understand. As other people, I am losing my softkeys after trying the various methods. But why??? All the mods merely replace the png files in systemUI.apk, nothing else. Second, I made a copy of my original SystemUI within the same system/app folder. But even when I replace the modified systemUI.apk (after installing the mod) with my original SystemUI.apk, I still don't get my softkeys back. Makes no sense to me. Anybody know what I am missing?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mmeidl78:
In the most cases it's a wrong SystemUI.apk in one of those copy&paste things ...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Screwedupsmitty:
I dont have ADB on this computer at work and im trying to get this mod installed. I keep getting "The theme you selected is invalid because the theme control file could not be read or may be missing" when i try to unzip the theme. Any ideas? Im on stock 4.0.2.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] nbeebe24:
I'm almost certain that you just aren't doing it right. Try my method... 1. Download and install 7zip 2. copy your SystemUI apk to your computer 3. Right click on apk and choose open archive, then navigate to /Res/drawable-xhdpi folder 4. Drag and drop images into the folder and click yes on the prompt 5. Exit the open archive and move SystemUI back to your phone (adb or root explorer) 6. Reboot. That works every time for me. Give it a try
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Screwedupsmitty:
Used this method, worked like a charm. systemui apk crashes after you repush it to your phone, just battery pulled and everything came back with my sexy new soft buttons
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
I think the reason you're getting the error is that you aren't downloading the MetaMorph files, so it will give you an error. The files for MetaMorph contain an XML file that tells MetaMorph which theme it is and where to place the images, without that you will get the error. So method 1 is only suitable for the Metamorph links of my own styles!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] saw81:
sorry but I do not understand ...I do not have the key search,I can do the same with metamorph??
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
If your ROM does not have a built in search key then these styles won't add it, it will just display home, back and recent buttons. The search key is only shown on ROM's that have it built in!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mrvirginia:
just wanted to say i love the new Blue Honeycomb Style. gonna have to change it to white for myself though. also, amazing collection. lots of choices :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] chad24taylor:
Thanks for the Metamorph option. Works perfectly!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 838Joel:
Keep asking to pick an xml file, which does not show into any softkey collection zip file.... how do I install it?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
After unzipping pick the folder with the same name, it has an xml file in it!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] rubytuesday007:
Appreciate to advice, but it didnt work. I noticed that in the apk file, there were a bunch of png images that are titled:

ic_sysbar_back.png (the new image copyed from the softkey download)

ic_sysbar_back_ime_pressed.png (was already there from the ROM/Theme i am using)

The pressed png image is NOT in the new set of images. Could this be the issue?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
Nope that's not it, every ROM has this pressed image and it shouldn't be a problem. It's really weird how it doesn't work for you.. I've tried on both MCR ROM and maguro build 13 & 14 and it's working great...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] rubytuesday007:
atticus,

thanks for the response. I am using Axiom 2.3 and Hon3ycr3am for the theme. I have tried this with AOKP toro 13 and Android Rev 2.1.2. I have restored my Nandroid probably 20 times now. I first tried copying the SystemUI and renaming, but that didnt solve the missing keys/status. Not sure what else to do but go with the ROM specific image/battery sets.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
Yeah I can see how frustrating this is to you.. And even using the Updater Script doesn't work for you? The good thing about that method is that you can always restore your ROM's SystemUI by simply extracting it from the downloaded ROM and dragging it into the Updater Script. Flashing it will restore it to normal, I think this saves alot of time when you compare it to restoring your nandroid :)

Anyway, let me know if this works and if it doesn't I'm clueless at the moment...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] nbeebe24:
I use that method almost on a daily basis and it works every time. When you attempt it are the stock icons still present? If so, try moving the modified icons again and push it again. I've tried almost every method on here and they all work. I think the errors are caused by not completely following the instructions
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] rubytuesday007:
Thanks for your help, i finally got it to work. I flashed Axiom 2.4, and I didn't flash a theme. I applied the softkeys and it worked. The only thing i can think of is the SystemUI for the themes I was using was screwing things up.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mild7intl:
When you reefer to the transparent mod you are referring to the translucent one right. There's two one is transparent named but background remains black. For translucent bar you would need a computer ?

To the op. A third way to do it from your phone would be to take a similar mood and replace the images inside with your desired. Then rename The two xml file names t inside your zip. say this because using root explorer caused disappearances.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] FormelLMS:
And you can apply the images with ninjamorph. It's from stericson, too. Like metamorph.

Gesendet von meinem Galaxy Nexus mit Tapatalk
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 0mie:
I have converted all these for use with MetaMorph, credit for each icon pack was given in the install pack :)

I will be uploading a few I have modified/made myself

Dropbox Folder Galaxy Nexus MetaMorph Icon Packs

MediaFire Folder Galaxy Nexus MetaMorph Icon Packs

Box.com Folder Galaxy Nexus MetaMorph Icon Packs

You guys know where the Thanks button is located :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] ruslanriad:
ruslanriad

I Created one if any one likes it Press Thanx .

MetaMorph :D

http://www.multiupload.com/ZLIW93SQS1
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
Thanks man I want to these to the FP, but I tried one and it's invalid! The reason for this is that the zip name, the xml file name and the name you specify inside the xml file need to be exactly the same.

Now I get an error when I try to unzip whem with MetaMorph.

Could you fix this problem so I can add your links to the FP? Thanks in advance!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 0mie:
Yea, I saw that. I'll update when I get home. It was late when I did it :P
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mild7intl:
http://db.tt/8sq4My8k

Xdrummers modified blue reflective keys with dedicated side menu

You may need to rename eric.zip for metamorph
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 0mie:
How's this pink? Too light or fine?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
My opinion would be too light, but I like darker pink more so it's really just a matter of taste :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] datsyuk:
Love the blue thank you

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] dawiseguy77:
A Galaxy Nexus FAR FAR Away!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] tunefoo:
Hey can anyone make me a red version of the Blue OSCI soft keys?

Thanks in advance:)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] طوني تبولة:
Credit goes to the original publisher. I just replaced the colors via PS.

btw, the mod contains the circular percentage battery indicator. If you don't like it, you can upload your file "systemui.apk" so we can add the softkeys you like.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 0mie:
Same links, but they have all now been fixed :)

Added few different color variations for a few of the icon packs also
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Stardate Tab 10.1:
Love the soft key mods. But for noobs like me I am not comfortable pulling and pushing files just yet. I love the metamorph app, its so simple even I can change my soft keys. I just wish some developer had absolutely no life whatsoever and could create custom soft keys (different colors) with different battery mods. I would love cyan soft keys with the circle mods or 1% battery gauge mods. One file one flash. Sorry for my little noob rant.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Swift_LawnGnome:
Is it possible to have the stock four buttons, with Google/Nexus colors? So Back would be red, Home would be blue, Search would be green, and Recent would be Yellow. I think it would look really cool, so please someone tell me whether or not this is possible. Also, if this does get made, please use the same exact colors as the actual logo, so don't use the lighter ICS blue in it or anything.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] bangdrum:
Hmm. What rom are you on?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 0mie:
They are all added to the links I posted earlier...I will be adding bunch more colors and taking requests :)

Found this in a mod that didn't really work on my device, so I just extracted the images. I don't know the author.

Somebody wanted the Nexus colors as the icons, so I made them :)

I won't be against some caffeine to keep my up making these ;)

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[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
That's a great idea! I'll work that out today and post it tonight :-)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 0mie:
Already made it :P
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
Wow I see that you're really putting some effort into this.. I will add them to the FP :-)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] nikosrs4:
I think the 4th method(automatic with the script) is way easier...You actually don't do anything. Read it and test it, you'll be surprised :p

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what do you think about that? or something like that..
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] ruslanriad:
New WIn Softkeys MetaMorph

Here is new SoftKeys

Liked it Thank me . :D

The file is METAMORPH
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] reverepats:
Hey Brah...Just applied yur icons to the Cobalt THeme for the Axiom ROM over on RW. Looks amazing man. Great job on these...thanks again
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] nikosrs4:
thanks :)

new one! :p

search icon
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] bryannh:
no matter what i do i cannot get metamorph to open, it shows that opening sign up screen when i download it and i hit No Thanks, and it keeps appearing not letting me into the app
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] wgsesq:
Thank you all. Metamorph works great with axiom 2.3. Would be great if we could get some android guy soft keys. View attachment 847508
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
Thanks Nikosrs, I have added them both!!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
I have added two more styles created by myself to the First Post as well, called Blossom and Simplistica, enjoy them!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 0mie:
Created the MetaMorph packs and added them to my folders :)

Dropbox Folder Galaxy Nexus MetaMorph Icon Packs

MediaFire Folder Galaxy Nexus MetaMorph Icon Packs

Box.com Folder Galaxy Nexus MetaMorph Icon Packs

You guys know where the Thanks button is located :)[/QUOTE]
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] davey11:
I love this thread...keeps getting better and better.

I am sort of a softkey mod freak.

Change it often nowadays, like wallpaper. lol :-P
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
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Thanks alot dude, I've added this to the FP too! If you want me to add the colored Nexus one you made to the FP too, could you please PM me a preview pic like all the others?

Well thank you, the power of the people is really doing it's magic here, true that :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Swift_LawnGnome:
THANK YOU! I am soo excited to put these on my phone!

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For some reason Metamorph isn't installing any of these properly. It says the theme file control is missing or not written correctly. Could it be a problem with my ROM? I'm running AOKP build 14 toro. I have it set to have four buttons in the navigation bar. I really want this to work.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] SteroidalFish2:
Here is the example for my yellow mod.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] SteroidalFish2:
And here are the examples for my redone purple stock, and purple reflective.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] akellar:
Make sure you downloaded the mm file not the cwm.

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Xparent Blue Tapatalk
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] blackhand1001:
Would it be possible for someone to make a mod that has this arrangement.

So Home, Menu, back, and search.

Long press home for recent apps, and long press search for voice search.

I came from a droid incredible 1 and I like this arrangement best. I also like having a full size menu button. This is for a cdma Galaxy nexus by the way.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] SteroidalFish2:
We can't make arrangements. Only the people who make the roms can. :( Sorry.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Swift_LawnGnome:
Got it to work. I don't know why, but the zips I've been downloading have had like 3 layers of folders of the same name inside. I just had to compress the XML and SystemUI folder together. These Nexus colored softkeys look too awesome. Thank you! I'm now gonna try to make the menu buttons purple.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] belair56:
CM9 Kangs, you can change order of buttons.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 0mie:
Here are all the ones I made:
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] idle0095:
Any one see these soft keys?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UC-ws83fqnQ&feature=youtube_gdata_player

How do we get these so I can use for AOKP? I use the systemui method from the phone to edit my soft keys. The tread for these poping softkeys is here

http://rootzwiki.com/topic/12333-mod-axi0m-24-softkey-1-mods-67-and-counting-1812/
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] njd15:
I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE THESE FLASHED OVER , do you have a zip file for those? I would greatly appreciate it
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 0mie:
Check the links I posted, the MetaMorph file is called Stock_Nexus :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] dev/null/:
Why are all the images so dark and faded looking? Can someone make brighter looking button images?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 0mie:
They look like that because of the alpha transparency on the buttom bar. When they are selected the icons go back to "normal"
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] JCP SR:
Thank You Thank You, this was great I love the blue reflection I am fun with this new phone i may now try to flash next. I rely on my phone and have been afraid to brick it. But Google and the great individuals that take the time to show the rest of us is greatly appreciated.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] NeoMagus:
Any way we can get this one with the apps open/search buttons switched (mag glass on the right)? Is this something easy I can do on my end before applying the metamorph?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] tunefoo:
Hey does someone think they can make a reflection version of the Simplistica Style? Thanks in advance! :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] WRrobby:
Here's my Metro icons that I did along with it being reflective. (Landscape isn't reflective)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] njd15:
Than I was able to apply
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 0mie:
MetaMorph package is in my folders :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mike216:
I love this phone. Had it rooted and rom in 1 hour! I love your mod bud! Thanks a lot its clean and sharp. Extremely appreciated
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] stillblood:
Thanks

I really like them but they are so tiny
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] nbeebe24:
Is that a Nexus pictured? If so, where did you see that picture? I want those soft keys badly
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 0mie:
I'm making from scratch right now, I will probably post them tomorrow after work :)

Unless someone posts them before I do.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] nbeebe24:
That would be wonderful. I think those are the sharpest looking icons
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
Nope that's an HTC Phone with dedicated touch-keys. Are those the ones you're going to make 0mie? If not, I'll give it a shot tonight :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 0mie:
Go for it, I am working on the MetaMorph battery mods...I started working on them earlier, but then got side tracked. I've got work all day tomorrow, so I probably won't have time to finish them.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Milamber33:
Has anyone else noticed that with the blue reflective style, in landscape mode the reflection for the Home key is much fainter than either portrait mode or the other keys in landscape?

Sent from The Past into The Future via The Present. :-)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] nbeebe24:
Oh please do
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mmeidl78:
I've used two of the Softkey-ideas here and made a good combination of both on my Galaxy Nexus:

What do you think?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] johnboywilson:
Is anyone else having an issue with metamorph and the blue reflection one saying its an invalid file?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] belair56:
I like.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] CyberPunk7t9:
nice touch with the Google logo colors.

Would you please share it? Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mmeidl78:
Sure, here it is :-)

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/13179887/MobiFlip/softkeys_nexus_colors.zip
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] ChongoDroid:
Metamorph is telling me it's invalid.. any ideas?

Sent from my Google phone
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mmeidl78:
Jup. That's only a Zip with the png-files. You must copy them manually into your systemui.apk or via metamorph the metamorph-file I'm using.

Extract this metamorph-file http://dl.dropbox.com/u/13179887/MobiFlip/Custom-SoftKeys.zip into \AndroidThemes on your sdcard.

And then copy the PNGs into \AndroidThemes\Custom-SoftKeys\SystemUI\res\drawable-xhdpi\

Start Metamorph and it should work :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] bryannh:
guess im the only one having issues with metamorph opening?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] JCP SR:
Make sure you have drop box installed
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] tunefoo:
Can someone add reflection to the Simplicica soft key version?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mrpicolas:
Anyone wanna take a stab at putting this in a metamorph flashable zip??
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] sabbotage:
Which one? Are you talking about the colored ones posted above?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mrpicolas:
Yes sorry a about that I was referring to the Google colored one
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] sabbotage:
Sure here ya go.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
Will do! You can expect it tonight or worst case scenario tomorrow evening :)

Oh and I'm working on the HTC Buttons as well!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mrpicolas:
Thanks a bunch worked perfectly :-)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
I'm working on the HTC buttons as we speak, I'll finish and upload it in a few hours!

I will add both this one and a reflective version, still WIP right now so it stills looks a little rough right now.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] tunefoo:
Thanks!!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] pedmond:
I would very much like to have the default skin, but with the Back key on the right hand side and the Recent key on the left. The Home key should remain at the center. Is that possible? I have no idea how to edit the XML to do this...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] johnboywilson:
Yes i do the file downloads but when i open it in metamorph it just says its an invalid file!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] nbeebe24:
Looking great! Can't wait till you drop the final product
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] tunefoo:
Hey does anybody think they could do a red paperish version for me? Thanks in advance :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
Well eat your heart out :)

Download HTC Style - Images or MetaMorph

Download HTC Reflective Style - Images or MetaMorph

Download HTC Blue Style - Images or MetaMorph

Download HTC Blue Reflective Style - Images or MetaMorph

Have fun with them guys! Spent quite some time to get them right because I had to build these from scratch :rolleyes:
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] ilhe1s:
Found Bug

I looked through the thread and didn't see anyone mention this yet. When I open an app like handcent sms that put's the Menu button (3 dots) in bottom icon dock and then the phone timesout to the lockscreen the Menu Button is still there and doesn't disappear like the back, home, Multi buttons. Anyone else have this issue. I have my pattern lockscreen set up by the way.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
Actually that isn't a bug, it's a feature :) it allows you to return to your app quickly without having to unlock. It's in all ROM's out there and stock as well! :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] darrendm:
Metamorph refuses to work on my Galaxy Nexus.

After entering my details to sign up for the newsletter thing, it continuously boot loops, showing a fast flashing white screen. Only way to get rid of it is to press the Home key and close the app.

Restarting phone does not change this, neither does reinstalling the app.

Whats the deal here?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] ilhe1s:
I had a feeling someone was going to say that and I guess I had just never seen it there before. I was like ahh man WTF! Thanks atticus182.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jknigga:
Touche. Thanks for the answer though, even though I suppose my question was just a tad unclear. :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] SwiftLegend:
Is it possible to make icons that are like the "Web2.0" but all white? I'm looking for extremely minimal icons. Maybe with the same font as WP7 uses :) Or even wp7 themed icons, :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
I'll look into that tomorrow :-) I'm sure I can make something like that!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] ac7822:
Thank you to the OP for this.

I would like to confirm that the updater script worked on my LTE NEXUS. I just replaced the systemui.apk and flashed via recovery and it works.

Only disclaimer is I was running a custom rom- Gummynex 3.0 which is 4.03 so cant say if it works for stock or any other roms but i dont see why not.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] SljnX:
wow this is so beautiful!

i just bought my new galaxy nexus and rooted it...

i'll create my own softkeys (and maybe i'll share it to you). thank you so much!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] NuclearEMP:
I am on rooted stock and contains systemui.odex. Will modifying just the apk cause an issue?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Angosa_:
I've also created an own set of icons. My problem is the same as urs. My icons are slight to dark. Would u be so kind an give a short explanation of what uve done to solve that problem.

Thanks.

Angosa_
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] b00sted:
just cranked up the white value on the image. there is some alpha transparency going on w/ it so basically just raise the colors to above what u want and it will look right on the phone. for example take a look at my images compared to my screen, completely diff.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Angosa_:
Thx for that hint. Ill try it that way first.

Any ideas to wipe that transparency out of the pic?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Herorich:
I'm using MCR and the search button mod. Is it possible to add a search button in the "Pixelated Text Style"? It looks great!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] b00sted:
I decompiled and looked at the xml and could not figure it out. but I am still a noob when it comes to xml haxxin
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mmeidl78:
You can add my softkeys, too :)

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=20604890&postcount=8

I've got a download-link here:

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/13179887/MobiFlip/SystemUI.apk

Maybe you insert a Menu-Key and a Search-Button into your collection in the 1st post?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] atticus182:
Yeah I have been thinking about that, I could add it not a problem, will do that tomorrow!

Okay I will add your softkeys to the FP too! Thanks! There are already menu keys in all the files, I just haven't included them in the 'preview' picture :) and I don't have search button myself (I find it useless), but I'll add it whereever possible tomorrow!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] ac7822:
I got a question. Im using a softkey mod and folowed your instructions and updater script to customize it but the mod is setup so the menu buttons are on both sides of the screen and always active, however the buttons dont appear unless theyre in an app that tells them to show up. IE. you dont see the menu button on the homescreen but it is active and can be used.

Is there an easy way to change this using PNGS and the systemui.apk so the menu button is always lit up. I tried looking around for maybe a blank PNG i can replace with a PNG of the buttons but couldnt find anything, also I dont know that much about this stuff.