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[Android Apps and Games] JellyShakers:
Alpha Effect causing slowdown after update !

Hello, since I updated Apex Launcher I have the exact same issue with my S2 (Android 4.1.2)

The Homescreen lags when I change the pages where it went smooth before.

First I thought it might be caused by some apps I have installed but this issue appeared directly

after the Apex update. I checked if "alpha effect" is the root of the problem as stated out by Spekkie.

And yes, turn it off and everything runs smooth again. Please fix it, it worked so nice before.

Btw, bought the Pro-Version. This launcher is worth it's money :D
[Android Apps and Games] fcasoli:
I confirm the same, my Android is 4.1.2.
[Android Apps and Games] bamonkey:
Anyone else have lag with the cardstack transition after update? On the play store I don't seem to be the only one either and can confirm all the other transitions are fine. Personally I don't feel like going that route as this is my favorite launcher for quite some time. Also to note I don't use the alpha effect listed above.
[Android Apps and Games] lancelinksp:
I have a problem with it as well after the update and I dont use the alpha effect either.

**Is there no beta for this launcher anymore?**
[Android Apps and Games] Number999:
Where do I find this setting?
[Android Apps and Games] fcasoli:
I have Apex and Nova, full edition, on my device, actually I find Apex a bit better :good:

I would like a screen locker like WidgetLocker to have a complete suite (Apex) on my phone :cool:
[Android Apps and Games] jj92942000:
I think it's just, but a first. Been on apex pro for couple yrs back to original galaxy s. Today I upgrade my S3 running Omega v47 from apex 2.0.6 beta 1 to 2.1.0 final. The upgrade just wouldn't take. Then ape disappeared. Still in data/app folder. I removed it with root explorer, rebooted, tried to install it despite not being in said folder nor app manager installation kept asking to replace it. Wouldn't take neither versions. Eventually I did a clean rom reinstall full wipe then no more issues. Glad I had all backed up with TB and apex backup settings. Never had to do this before. All is well now but a pain.
[Android Apps and Games] Spekkie88:
Apex settings -> Homescreen settings -> Tick/untick "Use alpha effect"
[Android Apps and Games] fcasoli:
In my full version, updated, it is not present, maybe different name in Italian :confused:
[Android Apps and Games] Runatal:
Hi,

I have a problem since the last update on my nexus 4: when I scroll quickly the widgets tab in the drawer the app crashes.

How could this problem be solved?
[Android Apps and Games] BOY_:
I have this too.
[Android Apps and Games] replica9000:
Suppose in case this comes up for anyone, I'll leave this here.

On Android 4.3, if you keep Apex in memory, there's that pesky persistent notification. You can uncheck "Show Notifications" under App Info.
[Android Apps and Games] SkOrPn:
I did a search for this question but surprisingly nothing came up. I am trying to locate the Apex backup settings on my Nexus 7 running CM10.2. When I access it using my Linux Mint 15 Laptop I can not find the backup location that Apex claims was created. When I use my Windows 7 machine, the location Apex claims the backup was created in does not exist. I even used QtADB and there is no location visible, but Apex tells me the backup was successful.

Can someone point me into the direction that I must be missing please? I would like to format EVERYTHING, and start from scratch a nice clean install of CM and all my apps. Please forgive me if this is a simple task. Not sure why but I spent several hours this morning trying to find this one last item I want to move off the device to no avail. Thank you

EDIT: Nevermind, stupid me, it took a cup o coffee and a redbull but I found it at "Sdcard/Android/Data/Apexlauncher". Thanks
[Android Apps and Games] Rescue9:
Apex freezes when device rotates on CM 10.2 builds after last update. Last_kmsg is posted here: http://pastebin.com/knW39Uzk

Previous version still works good.
[Android Apps and Games] adl:
Feature request :

Any chance to have the folder (on honescreen) automatically closed after opening an app?

Nova does this and I really like that.

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[Android Apps and Games] replica9000:
It should already do that
[Android Apps and Games] adl:
Hm, now that you mentioned it it does... I swear it wasn't working before. :)

EDIT:

Hm, not always working, just had it happen again that folder stays open after opening the Facebook app.

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[Android Apps and Games] Spekkie88:
That's very likely... In Dutch it's translated differend too. So you can switch to english to check it. At least I wouldn't have a clue how it's called in Italian...
[Android Apps and Games] fcasoli:
very nice,

in English: Use alpha effect...

In Italian: Usa l'effetto trasparenza (Use the transparency effect)

With this option the scrolling is not so fluid...
[Android Apps and Games] MobiMikes:
It is not fluid on my Asus fonepad (English) either. I had to switch it off as it was very annoying.
[Android Apps and Games] brolee93:
Same pb with note2 android 4.1.2 official firmware
[Android Apps and Games] nokiagye:
All my 4.3 devices have problem with the drawer apps sorting on all my devices is on title but now it don't synchronize the apps
[Android Apps and Games] HorstiG:
The same here with S3
[Android Apps and Games] carlo67:
why 9 home screens are limitations ?

I have a question

why 9 home screens are limitations ?

I want to have some more of home screens.
[Android Apps and Games] iPusak Gaoq™:
Hmmmm...is there a way to completely remove search bar on the home screen????

if you look at the attachment below you can see that on portrait mode, search bar is completely remove but on landscape mode the space for the search bar is still there even if there no search bar....yes on setting persistent search bar i already set it to "never" so i know its not my setup problem but more to the launcher....
[Android Apps and Games] kourosh1348:
hi

i have gs4 4.2.2 with rom 19500xxubmg9 that is official iran rom and my language rom is farsi(right to left language)

in apex 2.1.0 beta1 & 2.1.0 final, homescreen scrolling and app menu alphabet become reverse.when i change rom language to english this problem fixes.

i didnt have this problenm on 2.0.6.

can anybody help me?
[Android Apps and Games] BobbaLouie:
It's much more likely without the annoying bold for no reason.
[Android Apps and Games] the1dynasty:
someone could use this i bet :)

In case you're not in my community and missed this post... This should help out quite a bit :D
[Android Apps and Games] nokiagye:
YES my friend on English it's OK mystery...

(Please give us soon a fix)
[Android Apps and Games] reflecx:
In 2.1.0, icons disappear from my homescreen after turning USB Mass Storage on then off. It seems that those apps that are on my SD card are those that disappeared.
[Android Apps and Games] replica9000:
Sounds about right. If USB Mass Storage is active, then the sdcard is no longer mounted under Android. So everything on the sdcard would seem to disappear until it was remounted again. I'm not sure if Apex should be re-adding those icons/shortcuts again automatically though.
[Android Apps and Games] fcasoli:
I would like to reduce transparency of the folder wallpaper, but the maximum I can setup is not more than in attached screenshots.

GALAXY Note lll is coming...
[Android Apps and Games] pacoguevara:
That's weird. I can set it to be completely transparent.

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[Android Apps and Games] fcasoli:
Hi, the problem is I want complete black, no transparent.

GALAXY Note lll is coming...
[Android Apps and Games] BobbaLouie:
You're saying the setting in "folder settings" does nothing?
[Android Apps and Games] fcasoli:
yes, if you put transparency 0% the wallpaper is full transparent, if you set 100%, it is not completely black, but bit transparent.
[Android Apps and Games] nokiagye:
No my friend is 100% trancparency
[Android Apps and Games] fcasoli:
the problem is or 0%, or 100%, I cannot have black, but modulate transparency only :crying:
[Android Apps and Games] BobbaLouie:
No such issues here on CM 10.2 and HTC Sense 4. What ROM are you running?
[Android Apps and Games] ramharb:
i wanna ask about the icon labels in the drawer look blurry after i installed the apex launcher, i minimized the icon size to 90% for drawer and homescreen, any fix for the blurry label?
[Android Apps and Games] reflecx:
No, it's a bug in 2.1.0. 2.0.6 does not have this issue. The icons disappear after USB Mass Storage is turned off.
[Android Apps and Games] Jabberwockyyy:
I have never experienced this myself. What phone are you using and are you on stock ROM or custom?
[Android Apps and Games] iPusak Gaoq™:
Hmmm....

[MENTION=2463901]dennisxl[/MENTION]....

just asking, is it possible in the next release of this launcher you can merge Apex Launcher and Apex Notifier as one??? it would be nice if user just need to install Apex Launcher and use Apex Notifier as a build-in rather than having to install 2-3 apk (Apex Launcher/Apex Launcher Pro/Apex Notifier) in one phone???

installing 2-3 apk may not be a problem for high-end devices with more than 1Gb or Ram but for phone that have less than 512mb of Ram, this 3 apps (running on background) can take a lot of Ram....taking a lot of Ram can cause lag on this launcher....
[Android Apps and Games] gseth:
Whether you apply 3 separate apks or one apk with all these three functions the amount of RAM taken will be the same. I don't see how merging APK will help in reduction of RAM usage.

Even with everything in one apk, the background processes will be the same.

Apex Launcher Pro does not take any RAM as it is just unlocking the Apex Launcher Pro Functions.

Apex Notifier RAM usage depends on if it is on or off in the settings and not if it is installed or not.

Just my 2 cents, I may be wrong.
[Android Apps and Games] nokiagye:
I love apex launcher I use it on my two phones and one tab and if I can buy from play I have bye the pro time ago.. But what happens with the app drawer non recognize problem? Thanks
[Android Apps and Games] Mchasard:
Nice launcher but the drawer display is too slow ... its really not comfortable ....
[Android Apps and Games] kickthefreak:
i use apex since my first nexus, but until now i cant find any option to make navbar and statbar transparent.

any clue ?
[Android Apps and Games] HorstiG:
What a Device?

On Galaxy S3 and CFW CM10.2 works super fast and grate.

You can set the Windows Spped in Developer Option.
[Android Apps and Games] iPusak Gaoq™:
Apex Launcher doesn't have a option to set transparent level on status bar n navbar...you need to use custom rom that support transparent option...you have to set it from your rom not from this launcher...

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[Android Apps and Games] ev!denz:
Is there an option to set the drawer starting always on the first page? Sorry if it has been questioned before but the search results in this thread are too damn high.
[Android Apps and Games] kickthefreak:
stock launcher Xperia ZL have transparent statbar and navbar

why apex must using option from the rom ?
[Android Apps and Games] nokiagye:
+1
[Android Apps and Games] Jabberwockyyy:
Would like to know this too!
[Android Apps and Games] HorstiG:
Apex Settings - Homescreen settings - manage Screens.

Slide the Star on your desired screen.

HGT Galaxy S3
[Android Apps and Games] catman51:
They're speaking of the drawer opening to the first screen, not the home screen.
[Android Apps and Games] HorstiG:
You give the Answer

HGT - Galaxy S3
[Android Apps and Games] Jabberwockyyy:
Yeah apex remembers which drawer tab you were at when you exit, and when you open it again it returns you to the same tab even if it's not the first one. Would be nice to default to the very first tab regardless. Nova has this feature to default the drawer to the first tab always. I guess I will take this to the uservoice site!
[Android Apps and Games] ev!denz:
Not homescreens. I talked about the drawer.
[Android Apps and Games] ermacwins:
How does one make themes for apex i.e what naming convntions need to be used?
[Android Apps and Games] starbucks2010:
Is there an option to hide the status bar in lockscreen? If I select the option in Apex settings, homescreen, it will hide it only in homescreen, not in lockscreen.

Thank you.
[Android Apps and Games] seek4:
Bug?

Hi, thanks for your work! :):good:

As simple as it is annoying: I can't get to screen management! :crying:Whenever I try going [Apex settings>Homescreen settings>manage screens] (guessed translation from danish), just get an empty dark transparent screen, that doesn't react on any attempt for interaction (tap, press, swipe, Menu btn. etc.), so I can't remove empty screens nor appoint Home screen etc., nearly get to press Back - or Home btn. to exit to (wrongly appointed) HS..:silly:

Installed Apex Launcher yesterday evening from PlayStore with pro unlock (purchased long ago) for the first time on this phone (LG Optimus 3D [P920], rooted and installed w/ p-vlad's rom "GPCR 1.2" (ICS 4.0.4) ). Have given root permissions to Apex, but this settings feature should work even if not, I presume (?).

Only thing I can think off is that I have no system launcher (deleted p-vlad's choise from /system/app/), and until now have used Nova Launcher from Tesla, which is still installed but doesn't seem to reside in memory at all. Surely this can't be it? Am I missing something or what could be wrong?:confused:

Greetings from Denmark!

---------- Post added at 10:59 AM ---------- Previous post was at 10:36 AM ----------

Hi mate, I use the 3rd. party lock screen WidgetLocker which have that option (and almost any imaginable :D) regardless what launcher in use, so I think that would be a lock screen feature rather than something to set from your launcher.

Hope this helped, and please don't kill me if wrong!:o
[Android Apps and Games] therealjoeblow:
Scrolling Wallpaper Transition

When wallpaper is set to infinite scrolling mode, and when reaching the end of the homescreens either to the left or right, I find the "jump" in the wallpaper as it resets itself very jarring. Could you add an option to use a cross-blend type of transition to mask this?

Many thanks

TRJB
[Android Apps and Games] kickban:
[MENTION=2463901]dennisxl[/MENTION]

Can you make it easier to hide apps from drawer? Instead only do it by settings maybe you can make it by app shortcuts (like to delete and other options )
[Android Apps and Games] n311.dunkle:
done waiting for bug fix

I've been holding out long enough. The S4 has been out for a while now and the app drawer in this launcher still doesn't function in landscape. That might not mean much to most people but it's a deal breaker for me. And I've been using the paid pro version for years. Hate to switch but this launcher isn't keeping up with my new phone. Tried to stay loyal but I love my phone more.
[Android Apps and Games] ceasar47:
Cann't find any toogle option or widget

Pnn't find any widget for toggling bluetooth,wifi,data etc etc.. Pls help....[

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Apex Launcher Theme Tutorial

A good place to download some Apex themes: http://eseth.net/themes/android/apex-launcher

Apex Launcher Notifications API

Download & Install

Download from Google Play Store

Apex Launcher

Apex Launcher Pro

Download Stable Version APK

Apex Launcher APK

Download Beta Version APK

Apex Launcher Beta APK

Install as regular app (root not required)

adb install ApexLauncher.apk

Or you may also copy/download the apk file on your device and install it using Astro etc.

Note: Due to limitations of the Android framework, you won't be able to add widgets from the app drawer without root access. If your device is rooted, please enable the Root Helper via Settings > Advanced settings > Enable Root Helper.

Install as system app (root required)

adb remount
adb push ApexLauncher.apk /system/app

Or you may also move the APK file to the /system/app directory manually. Make sure you set the file permission properly. To uninstall, please remove ApexLauncher.apk from /system/app manually.

When Apex Launcher is installed as a system app, the Root Helper will be disabled automatically and the in-drawer widgets feature should work without it. If it doesn't, please reboot your device and try again.

Tips

Pinch the screen to access screen previews (like Exposé or HTC Sense).

Long press an icon to drag and drop it over another one to create a folder.

Long press icons/folders on the desktop and choose edit from the popup menu to customize icons and labels.

Drag, hover, and drop app icons over the delete button at the top of the screen to quickly uninstall apps.

Long press an app in the hide apps list to quickly launch that app.

Switch to single screen wallpaper mode to fix wallpaper zooming issues.

Enable the Root Helper in advanced settings (root required) to add widgets from the drawer.

Permissions

ACCESS_SUPERUSER/BIND_APPWIDGET: Required to add widgets from the drawer (Android 4.0 only).

CALL_PHONE: Create direct-dial shortcuts on the homescreen.

EXPAND_STATUS_BAR/SET_WALLPAPER/SET_WALLPAPER_HINTS/VIBRATE: Standard launcher functions.

GET_TASKS: Display warning about other running launcher applications.

INTERNET/ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: Check for updates and anonymous usage/error reporting (optional).

READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE/WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE: Backup/restore settings and data.

Frequently Asked Questions[/QUOTE]
[Android Apps and Games] icemalkan:
Disappearing Application Shortcuts

I'm using Apex v2.1.0 on HTC Evo 3d (unrooted)

After the latest Apex upgrade my shorcuts started to dissappear from home screen. The issue is only about the applications that workds from Sd Card.

Everytime I restart or switch the Usb connection to storage Apex removes the shortcut as if the application is uninstalled. I can't use every application from the phone of course.

Is there anybody who can direct me to a solution?

Thanks in advance.
[Android Apps and Games] jj92942000:
V2.1.0 pro rocks both S3 and my son's Mini II on CM 10.1 JB 4.2.2
[Android Apps and Games] APeter001:
I have this same issue on GS4A with the same widget. Is there a replacement that works or was this ever fixed?
[Android Apps and Games] doktrjones:
Orientation change

Hi, I've been using this launcher for a while now and I'm loving it. There is one issue I have with practically every launcher though: on rotating your device the homescreen gets messed up. The best solution I've seen so far is that of ss launcher, simply use a different homescreen for portrait and landscape mode.

Would it be possible to implement this into apex launcher?
[Android Apps and Games] Geek4IT:
Thx for your job!

:)
[Android Apps and Games] jj92942000:
Mine doesn't get messed up I use P 7x5 and for L 5x7. Play with settings till your happy.
[Android Apps and Games] doktrjones:
I should clarify what I mean with "messed" up; either you use the same grid for landscape and portrait, which results in squashed widgets and unevenly spaced icons, or you specify different grid sizes but then you can't see part of your screen
[Android Apps and Games] jj92942000:
You are CORRECT!!!!! It gets messed up, been a while since I lasted tested landscape. Bug
[Android Apps and Games] doktrjones:
For now I'm using ilauncher. No widget support but at least in can rotate my tablet without getting frustrated about the lack of support for this in android :p lol. looks pretty clean too.
[Android Apps and Games] shirilover:
Nice to see I'm not alone with little quirk.
[Android Apps and Games] wilddoktor:
Apex 2.1 on Note2:stutters

Been using Apex and loving it on my Note2 since January. Latest update, howevew, stutters when swiping screens. Does same thing on my Galaxy Tab2 10.1.

Just reporting in; I'm used to buttery smooth transitions and want them back. :)
[Android Apps and Games] Mardon:
Disable Alpha Effect in Apex Screen Settings

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[Android Apps and Games] pablog_86:
the best launcher ever but, for any reason, some of the icons are not being replaced by the AOSP ones (e.g. telephone, browser, camera)
[Android Apps and Games] Mardon:
Did you reboot after apply a theme?

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[Android Apps and Games] vhl71:
Is there way to display the app icons bigger with this launcher? even I set my grid to,5x4 then icons are smaller. I want something like miui.. Similar to iphone

Same with nova launcher as well

Scaling icons to 150% doesn't look good

Any ideas?
[Android Apps and Games] nokiagye:
Change the DPI of your phone in your case is the only solution but be careful
[Android Apps and Games] KMino:
More than 320dpi would be ultra chunky :D

Try another iconpack or I dare say launcher.

A solution would be to install Xposed framework and the module App Settings.

Then in App Settings change the DPI of Apex to anything you like! ;) 400dpi etc.
[Android Apps and Games] vhl71:
What other launcher would you guys recommend? Miui is draining my battery too much.
[Android Apps and Games] jj92942000:
This is the best but others think Nova is a bit better all about personal preference
[Android Apps and Games] vhl71:
I meant what other launchers will support bigger icons like MIUI..Apex and nova's icons on too small on S3
[Android Apps and Games] Mardon:
Use icon size option in apex settings

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[Android Apps and Games] wilddoktor:
That did it...thank you!!
[Android Apps and Games] rzlatic:
feature suggestion

an idea though for the apex notifier: notification badges for google play store when new updates are out.

another idea for launcher itself (drawer): on/off option to open drawer on page where you left, when the drawer is set to paginated and close on app launch. i prefer starting from the beginning every time, so the option to remember (or not) the last page would be great.

thanks and keep building a great launcher :)
[Android Apps and Games] kun.aries:
Sr guys i have a question. I use droid dna with nos m7 rom. When I install apex, I choose transparent status bar.. but when i remove it, my status bar not back to stock (grey), it still transparent (just when i'm at homescreen and lockscreen). What will i do?
[Android Apps and Games] jazz5008:
S calendar widget works?

Sent from my Galaxy Note II N7100 running Android Revolution HD
[Android Apps and Games] Contivity:
Guys, any PA users here? I moved to PA and my folder in the drawer is acting strange. From time to time it will just display a dark screen when I open a drawer folder. It's as if it open the folder then put the folder dark transparency overlay instead of the other way around.

How can I confirm this is a ROM or app issue?
[Android Apps and Games] fone_fanatic:
Same issue here, nexus 4, kecinzer aokp 4.3 9/24 with Franco jss 184 kernel. At first it happened when scrolling through widgets fast and now it happens even when I scroll slow, maybe two widget rows and apex FC's.
[Android Apps and Games] Contivity:
Attaching screenshots. 1st image is the problem. You can barely see where the folder is under the black transparent overlay. 2nd pic is the proper opening of the folder.

The icons of YouTube, Shazam, etc are the folder in question. This happens randomly, but pretty often.

Touching the location where the icon is still launches the intended app though. Alternatively I can also press the back button and open the folder again and so far it will open the folder properly.
[Android Apps and Games] nhymxu:
can tick root helper. My phone using Android 4.1.2 rooted ( other app work with root permission ok - Superuser by CWM)

Who can help me :(
[Android Apps and Games] replica9000:
4.1.2 = Jelly Bean
[Android Apps and Games] acoustikamusika:
I'll have to give this a try
[Android Apps and Games] nhymxu:
yeah, I don't read "deprecated" word :">