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[Android Apps and Games] TUN_SD:
AW: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

Apex latest beta 1.4.4beta1

I disabled the shadow at buttom and top of the screen, but it always appears again til I click the home button or menu again.

Not a big problem for me I just wanted to let you know.

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[Android Apps and Games] BlowingNose:
Good idea! I will give it a try. Keep up the good work!
[Android Apps and Games] espmartin:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

+1
[Android Apps and Games] AcmE85:
@ dennisxl

Is it possible to add an option for simple dropshadows behind icons?

Right now it looks kinda flat, which of course applies to all stock-based launchers.
[Android Apps and Games] SpaceCaker:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

Dennis

Option to enable text on/under dock and dotted page indicators ?

Would be nce
[Android Apps and Games] IngoBN:
shortcut to a specific drawer tab

+1
[Android Apps and Games] gamepro602:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

I checked the option to resize all widgets and when I try to resize them, it doesn't work:confused:

Edit:clearing the data worked

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[Android Apps and Games] dennisxl:
v1.4.4 (Mar 12, 2013)

Minor bug fixes

Updated translations

Direct APK download

Download from Google Play
[Android Apps and Games] gmcerrato:
Bug - still

So today an update came up! Great I thought I would get this bug https://vimeo.com/61285110 fixed at last, but no again it didn't.

please fix it! Its annoying and all these updates I can't even see any difference!

Latest Apex Launcher Pro
[Android Apps and Games] Nephilim:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

Seriously dude? Stop being so rude and ungrateful. It works flawlessly for me and every new release is better and better. If you don't like it or have an issue/bug there is a polite way of posting about it. Otherwise use a different launcher and don't come back.

Sent from my AK Cylon Powered AOSPA 3.1 Galaxy Nexus
[Android Apps and Games] gmcerrato:
First I was not rude and said please...second is a PAID app. Thanks.
[Android Apps and Games] Nephilim:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

Your entire post was condescending. That's pretty much the epitome of rude. There is a right and a wrong way to word things. It's evident you chose the wrong way. Just because you paid for an app does not entitle you to speak the way you do. Nobody forced you to buy the app.

In the future maybe try posting your issues and then nicely asking for them to be looked into.

Sent from my AK Cylon Powered AOSPA 3.1 Galaxy Nexus
[Android Apps and Games] carlo67:
I decided to do he singha_ROM_SuperWipe, and flashed pa255 and restored my apps\data

but I can't restore all of widgets again I don't know why

anyone know why?
[Android Apps and Games] Milamber33:
Widgets can't be restored because of an Android limitation. I gather there's a way, if you restore Apex, then data for the system app 'Application Widgets', then Apex again, it might work, so long as the ROM is compatible enough for the restoration of the Application Widgets data to work.
[Android Apps and Games] TKokab:
How to remove and update to newer version?

I am using rootbox 3.9.1

Cm 10.1 stock kernel

Have installed apex v 1.4.3

Now I can not update to 1.4.4

If anyone can help Please.....
[Android Apps and Games] vbaros:
export settings

deinstall

install again

import settings
[Android Apps and Games] tritonesub:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

Just bought the pro version after using the free version for over a year. Much better than nova. Also love the home screen settings!

Sent from my Mahjong Nexus
[Android Apps and Games] carlo67:
ur wrong about restored the widgets,

I managed to restored all of widgets with tb.

but my problem is- I can't do it again lol I don't know why
[Android Apps and Games] The_MutenRoshi:
I have the pro version, and the notifications works for sms and phone, but not for gmail...

anyone knows why? I have everything well setup.
[Android Apps and Games] mrnamster:
Please add a feature to add shortcuts to files and folders.

Great when you need to quickly get to a .pdf, picture, video or whatever.
[Android Apps and Games] hanschke:
creating app draw folder added?
[Android Apps and Games] iPwn_:
The margins settings could be better. For both the desktop and the dock, even the largest horizontal margin options have the icons more spaced out than the stock launcher (this is on my Nexus 4). I find this to be pretty annoying... I'd like the desktop layout to be just like stock while using Apex's other features.

Another thing, backswiping in the app drawer is sort of laggy. Swiping forward is fine, but as soon as I reverse direction and head back to the first page, the card stack animation starts to skip frames. This does not happen in the stock 4.2 launcher. It is absent from Nova launcher as well.
[Android Apps and Games] tyraelasd:
What about new features guys? This launcher is the best but it's been a long time since we haven't had any new features or improvements.
[Android Apps and Games] Milamber33:
Okay, I'll clarify what I meant. The launcher itself can't restore the widgets for you because of an Android limitation. Actual backup software should be able to, the method is the workaround I listed in my last post.

Actually, quick question for anyone who knows. Would it be possible for Apex to back up and restore widgets using root permissions? Obviously backing up and restoring data for 'Application Widgets' does the trick, but it wouldn't be safe to do across Android versions. Would it be possible to save the data to some sort of XML format and replay it into the new install, so the system treats it as a bunch of new widgets being set up and populates the Application Widgets data itself in a safe way, though?
[Android Apps and Games] hasbrobot:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

I second that!
[Android Apps and Games] laztpn0i:
I got the paid version of this launcher and besides the occasional lag between switching home screens, It has been great. I also agree with being able to get some new features and improvements. Like being able to customize the unread count notifications, and fixing the lag. For me, those are the only two things that would make this launcher even sweeter!
[Android Apps and Games] jwcurry83:
Is it possible to add an activities shortcut to launch the app drawer for Apex Launcher Pro? I love the customization options of the drawer and I want to use it in conjunction with a clean desktop and LMT Pie. LMT allows for pie shortcuts to app activities but it would be up to the dev(s) of Apex to implement the app drawer launch as an activity. Thanks in advanced for any info.
[Android Apps and Games] carlo67:
restored 'Application Widgets' and apex data does the trick but sometimes it doesn't work all the time

there must be easier way. Geez
[Android Apps and Games] phillibl:
I would like this feature as well.
[Android Apps and Games] Caniv:
I was thinking about getting pro especially for the unread notifications and was wondering if that feature works for WhatsApp?

Ty
[Android Apps and Games] jaytecson:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

No. apex pro app counter only supports gmail,missedcall and sms
[Android Apps and Games] nomad4ever:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

Guys, since the last 2 updates or so, I experience several launcher redraws per day. The option to stay in memory is enabled, but it doesn't make any difference.

Did anyone has similar problems and how to solve it? Would love to stay with this launcher, but it's getting annoying. Any takes on this? Thank you!

I'm on bixies stock 4.2.2 odexed and rooted, using Lagfix Premium scheduled to run every morning, Seeder and Greenify, if that helps to nail it down.
[Android Apps and Games] GranPaSmurf:
2 trivial questions

First, I REALLY like Apex Launcher Pro! Good Work!

you mention installing to system using AB. I'm not that skilled. Is there an App that will help me do that?

I would like to have wallpaper on only my main/default screen, with the other screens having only black background. Is there a way using my Apex Launcher Pro?

Thanks for a great product.
[Android Apps and Games] Dirk:
Been using ADW EX for many years but it didn't want to play nicely with an Icon pack that i liked. Tried Apex Launcher out of desperation and am so glad i did! Not only does the icon pack work as advertised now but the whole Launcher feels like an improvement over what i was using before.

Looks like Apex will be my Launcher of choice from now on. Keep up the good work.
[Android Apps and Games] Caniv:
Well than quick question for the developers, is such a feature (app counters) on WhatsApp is planned?

And it's it even possible to program?

Ty
[Android Apps and Games] htcuser69:
howto change navbar position ?
[Android Apps and Games] jaytecson:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

I tried to but i failed..try missedit app..

Or might as well try go launcher ex..they support that kind of feature..any app there can have notification number on the app itself

---------- Post added at 04:05 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:03 PM ----------

What do u mean by Navigation bar?
[Android Apps and Games] jdstrydom:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

That's normally ROM related eg. Aosp and not a launcher setting
[Android Apps and Games] prateekranka:
Adding toggle buttons to notification drawer

How can I add toggle buttons like torch and data to notification drawer??
[Android Apps and Games] Echo113:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

How do I make shortcuts for home screen pages?

"I said good DAY!"
[Android Apps and Games] Aashuk Mehta:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

The app drawer button haptic feedback is very very tinny it irritated me
[Android Apps and Games] kudaj316:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

Im having this issue, everytime i reboot the themes goes back to default...wonder whats wrong
[Android Apps and Games] lesp4ul:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

What shorcuts??? Specific file or app?

For file, by default it is Not possible with current android os, you can use this

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nagopy.file.shortcut

Search on playstore, or upgrade your OS to custom jelly bean like CM10.1 or other AOSP builds

Mine does not vibrate

Uninstall that theme, Clear apex app data and try again.
[Android Apps and Games] replica9000:
Elixir 2 - It has the option to add the toggles you want, and to use custom icons.
[Android Apps and Games] Benowit:
My favorite launcher, thank you for your job :victory:
[Android Apps and Games] rskyline:
Why when i apply a theme, all the icons doesn't change automatically? Most of the icons that i have in the homescreen remains with old icons.
[Android Apps and Games] AzN MusiQ:
AW: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

Try To delete the Icons from the Homescreen and then add them again.

Gesendet von meinem Nexus S mit Tapatalk 2
[Android Apps and Games] rskyline:
I did that before, and when i change the theme again, the icons remain with the old theme. :(
[Android Apps and Games] replica9000:
Try a reboot and see if they change.
[Android Apps and Games] rskyline:
The Dock Icons remains, for example, i'm using Crystal2 Theme, and i have whatsapp icon on the dock, and it states as stock.
[Android Apps and Games] rskyline:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

The dock icons appears to have the issue. This is after reboot.

Enviado desde mi Nexus 4 usando Tapatalk 2
[Android Apps and Games] nsource:
How do i fix this overlay in the bar?
[Android Apps and Games] ieisha:
I know we can hide the dock, and make the home key open our app drawer. My question is can we change the action of the recent apps tab?
[Android Apps and Games] just4747:
Thanks, did that now with the newest version. So far, the feedback works again for the app drawer icon (i wasnt the only one who had this issue yesterday). Will try the previews again when I re-add my widgets).

And by uninstalling old and installing new, in this case, it is simply deleting the old apk in system/app and pasting the new one in and changing permissions. Didn't think that was any different than just overwriting the old apk with the new one which is what i did yesterday, and still had those issues.
[Android Apps and Games] Jezz_X:
I really think if people are going to post bugs they really need to specify things like

* What Rom your using

* What version of android you have

* Are you going from an old version

* Is it installed in system or as a normal app

* Did you actually clear all data, reboot and try again
[Android Apps and Games] TEK112:
I took a more dangerous approach. I opened Titanium and a file manager and force closed apex under settings. Then I backed up via titanium, then uninstalled apex via titanium, used the task button to switch to the file manager and installed the new one, then pressed the home button and launched the new version.

No issues so far.
[Android Apps and Games] just4747:
Ok, so after deleting the old apk in system/app and putting the new version in and changing permissions and loading backup and replacing all widgets...immediately, the previews would produce some blank boxes. I just don't understand...

Im on newest AOKP.
[Android Apps and Games] TEK112:
I think you should try again without restoring. Set it up manually. I know it defeats the purpose of a backup, but it does rule out compatibility issues.
[Android Apps and Games] taodan:
Could you please let me know the uninstall command. I read the basic ADB commands but confused. Is it: adb uninstall ApexLauncher.apk, or: adb uninstall - k ApexLauncher.apk

Which ADB command did you use to uninstall the apk? Thanks
[Android Apps and Games] TEK112:
I don't use ADB for regular apps like Apex.

I opened Titanium and a file manager and force closed apex under settings. Then I backed up via titanium, then uninstalled apex via titanium, used the task button to switch to the file manager and installed the new one, then pressed the home button and launched the new version.

edit: this is more dangerous because if you accidentally close one of the apps you need there is no home screen to launch anything.

edit 2: here is a quick ADB guide instead of me having to type one up:

http://www.careace.net/2010/05/12/how-to-remove-android-apps-through-adb/
[Android Apps and Games] just4747:
Maybe I could try that. I also just did what was suggested other than that and still have the issue: I cleared data and cache on current Apex, deleted apk from system/app, rebooted, moved new apk to system/app, changed permissions on it, then restored backup and re-added widgets and still show different missing preview boxes sometimes:
[Android Apps and Games] VincentDHam:
where did you get that wallpaper? =p lol
[Android Apps and Games] just4747:
It's from the stock Galaxy S II Skyrocket wallpapers. You can get them if you google the system dump wallpapers. Many nice ones and screen size/resolution they are meant for is similar to ours.
[Android Apps and Games] VincentDHam:
oh ok cool. thanks
[Android Apps and Games] MacDaddyTMT:
I don't mean to seem demanding or impatient, but is there any eta on the planned multiple, configurable tabs in app drawer feature? This feature would really be hot and would make tops whichever launcher out of Apex and Nova gets it first, imo, especially for people like me who have hundreds of apps installed. No ICS-based launcher currently has anything like this, as far as I know. GO has something similar in that it has folders in app drawer, but it's not ICS.
[Android Apps and Games] just4747:
WELP, definitely a bug, whether it's the combo of icons and widgets some of us use or just a general bug. I did EVERYTHING. Wiped old Apex cache and data, removed the apk in system/app. Rebooted. Put new apk in system/app, changed permissions. Re-setup the desktops exactly the same before WITHOUT restoring backup, in fact I didn't even put all the icons back yet, just the widgets, and first try of showing previews shows the exact same bug.

Basically, whichever screen you activate the previews from, the preview thumbnails will show all contents only UP to the screen you are on from left to right.

In other words, if you activate them from screen 3 out of 5, it will show the 4th and 5th screens as blank in previews. If you activate previews from screen 5 out of 5, it will show contents of all screens.

If you activate them from screen 1, only screen 1 will show contents and the rest blank.

Please God dev this has been killing me since day 1 of Apex and some other users are having the issue too, but some not. Please let us know you know something about this, or at least acknowledge it so we know you know.

Thank you.
[Android Apps and Games] dw9906:
Would you mind posting it please? I googled it but didn't find that particular one. Much appreciated.
[Android Apps and Games] druhaul:
wow thats a great idea, this needs to happen!!!
[Android Apps and Games] VincentDHam:
yeah the one site that had it, the link was down
[Android Apps and Games] jirka607:
May i ask what is the weather widget u using?
[Android Apps and Games] just4747:
I will post a zip with the Skyrocket WPs in a few.

The weather widget is the Beautiful Widgets "Beautiful Smaller Home Weather" one, with the Humanity-Light weather skin (downloadable inside the app).
[Android Apps and Games] chopper the dog:
In this thread you may only speak of Fancy Widgets.

good day.
[Android Apps and Games] TUN_SD:
blame your rom dev, not Apex. :D

that second you open a app, apex runs just in the background and don't affect the ui anymore til you switch back to homescreen.

to be sure try another rom, (when using cm, flash AOKP for example)
[Android Apps and Games] replica9000:
Is it possible to add more folder customizations? I like this look of the one in the pic below. The app I'm using for that style is a little slow to open, and doesn't allow me to edit icons or names in folders.
[Android Apps and Games] Aashuk Mehta:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

I would like to ask that can we hide widgets or even shortcuts from the app drawer?

Because scrolling pages is a mess:)
[Android Apps and Games] replica9000:
Apex Settings > Drawer settings > Hidden apps
[Android Apps and Games] Aashuk Mehta:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

Not apps sir i said widgets..:p
[Android Apps and Games] replica9000:
You mean the widgets tab? If so, then uncheck Show Widgets tab.
[Android Apps and Games] Aashuk Mehta:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

Not the whole widgets tab i meant hide individual widgets as there are many i don't use mainly shortcuts its a pain to scroll widgets

And also it would be a killer feature..:thumbup:
[Android Apps and Games] nsmith4:
To accomplish this I went to Apex settings>Drawer Settings>Manage Drawer then selected the Widgets tab. Select Group type then custom. Then just select the widgets you want to be seen, save then close. It's not as easy as hiding apps but it does the job.
[Android Apps and Games] Aashuk Mehta:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

Does it require pro version?
[Android Apps and Games] Aashuk Mehta:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

One more question y is the vibration feedback so low when launching app drawer?

Just a question don't intend to disrespect anyone:)
[Android Apps and Games] fone_fanatic:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

I have 2 requests, if they're possible that is.

1. Folder sorting, so apps in folders on the home screen can be sorted in alphabetical order or frequency of app use (as in the settings for drawer organization).

2. Extend time of dropping apps into folders. So many times when dragging an app from the drawer into a folder the folder will move causing my other folders and widgets to move. Then I have to reorganize everything back to how I like it.

Vibration feedback has nothing to do with this app. That can be modified with a custom Rom or kernel.
[Android Apps and Games] nsmith4:
I'm not sure it might be pro only.
[Android Apps and Games] rskyline:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

Hope that this app gets on sale soon that i can buy the pro!

Enviado desde mi Nexus 4 usando Tapatalk 2
[Android Apps and Games] Aashuk Mehta:
Re: [APP] Apex Launcher Beta (Android 4.0+)

I came across a bug:

When quick action s are turned of resize all widgets doesn't work:banghead:

sent from my toilets using carbon ROM
[Android Apps and Games] joeshmoe08:
Is there any change of implementing covers/shutter feature that is found in action launcher?
[Android Apps and Games] chuckenfoot:
That's the best new feature out there for launchers.... Very very cool!
[Android Apps and Games] Mr_Comple:
i willingly lock my desktop with a gesture..

which path should i follow in order to unlock it..!?

i ve searched everywhere but cant find it...! pf
[Android Apps and Games] aLeda:
no way to "deplace" apps in the drawer ?

I mean, with nova when you create a tab "games", when you put apps in it then they dissapear from apps tab, not with apex, they duplicate
[Android Apps and Games] gamepro602:
You need to set the apps tab from all to ungrouped

:)

Laughing at you while eating Jellybeans
[Android Apps and Games] aLeda:
this works thanks dude ! :eek:
[Android Apps and Games] droidking777:
unlocking

go to app drawer,click the dot menu(on the top right corner),a menu will come.unlock the desktop option is there in it.;)
[Android Apps and Games] ehBrY:
Why hasn't there been any new version for so long? Is the dev working on a huge feature or taking a needed break? Anyone know? Just curious.

XDA STATUS UPDATE:

I'm at a TAPAsBar, flashing around my N4. It's churning out AOKP Trinity Butter! Nom!X3
[Android Apps and Games] BobbaLouie:
30 days is "so long"?

BS. Posts like this piss me off.
[Android Apps and Games] gaz41:
Deleted

Inviato dal mio Galaxy S
[Android Apps and Games] Benruk:
My phone reborn with Apex, thanks. I hate the Sony/Samsung launcher.
[Android Apps and Games] wuzdat:
I'm using an MDPI phone have my grid set to 9x10 and no matter what percentage I reduce my icons to on my home screen apex keeps cutting off the sides of the icons...this is a nice launcher & I dropped Nova to use apex pro but if there isn't a fix for this minor issue... I guess I'll have to go back to nova...can someone help or is this an issue the dev just won't fix?

Sent from my LG-VM696 using Xparent BlueTapatalk 2
[Android Apps and Games] TUN_SD:
Was it working with other launcher?

I guess it is caused by your mdpi resolution.

Reduce your grid size.

Sent with a JellyBlack HTC One X
[Android Apps and Games] wuzdat:
Yes it works fine with nova launcher so no its not due to the mdpi its only with apex

Sent from my LG-VM696 using Xparent BlueTapatalk 2
[Android Apps and Games] camoway:
basic question

so what are the benefits of installing this on my system apps verses installing it normally.:)

sorry if this is repetitive but you had stated that is possible to do so in the first paragraph, given that option I would want to know what the benefit of that would be seems like a normal question.

Well I'm all for performance so I moved it and gave it all permission so because I didn't know which ones to give it.

seems like it's a little faster but then it could just be a placebo effect.

but I would like to know what the benefits are
[Android Apps and Games] lucianus_luciferus:
in your screenshot where is this menu located?

i can't find it :confused:
[Android Apps and Games] gamepro602:
Here:)

Laughing at you while eating Jellybeans
[Android Apps and Games] dgcruzing:
I run with it on my S3 as well..

Love it..
[Android Apps and Games] niteh@wk:
Apex has everything I need in a launcher. Only deal breaker for me is it's lacking folders in app drawer. Will switch if this is added.

S-beamed from my GSIII via xda premium
[Android Apps and Games] Benoox:
Just would like to thanks the devs for awesome app, small resource light, perfect launcher with simple and idea.