yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] Usern4m3:
I talked to Samsung support about Dex on an external monitor being blocked I got this reply.

"This model number EJ-FT830UBEGUJ is the one that allows all the feature to work on your Galaxy Tab S4. ^Marc"

Marc is giving the model number for the Tab S4 keyboard cover. Samsung Dex has now been blocked unless it detects the user has purchased the expensive accessory, thought once that's happened Dex is unlocked, so you don't need to keep the keyboard attached.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] aspexil:
I have no idea where you got this incorrect information. I can use DeX on HDMI from my Tab S4 without the keyboard cover. In fact, I do not have the keyboard cover. And when connected by HDMI one can use the TAB S4 as a large trackpad.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] Usern4m3:
As I said, I talked to Samsung support and that is what they said on the matter.

Unlike most people replying here I've actually checked what works and not said random stuff about adaptors.

This is what I know after experimenting with two Dex devices, one of which is a blocked Tab S4.

1) The Tab S4 can run Dex locally, it exits Dex instantly when any HDMI adapter is connected.

2) There's no difference between makes of adapter or if they're powered.

3) An unblocked Dex capable device starts Dex when it detects an external monitor and becomes a track-pad.

4) People in forums report owning an official cover unlocks the Tab S4 even when the cover is no longer attached.

5) The advice from the official Samsung support is to buy a keyboard cover to enable features.

I'd be be interested in talking to people who have bricked Tab S4 desktops and are about to attach a keyboard for the first time.

I'd also like to know about people who can use Dex on an EXTERNAL MONITOR without buying accessories. When and where were your devices sold?
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] Lee82UK:
I've no idea why you're disagreeing with what other people have said, they are absolutely 100% correct. If you have one of the third party devices that enabled DeX on an S8 for example, the Tab S4 will complain about a cover. This is what happened with my Tab S4 and the old adapter I had for my S8+. I bought a new 3rd party adapter ("7 in 1 USB-C multi function") from Amazon and no longer get that message, DeX just works on an external monitor as it should. No cover, no keyboard needed.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] Nicolastiss:
Hi,

I have the official keyboard cover, and I have a non official USBC HDMI hub.

I cannot launch dex mode on an external monitor. But it works perfectly in mirroring mode.

This non official USBC HDMI hub works perfectly with my galaxy S9 on dex mode on a external monitor.

I spoke (a lot) with samsung customer service, and I had different answers.... as :

-if it works with the galaxy S9, it should work with galaxy tab S4

-Dex mode will only work with the official samsung usbc hdmi hub (99$)...

-we do not now, because this product is new, so we do not have information...

As a result, I still cannot use my usbc-hdmiu hub, and I do not want to buy another...
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] aspexil:
You need to simply purchase a simple USB-C to HDMI plug. That is it. No $99 USB-C HDMI hub necessary. The one I got was USD$17 from Amazon. You also do not need a cover. I do not have one on my Tab S4 and it plugs into the HDMI and works as a touchpad with DeX on the HDMI monitor. I have zero issues with the inexpensive USB-C to HDMI plug running DeX on the HDMI monitor.

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I got a USB-C to HDMI cable on Amazon for USD$17. No cover, no keyboard needed. And my Tab S4 was purchased from Amazon too. All here in the USA.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] hermanwen:
hi, you can just use directly --> usb c to hdmi cable :)
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] Hrid:
SODIAL USB C Hub, Type C Hub to HDMI, 4 in 1 Combo with 2USB3.0 and PD Multifunction....... on Amazon..... Half the price of official adapter. Samsung Dex works perfectly on 46 inch non smart TV, it is powered with your tab S4 power adapter, and you can attach two external hard drives and mount them with Paragon. Got a brilliant 46 desktop. It was the third adapter I tried and the only one that didn't give me the dreaded message 'Samsung Dex not available while cover opened 'the moment you attach it.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] corb06:
I got my cable yesteday from Amazon. DeX mode works perfectly with it.

This is the cable I got:

https://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B075V5JK36/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] xpusostomos:
I have a USBC to HDMI adapter, and it allows a Note 9 to go into DEX mode. However when I plug a galaxy tab S4 into it, it EXITS Dex mode with the stupid "cover cannot be open" nonsense. This is just craziness. I really really wanted to like DEX, but at this point I have to give up and say, it's a load of marketing rubbish. Samsung: It's not up for you to decide when I want my device in DEX mode. Take a note from Microsoft, they don't tell users when their tablets should be in tablet mode.

BTW, I plugged these galaxy devices into a Samsung thunderbolt monitor j791, Samsung's premier USBC capable monitor, and NOTHING. WTF is this? How can Samsung not even support their own devices through USBC?
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] stewartjr123:
Use a magnet and place it near the USB-C connection. This will trick the tablet that the cover is closed.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] jimscard:
Have you played with the "Auto start when HDMI is connected" setting?View attachment 4744136
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] Howee:
I have a Samsung Tab s4 .

No keyboard cover .

I connected it via hdmi to a projector.

The projector can up ( no input found )

Every time I plugged it in with Dex running , rather than appearing on the projector it reverted to the regular operating system .

So, by the sounds of things, I’m screwed unless I get the add in keyboard .
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] bill-e:
If you use a USB-C to HDMI cable or a plain vanilla USB-C hub you do not need a cover. How are you connecting it?
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] Galaxy-Shadow:
Same Problem

I'm having same problem with all my USB C hubs used with my Note 8 with DeX

From plain vanilla to HDMI to C adapter

only I get a notification "Please use Samsung approved accessories, please go to Samsung website for appropriate accessories"...

To me it looks only a limited amount of non-Samsung accessories work with Galaxy Tab S4.
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] drjoe1:
I'm scratching my head on this thread. Not sure why there is so much confusion. So I'll add to it.

1) My Tab S4, SM-T830, with the Dec. 1 software patch, USA

2) I don't have the Samsung keyboard cover, or any cover for that matter, or the Dex docking station

3) I can switch the tablet manually to DeX without an attached monitor.

4) I bought a generic HDMI + power + USB adaptor (Best Buy, Insignia NS-PU378CHM)

5) If I hook this up to my HDTV, via an Amazon purchased "Twisted Veins" HDMI cable

6) If the adaptor has power connected

7) With or without a mouse and keyboard DeX automatically works

8) But only if the HDMI adaptor is powered.

For what it is worth, my keyboard is a Logitech K750 with an RF universal USB adaptor; I've used an Anywhere MX Mouse also with the rf adaptor (you need to sync first on a pc), and an Anywhere MX2, both as RF and Bluetooth. If there is no keyboard / mouse, the tablet acts as a track pad + keyboard.

Powering is tricky - it seems I have to first attach the adaptor, then the power, and last then connect the HDMI cable (but it is OK for the logitech usb receiver to be plugged in from the start).

Another comment. I've had my tablet crash multiple times when running DeX on HDMI. Usually when running multiple apps. Like 5+ apps. Like Word + VLC + Chrome + YouTube + Excel + Fox Sports. I've assumed it is a ram issue - but don't really know. Could be power? Could be the adaptor? And I have a slow (but large) sd card. The tablet reboots when it crashes.

Also for what it is worth, screen mirroring, either via HDMI (with DeX turned off) or with Chromecast, sucks. The screen top/bottom is cut off, video is choppy / poor resolution. If I cast within an app, it is fine. Just mirroring sucks. I started another thread on this topic, didn't get any real response.

Take care,

Joe
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] Galaxy-Shadow:
Problem gone.. Fix with VANKYO USB C Hub

The problem is simple now for me to understand....

Only certain types of HDMI-C adapters or Hubs will work with Samsung Galaxy Tab S4

All the adapters & Hubs I had for my Galaxy Note 8 did not work with my Tab S4.

I finally had to do some research and buy this one "VANKYO USB C Hub, 8-in-1 USB C Adapter"

All my problems went away....:)

You may have gotten lucky with the one purchased.

I've only had the Vankyo hub for a day.

But if any problems arise will post here or make a New Problem post later.

So far no issues....
[Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 Questions & Answers] drjoe1:
There was a really nice long hdmi cable with the USB c adaptor built in to the cable, and the standard USB dongle in-line, and it specifically said "works with galaxy S8 and S9. Does not work with Tab s4". I'm glad I listened.

I realized the zoom on my TV was off a little, and no longer lose the bottom edge, but mirror casting from the tablet still sucks after pie update.

Joe

Jo
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Udzi:
This theme is a very simple customization of "OxygenOS Always On Display" but i think many of you will like it

THIS THEME WILL NOT ENABLE AOD (ALWAYS ON DISPLAY)

Features

- Colorize or hide the Ten Digit/Digit/Percentage with Digit Customizer

- Colorize or hide the Date/Owner Text with Text Customizer

- Colorize or hide the Battery with Battery Customizer

-- Set some transparency to make the AOD more "ambient"

- Modify the LiftUp Time, Notification Time and hide the Analog Clock Background with Modifier

Pro/Con

+ This doesn't harm the Notification Popup, it's still at max brightness

- The notification icons are not customizable atm. If someone knows how i'd be happy to hear

Howto

You have to install Substratum first to apply the theme and reboot after applying any change

Compatibility

Compatible with any OnePlus Device running 8.1 and 9.0

Feedback

Feel free to contact me with improvements or bugs in this thread or via pm

Thanks

[MENTION=7277214]isetnt[/MENTION] for testing and optimizing

Donation

Buy me a Beer ;) Cheers!

Mirrors

OP-AOD-Digit-Customizer-v3

OP-AOD-Text-Customizer-v3

OP-AOD-Battery-Customizer-v1

OP-AOD-Modifier-v1

Release Date: 2018-08-17

Last Updated: 2018-11-26
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Udzi:
Changelogs

Digit Customizer

v3
- New Colors (Blue4, BlueGrey, Lime, Turquoise, Orange2, Orange3)
- Ability to hide the Percentage

v2
- Split into two Themes: Digits and Text (due to limitations of substratum)
- New Colors
- Ability to hide the date
- 75% is now called 25% to improve the sorting/overview but it's the same value

Text Customizer

v3
- New Colors (Blue4, BlueGrey, Lime, Turquoise, Orange2, Orange3)
- Ability to hide the Date and Owner Text

Battery Customizer

v1
- All Colors from Digit and Text Customizer available
-- Special One with 3 Charging-Steps (15%,25% and above 25%) in Red, Yellow and Green
- Ability to hide the Battery

Modifier

v1
- Change how long a notification is shown
- Change how long the ambient display is shown after the liftup gesture (only makes sense for the ambient display)
- Hide the analog clock background image

Instructions

To explanation: AOD is a background process and enabled substratum themes only apply when the process starts "fresh".

So if it doesn't apply for you, be sure to follow these steps

- Select your colors (the OPAod title becomes pink)

- Reboot your Device

- Go to theme manager (the OPAod title is yellow)

- Enable it (the OPAod becomes green)

- Reboot or force close the aod process

- Done
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] paatha13:
Thanks for your efforts and work of bringing a theme to customize Ambient display/AOD.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] KLit75:
That looks really nice ?

Have you noticed significant battery drain? Other AODs usually drain about 3-5% per hour.

Thanks for sharing!
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] fadyfareed:
Works great on my OP5T. Great Job.

I'd love to be able to color the other elements like date/batt/slogan.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Aswin08:
Works fine on op5t OB13. Would love to see default bright red option for other time digits too
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] RaktimDey:
how to enable it
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] isetnt:
After you've installed it in substratum you will have to reboot then go into manager search for aod and this theme will show up as not enabled enable it and you're good to go.

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We are currently working on that.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Varun82786:
It doesn't work for me I'm running on open beta 14 and I have my device rooted with aod magisk module..I tried to apply the theme and enable it after reboot...nothing happens after then!
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] leo06:
Same here with ob13, aod or lift up same thing, nothing changes whatever I choose
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] paatha13:
Working brilliant with Open beta 14 and no limits 3.1.;)
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] isetnt:
- First reboot.

- Then go into the manager tab in substratum.

- Search for aod select it and press on the layer icon.

- Click change overlay state or enable.

If it still doesn't work.

- Restart systemUI or reboot.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Udzi:
First, thank you guys for your Feedback, i'm glad you like it :)

To explanation: AOD is a background process and enabled substratum themes only apply when the process starts "fresh".

So if it doesn't apply for you, be sure to follow these steps

- Select your colors (the OPAod title becomes pink)

- Reboot your Device

- Go to theme manager (the OPAod title is yellow)

- Enable it (the OPAod becomes green)

- Reboot or force close the aod process

- Done

It is definetly working as you can read from other posts on different versions: OB13, OB14, with AOD Magisk Module, inactivity screen etc.

FYI: I'm going to release some new colors and maybe some additions soon
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] leo06:
Another reboot after I select it in manager did the trick, now is working
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Varun82786:
Thanks Dev it did work for me...

Keep up the good work..

Thanks for the guidance and step by step instructions

It really helped me...
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Vibhor_redmi:
link not working
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Udzi:
It works. Maybe you have a Proxy or something?
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] AtZ SpeKtruM:
Did you plan to add more customizations ?
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] RaktimDey:
make the brightness 30% if u can
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] isetnt:
Yes. We are planning to add support for more parts of the aod.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] srinikethan1392:
i tried this module, and it broke my ambient display completely, i am unable to restore it, tried uninstalling all the overlays, still no use..

any help would be great

thanks
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] isetnt:
What version of oos are you running and what device?
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] XiaomiN1:
Thanks a lot, works like a charm!

:good::good::good::good:
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Normas Interruptor:
Someone please reply who are using this...

I'm using Android P OB26 in my OP5T. Just want to know with this substratum module can i get enable always on display instead of Ambient liftup display?

As i like AOD not liftup.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Udzi:
No, this is just a theme for the build in AOD. It doesn't activate any always on feature.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] F5:ed:
Thanks for a great app :)

I would like to see the time left (not just the icon) when a timer is running, the ambient liftup display mode is ok.

Is that possible to implement?
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] spat24:
Hi,

It works on 6T ?
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Udzi:
Yes

Again, it's a theme, no app ;) so no, not possible
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] PetarOdin:
6t working great thx for this..can you add option size
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] sleepwalking0593:
Does the device deep sleep with AOD on OnePlus 5
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Udzi:
No, sadly not possible, the size is hardcoded

Seriously? Two posts before that I wrote its only a theme. Wrong Thread Buddy.

Does anybody read the few pages or at least the first? I think i've made it clear many times [emoji849]
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] isetnt:
What do you mean with deep sleep?
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Trandaa:
I think he's thinking that this mod actually enable the real AOD (so the display is always on). AFAIK there is no mod which allows the phone to get into deep sleep when AOD is activated so far.

Just a suggestion [MENTION=1944846]Udzi[/MENTION] . Seems lot of ppl are gotten misunderstanding that this is a mod which actually allows AOD. What about to change the thread name to "Ambient Display Customizer"?

Cheers
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] isetnt:
Yeah I know that no mod currently works to get AOD on newer oos versions.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Trandaa:
Well there actually are some, I use one myself. But it has its limitations. It's based on AOSP one, so I can't use this theme for now (bad, because I loved to put the text colour to dark grey so it won't be so bright). And it doesn't let the phone get to the deep sleep, so higher battery usage.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] isetnt:
Same
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] umair shaikh:
can somebody explain how to make the analog watch style's background transparent ?
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Udzi:
Use the AOD Modifier, there's a option for it
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] umair shaikh:
really can't seem to find it....help me out ?
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Udzi:
As far as I can see through the ugly yellow header: you're using the Digit Customizer and not the Modifier - that's why :)
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] umair shaikh:
ohh dang... my bad ...gotcha...thanks bud
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] vicky5696:
Can this Mod also enable AOD?

Or do have to enable it first from some other method?
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] -Already Exist-:
I can't make it work.

I have OP6 with OxygenOS 9.0. I root my phone, and install and enabled themes.

But it still does not work. I restarted my on each step and tried with Ambient display on and off.

Can anyone help?
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] -Already Exist-:
Did you find a way to fix it?

I have a same problem.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Udzi:
Read a few posts back and you will get your answer

Looks like you have not selected a different color than the default, so enabling it won't change anything

Look at my Screenshot. The top one will change something, the bottom don't.

View attachment 4740348
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] -Already Exist-:
I tried it like that too.

I done all combinations with this 3 options (all active, two active...).

I'm not sure what is problem.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] -Already Exist-:
I just find out, it did modify my lift up display.

But I does not work as AOD. I tried with options in Modify app, but still no success.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Udzi:
For the last Time:

THIS THEME WILL NOT ENABLE AOD (ALWAYS ON DISPLAY)
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Kylynx:
OP6t Ambient Display still turn off in less than 5 seconds. Anyone else experiencing this? I'm on the Beta 8 build!!??*♂️
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Amrut Parmar:
Will it get update?
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Udzi:
What do you think should be updated?
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] isetnt:
I'm currently working on an update but it may take some time as I currently need to focus on my studies. I'm not telling you yet what the update is about:p
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] paatha13:
Does this theme support OP7 Pro?

I used it a lot on my 5T and was one of my favorite but in few days gonna purchasing 0P7 Pro.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Udzi:
Maybe. You have to try it! In my opinion you can't brick anything.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] audioeptesicus:
I tried it on my 7 Pro and I have not been successful in making any changes.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] skeeter123:
No love on myv1+7Pro... Yet..

The build and application was uneventful.. it seems to build and install okay. Just no results.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Udzi:
I can take a look if someone provides the apk from here

/system/priv-app/OPAod/OPAod.apk
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] skeeter123:
You need the actual app itself from that location?
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] ShadowDXS:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/179o0KpSdYE9Dd9tQ0Qr_1P0UvlZkZECo/view?usp=drivesdk

Ask and you shall receive.

Strait from my one plus 7 pro
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] vivek modi:
not changing color in op5t ob33 of digit color in AOD Digit..
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] wolfsister:
I want to have an image as my ambient display background. The image is very light with some minor line art. Is it possible to do so? I don't want to change anything else about the ambient display on my OnePlus 7 pro.
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] flyoffacliff:
Does this work in OOS 10 on OnePlus 6/6t?
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Udzi:
Android 10

So, got my 7T recently :cool: but sadly i have to say OnePlus made huge changes to the Ambient Display with A10...they moved every value and array from the aod.apk to systemui, so i can't differ between Ambient Display font/battery color and System font/battery color anymore. That means f.e: if i like to change the batterycolor, the battery in the statusbar changes too. That might be a cool addition to Aether but it goes too far for a Ambient Display Customizer

So for now AOD Customizer comes to an end sadly with Android 10 :crying: maybe i'll take a second look if my time allows it (i became a dad for a second time this september)

Till then, stay on OOS v9 if you like to use it ;)
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] flyoffacliff:
I couldn't get it working and just read it's no longer supported. Sorry to hear.

Mad that Oneplus removed the good digital clock in A10. Now the only options are digital clock with red digits, analog clock, or custom ROM. :(
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] vrda08:
very nice!!
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Vuska:
is the clock will moving?

i mean, Not in one place forever?

I'm looking for moving AoD to avoid shadowed screen.

Thank you
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] isetnt:
I'm not sure, haven't had any problems with that with or without the theme. Are you running beta or stable and on what device
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Vuska:
not telling about problem...

sorry maybe my english not good.

what i mean :

with this AoD module substratum, will the aod clock moving around the screen?

I'm hoping that the clock will move, so will minimize screen shadowed problem.

anyway I'm not with op5.... but with Op6., already using a magisk module from Op5 and it work... want to try this.

updated :

and i tried this... and not work.. After screen dark.. no AoD clock appear...

already setting the clock, enable it.. restart.

go to Manage tab, enable it.... restart again.

still AoD not appear..
[OnePlus 5T  Themes, Apps, and Mods] isetnt:
Yes it will move every so often so you won't have any screen burn-in.

Edit: are you running beta or stable?