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[Fire TV General] Finnzz:
I only have the Cube, so I never really pay attention to storage space. It's too late for me to check, I ran the force-stop command earlier. Someone will have to check on storage after a mass force-stop.

Maybe you had some old firmware sitting in the OTA folder that was finally cleared out a system cleanup service? There's no easy way to check this without root, and the pm clear command doesn't actually delete these files. They can sit there for a long time just using up space.
[Fire TV General] virtuacool:
I had already cleaned all the OTAs, when I was on top of the loop script.

At that time I did "pm clean" on some system packages for testing.

My memory only actually increased after I did a massive "force-stop"!

It is indeed strange.

Just someone testing to see if it's the same, because mine has a high memory since yesterday!

(my firestick is always on)

So something happened to the mass "force-stop"!
[Fire TV General] virtuacool:
Try to gain more memory with this script and give feedback.

(does not delete any files or change settings)

First, check the memory of your Fire Stick, in "My Fire TV > About".

On the right side you will see the available memory.

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Then go to LM and enter the script in ADB Commands:

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pm list packages -s | sed -e "s/.*://" | while read package; do am force-stop $package; done

Note: Don't forget that if the script isn't STRICTLY the same, it won't work. Check the spaces and if the characters are correct!

Do not check the "execute on boot" option, as it will be used once (or maybe more in the future)

Save the command.

After recording click on the command you just recorded.

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Wait about 10 seconds (there are no completed messages) and check your firestick memory again, and see if it has increased.

Note: I would like feedback as it is in testing!

Once again, thanks to @Finnzz who, in addition to helping to improve the codes, has extremely important opinions!
[Fire TV General] axel007:
Tried it on my 3rd gen stick. No change. Available memory remains at 2.79 of 5.35.
[Fire TV General] virtuacool:
You wouldn't get much more either! It's already great! Thanks for the feedback.
[Fire TV General] badabing2003:
You're pointing to storage, but are saying that you're freeing up memory.

Fire stick Max has 2GB or memory (RAM) and 8GB of storage.

Deleting Cache or deleting data frees up more storage.

Killing processes does not free up storage, it frees up RAM.

To my knowledge Firestick does not use storage as swap for additional memory, so it can't be freeing up storage that way either.

And if processes create temporary file which take up storage (although I would doubt that it would take that much ) killing the process does not give it a chance to clean up and free the storage (if it ever claimed any)

So I'm with @Finnzz here, I don't see the benefit of this storage wise.
[Fire TV General] virtuacool:
Friend,

I'm just sharing my experience with others.

In fact I had 1.5GB and then I had 2.75GB and I still have them, even restarting the firestick, and after a few days I still have them!

I understand well what you are saying.

Anyone knows you kill a process and it comes back, you clear the cache and it fills up again.

My sharing only has to do with something that happened to my firestick after I killed all the system processes and gained 1.25GB.

I had even used Defsquid and others and I never gained the memory I gained.

As @Finnzz said, it could even be a remnant of something, which was lost and with this was cleaned up.

So it might help someone in the same situation as me. 👍

At this moment without scientific explanation... (that's why I put it to the test)

As it doesn't change anything on the firestick, it doesn't hurt to try and see the result.

Furthermore, we are dealing with an Amazon device that has a lot of services working in the backgroud that we don't really know what they do.
[Fire TV General] badabing2003:
Your efforts to help others by sharing is commanded and encouraged, I'm just pointing out the misinformation so that whoever wants to try this is better informed.
[Fire TV General] cdub74:
@Finnzz when you use this code to force close system apps and 3rd party apps, will these system and 3rd party apps start again automatically when needed? Also will this stop the update system (if so is it a temporary stop until you reboot?)
[Fire TV General] virtuacool:
Yes.

@Finnzz posted two possibilities to kill processes.

1) the first script (with -s) only kills system processes. It doesn't kill the third party, and therefore, it doesn't kill the LM that is running the loop script, which blocks updates.

2) the second script posted by @Finnzz (with -3) only kills third party processes, and therefore kills LM, Netguard, etc... which is not advisable to do.

To clear the cache of all applications use the command "pm trim-caches 32G", by ADB shell, or put it in LM, but pay attention to what I posted here #1,722 .The loop script must always be last in the list.

About this last script (to supposedly gain more memory, killing all system processes), it's just a test.

For whatever reason when I did that I gained over 1GB which I have no explanation for @Finnzz has already explained that it must be something "lost" from the system that was taking up space (maybe an old update file), and with this massive kill, he killed it or caused some process to kill it, or anything, still no explanation.

The idea is only to run it rarely, as some users may have the same situation as mine.

Running it doesn't change anything on the firestick, as the processes come back, and the caches come back.
[Fire TV General] Skel40:
Hey quick question with this. I have a new patched scripted rom with the whole "/" directory and was curious if I can enter that line in build.prop or updater-script. When I took an extraction I found a folder named "push" as in adb push /x/x/ and would a folder named "shell" as 0644 be possible to keep Launcher Manager and other settings maintained?
[Fire TV General] wolfgang41:
i tried your script and it didnt free up space aswell, i have around 3.23GB free space

how often should i run this script and how can i verify that it really closes all system apps
[Fire TV General] Skel40:
Are you using a 4K (mantis) unlocked? I can compile a NS6290 fully patched build for you with more storage space and allow you to have task manager (to close apps) via home press twice with other settings. CLH is installed on the old ui NS6290 with everything working. PM me if needed. I'll make one if I have time. You can run the script as many times as you want. You can edit out add in packages to delete in the updater-script
[Fire TV General] Osh1:
I have a firestick 4k max with the wolf launcher and launcher manager running the loop script but after I have restarted the firestick next time as I turn power off completely the home button no longer works,launcher manager is still there as is the loop script but the home button doesn't go to wolf launcher,
[Fire TV General] oldman20:
Thank you, I search it so hard
[Fire TV General] Razkizil:
In wolf main screen when i click app info on any app it doesn't show anything. Solution to that?
[Fire TV General] BrotherHarm:
Hi, I have a nokia streaming box 8000

I used this app to change my launcher but now my usb devices are not working. Think of controller, usb keyboard or mouse. I tried disabling the launcher and usb debugging but it didn't help. I am quite lost here, please help.
[Fire TV General] maybeme2:
Trying to download and install launcher manager 1.1.8 and I keep getting 'problem parsing the package'.

What to do?
[Fire TV General] virtuacool:
Do you have a USB hub?
[Fire TV General] virtuacool:
Do you have a fire stick?

Otherwise you should use LM 1.0.4 (ATV) which is the same but for Android TV BOX.

https://bit.ly/SWLMA104

(It's on the first page)
[Fire TV General] maybeme2:
Yes. I have a firetvstick.
[Fire TV General] Finnzz:
Install it from adb, if you get an error there copy and paste it here. The ADB error will be more informative.

pm install -r <package-name>.apk
[Fire TV General] cognitivedissonance:
Same exact experience here. Not sure how to get it to survive a reboot.
[Fire TV General] Osh1:
Since my last post I seem to have got it to work,I have netguard installed and blocked amazon updates and also the loop script,

What ssems to have worked for me is Launcher Manager>Launcher Options>Home Button Hook>Trigger Key and I changed this to Home Listener,

Default setting seems to be 0Z-DCS:HomePressReceiver,

I also turned on Shorcut Button Hook but not sure if this does anything to help,
[Fire TV General] Osh1:
Not sure if you got this apk but I forgot to mention that in netguard I turned off "Apply rules and conditions" for wolf launcher and launcher manager
[Fire TV General] simonho1989:
this 1.0.7 said the file appears to be corrupted on FireTV 4k and also not able to install in Chromecast with Google TV
[Fire TV General] SweenWolf:
seems like my pendrive is corrupted, try this.
[Fire TV General] Toothless_NEO:
@SweenWolf Is there any reason in particular why the apps are restricted to higher Android versions?
[Fire TV General] SweenWolf:
yeah, because amazon has disabled some things in the system of FireOS 5 that my apps uses.
[Fire TV General] green repairs:
many operating systems disableing a lot of permssions for security reasons too many malicious software going around. and it cost money to support when customers have tablets that break down. it cost companies a lot of money in technical or sales support. that is the reason large companies only buy from large companies like amazon or microsoft that have technical support
[Fire TV General] Toothless_NEO:
What was it that they disabled exactly?
[Fire TV General] SweenWolf:
Some parts of Package Manager for non system apps (FOS 5)

And disabled third party access to Accessibility Services entirely on all FireOS
[Fire TV General] jlitz88:
I am unable to load a wallpaper. Wolf version .0.1.7 cleared the cache use the cube version 7.2.2.9 fire tv home version 6242954,1 jpg files 50-70kb from hubble site tried a solid color 2kb jpg same problem
[Fire TV General] SweenWolf:
Go to Application Menu > Launcher Settings > Wallpaper > Turn on Application Wallpaper > Select wallpaper > wait few seconds depending on the size of the wallpaper (it will take some time to convert the wallpaper to png).
[Fire TV General] jlitz88:
Thanks did not have the wallpaper application turned on. Found out have have to use extra large wallpaper 7k x 4k on large tv.

Is there a way of reducing the size of the icons?

Great application! Much appreciated.
[Fire TV General] SweenWolf:
Thanks

App Menu > Launcher Settings > Sections > Applications > Increase columns count
[Fire TV General] jlitz88:
Perfect!!
[Fire TV General] jlitz88:
I did a little video on best way of installing apps imo anyway fwiw
[Fire TV General] Finnzz:
Thanks, I always like to see what apps other people are using.

I would make one recommendation, the app 'Easy Fire Tools'. This app is for your android phone and will let you remotely sideload apps to your FireTV device.

I personally think it's better that people download their APKs themselves from official sites or trusted mirror sites. Installing apps from private links is always potentially dangerous.
[Fire TV General] jlitz88:
Good point on trusted sites. I make sure I use Virus Total to scan for malware.
[Fire TV General] SweenWolf:
Good way but i think this is the best way to install any apk.

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[Fire TV General] Firestick firestick 9:
Is there a way you can show it with a video .. really interested in doing this with the firestick 4k
[Fire TV General] Finnzz:
Would it be possible to create a icon/link for the channel guide (LiveTV)? I'd like an icon that I can place with my regular apps.

I had thought that the live section was linked to the Amazon launcher, and therefore inaccessible, but I can still access the channel guide if I ask Alexa to 'show me channel guide'

FireTV Cube 2nd gen
[Fire TV General] SweenWolf:
Needs some additional info regarding that.
[Fire TV General] cognitivedissonance:
Thank you so much for the responses. I didn't have Netguard, and I didn't mess around with the hook settings at all before, so I'll test those out. Much appreciated!
[Fire TV General] h4run:
Can the launcher manager ultimate (the one from the second post) be used with regular Android TV? What's the difference between launcher manager ultimate and launcher manager from the first post for Android TV, couldn't really make it up from the description..
[Fire TV General] Barbuslex:
Hi,

The update 7.6.6.4 was applied on my firestick and launcher manager not installing... any idea ?

thanks
[Fire TV General] virtuacool:
Please note the following:

(FOS) = Firestick Operating System

(ATV) = Android TV

For an Android TV box, you must use version LM 1.0.4 (ATV), which is the latest version (works beautifully on any Android box).

Download: https://bit.ly/SWLMA104

Link in the first post, where it says "LAUNCHER MANAGER (Android TV)"

If the device were a Firestick, it would be LM 1.1.8 (FOS)
[Fire TV General] virtuacool:
Hi!

Did you already have LM installed, and after the update it stopped working?

Or have you never had LM installed and have only just tried to install it?
[Fire TV General] Barbuslex:
It looks like the device was reset because it asked me to restore the amazon profile after the update. So I think he sees it as a first installation.
[Fire TV General] Finnzz:
Use ADB to check if LM is there, just disabled.

pm list packages -d

If you see com.wolf.lm listed, uninstall it

pm uninstall -k com.wolf.lm

Then you try to install it again from in FireOS.
[Fire TV General] sauce rice:
Has anyone tried LM and wolf launcher on the new 4K/4K-MAX?
[Fire TV General] Gerald We:
Read Skel40 posts on Fire TV General
[Fire TV General] filsee:
@SweenWolf Launcher Manager has been blocked in 7.6.6.4 "Fire Security disabled the Launcher Manager app (com.wolf.lm) due to security risks to your device and personal data. Uninstalling this app is recommended."
[Fire TV General] filsee:
Would the best way forward may be to rename the package myself (i.e. com.wolf.lm2)?

What is an easy way to do this?

Thank you.
[Fire TV General] SwipeToWipe:
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Let us know if it works.
[Fire TV General] Barbuslex:
Totally uninstalled :S
[Fire TV General] Skel40:
Yes and it does work to confirm but removes the app due to the com.amazon.adep (AdepFOS) detecting it as a "threat" on the latest 8.1.0.1 OS.
[Fire TV General] Skel40:
This apk only edits the com.wolf.lm and only has issues with adb debugging after editing while using APK Editor Studio for Windows
[Fire TV General] Barbuslex:
It works, installed succefully ! But now i have this message (when i want enable custom launcher) :

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I have tried to toggle debugging ON/OFF... no way...
[Fire TV General] Skel40:
Thanks for testing. We're getting close. I was able to edit the package name in the AndroidManifest.xml and I have that issue too.
[Fire TV General] Barbuslex:
Yes... i can test more if you need ;)
[Fire TV General] Skel40:
I appreciate it! I just did some more tests and it still shows the adb issue. Here's the .zip containing the Launcher Manager if anyone has experience with kotlin code and would like to look into this.
[Fire TV General] filsee:
After a factory reset, Launcher Manager 1.1.8 is able to be installed and works correctly, even after all available updates (as of 2023-10-20).

Fire TV stick 4k max

Software version: Fire OS 7.6.6.4 (PS7664/3772)

Fire TV Home version: 6470113.1

It seems the security data/update is downloaded sometime after factory reset, so until that happens, Launcher Manager works.

This has been tested after multiple resets. The security data update has not happened within the first hour after reset (that's all I've tested), though the next day Launcher Manager will be disabled with a security warning.
[Fire TV General] filsee:
So far, the best method I have found to install Launcher Manager (and remap shortcut buttons) is to:

do a factory reset;

once at Home screen, turn on developer options and enable ADB debugging;

install Launcher Manager 1.1.8 via ADB;

block updates via DNS ( this method works, though private party DNS may provide security concerns - https://xdaforums.com/t/block-updates-dns-way-no-root-needed.4397079/)

1 tip for remapping shortcut buttons with Launcher Manager:

follow this guide up to step 5, though DO install during step 5, there is no need to follow the install process after step 5.

This will install another button remapper that does not work anymore, though it will prevent it from going to the Amazon app store listing for that button's app when you press the button.

https://www.aftvnews.com/how-to-remap-the-app-buttons-on-fire-tv-edition-remotes-with-remapper/
[Fire TV General] ViktorSl:
I share LM update, new features, new package-name, Amazon no detect ;)
[Fire TV General] Barbuslex:
Thanks you ! Need factory reset or not ?
[Fire TV General] Ratskull:
Thanks, would this work on the new firestick ?, when I try to install the file it’s showing up as a .Bin file, I’m using downloader and haven’t updated the firestick max 4K gen 2.

Edit. Figured it out by renaming the bin to apk in Es explorer.
[Fire TV General] SwipeToWipe:
What new features?
[Fire TV General] filsee:
UPDATE: After 4 hours, "Fire Security" disabled Launcher Manager. :(
[Fire TV General] carpet55:
Thank you very much, right now it works!!! :)

Do I need Rethink+DNS and Firewall something?

PS: Quick Review of the app: very fast and organized app with nice extra features! Very cool! Thank you for sharing!
[Fire TV General] Skel40:
Awesome! Did adb debugging go through without issues? I tried editing the package name via apk editor studio and wouldn't let adb work properly. Glad this is resolved for now
[Fire TV General] ViktorSl:
Factory reset not need. Factory reset not solve any problem for LM.

Now Amazon no block this mod. Firewall never bad idea.
[Fire TV General] Skyluker4:
Renaming it and running

adb shell pm grant $NEW_PACKAGE_NAME android.permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS
adb shell pm grant $NEW_PACKAGE_NAME android.permission.READ_LOGS

while connected to wireless adb fixed it for me, where $NEW_PACKAGE_NAME is the renamed package.
[Fire TV General] Barbuslex:
I have installed ! It work succefully for replace Stock Launcher but Stock Launcher return to default launcher after power off/on. Any idea ?
[Fire TV General] Intenti0n:
Lots of virus /malware warnings with this modded version:

VirusTotal

VirusTotal

www.virustotal.com

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[Fire TV General] ViktorSl:
I think is false warning. I share mod, not make mod. @tsynik make, he can give more information.
[Fire TV General] Intenti0n:
Can you link his original post ?
[Fire TV General] Skel40:
Great! I'm happy its working after typing that in. If I'm wrong, isn't the .apk supposed to be signed after modifying the package name?
[Fire TV General] filsee:
Trying this again with full reset, block updates via dns at first wifi connection (which results in update error message that cannot be dismissed; details on how to bypass after more testing).

Launcher Manager is working for now.

Fire TV Home Version rolled back to 6370055.1 from 6470113.1
[Fire TV General] Spamm00r:
This version works for me right now. But I guess its just a matter of time until it gets blacklisted too.

I think its better to provide a tutorial on how to change the package name and compile the apk for everyone themself. Amazon is watching this topic and will blacklist any new package name. Its better if everyone uses their own package name so that amazon can't blackist them.
[Fire TV General] Ratskull:
Does LM 1.1.8 still work with the latest 4K max gen 2 update? I’m considering updating if it does.
[Fire TV General] Spamm00r:
I followed this guide to rename the package with apktool:

How to change package name of any apk file using apktool - Tech Blogs

In this blog I will guide you how to rename the package name of any apk file. Usually this type of thing is needed when apk is related to any enterprise level feature where you want to give the same apk for different kinds of manufacture for signing purposes, or might be required for any […]

techblogs.42gears.com

Unfortunately, on installing the resulting apk file I get some certificate error.

Anyone has an proper tutorial for renaming the package without getting any errors?
[Fire TV General] alex78ita:
i really don't know why, but they never block launcher manager on my firetv 4k max. i've installed it many months ago and it always worked without block.

BUT when i use vpn connected to usa for streaming services, voilà.... launcher manager blocked.
[Fire TV General] Spamm00r:
I was thinking if you could emulate what this app does with Tasker?

I think this app intercepts an intent of the Home Button being pressed and then launches the app that you set for it.

I think this can also be achieved with Tasker. Intercept the Home Button press, and launch intent for the app you want.

FireTV Stick does not have accessibility features anymore and the Tasker plugins do not work on Fire TV but the main Tasker application can intercept intents and execute intents out of the box. So I think someone who is skilled with tasker could write a script that achieves what this app does.
[Fire TV General] xnappo:
Yes, there is a thread for that:

4K Max with Tasker to launch Wolf on Home button

Bascially this one is by xnappo but I had quite some problems to follow his guide here: https://xdaforums.com/t/app-firetv-noroot-launcher-manager-change-launcher-without-root.4176349/page-66#post-87928085 I wrote it again to make it a bit...

xdaforums.com

Note towards the end we figured out there is no need for Termux, can just use the internal adb command.
[Fire TV General] Spamm00r:
Oh that's really nice. Thanks!
[Fire TV General] xnappo:
It could really use some cleanup, but tbh I kinda don't want to make it too easy or Amazon will come after Tasker next which I absolutely need for other home theater reasons! :D
[Fire TV General] Spamm00r:
Yeah I understand. But to be honest Amazon already ruined pretty much the fun with Tasker by removing accessibility features. Tasker relies heavily on it and now we have to work around it, which is a pain in the ass. Im only playing around with FireTV because I bought one cheap several years ago. But without rooting and now even without accessibility features , the usability is extremely limited. I wont be buying an FireTV again.
[Fire TV General] xnappo:
Yeah, I actually do a lot with LogCat though, like sending different projector settings depending on the video type (HDR/SDR/DOVI/HDR10+). Plus I also made an on-screen UI for light controls etc. using scenes..
[Fire TV General] Barbuslex:
I have tried but like with this commands... after restart stock launcher is the default launcher but home button is mapped on wolf launcher.
[Fire TV General] MrTooPhone:
I had a lot of challenges getting LM 1.0.4 (ATV) to work on my .ONN box. I found it easier just to manually launch WL on .ONN
[Fire TV General] CuF:
I tried a second time today and this works fine on my Android TV. The Google Home page has a side panel that opens when you long-press home. That seems to be disabled with this app.

Is there a way to re-enable the side panel?