yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Android Themes] hackdroid.net:
changing the apps on the homescreen

I found so much useful information from your thread and i wanted to thank you for sharing so much but i do have one main question i cant seem to find any information about anywhere. when you are making your own custom rom how do you change the default apps in the dock on the bottom of the homescreen. usually contains default internet browser, text messaging, phone, and contacts. i replaced both the default internet browser and the mms application and need to pin them in the dock on the homescreen but cant figure it out. im assuming its either in the launcher trebuchet.apk or in framework-res.apk but cant seem to find what to change to change my custom apps. im thinking about just renaming the apk files in the system/app directory to match the old default apps but im not sure if that would work either and would rather do it a different way. any information that you could share about this im sure would be extremely helpful thank you very much.
[Android Themes] matthew0776:
Looking for some help in getting rid of the blueish little rectangle above user email. Any help would be appreciated...thanks in advance
[Android Themes] Merche300:
They can put the links of the email reversed?

Enviado desde mi Nexus 5 mediante Tapatalk
[Android Themes] abadan:
really thanks!
[Android Themes] Vorion:
Wow.. Thanks a Lot
[Android Themes] minimog123:
anyone knows how to take a lockscreen in another ROM and use it for another roms?
[Android Themes] pocthird:
it is cool to do a lot of that directly on android , there is a version (port?) of apktool to android with which you can compile and decompile directly on android whithout the need of a computer : https://code.google.com/p/apktool/

my favorite code editer on android is "quoda" look for it on play store :D , btw nice guide thank you .
[Android Themes] luka_luka:
for simple design use android asset studio
[Android Themes] dotzip.:
if its just images do a image swap otherwise your gonna have to edit the samli files as well as the xml files
[Android Themes] gemer45a:
If I want to change the lockscreen from swipe to zip style?
[Android Themes] dotzip.:
not really familiar with zip style but if it is totally different then what u have then yes smali an xml
[Android Themes] gemer45a:
Which other way can we change the lockscreen apart from using a .zip file?
[Android Themes] dotzip.:
oh zip file I'm guessing u have some kind of mod that changes the lock screen just flash in recovery or write your own not really understanding the question
[Android Themes] gemer45a:
I'm using the sense 5 lockscreen style and I want to change it so is it possible to do that through a flashable zip or is that another way to do that? I don't have a mod but I have an update binary and script which I want to input commands to change the lockscreen style of my sensation which runs on ViperS C2 5.1.0.
[Android Themes] dotzip.:
why not just install a launcher with a lock screen u like your questions are to vague for me to help
[Android Themes] gemer45a:
Ok, I will try that, just that I like the sense 5 with BlinkFeed but thanks anyway
[Android Themes] vazxtrm:
thnx for this detailed tut
[Android Themes] kushman:
status bar

anyone know of a good app themed good to match a miui or cm i mean te status bar and pulldown bar to have diff icon for wifi and what not also if no a very heavy themed stock one for sgs5 sprint
[Android Themes] gjpalathingal:
Thanks for the tutorial.
[Android Themes] 22sl22:
RE: DeskClock theming

Hi,

I was wondering if anyone could help me. I'm trying to theme the stock clock app on SimRom on my Nexus 4 and make it full holo white with white background. I have decompiled 2 apps, one which is fully themed with white background and one which is normal. I can't just install the themed one because it's not compatible so I need to know what files to edit in order for it to be themed. Iv'e already done some stuff in colors.xml but i'm not sure what other files to edit. Any help would be great :good:
[Android Themes] dotzip.:
scroll to bottom of page this might help you out

http://teamblackoutapps.m.webs.com
[Android Themes] dirt:
looks like lots of good info here. I'll definitely be reading more as I attempt to learn to theme.

tapatalked from my california Custom chrome at&t s4
[Android Themes] TheArc:
Having a problem

So currently, I am using QuickMod to decompile my .apk's.

It's pretty much apktool but automated.

I have a problem when compiling framework-res.apk

What I've done, I have installed every resource needed. I can decompile and compile loads of things, even the SystemUI.apk

But the problem is with the framework-res.apk only. I was annoyed because I had thought that I must've done something wrong.

But after decompiling the original cyanogenmod11 framework-res.apk I waited a few seconds, then compiled it. But I get an error.

1 file(s) copied.
W: Could not find sources
I: Checking whether resources has changed...
I: Building resources...
invalid resource directory name: C:\Users\Lenovo\Desktop\Cm\tools\..\working\framework-res.apk\res/values-mcc310-mnc-1
invalid resource directory name: C:\Users\Lenovo\Desktop\Cm\tools\..\working\framework-res.apk\res/values-mcc450-mnc-1
Exception in thread "main" brut.androlib.AndrolibException: brut.androlib.AndrolibException: brut.common.BrutException: cou
ld not exec command: [aapt, p, --min-sdk-version, 19, --target-sdk-version, 19, -F, C:\Users\Lenovo\AppData\Local\Temp\APKT
OOL7143583393741241046.tmp, -x, -0, arsc, -S, C:\Users\Lenovo\Desktop\Cm\tools\..\working\framework-res.apk\res, -M, C:\Use
rs\Lenovo\Desktop\Cm\tools\..\working\framework-res.apk\AndroidManifest.xml]
at brut.androlib.Androlib.buildResourcesFull(Androlib.java:358)
at brut.androlib.Androlib.buildResources(Androlib.java:283)
at brut.androlib.Androlib.build(Androlib.java:206)
at brut.androlib.Androlib.build(Androlib.java:176)
at brut.apktool.Main.cmdBuild(Main.java:228)
at brut.apktool.Main.main(Main.java:79)
Caused by: brut.androlib.AndrolibException: brut.common.BrutException: could not exec command: [aapt, p, --min-sdk-version,
19, --target-sdk-version, 19, -F, C:\Users\Lenovo\AppData\Local\Temp\APKTOOL7143583393741241046.tmp, -x, -0, arsc, -S, C:\
Users\Lenovo\Desktop\Cm\tools\..\working\framework-res.apk\res, -M, C:\Users\Lenovo\Desktop\Cm\tools\..\working\framework-r
es.apk\AndroidManifest.xml]
at brut.androlib.res.AndrolibResources.aaptPackage(AndrolibResources.java:357)
at brut.androlib.Androlib.buildResourcesFull(Androlib.java:336)
... 5 more
Caused by: brut.common.BrutException: could not exec command: [aapt, p, --min-sdk-version, 19, --target-sdk-version, 19, -F
, C:\Users\Lenovo\AppData\Local\Temp\APKTOOL7143583393741241046.tmp, -x, -0, arsc, -S, C:\Users\Lenovo\Desktop\Cm\tools\..\
working\framework-res.apk\res, -M, C:\Users\Lenovo\Desktop\Cm\tools\..\working\framework-res.apk\AndroidManifest.xml]
at brut.util.OS.exec(OS.java:89)
at brut.androlib.res.AndrolibResources.aaptPackage(AndrolibResources.java:355)
... 6 more

ERROR, CHECK THE LOG
Press any key to continue . . .

Could anyone help me out?
[Android Themes] juandiii:
I want changed app name ? How to change name app.?
[Android Themes] lacoursiere18:
Your error is here:

C:\Users\Lenovo\Desktop\Cm\tools\..\working\framework-res.apk\res/[COLOR="Red"]values-mcc310-mnc-1[/COLOR]

apktool is saying it is a "invalid resource directory name" so try deleting that folder and then recompile..
[Android Themes] TheArc:
[MENTION=5056266]lacoursiere18[/MENTION] thanks for the reply, but you were a bit late there :p the post was old.
[Android Themes] lacoursiere18:
Haha my bad.. Just bored..Just browsing this morning to see if I can help anyone:rolleyes:
[Android Themes] TheArc:
Aha no problem! Glad to see people still helping out on this thread! :)
[Android Themes] arun483:
Great theme development thread (Y) thanks
[Android Themes] wes1099:
What do I do to put a custom carrier logo in a theme? Can I jut put the .png file in the res/drawable-hdpi folder and choose it in theme manager?
[Android Themes] abdulaziz87:
Thanks

Thanks!
[Android Themes] Vivek_Neel:
Pls don't quote the op.

Instead of saying thanks you should hit that in op.?

And help some members with your useful post in your q&a section of your mobile.
[Android Themes] simbilli:
Can I change the statusbar color for diffrent apps ?like HTC sense 6 And android L. Pink on message, green on music etc.
[Android Themes] Weasel00:
Thanks for all your help!!! If I did shave my head I would have pulled it all out by now.

Jared
[Android Themes] theimpaler747:
No problem man, I'm on it :)
[Android Themes] Weasel00:
I am afraid this is a compile (or decompile) problem. I decompiled vending.apk and then immediatly recomiled. I still get the same result. I just don't understand what I could be doing wrong that would cause this.

Jared
[Android Themes] theimpaler747:
You may not have something set up right.... I'm going to try it with the change first and then see how it goes.
[Android Themes] theimpaler747:
Ok, try this, should be themed and pink. If it works, we'll go from there. If not, we'll go from there :p :D
[Android Themes] Breakthecycle2:
OK, I have a question. I have installed apktool successfully, but now I have a question. I am trying to change the attached color scheme. All I want to do, is change the colors from the mutli colored scheme to a one color scheme..one yellow and the other purple. Once I decompile the apk, where do I change the color??
[Android Themes] theimpaler747:
That depends on the apk, it may be an XML, a png, or some smali. ;)
[Android Themes] Weasel00:
That did not work for me.

Jared
[Android Themes] Breakthecycle2:
That's the thing. When I decompiled it, I found multiple locations, but I do not know which or how many I need to change. Can someone take a look at the attached apk and please point me in the right direction?
[Android Themes] theimpaler747:
Did it FC? What was wrong?
[Android Themes] theimpaler747:
I can try to take a look a bit later :)
[Android Themes] Breakthecycle2:
Whenever you can! I would greatly appreciate it!!
[Android Themes] theimpaler747:
It's no problem man :D What exactly are you trying to change? The color on the nexus one?
[Android Themes] Breakthecycle2:
Yeah, the "light trails". I want two seperate solid ones rather then the multi colored ones. I would like one with yellow lights and one with just purple lights.
[Android Themes] Weasel00:
It fc for me.

Jared
[Android Themes] theimpaler747:
Will do, I'll take a look

Try this one...
[Android Themes] Weasel00:
I am sad to say that this is not working either...still fc.

Jared
[Android Themes] theimpaler747:
Very odd, never had this issue before, I'll keep working on it. What phone do you have?
[Android Themes] Weasel00:
HTC Desire CDMA. What are you using to decompile and recompile the apk?

Jared
[Android Themes] theimpaler747:
APK tool. Here you go, try this one.
[Android Themes] Jianbin Li:
Very useful, thanks!
[Android Themes] sharknaruto92:
Very useful thanks
[Android Themes] AvatarOfFrost:
Can anyone tell me why I get this message when trying to de-compile this theme? I have the latest QuickMod Tool. Other apk's seem decompile fine.

I: Baksmaling...

I: Loading resource table...

I: Loaded.

I: Decoding AndroidManifest.xml with resources...

I: Loading resource table from file: C:\Users\Cris\apktool\framework\1.apk

I: Loaded.

I: Regular manifest package...

I: Decoding file-resources...

I: Decoding values */* XMLs...

I: Loading resource table from file: C:\Users\Cris\apktool\framework\127.apk

I: Loaded.

Exception in thread "main" brut.androlib.err.UndefinedResObject: resource spec: 0x7f100025

at brut.androlib.res.data.ResPackage.getResSpec(ResPackage.java:61)

at brut.androlib.res.data.ResTable.getResSpec(ResTable.java:58)

at brut.androlib.res.data.ResTable.getResSpec(ResTable.java:54)

at brut.androlib.res.data.value.ResReferenceValue.getReferent(ResReferenceValue.java:62)

at brut.androlib.res.data.value.ResReferenceValue.encodeAsResXml(ResReferenceValue.java:46)

at brut.androlib.res.data.value.ResScalarValue.encodeAsResXmlAttr(ResScalarValue.java:44)

at brut.androlib.res.data.value.ResStyleValue.serializeToResValuesXml(ResStyleValue.java:48)

at brut.androlib.res.AndrolibResources.generateValuesFile(AndrolibResources.java:440)

at brut.androlib.res.AndrolibResources.decode(AndrolibResources.java:243)

at brut.androlib.Androlib.decodeResourcesFull(Androlib.java:115)

at brut.androlib.ApkDecoder.decode(ApkDecoder.java:114)

at brut.apktool.Main.cmdDecode(Main.java:146)

at brut.apktool.Main.main(Main.java:77)
[Android Themes] deuce_biggins:
What do you mean by "decompile this theme"? It looks as though you don't have the correct framework to whatever it is you're trying to decompile. It's looking for a resource that isn't there
[Android Themes] AvatarOfFrost:
I just meant the apk i am trying to decompile is a CM theme.

I already installed cm11 framework.
[Android Themes] lacoursiere18:
Looks like you need to install something else.. Like SystemUI.apk as well..

It says here:

Exception in thread "main" brut.androlib.err.UndefinedResObject: resource spec: 0x7f100025

0x7 resource id's are usually apps
[Android Themes] hoolie:
Hi,

Not sure if this is the correct topic, but i ll try.

I am a newbe to making themes but i have a short question.

I finally found a theme that i like, but there is one thing that i dont like.

The text when typing, is lightgrey (not good to see). Is there a way to change this??

TIA!!
[Android Themes] parkerj7uc:
Depending on the apk you csn decompile go to res/colors.xml and look for search "textcolor" and change the hex code. Now it should tell you what the textcolor is for so pay attention to detail. If it's not in colors.xml search around in different xml files useing "textcolor". Notepad++ is an awesome tool.

http://i.imgur.com/0OBoXTC.jpg
[Android Themes] jettimadhu:
Thanks guys.

Now I understood how to use the tools which you all mentioned.
[Android Themes] andr0id3r:
Amazing...

Thanks a lot guys....
[Android Themes] Teeppeeess:
Very useful, I bookmark this
[Android Themes] official.xian:
Just came here for some theming tips, but this link is in danger of being permanently gone. Drive claims that the document is in its owner's trash folder and will be deleted soon. I made a copy so as not to lose a valuable resource. Here is a link to the copy that Google made for me (it's the same exact document). The Ultimate Theming Guide.

---------- Post added at 06:00 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:47 PM ----------

When using GIMP is there an easy way to edit the colormap? Or any way to speed up editing images using GIMP? Currently I open the image, maximize the window, hit Ctrl+Shift+J to fit the image to the window, set color mode to RGB (I do it somewhat quickly by hitting Alt+I, M, R), edit the image, export it using Ctrl+E, make it overwrite, hit Enter 3 times, close the window discarding changes, open a new image, repeat. Having batch commands would make things much easier. Like being able to select a bunch if images and quickly set them to RGB, and have images automatically open maximized and filling the window. Any one have any ideas? Thanks in advance.
[Android Themes] sophisticatedjoker:
thanx man!! your advanced decompiling section helped me!

keep doing the good work

btw can you help me with something?:confused:
[Android Themes] PaulTehGreat:
Thank you, mates, you helped me a lot.
[Android Themes] SXUsr:
Some info at these links can help...
[Android Themes] VelidE.:
Thanks for all :)
[Android Themes] mash4077fan:
I have a note 3 and when i go to contacts there is a list to the right with the alphabet so you can pick where you want to go, well with the rom i am running where the letter m should be there is a dot and i was wondering where i could go and change that. i am familiar with themeing and i know how to use apktool. i am not a pro but i maybe if someone pointed me in the right direction maybe i can do it. thanks
[Android Themes] tpike:
Go north mash XD
[Android Themes] starbucks2010:
Hello,

I'm using a SG Note Edge with Stock, rooted and deodexed 4.4.4 and I would like to change the Settings and Contacts background from color to a custom picture.

Can someone tell me how can I do it?

Thank you in advance.
[Android Themes] simbilli:
<item name="android:windowBackground">@drawable/your_png_file"</item>

Just add this under theme

Not sure Thats what I remember :)
[Android Themes] 1234himanshu:
Great guide
[Android Themes] [[EU]Tomas]:
Hello, link to the general tutorial does not work, which is posted in #1
[Android Themes] xhacker:
Can some one guide me how can i make this notification panel blur effet i juste find how to change it into transparent one
[Android Themes] side:
is there any way to change the icons INSIDE facebook ? :/ ...

i have some basic theme skills but cant figure it out
[Android Themes] KuaQ:
Just decompile and edit facebook app
[Android Themes] side:
i want to do it with my theme.not edited facebook app
[Android Themes] simbilli:
You wont recompile it. Decompile facebook app and find what icons you want to change from /res folder. And copy it to your theme /assets/overlays
[Android Themes] side:
can u be more specific please
[Android Themes] simbilli:
of course.

- First you need to decompile what app you want to theme.

- After decompile find .png or .xml files on /res.

- Then create a folder in /assets/overlays with package name of the app you want to theme.

- Create another folder inside /assets/overlays/<package_name> with name "res"

- Create another folder inside /assets...../res. For example you modified a file which is at /drawable-xxhdpi. So name it like the same

- Copy which files you modified in /assets..../res/drawable-xxhdpi incase you modified an xxhdpi

Hope this can help you
[Android Themes] DROIDRAZ:
Where can I find the color values for system dialogs such as sound popup, power menu, and the starting apps dialog when you clear cache? I am trying to mod touxhwiz
[Android Themes] CresentChaos:
Thank you for the Guide ^-^
[Android Themes] Umang96:
My guide to theme SystemUI, hope it helps :)

http://xdaforums.com/android/themes/guide-theming-android-systemui-t3053666
[Android Themes] Z3LF:
Thanks for tips! :good:
[Android Themes] Mashhood shahid:
s6 keyboard dpi

I changed my note 3's dpi from 480 to 400.....and now s6 keyboard got shrunken as shown in below pic....

Any way to mod s6 keyboard's dpi to match my changed phone's dpi ?

what xml files should i edit after decompiling s6 keyboard ?
[Android Themes] ViniciusAlves:
Awesome

Nice, Thanks for help
[Android Themes] fluster84:
Thank you everyone for this comprehensive guide :)
[Android Themes] BIG_FAN:
wow this is very good thanks man :good:
[Android Themes] AakashKaushal98:
Which tools are required for development of themes (cm12.1) , using windows os...
[Android Themes] Primokorn:
http://xdaforums.com/android/themes/guide-getting-started-theming-cm12-t3006339
[Android Themes] AakashKaushal98:
I am using windows , after extracting framework.res which toool I need to make theme for cm12 ..I do not know much about these but I want to try to make cm12 theme ...plzzz list out all the tools which I need for development of themes of cm12...
[Android Themes] Primokorn:
Follow the mentioned guide. All tools are already listed.
[Android Themes] oldblackstone:
very helpful guide
[Android Themes] ReadReadz:
Deleted
[Android Themes] mash4077fan:
I am trying to do my own rom and I have the dialer set up pretty good but I am having trouble changing the white background to black. I have looked for images and through xml and so far no luck. I am running a Sprint phone running 4.4.2 KitKat. If someone can please give me a hint I would greatly appreciate it.
[Android Themes] deepen saha:
urgent Help

I m a new bee to themeing world

currently i have started building up a theme , i have been facing problem with themeing the settings->mobile networks section :confused:

the other parts of settings.apk have been themed except the settings->mobile networks part

i am confused which file should i edit to theme settings->mobile networks part

:confused::confused:

i am using temaseks rom with cm12 theme engine

below i have attached the screenshot of section which i want to theme
[Android Themes] deepen saha:
thank you
[Android Themes] _moelle:
hey there, i am working on a "full-white" kind of iOS like theme. therefor i want to change the theme.devicedefault to theme.material.light. ...(in combination with theme.material.light.darkactionbar set to light actionbar theme) ...its working fine, only titanium backup is making trouble cause of its hardcoded white text. - now my question:

how can i exclude an app generally by all global theme styles? (if it is possible)

i didnt found a real theme style inside titanoums style.xml so i have no clue how this would be even possible.
[Android Themes] Nicolae-Daniel:
if you are refering to the sliders then you should edit /android
[Android Themes] Artieman:
Thank you

This post rocks. Thank you!
[Android Themes] mash4077fan:
I need help this one image is driving me crazy, can someone please tell me where I can find that background image so I can change it from white to black. Maybe someone knows what that white border is called so I can change the image or xml. I feel like I have gone through all the images so I am really thinking it is a xml I am looking for.
[Android Themes] maykelsaad:
you must learn use same program like photoshop :o
[Android Themes] Source_Free:
Thank you :laugh:
[Android Themes] Jertlok:
Hi Guys, i hope you can guide me. I'm planning to make a Dark Theme for the Latest N910F (Galaxy Note 4 International Version) Firmware. I have found really hard to find the precise values to modify, Touchwiz has really lot of values... Is there a tool that can allow me to see what values should i modify?

For example like a debugger that tells me what string a text uses, or a background... So an Android Graphic Debugger :D

Thanks in advance ! :)
[Android Themes] bittooshubham:
Awesome guide. .helped me a lot
[Android Themes] shunreizei:
cool! thanks! :good:
[Android Themes] souvikultimate:
Thanks great information.
[Android Themes] M4M1K:
How to change the window transition animations? Some CM11 themes have different animations. How to change it?

Holding the whole Galaxy in my hand.
[Android Themes] EricaP2593:
Thank you so much for this guide. It's very helpful.
[Android Themes] JCott:
Nice stuff! Been looking around for something like this.. Cheers!
[Android Themes] murtazamemon:
themes

I have lenovo a828t how do i install themes ?
[Android Themes] svcongnghe:
App Free

App Lock Screen stype Iphone and Snow Animation

Download with app: com.jennifer.keypad
[Android Themes] LDL-:
tjs a lot fore this Guide, very useful...

:good:

.
[Android Themes] akos28:
Why would a beginner need this stuff? If you have Sony mobile you can use Xperia theme creator which is simple, clean and fast. You can create your own theme without sucking around codes
[Android Themes] MJPollard:
Because not everyone has a Sony mobile device running Sony's stock ROM? Beyond that tiny little wrinkle, though, it's like buying a jar of spaghetti sauce at the store versus making your own sauce from scratch. The former may be quicker and easier, but the latter is much more satisfying (and you get to make it exactly the way you want it, with your own personal touches).
[Android Themes] zelendel:
Why would you be on this site at all then?
[Android Themes] Jertlok:
Can you make a full dark theme for my Note 4 with that? Thanks :P
[Android Themes] akos28:
There's no need for anger and misunderstanding. I just wanted to be clear. There are alternative ways of theme making. Any other system modification (rooting, flashing etc...) requires skills and a little knowledge of the topic I guess.

A beginner would find it almost impossibble to follow this guide and succeed. Therefore I would stick for an "easy to use" application. If I want dark background or any other system modifications I rely on the people who have the skills and knowledge of creating them.