yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Android Themes] xlok1x:
Here is one of my attempts.

Background was made from scratch (with the exception of the android logo). If anyone wants the background without my icons embedded on it (it's larger & scrollable) I'll upload it.

I know I could have just made icons, but I like the way I made it embedded in the background with the honeycomb cut outs around each word.

I'll custom make one (with the same background) for the two people to reply to this post. Must be using launcherpro.

Information I need:

1) List of 10 apps you want (in order)

2) List of docked items you want (in order)

Also, my first post, yay!
[Android Themes] plugged_in_now:
Haha, it wasn't too bad, maybe I will make this wallpaper in my coming tutorial. Funny thing about photoshop is that is actually a really easy program to use, but you have to know how to use it :) There were parts of that background I had to look up stuff for it, so don't think that I'm a genius, anyone can do it.

So I have applied this to my phone with all the ninja shortcuts and its so weird, it just feels naked, so it'll take some getting used to but I really like it! Everyone should do it!
[Android Themes] s15274n:
Not many people have such a quality first post.
[Android Themes] s15274n:
If any of you guys use Trigger, I posted one for his rom in the OP.

EDIT:

ALSO WANTED TO KNOW, how do I save all the icons I have as ONE layer, so I can just swap out the background image?

I know nothing, so right now I am recreating the icons on every wallpaper... sucks.
[Android Themes] beardedspoooon:
I would save a template (.ps or whatever it is) before you merge any layers (just in case you want to change out icons later, need to mess with spacing, and so on).

Then just export as .png or whatever once you have it setup and it should be easy to make tweaks as needed.

layer 1: background

layer 2: dropshadow for icon 1

layer 3: icon 1

layer 4: dropshadow for icon 2

layer 5: icon 2

ad infinitum

edit: merge the shadow layer with the appropriate icon :)
[Android Themes] plugged_in_now:
Select all of the icon layers (press control + click the layer) so you highlight each of the layers that you want to be in the same layer and then right click any one of those and select merge layers
[Android Themes] s15274n:
Okay... I think I can handle that, but what if I needed to swap out icons like the prev poster stated.... I don't follow that part, would be nice to swap them out too.
[Android Themes] beardedspoooon:
Do like I said, then, when you have everything the way you like, do what the other guy said. :)
[Android Themes] plugged_in_now:
Yeah then I would just save the main file that is going to your phone as "Save for Web & Device" (Ctrl+Alt+Shift+S) keep the transparency and make it PNG-24, those are basically all the options you'll need there. So do that, save it as a particular file. This shouldn't disrupt your layers they will still be all separate. Then do a "Save As" and make it a PSD which will save all the layers separately, save it to a different spot then and you'll be able to go back and edit them how you'll like later.

No merging required :)
[Android Themes] s15274n:
That answer sounds amazing, but my head is in shock from Day 1 with photoshop already. I think I am going to hold off until tomorrow in an effort to not F up haha. Thank you guys for the info, very helpful.
[Android Themes] beardedspoooon:
For when you get started for the day...

Now, this is gimp, but should be similar in photoshop. At this point, I would save your .psd (you see how the icons are on separate layers, meant to name the gmail layer gmail). This way, you can move the icons around, delete them, and so on.

Once you have it like you like, just export as .png or .jpg so that you still have your .psd for changing the wallpaper layer later on.
[Android Themes] IuNlockeM:
anyway to do this with launcher pro?? what do i need? kinda lost :/
[Android Themes] s15274n:
^ sure you can. All that is required is a wallpaper with icons/text.... then you move an app over than icon on your background.. then you change the icon. I showed how to do it with ADW... pretty sure LP lets you change icons too, but if not you could use an app like BetterCut
[Android Themes] IuNlockeM:
problem is when your screen is set to rotate...then icon wouldn't work :/
[Android Themes] jambamkin:
Presumably a live wallpaper could be used to give a touch effect, ie. Glow, although I've not seen one that can launch apps so the transparent icons would still need to be used.

Sent from my DHD
[Android Themes] plugged_in_now:
Then you have to put multiple icons up according to where the screen rotates and your background icons move to. Make sense?
[Android Themes] s15274n:
Exactly. Me and a bud already decided we would try and do this with a lwp. Would be amazing.
[Android Themes] o0adam0o:
Wow that looks awesome! Share it when u are done please :D
[Android Themes] imaj46:
woow very cool!!
[Android Themes] s15274n:
Here is my latest. I am going to change to this icon layout, I believe.

Let me know if anyone wants the full image, didnt post it b/c of it's size.
[Android Themes] rel500:
i am... looks nice
[Android Themes] beardedspoooon:
Here's one I put together that someone can use if they like.

http://www.dropbox.com/gallery/22683305/1/Wallpaper?h=00cb46

You should be able to fit a minimaltext clock widget and a minimaltext battery widget in the hexes at the top of the wallpaper.

The font used is the droid font. I think the white text stands out too much, should have given it some blur or something.

edit: In ADW, use a 10x10 grid and hide the main dock to expand the desktop, hide the notification bar.
[Android Themes] s15274n:
^ Dude, that is SICK!
[Android Themes] beardedspoooon:
Thanks. :)

An idea that I had is sitting in my dropbox now, based on my current main screen on my droid. I'm thinking of replacing the ghosts with 8-bit icons representing the various functions.
[Android Themes] s15274n:
My latest wallpaper (havent tested, phone is charging... icons should be about right (5x5)
[Android Themes] plugged_in_now:
Ok my photoshop tutorial is live! Its all about helping you make your icons look even better when making these ninja app backgrounds. Ask any questions you may have on here or at twitter - www.twitter.com/jordanfritzsche

[YOUTUBE]9IAjPzzgWkI[/YOUTUBE]

You probably wanna watch in HD to see the wording and details, enjoy!
[Android Themes] mustangboy88:
Thanks plugged. Glad this is taking off. This project has really made me venture farther into Photoshop.

Sent from my CyanoSavaged Supersonic
[Android Themes] s15274n:
plugged, awesome video man. I guess I know what I will be doing when I get home... great job with the video. Very much appreciated. Hope this helps others get going.
[Android Themes] s15274n:
Here is another one...
[Android Themes] TecknoFreak:
Ok guys, I was a bit bore and start doing some custom images. I did one here for who ever like it can use it. i think I did it a bit too small but looks good for my needs. I will try to do more as time allow me to. :D

http://i51.tinypic.com/6ro4k7.jpg

Just to mention Im not the best designer but like to try stuff. lol Was made in about 1hr
[Android Themes] s15274n:
Dude, that looks amazing... seriously, well done.
[Android Themes] TecknoFreak:
Thank you mate,

It looks great on the vibrant since it have amore screen. The bright spots looks really amazing. I will try to do more but put them here as PSD files so everyone can edit.
[Android Themes] HRodMusic:
i havent done photoshop in soo long! i might actually give this a shot! looks soo fun!
[Android Themes] TecknoFreak:
Ok guys since I ahed some help getting up my vibrant up and running the way I want it, I did another wallpaper for your devices. You guys might have to edit the dimensions for your likes.

Demo

It have 12 Buttons and the center Droid can be use to open the apps or as home

I will include the PSD for any edits you guys want. All you guys need to do is add your own icons to fit each glass ball.

I will keep doing when ever time allow me too. Im currently working on few bootanimations That Im sure many will like.

Just to add a bit more, psd file ismuch bigger with better quality them the demo.

Enjoy my 3 hrs of work as a pay off for the helped received here on this forum
[Android Themes] s15274n:
Looking good. Here is one I made last night, using icons from nixxez - Courue (link to icons).
[Android Themes] bnielsen40:
Beach themed.

The different items are my icons - bottle=sms, net=web (get it?..."net"...clever, no? haha), key=development tools, and the ring is my wife's speeddial.

I'm loving this ninja app idea!

(And I threw up my new lockscreen, only because I love it and have to show it off :D)
[Android Themes] s15274n:
haha, well done man. I dig the beach thing. Could you post the wallpaper so I can try it out?
[Android Themes] bnielsen40:
Thanks buddy! Here's the wallpaper:

I was going for only one homescreen since I use Swipepad for my other frequently used apps, so that's why it's only 800x480.
[XPERIA X10 Themes and Apps] adamwilliams:
Sorry to bother everyone but I am being a bit simple with regards to adding any email addresses into the to section of an email in k9. We are currently using windows live mail and I want to be able to download the whole of my gal to my phone so I can use it without having to remember email addresses

Sent from my delorean using a flux capacitor....great scott
[EVO Shift 4G General] t.tracy:
I recently got the Evo Shift and see that it can be used as a Wifi Hotspot. This would come in handy but not handy enough to pay Sprint 30 bucks a month extra. Is anyone aware of a way to use the Hotspot without rooting my phone and without paying?
[EVO Shift 4G General] danaff37:
Nope. Pay up or root. Only options.
[EVO Shift 4G General] crump84:
You can temp root and use wireless tether app
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nick1217:
sent my vibrant in, and it came back unrooted and stock ka6. I rooted my phone with oneclickroot and installed clockwork recovery through rom manager. When i boot into recovery in brings me to stock 3e recovery. I even pressed reinstall packages and it says " E:Failed to open /mnt/internal_sd/update.zip (No such file or directory) signature varification failed, installation aborted.)
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nomadrider123:
Do you have the update.zip on the root of your internal sd card?
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nick1217:
i rooted it using oneclickroot and then downloaded rom manager. i pressed flash clockworkmod and tried booting into recovery but its just stock 3e recovery
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ZachLL88:
You might need the modified 3e thays posted on the dev section. Should.be on the front page
[XPERIA X10 Themes and Apps] cjsabaki:
Here is a quick link to several CM7 themes for the t-mobile theme chooser...These are apk files.... Use root explorer or astro to select them on the sd card and they will then automatically install in the theme selector gallery!!

AGAIN, NOT MY WORK, JUST SHARING!!!

ALSO SEARCH ANDROID MARKET, KEY WORD CM7, They have added about 5 new themes!!!!

Best regards,

Chris

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=948109

And a direct from CYANOGENMOD'S Forum too below!!

http://forum.cyanogenmod.com/topic/...m7++theme++chooser__fromsearch__1#entry153382

Link to FONT REVOLUTION XDA - flashable font packs!!!! CHANGE YOUR SCRIPT.......

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=587897

ALSO - App called absolute system tool, lets u change fonts, boot animation, file explorer app, well worth the money!!!!
[XPERIA X10 Themes and Apps] alankstiyo:
just have a doubt will these themes work on our rom? i mean 1st link is from evo forum not sure if it's the same
[XPERIA X10 Themes and Apps] cjsabaki:
so far all the t-mobile theme chooser themes have worked..... i have tried 13 so far, they are supposed to work on any cm7... with the theme chooser... now i can say the cm7 zip style flashable themes.... i have found 3 the did not work!!

Sent from my X10i TripNMiUI using the XDA mobile application powered by Tapatalk
[XPERIA X10 Themes and Apps] cjsabaki:
if you like lots of color in your notification bar and all over your apps, dialer, keyboard, ect..... try the " urban " theme!!! its pretty cool with the right wallpaper!!!

Sent from my X10 CM7 TripNRaVeR using the XDA mobile application powered by Tapatalk

Edit, added screens of the URBAN theme installed on Trip's CM7 ROM.

Using absolute system app for the font changes!!!! Great little app - file server, ad blocker, font changer, boot animation changer all rolled up in one!!! Worth the money!!!
[XPERIA X10 Themes and Apps] cjsabaki:
Delete.....added screenshots........
[Android Apps and Games] bobbyelliott:
I'm looking for an app that sends a voicemail to someone. I don't want to talk to them, just send a voicemail. Is there an app for this?
[Android Apps and Games] zeppelinrox:
What if they pick up the phone?
[Android Apps and Games] Pneuma1985:
I dont think thats possible since most voicemails are a service and the actual voicemails are on there servers most of the time... Not exactly sure but I'm pretty sure thats how it works!
[Android Apps and Games] UntamedDeviance:
Don't know how promising it looks, but here is an app with 2 1/2 stars

https://market.android.com/details?id=org.nyquil.slydialer
[Android Apps and Games] UntamedDeviance:
Free one, as a trial

https://market.android.com/details?id=com.mobile_sphere&feature=search_result
[Android Apps and Games] bobbyelliott:
Thanks. That app is US only. I live in the UK.
[Dell Streak 7] vistalawn:
I just had a notification on my streak 7 that a dell software update was available. Though when I opened it up it said the same no updates... :confused:
[Dell Streak 7] chamberc:
Same here, message comes up every time you reboot it... just started today.
[Dell Streak 7] illdill:
Me too :( Wonder what's up.
[Dell Streak 7] chamberc:
Whatever it is, it won't be anything major. Honeycomb won't come until at least July according to Dell's "roadmap".
[Dell Streak 7] vistalawn:
i think we can all agree that even if it is only a release to increase stability, it will be welcomed gratefully. :D
[Dell Streak 7] jiwengang:
I am so happy to see this post here as I was suspecting my system giving me more **** by flagging false update notice EVERYTIME i reboot the phone...

I just uninstalled the bloatware AccuWeather last night, so I thought it was because of that...

anyways,

whatever updates from dell should be welcomed, I guess.
[Dell Streak 7] Hellzya:
I dont get this message?

Sent from my Dell Streak 7
[Dell Streak 7] jiwengang:
Called their tech support.

No updates scheduled.....
[Dell Streak 7] Hellzya:
Ya I just rebooted my s7 no notifications here. Guys with the streak are getting the same thing. Wierd

Sent from my Dell Streak
[Dell Streak 7] bogdi1988:
Got the same thing also... Clicked on the notification but no update.
[Dell Streak 7] Hellzya:
Anybody running steves perfmod .2 recieve the update notification?

Sent from my Dell Streak 7
[Dell Streak 7] bogdi1988:
I did
[Dell Streak 7] Hellzya:
Wierd man i didnt get nothing.

Sent from my Dell Streak 7
[Dell Streak 7] chamberc:
What ever was causing it seems to be gone now- I don't get the message when I reboot now.
[Dell Streak 7] illdill:
Yes, I have Steve's updates and I got the notification. It seems to have stopped now.
[Dell Streak 7] bogdi1988:
maybe dell was doing a mass 'testing' of the devices on the field and an update is in the near future? :-s
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] skullreapper66:
just last night i flashed the CM7 beta for the vibrant. this morning i get a message from Tmo stating that my address had been changed. i did not do this. logging into the Tmo website, all of my info is unavailable. my bill is always paid on time.

so my question is could they know?

or is this some thing else entirely
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jrharvey:
Not that I know of.
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dlee2703:
I don't think so. Maybe is a glitch in Tmo's system
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] skullreapper66:
im sure its just a coincidence. needed som reassurance
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xriderx66:
Actually they probably do know, but wtf are they gonna do about it
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] oka1:
If they stated that "your address had been changed" That usually means your home address. They would then freeze the account to protect your identity. This is normal procedure with phone companies and any other company where you can charge things to an account.

SO you know, it is not unlawful or against ant policy to customize a phone, you bought it it is yours so you do not have to worry. That Supreme court case was settled couple of years ago. What people worry about is when they mess up the phone and then, want to return it under warranty. THAT, is when they can cry foul..... and they are correct in doing so.
[Xoom Themes and Apps] funnycreature:
I am an absolute noob when it comes to more sophisticated techniques of the Android OS. I have encountered more than once now that I want to (buy and) install an application but it is not compatible with my device (i.e. Xoom). Could someone point me to where there's a noob's guide to purchasing and installing apps that are apparently not compatible (who's deciding that anyways?)?

Thanks everyone! :cheers:
[Xoom Themes and Apps] Sirchuk:
The app developer chooses what devices his app works on. They don't want a Xoom user trying an app that isn't supported. If / when it crashes, the user writes a nasty review.

I got apps to my nook color by using a couple different apps. One was Hocker, I can't remember what the other one. Essentially it was an app that allowed you to backup your apps to folder on the SD card. It made a .apk for the app. Hocker then lets you send the app via WiFi over to the other device (both devices had Hocker running and on the same WiFi network). You could also transfer via dropbox or using a computer to move the .apk over and forgo Hocker.

The other app was a file manager I think, maybe even astro? I'm not sure though, it's been a few months.

This method does require two android devices though. If you don't have another device to initially download the app, then you are going to have to pirate the app and you won't find help from me regarding that.
[Xoom Themes and Apps] funnycreature:
Thank you sir!

I downloaded MyBackup to my Nook Color and created a .apk file. Then I uploaded it to Dropbox and extracted it to my Xoom. Worked like a charm :)
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] s15274n:
So I was motivated by a tweet from Anderweb (ADW developer). I watched this video and instantly set my phone up this way.

Anyone willing to make some cool wallpapers specific to our phones (ie, the name of ROMs or "Vibrant").

I posted a more generic thread here, but was hoping to focus more on ones for our phones here. In that thread though, I did link to everyone/give proper credit and give download links for the wallpaper and a transparent icon!

[YOUTUBE]3xJf3RWmCWQ[/YOUTUBE]....[YOUTUBE]QM126NT0M3c[/YOUTUBE]

GUIDE

Here is a good tutorial you can follow.

PHOTOSHOP GUIDE *Thanks Plugged_in_now

[YOUTUBE]9IAjPzzgWkI&hl[/YOUTUBE]

MADE ONE FOR TRIGGER (First time ever using Photoshop!!)

ALSO, Very cool if you use ADW Notifier also (notice the bubbles showing the missed count):
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] xriderx66:
Ooo looks interesting. New thing to do with my phone! Getting bored with this same look anyways!

Thanks! I'll hit thanks when I get to a computer
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] rizoh66:
I tried doing this with launcher pro and I get a fc when using a transparent icon. Would be curious to know if anyone else gets fc's?
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] aaronx12:
this looks very intresting..
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] Xan_Kriegor:
I've never had any problems with LP or ADW. Any .png that isn't too big should work. Try this one if you want. It has always worked for me.
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] rizoh66:
Thanks, I'll give it a try.
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] s15274n:
Mustangboy88 posted some new wallpapers (same layout). I really hope some new wallpapers are added soon...

Any of the vibrant themers willing to take a run at this? Specifically for a trigger background, haha.
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] demize!:
Thanks for sharing this it looks neat. Was gonna take a stab at a W7 type LP.setup, but this looks very cool.

Don't blame me, blame my keyboard's autocorrection algorithm.
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] s15274n:
There are some new wallpapers being added in the other thread... I think I am going to take a stab at a Trigger one a little later.
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] MINUS Stl:
Looks like I just found my next project. :D Been thinking about jumping into theming, but don't have the patience/time. This will be perfect.
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] All~G1:
There are some great examples of this buried on the main "post you homescreen" thread.
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] s15274n:
Any of you guys using trigger, try out my newest one in the OP!
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] 64beetle:
I have been using this concept on my phone for awhile, but I've never been a big fan of either LP or ADW (personally, I prefer Zeam). For my setup, I use Desktop VisualizeR for the transparent icons. If you are still having problems with FCs, give it a shot.
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] s15274n:
^ Nice, got any wallpapers to share?
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] bdubs4200:
Yea... I can make a transparent icon in cs5 but creating the wp is a little advanced for me... anyone able to help out with shadows on icons and e everything?
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] 64beetle:
I've no talent with making wp, so I use various wp that I found on here. I tend to use minimalistic theming so I use the transparent Icons as a method of keeping my home screen clean while keeping it functional. What was shown in OP is far more sophisticated than anything I came up with on my own.
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] bdubs4200:
Im playing in PScs5 now and I can't figure it out lol time to get some serious tutorial help lol
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] 64beetle:
Have no experience with PScs5 (can't afford it). I've always relied on gimp for my graphix tweaks. Plenty of tutorials for that.
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] s15274n:
yesterday was my first day, so I certainly am no expert... but this is what I was doing to place icons and setting a shadow.....

open a new project, 800x960 I think?

ALT + Backspace makes it all Black

new layer, File > Place, choose icon, resize it, move it to where I want it and place it.

right click on the icon layer, duplicate, CTRL+T, right click, flip vertical.

Move it below the icon so it looks like a shadow and place it.

grab the eraser, change opacity to 30-40% and run over the bottom icon so it looks faded.

Once you do that, it looks like a shadow.... that is how I was doing it. I would love to learn how to just make a black shadow beneath the icon, because my next one is going to be glass shelves on a textured black background... with smaller/cleaner icons.
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] jRi0T68:
If I can get it back up and running, I've got some professional level 3D title/logo modeling and animation software (I used to work for the company), which would allow me to composite 3D icons drop them over whatever background I wanted. I'd be happy to share. I'll see what I can do about getting the software installed on my new computer this weekend.

All I'd need is .ai files of the icons with proper vector paths. I no longer have Illustrator. :(

Bionix Frost

Dragon kernel v5
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] MINUS Stl:
Why not just use a drop shadow in "blending options" for each icon layer? That's what I did on mine.

Wallpaper
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] s15274n:
Because I was ignorant. Will play around with it, thanks.
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] Duce HD2:
How do you get adw bubble notifier to work!? I have adw ex and have notification enabled, but it won't display the numbered bubbles. Any idea would be appreciated!
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] bdubs4200:
Bustin out the Alienware M11x Imma give this a go...thank you so much for giving me a direction :-)