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rk-TSR Scheduled Theme Switcher (1.0.2)[Updated Sep 17,2007]

rk-TSR: Automatic theme/wallpaper switcher.
Latest version 1.0.2 Supports wallpaper switching too! and better file browser has been implemented.
Here is the theme/wallpaper switcher application I built to switch themes (*.tsk) and wallpaper (*.jpg,*.gif) based on the schedules you setup. i.e, Automatically loads the theme/wallpaper you specified at scheduled time.
I am using day, evening and night themes to reflect on my HTC today screen.
Supports command line execution
Code:
To enable the application--> \program files\rk-TSR\rk-TSR.exe enable
To disable the application--> \program files\rk-TSR\rk-TSR.exe disable
To load the theme--> \program files\rk-TSR\rk-TSR.exe “\storage card\rkAzulBlue.tsk”
To load the wallpaper--> \program files\rk-TSR\rk-TSR.exe “\storage card\MyWallpaper.jpg”
(To load the theme from command line the theme must be configured and listed in rk-TSR, but wallpaper would load without being listed in the application.)
Looks cool with the HTC weather icons!
Install and configure schedule for each theme
Also included my themes(You can use your own themes)
It will work on WM5 and WM6.
Does not write anything to registry and not memory resident (not a background process)
Attachments:
rkAzulThemes.zip contains three ziped themes, check the screenshot.
rk-TSRSetup.CAB is the theme/wallpaper switcher application
Let me know.
Note: this application requires Compact Framework 2.0
You need compact framework 2.0 installed inorder to run this application. The compact framework is already part of WM6, so if your device is WM6 skip this step. But most of the WM5 devices do not have this update. So you must download here and run the installation on your desktop (then active sync to update your device). Only after completing this step install the application.
If you like my work consider donation on paypal
Download from here

Giving it a try
Looks nice will let you know.

Great JOB!
Thx

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Anybody using it? Problems?

Hi, sry but i m a noob.
The problem i m facing is : How do i get it working?
i've install the switcher already. but the problem is i cant get the themes working. As in i cant open the themes file frm my touch. ( the wants u uploaded.)

fluxc said:
Hi, sry but i m a noob.
The problem i m facing is : How do i get it working?
i've install the switcher already. but the problem is i cant get the themes working. As in i cant open the themes file frm my touch. ( the wants u uploaded.)
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Copy the *.tsk files to any directory(do not copy to \windows directory.)
You can put the tsk file on storage card or under \my documents. Now when you click 'add' button on the rk-TSR you it should show up. But when you click the 'add' button you have to make sure that the theme you are adding must be already loaded.
To load the themes go to Start\Settings\Today
Let me know if you need more information. Glad to help you.

tytnguy said:
Copy the *.tsk files to any directory(do not copy to \windows directory.)
You can put the tsk file on storage card or under \my documents. Now when you click 'add' button on the rk-TSR you it should show up. But when you click the 'add' button you have to make sure that the theme you are adding must be already loaded.
To load the themes go to Start\Settings\Today
Let me know if you need more information. Glad to help you.
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Thanks for your quick reply. Let me try it now and update u. Thanks.

i got a Question. for the hr and min setting , how should i set it as? and how will the program knw when to switch? like from night(black) to morning(blue) ?

fluxc said:
i got a Question. for the hr and min setting , how should i set it as? and how will the program knw when to switch? like from night(black) to morning(blue) ?
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It can be custumized any way.... eg.
You can setup 22:00 to load the night theme(or any theme you like) and setup 06:00 Day theme, may be 15:00 to load the olive theme.
Bascially you are telling the program to load a theme for you at a time specified by you.
HTH

Thanks again. Tested it. and its great.

seems nice, testing

Thanks Tytnguy,
I dowloaded and use this great little program. Is it possible tweak it so I can set up different days also?
I have a theme for work hours and a different one for after 5pm. would be great set it different again on Sat/Sun.

Hello,
which with this program still another good thing would be, is automatic switch with sunset or stairway. There are yearly calendars for such information.
MfG
S64

Hi
Can you tell me how to create more themes to use with this please?
Very Nice program!!
thanks
bennec83

bennec83 said:
Hi
Can you tell me how to create more themes to use with this please?
Very Nice program!!
thanks
bennec83
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I use a program called 'Theme Generator for Windows CE' Its very nice program but the UI is really bad and very confusing as to 'what is what'
But it works!

tytnguy said:
I use a program called 'Theme Generator for Windows CE' Its very nice program but the UI is really bad and very confusing as to 'what is what'
But it works!
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do you have a link to it or a download from here?
thanks in advance, jus i cant go hunting im at work!!
thanks

bennec83 said:
do you have a link to it or a download from here?
thanks
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http://www.freewareppc.com/misc/themegence.shtml

Device : HTC Tytn
OS : WM6
When the theme changes at the scheduled time, all elements of the theme change except for the background image. Works fine when I manually use the 'test' option.
Also, its a real pain to have to load up the theme before being able to set it. Also would be nice to beable to edit an existing entry (i.e. change the time and/or theme).
Looking good - and it could evolve into a great little utility.
Bil

kismat1970 said:
When the theme changes at the scheduled time, all elements of the theme change except for the background image. Works fine when I manually use the 'test' option.
Bil
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Are you using a theme and some background picture? Try themes only and see if it happens(Try the themes i posted and test it) I have been using only themes on my TyTn and never experienced any issues so far. Let me know what happens in your test.
kismat1970 said:
Device : HTC Tytn
OS : WM6
Also, its a real pain to have to load up the theme before being able to set it. Also would be nice to beable to edit an existing entry (i.e. change the time and/or theme).
Bil
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Yeah, I know the theme loading is kind of a pain, but I need some additioal info from the theme in order to load it silently! So only when the theme is loaded I can get it from the registry and store it in my program!
Yes being able to edit the time and swich existing themes should be a nice feature! I will do it for next version
Bye the way, thanks for trying it out and giving me the feedback

Are you using a theme and some background picture? Try themes only and see if it happens(Try the themes i posted and test it) I have been using only themes on my TyTn and never experienced any issues so far. Let me know what happens in your test.
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No I am using just the theme (.tsk). Are you testing on a WM6 device?

Skins and themes

How do I create skins and themes for my Wing?

lakeridgesoftware.com

Thanks mate!
Mi|enko said:
lakeridgesoftware.com
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what the search button can do!

I did, a lot, and only came up with a handful of threads relating to WM5.
g35driver said:
what the search button can do!
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I didn't see any software to actually create skins on their site, just premade skins and a few utilites that I'd rather just use HTC Home for...
Mi|enko said:
lakeridgesoftware.com
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RVM said:
How do I create skins and themes for my Wing?
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Search for 'Theme Generator for Windows CE' on google
I use it a lot and does good job

I downloaded it and am trying to learn it as we speak. I have a theme right now that I really like I just want to get rid of some of the greys to add a bit of color to it. I gotta figure out which fields adjust which colors. Since it is for WM5 I'm having a hard time figuring out what goes where, but I think I might get it eventually.
Also, is there a WM6 theme database anywhere?
Thanks!
tytnguy said:
Search for 'Theme Generator for Windows CE' on google
I use it a lot and does good job
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RVM said:
I downloaded it and am trying to learn it as we speak. I have a theme right now that I really like I just want to get rid of some of the greys to add a bit of color to it. I gotta figure out which fields adjust which colors. Since it is for WM5 I'm having a hard time figuring out what goes where, but I think I might get it eventually.
Also, is there a WM6 theme database anywhere?
Thanks!
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It's a nice program but, the UI is all messed up. They have icons everywhere. Basically trial and error method to learn.
Since I was building a Theme Application I had to learn it quick. Other than that I do not have much experience with themes!
I have no idea about the theme database. that would be great!.
If you go to the link at my signature... rk-TSR you will find the theme I built.

Cool let me go check it out.
Yeah, the theme generator is really haphazard and disorganized. I'm not real thrilled with the GUI, but hey, it's better than nothing, and it is free, so far be it for me to complain!
I noticed, for no reason, all of a sudden, when I apply a new theme, I can't click anywhere on the top of my screen. I cannot X out, get into the Start menu or anything. I have to softboot my phone. I haven't changed anything, it just started happening. So, every time I try a new theme, I gotta softboot.
tytnguy said:
It's a nice program but, the UI is all messed up. They have icons everywhere. Basically trial and error method to learn.
Since I was building a Theme Application I had to learn it quick. Other than that I do not have much experience with themes!
I have no idea about the theme database. that would be great!.
If you go to the link at my signature... rk-TSR you will find the theme I built.
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RVM said:
I noticed, for no reason, all of a sudden, when I apply a new theme, I can't click anywhere on the top of my screen. I cannot X out, get into the Start menu or anything.
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I don't remember the steps involved, But since you say 'Apply the theme' are you applying the theme directly from the 'Theme Gen App' ? if so try saving it as tsk file first and transferring it over to device and apply the theme.

Sorry, I should have been more clear.
I change the theme within WM6. I go to settings > today > select a theme then click OK at the top.
Once i do this I cannot access the top bar, regardless of the orientation. I can't close by hitting the X, or open the start, or anything that is at the top, even in landscape.
tytnguy said:
I don't remember the steps involved, But since you say 'Apply the theme' are you applying the theme directly from the 'Theme Gen App' ? if so try saving it as tsk file first and transferring it over to device and apply the theme.
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Ok, I just changed my myFaves settings, and it caused the same problem.
wtf
dammit
I don't wanna dump all my settings and start over again.

Hmm thats strange,
Are these themes you just created on the Theme generator?
Probably something is wrong with your method.
Can you try one of my themes on your device and see still you get the same problem(since they are also created with the same program)
My device is 'Hermes' with WM6

I tried a theme that I modified in the theme generator when it happened. I bet I messed something up. blargh!
I'll give yours a try in the morning.
I'm most likely going to be clearing the device and letting it reinstall the OS, so it won't be a problem anymore. I just gotta get my outlook contacts saved.
tytnguy said:
Hmm thats strange,
Are these themes you just created on the Theme generator?
Probably something is wrong with your method.
Can you try one of my themes on your device and see still you get the same problem(since they are also created with the same program)
My device is 'Hermes' with WM6
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Here, assuming that your phone is qvga since I didn't notice you posting which phone you have, download this theme that I made in ThemeGenCE. If you still have the same problem after installing it then it's most likely something other than your theme causing the problem. If it doesn't cause the problem then let me know and maybe I can help you figure out what you're doing wrong. I've made hundreds of themes in ThemeGenCE so I know how to use it pretty well.

To create your own theme. heres a start!
www.freewareppc.com/misc/themegenerator.shtml

I tried your themes and it is still doing it. I like your designs though.
tytnguy said:
Hmm thats strange,
Are these themes you just created on the Theme generator?
Probably something is wrong with your method.
Can you try one of my themes on your device and see still you get the same problem(since they are also created with the same program)
My device is 'Hermes' with WM6
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I have a question to the graphic designers who are "in the know"

im trying to come out with an iphone/cube with the new ultimate launcher that is similar to the release I was going to make on WAD... you can see a preview a few pages back on this thread if you want to see it... the only problem that im having is how to convert torx png icons to ico files... i converted them myself, but i cant get the background on them to stay transparent... if someone can help me out with this... itd be much appreciated... because i will be able to release this design to the public
please help

Which programs have you used?
I remember I once used Microangelo and it worked fine. It's not free, though, and I don't think you can do any batch converting if you have lots of files that needs to be converted.

MTM said:
Which programs have you used?
I remember I once used Microangelo and it worked fine. It's not free, though, and I don't think you can do any batch converting if you have lots of files that needs to be converted.
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yea, thats my problem... i dont think ill need a program like this after this project, so i dont want to have to buy a program... the one i used was "abc" i think it was "advanced batch converter"
but, yes that is crucial... id like to be able to do these all at once... instead of one at a time... i have several different icon packs... akumas icons and the torx icons... if anyone is willing to convert them for me... your efforts will be acknowledged when i release the ul skin...
if anyone can help, id appreciate it... thanks

Ok, then I don't think I can help you

Try "ICOFX" (Freeware) , i made my UL-Cube Icons with it. Converts everything to ico, also "all at once".

bluemetalaxe said:
Try "ICOFX" (Freeware) , i made my UL-Cube Icons with it. Converts everything to ico, also "all at once".
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Please, can you tell me what options did you set in ICOFX to create your icons?
I'm trying to build some in my own but when I upload them into UL the resolution doesn't look so good.
thanks..

Skin for SPB Mobile

Hi all
Does anyone know about a skin for SPB mobile that works on Xperia?
/Mike

http://www.imarche.net/omnia/index.php
Karsten

Have you tried it?
/Mike

I have tried it and found that the installation was complicated. I got totally "spammed" with different settings and skins to choose from during the setup. Maybe that's a good thing if you actually know what every choice you make will do. I would only recommend this if the setup was made easier.

emwdava said:
I have tried it and found that the installation was complicated. I got totally "spammed" with different settings and skins to choose from during the setup. Maybe that's a good thing if you actually know what every choice you make will do. I would only recommend this if the setup was made easier.
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Is it stable when it is installed?
/Mike

XDAkarsten said:
http://www.imarche.net/omnia/index.php
Karsten
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Is that app also made for the SPB Panel?

Do you mean skins for SPB of for the SPB panel? Because those are two different things. You can alter the panel skin with the program at http://www.imarche.net/omnia/index.php but then it's going to be all fu-up.

I have installed this program and it works for the Shell Panel, which is really good and it allows you to change the skin and also all of the icons from so many different options, it is really good, the only problem i can find is that it keeps giving me 2 status bars at the top showing network, battery and clock,
anyone who has installed this know how to get rid of the second status bar???????
EDIT: actually the whole setting up thing for this is far too complicated and doenst actually work properly, all i want to do is change the background colours etc, anybody know how to do that?

SPB Mobile Shell 3.0 - Modifications/Hacks (dedicated thread)

I feel this thread to be redundant. This thread basically do the same thing but with bigger success and some active modders:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=507697
As we don't need two of the same threads and I feel I don't have enough time to mod and give in to this myself and not many modders have stepped in. I'm sorry. Consider this thread a good idea but the goal is now in the hands of Zepiii. To hack the hell out of MS 3.0
Good luck Zepiii
Hi,
don't think anyone has missed the amazing pre release of this sweet ap!
I'm a mod freak and there are somethings i would like to change in this prog.
like the programs "tab" only has 3 rows. i want to make this 4. anyone with a bit of experience possibly from the 2.xx series know where to do it?
the configs are simple ZIP files. Just open the DAT file as a ZIP file or rename it to ZIP.
in order to edit the file you need to put in the password which is:
b0fm18zq
Maybe we could custom tailor it and post the modded DAT files collected here. Most of the 2.xx series of mods/skins are portable with a little or no modification except renaming of some picture files (same password in 2.xx). the possibilities are endless
Please remove or correct my post if I'm violating/doubleposting something here.
Regards
/Frewys
DAT Files content:
qa_layouts.dat - This contains only XML files. 61 to be precise lots of interesting stuff! (tried to change the Iconspacing in programs to 24. didn't get my 4 icons row though )
vp_menu_btn.dat - Built in Icons
va_misc_now.dat - Built in system icons
vpw_bkg_now - portrait
vlw_bkg_now.dat - mostly contact icons landscape
va_weather_64.dat - weather Icons largest with XML file
vp_bkg_now.dat - Menu frame
vl_bkg_now.dat - same but in landscape
va_profile.dat - media player and profile widget icons
RegHacks:
adding more pages to lifestyle screen
more buttons in collected start menu
change default sms client (bottom)
Memorysaving (no reghack)
interesting links in similar spirit:
SPB 3.0 today wallpaper
SPB 2.1 skins for inspiration

Great idea. I would also love to see this!!!

Is possible to customise the theme colors that available in mobile shell 3? The existing preferences are to dark(I want a white color scheme). Can we do it by editing a dat file(which?) or a registry hack?

dancer_69 said:
Is possible to customise the theme colors that available in mobile shell 3? The existing preferences are to dark(I want a white color scheme). Can we do it by editing a dat file(which?) or a registry hack?
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Hi Dancer_69,
I don't know yet. I just played around with it last night before bed. I'm just a NB in this who poked around with this great ap after not being pleased with everything and curious on what could be achived so i dont have alla the answers this is a team effort. hopfully someone with the experience or knowhow checks this. In the meantime we have to do it by trial and error. and map it all as we go along
Regards
Frewys

good to know
I have discovered that Topaz enhanced menus works great with SPB MS 3.0 activated (and Manila installed but not activated in the today screen) so so far its a necessary evil to have Manila installed until we know possible witch file or reg settings are needed.
Regards
Frewys

i'll be waiting one this, happy moddings

adding more pages to lifestyle screen
this could be good for some. Found this over at modaco.com forum posted by turborepu quote:
"add more pages to lifestyle screen.. bg image pan works fine still
hklm/software/spb software house 2/spb mobile shell/widgets/homescreen
change "pagecount" to desired number.. i put 4. soft reset.."
supposedly its tested on 10 pages. the result is that when paned the wallpaper moves less then with three. If wallpaper size changed it will "smartfit" it to be the "correct" size.
haven't tried this myself yet three is plenty for me ATM

Hello
to improve finger friendly
please in new mobile shell v3
-imake an Sms menu , v2 uses windows Sms.
-alarm menu finger friendly
- apointments menu .....
V2 uses Windows Sms, alarm, apointmente
not very good needs the stylus...
Please make m.shellv3 completely finger friend with sms like iphone and alarm ....
Many thanks

and change applications
open sms with vito Sms ? it´s possible
change attachements ...
manyt hanks

When are you going to stop posting that little list of yours masrterk? Every thread/subforum on xda-developers and spb seems has one of your posts with the exact same thing.

masrterk said:
and change applications
open sms with vito Sms ? it´s possible
change attachements ...
manyt hanks
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Hi masrterk,
I personally don't agree. i like to taylor make my GUI and of course the tastes differ. For instants.. i would like to have it pretty barebone and point to the prefered app of choice like resco contactmannager or glarm witch are the best! IMHO annyway
BUT if one could integreate them somehow that would be great if you had that choice.
right now its really easy just to link to those apps from the lifestyle screen.
Regards
Frewys

masrterk said:
and change applications
open sms with vito Sms ? it´s possible
change attachements ...
manyt hanks
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You could use this from the legendary vijay555
http://www.vijay555.com/?Releases:VJBrisk

Remove calendar from professional layout?
Hi guys
i am trying to figure out how to do something that we were able to do in 2.1, but has been left unoptional in 3.0. I would like to get rid of the calendar on the pro screen. All I want to see is my upcoming appointments (if I have any). I don't want the screen cluttered with a pesky grid-style calendar. I am such a nooB at this it is silly, but here I am, messing around with .dat files......
Any help would be greatly appreciated!

It would be nice to create a backup/restore tool for the settings/today items/widgets/etc...
When updating the rom this would be VERY useful!

is the pre release official? where's the download?
looks good from the youtube demos

Anyone figure out the password for the DAT files yet? Seems they changed it from the 2.x releases

Great idea. I just took a peek inside today, thanks for the breakdown of what some of the .dats do.
I have a feeling we'll start seeing some custom widgets in no time.
and yes, the release is now official.

619619 said:
It would be nice to create a backup/restore tool for the settings/today items/widgets/etc...
When updating the rom this would be VERY useful!
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There is already one in the SPB Shell settings, click the right softkey in settings and there it is, to the left of the exit button.
I tried it myself today, completely uninstalled mobile shell before I installed the official version, loaded the backup and everything was restored in the new version, included widgets and all

themirthfulswami said:
Anyone figure out the password for the DAT files yet? Seems they changed it from the 2.x releases
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I am getting in fine using b0fm18zq
That said, I am still trying to figure out what I am doing........

wyldthng said:
Hi guys
i am trying to figure out how to do something that we were able to do in 2.1, but has been left unoptional in 3.0. I would like to get rid of the calendar on the pro screen. All I want to see is my upcoming appointments (if I have any). I don't want the screen cluttered with a pesky grid-style calendar. I am such a nooB at this it is silly, but here I am, messing around with .dat files......
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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I don't see the grid calendar on my pro screen anymore. On the pro settings page, choose "calendar", then change # of appointments to "as many as possible". After doing this, mine now shows the next two appointments.