Hi all... First of all, gotta say this is an amazing forum. Lots very good information and smart people!
Now for my problems. Being the noob I am, I'm sure the answer is somewhere on this site, but I'm not able to find it. Basically there are two issues on the attached screenshot.
1) Obvious, but still... black background color in the top part of the Launch program screen of TF3D (and other similar screens).
2) Bottom Bar (that normally holds "Phone" and "Programs" link, or in this screen "Back") has gone grey on me. Now this is not TF3D related. Still there if I disable it, and it seems the color changes slightly if i change the windows theme, so I think its not actually grey, but transparent. At some point i got it to look the way I wanted, but after a soft-reset it's back to being transparent. Thinking maybe I have managed to overwrite a file in the rom?
Anyways... The Noob gives up in hope of some professional answers
Thanks in advance!
-JonB
Okay, I'm brand new to themes. I just edited my first Manila today. I edit the slider as I hate the solid black ugly thing. Right anyways, now I have edited it looks way better IMO. But when I slide it onto a different tab the transparency dies. How can I make it so it doesn't stop being transparent? I use Mun_Rus's background all the same for the tabs.
My next question... I have a brightly multicoloured wallpaper, how can I change the text from white to black because its really hard to read?
Thanks, Chris
Good luck man, I have been trying to get a good tutorial on how to make this kind of thing for a while and its hard most people are busy doing their own thing or making themes themselves. I cant seem to even get the damn icons to change all the way, I get like one working and a white screen or all working and a white slider. If I ever get it right on my own I will try to put together a tutorial. Although ohyeahar was pretty helpful so you might ask him hes the only person who responded to me.
The 2 things you're trying to do have been done before. Perhaps you can just build off other members' works.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=522669
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=2736439&postcount=87
For the slider, just try searching for "transparent slider" or "glass slider". There's so many of them.
Justin, you still need help man? Let me know! Cheers!
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The 2 things you're trying to do have been done before. Perhaps you can just build off other members' works.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=522669
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=2736439&postcount=87
For the slider, just try searching for "transparent slider" or "glass slider". There's so many of them.
Justin, you still need help man? Let me know! Cheers!
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i would like to start designing my own themes too but i'm almost a complete rookie.. i've made themes for SEk800i but i don't know if it's the same for my touchpro2.. do you know a program for the pc to make themes.. and can you edit the icons there too..? or is that a whole different sport?
thankss.. Jeroen
Hi,
Recently I have bought my new Topaz and I run original WM 6.5 ROM without any mods or custom staff. I saw here in the forum some really nice customizations but I am totaly confused about how to install them or what do i need to do berfore I can install them. I read here about custom ROMs and other things but I'm not so hurry to do that stuff because I consider it as a big hit to the phone. In fact I want only some graphical enchantments to the TF3D like transparent bars and coloured icons in top bar (like the battery icon would be coloured and showing how many % of energy remain) and if it is possible I saw shortcuts to some apps below the clock in the home page.
So is it necessary to flash a new ROM or is it possible to do it on the stock one? Is it related to the version of manila? (I tried to get version of my manila but i really can't find that information - I looked into settings but I didn't see it there)
Any help would be much appreciated,
thanks
Hi Tommy
Welcome...in terms of
...some graphical enchantments to the TF3D like transparent bars and coloured icons in top bar (like the battery icon would be coloured and showing how many % of energy remain)...
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try having a read of this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=520547
as a start. If there is anything that you do not understand about how to use the various .CAB files provided then post back and someone should be available to help clarify.
In terms of
...if it is possible I saw shortcuts to some apps below the clock in the home page...
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this is currently not possible for TouchFlo3D/Sense 2.1 users...but one of the developers here is currently working on a project that may just provide that shortly...so keep checking on that.
Regards
Balders
Thank you, that taskbar is exactly what I was looking for.
And about that transparency, I have tried WallHD but it looks like it is not making bars transparent but it changes them with a new picture which means that if you open an application with bars, you'll not have them black but a part of your background picture and I don't like that.
I'll also try to find transparent slider but I didn't have time to do a big search
But the biggest problem is that I really can't find my exact version of Manila. It should be written in settings -> about but I don't have it there. Then I read that in newer versions it is located in settings -> all settings -> system -> device information -> software tab. There's nothing too, I don't even have a software tab.
BTW My phone came with Win 6.5 preinstalled (maybe this will smehow help). Can you please give me some advice what to do, if there is any soft that can somehow get it for me?
Thanks
Hi Tommy
Glad the link was of assistance. Re. finding your Manila version details I have to say that I suffered from a similar issue. In the end it was solved as a by product of installing what is IMHO a must have app; TD2 Tools. Installing this application (which is freeware but I reckon is well worth a donation) provides access to a number of features not available through the stock interface and also Manila and other device information that is useful.
Take a look at the following link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=536410
It is a large thread but the download link is on the 1st page and yo can get a view of what it does by covering the first few pages. having said that the best way is to install and review.
So far the current release has provide to be very stable...for me at least.
Enjoy!
Balders
Oh, thanks, I had that app already but I didn't notice that it is writen there. Finaly my searching for manila is in the end
And I agree it is a must have app
ok so while im searching im wondering if anyone can help me out because i have a lot of tabs to go through just through this forum on taskbars,
I would like my taskbar to look like it does in the left picture were it is clear all the time and not black like in the right hand side picture on my today screen does any no where i should be looking please folks ??
much appreciation
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ok so while im searching im wondering if anyone can help me out because i have a lot of tabs to go through just through this forum on taskbars,
I would like my taskbar to look like it does in the left picture were it is clear all the time and not black like in the right hand side picture on my today screen does any no where i should be looking please folks ??
much appreciation
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You want the taskbar to be same as background image or do you want it black? You'r post is kinda confusing, but if I understand you correctly here are your choices:
1. Flash a WM 6.5 ROM. That'll give you "transparent" taskbar at top and bottom while accessing the start menu (but only there).
2. Create your own theme for WM with your preferred picture as taskbar (at least I think this is possible, but I never tried.
3. Find some third party software that adds a layer on top of the taskbar. MaxManila might do the trick if you're using Manila. Don't know if there are any other alternatives...
yep basically i wanted to be able to see all of my wallpaper instead of having a black taskbar, i dont use manilla or titanium, even though i have 6.5 i may just use titanium because i can see all the picture then, just being fussy i guess
See if you like it. It is White Metal 2.5 2013 for a 6.5 build. Tell me what you think.
Also including a different contact icon if you want it. Not necessarry but a different style in case you do not like the contact tab with the human outline.
I am running mighty rom Windows 6.5 with Manila 2.5.2013
I was not happy with the centering of the Calendar date on the tray icon-so I included a cab with the fix.
Facebook Tab. You must already have the tab in order to use this. I installed it from Meltwaters and then alterred his manila for tabs
lubbad85, you are my hero! I have been looking for this everywhere. I don't know why but for some reason I've liked this style of slider ever since I've seen it on another carrier's phone.
I installed it asap and I like how it works! It works like a charm, I love it. Great job lubbad85, you rock! The only thing I would probably do is just better the screen icons when you change to a different tab on the slider. Those stock white ones will do but I would just see if I could replace them with any other better icons. Just my personal opinion. Other than that, you created a beautiful slider!
Quick question, I'm running C0okie's Home Tab. How does that extra notification bar appear? (The one on top of the actual sider)
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lubbad85, you are my hero! I have been looking for this everywhere. I don't know why but for some reason I've liked this style of slider ever since I've seen it on another carrier's phone.
I installed it asap and I like how it works! It works like a charm, I love it. Great job lubbad85, you rock! The only thing I would probably do is just better the screen icons when you change to a different tab on the slider. Those stock white ones will do but I would just see if I could replace them with any other better icons. Just my personal opinion. Other than that, you created a beautiful slider!
Quick question, I'm running C0okie's Home Tab. How does that extra notification bar appear? (The one on top of the actual sider)
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In the options for cookies home tab you can put the extra notification bar. I think under miscelaneous The bar is a bit redundant though.
Glad you like the slider. Give me an example of what kind of slider you really want. If you give me a direction I can build one. Manila is very forgiving. If you screw it up you have only to delete the manila file that you put into windows and the phone's ROM will build it back the way it was before the new manila was used.
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In the options for cookies home tab you can put the extra notification bar. I think under miscelaneous The bar is a bit redundant though.
Glad you like the slider. Give me an example of what kind of slider you really want. If you give me a direction I can build one. Manila is very forgiving. If you screw it up you have only to delete the manila file that you put into windows and the phone's ROM will build it back the way it was before the new manila was used.
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I've been looking around in C0okie's Home Tab for the past 40 minutes and I believe I've gone through the whole editor twice and I still cannot find the setting which enables the extra notification bar. I feel like a noob or just looking for something that isn't there. I'm running v1.8.5.
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develop1 said:
I've been looking around in C0okie's Home Tab for the past 40 minutes and I believe I've gone through the whole editor twice and I still cannot find the setting which enables the extra notification bar. I feel like a noob or just looking for something that isn't there. I'm running v1.8.5.
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From the home screen soft key
1. Menu
2. Edit home layout
3. Main Home
4. Rt softkey Advanced
5. Check Show Notifications
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From the home screen soft key
1. Menu
2. Edit home layout
3. Main Home
4. Rt softkey Advanced
5. Check Show Notifications
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I got it! Thank, yet again! As far as the slider goes, it works like a charm! I really don't have any other suggestions for it as of right now. Maybe later as time goes by and I think of something. But if you implement any improvements or make any changes to it please post it up, I will gladly test it out. Thank again!
lubbad85, I found a small little defect that you might consider. When I slide to a desired tab on my touch flo, I find that the tab icon I chose has a blurry icon. It looks like as if there is another lighter icon behind the primary icon. It's just a little annoying and tends to cross my eyes after a while. lol. Check it out in the attachment to understand what I'm talking about.
Nice work bro! Would you consider adding icons for Facebook and Call History tabs please?
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See if you like it. It is White Metal 2.5 2013 for a 6.5 build. Tell me what you think.
Also including a different contact icon if you want it. Not necessarry but a different style in case you do not like the contact tab with the human outline.
I am running mighty rom Windows 6.5 with Manila 2.5.2013
I was not happy with the centering of the Calendar date on the tray icon-so I included a cab with the fix.
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I found this slider skin very pretty and charming! Is it OK to cook this skin into rom? I'm developing roms for myself, but somehow the xda community convinced me to upload them to public xD
develop1 said:
lubbad85, I found a small little defect that you might consider. When I slide to a desired tab on my touch flo, I find that the tab icon I chose has a blurry icon. It looks like as if there is another lighter icon behind the primary icon. It's just a little annoying and tends to cross my eyes after a while. lol. Check it out in the attachment to understand what I'm talking about.
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I think it's meant to.
Jackos said:
I found this slider skin very pretty and charming! Is it OK to cook this skin into rom? I'm developing roms for myself, but somehow the xda community convinced me to upload them to public xD
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I like that idea. I have been running a Mighty Rom. But I will try yours when you get done cooking.
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I like that idea. I have been running a Mighty Rom. But I will try yours when you get done cooking.
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My ROMs won't be updated before August if someone doesn't find some critical bugs
This slider really fits the "old" Sense 2.5 skin, however it has got some images that could be a bit more polished... Ach, and some icons could be a little re-sized, because they aren't this same size. Anyway overall the experience is great! So keep up this wonderful work, first time that I like something that isn't made by ShowTime7.
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develop1 said:
lubbad85, I found a small little defect that you might consider. When I slide to a desired tab on my touch flo, I find that the tab icon I chose has a blurry icon. It looks like as if there is another lighter icon behind the primary icon. It's just a little annoying and tends to cross my eyes after a while. lol. Check it out in the attachment to understand what I'm talking about.
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You can fix this with a darker slider. I will cab it up for you here. It is for 2.5 manila
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You can fix this with a darker slider. I will cab it up for you here. It is for 2.5 manila
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Thanks lubbad85, you're the man! Your work is greatly appreciated.
Hi there, I downloaded and installed the theme, but I dont know how to change the theme, i hate to ask but how exactly do I apply the theme? I tried Star->Settings->Today, but the theme is not on the list of available themes.
Thanks for your patience, I've only had the phone for a week or so.
iotran said:
Hi there, I downloaded and installed the theme, but I dont know how to change the theme, i hate to ask but how exactly do I apply the theme? I tried Star->Settings->Today, but the theme is not on the list of available themes.
Thanks for your patience, I've only had the phone for a week or so.
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You're going to run the .cab file from your storage card and install it onto your device when prompted to. Immediately after the slider is installed it is going to ask you to restart so the changes can take effect. You hit "yes" or "ok" (Not sure which option it gives you) Then, once the device restarts and turns on, the slider will appear and should be already installed automatically. You shouldn't have to do any other additional setting changes after you restart so the slider takes effect.
Hmm I installed all 3 cabs and it just told me "white metal 2.5 2013.cab was successfully installed on your device" (same thing with the other 2) but it didn't prompt me if I wanted to restart the device.
Any ideas why? this blue at&t theme is ok but this B&W Metal theme looks amazing.
Thanks
turn off sense
iotran said:
Hmm I installed all 3 cabs and it just told me "white metal 2.5 2013.cab was successfully installed on your device" (same thing with the other 2) but it didn't prompt me if I wanted to restart the device.
Any ideas why? this blue at&t theme is ok but this B&W Metal theme looks amazing.
Thanks
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Two ways to install. One is you first turn off sense
1. start menu
2. settings
3. today screen
4. items
5. uncheck htc sence
6. install cabs
7. and then go back and check htc sense
Or install the cabs and then soft reset
Hello again lubbad85!
Could you do me a little favor and add a facebook icon too? The meltwaters work is really impressive!
Just the sense tab
Jackos said:
Hello again lubbad85!
Could you do me a little favor and add a facebook icon too? The meltwaters work is really impressive!
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You just want the sense tab-in other words you already installed the other files neccessary for the tab? So just the tab icons?
If so here is the cab for just the tab sense icons in white to match the set. I cannot test it since I have not installed the control files for this tab.