I have seen countless posts in response to a question that has been asked before to SEARCH BEFORE YOU POST!
BUT… Maybe some people are unsure about how to effectively search within a forum, or using the GOOGLE super search interwebz machine! I propose that we collectively share some great info and how-to’s on effective searching! I will update the OP periodically as additional info comes along.
There was only a short bit of info on searching these forums in the “How to use these forums-Please read thread” so why not some more?!
We all know that searching within a forum can be pretty much useless if done incorrectly, so here we go!
BASIC SEARCH TIPS –
- When performing a search – DO NOT just use the basic SEARCH THIS FORUM function! (SEE search1.jpg) This is pretty much useless and will give you a millions billions irrelevant results.
- ADVANCED SEARCH is your best friend – I find this is the best jumping off point for a search on XDA. Simply click ADVANCED SEARCH, your keyword(s), and choose SEARCH TITLES ONLY. This will filter out a TON of irrelevant info, and get right to the point! I used “setcpu” as an example. After this search, only threads WITH “setcpu” in the title will be shown. (SEE search2.jpg)
-GOOGLE is also a great way to search within XDA – Many people prefer to use GOOGLE to search within XDA anyway! Most of the time, you can just type “XDA keyword(s)” and you will likely return your desired results. Try typing “XDA root evo” and see what happens!
You can also perform a site specific search with the :site search function - ex) evo root site:forum.xda-developers.com
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-Performing a search within a thread is a great tool as well! Let's say you have just flashed a new ROM, but may be uncertain if a certain kernel is compatible.(See search3.jpg) EX) Just flashed Myn's Warm TPT, and want to see info on Netarchy's kernels for this ROM. When in the ROM thread click "Search Thread" and simply type your keyword (I used netarchy). Now every post that contains "netarchy" within the thread is shown. AWESOME!
Hope this helps a few, and if you have some good search tips POST EM!
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If you are using Google, you can narrow the search to a specific site.
Ex: "evo root site:forum.xda-developers.com"
kamiller42 said:
If you are using Google, you can narrow the search to a specific site.
Ex: "evo root site:forum.xda-developers.com"
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Thank you. Updated OP.
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Having troubles Searching XDA from within Dolphin HD, on both my EVO and my Galaxy Tab.
When I press Search it brings up the text box, then when I click within it to type the box disappears and it throws my screen outta whack (zooms in a little).
Does it every time on the XDA webpage but other pages seem to be working fine.
This a Flash thing? It's up to date, AFAIK.
Hopefully just a clickable thingamabob that isn't clicked but I'm having no luck.
Thanks.
Related
What is the fastest, quickest, speediest way to search for a contact? with or without an application
the universal search app. part of donut 1.6 and included with cyanogenmod experimental.
you mean the hardware search button? that just searches online, unless I first open contacts and then use it. Can I get a shortcut to directly search contacts?
no, the universal search app. it behaves in a similar manner to spotlight on OSX - searches your handset for contacts, web history, music etc. The results of which appear directly beneath the search bar.
ok, don't think I have that, in the 'about phone' section is says firmware 1.5. How can I upgrade to 1.6? I have a vodafone magic so not sure if that's possible. Or is there another way to get the app? There seem to be plenty of search apps on the market but don't think any of them are what you are describing
to get it you will need to flash CyanogenMod ROM
Oh ok, will look for an app that can do a similar job, as I can't be bothered to erase and reinstall everything. Thanks.
You Don;t have to.............
http://www.cyrket.com/package/com.aurora.android.search
Download "aurora" Free off the android Market , its exactly the same as the universal search and to top it off it was actually made by a Dev on this forum. You'll see the thread in the Dream forum if you wish to have a look at the dev
Enjoy
CLLC
actually downloaded it a few mins ago, brilliant app, just what I wanted and more!
After about month of using my dinc, I've found that I literally never press the opti trackpad button. Is there any way to make this button act as a dedicated camera launching button (or to set it up to launch a specific app). I've done no customization to my phone thus far (waiting to see how the Froyo OTA plays out before I start hacking), but I have no problem with rooting or installing a custom ROM in order to get this functionality. Does anyone know if this is possible, and if its only available in certain ROMs, which one? I'd love to reclaim this currently useless button.
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After about month of using my dinc, I've found that I literally never press the opti trackpad button. Is there any way to make this button act as a dedicated camera launching button (or to set it up to launch a specific app). I've done no customization to my phone thus far (waiting to see how the Froyo OTA plays out before I start hacking), but I have no problem with rooting or installing a custom ROM in order to get this functionality. Does anyone know if this is possible, and if its only available in certain ROMs, which one? I'd love to reclaim this currently useless button.
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Most roms I have used use the trackball for the camera. Also this belongs in general. Mods please move.
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I apologize if this is in the wrong place. I posted it in general section and the only response was that I should try posting it in the development forum. If you happen to see this again, I'd really appreciate a list of any ROMS you used that you are sure had this functionality.
This should be in development because things will have to be edited in order for it to work... most Roms let you take pics w/ the trackpad but he wants it to be able to open it up from whatever screen he's on by pressing that pointless little button... lets make it less pointless...
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blaine91787 said:
This should be in development because things will have to be edited in order for it to work... most Roms let you take pics w/ the trackpad but he wants it to be able to open it up from whatever screen he's on by pressing that pointless little button... lets make it less pointless...
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This is the misconception that bothers a lot of people on here. While this may require ' development' to get it to work, it is not development in itself, but a question. Therefore, it should be in general.
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This is the misconception that bothers a lot of people on here. While this may require ' development' to get it to work, it is not development in itself, but a question. Therefore, it should be in general.
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Exactly what I was going to say, well put.
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Qwerty.KL Layout
I was looking at the qwerty.kl file and I see that Key 212 is defined for the camera but the second argument is left blank. Is the second argument the action for the key? Does anyone have any documentation on the layout of this file. Seems simple but I would like to know possibilities?
For the wake on press of the button, key272 DPAD_CENTER was given the action "WAKE".
I hope this is framed in more of a development format.
There should be a prompt that asks people "Are you a developer?" after they click the "new thread" link in the development forum. If you can't answer yes to the question, then your post goes to general.
To address the OP's question however, I tried everything under the sun and couldn't get it to work. Although I was trying to get it to bring up the dialer app with the "CALL" property. I ended up just remapping it to the "search" softkey and it works just fine. I use LauncherPro so I just made the Internet icon in my launcher tray launch voice search on the upswipe from the internet icon so I didn't lose any functionality.
Jeez, you would think people smart enough to develop software would refrain from bumping a thread they feel is in the wrong forum, JUST to declare that the thread is in the wrong forum. Especially when such a declaration has already been made in said thread.
Anyways, I'm sorry if my phrasing was not appropriate for this board. The natural extension of this question is "what development steps can be taken, or what paths should I pursue, to try to realize this goal". To be clear, I am a software dev by education and by trade. I have never developed on a mobile platform, and so I don't have any specifics of android OS development in which to frame my question.
All of that said, if anyone has any additional information about the qwerty.kl file, I would greatly appreciate it. Is there an API of some kind for the functions that can be mapped to keys in that file? Maybe one of them allows for some customization, and can be used to launch a specific App? Given that I actually use all 4 soft buttons, and the track pad button is both unused outside of specific apps and also the picture taking button within most camera apps, any other solution is going to eat away at me as inelegant.
To those who have offered insight or tried to help, thank you, I sincerely appreciate your time.
Hey guys,my GS2 finally arrived today!
So,starting from good things.I absolutely love the screen,speed and smoothness.Nothing brings the phone to its knees,not even downloading 30 apps at the same time from market!
I won't go on with the good stuff of the phone,you all already know it's awesome(probably).
I also have some issues though.What I saw first was that my phone came with KE2 on it.I thought ok,I'll update it.I go to Settings->Phone info(Or whatever it is,mine is in greek)->Software Updates and I run a check.It says I have the latest firmware installed.I then try on my PC with Kies and it's the same.What is wrong here?Does anyone know?
Second thing is that it charges really really slow.It's partially normal that it takes longer than my Desire HD to charge 'cause the battery is like 25% bigger,but that much longer?Good thing is it also discharges slower!
Third.That's a pain.Isn't there a USB Disk mode?Cause the only way I can transfer files between my phone and PC is via Kies(I don't like it,reminds me of iTunes).And what's worse,I cannot transfer from my PS3.
Fourth.Some market apps can't install.Mostly games(Only one wasn't a game),for example Angry Birds with the exception of Angry Birds Rio.Is it normal for the SGS2?Cause I saw Chainfire3D has an option to repair something with apps not installing from market.
If I find a fifth or more I'll post again!
Now to questions.
1)How the hell do I put my phone in download mode?I haven't managed to find that anywhere.
2)Can I enter bootloader and fastboot normally by holding volume down key like on HTC devices or is it trickier here?
3)Rooting is just as easy as clicking a button in Odin?With no possible side effects?I can' accept it's that easy!
4)Until I root,does Chainfire3D take care of banding issues too?Cause banding pretty much ****ed up my Robotek experience(I got addicted to Robotek last week for Christ's sake! ).
5)Is making a Nandroid backup possible?If not,is there any way to back up the phone like with Nandroid?
That's for now...I think!Sorry for noobish questions but my whole Android experience was with HTC devices.The Galaxy S 2,as an experience altogether(meaning for software,hardware-wise it blows away everything) isn't worse nor is it better than the HTC devices I've owned.The abscense of Sense will take a long getting used to,but I'll live with it.Meanwhile I'll be loving the speed,the power,the smoothness,the awesome camera and everything else that makes the device great.You know what I mean,right?
Thanks in advance guys!
PS:You don't have to answer all questions simultaneously,answering one or two will make me a happier SGS2 user.If you insist to answer to everything though I won't get mad at you obviously!
you can find many of these questions answered in the QA threads.
charging is about 3-3.5 hours.
I use mine as USB drive by enabling "USB Debugging" mode in the settings, it then becomes a couple of hard drives.
this is all I can answer off the top of my head
In wireless and network it says usb utilities and you can enable usb mode in there.
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Firstly thanks for the rapid replies guys!
Ok,I didn't know...Will also search the Q&A threads later,as suggested!
I found two more niggles I want to add to the questions.
1)Is there any way I can use the LED flash as a flashlight?Any apps from market?
2)Can't I change user agent in Samsung's browser?Can't seem to find an option...And I can't stand mobile versions of websites!
Thanks!
Unboxing right now.
So. Finally received my GS2 and in the process of unboxing. Reading these threads (spent 3 days in office doing nothing but ) have made me really anxious, but fingers crossed that everything'll be a-ok.
Gonna spend the next few days testing and putting the phone through it's paces. If you guys want me to test anything for you (or if there's anything specific I should check) let me know.
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Firstly thanks for the rapid replies guys!
Ok,I didn't know...Will also search the Q&A threads later,as suggested!
I found two more niggles I want to add to the questions.
1)Is there any way I can use the LED flash as a flashlight?Any apps from market?
2)Can't I change user agent in Samsung's browser?Can't seem to find an option...And I can't stand mobile versions of websites!
Thanks!
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come on ,in one sentence you promise to review the FAQ threads, and in the next sentence you ask more questions that were FAQed multiple times before
your answers
1) a myriad apps can use LED as flashlight. try "Search Light" or "TeslaLED" for example
2) to change the UA just type about:useragent in the browser address box, or install a different browser
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come on ,in one sentence you promise to review the FAQ threads, and in the next sentence you ask more questions that were FAQed multiple times before
your answers
1) a myriad apps can use LED as flashlight. try "Search Light" or "TeslaLED" for example
2) to change the UA just type about:useragent in the browser address box, or install a different browser
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I just realised I'm an arse,eh?
Well,right now I am very busy with some friends(Playing Pro Evolution on my PS3,hooked to my 42 inch TV,noice! ),so I'll check later on.Sorry about it though,I don't use to ask noobishly anymore!
As for number 1 I knew there are apps that do so,but I don't know if they are compatible.Will check and see!
Thanks for the second,saved my day!
And one more...I hope this one isn't answered in the FAQ!
Why the hell doesn't it show me the current in CurrentWidget?It says "No data" instead of x mA.That is nasty!
look for Flash Light LED (AE) on the market, its free, and doesnt need root
I want my link to show up on a search engine after some key words are searched, but how is it done effectively?
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I want my link to show up on a search engine after some key words are searched, but how is it done effectively?
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Mostly, you need websites with good authority within the same niche to link to that webpage/app while using similar keywords.
Social actions (shares, likes) are also taken into account to a lesser degree.
Hi everyone . Apologies if this question has been resolved before (and I've missed the answer) but as someone with limited technical knowledge I've been unable to sort a problem with my new fire 10 HD tablet that I modified using the wonderful Toolbox provided on this site.
Basically If I use Google search everything works fine except if I try to narrow the results to images only ....no results are ever shown .
If I open chrome and search for images through the browser I get a few results in an old fashioned very limited format ..perhaps 15 small images at the top of the results page.
The only way I have found to get the expected results page is to choose "desktop site " once I'm on the Google search page that comes up when selecting a new tab.
All is fine with bing and others and I have no similar issues with Google or chrome image results on another older android tablet.
If anyone can suggest a solution or an explanation it would be very much appreciated.
Many thanks for your help
All the best
Bill in Devon ,UK .
willywombat said:
Hi everyone . Apologies if this question has been resolved before (and I've missed the answer) but as someone with limited technical knowledge I've been unable to sort a problem with my new fire 10 HD tablet that I modified using the wonderful Toolbox provided on this site.
Basically If I use Google search everything works fine except if I try to narrow the results to images only ....no results are ever shown .
If I open chrome and search for images through the browser I get a few results in an old fashioned very limited format ..perhaps 15 small images at the top of the results page.
The only way I have found to get the expected results page is to choose "desktop site " once I'm on the Google search page that comes up when selecting a new tab.
All is fine with bing and others and I have no similar issues with Google or chrome image results on another older android tablet.
If anyone can suggest a solution or an explanation it would be very much appreciated.
Many thanks for your help
All the best
Bill in Devon ,UK .
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Amazon WebView provider is too older, crappy and isn't fully updated. You can use Firefox browser from Google Play store to make it modern and newer appearance of Google search.
AmznUser444 Dev said:
Amazon WebView provider is too older, crappy and isn't fully updated. You can use Firefox browser from Google Play store to make it modern and newer appearance of Google search.
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Thanks for taking time to explain that ..much appreciated. It's strange I have been unable to find any answers ,in relation to this , anywhere on the web .There must be many people with the same problem.