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Is there a way to get the Tab to display downloaded apps in alphabetical order? My other Android devices all mange to do it.
Ive noticed that if you delete a app, and then download a new one it, that app will get placed in that "empty" spot in alpha order, also there should be a search function like the htc's
If you're talking about the Launcher Tray, TouchWiz (the Samsung Launcher) just plain doesn't do this. You can use a replacement launcher like ADW, ADW EX, Launcher Pro, Home+, Open Home, et cetera. Most Launcher's do, with reason, alphabetize, but Samsung's does not, and has no setting to make it sort.
... or you can manually rearrange the icons. Applications>Soft Menu Button>Edit ... Drag&Drop
just cls cache in apps management
Jarez - could you walk me through the steps to do that? thanks
Mike
The best option is to throw touchwiz away and install LauncherPro, ADW or so... it will make your life happier in the end...
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hi, can somebody elaborate on the steps to do this. many thanks.
This works: Go to Settings->Applications->Manage Applications->All tab->Samsung Home and click on Clear cache.
Note: This will clear your widgets and desktop settings too.
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This works: Go to Settings->Applications->Manage Applications->All tab->Samsung Home and click on Clear cache.
Note: This will clear your widgets and desktop settings too.
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When you say clear do you mean remove them? I only want to have them in order not removed completely.
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This works: Go to Settings->Applications->Manage Applications->All tab->Samsung Home and click on Clear cache.
Note: This will clear your widgets and desktop settings too.
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thanks, as this will clear my desktop settings, i think i'll skip it for now....
EDV11 said:
The best option is to throw touchwiz away and install LauncherPro, ADW or so... it will make your life happier in the end...
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This really is the best advice. You're better off getting used to a more advanced launcher replacement early on, than regularly butting up against the limitations of the stock or Samsusng ones until you finally give in and use one. YMMV, but if you use your Tab a lot, you'll appreciate the added features. There are plenty out there, but LP and ADW are the most popular and certainly the easiest ones to find help/info on on the forums.
I would suggest you get ADW Launcher or ADW Launcher Ex (seems to be a tad faster than ADW) if you want to retain the horizontal pagination style of the app drawer. It also sorts alphabetically and has catalogs which let you create icon groups.
I find ADW Launcher Ex is the closest to TouchWiz when configured correctly. It also has the option of coloring the icons' backgrounds similar to what TouchWiz does if a bit off from the original. Then again no launcher is perfect.
I've actually recently fallen in love with the "4D" vertical in ADW Ex. The little flow at the top and bottom is nice, but in general the verticals with the smooth unpaginated view seems to make it faster for me to get where I want to go, especially as an app junkie. It seems like the paginated ones in any launcher are just a bit slower to load too (maybe determining the page breaks, I don't know). I also agree that none is perfect, but ADW is getting there
Is there a way to organise the icons alphabetically? Maybe I am missing it but I can't see it anywhere.
Just press on applications. Then press the menu soft key and select list view.
Hope that helps.
Thanks
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jimishanster82 said:
Just press on applications. Then press the menu soft key and select list view.
Hope that helps.
Thanks
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Thanks but is it possible to do this on grid view?
Go to Settings > Applications > Manage Applications and delete the program data for Touchwiz.
That should make it re-order everything alphabetically when it's next launched
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Go to Settings > Applications > Manage Applications and delete the program data for Touchwiz.
That should make it re-order everything alphabetically when it's next launched
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Thanks, will give that a shot. There is also AppZorter Lite for TouchWiz in the Market for those who are interested.
If you are feeling a little bit adventurous, I highly recommend the Enhanced TouchWiz launcher. It has opened up a lot of options such as automatic app drawer grid sorting, app drawer customization, default home screen customization etc. Just make sure you read the thread and download all the necessary files to get it running on your SGS2. I'm using it on Infusion ROM and it works fine.
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Go to Settings > Applications > Manage Applications and delete the program data for Touchwiz.
That should make it re-order everything alphabetically when it's next launched
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It also deletes all your widgets and panels, reverting to initial default widgets, naughty one
AaronUK said:
Thanks, will give that a shot. There is also AppZorter Lite for TouchWiz in the Market for those who are interested.
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Tried it on my stock 2.3.3 w/ CF kernel. App forecloses upon running sort.
i installed appzorter light, and it worked for me on kf3 xeu stock unrooted.
when i first started it after the installation, it didn't work, it has to be started from the app drawer, but then with one click it sorted my apps alphabetically. also, it is capable of closing gaps when an app is removed. it's slim and does what is supposed to.
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Tried it on my stock 2.3.3 w/ CF kernel. App forecloses upon running sort.
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That issue should be fixed now, try the new version (1.0.4).
"appzorter" downloadable from the market will alphabetically arrange your program icons in the app drawer for touchwiz UI
Hi friends,
Anyone got a good launcher other than Go ,ADW, Launcher Pro, etc ....one good for the transformer and that does not have a dock on the left, or bottom.
The main thing I am trying to do is get rid of 5 scrollable screens, I just want 3. Any modification ideas??
MasterfullDON said:
Hi friends,
Anyone got a good launcher other than Go ,ADW, Launcher Pro, etc ....one good for the transformer and that does not have a dock on the left, or bottom.
The main thing I am trying to do is get rid of 5 scrollable screens, I just want 3. Any modification ideas??
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You can remove the dock with ADW. But you have to add a shortcut to open the app drawer.
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.vtlab.launcher&feature=search_result is a honeycomb optimized launcher I believe. check that out. ive never used it though
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You can remove the dock with ADW. But you have to add a shortcut to open the app drawer.
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.vtlab.launcher&feature=search_result is a honeycomb optimized launcher I believe. check that out. ive never used it though
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From the description:
"VTL.Launcher - Tablet Optimized - Scrolling Docks - Scrolling Widgets - And More
***NOT FOR HONEYCOMB YET***
Pretty sure it is only optimized for Gingerbread on larger screens. I tried this one about a month ago and was really disappointed.
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From the description:
"VTL.Launcher - Tablet Optimized - Scrolling Docks - Scrolling Widgets - And More
***NOT FOR HONEYCOMB YET***
Pretty sure it is only optimized for Gingerbread on larger screens. I tried this one about a month ago and was really disappointed.
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Aww that sucks. I just remember reading a article about it but never really looked into it. Looking forward to it's release. bummer
You can get rid of screens using ADW just select edit and select the screens you do not need. You can also hide the dock but add a short cut for the app panel on the desktop.
Hi Everyone
Ok thanks for your advise, I have loaded ADW and successfully configured it nicely, however I removed my old system launcher, and put this ADW launcher in the system app section. Now everytime I boot, the thing reinstalls wiping my settings....
Does anyone have experience if you make ADW a ststem app, why does it reinstall each time you restart (wiping all user settings) and is there a way aroun d it? an odex file maybe?
why do you want it to run as a system app?
because its better than stock app...do remove stock app to replace with this makes life easy and bloat free...Also if someone with no understanding of programming deletes this app (wife or Kids or my parents) then I have to do a CWM recovery----I dont want to do that....
Set ADW as your default launcher and use an autorun manager to stop the stock launcher from running at boot-up. Problem solved.
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You can get rid of screens using ADW just select edit and select the screens you do not need. You can also hide the dock but add a short cut for the app panel on the desktop.
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You can also usethe gestures to open apps. I swipe up for that and swipe down for hiding dock bar.
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boglwe said:
You can also usethe gestures to open apps. I swipe up for that and swipe down for hiding dock bar.
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Thanks for the info..!
I used up for "open app drawer" and down for "show information panel" or whatever the small dock at the lower right is called.
Ok guys Apex Launcher has dropped the beta tag and now it is available on Google Play...
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...sMSwxLDIxMiwiY29tLmFuZGRvZXMubGF1bmNoZXIiXQ..
Powerful, fast, and highly customizable home replacement for Android 4.0+.
Apex Launcher helps you create a customized homescreen experience on your Ice Cream Sandwich (Android 4.0) device.
Features:
- Customizable homescreen grid size and up to 9 homescreens
- Scrollable dock with up to 7 icons per page and up to 5 pages
- Infinite & elastic scrolling (homescreen, drawer and dock)
- Fancy transition effects (tablet, cube, etc.)
- Hide elements as you want (persistent search bar, status bar, or even the dock)
- Customizable icons and labels for shortcuts and folders
- Choose different folder preview styles and background
- Multiple drawer styles (transparent/opaque, horizontal/vertical, paginated/continuous)
- Drawer apps sorting (title, install date, mostly used)
- Hide apps from the drawer
- Lock your desktop to prevent accidental changes
- Enjoy homescreen gestures (pinch, swipe up/down, double tap)
- Backup/restore settings and data
- Optimized for both phones and tablets
- Lots of other customization options!
NOTE: Due to limitations of the Android framework, you won't be able to add widgets from the drawer unless Apex Launcher is installed as a system app (root required). Please read the FAQ for more information.
Tips:
- Pinch the screen to access screen previews (like Exposé or HTC Sense).
- Long press an icon to drag and drop it over another one to create a folder.
- Long press icons/folders on the desktop and choose edit from the popup menu to customize icons and labels.
- Drag, hover, and drop app icons over the delete button at the top of the screen to quickly uninstall apps.
- Long press an app in the hide apps list to quickly launch that app.
- Reboot after installing as system app (root required) to add widgets from the drawer.
Permissions:
- BIND_APPWIDGET: Required to add widgets from the drawer (only if installed as system app).
- CALL_PHONE: Create direct-dial shortcuts on the homescreen.
- EXPAND_STATUS_BAR/SET_WALLPAPER/SET_WALLPAPER_HINTS/VIBRATE: Standard launcher functions.
- INTERNET/ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: Check for updates and anonymous usage/error reporting (optional).
- WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE: Backup/restore settings and data.
Another launcher to choose from.
Will give it a shot soon.
pls upload
it appeard that my phone is incompatible, thus, i cant install the launcher from googleplay.
since its free, anyone kind enuf to upload it here as an attached file??
How do you apply themes to this launcher?
nshaziq89 said:
it appeard that my phone is incompatible, thus, i cant install the launcher from googleplay.
since its free, anyone kind enuf to upload it here as an attached file??
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Its only for ICS
Can I use this in CM9 beta4 rom?
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rmasangcay said:
Can I use this in CM9 beta4 rom?
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Yes, it is for that ROM only.
Been using it most of the day and i like it a lot!
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Been using it most of the day and i like it a lot!
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Been using for a week and like it... me gusta!
I was born in the '90's... 1290's >
Is there a way to make this compatible with the lg thrive plz, I would be greatfull.
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singular9 said:
Is there a way to make this compatible with the lg thrive plz, I would be greatfull.
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compatible with any device, you need ICS...
I was born in the '90's... 1290's >
I have installed it successfully as a regular app on my SGS running ICSSGS RC4.2.
Would it create a problem if I make it a system app considering that this is an odexed ROM.?
EDIT: Converted to system app with no issues so far.
System app
How to install as a System app in GNex ?
To be totally honest..
Apex Launcher > Nova Launcher
It has all the tweaks I need and it's probably the most stable ICS based launcher I've used so far.
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anndalis said:
How to install as a System app in GNex ?
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just copy the apk file to system/app folder using any file manager like ES or root explorer.. and restart your phone...
Ooh! Looks nice, gonna try it out on my OV w/ CM9
APUS Launcher
- small
- fast
- no apk drawer (like MIUI and iOS)
- widget support
- inegrated notification toolbar
- wallpaper blur
- quick settings
- smart folders
- Apus wallpapers
- swipe to switch folders
- photo story
UPDATE: APUS v1.3.3 Update
1.APUS Wallpaper, providing beautiful, high quality and free wallpapers.
2.Swipe to switch different folders, improved efficiency of opening apps.
3.APUS Tools supported. You can easy to launch useful tools.
4.Apps in folder can be sorted by alphabetical or use frequency.
5.Arabic, German, French, Hindi, Indonesian, Thai, Italian, Vietnamese supported.
IMO this is best launcher without apk-drawer on Playstore
chekit out
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apusapps.launcher&hl=en
I don't find any reason for accessing internet with a time gap even when the recommended apps list is off. And by killing the background apps completely you can boost any launcher. So nothing special.
I switched to it. Had to turn app recommend off. Was using nova prime like everyone bit fed up with tinkering and the space all those custom packs take up
Y would you want to make your phone like an iPhone?
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it'a cool launcher... really small and fast
i hope they will improve wallpapers application and few things
i like custom quick settings menu, it's very useful because on stock rom You can use the torch and the rotation tile for example
Ben36 said:
Y would you want to make your phone like an iPhone?
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Because Nexus
Ben36 said:
Y would you want to make your phone like an iPhone?
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Why*
This is an ignorant statement.
Why would you make your phone like Ubuntu?
Why would you make your phone like Firefox?
Why would you make your phone like Windows?
Why would you make your phone like ChromeOS?
Because Android. That's why.
We can ultimately customize our phone to whatever degree we wish, why not take advantage of it?
Hi. Does anyone know how to uninstall the apus launcher? There is no uninstall option in the playstore, es file explorer deletes the file but the app generates it again and deactivating it from the settings doesnt work aswell it activates on its own. I would like to use the normal google launcher and delete all apps that i dont need.
Many thanks
chitt_chelios said:
Hi. Does anyone know how to uninstall the apus launcher? There is no uninstall option in the playstore, es file explorer deletes the file but the app generates it again and deactivating it from the settings doesnt work aswell it activates on its own. I would like to use the normal google launcher and delete all apps that i dont need.
Many thanks
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Uninstall it under settings.
I tried this launcher. Didn't look light and small. I still haven' find better launchers as apex or nova.
@Mario thanks but tried it all...wont work.
APUS
Cool!
Tried it, it was fast and snappy but I just couldn't get past the bloat,
Feedback,themes, wallpapers of Asian girls, and the other icons in the app draw, I removed many features in the settings to help.
If it was light without that stuff it would be great, I like nova and apex too much
republicano said:
Tried it, it was fast and snappy but I just couldn't get past the bloat,
Feedback,themes, wallpapers of Asian girls, and the other icons in the app draw, I removed many features in the settings to help.
If it was light without that stuff it would be great, I like nova and apex too much
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Try the Nokia one. No bloat. Takes widget and icons. No app draw. Learns to prioritise the apps You use. Just saying...
zerosum0 said:
Try the Nokia one. No bloat. Takes widget and icons. No app draw. Learns to prioritise the apps You use. Just saying...
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I second that .. The nokia z launcher is epic
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ACOS Launcher is better
ACOS Launcher -Smallest, Fastest Launcher with Airdrop, boost, save more power & search easily.
Thanks!
Thanks for the support!