Hi,
Has anyone tried changing the DPI setting under the official ICS release?? either to something above 160 (phone mode), or 160 or below (tablet mode)? did it work?
im reluctant to try it since i read somewhere that someone tried it on a galaxy s 2 and it hung on boot, and I dont have CWM recovery installed yet to do a backup (am guessing we need to wait for ChainFire to compile a kernel with CWM support in it...)
thanks
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I tried 280 and 260, both the times I soft bricked and had to revert to CM9.
I used LCD Density modder, if that helps.
I tried the method outlined in this post, and now I am likewise at 240 on LPY without issue.
I run in 260 as well, used root explorer to modify the build.prop
160 to 239 cause systemui crashes. Dont know how to fix them
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240 for me, used ROM toolbox
Dpi changer doesn't work with ICS (I don't think)
Change DPI is safe with Root Explorer or ROM toolbox, other apps can brick you ROM. 280dpi is ok, but if you set anything lower - you get force closes at many apps.
anonymous572 said:
Change DPI is safe with Root Explorer or ROM toolbox, other apps can brick you ROM. 280dpi is ok, but if you set anything lower - you get force closes at many apps.
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I've only had 1 FC since Saturday when I flashed the German release. That a happy trade off for the extra real estate
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Thanks
Thanks guys... i installed Rom toolbox pro, set it to 240, and its at least successfully rebooted... ill post if i get any probs, but its looking like a much more approriate size for stuff on this screen. Has anyone dared go to 160 to see if tablet mode works???
As another poster above, I tried a few settings below 240 and it caused mass fcs. 240 seems to be lowest available.
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Wow! thats so much better... reminds me of when i went to full dpi on Tosh e800 back in the day... im liking
240 with out any problems!
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I used rom toolbox to lower my dpi but it doesn't let you go back to 320.
Lcd density pro does weird things - my keyboard was all goofed up. Like the screen was 320 but my keyboard was 280
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ChodTheWacko said:
I used rom toolbox to lower my dpi but it doesn't let you go back to 320.
Lcd density pro does weird things - my keyboard was all goofed up. Like the screen was 320 but my keyboard was 280
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I used LCD density pro and it works fine with me. Initially, reboot your system and apply dpi changes and reboot device again. Lets see if that'll work.
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why wasted money when you can always do it manually?
root explorer/root browser ---> System/Build.Prop
adjust your LCD density to whatever you like. Edit both of them...
thehackersz said:
why wasted money when you can always do it manually?
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You can always use other free repositories instead of google play (market).
ChodTheWacko said:
I used rom toolbox to lower my dpi but it doesn't let you go back to 320.
Lcd density pro does weird things - my keyboard was all goofed up. Like the screen was 320 but my keyboard was 280
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Rom Toolbox won't let you go back higher than 280 if you use the optimizer function with the slider.
Therefore you can use the build.prop editor (underneath the optimizer). Look for both entries ro.sf.lcd_density and change it 2 times manually to 320.
Exit and reboot
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how about that for GB 2.3?
I got force closes on youtube at 240 dpi which I think is down to the dpi. Chrome seems to hate custom dpi. No other problems. Still, looking forward to a paranoid android for the note.
I have read that you should go into market and clear data after you change dpi otherwise it can get upset.
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how about that for GB 2.3?
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you can use root explorer method to. change the dpi setting under build.pro
GB only 1 need to adjust
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I changed my screen density to 160 after installing CM9 by editing build.prop. Now, I can't get it to go back to 240 when I want to download/update apps from the market. I can edit and save build.prop and it shows that my settings have saved in the file, but nothing I do can get it to revert back. What am I doing wrong?
Try rebooting the phone after you change it back to 240
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Try rebooting the phone after you change it back to 240
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Yes, I did that. In fact, I rebooted multiple times. I even left the setting at 240 and cleared my market data to see if I could just trick it into thinking I was using a supported screen density. It still won't let me download/update most apps. The problem also persisted after I upgraded from Alpha1 to Alpha2.
Try an lcd density changer app from the market. Are u able to dl one of those?
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DrKaotica said:
Try an lcd density changer app from the market. Are u able to dl one of those?
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Yeah, I had originally used the LCD Resolution app, but it wouldn't work. I just tried it again now and it still won't work. This app doesn't seem to even be able to change build.prop which is why I ended up trying to change it manually.
Also, I mistyped, my current density is set at 190, not 160, for those of you wondering why I'm still getting Market incompatibility messages at a supported resolution.
I just tried using LCD Density Modder and it worked. I would like to know what it does that the other app, and editing build.prop manually didn't do, if anyone knows.
Lmfao 160??? How did you even see the app to install? Hahahaha glad it worked for you
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Lmfao 160??? How did you even see the app to install? Hahahaha glad it worked for you
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That was a typo, I meant 190. Although I tried 160 with the Font set to huge and it wasn't too bad.
Just reflash the rom. It'll reset the dpi
djmeph said:
I just tried using LCD Density Modder and it worked. I would like to know what it does that the other app, and editing build.prop manually didn't do, if anyone knows.
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Thanks, this is what was holding me back from cm9
I kinda like 180 but dialer crashes when you make a call. What is everyones favorite density? 190? looks like 183 is there lowest you can go without the dialer crashing.
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I kinda like 180 but dialer crashes when you make a call. What is everyones favorite density? 190? looks like 183 is there lowest you can go without the dialer crashing.
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Too small man I went with 210 just a bit smaller and looked clean and still had good size to it.
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Too small man I went with 210 just a bit smaller and looked clean and still had good size to it.
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Ya... It would be nice if everything scaled correctly though!
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Too small man I went with 210 just a bit smaller and looked clean and still had good size to it.
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I don't think 160 is too small at all, it was my default on CM7, it also clears up a lot of Market incompatibilities, and gives the tablet interface for some apps (Netflix)... But it crashes the dialer and task switcher on CM9.
182 is the lowest possible in CM9, unless you don't want to use the task switcher or make/receive phone calls.
I tried to change mine and my phone kept saying touchwiz home failed to launch and I couldnt do anything..
Is there no way to change density?
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Try another launcher.
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Try another launcher.
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I tried changing my density using GO launcher and lcd resolution and i wasn't able to.:crying:
If anyone has a working solution i'd be happy to hear it.
I'm using att version with nova launcher and tried lcd modder pro. Wouldn't boot. I used toolbox lite and now have 241 dpi and very happy with the rom ultimatum, 1.0.1
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I believe this is an ICS issue. I had a Galaxy S II and LCD changer apps worked fine on Gingerbread. When it got upgraded to ICS, none of the standalone apps worked anymore and the only one I was able to use to change density was ROM Toolbox Lite.
1. Get ROM Toolbox Lite from Play Store
2. Select "Performance" tab
3. Go into "build.prop tweaks"
4. Reduce density to artificially increase screen resolution
5. Reboot and enjoy
I have verified this to work on Galaxy S III with 300, 280, and 260 dpi. Make sure to do Nandroid before doing this and don't go higher than factory density because it may not boot.
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dotson817 said:
I tried to change mine and my phone kept saying touchwiz home failed to launch and I couldnt do anything..
Is there no way to change density?
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Touchwiz doesn't like multi dpi. Your going to either have to mods some apps to work at the preferred dpi or wait for aosp/aokp/miui
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I believe this is an ICS issue. I had a Galaxy S II and LCD changer apps worked fine on Gingerbread. When it got upgraded to ICS, none of the standalone apps worked anymore and the only one I was able to use to change density was ROM Toolbox Lite.
1. Get ROM Toolbox Lite from Play Store
2. Select "Performance" tab
3. Go into "build.prop tweaks"
4. Reduce density to artificially increase screen resolution
5. Reboot and enjoy
I have verified this to work on Galaxy S III with 300, 280, and 260 dpi. Make sure to do Nandroid before doing this and don't go higher than factory density because it may not boot.
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THANKS!!!! this worked like a charm a 240dpi...the playstore works perfect. but it breaks the sliding toggles and volume boost in phone app
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After adjusting the lcd density From 213 default to 175, I can't scroll past 30 apps or so in the market. It just stops, as opposed to having hundreds of choices.
Also, searching for apps I know exist, don't appear.
Anyone else having problems?
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Have you tried rebooting?
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Have you tried rebooting?
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Yes
I recall having a similar issue with my sgs2 when i changed the density i installed this and it did the trick
LCD Density Modder
joshtb86 said:
After adjusting the lcd density From 213 default to 175, I can't scroll past 30 apps or so in the market. It just stops, as opposed to having hundreds of choices.
Also, searching for apps I know exist, don't appear.
Anyone else having problems?
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you break market by running a non standard density. You can find modified market apks or directions on how to do it yourself here at xda, so don't feel like you have to buy an app to do that.
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you break market by running a non standard density. You can find modified market apks or directions on how to do it yourself here at xda, so don't feel like you have to buy an app to do that.
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any links to one or where i could find the info? thanks!
i attempted to use lcd density monitor, which completely broke the device causing force closes with everythijng so i am now looking to reflash stock and go from there.
try to uninstall market and reinstall that may fix the compatibilty issues
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I recall having a similar issue with my sgs2 when i changed the density i installed this and it did the trick
LCD Density Modder
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This app does work on other devices but do not use this app on your nexus 7, the current version soft-bricks your nexus and you have to flash the stock image from google and lose everything. maybe a future version will work but this will not help you. (no fault of yours to suggest this!)
I am having the same problem with market
AND the copy and paste bar wont appear after lowering <= 175
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This app does work on other devices but do not use this app on your nexus 7, the current version soft-bricks your nexus and you have to flash the stock image from google and lose everything. maybe a future version will work but this will not help you. (no fault of yours to suggest this!)
I am having the same problem with market
AND the copy and paste bar wont appear after lowering <= 175
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yes im now stuck in an un-able to connect via ADB mode. i managed to flash stock, but cannot restore my toolkit backup because ADB wont recognize the device
Please use lcd density of 160.
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Is it possible to change the density to a lower density like the Galaxy Tab 10 density?
And only until i reboot?
I ask because some apps display it very small (CHIP Magazine, Weekend Magazine, ..) because of the high density.
So i want to change the density and afterwards i can read the magazines.
If i am finished i reboot and all is back to normal.
Root is available.
DPI!
I used this "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.marutian.dpichanger&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDEsImNvbS5tYXJ1dGlhbi5kcGljaGFuZ2VyIl0." To change DPI on my Nexus 10, Deafult DPI is 320 just incase you want to revert back to normal.
Remember not to change DPI "Numbers" From 320 to 100, Keep testing before you end up on one, Since this tread has nothing else to talk about. Let me know your DPI,.
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I used this "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.marutian.dpichanger&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDEsImNvbS5tYXJ1dGlhbi5kcGljaGFuZ2VyIl0." To change DPI on my Nexus 10, Deafult DPI is 320 just incase you want to revert back to normal.
Remember not to change DPI "Numbers" From 320 to 100, Keep testing before you end up on one, Since this tread has nothing else to talk about. Let me know your DPI,.
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Thanks, i will check this.
Which DPI do you use?
I want to have it like the Galaxy Tab 10.1 because the magazines should now be readable.
This is my go to density changer but you must be rooted
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...251bGwsMSwxLDEwOSwibHYubjNvLmxjZGRlbnNpdHkiXQ..
play with your numbers until magazines looks good for you.
hope that helps.
Hmm, does PA's (ParanoidAndroid I think) ROM allow per-app DPI? I believe it does, but I never tried it.
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This is my go to density changer but you must be rooted
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...251bGwsMSwxLDEwOSwibHYubjNvLmxjZGRlbnNpdHkiXQ..
play with your numbers until magazines looks good for you.
hope that helps.
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Not so good, after changing the DPI to, for example, 240 the tablet doesn't start anymore.
I have to reinstall it.
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Hmm, does PA's (ParanoidAndroid I think) ROM allow per-app DPI? I believe it does, but I never tried it.
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WOW this would be an great feature.
Have you PA installed on your tablet? If yes can you please try it out if it is working?
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chrisonline said:
Thanks, i will check this.
Which DPI do you use?
I want to have it like the Galaxy Tab 10.1 because the magazines should now be readable.
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I like to keep my tablet as stock as possible with root, I'm on 320 DPI but i recommend going to 260 if you are on a Nexus Device.
Density changer works fine. I usually set to 268 but yes I believe PA does support this
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Paranoid Android does indeed have per app dpi. Set each app to whatever you want it to be without effecting others.
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Paranoid Android does indeed have per app dpi. Set each app to whatever you want it to be without effecting others.
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Yes. This is your best bet. Makes customizing every app the way you want.
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Yes. This is your best bet. Makes customizing every app the way you want.
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Yes, but it does only FAKE the properties of a changed DPI, but does not really change the DPI from the tablet or phone.
And also if you change the the resolution.
The app means you have a lower or higher resolution, but it does not really change the resolution of the tab.
I need a real change of the resolution because the magazines are tiny in the middle of the screen.
It does not fill the whole screen because of the high resolution.
Having been a flash'o'holic with my note 1 I really want to keep stock tw on the new note 3 for all the spen stuff. But I can't stand 340 dpi, is there going to be a way to switch this to at least 240 when we all finally get our notes? Or will it take awhile and involve custom sam apps to get this working? Failing that I fear I'll be rooting and flashing within the first month just hate everything blown up looking, this is the reason we buy big screen phones? For the extra screen space not a magnified look..
Chances are that many of the s-pen feature apps/functions will not work well with lower DPI... I'm just guessing from my experiences with both the GN1 AND GN2
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This will be my first time purchasing a GN phone...so when you root it you will not be able to use the s pen features? It cannot be implemented into the ROM?
thinkjoey said:
This will be my first time purchasing a GN phone...so when you root it you will not be able to use the s pen features? It cannot be implemented into the ROM?
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it can be in tw roms but not aosp roms. and he is saying that adjusting the dpi may mess with the s pen features since they are set up for stock standard sized tw
oneandroidnut said:
it can be in tw roms but not aosp roms. and he is saying that adjusting the dpi may mess with the s pen features since they are set up for stock standard sized tw
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I understand what he was inquiring about...I just had a side question. Makes sense on both accounts...whether you mess with dpi on stock or not...could affect it.
thanks for answering
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Chances are that many of the s-pen feature apps/functions will not work well with lower DPI... I'm just guessing from my experiences with both the GN1 AND GN2
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I forgot what xposed framework app it was, but after changing dpi to 240 or 270, you could set other stock apps (like clock, phone, s-planner, etc) back to the stock dpi for no impact.
Its called app settings i believe
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I love xposed..... That is a must on the Note 3!
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Agreed, 240 dpi rules
I used 240 dpi on my note 2 as well and that was very nice and worked perfectly with the spen.
But 240 will be to small on a 1080p screen (I run my s4 at 360 which is pretty much the same look) I guess everything will work just perfectly like it did in the note 2 @ 240 dpi. Looks the same
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Stock dpi for the N3 will be 480. You can bring it down to 320 and it will be the same effect of going from 320 to 240 on the N2
And changing the screen DPI shouldn't affect the S-Pen features. From what I've read, The overflow feature it has is based on a sensor on the phone and pressing the button on the S-Pen. Every other input the S-Pen has will work fine as well.
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Stock dpi for the N3 will be 480. You can bring it down to 320 and it will be the same effect of going from 320 to 240 on the N2
And changing the screen DPI shouldn't affect the S-Pen features. From what I've read, The overflow feature it has is based on a sensor on the phone and pressing the button on the S-Pen. Every other input the S-Pen has will work fine as well.
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How did you do to change dpi on note 3?
i'm still looking, can't stant 460 dpi ...
Xposed App Settings to change DPI
ravni said:
How did you do to change dpi on note 3?
i'm still looking, can't stant 460 dpi ...
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Just use Xposed App setting after installing Xposed Framework .
Im running certain apps on 360 dpi without any problems with S-Pen features. Although I do feel that 360 is a tad too small on certain apps but again you can customize it for each app.
solodevil1986 said:
Just use Xposed App setting after installing Xposed Framework .
Im running certain apps on 360 dpi without any problems with S-Pen features. Although I do feel that 360 is a tad too small on certain apps but again you can customize it for each app.
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Did you switch to 360? And how did you do it? No problems at all?
/CK
I too have just come from a note 1 and done something that was probably silly.
I rooted my note 3 and changed the build.prop to 260dpi with rom toolbox but when it booted the system ui fc's and I can't get anywhere.
After failing to open any apps, I went to recovery and wiped data, rebooted and dpi change has remained.
Is there anyway I can revert or at least get it working without flashing another rom? If it's the rom, can the stock one be picked up from anywhere?
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Also, the reactivation lock is set back to on. Not sure how as I turned it off to root. Now I can't seem to flash a custom recovery due to that I think. Any ideas?
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Also, the reactivation lock is set back to on. Not sure how as I turned it off to root. Now I can't seem to flash a custom recovery due to that I think. Any ideas?
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Dude, YOU'RE DOOMED! Lol.
Do you know if you activated debugging mode and have your PC authorised at all? If so, You could pull the build.prop, edit it put it back and keep your fingers crossed.
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Could you adb pull the build.prop, edit it, then push it back?
Okay guys summerizing, change the build.prop dont work. Only Xposed work until today?!
360 dpi for note 3 is awesome
happy with 320 on my note3 using app settings/xposed..no problems with spen.
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