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[Q]How Do You Install Custom Android THEMES

XDA,
Just wanted to know how can I, we add themes to our Android builds. For example, this UltraLinx Desire Theme Thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=736987
I currently have Metamorph, but nothing is working for me. Just wanted to know if anyone is able to add custom themes and how.

misleading title, you shouldve put [Q] instead of [How-to]
but i belive i read that Metamorph does not work on the HD2.

mr_billionaire said:
misleading title, you shouldve put [Q] instead of [How-to]
but i belive i read that Metamorph does not work on the HD2.
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Wrong. Metamorph works for me, but check for each theme their compatibility.
For example, the metamorph theme often need for modding the toolbar, that you have cyanogen (shubcraft hd2 roms for example)
Changing battery icon often didn't need anything special and should work.
For exemple on my shubcraft build :
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
It can be tricky to know what works and doesnt on our distro, so always make a complete titanium backup before, in case your system doesnt boot anymore.

kuntri said:
XDA,
Just wanted to know how can I, we add themes to our Android builds. For example, this UltraLinx Desire Theme Thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=736987
I currently have Metamorph, but nothing is working for me. Just wanted to know if anyone is able to add custom themes and how.
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Change the title if you want more people to help you... I thought this was a how to...
I will be posting a how-to on my site soon...
In the meantime, for system themes: simply replace the the drawable-hdpi in framework-res.apk/res with the one from the theme you want. use adb push to put back into the phone.
On my build, since there's no recovery mode where we can safely change system files in use, I had to reset my email accounts and wallpaper settings after this...
no biggie...

pongster said:
Change the title if you want more people to help you... I thought this was a how to...
I will be posting a how-to on my site soon...
In the meantime, for system themes: simply replace the the drawable-hdpi in framework-res.apk/res with the one from the theme you want. use adb push to put back into the phone.
On my build, since there's no recovery mode where we can safely change system files in use, I had to reset my email accounts and wallpaper settings after this...
no biggie...
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Sichroteph said:
Wrong. Metamorph works for me, but check for each theme their compatibility.
For example, the metamorph theme often need for modding the toolbar, that you have cyanogen (shubcraft hd2 roms for example)
Changing battery icon often didn't need anything special and should work.
For exemple on my shubcraft build :
It can be tricky to know what works and doesnt on our distro, so always make a complete titanium backup before, in case your system doesnt boot anymore.
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mr_billionaire said:
misleading title, you shouldve put [Q] instead of [How-to]
but i belive i read that Metamorph does not work on the HD2.
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Thanks fellaz

metamorph does work
I use the donator version and was able to successfully use the zen theme and a few more themes
however, I have been receiving issues with installing others (eg nextTang for example)
What I've been doing/done that hasn't worked is
I create a file in the root directory of my storage card, make the system folder and copy the theme files to the system (eg app, lib, res)
but my android gets a reboot sequence. It never boots after I apply the theme
I should clarify this is on shub 1.4b cm6 rc3 I tried that method
I also tried editing the htcupdate_leo.tar.gz in which the system file is in (copying the files from there) but I can't boot afterward. The boot splash reloops
any help is super appreciated
edit pongster where in the heck is your site????

Been tryingt to change the ugly stock sense theme all day without luck.
Tried metamorph even the pro version, then to replace files in root framework also creating framework folder in android build folder but nada, the phone will not boot after these tries. Kinda getting the feeling im not getting the right themes. Using darkstones latest.
Any links and howtos on successful theme installs?

inku79 said:
Been tryingt to change the ugly stock sense theme all day without luck.
Tried metamorph even the pro version, then to replace files in root framework also creating framework folder in android build folder but nada, the phone will not boot after these tries. Kinda getting the feeling im not getting the right themes. Using darkstones latest.
Any links and howtos on successful theme installs?
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with darkstones ROM's and builds you will need to delete the .odex file and the file you are about to push over before you can get it to work right. so in short the steps needed would be.
edit your theme to your liking
adb shell rm -r nameoforiginalfilestillonphone.apk /location/of/file
adb shell rm -r nameoforiginalfilestillonphone.odex /location/of/file
adb shell push nameoffileyouthemed.apk /location/you/deleted/from
adb shell reboot
this should work, but dont blame me if it doesnt.
i take no responsibility. this is simply what works for me when working with builds that have not yet been de-odexed

framework-res.apk does not seem to have a matching odex file. All the jar files have it but not apk.
ill give it a shot anyway.
no luck...
did however find out that placing the framework-res.apk on storage/android/root/system/framework does load it upon boot (saved my last crashed build by placing the original framework-res.apk there).
however have tried several framework-res.apk files from different themes... all of them crash my froyostone buid at the moment....sux :-(

Galaxy S Theme

Disclaimer:
I am not responsible for anything bad happens to your phone after you flash this theme.
Flash this theme at your own risk!!!
Just don't forget to nand backup your phone before flashing this theme.
Yet another theme ported to our phone.
Credits to steve_t, creator of this theme. See his thread here.
I checked this theme on Void#echo, LOL v1.2, and Megatron v.1 ROMs.
EDIT:
It is confirmed that this theme works on Void#echo, Void#delta, Devoid ypsilon, LOL v1.2, and Megatron v.1 ROMs.
It is reported that this theme works on Ubuntdroid 4, Optimus T P509
WARNING:
Partially working on OptimusX (FC on Market); see this post
Not working on Darkmoon v.2 and LOL v.1.4
For other ROMs, give it a try and tell us the result (i.e, working OK or not) so that others using same ROM with you will be assured whether to use this theme or not.
This theme has original/default window animation. See post #2 below to change window animation.
Download link: MediaFire
Instruction:
To apply, copy zip file to sd card and flash it.
Don't forget to nand backup your phone first!
After flashing, first boot may take longer time (3 ~ 10 mins)
Included in zip file:
The theme itself
AndroidParticles1 Blue boot animation. Credits to Dysgenic.
Themed Market v.2.3.2. Credits to 00.ante
Screenies:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}

Changing window animation
In case you want to change window animation, you can do it yourself. Try these steps: (as usual, do nand backup first before flashing)
Get xmlsForWindowAnimations.zip here
Extract it to your PC, there will be 5 new directories extracted.
On your PC, copy GalaxySThemeForO1.zip to a file, say you name it 'temp.zip'
Open temp.zip (just open, not extract). I use 7-zip here.
Navigate to directory 'system\framework', double click framework-res.apk, Continue navigating to directory 'res\anim'
Drag-drop all files in one directory (choose 1 directory among 5 extracted directories you got from xmlsForWindowAnimations.zip) into 'res\anim' directory
Close 7-zip, answer 'Yes' when asked whether to update framework-res.apk
If you know how to sign a zip file, do so, copy signed file to sd card and flash it.
Otherwise, copy temp.zip to sd card, reboot to recovery, choose 'Other' then 'Toggle Signature Verify', go back to main menu and flash 'temp.zip'
Reboot

I can't see the screenshot, is it dead link?

Reuploaded screenshot.
Can you see it now?

no probs with screenshots

works on void delta too.

Thanks for your info.

the icons in notification bar is in white colour like lol rom, not blue
im using void delta.

Those white icons belong to 3rd party apps?
If so, am afraid that we have to modify those 3rd party apps
If you think that is not the case, could you upload a screenshot?
Thanks

here we go,
just one doudt, i delested gingerbread folder from void settings , tht be the problem?
pressing power results in abnormal reboot straight from android logo without lg logo.
had to restore nand and now lots of apps fc :|
update : finally got it working, shudnt hav deleted gingerbread

is there any way to have battery meter in this theme?

After instaling this my market stop work only Fc on optimusXrom

Ater having spent one day using this theme i find it very clean, elegant although it is a little too blue .Stays as my theme of choice.
No fc's related to this theme. I am using devoid ypsilon.
Ignore spelling : English seems Greek to me

aragarm said:
After instaling this my market stop work only Fc on optimusXrom
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So is it ok if I assume that this theme partially working on OptimusX ROM? i.e., only market has FC?
Thanks

I'll try one more.

good theme

Change battery icons to battery meter
boykioy said:
is there any way to have battery meter in this theme?
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Yes, there is.
My post here may give you hint.

Good theme
Please make it with circular battery , transparent notification bar and better animation if possible.thanks
Sent from my LG-P500 using XDA App

This theme looks great with 140 dpi !

I like this theme very much. Thank you!
I want to use widgetlocker (installed on my phone) to lock the screen instead the theme default screen locker. Every time after phone reboot i get that default screen locker and i dont know how to disable it. Please help me!
Thank you!
LE: I can't install AndroidParticles2 animation. A tried to use adb comands in cmd. I get: "No such file or directory" error. Same problem with the terminal emulator. The 480x800 AndroidParticles2 is copied on the sdcard.

New SE Launcher + Timescape for O1

Want that new xperia launcher on your phone? Then mumble no more.
This mod will enable you to use the Xperia launcher plus timescape widgets on your Optimus One android phone
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
DISCLAIMER: I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANYTHING BLAH BLAH BLAH ETC.
WHAT YOU NEED
1. The flashable zip files containing the actual launcher and SE widgets(Download here)
2. Terminal emulator(free from market)
3. Executable script to modify build.prop(Download here)
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Make sure that the executable script(AKA "build") is placed in the root(meaning the base) of your SD card.
2. Using terminal emulator, input this command.(press enter after each line)
Code:
su
sh /sdcard/build
--this should change your build's manufacturer from LGE to Sony Ericsson--
--if an error appears, take note of the error message and post it here--
3. Reboot to recovey and flash SE_timescape.zip
4. Enjoy!!!!!
SMALL WARNING:
No undo.zip as of now, so if you're kind of fidgety on what's in your phone, stay away for now. But, if you have basic knowledge in removing system files, just fiddle with the zip file and you'll know exactly what to remove.
Bugs(help needed):
-app drawer button is placed a little bit high
-photo and video widget may present some errors
Thanks to cygnus of samdroid.net. Click here to visit the original thread

can i see the screenshot?

Screenies are up. I hope you like her, er I mean them.

Yo ungaze-dude you just posted wrong link you posted ungaze's data2sd link.

So that's why there's no one downloading the zip file. Thanks for pointing it out man.
Link fixed

i get this error in terminal "sed: -i requires an argument "

aragarm said:
i get this error in terminal "sed: -i requires an argument "
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funny, that shouldn't happen. try to re-download. this time I uploaded the one I actually used on my phone.

i am currently using se launcher (for xperia) how is it different with that? Also app drawer button is not high for my launcher.

This launcher sucks. App Drawer doesn't show all apps.

good work man ! but the timescape font is HUGE!
looks ugly :/

it wieked on CM 7.0.2 )
i flashed this archive into recovery
and before i changed this string in build.prop
ro.product.manufacturer=LGE
to
ro.product.manufacturer=Sony Ericsson

neimovirne said:
it wieked on CM 7.0.2 )
i flashed this archive into recovery
and before i changed this string in build.prop
ro.product.manufacturer=LGE
to
ro.product.manufacturer=Sony Ericsson
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That's exactly the same procedures as the 1st post.
the downloadable "build" script will automate the build prop change needed, while the SE_timescape.zip is a signed(edify) version of SEUX.zip.
About the fonts, YEP they're ugly alright(as you can see on my screenies) I wasn't really planning to use timescape but I really wanted the photo and video widget to work. So if anyone can help here, I'd greatly appreciate it.
Another thing, I wanted to use the SE launcher from this thread but was unsuccessful. Again, if anyone can help out, please do.
Even though it has a few bloats, I still like this launcher(+ photo widget and folders - really cool). I also think it's really fast. I don't have much time to tinker right now so any help would be greatly appreciated.

ungaze said:
That's exactly the same procedures as the 1st post.
the downloadable "build" script will automate the build prop change needed, while the SE_timescape.zip is a signed(edify) version of SEUX.zip.
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where do you see in the first post at least one file for flash recovery?

neimovirne said:
where do you see in the first post at least one file for flash recovery?
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WHAT YOU NEED
1. The flashable zip files containing the actual launcher and SE widgets(Download here) <-----HERE?!?!?!?!?!?
2. Terminal emulator(free from market)
3. Executable script to modify build.prop(Download here)
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Did you get to read the post?

ungaze said:
Did you get to read the post?
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I downloaded this archive but it was not clear files, not like in the archive that sent me
and by the way, on my phone works all widgets

neimovirne said:
I downloaded this archive but it was not clear files, not like in the archive that sent me
and by the way, on my phone works all widgets
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I really don't know where you're getting at but trust me, both files are one and the same(only difference is with the update scripts which can be fixed by toggling signature verification). Anyways I've re-uploaded the SE_timescape.zip which is now compatible with all optimus one recoveries.
Have you tried the large photo widget? Did it work for you?
BTW, here's a screenie of the pinch gesture, really nice:

Can we use this on the optimus s? I would love it

cmyasika1 said:
Can we use this on the optimus s? I would love it
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yes but don't do the steps in RED
WHAT YOU NEED
1. The flashable zip files containing the actual launcher and SE widgets(Download here)
2. Terminal emulator(free from market)
3. Executable script to modify build.prop(Download here)
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Make sure that the executable script(AKA "build") is placed in the root(meaning the base) of your SD card.
2. Using terminal emulator, input this command.(press enter after each line)
Code:
su
sh /sdcard/build
--this should change your build's manufacturer from LGE to Sony Ericsson--
--if an error appears, take note of the error message and post it here--
3. Reboot to recovey and flash SE_timescape.zip
4. Enjoy!!!!!
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Instead, manually change your build.prop by changing this line:
ro.product.manufacturer=LGE
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into this:
ro.product.manufacturer=Sony Ericsson
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or you could follow this thread specifically for optimus S:
androidcentral.com courtesy of captmeach7

ungaze said:
yes but don't do the steps in RED
Instead, manually change your build.prop by changing this line:
into this:
or you could follow this thread specifically for optimus S:
androidcentral.com courtesy of captmeach7
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So do I just flash the zip?

Where do I change the build.prop at? And will the SE widgets work?

Ultimate Online Theme Kitchen for Samsung Galaxy S II tutorial

I was using HTC devices for some time and using the ultimate online theme kitchen with it. It seems that this kitchen also works with touchwiz UI roms. Some people in the custom ROMs section sounded surprised so I figure I would post this tutorial
MAKE A BACKUP VIA CWM PRIOR TO FLASHING ANYTHING
Download the ROM you want to MOD and extract all the files somewhere on your computer maybe a new folder or something
Then via your computer goto
http://uot.dakra.lt/
Select File upload and then system files as seen by the screenshot below. You will need to upload the following
framework-res.apk (in the folder with the extracted files from the ROM should be under \system\framework)
SystemUI.apk (in the folder with the extracted files from the ROM should be under \system\app)
twframework-res.apk (in the folder with the extracted files from the ROM should be under \system\framework)
IF USING AN ICS ROM SELECT FLASHABLE ZIP AND CHANGE IT TO EMMC (I have only tested battery mod)
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
One the files are finished uploading select from the available MODs (I HAVE ONLY TESTED THE FONT,BATTERY and WINDOW (animations) MODs ON GINGERBREAD NOT THE REST SO TRY AT YOUR OWN RISK)
• Battery
• Icons
• Status bar
• Popup
• Lockscreen
• Window
• Fonts
• Bootanimation
And select use this MOD as seen below.
Select what you want and once done select Summary and make sure all the mods show in green. If not most likely you forgot something. Once done click Submit work to kitchen as per screenshot
Once selected you will be given an Order number like UOT-08-31-21-07-1 or something. Write this down as it can take a while for the file to be made.
Once in a while you can go back to
http://uot.dakra.lt/pickup/
To see if your file is ready. If your browser cached the info it should show your file when ready under
Your recently cooked files
If your browser didn’t cache the info then you can select
Show all pickup files
And simply look for your Order number.
Once your file is ready simply download it (I suggest re-naming it as well to something you may recognize) and put it on the Internal SD of your Samsung.
Boot in recovery and make sure to wipe cache and dalvik-cache prior to flashing it
Hope this helps some people

UOT kitchen is great.
The only thing that wont work on the SGS2 is the lockscreen as we dont have the stock one, I have used almost all the other mods (apart from the screen transitions, and for boot animations I always forgot which location was the correct one)
Nice guide
btw: if you are cooking themes for CM7/T mobile theme engine, make sure to untick generate preview as if you leave it ticked the themes wont work.

Used the kitchen back on my Desire when I had it
Now I use Revolution rom on my SGS2
Is this for all roms? Stock or custom? Odexed or deoxed?
Thanks
/CK

Café King said:
Used the kitchen back on my Desire when I had it
Now I use Revolution rom on my SGS2
Is this for all roms? Stock or custom? Odexed or deoxed?
Thanks
/CK
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Not too sure if all roms but using it on batista rom with no issues
Best bet is to back up before flashing. Worst case you get stuck in boot loop and have to restore

I've used it successfully for battery icon on Leomar V2.6. I'm not sure but I think the cooked zip file updater script does a cache and Dalvik wipe as part of the install, meaning that doing it beforehand is rather pointless.
As always, nandroid first!

carlos67 said:
I've used it successfully for battery icon on Leomar V2.6. I'm not sure but I think the cooked zip file updater script does a cache and Dalvik wipe as part of the install, meaning that doing it beforehand is rather pointless.
As always, nandroid first!
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In How-To section of the kitchen it says
9. Wipe cache and dalvik-cache (just in case). Do not wipe data / factory reset.
So I have always done it cant hurt anyways even if done 2 times

Café King said:
Used the kitchen back on my Desire when I had it
Now I use Revolution rom on my SGS2
Is this for all roms? Stock or custom? Odexed or deoxed?
Thanks
/CK
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It will work on anything, odexed, deodex, stock and CM (via T mobile theme engine)

i take a error on CWM 4.0.0.2.
I´ve made de .zip with the option Edify-scrpiting and MTD (default) and the recovery give me a error on install and says that i need to update de script with Edify.

warriorofice said:
i take a error on CWM 4.0.0.2.
I´ve made de .zip with the option Edify-scrpiting and MTD (default) and the recovery give me a error on install and says that i need to update de script with Edify.
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Could be a bad download simply or the file didn't get made correctly. I would recommend to re upload the files and reselect your mods and attempt to cook a new zip.
Never had this issue as of yet with this kitchen
BTW recovery 4.0.1.5 is available for use via Rom Manager you may want to update it as well

This is truly awesome. Thanks for sharing.

Yeah I second the above comment. I have never tried anything like this before so I was really surprised how easy it was. Thanks for posting this.

Jigsy75 said:
Yeah I second the above comment. I have never tried anything like this before so I was really surprised how easy it was. Thanks for posting this.
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Glad I could help fellow users

Also I recommend people create new zip for any new rom even different versions within the same rom.
Upgraded yesterday and tried using the old one I made but got a boot loop so it's safer to make new ones for each rom since frameworks can change

[SOLVED] CM7 -- changing softkey button order

I've been using the MIRAGE CM7.2 KANG ever since I got my NC back in January, and I love it. For a while I was using the ICS Tablet Tweaked theme, but decided that I prefer a lot of the look and feel without that theme, especially after later updates made the theme act a little funky.
The one thing I did like about the ICS theme was that the softkey buttons I used were in the ICS order -- back, home, notifications, menu -- while the system theme has (to me) a bit of a less-natural order: home, menu, back, notifications. Is there any easy way I'm missing to change up that order? There are no options I can see for it in the Cyanogenmod Settings menu.
If it'd require some editing of this or that file, I can probably figure it out, but I don't know where to start. Thanks to anyone in advance!

After some research and snooping, I figured this out on my own!
I used APKTool to decompile SystemUI.apk (using this guide, sans the HTC-specific parts), and edited res/layout/status_bar.xml in WordPad by finding the items that looked like this:
Code:
<ImageButton android:id="@id/status_back"
android:background="@drawable/ic_statusbar_back_bottom"
android:layout_width="wrap_content" android:layout_height="wrap_content" />
...and changing names around (i.e. "back" to "home" in each applicable space).
I also did some editing of the PNG files in res/drawable-mdpi to get a little closer to the ICS flavor. The end result:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
...is perfect!
Thanks to the CM7 team for an amazing experience on my Nook and to mrg666 for his KANG!

Excellent guide, I was wondering how to change the order.
Can you share your png files, or point me to where you used them from?

CWM Flashable CM7.2 ICS Button Order
I made a flashable.zip to rearange the Soft Keys on CM7.2-RC1 MiRaGe - KANG build specifically 04/16/2012 update. It may work on other builds, but I have not tested. So be sure to backup and try at your own risk.
In the zip is the modified SystemUI with the buttons laid out in the order of ICS
Find the attached file and flash it in CWM to install the new SystemUI with modified softbutton order.
I also included a revert to flash back the stock SystemUI if something goes wrong.
REMEMBER FLASH AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!!! THIS IS FOR *CM7.2-RC1 MiRaGe -KANG*
I have only tested this for the above build.

Nice work! I'm glad this was helpful. I'd just been swapping in the new APK using ES File Explorer, but a flashable zip is a great resource.
Here's a .zip file with some of the PNG files I changed. Switching these out with the images in res/drawable-mdpi will black out the "separator" bars around each of the buttons, and also change the Quick Notifications button to the ICS Recent Apps button.

Excellent!!! Thanks for sharing the images. Added your PNG files to the SystemUI along with the changed layout and made it all CWM Flashable.
Same Warnings apply as above...

This is great. I didn't care for the ICS-style layout in joe's ICS theme, but now I'm really used to it.
Will these also change the battery icon to have the % plus the bar icon? I'm missing that from CM9.

If you mean how the battery looks on my screenshot, you can get that through Settings - CyanogenMod settings - Interface - Status bar tweaks - Battery status style, and switching to Percentage. I think that's all there is to it!

Kybard said:
If you mean how the battery looks on my screenshot, you can get that through Settings - CyanogenMod settings - Interface - Status bar tweaks - Battery status style, and switching to Percentage. I think that's all there is to it!
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Ok, I'll have to try this again. I thought I did that last night but just got the numbers w/o the bar next to it.

You might have to reboot -- I remember having some issues like that.

You guys mind if I use the pngs etc. for a galaxy tab rom? i may share it with others.i'll give proper credits.

I don't mind a bit! Most of what I did was just an extra step or two beyond others working on other Android stuff, so, happy to let that spirit continue.

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Hi
i love your work and would like to use order and icons in ICS style. I'm using CM 7.2 RC1 Mirage Kang.
However i'm new to "flashing".. opening zip from file manager gives me option of opening with CWM, which after confirming reboots, but based on my knowledge ican't say anything happens. When restarting these modifications (order, icons) are not applied.
How do i "flash" this zip's correctly?

Hi shamo,
Put the update.zip on your SD card, reboot into recovery (Reboot --> Recovery), select "install zip from SD card" and install from there. That should do it.

Hi!
Thank Kybard for the tip.. managed, though the naming convention was actually update-.zip .. wouldn't work without the "-".
However, now on installing, my whole status bar is gone missing.. changed DPI from 160 to 200, disabled full screen in nook tweaks, but too no avail. Any other suggestions?
Thanks

shamo75 said:
Hi!
Thank Kybard for the tip.. managed, though the naming convention was actually update-.zip .. wouldn't work without the "-".
However, now on installing, my whole status bar is gone missing.. changed DPI from 160 to 200, disabled full screen in nook tweaks, but too no avail. Any other suggestions?
Thanks
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You should have been able to click install zip from sd and selected the zip using the volume buttons to move around. I wouldn't matter what the name of the file is, as long as the extension is a *.zip. You would manually find the file and select it. Then the "flash" would occur.
What Rom version or build are you on? As stated the .zip was intended to work with [CM7.2-RC1] MiRaGe - KANG build of CyanogenMod April 16 2012 release. It may cause stability issues with older releases of the rom.
Have you went to settings and Tablet tweaks to check the settings there? Make sure the status bar is set to always visible.

@Philux-X: I had the expected ROM [CM7.2-RC1] MiRaGe - KANG build of CyanogenMod April 16 2012. Nothing special added as in modules changed, removed, added. Of course there are some 20 apps installed, but none to change UI.
I went through all settings I knew of (Cyanogen mod, ADW launcher), also disabling and re-enabling status bar settings , but no luck. I restarted launcher as well as the NC. Nothing.
Then I gave up and updated to 05052012 which brought the status bar back, but of course the order the usual, not the wished for.
I won't try changing soft buttons till next ROM update, when I have the option to overwrite it again in case soft button update does to my NC the same as the first time.
Thank you all for your effort.

shamo, if you were willing to try one more time, you could just move the SystemUI.apk manually to your system/apps folder. It's a bit more convoluted and complicated than the nice update.zip that Philux is providing, but it gets the job done. I've attached the SystemUI apk I just used for the same purpose on the new test 05062012 build, and it's working without a hitch, which I would imagine means it'd work just as well on the 05052012 build.
Just move the apk to your SD card, use ES File Explorer to move the file to /system (NOT /apps), find the file in /system and change the file permissions (hold press, select "Properties" from the pop-up menu, click "Change") to rw-r--r--, then move the file into system/apps and overwrite. SystemUI will repeatedly Force Close, but you can still pull up the shutdown/restart menu (it can be a bit of a pain to actually hit the buttons in that menu, though). Reboot and everything should work.

Since 05062012 is available I might give the Philux's update.zip another go.
Or try the "dirty" method you kindly explained. Thanks
ps: I'm running ROM from SD card, not from emmc in case that would mather.. I wouldn't expect it though..