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Default homescreen

Is there anyway to change your default homescreen? I really love touchwiz's customizability and app drawer but really dislike the fact that the defualt home screen is the first one.
Can anyone help?
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You can edit the screens by menu edit delete what you dont want add what you want to each screen .
jje

JJEgan said:
You can edit the screens by menu edit delete what you dont want add what you want to each screen .
jje
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He didn't ask that.

Use another launcher?

JuWa said:
He didn't ask that.
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So answer his question then .
Pointless clogging up the forum with no reply to the OP .
jje

Use sgs tools to change default page.

I am currently using launcher pro but i am not really a fan of its dock or app drawer. Btw my phone is not rooted so i cant use sgs tools.
Is there any way i can change it if i root my device?
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DocRambone said:
Use sgs tools to change default page.
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i just installed the latest version 4.1.9, but there is no option to change the default homescreen any suggestions? thanks

kar111 said:
Is there anyway to change your default homescreen? I really love touchwiz's customizability and app drawer but really dislike the fact that the defualt home screen is the first one.
Can anyone help?
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I know it's not what you asked but stick your finger on the little numbers before the bottom layer of apps (drawer, phone, etc) and drag left and right. It'll make switching quicker and so the fact it's first won't be as annoying.

This may sound stupid, leave the default homescreen as 1 and just change what 1 is?
menu->edit or pinch to get the homescreens up and just press and hold then move the one you want as default to the 1st spot?

kar111 said:
Is there anyway to change your default homescreen? I really love touchwiz's customizability and app drawer but really dislike the fact that the defualt home screen is the first one.
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Not possible without rooting the device!
It's one of the reasons why I ditched TouchWiz from the first day on. I use launcher pro now because I really like the dock with three pages for all my important apps.

If you root, you can edit default.prop to change this to another default screen

Download : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=775154&highlight=homescreen&page=37
open SGS tools and go to .prop Editor and edit default.prop
#sets TouchWiz Launcher default screen
ro.csc.homescreen.defaultscreen=4
press menu and save I rebooted and it worked
(forgot to try if it's gonna work without rebooting )
enjoy

NoOneCanHelpMe said:
Download : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=775154&highlight=homescreen&page=37
open SGS tools and go to .prop Editor and edit default.prop
#sets TouchWiz Launcher default screen
ro.csc.homescreen.defaultscreen=4
press menu and save I rebooted and it worked
(forgot to try if it's gonna work without rebooting )
enjoy
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I downloaded sgstools and went into default.prop. It just comes up with a black screen I cant see anything to edit. If I press menu and go into free edit mode this comes up : #############################
# ro.com.google.clientidbase
# defined in gms.mk
# and must be FIXED
#############################
Help?
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have you tried this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1096521 allready?
worked for me

the_Calen said:
have you tried this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1096521 allready?
worked for me
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Cheers buddy, works great now
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[Tweak] Fingerprint security + lock timer.

By default, you are not able to set a Security lock timer when your method of unlocking is the Fingerprint sensor.
This little trick will allow you to set a specific time until you need to swipe finger or enter PIN/pattern to unlock the screen when unlock type is Fingerprint scanner.
Requirements
Must be ROOTED!
SQLite Editor (Market Link)
If you have SQLite Editor, you also probably have Root Explorer. You can navigate using Root Explorer if you want. ​
Instructions
Launch SQLite Editor , let it load all databases.
Navigate to Settings Storage (The one with the small tools icon)
If using Root Explorer, direct to /data/data/com.motorola.android.providers.settings/databases/settings.db
Tap through Settings Storage>settings.db>>settings
Once in settings database scroll down to 'lock_timer' (Value should be set to -1)
Tap and hold ' -1 ' > select edit field.
Enter desired value (20, 15, 10, 5, 3, 2, 1 minutes) in MILLISECONDS (5 Minutes=300000)
Reboot...
​DONE!​
Go ahead and leave some feedback if this did or didnt work for you

Near as I can tell, this doesn't do anything for me.

You should try it before write it.

BlackX777 said:
You should try it before write it.
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Honestly think I didn't test it out before I posted? I'm using my fingerprint scanner with a 5 minute delay by doing exactly what I posted. After a reboot go check the database again and make sure that lock_timer is saved as the value you set.
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Cool stuff, we needed this

georgemurango said:
Near as I can tell, this doesn't do anything for me.
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Just noticed sqlite shows Settings Storage twice, be sure to pick the (second one with the tools icon) directory com.motorola.android.providers.settings
Semseddin said:
Cool stuff, we needed this
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are you able to try this out? If so Did it work for you?
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Don't see any change in my lockscreen behavior, maybe because of widgetlocker?

Doesn't work. The value for the security lock changes but it isn't obeyed.

ECdOc said:
Don't see any change in my lockscreen behavior, maybe because of widgetlocker?
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Hmm havent really used widgetlocker. not sure what kind of settings it may mess with...perhaps it is.
yeahmann said:
Doesn't work. The value for the security lock changes but it isn't obeyed.
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Well i just spent the past 30 minutes using the lock screen every which way to see why or how some of you guys cant get this...i doubt the trick would be rom specific. ill test it out on my gfs atrix which is running Kens GB beta.
but for now if you dont mind testing it out some more try deleting the following databases.
'lock_type'
'lock_fingerprint'
'lock_timer'
and reboot. then set up your secuity settings like normal (may have to redo fingerprints) and then follow the steps above.
Usually i clear those after a rom flash and i decided to play with them this time and thats how i came across this little trick that allows me to put a timer while using the finger scanner.
now when its within the time limit all i have to do is slide to unlock.

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just tested on another atrix with kens GB beta. Successfully applied lock timer with fingerprint scanner. No need to delete databases. not sure why some of you are having a hard time getting this right.

Auto rotation

Does Nexus 7 have auto rotation or not? When I turn it from vertical to horizontal, the screen does not change at all.

ScottXe said:
Does Nexus 7 have auto rotation or not? When I turn it from vertical to horizontal, the screen does not change at all.
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Yes it has auto rotate but it may not work for a couple of reasons:
It will not work on the "homepage" as for some reason, it is still not available to landscape your homepage.
If your in apps, like the broswer etc, then yes it should auto-rotate, but my Nexus 7 also had this turned off by default.
Goto your settings -> display -> auto rotate. (Im 90% sure its under display )
Make sure the box is ticked
Hope I helped

ScottXe said:
Does Nexus 7 have auto rotation or not? When I turn it from vertical to horizontal, the screen does not change at all.
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If you're wondering how to enable rotation on the launcher (homepage), you can do it a number of ways. If you don't want to root, you can install an app like ultimate rotation control from the play store. You can also install an alternate launcher like Apex or Nova.
If you want to root, you can flash a ROM that has tablet mode such as Paranoid Android. You can also edit the build.prop file but I wouldn't recommend the latter as it seems to have negative repercussions in system apps.
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Wilks3y said:
Yes it has auto rotate but it may not work for a couple of reasons:
It will not work on the "homepage" as for some reason, it is still not available to landscape your homepage.
If your in apps, like the broswer etc, then yes it should auto-rotate, but my Nexus 7 also had this turned off by default.
Goto your settings -> display -> auto rotate. (Im 90% sure its under display )
Make sure the box is ticked
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Very strange - there is no auto rotate option as per you described. Where does it go?

ScottXe said:
Very strange - there is no auto rotate option as per you described. Where does it go?
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Easiest way, when you pull the notification bar down, you will see 2 Icons right at the top of the notification bar.
One will be three lines, with dots on them, which looks like the icon of the "Settings" app.
Next to that, you will see something with two arrows, and in the middle either like a screen of a device, or a padlock.
That is what you want to click, if the padlock is there, then rotation is locked, if you have the device screen, with the two arrows, auto rotate is enabled.
Hope this helps.

If you want more help download the application nova launcher.
Once you have nova, open it up and go to "look and fell". Once In there go Into screen orientation and click on auto-rotate.
When you finish do the command above, and it all should work
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ScottXe said:
Does Nexus 7 have auto rotation or not? When I turn it from vertical to horizontal, the screen does not change at all.
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add this to the end of your build.prop file and reboot, then youll be able to autorotate your homescreen. no, adding this to your build.prop file will not hurt your device or cause issues as others here have stated..
launcher.force_enable_rotation=true

simms22 said:
add this to the end of your build.prop file and reboot, then youll be able to autorotate your homescreen. no, adding this to your build.prop file will not hurt your device or cause issues as others here have stated..
launcher.force_enable_rotation=true
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Works great! Thank you!

The auto rotate is turned off when you have stock jelly bean. But if you pull down the menu you can change it there.

Apex Launcher does it too.
The cheapest way ist modifying the build.prop
An nice app but it cost is
look for "Ultimate Rotation Control" in app store
goes like hell

Don't use the rotation control app, at least not in auto or forced auto. It kills performance.
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simms22 said:
add this to the end of your build.prop file and reboot, then youll be able to autorotate your homescreen. no, adding this to your build.prop file will not hurt your device or cause issues as others here have stated..
launcher.force_enable_rotation=true
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What is build.prop file and where is it to find for the modification?

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The Rotation Control app worked great on my Nexus 7.
I can't say the same for my GS3;
it kept resetting itself to "Forced Auto".
The build.prop method is easy, and works mostly well.
My only problem seems that the Play Store app always crashes when the screen rotates in the app drawer. I'm not sure yet if it happens anywhere else, but so far everything else is good.
The build.prop file is in the "/system/" folder, and you'll need root access to get to it.
Once rooted, get ES File Explorer from the app store.
You'll need to enable "Root Explorer", "Up to Root" and "Mount File System" in the app's "Root Settings" to reach and edit the build.prop.
Once you find the build.prop file in the /system/ folder, you can press it and choose to open it with ES Note Editor.
!!!!! WARNING !!!!!
Before you start messing with the build.prop file,
you'd be smart to make a nandroid backup in CWM.
The slightest typo or mistake can cause your device to not boot up.
You've been warned...!
!!!!! END WARNING !!!!!
But, assuming you add the line accurately to the bottom of your build.prop, you'll be ok.

Rezard said:
!!!!! WARNING !!!!!
Before you start messing with the build.prop file,
you'd be smart to make a nandroid backup in CWM.
The slightest typo or mistake can cause your device to not boot up.
You've been warned...!
!!!!! END WARNING !!!!!
But, assuming you add the line accurately to the bottom of your build.prop, you'll be ok.
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also, in case you mess something up in you build.prop file, any kind of edit, not just this, you can just reflash your current ROM(no wiping of anything) without anykind of data loss or repercussions. well, OK, one repercussion, a loss of about 3-4 minutes

[Q] Force list view in settings

In the device settings on the G2 you have the four tabs on top of the screen when you're in the settings page.
If you hit menu, you can change it to list view. However this resets back to tab view every time you close it, then you have to hit menu again, and change to list view.
Is there any ay to change to list view permanently, or force it?
This is something that would be perfect to mod with Xposed in my mind if there isn't a native function for this.

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In the device settings on the G2 you have the four tabs on top of the screen when you're in the settings page.
If you hit menu, you can change it to list view. However this resets back to tab view every time you close it, then you have to hit menu again, and change to list view.
Is there any ay to change to list view permanently, or force it?
This is something that would be perfect to mod with Xposed in my mind if there isn't a native function for this.
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Oh what really? Crap I always thought that it would save your preference.
At least it does that on the G Pro...if this is true then I'll definitely have to get the Verizon G2. Can't stand the sight of those ugly Crapwiz tabs.

It could just be mine not saying it properly. It does feel like something that should save.
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Funny thing is I want tab view but it keeps reverting to list viee
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Seriously?! Haha! But you're on a D802?! So there must be a setting somewhere. Or do you have an Xposed module that could be responsible?

SweStag said:
In the device settings on the G2 you have the four tabs on top of the screen when you're in the settings page.
If you hit menu, you can change it to list view. However this resets back to tab view every time you close it, then you have to hit menu again, and change to list view.
Is there any ay to change to list view permanently, or force it?
This is something that would be perfect to mod with Xposed in my mind if there isn't a native function for this.
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It's must be your phone. That option working perfectly fine for me on stock(before) and Rayglobe ROM(since yesterday)

I'm running stock ROM with Xposed Framework, CWM Recovery. I'm rooted.
Is it possible that some Xposed module is causing this?

I'm finding it has something to do with which launcher you use... stock saves it, nova, google experience, etc. doesn't... looking for a fix, but haven't found one.

Switch to list view in stock launcher and choose do not show again ok. Then switch to other launcher of your choice.

Swap recents and back soft buttons?

Does anybody know a way to swap the position of the recents and back buttons?
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Bump, need this on day one if possible! Will come with custom roms but it's early days.
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Yep, it's backwards from what I am used to as weil.

Get a different launcher like Nova Prime. Otherwise, the default launcher doesn't allow it that I am aware of.

Elnrik said:
Get a different launcher like Nova Prime. Otherwise, the default launcher doesn't allow it that I am aware of.
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is there a way in Nova Prime i cant find it in settings .
found this on one the forums on xda when i was on nexus 6 , works well
dont blame me if it bricks
-First obviously you need be a Root user
-Backup your build.prop to your PC or anywhere (but backup it!)
-Edit build.prop with a Root Explorer using this line:
qemu.hw.mainkeys=1
you have to add this at the END of the .prop, save and reboot.
(Work with 5.0, 5.0.2, 5.1, 5.1.1 and Android M)
Then Install LMT app

wirelezzz said:
is there a way in Nova Prime i cant find it in settings .
found this on one the forums on xda when i was on nexus 6 , works well
dont blame me if it bricks
-First obviously you need be a Root user
-Backup your build.prop to your PC or anywhere (but backup it!)
-Edit build.prop with a Root Explorer using this line:
qemu.hw.mainkeys=1
you have to add this at the END of the .prop, save and reboot.
(Work with 5.0, 5.0.2, 5.1, 5.1.1 and Android M)
Then Install LMT app
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That's crazy, I know I've done it in Nova before. I go in there now and don't see the option either. Sorry about that.

The is only a couple of ways that this can happen outside of editing the framework.res, and that's with a custom ROM or Xposed. No Launcher has the ability, this is a system wide change. There was a guy who could do it for the Nexus 6, if you want to look in the app thread over there. He may be on board for this phone too.

I actually prefer to use 4 across with home on the left, recents on middle leftset to previous app on tap and all apps on long press, search middle right set to search on tap and Goog now on long, and back on the right set to back on tap and kill on long. Cant wait for the boys to get rolling.

Work Around for the back button
There is no way for you to swap the back and recent unless you root your phone.
in the meanwhile, there is a very good solution that doesn't need root but only accessibility to be enabled.
it's called All-in-one Gestures.
you can program the back to be a swipe from the right. it's very convenient and works like charm on all screens.
you may also program other swipes, from left, from bottom, edges, etc....
after you are comfortable with this solution, you can then hide the softkeys and gain extra landscape on your screen.

If you want to flash a custom ROM, I offer these mods in mine. http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6p/development/rom-n6panglerm-mbd08k-v1-0-0-oct-31-t3237495