AOD + knock off with Nova - LG G6 Questions and Answers

Have searched, but don't see this exact solution:
I want to use Nova launcher, and be able to use the "knock off" to turn off the screen, but also use "always on display" -probably me that's confused -If I use Nova's own built in gesture to turn off the screen (double tap), AOD doesn't come on, as well as 3rd party "double tap to lock screen" apps -ultimately, would be able to use Nova as my launcher, double tap to lock screen, have always on display come on, wake with fingerprint scanner.
Thanks for any help

AOD has nothing to do with Nova Launcher. You can use double tap to sleep in Nova however if you're not rooted the screen will dim first before total screen off and if you touch you're screen it will turn on again. lol
Much better if you're rooted to be able to directly put the screen off when using double tap to sleep in Nova.

cheeze.keyk said:
AOD has nothing to do with Nova Launcher. You can use double tap to sleep in Nova however if you're not rooted the screen will dim first before total screen off and if you touch you're screen it will turn on again. lol
Much better if you're rooted to be able to directly put the screen off when using double tap to sleep in Nova.
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Thanks! I guess I wasn't giving it enough time/delay after double tapping the screen off with Nova for AOD to appear -didn't make sense that it would be incompatible, as it isn't

M973 said:
Thanks! I guess I wasn't giving it enough time/delay after double tapping the screen off with Nova for AOD to appear -didn't make sense that it would be incompatible, as it isn't
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That's why I always root my phone to for the D2S to work properly in Nova.
But until now there's no root yet for H870DS variants. :crying:

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Apex Launcher and Knock Knock

So I'm setting up my new phone, and noticed something frustrating. Using Xposed I shortened the nav bar size, and had to install a launcher to mitigate that unsightly gap that resulted. Having had and loved Apex Launcher on my old Rezound, I installed it here. Problem solved.
Until I discovered that I can't set the double tap back to shutting off the screen. Which is a bummer because it was so handy to double tap and shut the screen off.
Anyone run into this and what's your fix?
I found a workaround if anyone is interested. Lock Screen App by Kenneth Cheng. Use it as a app shortcut for a double tap to lock the screen. Double tap to unlock/wake up still works fine.
Fastbird said:
I found a workaround if anyone is interested. Lock Screen App by Kenneth Cheng. Use it as a app shortcut for a double tap to lock the screen. Double tap to unlock/wake up still works fine.
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Thanks! Apex launcher is the best!
Knock on still works on status bar regardless of launcher.
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Lg and Nova launcher questions

What would I be losing if I changed my default launcher to Nova? One thing I noticed immediately is the double tap to sleep function (anyone know how I enable it as a Nova gesture?). Am I losing any if the other Lg functionality like quick window or slideaside?
Also which launcher is more battery and ram friendly.
Manbot27 said:
What would I be losing if I changed my default launcher to Nova? One thing I noticed immediately is the double tap to sleep function (anyone know how I enable it as a Nova gesture?). Am I losing any if the other Lg functionality like quick window or slideaside?
Also which launcher is more battery and ram friendly.
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double tap off still works on the statusbar
ipsmaxes said:
double tap off still works on the statusbar
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There is a wonderful app called "Screen Off and Lock" by Katecca that will let you use your double tap to turn the screen off anywhere like before.
Been using it with Nova Launcher on my G2 for a long time, works flawlessly.
Play link: Screen Off and Lock

Double Tap to Turn Off Screen with 3rd Party Launcher

I've seen a few people mention reluctance moving onto a 3rd party launcher because you lose the ability to turn off your screen by double tapping but there is a way you can do this with Nova and or other third party launchers with gesture controls.
1) Download a free app called Screen Off from Google Play and set it up
2) Set your Double Tap setting to launch Screen Off
Your screen will now turn off just as if you were using the LG launcher.
Alternatively, and with no need for a third party app, just double tap the status (notifications) bar
Lennyuk said:
Alternatively, and with no need for a third party app, just double tap the status (notifications) bar
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Or also at the navigation bar with tweaksbox.
Nova launcher comes with gestures where you can set to double tap anywhere to screen off.
skingg said:
Nova launcher comes with gestures where you can set to double tap anywhere to screen off.
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Actually it doesn't (unless you're rooted maybe?)
Gestures that you can setup in native Nova do not include screen off.
Protagoras said:
Actually it doesn't (unless you're rooted maybe?)
Gestures that you can setup in native Nova do not include screen off.
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Correct.....
The only way to do this is with a third-party app which I explained to everyone (thank you by the way for your thanks) in a different topic here.
For me, I just have xposed>gravity box
and go to nova sett.>gestures(need prime)>double-tap>shortcuts>gravity box>screen off.
DONE.
Jhon998 said:
For me, I just have xposed>gravity box
and go to nova sett.>gestures(need prime)>double-tap>actions>gravity box>screen off.
DONE.
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Where is "actions"? I only see Nova, Apps, Shortcuts. And I have Prime.
Japultra said:
I've seen a few people mention reluctance moving onto a 3rd party launcher because you lose the ability to turn off your screen by double tapping but there is a way you can do this with Nova and or other third party launchers with gesture controls.
1) Download a free app called Screen Off from Google Play and set it up
2) Set your Double Tap setting to launch Screen Off
Your screen will now turn off just as if you were using the LG launcher.
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I have not been able to get the double tap gesture in nova to work at all. I've tried setting it to multiple different actions or apps, and no matter how fast or slow I double tap nothing happens. All other gestures work fine. For the time being I've settled with double swiping down to activate Screen Off.
Has anyone else had this problem with their G3 and Nova?
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jroyjohnson said:
I have not been able to get the double tap gesture in nova to work at all. I've tried setting it to multiple different actions or apps, and no matter how fast or slow I double tap nothing happens. All other gestures work fine. For the time being I've settled with double swiping down to activate Screen Off.
Has anyone else had this problem with their G3 and Nova?
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Look at my post above (post 6 in this topic) and click on the link I give.
This will take you to the topic where I mention what app to install and what actions you need to carry out in order to make it work.
Works fine for me. So far I have never pressed the power button on my G3.
Action Launcher Pro supports Double Tap to lock screen feature.
The problem I am facing with nova, apex...etc that I have exchange security enabled by my employer, all the guesters and third party apps that i tried is locking the phone with the Pin not just shutting the screen, the double tab on the stock launcher shuts the screen but does not lock the phone.
Did anyone find a work around using third party launcher or app ?
Thanks
bobbarker2 said:
Where is "actions"? I only see Nova, Apps, Shortcuts. And I have Prime.
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Sorry Shortcuts
KK Launcher is pretty comparable to Nova and Apex, and it has native support built into it to double-tap your screen to turn the screen off. I've been using this launcher with my Nexus 5 for a while now and have been quite happy with it (compared to Nova). (I'm supposed to get my G3 later today, so I can't speak as to how KK Launcher performs on it yet).
sherifbmw said:
The problem I am facing with nova, apex...etc that I have exchange security enabled by my employer, all the guesters and third party apps that i tried is locking the phone with the Pin not just shutting the screen, the double tab on the stock launcher shuts the screen but does not lock the phone.
Did anyone find a work around using third party launcher or app ?
Thanks
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That's exactly why I use the Touchdown app for my exchange mail. Don't have to worry about the exchange security requirement taking over my darn phone...
sherifbmw said:
The problem I am facing with nova, apex...etc that I have exchange security enabled by my employer, all the guesters and third party apps that i tried is locking the phone with the Pin not just shutting the screen, the double tab on the stock launcher shuts the screen but does not lock the phone.
Did anyone find a work around using third party launcher or app ?
Thanks
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I believe the latest beta version of G3 TweaksBox has a setting to get around the security features when using Exchange. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2792242
Thanks a million, its working like charm, now i can use whatever launcher.
I have Nova as well and works fine just double tapping the status bar. Seemingly works better than LG'S...
Seams like there are a lot of different ways that everyone has to do this.
For me, I have been using Tasker to get double tap off with Nova Launcher gestures since the G2. Tasker is such a great app with about a million uses, I highly recommend everyone check it out. I have it setup to auto connect to different wifi's depending on my location, adjust screen brightness/ringer volumes depending on the time of day, and many others.
Action launcher is the best

[Q] G2 and custom launchers. Are there any that support double tap to sleep?

I've tried loads of launchers right now and none of them seem to make the phone go to sleep if I double tap the screen.
I know that you can double tap the notification bar to make it go to sleep but that's terrible. It's uncomfortable to try and do so since my hands are not that big.
Nova Prime, add Screen Off app on Gestures in Nova Settings.
Most do not by default.
Action Launcher does have an option to turn screen off in settings. I use it on my Nexus 7.
Nova has options for Double Tap, but requires a "Screen Off" app from the Play Store. Pretty simple and works great.
I have found other launchers that have "Screen Off" as options too. They just aren't enabled by default.
Action launcher 3, gestures setting (double/triple tap on screen or on home button, swipes, etc.).
Just use Lock Screen App and problem solved. It works flawlessly.
Greenify
antilys said:
Greenify
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this
nova + greenify
sikica133 said:
this
nova + greenify
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Right!
Artasdmc said:
I've tried loads of launchers right now and none of them seem to make the phone go to sleep if I double tap the screen.
I know that you can double tap the notification bar to make it go to sleep but that's terrible. It's uncomfortable to try and do so since my hands are not that big.
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If you are on AOSP, there should be SlimActions (and screenoff there) included, which might be used in f.e Nova's launcher double tap gesture
Nova. It just works, no additional app needed. Double tap on notification bar.
That was not the question. Double tab on notification bar is different from tapping somewhere on the screen.
Smart launcher + secure settings dose the job for me
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Can we use Tasker to turn On/Off the Second Screen?

I like the idea of the Second Screen being on at various times for various reasons. I also like how we can set it to stay off at night (based on hours selected). However, I would like it to stay off for different hours each day (like some days from 10-6, other days 10-8, etc).
Can we turn on and off the second screen using Tasker or something?
There's actually a really easy way to do that if you're not stuck on using the stock launcher. With Nova Launcher Prime, you can toggle the second screen on and off anytime you want.
I have Nova set so when I double tap the screen, it toggles my second screen on and off. This way you're always able to choose when you want the second screen on or off. I think it's extremely useful, and something LG should have allowed out of the box. Nova is just packed with options, that's why it's the default launcher on all of my devices.
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And that toggles it on and off for when the screen is off?
I'm truly interested in that - when the screen is off - and doing it through Tasker.
stanglifemike said:
There's actually a really easy way to do that if you're not stuck on using the stock launcher. With Nova Launcher Prime, you can toggle the second screen on and off anytime you want.
I have Nova set so when I double tap the screen, it toggles my second screen on and off. This way you're always able to choose when you want the second screen on or off. I think it's extremely useful, and something LG should have allowed out of the box. Nova is just packed with options, that's why it's the default launcher on all of my devices.
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I've never seen an option in Nova that would result in turning the second screen off at will. Details?
I found that adding a widget to the home screen, adding "activities" at the top, then choosing "second screen settings", you can add various settings such as daily timeout.
nickthaskater said:
I've never seen an option in Nova that would result in turning the second screen off at will. Details?
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You set Nova to toggle the notification bar, but toggling the notification bar also toggles the second screen in the process
Holyman007 said:
I found that adding a widget to the home screen, adding "activities" at the top, then choosing "second screen settings", you can add various settings such as daily timeout.
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That can be accessed in Settings at any time
baldybill said:
And that toggles it on and off for when the screen is off?
I'm truly interested in that - when the screen is off - and doing it through Tasker.
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Just when the screen is on. Isn't needed when the screen is off, as that can be changed in Settings out of the box
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I understand that we can turn on and off the second screen (for when the screen is off) in the settings. We can also set it to do so automatically for a certain timeframe. I would like to have a different timeframe for each day. For example, when the screen is off, I would like the 2nd screen to be off from 10pm-5am on Monday-Friday, and off from 11pm-7am on Saturday and Sunday. I was hoping to set that up in Tasker. Any thoughts?

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