Skyraider hooked this up for us. No need to change build.prop or do anything besides install it. Using Calkulin's and I needed to push it using adb but it works great.
MOD EDIT: Swype not allowed
Tried and I can't check the box to choose it.
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Tried and I can't check the box to choose it.
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You can either copy and paste the apk into system/app if you have root explorer or
you are going to have to push it to the system/app folder using adb. Not sure how to use adb, use the guide in this thread. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=827209
Added the apk in system/app and still no go. I see it under the language & keyboard but when I choose it I still see the default keyboard.
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I installed it on my Vegan-Tab using the original method (not this method). Worked great, no ADB needed or this prop file you are talking about. I still need to get used to it.
I don't want to get in trouble for posting directly, but if you do a google search it's pretty easy to find.
running TNT 4.2+
did the root explorer method. set the permissions, did the reboot, but now I get force close every time I choose Swype..
running TNT 4.2+
did the root explorer method. set the permissions, did the reboot, but now I get force close every time I choose Swype..
Did it through root explorer on caulkin's, shows up but unable to select it.
Prefect. Thank you!!!!
Running vegan tab and just down loaded the .apk. Clicked on the download and installed it from there.
Last night I was messing with trying to install it through the swype beta program. I entered the beta when I picked up my evo last year. The installer put a version on the tab but the actual swype part did not work. Maybe you need to have the swype installer to install this apk directly and work.
Thanks again op. Using it right now to type this.
I've tried installing several keyboards in tnt and I got the same problem with it being able to instal but not being able to select it. I switched my rom to gAdam and now I am able to install swype and other keyboards without issue. It has to be something in tnt that doesn't like other input interfaces to be used. Hope someone can figure out why. I actually like tnt gui.
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I've tried installing several keyboards in tnt and I got the same problem with it being able to instal but not being able to select it. I switched my rom to gAdam and now I am able to install swype and other keyboards without issue. It has to be something in tnt that doesn't like other input interfaces to be used. Hope someone can figure out why. I actually like tnt gui.
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I think you are right. I have tnt now and swype fc's. I tried Vegan and swype worked just fine, but I couldn't install Gaaps so I went back to tnt.
I used the method in the OP, used Root Explorer to put the .apk into system folder and set permissions, then pressed it to let it install, rebooted (I remember I always have to reboot my nook color to get such things working). I fired up an editor program (Ted), long-pressed the text area to get the "choose input method", selected swype, works great. BTW, I'm running TNT 4.4. No FC's so far.
Awesome!
I'm running VEGAn-Tab (Froyo) and all I did was copy the apk to a folder that I created for programs, browsed to that folder on the G, selected the apk, pushed Install, and working perfect!
Tried it again and it worked with long pressing in a text editor. Thanks.
Worked perfectly. Using it right now!
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I used the method in the OP, used Root Explorer to put the .apk into system folder and set permissions, then pressed it to let it install, rebooted (I remember I always have to reboot my nook color to get such things working). I fired up an editor program (Ted), long-pressed the text area to get the "choose input method", selected swype, works great. BTW, I'm running TNT 4.4. No FC's so far.
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I downloaded the OP's file, used root explorer to move into /system/app and set permissions to rw-r-r and then installed swype and ted (text editor). Then I rebooted. After reboot, I opened ted and long pressed in TED to choose input method and swype was available. Swype is working 100% with no force closes yet.
glad people are getting it working
I didn't go through everything I did but I figured people could get it working. Thank skyraider
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I downloaded the OP's file, used root explorer to move into /system/app and set permissions to rw-r-r and then installed swype and ted (text editor). Then I rebooted. After reboot, I opened ted and long pressed in TED to choose input method and swype was available. Swype is working 100% with no force closes yet.
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Could you give some details on the permissions needed?
Wooter here, and I am loving this G Tablet! Thanks a lot for getting us Swype, the real easy way.
I'm using VEGAn-TAB 5.1 and it is working flawlessly.
My family laughs at me when I call the G-Tablet my "Droid XL".
Thread closed, as swype is not allowed as a standalone apk, or for a phone/tablet that does not ship with swype. Thank you.
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Ok so I uninstalled the swype using titanium backup, then download the newer version from here:
getandroidstuff.com/2010/08/swype-keyboard-in-19-languages-for.html
Then using both the default file manager and astro to install but even after the uninstallation and a reboot and I cant seem to see swype anywhere in the phones installed app list, it still say "Replace application, the app you are installing will replace another app" How can it replace something that isnt there. And after the installation is done, it said "application not installed". There is no swype under my "text and locale" setting either. tried both the HVGA and WVGA version, same thing. Any idea? :/
squyerkul said:
Ok so I uninstalled the swype using titanium backup, then download the newer version from here:
getandroidstuff.com/2010/08/swype-keyboard-in-19-languages-for.html
Then using both the default file manager and astro to install but even after the uninstallation and a reboot and I cant seem to see swype anywhere in the phones installed app list, it still say "Replace application, the app you are installing will replace another app" How can it replace something that isnt there. And after the installation is done, it said "application not installed". There is no swype under my "text and locale" setting either. tried both the HVGA and WVGA version, same thing. Any idea? :/
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Swype is a system app, it can't be removed so easily. You have to remove /system/app/Swype.apk, then remove /data/data/com.android.inputmethod.swype (if it's there, maybe titanium removes it) .
Then you copy your downloaded apk to /system/app renamed to Swype.apk and only then try to install it, from the downloaded folder.
ok thanks, I just needed to change the name of the file to simply swype.apk for it to work
we need a better way than FW updates to update Swype and a very manual process, am I missing something?
I followed the instructions given above, tried with both of the swype versions mentioned above and a newer version (Swype_v2_6_47_11856).
The installation goes without any problems, however once I select swype as input method it goes haywire and needs to be force closed every 10 seconds.
I'm using Android 2.2 (Froyo)
Do I need to use a different method to install Swype?
And which version of swype might be best to use?
I wanted to install it because Swype does come with a Russian alphabet version.
titanium backup will let you integrate any new version of Apps that is already installed in ROM back into the ROM
Cool, thanks !!
One snag though, I deleted the old version of swype like explained in the second message.....how can I fix that first?
the newer swype version will make a forced close after boot because u did not cut the libswype.so (or st like that) from your /system/lib/ folder when you removed your stock swype version. I had the same problem before and solved it by just removing that file by cutting and pasting it into another folder for backup.
You have to remove system/lib/libswypecore.so
After that, just push the new swype.apk to /system/app
and then push the new libswypecore.so to /system/lib
Edit: Or flash with CWM ;D
Assistance required please:
I deleted the original Swype and then have downloaded WVGA 2.10.52.13753. I've deleted /system//lib/libswypecore and then run the SWYPE SVGA 2.10.XXXX.apk.
When I then try to use it I get the message "The application Swype (process com.swype.android.input mehod) has stopped unexpectedly. Please try again"
After switching teh phone off and back on, I still get this continuously.
I am running my SGS on 2.2 which is Froyo .XXJPO with root and OCLF. What am I missing?
I also note that niXXoz talks about pusing, what is this? I've tried copy and paste but when I get up to the lib and app level the paste option disappears. Could be completely inconsequential but thought I'd ask.
Really look forward to any help that you can lend.
Thanks
clemmie said:
Easy Install Instructions:
*MUST BE ROOTED W/ TITANIUM BACKUP and CWM INSTALLED*
1. Go to https://beta.swype.com/android/create/ and register for the beta
2. Wait for email confirmation and follow steps to do so
3. In Titanium Backup, look for and uninstall Swype
4. Reboot into Recovery Mode and clear Dalvik Cache and Cache Partition Edit: or go into Root Explorer or other root file explorers, and delete /system/lib/libSwypeCore.so
5. Reboot Phone
6. On your phone, go to https://beta.swype.com/android/get/ and download the updated installer. When it downloads, open it and log in
7. Choose the Full version or the English/Spanish version
8. Start Swyping!
Hope that helps.
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You will have to remove it via Titanium Backup. If it still fails to install the APK you'll have to manually log into via adb (or use a terminal emulator) and remove the following:
/system/apps/Swype
/system/lib/libSwype*
That should do the trick. I've just installed a 2.6.x today on my Cappy and it's very nice.
Hi:
I tried to remove via Titanium, that did not work. So, I used Root Explorer and deleted the 2 files. Install was still unsuccessful. So, I used ADB to try to remove, and it says No such file or directory.
Even though I had Swype backed up with Titanium, it will not allow me to restore it, and I am completely unable to install a newer version.
I have searched and can't seem to find the stock Captivate Swype to try to reinstall it.
Any suggestions? I am desperate.
Thanks!
Use root explorer to copy over the existing files
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Use root explorer to copy over the existing files
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newter:
You are my hero! You're suggestion worked perfectly. Thanks SO much!
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Not a problem...glad it worked. Sometimes people make things more difficult than they need be.
Could somebody post a short step-by-step on how to do this?
I need some help.
I used root explorer to look for the
/system/apps/Swype
/system/lib/libSwype*
files.
I found the libSwypecore file, but i didn't have any Swype files in /system/apps.
I deleted that file after uninstalling Swype using Titanium Backup. No success and I'm confused about what you mean by copying over the files using with root explorer. When I try to install my new version of swype, it asks if I would like to still install it since it's a system app (I'm guessing Swype is still recognized as part of the system). Then...it says it's unsuccessful.
Also, I can't restore for some reason since Titanium Backup doesn't have the option anymore
Where do you go to download the new Swype?
I have 2.4 currently.
Sent from my Captivate.
No one?
Sent from my Captivate.
I'd like to get this as well. They now have a double-tap to correct words!
MikeyMike01 said:
No one?
Sent from my Captivate.
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2.6.48.....from axura...but I think docs have updated swype as well?...not 100% sure, dont know of a direct download, might be due to the porting it to other devices and xda crackdown on swype downloads
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I believe the beta is 2.10. I haven't found an easy way to download 2.10 as it is only made available to Sywpe beta users and they aren't taking any more applicants at the moment.
I'm really hoping they make 2.10 more available soon...
MikeyMike01 said:
Where do you go to download the new Swype?
I have 2.4 currently.
Sent from my Captivate.
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I've downloaded a modified version somewhere and I deleted system/lib/libSwypeCore.so and also deleted the other two swype components via TiBu. Rebooted and installed the 2.10 apk fine
Also di11igaf's 2.0.1 rom has swype 2.10 in it
So, I uninstalled with Titanium Backup, deleted /system/lib/Swypecore.so. Rebooted my phone
Now, when i try to install the new Swype version, it initially says
"Replace application
The application you are installing will replace another application. All previous user data will be saved."
Ok and Cancel are my two options
I choose Ok of course, try installing and it says Application not installed.
From what I can tell, it seems like the stock Swype is somehow still recognized?
Edit: Nevermind, I got it working. I pushed/copied the files over.
Installed swype 1.60 version (many language packs including Dutch that I needed) by using the copy paste method. Uninstalling via titanium and removing any swype trace and then trying to install it by tapping the .apk didn't work, it just said install not succesful. Sideloading it via Android Central Sideload Wonder Machine gave me an error stating I did not have enough space (i have more than enough), oh well, at least the copy paste method worked. Renamed the 1.60 swype file to Swype.apk and put it in system/app/ and rebooted and worked... Thanks for the help, can finally (looked for a long time) now swype in dutch!
I tried to install and failed
Everybody here talks about "I copied over and it worked"
What do you copy and over what? Could you be more specific?
Just google swype beta and sign up for it and follow the instructions there.
Hi:
Does anyone have the original swype version found on the captivate? I updated it to a newer version some time ago, with help from this thread, but now (starting today) I am getting a message saying that my trial is over, and the "swype" feature is no longer working.
Please help.
Thanks!
UPDATE: I have found several other versions of swype, and uninstalled, and installed several. I seem to be having the same results. They all install, but the"swype" feature doesn't work, only regular typing works. I still have not found the original Captivate version.
Any thoughts?
Thanks again!
UPDATE: Okay, so I uninstalled all Swype using Titanium, then I went to the Swype website, signed up for the beta, and installed. Voila, it's working perfectly now I just hope this version doesn't eventually give the trial is exipred version eventually.
I downloaded the newest Swype beta and installed it ok, but when I try to swype it says "The Swype package you installed is configured for another device and will operate with limited functionality. Please contact Swype about this issue." I can type individual letters though.
Anyone else having this problem?
I'm running Tazz Froyo 5 right now btw. Thanks in advance for any help!
dhbdhb2000 said:
I downloaded the newest Swype beta and installed it ok, but when I try to swype it says "The Swype package you installed is configured for another device and will operate with limited functionality. Please contact Swype about this issue." I can type individual letters though.
Anyone else having this problem?
I'm running Tazz Froyo 5 right now btw. Thanks in advance for any help!
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Someone I know had this same issue on an Eris running KaosFroyo (V38 I think) and just ended up going back to the older version. The only advice I can give is you go back to the older version as well.
I've had this issue before. Can't remember how I fixed it though >.<
Have you tried reinstalling with autokiller/taskkiller off?
This happens to many people every time they update. Go into settings and uncheck Swype. Uninstall Swype and the Swype installer. Reboot Phone. Then redownload Installer and install all over again. It should work. Swype recommends clearing your home screens of all widgets too before the reinstall but I have never had to do that. Good luck.
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That happened to me also. I had to uncheck swype from the keyboards menu, uninstall swype and the installer, go to the downloads folder and delete any previous swype download files. Then make sure you are installing to internal memory in the cyanogen applications menu. After that i rebooted and went through the installer download and install and the swype download and install. After you install swype wait a second or two for the web browser to reappear and an option to enable swype should pop up. Part of my problem was that I was moving the apk to my system\app folder before it was installed.
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What do you mean wait for browser to come up?
After I download and install from the installer, it apparently installs then goes to the done screen. Is the browser supposed to come up after? Or do i need to press done first? If I press done I get an error that swype is already installed, which I'm sure nothing is, and it doesn't work after. It looks like it might be a known bug on swypes forum.
This is what happens every time I try to use the installer and why I always have to install a hacked version. Guess I'll just have to wait for a hacked one of the new version...
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That happened to me also. I had to uncheck swype from the keyboards menu, uninstall swype and the installer, go to the downloads folder and delete any previous swype download files. Then make sure you are installing to internal memory in the cyanogen applications menu. After that i rebooted and went through the installer download and install and the swype download and install. After you install swype wait a second or two for the web browser to reappear and an option to enable swype should pop up. Part of my problem was that I was moving the apk to my system\app folder before it was installed.
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How I fixed it was to unchecked the swype keyboard in the language menu uninstalled it then wiped the swype installer information
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I tried everything under the sun to get the installer to work, nothing does. It looks like this is a known issue with swype and there is no work around for me.
I just found the new version floating around google and used that one.
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This comes straight from one of the Swype reps on their beta forums.
For anyone getting the “Configured for another device” error, please make sure that when you hit “Done” after Swype finishes installing, you wait for the “Enable Swype” window to appear.
DO NOT press the “back” button when you see the “Start Download” button again. The license file is being generated at the time, and exiting the installer will kill the license download.
I had this exact same problem, and this fixed it immediately.
That doesn't work for me. Either hitting the back button our done button results in the same error. Swype is already installed. Once I enable swype, then I get the configured for another device error. Is apparently a known issue with no work around and why I always just use unofficial copies. Less hassle.
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MJL99 said:
That doesn't work for me. Either hitting the back button our done button results in the same error. Swype is already installed. Once I enable swype, then I get the configured for another device error. Is apparently a known issue with no work around and why I always just use unofficial copies. Less hassle.
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what i did was went in to astro and went into the titanium backup folder and deleted everything with swype in it. Then went into settings and unchecked the "unknown sources" checkbox in apps then downloaded the latest swype via the downloader and it worked.
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what i did was went in to astro and went into the titanium backup folder and deleted everything with swype in it. Then went into settings and unchecked the "unknown sources" checkbox in apps then downloaded the latest swype via the downloader and it worked.
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I have no idea how you managed that. If I uncheck unknown sources in the applications menu it does not allow me too load the installer because its not from the market.
I have also used root explorer to eliminate every trace of swype off my system and sd card to no avail.
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MJL99 said:
I have no idea how you managed that. If I uncheck unknown sources in the applications menu it does not allow me too load the installer because its not from the market.
I have also used root explorer to eliminate every trace of swype off my system and sd card to no avail.
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Once the installer is installed uncheck unknown sources.
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Did you restart the phone after you uninstalled everything. that was my issue. After the install on had to restart also for full functionality (the mic)
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It IS Lupus said:
Once the installer is installed uncheck unknown sources.
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Hmm...I tried this with the new 2.15 version of swype out and it still wouldnt let me install without unknown sources checked. funny tho, the new version installed just fine so now a legit copy of swype is finally running on my phone.
where to get Swype
Any one have any idea as to where I can get a swype keyboard now?
ham3one said:
Any one have any idea as to where I can get a swype keyboard now?
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Not from xda. The thread will be closed if someone posts the swype apk.
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google search for swype with most recent version number and you will probably find something.
MJL99 said:
google search for swype with most recent version number and you will probably find something.
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What's the most recent version. I'm on 2.4.44 and it's expired.
jadesdan said:
What's the most recent version. I'm on 2.4.44 and it's expired.
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Most recent is "Swype 2.15.56.14870". (They consider 15 higher than 4 even though it's after a decimal point.)
I've been having a lot of problems lately....I've searched all over Google and tried many different versions of Swype but get the same result...it keeps force closing itself whenever I try to use it.
It worked flawlessly before when I first got the phone! I decided to try the new Swype beta and stupid me I didn't backup Swype with Titanium (though I did make a backup with Titanium but not sure how to use it or if it'll solve the Swype problem) and installed the new Swype Beta from the official site but it gave me:
"Sorry!
The application Swype (process com.swype.android.inputmethod) has stopped unexpectedly. Please try again.
dumpstate_app_201012212300_com_swype_android_inputmethod.log has been saved. Use *#9900# to copy out log."
I restarted, uninstalled and reinstalled many times but it's the same outcome I want my swype back!!! T.T I THINK it comes with Android 2.1? I'm not sure...it was on the phone when I bought it 2nd hand.
Regardless I'm sad regular keyboard SUCKS comparatively.
Thanks in advance.
Running Android 2.1 unlocked and rooted.
Same Problem here !
Try this;
Uninstall Swype, also delete libSwypeCore.so from your phone! Restart your phone, and reinstall Swype through an apk
norcal einstein said:
Try this;
Uninstall Swype, also delete libSwypeCore.so from your phone! Restart your phone, and reinstall Swype through an apk
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More specifically, uninstall swype using an application like Titanium backup.
Also, delete /system/lib/libSwypeCore.so using root explorer or ADB. Then reboot your phone and install swype like an apk.
I love the quick responses...but strangely enough...
I have done those things. I deleted the libSwypeCore.so BUT it comes back whenever I look into root Explorer and I have even tried to delete it multiple times! And yes I did delete it and try rebooting (powering off device and powering back on) but it still remains! When I delete it it's gone until I exit the folder...then it comes back
I'm stuck with SlideIT for now which kinda sucks in comparison...I want to use the new swype, which they made open beta btw, but sigh
And I've tried multiple APK versions but to no avail...even 1.5, 2.1.0, 2.15, 2.6.5.
Using SlideIT for now and it pales in comparison to Swype Any ideas?
All I can say is that I had the exact same problem as you, and deleting libSwypeCore.so was the magical break through for me. Like canuck had posted, I uninstalled with Titanium Backup, and then deleted libSwypeCore with Root Explorer.
Hopefully someone else comes in with another solution for you.
yea I tried to delete the libSwypeCore.so but it would come back LIke a bad rash...a really quick instant bad rash...I delete it and as soon as I enter the folder again it's there again!!!
Is there another way to delete it permenantly?
3py0n said:
Is there another way to delete it permenantly?
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Hmmm, I don't know if this is your problem, but maybe you forgot to click "Mount R/W" before you tried to delete the libSwypeCore.so file? Also, make sure you click "Mount R/O" after you're done deleting.
to be honest, i had the same problem. I just resorted to installing a custom rom.
just to make sure.. are you uninstalling the program before you delete the file. If you are forgetting to uninstall it first, could be a good reason as to why the file keeps returning.
If not, then not quite sure myself. Using a custom rom and if you are, could just backup apps/data and reinstall the rom... just another idea..
Zug
I'm on a fascinate...
but similarly....
mine keeps returning upon reboot too. Tried reinstalling / uninstalling with manage apps / reinstalling / uninstalling with titanium... (and deleting libSwypeCore.so after each uninstall... ) only to find libSwypeCore.so back after both restarts. Swype installs fine but when I try to run it it FC. Also get a FC for the swype process when booting up my phone even though slideit is currently set to default.
arg
i dont wanna reflash / format. im lazyyy
Edit: I figured out why I couldn't get rid of it. Root explorer... Even though when I navigate to the folder it said R/w, when using the search function to find the file within the folder...(as I'm too lazy to scroll down) it wasn't letting me delete it with R/W. I had to just scroll down to the file and longpressdelete... i didn't realize the search results wouldnt be in RW even though it said RW at the top.
FYI... The beta installed properly and no longer FC's
thanks, guys. i was able to get it to work. i was having the same problem. i made sure to delete the files using root explorer, i cleared the swype date, force closed then unistalled. then redownloaded the swype beta that i was using. everything is working good now.
im using an atrix.
tried all of this reinstalled and still getting buzzing and forced closes got to be a way to get this to work
I desperately miss swype... even with this larger keyboard, I can type faster on my phone because it has swype.
Anyway, I have followed the directions for installing some Google apps without root, and I side loaded dropbox successfully. I am waiting / hoping for a backup method before I try rooting, but in the meantime I was wondering if anyone has succeeded in installing swype on their device, root or no?
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Installing swype has crossed my mind, but I have not done it yet on the KFHD. I did it with the KF 1st gen and it required rooting and it could get a little messy but once it was up and running, it wasn't a problem. I actually used SlideIT keyboard but right now the stock keyboard is a little pleasing so I haven't switched.
Sideloading doesn't work on keyboards, a rom might be necessary
alkemist80 said:
Installing swype has crossed my mind, but I have not done it yet on the KFHD. I did it with the KF 1st gen and it required rooting and it could get a little messy but once it was up and running, it wasn't a problem. I actually used SlideIT keyboard but right now the stock keyboard is a little pleasing so I haven't switched.
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that was relly helpfull
Successfuly installed Smart keyboard pro using method described here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1369205
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anastasis96 said:
that was relly helpfull
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All you have to do is ask. The method I found was on another board and I don't like to step on toes by cross referencing on another board.
I am revising this post on how I got swype beta installed and working on KFHD, the original KF method is not working since amazon locked out the ability to swap keyboards. This requires your device to be rooted
1) Sign up for Swype Beta on their website and download their installer on your KFHD.
2) Install the Installer APK and Log in
3) Select your Beta version and download
4) Install swype
5) Go to data/apps and move swype apk to system/apps and make sure permissions are rw-r-r
6) Install NookColorTools_0.2.apk found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=868366 Link courtesy of timurg
6) Reboot
7) Open NookColorTools and you will be able to select your keyboard. IF you keep getting a Force Close message, just dismiss, go back to system/apps and reinstall swype and force close should stop
8) Enjoy
I was also able to get this method to work with SlideIT keyboard.
So I installed swype beta, as well as nook tools... but when I try to enable swype in its app, it takes me to the default screen for co figuring the built in keyboard. The keyboard selection button in nook tools only lists the default option. Do I need to move the swype apk to system/apps ? If so, can anyone recommend a file manager that will allow me to access that dir without root?
Thanks!
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Yes, you have to move apk to the system folder. And no, you can't do this without root.
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timurg said:
Yes, you have to move apk to the system folder. And no, you can't do this without root.
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I did a few installs of swype trying to figure out the cleanest install, as you don't need to move any lib files in your linked post and even though it appeared all the files were removed for another clean install, it still showed up without being in my system/app folder. I will fix my post.
Swype Beta has closed
So I rooted my device in order to try again to get Swype installed. I followed your instructions, however immediately after enabling Swype Beta in the Nook color tools, I get a message that Swype Beta has closed. This repeats every few seconds. Is this the force close error you mentioned? What do you mean by "go back to system/apps and reinstall swype"? I tried deleting the swype-input apk from system/apps and reinstalling the swype beta apk, but it led to the same result. Any advice?
Nevermind -- figured it out
OK, so I tried moving the *installer* apk to system/app (using RootExplorer), then launching said apk (using file expert). Enabled swype in nook color tools and now it's working! hurray!
So, I did install Swype and several other keyboards to check. They all work good in portrait mode. But in landscape mode, the navigation bar closes a part of keyboard. The same happens to all keyboards I tried: Swype, Go keyboard, Swift keyboard. Did Anybody had the same problem?
Melodycd said:
So, I did install Swype and several other keyboards to check. They all work good in portrait mode. But in landscape mode, the navigation bar closes a part of keyboard. The same happens to all keyboards I tried: Swype, Go keyboard, Swift keyboard. Did Anybody had the same problem?
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Yes, I have the same problem. As a partial solution - Smart Keyboard Pro has an option to show arrows on the left edge, so the navigational panel closes arrows and not interferes with the letter block of keyboard.
Swype Default from Swype Installer
Got it installed thanks for the tips! The odd thing is when I downloaded the Swype installer and installed it, it gave me the option right from the Swype page to set as default keyboard and set preferences. I installed Nook Tools before I downloaded Swype (I obviously can't follow directions:laugh, but didn't need to go into it to set the keyboard. Like I said the option to set as default keyboard was in the Swype installer app. Works great - vastly improves my chances of sticking with the KFHD!
I have only tried it in Portrait mode, so can't comment on the Landscape issues (I use my KFHD in Portrait mode about 90% of the time).
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I am revising this post on how I got swype beta installed and working on KFHD, the original KF method is not working since amazon locked out the ability to swap keyboards. This requires your device to be rooted
1) Sign up for Swype Beta on their website and download their installer on your KFHD.
2) Install the Installer APK and Log in
3) Select your Beta version and download
4) Install swype
5) Go to data/apps and move swype apk to system/apps and make sure permissions are rw-r-r
6) Install NookColorTools_0.2.apk found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=868366 Link courtesy of timurg
6) Reboot
7) Open NookColorTools and you will be able to select your keyboard. IF you keep getting a Force Close message, just dismiss, go back to system/apps and reinstall swype and force close should stop
8) Enjoy
I was also able to get this method to work with SlideIT keyboard.
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Worked perfectly for me, thank you.
timurg said:
Successfuly installed Smart keyboard pro using method described here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1369205
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Registered just to say THANK YOU! :good:
It all worked perfectly for me, thank you!
Anyone worked out how to fix the hidden part of the keyboard in landscape view?
Thanks!
I got Swype working by installing it then using titanium backup to convert it to system app. I then used nook color tools to choose it as the keyboard. No problems. Well, except for the landscape issue.
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Varlokkur said:
So I rooted my device in order to try again to get Swype installed. I followed your instructions, however immediately after enabling Swype Beta in the Nook color tools, I get a message that Swype Beta has closed. This repeats every few seconds. Is this the force close error you mentioned? What do you mean by "go back to system/apps and reinstall swype"? I tried deleting the swype-input apk from system/apps and reinstalling the swype beta apk, but it led to the same result. Any advice?
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The same on me with Perfect keyboard.
With all steps repeated 10 times ... after first FC reinstall Perfect KBD from system/app. Everithing is OK till next reboot....again FC.
Last time I have tried to copy so lib in system/lib, but no progres - after restart the result is FC.