[L3] [Mod Mini CM9]Transparent Navbar&Statusbar - Optimus L3, L5, L7 General

Since KITKAT is released everyone want to install it
But due to some reasons we dont have CM11
So I an presenting a MOD which will give your phone KITKAT look............
This mod can be used on other devices also...
Just push the system ui in system and add the following lines in build.prop
"##Navbar
qemu.hw.mainkeys=0"
Remove that "
If you are using the device having similar size to L3 then u have to resize navbar
So follow the given steps
Step1: Take framework-res.apk from the rom on which u are going to use this mod
Step2: Decompile it.
Step3: Navigate to res>values>dimens
Step4: Find navbar height & change the value from 48 to 36
Step5:Save,recompile & push in system.............:laugh:
Downloads:
As I dont have permissions to post outside links,download link is in attached files(Due to less no. of posts:crying

MiniCM9? damn it! can you make it for CM9? looks really awesome. thanks btw

good job, some people (including myself) are confused how to make status-bar being transparent in mini cm9

Navbar
is the navbar really necessary (due to l3 size)? is it just appeared on home screen? how do i remove the navbar?

ichsanization said:
is the navbar really necessary (due to l3 size)? is it just appeared on home screen? how do i remove the navbar?
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Delete the navar code in the end of build.prop
Hit the tnx
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anyone have problems with sistem UI? when i delete previous processes and accidentally tap twice times the screen, it suddenly crashes any solution?: Confused:

doppelganger95 said:
anyone have problems with sistem UI? when i delete previous processes and accidentally tap twice times the screen, it suddenly crashes any solution?: Confused:
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I have no problem for system UI . . I edit it and remove the navbar if you want try my edited . .
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Related

{MOD} Everything By Runandhide Found HERE

Here are a few mods i have been working on and thought id share with the community
Flash these zip in CWM recovery
no need to wipe cache the my script will do everything that is needed, just flash and sit back and await the awesomeness!
All mods in here now are tested and working with EOS 2.0.0
Hide Google Seach Bar From All home Screens
tested and working with EOS 2.0.0
What this mod does is not remove the search but hides it, There is a Very Small vertical bar on the very Top Left hand corner of the screen to access the Google Search, Other thank that is Launcher is 100% stock
(see third ScreenShot)
Add 7 home screens with or without google search bar
Only 3 Homes screens with or without google seach bar
launcher2 zips found here
http://www.box.com/s/goflka6ti78necik7hk3
Font Packs For Any ICS ROM
http://www.box.com/s/171e51b6cf66bcc8112a
new font packs up 15 and counting
3/20/12 16:26 CST
in the comments of each font zip i have a link for that specific font type,
The link will direct you pictures of the font so that u can see what it is before flashing
Widget and App Ports (find the zip in your model's folder)
Stingray-- http://www.box.com/s/jgporzynexzpoe71zcvd
Wingray-- http://www.box.com/s/m4evy0zbmzxq9y9dk061
*Motorola Clock And Weather Widget From Honeycomb
*HandWriting Recongision App ANY XOOM ROM
http://www.box.com/s/7yo40yn2hdtar378k3jl
fourm discution thread here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1526433
EOS themed live wall papper
This is my EOS themed version of phase beam live wall paper
YouTube video of wallpaper
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LmMqTP2jM2w&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Zip
http://www.box.com/shared/42782593398b2bdfa78d
**I am in no way shape or form affiliated with Team EOS These Guys are way more talented than i will every be!
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runandhide05 said:
here is a quick mod for u guys, this will add the search key to the status bar
Flash the zip in CWM recovery
This is build off the EOS nightly build 80 for wingray only!
After you flash this u can then use iammodo softkey mods to theme the icons to whatever u want! you can find his themed list of icons here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1502121
with out further ado
here is the zip
http://www.box.com/s/q3tar7g25b4yya8j9ayc
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Nice, clean . Any goodies for Stingray EOS 65?
Mjamocha said:
Nice, clean . Any goodies for Stingray EOS 65?
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not yet, but il need a tester when i get to it
im downloading their build 65 right now
tester on build 65 for stringay
THIS HAS NOT BEEN TESTED, DO NOT FLASH IF U DO NOT KNOW WHAT YOU ARE DOING!
MAKE BACKUP OF YOUR CURRENT /SYSTEM/APP/SYSTEMUI.APK
http://www.box.com/s/620bryl9v3kzccxjaf42
not working on mine, and yes I'm running n80. all its done is hidden my status bar :-$
ionSeven said:
not working on mine, and yes I'm running n80. all its done is hidden my status bar :-$
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Did u flash or did u pull the apk from my zip?
I assure u it works! U must flash it, not pull the apk from the zip and push it, also u did download the on in op not the one from stingray correct?
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I flash it and yeah the one from the op, it was strange, could it have something to do with the fact I'd already got custom softkeys?
ionSeven said:
I flash it and yeah the one from the op, it was strange, could it have something to do with the fact I'd already got custom softkeys?
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It should not because the custom soft keys are just a few .pngs
After u flashed did u get the android rebuilding apps 1 of xx like after u wipe cache?
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erm to tell you the truth I didn't notice, I'll have ago again in the morning, and let you know...after all its easier enough to reflash.
ionSeven said:
erm to tell you the truth I didn't notice, I'll have ago again in the morning, and let you know...after all its easier enough to reflash.
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did u see my name when u were flashing? cause if it did not give u the "updateing android" then it did not flash properly! i have it baked in my script to wipe cache.
also OP updated with stingray zip
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runandhide05 said:
not yet, but il need a tester when i get to it
im downloading their build 65 right now
tester on build 65 for stringay
THIS HAS NOT BEEN TESTED, DO NOT FLASH IF U DO NOT KNOW WHAT YOU ARE DOING!
MAKE BACKUP OF YOUR CURRENT /SYSTEM/APP/SYSTEMUI.APK
http://www.box.com/s/620bryl9v3kzccxjaf42
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Tested and working
EOS ICS Stingray Nightly 65 - With Runandhide05 Search Mod and Iammodo Softkey Mod -
EOS ICS Stingray Nightly 65 - Runandhide05 Search Mod Solo
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yeah it definitely wiped the cache, as far as I can tell the flash went fine. I was also thinking, could it be because I had the hide status bar option turned on in the power menu...but not active?
I'll try it again with the option off, but it won't be till morning as its 0500 lol
ionSeven said:
yeah it definitely wiped the cache, as far as I can tell the flash went fine. I was also thinking, could it be because I had the hide status bar option turned on in the power menu...but not active?
I'll try it again with the option off, but it won't be till morning as its 0500 lol
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OK, well get to sleep solider
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[NOOB] why noz work on cm9, wantz this mod...will it brick my XOOM if I flash anyway???!?!?!?![/NOOB]
Anywhoooo can't wait to see this working on more rom's and a more stable mod so can be used on any EOS nightly.
Great work so far.
runandhide05 said:
did u see my name when u were flashing? cause if it did not give u the "updateing android" then it did not flash properly! i have it baked in my script to wipe cache.
also OP updated with stingray zip
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Sure did - nice touch bro! - Awesome, thank you. Now that we have the search on the bottom, is there a way to get rid of it from the top? Most likely it's baked in to the system? Keep up the great MOD work! Looking forward to your next project. if any. Peace -
Mjamocha said:
Sure did - nice touch bro! - Awesome, thank you. Now if I could just get rid of that pesky recent bar that pops up on the side - LOL
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What do u want to get rid of? The entire recent bar? ... if u explain in detail what u r wanting I can/should be able to do it if its what I'm thinking u want
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Mjamocha said:
Sure did - nice touch bro! - Awesome, thank you. Now that we have the search on the bottom, is there a way to get rid of it from the top? Most likely it's baked in to the system? Keep up the great MOD work! Looking forward to your next project. if any. Peace -
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Try a different launcher, nova and trebucket both let you remove search bar from desktop
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Mjamocha said:
Sure did - nice touch bro! - Awesome, thank you. Now that we have the search on the bottom, is there a way to get rid of it from the top? Most likely it's baked in to the system? Keep up the great MOD work! Looking forward to your next project. if any. Peace -
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OK u modified your post, are u wanting to remove the recent bar or the search bar on the home screen?
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iammodo said:
Try a different launcher, nova and trebucket both let you remove search bar from desktop
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Yeah, I've tried the other launchers, I don't really like the 3rd party launchers. Thanks though.
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runandhide05 said:
OK u modified your post, are u wanting to remove the recent bar or the search bar on the home screen?
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Yeah I modified my OG post, I really wanted to know if it is possible to get rid of the Google search on the upper left of the screen. If that is not possible is there a way to hide it since we now have the "search" on the softkey bar?And yes, wanting to remove that annoying recent bar that pops up on the left hand side of the screen or toggle to hide it. Is it do-able?
Mjamocha said:
Yeah, I've tried the other launchers, I don't really like the 3rd party launchers. Thanks though.
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Yeah I modified my OG post, I really wanted to know if it is possible to get rid of the Google search on the upper left of the screen. If that is not possible is there a way to hide it since we now have the "search" on the softkey bar?And yes, wanting to remove that annoying recent bar that pops up on the left hand side of the screen or toggle to hide it. Is it do-able?
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I will look into the removal of the search grid on the stock launcher,
As for the recent... u want the button just removed in its entirety? If so that's easy..
If u r wanting something else u may need to add more detail...
For instance how would u switch between task? Or if u don't use it I can remove it completely
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runandhide05 said:
I will look into the removal of the search grid on the stock launcher,
As for the recent... u want the button just removed in its entirety? If so that's easy..
If u r wanting something else u may need to add more detail...
For instance how would u switch between task? Or if u don't use it I can remove it completely
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In this picture on the far left - where it says Calculator, Calendar .... (this is the pop up that shows when you hit the "recent" button on your softkey bar.) This popup is what I wanted to be removed or have an option to toggled off, so that it does not show. Is that possible? Let me know what you find out about the Google Search grid - that would be epic!

14 Statusbar Toggles(can be used with no deodexed Stockrom)

at first:this work IS NOT FROM ME,its from German user called Kundal.He has make it with the guide from here.I have test both of them on normal Firmware with root(no deodexed)and is worx fine.Just install with cwm,thats all.
The black one from screenshot has an little issue,when a download is working u see only the bar.the other one is like the normal grey one,but with 14 toggles.:good:
ALL CREDITS TO:Kundal:good:
Updates attached at 10 post.sorry my fail,loooool
Pretty good. And this theme black and blue where I can find it for stock rom?
i have tested both of them on no deodexed stockrom with root and both working fine.
You have the link to download this theme there? the subject of rom whole non mod. I do not like the song that comes on the stock rom. Thank you.
nope,sorry.when u mean stockrom than look for it with using searchbutton.
Ok tanks.
Working good,
Thanks to share it.
can u fix flashlight.
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sorry,as u can see its not my work im working on it.when u found an solution before me than post please.
CALIBAN666 said:
sorry,as u can see its not my work im working on it.when u found an solution before me than post please.
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Flashlight works if we replace systeme ui from other roms, im using it. But they should permitt.
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CALIBAN666 said:
at first:this work IS NOT FROM ME,its from German user called Kundal.He has make it with the guide from here.I have test both of them on normal Firmware with root(no deodexed)and is worx fine.Just install with cwm,thats all.
The black one from screenshot has an little issue,when a download is working u see only the bar.the other one is like the normal grey one,but with 14 toggles.:good:
for blue icons use the other zipfile-----must work but not tested by me
ALL CREDITS TO KUNDAL!!!!!
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To fix flashlight you need to add some lines to AndroidManifest.xml in SystemUI.apk. I tried this but it didn't work.
Afaik editing AndroidManifest.xml destroys the signature of the APK so the system doesn't except the file any longer. To get around this you'd have to resign all system apps and all jar-Files in /system/framework signed by Samsung.
It's not worth to do this for the flashlight feature. Just disable flashlight in the QuickpanelSettings App.
I personally use a version with modded lidroid-res.apk (different Icons):
The screenshot shows german icon descriptions but the provided version is in english.
If you're interested in the german version you can get it here: Lidroid 14 Statusbar Toggle Buttons German
Just replace the lidroid-res.apk in /system/framework and set permissions to rw-r--r--
vielen Dank Herr Kundal:good:
Hey op and kundal I am not here to discourage u but I made this work on stock some few months back also by deleting systemui.odex and clearing cache. Any way gr8 work. I liked the new mix toggles.
Op I think u are the one who pasted latest black play store..
Am w8ing for transparent 1 & black works gr8..
If u are good in smalli can u plz help me.. I need help...
By d way u have sgy or sgy duos??
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samsoul16 said:
Hey op and kundal I am not here to discourage u but I made this work on stock some few months back also by deleting systemui.odex and clearing cache. Any way gr8 work. I liked the new mix toggles.
Op I think u are the one who pasted latest black play store..
Am w8ing for transparent 1 & black works gr8..
If u are good in smalli can u plz help me.. I need help...
By d way u have sgy or sgy duos??
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i have both ones,but for trans.i need help too,lol
CALIBAN666 said:
i have both ones,but for trans.i need help too,lol
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If u want transparent one I can share. See this.
This is mine current jb statusbar with swipe to remove,15 toggles and working flashlight.. I want to make settings shortcut work. Can u help me...
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CALIBAN666 said:
i have both ones,but for trans.i need help too,lol
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Want u want transparent tell me. Maybe I can help u. I am not pro in theming but I am good...
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Kundal said:
To fix flashlight you need to add some lines to AndroidManifest.xml in SystemUI.apk. I tried this but it didn't work.
Afaik editing AndroidManifest.xml destroys the signature of the APK so the system doesn't except the file any longer. To get around this you'd have to resign all system apps and all jar-Files in /system/framework signed by Samsung.
It's not worth to do this for the flashlight feature. Just disable flashlight in the QuickpanelSettings App.
I personally use a version with modded lidroid-res.apk (different Icons):
The screenshot shows german icon descriptions but the provided version is in english.
If you're interested in the german version you can get it here: Lidroid 14 Statusbar Toggle Buttons German
Just replace the lidroid-res.apk in /system/framework and set permissions to rw-r--r--
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Hey wil this lidroid-res work on sgy, my bro hv this phone.
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Hey wil this lidroid-res work on sgy, my bro hv this phone.
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Yes, it should also work on sgy.
Can u plz add swipe to remove in it?
Thnx in adv
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CALIBAN666 said:
CALIBAN666 said:
at first:this work IS NOT FROM ME,its from German user called Kundal.He has make it with the guide from here.I have test both of them on normal Firmware with root(no deodexed)and is worx fine.Just install with cwm,thats all.
The black one from screenshot has an little issue,when a download is working u see only the bar.the other one is like the normal grey one,but with 14 toggles.:good:
for blue icons use the other zipfile-----must work but not tested by me
ALL CREDITS TO KUNDAL!!!!!
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Kundal said:
To fix flashlight you need to add some lines to AndroidManifest.xml in SystemUI.apk. I tried this but it didn't work.
Afaik editing AndroidManifest.xml destroys the signature of the APK so the system doesn't except the file any longer. To get around this you'd have to resign all system apps and all jar-Files in /system/framework signed by Samsung.
It's not worth to do this for the flashlight feature. Just disable flashlight in the QuickpanelSettings App.
I personally use a version with modded lidroid-res.apk (different Icons):
The screenshot shows german icon descriptions but the provided version is in english.
If you're interested in the german version you can get it here: Lidroid 14 Statusbar Toggle Buttons German
Just replace the lidroid-res.apk in /system/framework and set permissions to rw-r--r--
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Nice work.but can't flash both lidroid-res.apk in cwm. shows erorr installation aborted,pls fix it
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[GUIDE]How to make status bar transparent

You need to have these things first :
1- Root
2- Deodexed ROM
3- PC (with JAVA installed)
4- Any apk decompiler (apktool, apk-multitool, etc..)
How to :-
1- Copy SystemUI.apk from /system/app/ to your sd card via any root browser.
2- transfer SystemUI.apk to your computer.
3- Decompile SystemUI.apk.
4- Open res\layout\status_bar.xml
5- There you will see a value like android:background=FF000000
6- To make it translucent type 5F000000 instead of FF000000 or to make it full transparent type 000000
Enjoy and if any questions plz ask here.. .
Credits :
Google (for searching)
XDA (for some knowledge about status_bar.xml)
Ok, this guide needs to be elaborated... :angel:
I did the same, and following was output:
1. Even while changing background to 5f000000, background became full transparent.
2. Whenever i open an app, status bar becomes black again(opaque)
3. During media scanning also status bar looses transparency!
This means status bar is only transparent when on homescreen!
I'm attaching images which i tried on jelly blast rom and also the modded systemui.apk (of Jelly Blast rom) if anyone wants to try. Just rename the file to systemui.apk and put in system/app, change permissions and reboot. you will face lots of force close messages but don't worry after reboot it'll be fine!:good:
js2892 said:
Ok, this guide needs to be elaborated... :angel:
I did the same, and following was output:
1. Even while changing background to 5f000000, background became full transparent.
2. Whenever i open an app, status bar becomes black again(opaque)
3. During media scanning also status bar looses transparency!
This means status bar is only transparent when on homescreen!
I'm attaching images which i tried on jelly blast rom and also the modded systemui.apk (of Jelly Blast rom) if anyone wants to try. Just rename the file to systemui.apk and put in system/app, change permissions and reboot. you will face lots of force close messages but don't worry after reboot it'll be fine!:good:
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lol,that's normal.
HolyTyphlosion said:
lol,that's normal.
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I think editing framework-res.apk will solve this!
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js2892 said:
Ok, this guide needs to be elaborated... :angel:
I did the same, and following was output:
1. Even while changing background to 5f000000, background became full transparent.
2. Whenever i open an app, status bar becomes black again(opaque)
3. During media scanning also status bar looses transparency!
This means status bar is only transparent when on homescreen!
I'm attaching images which i tried on jelly blast rom and also the modded systemui.apk (of Jelly Blast rom) if anyone wants to try. Just rename the file to systemui.apk and put in system/app, change permissions and reboot. you will face lots of force close messages but don't worry after reboot it'll be fine!:good:
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Now, everything is not perfect
Atleast it gives SOME satisfaction...
tried editing the drawer.xml from framework-res.apk but still gives me blackstatusbar.. I only get transparent upon pulling the notification down..
iMaker said:
tried editing the drawer.xml from framework-res.apk but still gives me blackstatusbar.. I only get transparent upon pulling the notification down..
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So why don't you try what is written in this guide?
i just did
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iMaker said:
i just did
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bro you don't have to edit drawer.xml but statusbar.xml -.-
And this guide is small and easy one for those who don't want to all the long fuss!
so you will get transparent status bar only when on homescreen or pulling the notification panel down
And I you want permanent transparency then you must search other guides or if they are not there then I will try to make it when I would get time
i think that I should mod the launcher so that it will have permanent trans. but I don't know how, if its ok with to make a tut it will be a big help for me
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iMaker said:
i think that I should mod the launcher so that it will have permanent trans. but I don't know how, if its ok with to make a tut it will be a big help for me
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here is an guide, though it is Galaxy Y's but it might work
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2204389
Nabs Zains said:
You need to have these things first :
1- Root
2- Deodexed ROM
3- PC (with JAVA installed)
4- Any apk decompiler (apktool, apk-multitool, etc..)
How to :-
1- Copy SystemUI.apk from /system/app/ to your sd card via any root browser.
2- transfer SystemUI.apk to your computer.
3- Decompile SystemUI.apk.
4- Open res\layout\status_bar.xml
5- There you will see a value like android:background=FF000000
6- To make it translucent type 5F000000 instead of FF000000 or to make it full transparent type 000000
Enjoy and if any questions plz ask here.. .
Credits :
Google (for searching)
XDA (for some knowledge about status_bar.xml)
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This guide is correct. Just make it sure that you paste this value "#00000000" or "#ff000000"
android:background="#00000000" or android:background="#ff000000"
Thanks!
i cannot find RES/layout in my system UI apk...
anmol7ify said:
i cannot find RES/layout in my system UI apk...
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decompile it correcctly
iamareebjamal said:
decompile it correcctly
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ok after i decompiled it correctly...i was able to mod it...but the status bar dont become transparent...it remains black..i even replaced the status_bar_bg tiles to transparent PNG no luck...then i tried to induce a colour and magically the status bar was coloured..but whenever i try to make it transparent it remain black..it seems like the status bar is transparent but some thing black is behind the status bar which is making it appear black..
p.s i even tried modding drawables.xml
iam on a aosp non tw rom.
anmol7ify said:
ok after i decompiled it correctly...i was able to mod it...but the status bar dont become transparent...it remains black..i even replaced the status_bar_bg tiles to transparent PNG no luck...then i tried to induce a colour and magically the status bar was coloured..but whenever i try to make it transparent it remain black..it seems like the status bar is transparent but some thing black is behind the status bar which is making it appear black..
p.s i even tried modding drawables.xml
iam on a aosp non tw rom.
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Aw man...
I think it only works on samsung ROM
Nabs Zains said:
Aw man...
I think it only works on samsung ROM
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Is their any way to make the status bar transparent of stock aosp Rom..?? I am trying very hard..but no luck
anmol7ify said:
Bro is thr any way to make the status bar transparent of stock aosp Rom..?? I am trying very hard..but no luck.
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She's a girl bro.
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anmol7ify said:
Is their any way to make the status bar transparent of stock aosp Rom..?? I am trying very hard..but no luck
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Which phone u using dude?
CanvasHD aosp

[Guide]For Making Smaller SoftKeys

Hey Guys DJ here! I thought to make this guide for all people who want smaller onscreen keys/softkeys/navigation bar [the home,back and recent apps keys] on their Xperia Z. People would say that you could've provided some framework-res.apks with different sizes of softkeys! But they would be size specific and people have their own choices hence I am telling you guys how to make them yourselves! By the way this works on all android 4.+ devices!
What's the advantage of doing this? You get a bigger screen as your apps get rescaled automatically!
First of all Your Xperia Z should be rooted ,DEODEXED and unlocked! You can refer to DoomLord's tutorial for that!
You should have the knowledge on how to use flashtool or how to create nandroid backups in clockworkmod recovery incase something goes wrong!
Disclaimer:
You are doing this on your own risk , blah blahblahblahblahblah!
By the way cmd means command prompt window!
Let's Begin:
First of all make a backup of your rom by going into the recovery ! Its good to have one incase something goes wrong!
To DO on your XZ-
1) Install root explorer
2) Navigate to system/framework/
3) Copy 'framework-res.apk' and 'SemcGenericUxpRes.apk' from that location to your SDcard.
4) Now connect your XZ to your PC.
To DO on your PC-
1) Install apktool v3 [you can find it easily on google! ]
2) After you are done with installing apktool open a cmd window in that location [ you can do that by right clicking in that window while keeping the shift key pressed, then click on the open command window here option from the drop down menu which appers].
3) Copy framework-res.apk and SemcGenericUxpRes.apk from your SDcard to your PC to the location where your apktool files are present.
4) Now in the cmd window which you opened earlier you need to type some commands -
apktool if framework-res.apk
now press 'enter key'
then
apktool if SemcGenericUxpRes.apk
press enter
The above 2 lines have installed the framework-res.apk and SemcGenericUxpRes.apk to your system which the apktool will later use as resources to decompile the framework-res.apk
now we need to decompile the framework-res.apk, for this type
apktool d framework-res.apk framework-res
it will perform a series of functions just wait for it till its finished!
when its done you will see that there is a new folder 'framework-res' in the window[location] where you have installed the apktool!
navigate to framework-res/res/values/
open dimens.xml using noteped++[yeah forgot to say that you need to install this too! ]
look for the lines 'navigationbar height' and navigationbar width'
the default size would be 48! just reduce it to what ever you want! 28 is recommended by me ! height = 28 and width= 24
Save the changes.
Now switch to the cmd window again
We are going to re-compile the framework-res.apk-
type-
apktool b framework-res framework-res-new.apk
when its done then you will have the new framework-res-new.apk with smaller softkeys!
5) Now copy it to your SDcard
6) Disconnect your XZ
7) Open root explorer in your XZ.
8) Copy the 'framework-res-new.apk' to your system/
9) Long press it and click on permissions
10) set it to rw-r--r--[1st row + + - ; 2nd row + - - ; 3rd row + - -][+ means ticked and - means unticked]
11) once done , rename the 'framework-res-new.apk' to 'framework-res.apk'.
12) Copy it to system/framework/
13) Press Yes when it asks to replace the original.
14) Then reboot your XZ [it might force reboot itself].
15) Done! now you have smaller softkeys! Enjoy!
Please report the results as I don't have an Xperia Z but this method has been tried and tested on my Xperia Neo V by me!
Press the thanks button below if you found this helpful!
Cool tutorial,could you post a screenshot,I wanna see how good it looks before my phone arrives
Fokezy said:
Cool tutorial,could you post a screenshot,I wanna see how good it looks before my phone arrives
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I mentioned that I don't own a Xperia Z!
But if you want I can post some from my Xperia Neo v!
In the attachment the size is 22
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This is gonna look great on the Z,but do games and apps get rescaled automatically?
Fokezy said:
This is gonna look great on the Z,but do games and apps get rescaled automatically?
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Yup! In short u get a larger screen!
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AW: [Guide]For Making Smaller SoftKeys
Dev Jaskirat said:
Yup! In short u get a larger screen!
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And you can mod "density" in build.prop to a smaller value to get a "larger" screen, too. Try it if you think that you can manage smaller buttons.
Nice Tutorial by the way :good:
Greets
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keenofhiphop said:
And you can mod "density" in build.prop to a smaller value to get a "larger" screen, too. Try it if you think that you can manage smaller buttons.
Nice Tutorial by the way :good:
Greets
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Well that doesn't work much well!
You see I had once done it on stock and almost all the apps of playstore became incompatible with my neo v!
As when we decrease the dpi we are decreasing the resolution too! I changed mine from 240 to 160 and xperia home stopped working along with many other apps!
Its safe to change dpi on roms like paranoid android! But its not recommended on stock!
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1) probably won't work with NXT framework, needs a different method like XS, Sola, P, U etc
2) don't post a guide in development unless you know it works.
Thx
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krabappel2548 said:
1) probably won't work with NXT framework, needs a different method like XS, Sola, P, U etc
2) don't post a guide in development unless you know it works.
Thx
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It works bro! This is a general method for resizing the osb! Its tested on XV, neo,neo v, arc,arc s and ray by my friends!
XV has NXT framework! It worked for XV it will for XZ too!
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AW: [Guide]For Making Smaller SoftKeys
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Well that doesn't work much well!
You see I had once done it on stock and almost all the apps of playstore became incompatible with my neo v!
As when we decrease the dpi we are decreasing the resolution too! I changed mine from 240 to 160 and xperia home stopped working along with many other apps!
Its safe to change dpi on roms like paranoid android! But its not recommended on stock!
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I know. But if you do it you have to choose the next "proper" density.
200 was compatible with most apps, and yes, xperia home stopped :/
Didnt think about this anymore...
Greets
P.s. This one could help
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1839871
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Making this to a flashable zip would make it easier for most people(?) Also, if anyone could make a tiny tutorial on how to make the navigationbar black, would be awesome sauce.
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It works bro! This is a general method for resizing the osb! Its tested on XV, neo,neo v, arc,arc s and ray by my friends!
XV has NXT framework! It worked for XV it will for XZ too!
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Normally you need to if SemcGenericUxpRes.apk too. And remove a line for recompiling without errors
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krabappel2548 said:
Normally you need to if SemcGenericUxpRes.apk too. And remove a line for recompiling without errors
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I have told to if semcgenericuxpres.apk too! Check in the procedure!!
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It would be great if there were flashable zips with various sizes so ppl can choose their size...
Wait a minute. The navigation bar is not black?
If that's the case then it's good news. I thought the contrast was terrible.
So yes.. would love to see mods with black nav bars and also customizable positions and functions.
anyone who did this on his XZ can he share the files? or can make a cwm flashable zip?
Sorry but I can't cause hav my exams really near and am not allowed to Use my pc before they end! Let's see if anyone has made it
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Dev Jaskirat said:
Sorry but I can't cause hav my exams really near and am not allowed to Use my pc before they end! Let's see if anyone has made it
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I have tried with several apktools , but always boot lop
auras76 said:
I have tried with several apktools , but always boot lop
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Told it
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me too in bootloop, can't wait to have this on my xperia z as it's my daily driver. On my nexus i have size 24 and it looks amazing (and more screen to use haha)

[MOD] System UI (IOS Signal Status + Blue, Green, White Honami Battery) FIXED!

For Xperia Z JB 4.2.2
Mods have been updated to replace only the png files of the signal status and battery in your systemui.apk instead of replacing the whole file. This will prevent any incompatibility problems that a few experienced before due to the different framework between stock and custom roms.
Would like to give credit to Drummerjed for kindly offering his help in fixing the files. You can check out his boot animation here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2391604&nocache=1.
3 Different mods:
One with IOS7 Signal status and BLUE Honami battery, GREEN Honami battery and WHITE Honami Battery.
As always, please make a backup of your rom before flashing zips.
Based on post by LitoNi (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2409210) but has 3 soft-key buttons instead of 5.
adielee said:
For JB 4.2.2
Based on post by LitoNi (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2409210) but has 3 soft-key buttons instead of 5.
For those of you who want 3 soft-keys.
* IOS style signal status
* Blue battery (Green when charging)
* Soft-keys same as on Honami rom (3 standard buttons, Slightly smaller than stock.... I think it's either 32ppi or 36ppi).
Sorry, but don't have extra time for requests. Just thought others might be interested so posting.
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I just flash and....nothing change
Same problem
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changkho1908 said:
I just flash and....nothing change
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rayda said:
Same problem
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Try wiping dalvik cache. It will reset your wallpaper but you can always change it back.
If all else fails you can extract systemui.apk and copy it manually via root explorer or something and change permissions. If your phone resets automatically make sure you fix permissions in recovery before it reboots.
adielee said:
extract systemui.apk and copy it manually via root explorer or something and change permissions. If your phone resets automatically make sure you fix permissions in recovery before it reboots.
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I did it (moved to system, added permissions, moved to system/app), them I wiped cache and dalvic. When phone turned on, there were no statusbar or navbar. Maybe I'm doing something wrong? Or maybe it's only for Honami framework?
mmamedov said:
I did it (moved to system, added permissions, moved to system/apk), them I wiped cache and dalvic. When phone turned on, there were no statusbar or navbar. Maybe I'm doing something wrong? Or maybe it's only for Honami framework?
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Just confirming t's not a typo but it should be under /system/app/
If doing manually, permissions to be changed after it's been copied to directory by file manager or recovery.
Also, I assume that your on JB 4.2.2?
Should work for both the latest updates .423 & .244. Honami is based on stock so shouldn't be an issue if your not using the Honami rom.
I'm guessing you need to correctly set permissions if copying manually. It should be: -rw -r -r (just check other apps in /system/app folder).
Your flashable zip has a problem.recheck it
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Can you Please make signal bar more bigger And little down
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could u make centre clock mod along with this as well please
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Just confirming t's not a typo but it should be under /system/app/
If doing manually, permissions to be changed after it's been copied to directory by file manager or recovery.
Also, I assume that your on JB 4.2.2?
Should work for both the latest updates .423 & .244. Honami is based on stock so shouldn't be an issue if your not using the Honami rom.
I'm guessing you need to correctly set permissions if copying manually. It should be: -rw -r -r (just check other apps in /system/app folder).
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Thanks for correcting me.
No way of doing so: if you move directly to system/app, phone will shut down immediately. After changing permissions in system folder it will stay if you move it to subfolder. I was doing so with every manually installing mod.
And yes, I'm on latest firmware by RomAur (based on 244)
I'm pretty sure that I gave rw r r permissions (644), but I'll try again.
demonicjas said:
could u make centre clock mod along with this as well please
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I'll upload mine once I get home.
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Can I just have the signal bar and blue battery mod only?
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mmamedov said:
Thanks for correcting me.
No way of doing so: if you move directly to system/app, phone will shut down immediately. After changing permissions in system folder it will stay if you move it to subfolder. I was doing so with every manually installing mod.
And yes, I'm on latest firmware by RomAur (based on 244)
I'm pretty sure that I gave rw r r permissions (644), but I'll try again.
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pjgowtham said:
Your flashable zip has a problem.recheck it
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Fixed the zip files. Test and working
Mahesh198 said:
Can I just have the signal bar and blue battery mod only?
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Please check updated files. Should all be working fine now.
rayda said:
Can you Please make signal bar more bigger And little down
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Tried modding the png files. Problem is that once you increase the size there are overlaps with the other graphics so it will look like there is something wrong.
LitoNi said:
I'll upload mine once I get home.
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yay
adielee said:
Please check updated files. Should all be working fine now.
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It failed man. I flashed it through TWRP and my system UI has stopped. Did I do something wrong? I'm on stock deodexed 244
Mahesh198 said:
It failed man. I flashed it through TWRP and my system UI has stopped. Did I do something wrong? I'm on stock deodexed 244
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Hmmm, that's wierd. I tested it on Honami rom and backup of latest stock firmware and works fine.
Not sure if it would make a difference but you could try fix permissions and wipe dalvik cache in recovery?
Alright I do not have odex working according to ArchEnemy', which is where I modded his version.
As of now, I cannot get center clock to work with 3 navi keys, only 5 keys. Ive tried editing the basic status bar file but I might be editing the wrong one, therefore im waiting for his reply to and hopefully to get it working with 3 navi keys.
If anyone who cant wait and doesnt mind the 5 navi keys (ive made the power key and the menu key invisible, it is still there, you just cant see it), you can try flashing the file below. Remember to back up your rom fully, just in case anything happens.
LitoNi said:
Alright I do not have odex working according to ArchEnemy', which is where I modded his version.
As of now, I cannot get center clock to work with 3 navi keys, only 5 keys. Ive tried editing the basic status bar file but I might be editing the wrong one, therefore im waiting for his reply to and hopefully to get it working with 3 navi keys.
If anyone who cant wait and doesnt mind the 5 navi keys (ive made the power key and the menu key invisible, it is still there, you just cant see it), you can try flashing the file below. Remember to back up your rom fully, just in case anything happens.
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Awsome!
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