Screen DPI - Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers

Im planning to purchase pixel XL but as i don't know if will be possible to root and change dpi. Does any of u know whats the screen DPI?
Thanks.
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You can change the DPI within system settings now. I believe the lowest setting equates to something like 500-520. You can of course root, or just use the adb shell wm density command to change without root.

uvitor said:
Im planning to purchase pixel XL but as i don't know if will be possible to root and change dpi. Does any of u know whats the screen DPI?
Thanks.
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There's a built in DPI now on developer options I set mine to 420 think stock is 520

jaythenut said:
There's a built in DPI now on developer options I set mine to 420 think stock is 520
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Cool, that's new to me. Thanks. Pixel XL here we go.
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jaythenut said:
There's a built in DPI now on developer options I set mine to 420 think stock is 520
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Which developer options?

hubono said:
Which developer options?
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Go to developer options, drawing, smallest width bigger number smaller the DPI

Got it
Thanks
Any advice on how to hide my navigation bar permanently?

jaythenut said:
There's a built in DPI now on developer options I set mine to 420 think stock is 520
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Same here ?
Glad they kept it as it doesn't affect any safety net issues
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Is this the same as "settings" --> "Display" --> "Display size"? Sure does seem it.

OnlinePredator said:
Is this the same as "settings" --> "Display" --> "Display size"? Sure does seem it.
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I was thinking the same thing. I set my display size to the smallest available, but it seems like I can make icons/text even smaller with further adjustments which is nice. I think smallest made my DPI 484. I made it slightly higher to 526.

I know this is out of place but is a quick question seeing as it dies apply to one of my two devices, I have two Samsung Galaxy Note 3's (SM-N900), one is stock (no rooted), the other I'm running a smooth 7.1 Nougat Pixel XL rom.
My question:
Can I use the adb shell wm density command to change without root on my stock note 3?

hubono said:
Got it
Thanks
Any advice on how to hide my navigation bar permanently?
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https://www.forbes.com/sites/bensin...y-s8-screen-even-more-immersive/#231c476151a0
https://android.gadgethacks.com/how...-auto-hide-your-pixels-software-keys-0176242/

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How to change screen DPI on T3

To decrease T3's screen dpi.... Just head over to build.props can b found in root system.... Edit the build.props by adding a line at the end, type "ro.sf.lcd_density=280"
320 is the stock value
I found 280 is looking best...
Try..
Make sure to make a backup of ur build.props first
avayrocks said:
Anyone knows how can I decrease T3's display density
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If you want to use it on single apps you can do it (root required) by installing xposed framework and downloading the module xposed app settings.
avayrocks said:
Anyone knows how can I decrease T3's display density
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Look, I've just applied it on action 3 launcher, with the following settings. Looks like a tablet right now.
You can either apply on android settings or whatever you want.
images apears big.. any solutions

How to Change DPI?

Is there a way to change stock dpi or screen density without root?
Update: adb did the trick. You can get an extra column by changing density from 400 to 460. Keep in mind default is 480.
Here's a link on how to recommended by @hauhauhau7
http://android.wonderhowto.com/how-...creen-resolution-without-root-access-0160439/
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martinezma99 said:
Is there a way to change stock dpi or screen density without root?
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Nope, you gotta root it.
What is your main reason to decrease dpi? Has it a big impact on battery life?
Falkenhorst said:
What is your main reason to decrease dpi? Has it a big impact on battery life?
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I can't speak for OP, but I'd like to change DPI, too. Coming from a 2k phone with 5 icon spaces, The screen real estate feels a bit small.
Add another column on Google Now launcher home screen. 4 columns makes everything really big.
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So you want to increase dpi to have more space for icons? You could try a different launcher, seems to be less complicated.
Nova will resolve but I love Google Now launcher and want to keep it. I want to increase to 5 columns from 4 columns.
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martinezma99 said:
Is there a way to change stock dpi or screen density without root?
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just...GOOGLE
http://android.wonderhowto.com/how-...creen-resolution-without-root-access-0160439/
I have tried all the main ones on app store they dont change ur dpi found a solution on a oneplus 2 page credits to jutinarora
If you have adb drivers installed, you can just do the following 1. Connect your phone to your PC via USB cable 2. Open command prompt the run the following command "adb shell wm density DPI", where "DPI" should be the number you want. For example, if you want your DPI as 380, the command will be adb shell wm density 380. Reboot just to be sure.
And it worked 380 looks much better
pro4ever said:
I have tried all the main ones on app store they dont change ur dpi found a solution on a oneplus 2 page credits to jutinarora
If you have adb drivers installed, you can just do the following 1. Connect your phone to your PC via USB cable 2. Open command prompt the run the following command "adb shell wm density DPI", where "DPI" should be the number you want. For example, if you want your DPI as 380, the command will be adb shell wm density 380. Reboot just to be sure.
And it worked 380 looks much better
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How does Twitter and Play Store look on 380?
Twitter pictures seem a bit distorted and Play Store looks perfect except the blue recommend symbol looks distorted.
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Terminal: wm density 430 for example. I think it'll work without root.
I used Le DPI Changer to change it successfully
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=me.nisarg.setdpi
I am on 360DPI now btw
What is the stock DPI from OnePlus 3 ?
erwin7 said:
What is the stock DPI from OnePlus 3 ?
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Default is 480.
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_MartyMan_ said:
Terminal: wm density 430 for example. I think it'll work without root.
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No need for root through ADB.
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I set my dpi to 380 via adb, it's really nice that you can change that without rooting
so i now rooted my newly oneplus3, so that i can modify build.prop. i changed the ro.sf.lcd_density to 380 but nothing changes after reboot. still everything is way incredibly huge.
i tested to manually modify build.prob, changed via rom toolbox / build.prop editor, le dpi changer... nothing seem to work.
dpi checker says dpi is still 480. build.prob file is modified every time and still got that value after reboot.
any idea?
btw the non rooted method worked, so via adb, but i read its more safe to change in build.prop to prevent scaling issues on some apps...
thanks!
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nm it works now. i had to do a "adb shell wm density reset" - seems once used that command its treated first and overwrites setting in build.prob.
thanks anyway =)
Anyone try Android Pay after changing the density? I know Android Pay stopped working if you changed the density from the default on the Galaxy S7.
On my Galaxy Tab S2, for example, I have set the DPI to a reduced 270, which works fine, BUT apps using the camera will have problems!
So, using a global DPI setting is not a really recommendable way.
Much better is to install Xposed (runs just fine on the OP3) and using the module "App settings" in which you can set DPI for individual apps.
Many apps look just fine with the stock DPI, while others are too "big" on the 5.5 inch display and profit from a reduced DPI. Some can even be forced to use the tablet UI with "App Settings".
380 is a really small setting. For Youtube, I would not go below 400 because text gets too small, same with Google+. Habit Browser, on the other hand, shines with 360.
And, with "App Settings", if an app doesn't work with smaller DPI, you can always set it to stock DPI, and all is working perfectly.
Just in case if someone is wondering: When you have set something in "App Settings", you have to restart the device for the settings taking effect; just restarting the app doesn't suffice on Android >5.0.
I changed my OP3 to 400 dpi without root by following this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1p5T64lLqbE
Considering that the physical dpi of the device is 401, 400 seemed appropriate, and it looks great.
I did have an issue where when a couple apps needed to request permissions for something (in my case it was Amazon Music Player requesting permissions to write to storage), after I hit accept, it would give me a warning saying "Screen Overlay Detected" prompting me to go to settings. If I didn't go to settings it would cancel my download. I tried disabling the overlay permissions of everything but that didn't help. I ended up just resetting all app permissions and then going in and granting storage to Amazon Music (and any other apps I expected needed it) in the app permissions settings, and after a restart I haven't encountered the warning since then.
Overall I'm very pleased with the adjusted dpi, and I'm disappointed that they didn't use this dpi by default (or at least provide some scaling options in display settings).

dpi too big

One of my most anticipated Android nougat features (please come sooner) is the scaling option in display settings.
And because I find the dpi in the p2 to be too big and I don't have poor eye sight I need it more compact to fit as much as possible into the screen.
So How do I change dpi to something like 400 dpi and would there be any bugs in doing so ?
Non_root method would be appreciated since I haven't OEM unlocked yet maybe I don't plan to
i have seen many people discussed about it, they changed DPI in ADB terminal by using some command, they reported of no problems
Method for changing the dpi, no root required!
Enable USB debugging in developer settings.
Connect the phone via USB to pc.
Start adb and find the phone:
Code:
adb devices
Then enter the command:
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adb shell wm density 400 && adb reboot
Assuming you said you want the dpi of 400, if anyone is looking for a different dpi just change the value.
The phone will reboot.
Enjoy your new smaller dpi.
Profit.
911-Future_Maker said:
Method for changing the dpi, no root required!
Enable USB debugging in developer settings.
Connect the phone via USB to pc.
Start adb and find the phone:
Then enter the command:
Assuming you said you want the dpi of 400, if anyone is looking for a different dpi just change the value.
The phone will reboot.
Enjoy your new smaller dpi.
Profit.
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Thank you. Is there any bugs like in camera I don't want to regret it
Ayman ae said:
Thank you. Is there any bugs like in camera I don't want to regret it
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You can always reverse it, just go see for yourself but yes, there are a few scaling problems. For me, it's totally worth it because the DPI is way too high
BUG i HAD WITH CHANGING THE DPI IS I CANNOT CROP IMAGES RIGHT ANYMORE
oh fawk capslock
And icons seems so small after changing the DPI... Well in Nougat update can we change the DPI using display settings now?
Jeet Chowdhury said:
And icons seems so small after changing the DPI... Well in Nougat update can we change the DPI using display settings now?
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yes we can ,
we can change bothways, by changing display size to Normal/small/large..
or
in Developer options setting DPI value .. :highfive:
Just wondering if there's a way to fit more icons than standard 4x5, in home screens and drawer, lowering dpis..
fireblade said:
Just wondering if there's a way to fit more icons than standard 4x5, in home screens and drawer, lowering dpis..
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Shure. Just install Nova Launcher
Or any other decent launcher.
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nandakis4 said:
in Developer options setting DPI value .. :highfive:
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I missed that. Thank you.:good::highfive:

How to change your DPI settings to take advantage of the big screen

1. Settings.
2. System
3. About
4. Tap Build Number 10 times, until you are a developer.
5. System - Developer options
6. Drawing - Smallest Width #.
There are several guides on which DPI settings to use if you search, but I prefer around 600-640 to take advantage of the big screen. I hope this guide is helpful for some of you who weren't aware of this option. :highfive:
jeradjohnso said:
1. Settings.
2. System
3. About
4. Tap Build Number 10 times, until you are a developer.
5. System - Developer options
6. Drawing - Smallest Width #.
There are several guides on which DPI settings to use if you search, but I prefer around 600-640 to take advantage of the big screen. I hope this guide is helpful for some of you who weren't aware of this option. :highfive:
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Ok but the notification tray and toggles are so big because seems to be unnafected by DPI change.
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I set my on 485 dpi Honor Note 10 value. Yeah to bad that notification tray and toggles are still big and don't change. It also resets after reboot.
Doesn't this also mess up the app icons?
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Ok but the notification tray and toggles are so big because seems to be unnafected by DPI change.
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Yes, seems like we're stuck with that regardless of the setting.
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600 it quite small on the eyes but looks good for work space for sure.
jutley said:
600 it quite small on the eyes but looks good for work space for sure.
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What DPI do you like? Lower?
I noticed today that I hadn't set the sizes in Display Settings first, to a smaller font, and then in developer options the DPI. The smaller font made a big difference, but is easy to overlook. I'm at 600 now, and everything works and looks fine. :cyclops:
jeradjohnso said:
What DPI do you like? Lower?
I noticed today that I hadn't set the sizes in Display Settings first, to a smaller font, and then in developer options the DPI. The smaller font made a big difference, but is easy to overlook. I'm at 600 now, and everything works and looks fine. :cyclops:
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I like 600 too as it sets it to tablet mode and since we are in tablet territory on screen size why not.
jutley said:
I like 600 too as it sets it to tablet mode and since we are in tablet territory on screen size why not.
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:fingers-crossed: Yaaaaah
jeradjohnso said:
:fingers-crossed: Yaaaaah
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523 DPI is perfect for this phone try it and see for yourself
I dont see drawing , can someone post a screenshot?
jutley said:
523 DPI is perfect for this phone try it and see for yourself
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My eyes couldn't see that,, man I'm to old
My dpi change keeps resetting back to default... How do I stop this from happening?
It will reset every time you reboot the device. Also when you change the display settings it may revert back to normal.
SmartPhonesFan said:
why u would do it when u have ''view mode'' in display settings ? and text size too ???
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Because even with Display Size at it's smallest setting it's still pretty big.
SmartPhonesFan said:
omg u must have eagle sight ..
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Definitely not! I keep the font at large, but set the screen width at 540, which is good for me.
SmartPhonesFan said:
omg u must have eagle sight ..
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:victory: Hahahaha Yayayayaya
This is where Huawei neuteres Android. Change the smallest width setting and it is reset every time you restart the phone. The Android System and some of the SystemUI elements don't even change when setting a higher number. Once you're rooted you're better off editing the build.prop in vendor and adding the qemu.sf.lcd_density=xxx line in to get everything to change like it's supposed to. Be careful not to go too low on the density or else EMUI glitches out to the point where your lockscreen will no longer function. It's one of the things about EMUI that really irks me and instead of Huawei fixing the issue they just seem to ignore it. That and not being able to move the wifi and data icons to the right where they should be.
We need root soon. Changing the width in developers options messes with some apps. Also, the navigation bar at the bottom doesn't change which blocks the exit button in my trading app. Quite annoying.

Little Lockscreen Bug

Hello i have a little Lockscreen bug with notification ! How to Fix that? Same issue on Android O an P
MystikMan97130 said:
Hello i have a little Lockscreen bug with notification ! Howard tout Fox that? Same issue on Android O an P
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Are you using any font that is installed externally? If that is the case, then change the font to default and see.
If thats not the case, try changing the text sizes and check.
krishna13 said:
Are you using any font that is installed externally? If that is the case, then change the font to default and see.
If thats not the case, try changing the text sizes and check.
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Thanks man, but i try both it's don't fix it
I use only system font
MystikMan97130 said:
Hello i have a little Lockscreen bug with notification ! Howard tout Fox that? Same issue on Android O an P
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Have you tried changing the DPI in developer options?
Mustajab Is'haq said:
Have you tried changing the DPI in developer options?
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WFT i didn't see dpi in developer options
MystikMan97130 said:
WFT i didn't see dpi in developer options
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It is an option that says Smallest width or something like that. It has a number underneath that you can increase or decrease to change the dpi. Try it.
Mustajab Is'haq said:
It is an option that says Smallest width or something like that. It has a number underneath that you can increase or decrease to change the dpi. Try it.
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I try but nothing change on lockscreen . Maybe it's an system app i disable but i didn't find which
After a lot of wipe reinstal i found. it's just a them bug with invalid font and side...

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