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I have been using the Epic Launcher on my Nexus 5, and as part of the process of setting up home screens in Epic, I created a pretty nifty home page/clock weather Zooper widget, using the 5x1 template widget as my starting point.
However, I recently decided to switch to the Google Now Launcher, and when I go to lay down the 5x1 template on my home page, it is not among the Zooper templates that are offered -- there is no 5x1 template in my Widget drawer when I'm using the Google Now Launcher but if I switch back over to the Epic launcher and I open up the widget drawer, the 5x1 template is there.
Why is this happening and how to get access to the 5x1 in the Google Now Launcher?
VideoSavant said:
I have been using the Epic Launcher on my Nexus 5, and as part of the process of setting up home screens in Epic, I created a pretty nifty home page/clock weather Zooper widget, using the 5x1 template widget as my starting point.
However, I recently decided to switch to the Google Now Launcher, and when I go to lay down the 5x1 template on my home page, it is not among the Zooper templates that are offered -- there is no 5x1 template in my Widget drawer when I'm using the Google Now Launcher but if I switch back over to the Epic launcher and I open up the widget drawer, the 5x1 template is there.
Why is this happening and how to get access to the 5x1 in the Google Now Launcher?
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You cant that I am aware. Google launcher is only offered in 4x4. To combat this in main settings for the widget you can scale it down to fit the 4x1 size. A customer launcher with grid sizes you can set is almost a necessity for zooper. I for one use a 10x7 or 9x7 grid almost exclusively when using zooper.
rkucheran said:
You cant that I am aware. Google launcher is only offered in 4x4. To combat this in main settings for the widget you can scale it down to fit the 4x1 size. A customer launcher with grid sizes you can set is almost a necessity for zooper. I for one use a 10x7 or 9x7 grid almost exclusively when using zooper.
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Thanks -- I should have noted that I'm using xPosed Framework Google Launcher Settings which allows me to redefine the grid, which is set for 5 columns and 7 rows.
Is there a reason that Zooper isn't picking up on the xPosed configuration? Any way around that, if so?
Thanks again for the quick reply.
VideoSavant said:
Thanks -- I should have noted that I'm using xPosed Framework Google Launcher Settings which allows me to redefine the grid, which is set for 5 columns and 7 rows.
Is there a reason that Zooper isn't picking up on the xPosed configuration? Any way around that, if so?
Thanks again for the quick reply.
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I do not use Xposed so I am not sure. Sorry.
rkucheran said:
I do not use Xposed so I am not sure. Sorry.
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Thanks anyway -- I appreciate it.
FWIW, I went back and checked and the 4x1 widget template is not available either, only 4x2. Strange...
I have the paid version of Zooper but I tried downloading the free version to see if that might make a difference, but no cigar. The same templates for both...
Hi guys,
I've brought a couple of days ago this fantastic HTC device! However, after 2 complete recharges, I've noticed that Blinkfeed launcher drains battery more then usuals launchers.
Considering that I don't use Blinkfeed homepage, i've decided to switch to a more customizable and light Nova Launcher... but to my disappointment I've noticed the lack of a great number of HTC widgets, like the weather widget, music app widget and all the quick settings shortcuts. Is it normal?? Is there a way to use them with Nova Launcher too??
Please help
No, you can only use the HTC widgets with the stock launcher.
You can browse the play store for copycat widgets, but that's about it.
OmniSlyfer said:
Hi guys,
I've brought a couple of days ago this fantastic HTC device! However, after 2 complete recharges, I've noticed that Blinkfeed launcher drains battery more then usuals launchers.
Considering that I don't use Blinkfeed homepage, i've decided to switch to a more customizable and light Nova Launcher... but to my disappointment I've noticed the lack of a great number of HTC widgets, like the weather widget, music app widget and all the quick settings shortcuts. Is it normal?? Is there a way to use them with Nova Launcher too??
Please help
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You can get rid of blinkfeed page you know...
Pinch at the home screen to get to the panels option then drag the blinkfeed panel up and delete it.
Best of both worlds...
cr1960 said:
You can get rid of blinkfeed page you know...
Pinch at the home screen to get to the panels option then drag the blinkfeed panel up and delete it.
Best of both worlds...
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wut? I never knew about that pinch thing. Thanks buddy!
I'd hit the button, but apparently I've already used my 8?
KJ said:
No, you can only use the HTC widgets with the stock launcher.
You can browse the play store for copycat widgets, but that's about it.
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cr1960 said:
You can get rid of blinkfeed page you know...
Pinch at the home screen to get to the panels option then drag the blinkfeed panel up and delete it.
Best of both worlds...
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Oh thx for the answers guys.
However Nova launcher is also lighter, and much more customizable, so I will try to check in the play store to see what can I do.
Thank you again guys
Buzz launcher is working really well, no widget support but I have searchbar, wallpaper, and notifications are coming through fine(I don't have a number icon but they show on lock screen and in drop down) also I just managed to get stock jb camera and gallery working. I've spent a few hours trying every launcher I could get and the best two were go launcher and Buzz launcher, although google now launcher is available and great except for the wallpaper support.
At this point I have a mostly stock(not rooted sadly) up to date 3.6.8 unlocked fire phone. I've added Google play store, installed Buzz launcher and glovebox, and pushed stock jellybean camera and gallery via .apk file. I'm also using chomp sms, gmail, stock dialer, chrome browser and apus booster.
Any suggestions or ideas? I'm loving the hardware but we seem to have a small following and very few developers behind us which means we're on our own.
launchers I have tried and had issues with-
1. Yahoo Aviate, crashes on launch.
2)ADW- worked well bot no widgets or wallpaper.
3)Nova-no wallpaper or widgets but stable.(beta has same issues)
4)Holo Launcher(regular and HD)- no widgets or wallpaper
5)DU Launcher- no wallpaper or widget
6)Themer- wallpaper support but random crashing after sleep
7)Smart Launcher 2-no wallpaper or widget
8.)Action Launcher 3- no wallpaper or widget
9)Everything Me Launcher- no wallpaper or widget, crashing
10) 2Tap Launcher- crashes quickly no wallpaper
11)CM Launcher- no wallpaper, crashing rarely but mentionable
Working launchers
1) Buzz Launcher fully functional except for widgets, my daily driver for now seems to be the most stable so far
2)Google Now- works very well but no wallpaper support but very stable
3)Go launcher- wallpaper works(i couldnt change it from the stock wallpaper but it was better than a black screen, ran well no crashes for two days)
* as of the update on 4/4/15 go launcher no longer has wallpaper at all
4)Lightning Launcher- works perfectly (only last because it is the only paid app I listed)
Useful Apps/Options
Stock JB Camera and Gallery(Will post .apk asap)
Google Play and GApps
Glovebox (sidebar/dock)
Chomp SMS(works well but must be kept running or will not notify)
*I've switched to hangouts for sms and it's working really well(hangouts dialer was less than perfect, but did function)
Also using Google play music and still searching for new options daily while waiting on fire os4
Workarounds
Configured gestures via buzz to launch google now from searchbar, doubletap screen for JB Camera, tied Chrome to as many apps as possible to mimic default browser.
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A few more screen caps
(From Left to Right)
Google Now Launcher
Buzz Launcher
Buzz Launcher and my app drawer
Jelly Bean Stock camera(gallery also installed and working)
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Homee launcher works, widgets, wallpaper, etc. But most themes are a bit feminine for my tastes. Been using it for a week or two pretty neat overall.
A new launcher that supports some widgets and wallpapers
Dodol Launcher from the play store
To get wallpaper to show you must go into advanced settings and enable exclusive wallpaper. As far as widgets go it's pretty limited and seems to only support it's own built in one's
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Some pictures of Dodol Launcher and Google play music both working well
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Launcher Lab
Launcher Lab works perfectly except for no widget support, you can however use its built in widgets. its fully customizable so getting a native look isn't hard.
4.6.1 with Miui Express from xda. All widgets working - No fc's. I like it
hydromän said:
4.6.1 with Miui Express from xda. All widgets working - No fc's. I like it
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Thanks hydromän for the information and screen shoots!
You has installed the latest version of Miui-Express?
Could you please post the correct link of the "Miui Express" APP from xda, that you installed on your Fire-Phone with FireOS 4.6.1??
http://www.mediafire.com/?rw6bik313owhof9
hydromän said:
http://www.mediafire.com/?rw6bik313owhof9
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Thanks hydromän for the link!
+1 for miui express..no issues
Here is the newest MIUI EXPRESS 2.7.0 also Working
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0ByX9qJT3j0wGY3htUDhFTTBDNFU/view?pli=1
Or update via Launcher Settings
FTL Launcher from PlayStore is running also well with all widgets
Lock Screen
Or update via Launcher Settings[/QUOTE]
Hydroman, this works perfect. Being a former Mi phone user, this is like going native. Only issue is lock screen not working. Still default fire lock screen takes effect. Any suggestions?
am i the only person who doesnt get notifications with launchers, you know when you get a small number near messaging, phone, whatsapp etc??
russy23 said:
am i the only person who doesnt get notifications with launchers, you know when you get a small number near messaging, phone, whatsapp etc??
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I am getting my notifications from Hangouts, Facebook,XDA App, and all my mail accounts. But I've been using NotifierPro Free since before 4.6.1 update. I'll uninstall it and let you know some time tonight or tomorrow morning if I'm still getting them.
On non rooted? My fav Holo Launcher Plus.. Notifications bubbles on Icons Are Working there.
On rooted with notification bubbles:
Nova with Missed It!
Google Now Launcher with Xposed Gel Settings and Missed It!
Viperise152 said:
I am getting my notifications from Hangouts, Facebook,XDA App, and all my mail accounts. But I've been using NotifierPro Free since before 4.6.1 update. I'll uninstall it and let you know some time tonight or tomorrow morning if I'm still getting them.
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Ok i was still getting notifications after I uninstalled NotifierPro Free. I did notice on occasion that my phone would get a bunch of notifications all at once. I reinstalled Notifier i actually like how it works. FYI I am 4.6.1 rooted running the Google now Launcher.
So weird..i just cant handle not seeing the notification little numbers..lol..like if u dont hear the phone you wouldnt know u have a whatsapp as the little number isnt there..
Ive never rooted, shudnt matter shud it
My Setup
HoloLauncher 2.1.1, Weatherbug, Battery Widget, ACalendar+, Power Toggles.
Updated to the 7.1.1 beta today. Are the round icons only appear on Pixel phones. Every article I've read said that was a feature in the beta. I am completely stock and my Icons aren't round. Am I missing something? Love the new camera update and the app shortcuts.
It's pixel launcher's privilege.. I think I saw an apk at Apkmirror yesterday about icons and pixel launcher too.
These should do the job.
I installed latest Pixel launcher apk and latest round icons app
So far the only round icon with white background I'm seeing is the calendar.
Now, regarding pixel launcher...I don't know how to make the swipe option work.
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here is mine
blackberry launcher
an what launcher do u use
Evie launcher.
Such a great launcher. Minimalist and super awesome for navigating around the home screen. Drag down to get recent apps and an instant Google/phone search. Swipe up to get all your apps.
What do you guys think about the Nova Launcher?
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Nova launcher, materialistik icon pack, xperia clock widget, wall by g+
Nova launcher prime
From top to the bottom.
Duckduckgo search
Widget for praying times
My most used apps in two rows
The dock with some more apps that I use frequently and two additional pages. The dock can be scrolled to the left and right. Have three pages of it with the clock app, Spotify and so on.
Pressing and sliding upwards the app list icon on the bottom right opens up an overlay which shows me my eight most used apps plus a search for all apps.
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What do you guys think about the Nova Launcher?
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It's best launcher out there...
Binary Assault said:
Evie launcher.
Such a great launcher. Minimalist and super awesome for navigating around the home screen. Drag down to get recent apps and an instant Google/phone search. Swipe up to get all your apps.
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Weather Widget pls ?
nova launcher
icon: viral; wallpaper: xda- palm tree sunset
aydinbahadir88 said:
Weather Widget pls ?
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I spent about 2 hours yesterday installing and testing weather widgets. Finally got this one, it can be about 90% customized. I love it.
Application is named "Transparent clock & weather"
This time with a link:
Https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.droid27.transparentclockweather
Nova
Here is mine ?
Here is my final setup.
dukat0s said:
Here is mine
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Love wallpaper !
Where did you find it ?
Nova Launcher Prime with 3 dock pages with folders
Moto Z clock and weather widget ported
Antimo and Stealth icon packs
Huawei Mate 9 Wall
Nova launcher with widget overlaps.
new icons
Nova
Andromeda icon
Nova Launcher Prime and Umbra icon pack:
- 2 pages with the Home screen having three eWeather widgets
- Right panel has Any.do widget displaying my various appointments (not shown here)
- Both panels use a dock:
- Left folder contains my most used Google apps and the right folder has my favorite apps
- Other Dock Icons are all essential phone apps (Typeapp, Textra, Phone, Contacts+, Camera)
Theme:
- Substratum theme manager (ROOT) and Swift Black theme
- Wallpaper a fully black 1080x1920 png file made with Linux Gimp
Nova Launcher & OOS Gestures:
- 1 Finger down expands notifications
- 2 Fingers up displays application draw
- 2 Fingers down displays settings
- Long press on Home button triggers Google Assistant as well is saying "OK Google" from any screen
I only like dark themes which helps save battery with an AMOLED screen. I'm also a minimalist and detest screens scattered with icons when they can so easily be accessed from the app draw or an on screen folder. To me it's like looking at a room strewn with discarded cloths.
Nova Launcher, Wafer - Zooper, Whicons - Icons
Edit: Original Wallpaper is in a reply down the thread.
Binary Assault said:
I spent about 2 hours yesterday installing and testing weather widgets. Finally got this one, it can be about 90% customized. I love it.
Application is named "Transparent clock & weather"
This time with a link:
Https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.droid27.transparentclockweather
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yes its the same i use
just loving it
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