[Tutorial] Add additional apps to Multi Window without needing root [Verizon]

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kimdoocheol

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At that time, we did not. I'll give it a chance when I can, but I haven't had much luck.

I wouldn't worry about it. On the other pages it says that basically Maps doesn't work, nor YouTube.

So NetFlix doesn't seem to work well with multi window? Every time I click on the other window to utilize it, NetFlix will pause. Any fix for this?

Also, I cannot get this tool to decompile right. It keeps saying I am missing Java, even though I have JRE installed. Sifting through the other threads maybe you should update this tutorial? It seems like SDK tools are needed to use this tool properly from what I've read, correct me if I'm wrong.
 

nosit1

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I wouldn't worry about it. On the other pages it says that basically Maps doesn't work, nor YouTube.

So NetFlix doesn't seem to work well with multi window? Every time I click on the other window to utilize it, NetFlix will pause. Any fix for this?

Also, I cannot get this tool to decompile right. It keeps saying I am missing Java, even though I have JRE installed. Sifting through the other threads maybe you should update this tutorial? It seems like SDK tools are needed to use this tool properly from what I've read, correct me if I'm wrong.

It might have been due to missing 1.apk and missing SystemUI.apk as well. We can give it another shot.

I installed Java (just from the site) and .Net and was up and running. Run as administrator?
 

tarheeldan

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Try opening Netflix as the 2nd app you open in multi-window, first making sure it's not in memory. Worked for me.

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kimdoocheol

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Try opening Netflix as the 2nd app you open in multi-window, first making sure it's not in memory. Worked for me.

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Then that is also pointless as any time you type, the screen is covered by the keyboard. I am trying to utilize the multiwindow feature, but pretty much seems sort of pointless... just more of a novelty.
 

LimonP

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If someone could do the Ebay app and Dolphin browser and then let me download the apk I will donate some money.
 
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illogic6

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I wouldn't worry about it. On the other pages it says that basically Maps doesn't work, nor YouTube.


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YouTube http://db.tt/vGYIYxZZ

Maps http://db.tt/8YJ2P88L

You will have to remove their corresponding apks in BOTH /system/app and /data/app before it'll let you install either. (And maybe uninstall it in the applications settings menu)

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tarheeldan

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It's not perfect, but I'm pretty happy with it.

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tarheeldan

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Are you running Netflix and it's now pausing after loosing focus?

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No pauses. Cleared apps in memory, used multi-window menu to open up internet, then dragged over netflix. Able to type on the keyboard without pauses too. Only trouble is, if I switch then go home or open another app and come back, the focus/pausing issue starts.
 

hairdewx

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I was able to add all apps to multi-window. I'll post my things when I get home later :) (root needed, of course)
 

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so i have managed to do everything in the guide but when i installed the modded apk i still cannot get it into mw. any suggestions?
 

kimdoocheol

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so i have managed to do everything in the guide but when i installed the modded apk i still cannot get it into mw. any suggestions?

go to the other section, android dev. they have a way to make all apps mw compatible without having to do any of this. way better, can even use native apps in mw.
 

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    Even though we have a way to root, we lose MultiView. For those that want to keep that feature, it doesn't mean we can't still have some fun!

    Credit goes to the folks over in the Galaxy Note 10.1 forums.

    ianbbaa
    JustFlesh
    Leppin


    http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=33900420&postcount=18
    http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1985240
    http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=34268053#post34268053

    While it was designed to work for the tablet, it also works very nicely with our Verizon Note 2.

    Word of caution:
    It is not known if this will work for every app. System apps will require root, so for now that's out. If an app is updated the conversion will most likely have to be manually done again. However, there are reports that modded apps are having trouble updating from the play store...

    This is also not a long term solution. The best way would be to urge app devs to include the changes in their apps, so spread the word!

    This requires de-compiling an apk and recompiling it as a signed apk, so the preferred tool to use is apk-multi-tool.
    http://apkmultitool.com/



    JustFlesh's instructions were done pretty well, so most of this come's directly from his post:

    How to modify Apps by yourself:
    1. Decompile the app with apk-multi-tools
    2. Open Androidmanifest.xml with Editor, Notepad++ or something else
    3. Search for this
      Code:
      <intent-filter>
                      <action android:name="android.intent.action.MAIN" />
                      <category android:name="android.intent.category.LAUNCHER" />
      </intent-filter>
    4. Add this line
      Code:
      <intent-filter>
                      <action android:name="android.intent.action.MAIN" />
                      <category android:name="android.intent.category.LAUNCHER" />
      		<category android:name="android.intent.category.MULTIWINDOW_LAUNCHER" />
      </intent-filter>
    5. Search for this line

      Code:
      </application>
    6. Add these lines so that it looks like this

      Code:
      <uses-library required="false" name="com.sec.android.app.multiwindow" />
              <meta-data android:name="com.sec.android.support.multiwindow" android:value="true" />
              <meta-data android:name="com.sec.android.multiwindow.DEFAULT_SIZE_W" android:value="632.0dip" />
              <meta-data android:name="com.sec.android.multiwindow.DEFAULT_SIZE_H" android:value="598.0dip" />
              <meta-data android:name="com.sec.android.multiwindow.MINIMUM_SIZE_W" android:value="632.0dip" />
              <meta-data android:name="com.sec.android.multiwindow.MINIMUM_SIZE_H" android:value="598.0dip" />
      </application>
    7. Recompile app.
    8. uninstall then reinstall app


      For errors during re-compiling, put this 1.apk into your C:\Users\{username}\apktool\framework\ folder and replace the old 1.apk inside it.

      1.apk - http://goo.gl/QhWFq

      It's the framework for the Note 2 that the tool needs. I just pulled it from my own phone.

    Sample Screenshots
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    Other Notes
    - Some apk's require additional modifying to allow both portrait and landscape orientations, for example netflix and nba game time had to be modified to allow portrait movie playing.

    - The video player for Netflix will pause if it loses focus.


    Uploaded APK's - Free apps

    - might as well upload free ones that are already converted to avoid people having to do duplicate work. Once I have a place to upload I'll add links.
    - remember to uninstall and re-install for this to work

    250+ Solitaire Collection 1.7.5 - http://goo.gl/5uq3d
    AndChat IRC 1.4.1 - http://goo.gl/E9sGO
    Chrome Build 18.0.1025469 - http://goo.gl/WZ2P2
    NBA Game Time 3.1 - http://goo.gl/uHPQH
    Netflix 2.1.0 build 725 - http://goo.gl/cx8IS
    Skype 3.0.0.6181 - http://goo.gl/hMHJv
    Terminal Emulator 1.0.49 - http://goo.gl/Dwyeb
    Twitter 3.5.0 - http://goo.gl/BaIQn
    WhatsApp 2.8.7326 - http://goo.gl/G5fXP
    WoW Armory 5.1.0 - http://goo.gl/NY7S4
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    I wouldn't worry about it. On the other pages it says that basically Maps doesn't work, nor YouTube.


    BSMmCl.jpg


    ---------- Post added at 03:29 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:07 PM ----------

    YouTube http://db.tt/vGYIYxZZ

    Maps http://db.tt/8YJ2P88L

    You will have to remove their corresponding apks in BOTH /system/app and /data/app before it'll let you install either. (And maybe uninstall it in the applications settings menu)

    Sent from my SCH-I605
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    N00b question - any way to get whatsapp to multi window without root?


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    Sent from my Nokia 3310

    You only need root access if the app is a system app. AFAIK WhatsApp Messenger is not a system app and can be modified. Check out the video link I posted on the last page for how to do this. It is easy and as proof, attached is the modified working WhatsApp apk files (Since it is free I will gladly post it); just remember to uninstall the old one 1st!

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    May I post this on a popular web blog with full credit to you?


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    Sent from my Nokia 3310


    Sure, that sounds cool.
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    Is this possibe to do with youtube since the app is pre installed on the phone. If so where would you get the apk from.

    We can't edit it since it's a system app, we'd need root...