Awake screen using volume rocker

[suchevent]

i researched this method because i noticed that i'm constantly using the power button (for screen on and off) and didn't want to wear it down prematurely. cm7/miui has this functionality built in but sense roms do not. for those of you wanting this capability on sense roms, i thought i'd share this.

before you begin, ensure that you have java installed on your pc (i'm sure most of you do). fyi, i used my windows xp pc, wordpad, and 7zip for this. i'm currently using the vu 2.39 rom.

1. Download baksmali and smali (both baksmali-1.2.8 & smali-1.2.8 jars and scripts, total 4 files) to the desktop from here (on the left, you will see the 4 links under "downloads")
2. Copy and transfer android.policy.jar (system\framework folder) from your phone to the desktop. it's also a good idea to backup the file just in case something goes wrong and you need to revert back.
3. Unzip android.policy.jar and extract classes.dex file to the desktop.
4. From the command line, navigate to the desktop and type "java -jar baksmali-1.2.8.jar classes.dex". It will create a directory named "out".
7. Open KeyguardViewMediator.smali (found in out/com/android/internal/policy/impl/) with wordpad.
8. Scroll down and find ".method private isWakeKeyWhenKeyguardShowing(I)Z".
9. Delete cases 0x18 and 0x19 in the switch statement towards the bottom of the method. Save.
10. From the command line, type "java -jar smali-1.2.8.jar -o classes.dex out". You now have a new classes.dex that has your modification.
11. Open android.policy.jar file on your desktop with 7zip and insert the new classes.dex file.
12. Copy the new file to your phone (system\framework folder, ensure that you set proper permissions) and reboot.

please note that i am not responsible if you mess anything up (although, the steps are pretty brick-proof). hack away at your own risk.

ps if you want to turn the screen off without using the power button, download "screen off and lock" from the market. awesome free app. shut down the screen by long pressing the search button.

 

[KAwAtA]

Thanks SO much. I've been wanting something like this FOREVER. Don't like having to use widgetlocker! Appreciate the guide, I did this on my HTC Sensation and worked great. Thank you!

 

[suchevent]

no problem. glad i can help.

 

[baste07]

just tried this.. perfrect on my IS

 

[suchevent]

just tried this.. perfrect on my IS

i'm glad it worked out for ya.

 

[itsbeertimenow]

i researched this method because i noticed that i'm constantly using the power button (for screen on and off) and didn't want to wear it down prematurely. i think the cm7 rom has this functionality built in but i primarily use sense roms. for those of you on the same boat, i thought i'd share this.

before you begin, ensure that you have java installed on your pc (i'm sure most of you do). fyi, i used my windows xp pc, wordpad, and 7zip for this. also, i didn't connect the phone to the pc. i transferred the files manually (via microsd card). i'm currently using the vu 2.39 rom.

1. Download baksmali and smali (both baksmali-1.2.8 & smali-1.2.8 jars and scripts, total 4 files) to the desktop from here (on the left, you will see the 4 links under "downloads")
2. Copy and transfer android.policy.jar (system\framework folder) from your phone to the desktop. it's also a good idea to backup the file just in case something goes wrong and you need to revert back.
3. Unzip android.policy.jar and extract classes.dex file to the desktop.
4. From the command line, navigate to the desktop and type "java -jar baksmali-1.2.8.jar classes.dex". It will create a directory named "out".
7. Open KeyguardViewMediator.smali (found in out/com/android/internal/policy/impl/) with wordpad.
8. Scroll down and find ".method private isWakeKeyWhenKeyguardShowing(I)Z".
9. Delete cases 0x18 and 0x19 in the switch statement towards the bottom of the method. Save.
10. From the command line, type "java -jar smali-1.2.8.jar -o classes.dex out". You now have a new classes.dex that has your modification.
11. Open android.policy.jar file on your desktop with 7zip and insert the new classes.dex file.
12. Copy the new file to your phone (system\framework folder, ensure that you set proper permissions) and reboot.

please note that i am not responsible if you mess anything up (although, the steps are pretty brick-proof). hack away at your own risk.

ps if you want to turn the screen off without using the power button, download "screen off and lock" from the market. awesome free app. shut down the screen by long pressing the search button.

So I assume the downside isbyou lose one direction of volume change during screen off or is the missing volume link changed to the power button?

 

[nestorkg]

You can do the same with programs No lock, or Ripple lock.
With no lock, volume key gets you directly to launcher, and with ripple lock you have extra step to unlock screen.
I use Ripple lock and Screen off and lock on wildfire s.

Sent from my HTC Wildfire S A510e using XDA App

 

[suchevent]

@nestorkg
this is a way to do it without installing and running an extra app. i guess it's more geared towards those who like to keep running apps to a minimum.

@beertime
yes, you do lose the ability to change volume while the screen is off (i.e. there is no keymap switching involved).

 

[jakeyo]

Or you can just go into settings > cyanogenmod settings > input then tick volume rocker.

no apps, no mods, nothing

 

[suchevent]

Or you can just go into settings > cyanogenmod settings > input then tick volume rocker.

no apps, no mods, nothing

yes, if you are on cm7. sense roms don't have this option.

 

[KAwAtA]

Or you can just go into settings > cyanogenmod settings > input then tick volume rocker.

no apps, no mods, nothing

^ lmao

yes, if you are on cm7. sense roms don't have this option.

You sir, I love you still for your work!

 

[mandeep294]

there is an app in market that goes by name no lock which does just d same

 

[suchevent]

there is an app in market that goes by name no lock which does just d same

again, some people want this functionality without having to install and run an app. this guide is aimed at those people. we are well aware that there are apps for this. thanks.

 

[KAwAtA]

there is an app in market that goes by name no lock which does just d same

yeah no ****! another member before you posted the exact same thing and it was explained as well, go a page back

You can do the same with programs No lock, or Ripple lock.
With no lock, volume key gets you directly to launcher, and with ripple lock you have extra step to unlock screen.
I use Ripple lock and Screen off and lock on wildfire s.

Sent from my HTC Wildfire S A510e using XDA App

 

[jack711]

Awesome guide. Thanks you very much

 

[suchevent]

you're welcome

 

[sharksfan7]

Thanks for this! I just tried it and it works on my Inspire running Android Revolution. So awesome!

 

[suchevent]

Thanks for this! I just tried it and it works on my Inspire running Android Revolution. So awesome!

np. this method should work on most htc/sense phones.

 

[qelavidamelleve]

nice, i didn't know all that stuff
@syc7090 do you know wich lines should i modify to get the volume buttons to change songs feature?

 

[suchevent]

nice, i didn't know all that stuff
@syc7090 do you know wich lines should i modify to get the volume buttons to change songs feature?

no idea. i tried to figure that out but didn't have any luck.