How to change fonts on Android

In almost all cases, the default font on your Android phone or tablet suffices. It looks pleasant and is usually of the right size for comfort. But, there will always be Android users who’d prefer some other typeface, who’d want to stand out from the crowd. And, there will always be that small crowd of people who tinker with their Android device’s fonts just for the sheer pleasure of being able to.

If you belong to either or both groups, you’re on the right page. The great thing about Android is that it is an extremely customizable mobile operating system; it even allows you to change the fonts used by its user interface. Font changing, however, doesn’t necessarily mean easy. In many cases, customizing fonts requires some technical know-how.
In this guide, learn how to change fonts on Android. Two types of methods are discussed: one not needing root, and the other requiring root.

Non-root methods

Through custom OEM skins

Stock Google Android doesn’t have native functionality for changing system fonts. You certainly can’t easily change the fonts on Nexus phones and tablets — at least not with some bit of hackery. On none of the Nexuses, for example, can you just go to the Settings page and tap an option there to change the system fonts. Not even certain AOSP-based custom ROMs such as CyanogenMod or AOKP has a built-in function for changing system fonts on the fly.
But, when OEMs like Samsung and LG get their hands on AOSP code, they add extra bells and whistles– such as font changing — into their custom skins.

For instance, some Samsung Android devices such as the Galaxy S2, Galaxy S3, Galaxy Note, Galaxy Note 2, Galaxy Note 10.1, and even the Galaxy Camera, let you change the font style. Samsung has preinstalled a few extra fonts besides the default, but you can get more online through the Google Play Store.
There’s similar functionality on certain LG phones, too, and to fetch more fonts, you’ll be redirected to the LG Smart World instead of to the Google Play Store.
Putting on a new font requires only a quick trip to Settings > Display > Font Style. Just tap the name of the font that you want, and confirm that you want to set it as system font. Font replacement is instantaneous. No need for rebooting. The selected font will be displayed throughout your device’s interface such as the time on the status bar, system menus, and even on your text messages.

Through custom launchers

One non-root way to change fonts on Android is through custom launcher apps. Some custom launchers integrate the font-changing function, while most others will need you to install themes.
One very popular custom launcher that provides a way to change fonts is GO Launcher EX.
A downside to font customization in GO Launcher EX is that it doesn’t change the font in your apps and Android system menus. The font changes are applied only to selected parts of the custom launcher UI but not to the entire system. To change font styles in GO Launcher EX, do the following:

1. Copy your TTF font files to the /sdcard/GOLauncherEX/fonts directory.
2. Open GO Launcher EX.
3. On the main home screen, tap the Menu button (represented by 3 dots) or swipe the screen upwards.
4. Tap on the Preferences button to bring up the GO Launcher Settings page.
5. Tap on Visual Settings.
6. Swipe to the Font tab on the left.
7. Tap on Scan Font to let the app scan your directories for font files. If everything goes well, the app should also be able to find the fonts that you copied to the /sdcard/GOLauncherEX/fonts directory.
8. Tap Select Font and tap on the font that you want to use.

Changes will apply immediately. No need for rebooting. If you want more fonts for use with GO Launcher EX, download and install GO Launcher Fonts.

iFont (for Samsung devices)

The popular iFont app can also be used for changing fonts. Although primarily for Samsung devices (both rooted and non-rooted), the app can also work on certain rooted, non-Samsung devices.
On non-rooted Samsung devices, use iFont’s Online tab to browse for available fonts. To use a font on the list, do the following:

1. Enable installation of apps from “Unknown Sources.” This option can usually be found in Settings > Security.
2. Launch iFont. Go to the Online tab.
3. Tap on a font name that you want to install.
4. Tap the Download button.
5. Tap the Set button. Or go to Settings > Display > Font Style. Your newly installed font should appear on the list.
6. Tap on the new font to use it as system font.
7. Font is applied immediately. No reboot needed.
   
   
   
   
   You can also copy TrueType (TTF) fonts from your PC to the /sdcard/ifont/custom directory; the said fonts will appear on the Custom tab. But, to be able to install and use the fonts, you will need a rooted device. (For a guide on using this app on rooted devices, see the iFont subsection under “Methods requiring root.”)
   iFont is free and shows no ads. It worked quite well on several devices (including non-Samsung phones) that I tested it on.
   

   Methods requiring root

   Important note

   If you have root privileges on your phone or tablet, you will be able to alter system files and, in the course of doing so, you could render your device useless. So, be careful.
   
8. The information in this guide is provided for instructional and educational purposes only. There is no guarantee that these instructions will work under your specific and unique circumstances.
9. Use these instructions at your own risk. We shall not hold any responsibility or liability for whatever happens to you or your device arising from your use of the info in this guide.
10. Read and understand the whole guide first before actually performing the instructions.

Font changer apps for rooted devices

An easy way to change fonts on rooted Android devices is to use font changer apps that support use on rooted devices. There are several of such apps on the Google Play Store. Most of them also offer a preview function that lets you see how a font looks like.
In this subsection, know more about two font changer apps that are worth checking out: Font Installer and iFont.

Font Installer

For rooted phones, Font Installer is a great free app for changing system fonts. It has a built-in font preview feature, so while scrolling up and down the list of built-in fonts, you know exactly how they look like once activated on the device.

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To install a TTF font file that you’ve saved to your device:

1. Copy to your device the TTF font file that you want to use, preferably into the /sdcard directory.
2. Launch Font Installer.
3. Before tampering with your system fonts, backup your existing default fonts first. Tap on the Menu (three dots) button and select Backup/Restore. Select Backup. If Superuser or SuperSU asks for permission, grant it.
4. Tap on the Local tab to open the directory explorer. Locate your TTF file.
5. Tap on the TTF file that you want to use. From the popup dialog, tap Install to set it as the default system font. (If you want to preview the font first, tap on Preview.)
6. If Superuser or SuperSU asks for permission, grant it.
7. Font Installer will prompt you to reboot your device. Tap on Yes.
   
   To install a new font from Font Installer’s online font collection:
   
8. Open the Server tab in the Font Installer app to see the catalog of fonts.
9. Tap on the name of a font that you like.
10. From the popup dialog, tap on Preview if you want to see sample text rendered in the chosen font; or, tap on Install if you want to download the font and set it as your system font.
11. If a backup warning/notice appears, make sure you let the app backup your font files. This shouldn’t take a long time.
12. Allow the app to reboot your device.

iFont

Unlike Font Installer, the iFont app can work on most Samsung devices even if they are not rooted. But, to be able to use it on a non-Samsung device, you will need root access. (Yes, you can also use it on a rooted Samsung device.)
To download, install, and use a custom font using the Online tab:

1. Tap on the font you want to install.
2. Tap the Download button.
3. Tap the Set button.
4. If you get a prompt about setting the mode to System Mode, just tap the OK button.
5. Your device will reboot to apply the new font
    
   If you want to use a local TrueType (TTF) file, just copy the TTF file to the /sdcard/ifont/custom directory on your device. Then, do the following:
   
6. On the iFont main screen, tap on the Menu button (three-dots at upper-right corner).
7. Tap on Settings > Change Font Mode. If you’re using a rooted non-Samsung device, choose System Mode. If using a rooted Samsung device, choose Samsung Mode.
8. Go to the Custom tab in the iFont app.
9. Tap on the font that you’d like to use.
10. Tap the Set button.
11. If prompted whether to change the font, tap on OK.
12. If you get a prompt about setting the mode to System Mode, just tap the OK button.
13. Your device will either apply the new font immediately or reboot to apply the new font.

The geeky way

So far, I’ve told you about the painless, sweat-free, and easy ways to change fonts on your Android. But, if you have the heart of a geek, or you just love the thrill of doing stuff manually, then you’ll find much fun in manually changing the fonts on your Android device.
These manual methods require root because you’ll be tampering with a protected system directory, specifically the /system/fonts directory, where font files used by your device reside. There are two manual methods for changing fonts — through the Android Debug Bridge and through a root-level file manager app. Before I talk about those two, let’s talk about system fonts first.

System fonts

If you are brave enough to manually change fonts on your Android, the font files that will be of great interest to you will be the following:

• Roboto-Regular.ttf — This font file is the most used system-wide. I see it almost everywhere — from app labels to menu text.
• Roboto-Bold.ttf — This is the boldface variant of Roboto. Unlike the regular typeface, this one’s not as frequently seen. There’s bold text in several areas of your device, and this font face is most likely the one used.
• Roboto-Italic.ttf — This is the italic variant of Roboto.
• Roboto-BoldItalic.ttf — This is the boldface and italic variant of Roboto.

All of these fonts are inside the /system/fonts directory. For starters, you might want to play around with the Roboto-Regular.ttf file, as it’s the one that appears to be most used system-wide.

   

The overall general idea is to replace system font files with new font files having exactly the same file names as the originals but containing the new typefaces that you want to use.
For example, if you want to use a TTF font file named Times_New_Roman.ttf in place of Roboto-Regular.ttf, you’ll need to rename the Times_New_Roman.ttf file into Roboto-Regular.ttf and copy the renamed (faux) file into the /system/fonts directory.
VERY IMPORTANT: Always make a backup copy of the font files that you will be replacing so that if something goes wrong, you will have copies to restore. I usually rename the original file into something with a *.bak extension, or with “bak” within the file name (i.e., Roboto-Regular.ttf becomes Roboto-Regular.ttf.bak or Roboto-Regular-bak.ttf). This way, the original file remains in the same directory but under a different file name.
It is also a wise idea to make backup copies on your PC hard drive and in a different directory on your Android device.

Source :- androidauthority

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How-To Access your Computer Without a Password

If you’ve forgotten your password or just misplaced the paper, then you can simply follow these instructions to regain access to your computer so you may use it again without reformatting.

1) Start Your Computer
2) When you get to the boot screen, click F8 multiple times.
3) It will bring up the command menu, find Safe Mode.
4) Set boot up to Safe Mode then exit while saving.
Once at the Account Login Screen, click the little icon next to the login. For Home users, if it isn’t shown press ctrl + alt + del twice.

Now that you are in your computer, we want to change the password so you don’t have to keep booting in safe mode.

1) Click Start
2) Click Control Panel
3) Click Performance and Maintenance
4) Click Administrative Tools.
5) Click Computer Management.
6) Click Local Users and Groups
7) Click Folder Users
8) Right click on the account name that is locked out, then click Set Password.
9) Click Proceed
10) Change Password or leave it blank for no password.
11) Click ok
12) Reboot your system in normal mode and attempt to login using your new login password or no password.
There you go, you’ve regained access to your computer. If you have any questions, please comment. Thanks

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FACEBOOK ANYTIME ANYWHERE Without Internet

Fonet-Wish for FACEBOOK

Now , Anyone Can Access FACEBOOK form Anywhere Anytime Without Internet Connection.

If i can say i am using Facebook form MY NOKIA 1112
No one Can Believe ....

 Using FONET_WISH it is Possible to access facebook from Any mobile without internet connection.

How its work::

Fonetwish is an USSD based interactive service which brings the power of internet to every mobile phone. Fonetwish provides access to facebook from any mobile phone without the requirement of any data(internet) connection. Just dial *325# from your mobile phone and get started, fonetwish provides all the major features of facebook like status update, wall post, friend requests, notifications along with the above fonetwish provides push notifications an innovative new feature by which your facebook notifications are pushed into your mobile handset automatically as and when they are generated. So, the next time when you want to update your status or post on a friends’ wall no need to worry about overpriced SMS’s or a Data Connection. Just dial *325# from your mobile phone and get started.

IN SIMPLE ::

If u you have following operator in cellphone:

Airtel, Aircel, Idea, Videocon, Loop mobile , Tata Docomo and also in Uninor,

IN uninor and tatadocomo it is free in some number.

Just dial *325#

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How to Hack Symbian S60 Phones to Install Unsigned Applications

If you own a Nokia Symbian S60 phone, you will most likely be aware of the fact that it is not possible to install applications on it unless they are signed using a valid certificate. Have you been trying to install applications on your S60 3rd or 5th edition phone but ending up getting a certificate error? At times, this can be really annoying; but here is a smart solution to this problem!

Here in this post, I will show you how to hack your Symbian S60 3rd or 5th edition smartphone, so as to modify the phone’s firmware and completely bypass the mandatory signing requirement. So, once you are done with this one time hack, you should be able to install any compatible application including unsigned and those with an expired certificate.

What is the Need for Signing Applications?

From the 3rd edition onwards, all the Symbian S60 applications need to be signed in order to ensure their integrity, so that it would not be possible for a third party to tamper with the application. Also, signing ensures that you always install applications from a trusted source.

However, there are many freeware and beta applications that come unsigned as the developers cannot afford to buy a symbian certificate. Hence, it can be a real nightmare for the users who need to install such applications on their phones. So, here is a step-by-step procedure to hack your phone and permanently disable this security feature:

1. Download the latest version from the HelloOX2 Ofiicial Website.
   HelloOX2 is an excellent tool to hack Symbian S60 3rd, 5th and Symbian^3 smartphones which makes it possible to install a root certificate by gaining full access to the phone’s system files. With this capability, you can install anything you want on your phones without the need to worry about the annoying certificate error!
2. The signed version of HelloOX2 demands for a donation and hence, only the unsigned version is available for free download. So, if you have the unsigned version, you need to sign it before installing on your phone. In order to sign any application, you need to have the certificate and the key file which can be obtained as follows:
   • Go to the OPDA Website, get registered and login to your account.
   • Click on the “Apply Certificate” tab, enter the model number and the IMEI of your phone and then click on “Submit and Upload” button.
   • It will usually take up 24 hours for your certificate and key file to be generated and uploaded. To check the status of your certificate click on “My Certificate” tab. If the certificate is ready for the download, you will see something as follows:
   
   • Download the certificate and the key file on to your computer. Also download the SisSigner tool to sign your HelloOX2 application.
   • Open the SisSigner, load the HelloOX2.sis, certificate and the key file as shown below and click on “Sign”. Leave the “Key File Password” field blank.
   
   • Your HelloOX2 application is now signed and ready for the installation.
3. Install the signed HelloOX2 application on your phone and run it to start the hacking process, which is completely automatic. Within a minute your phone will be hacked. Once this is done, say goodbye to the annoying certificate error and install any application.

I hope you like this post. Express your opinion through comments. Enjoy!!!

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Get Rs.100 Mobile Recharge Every Month For Free

Yes, You read it correctly. In this post, I'll tell you the trick to get free recharge of Rs.100 every month just for installing and running an application called 'Smartphone Mate'. It works flawlessly with all network providers in India.
How To Get Free Rs.100 Recharge

Personally, I'm using this application for the last 4 months. And I'm regularly getting the free recharge every month without any delays. This application will only work on mobile phones which supports software installation (See the list of Supported Phones) .
'Smartphone Mate' is a panel which researches about the mobile usage of different people across the country. Don't be panic, It won't record your phone calls, nor does it records the phone numbers that you make call to and you gets calls from. And it won't monitor your conversations done via sms or voice message.
You can read more privacy related information from Smarphone Mate FAQ Page.

How To Download Smartphone Mate App? 

• You can download the application by going to this link.
• Just select your Mobile Brand (example: Nokia) and Phone Model name (example: N97).
• Download the app and install it on your mobile phone.
• They will ask you some information while running the app for the first time (like, Your Mobile number, Network operator).
• After completing installation, Let the app run on the background.

This app is a tiny little one, And it won't use much memory to run. And its a silent app which won't irritate you with any stupid notifications.

Note*: It uses your mobile data service (Gprs/3G) for sending data. (it won't work with Wifi)

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Lost your mobile? Here’s how you can block it!

Have you lost your mobile or know someone who has? This article will teach you how to block your mobile, so please share and bookmark! Each mobile carries a unique IMEI i.e. International Mobile Identity No which can be used to track your mobile anywhere in the world.
This is how it works:
1. Dial *#06# from your mobile.
2. Your mobile shows a unique 15 digit.
3. Note down this no anywhere but except your mobile as this is the no which will help trace your mobile in case of a theft.
4. Once stolen you just have to mail this 15 digit IMEI no. to cop@vsnl.net
5. No need to go to police.
6. Your Mobile will be traced within next 24 hrs via a complex system of GPRS and internet.
7. You will find where your hand set is being operated even in case your no is being changed.


If u lose your mobile, send an e-mail to cop@vsnl.net with the following Info:
Your Name :
Address :
Phone Model :
Make :
Last Used No :
E-mail For Communication :
Missed Date :
IMEI No :

Pass this very important message to your friends and relative........share this post now !!!!

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Free Android OS Secret codes

Hi friend if you are using Android os in you mobile and getting some problem for formatting,and other hardware problem then this post is very useful for you. Because in this trick you get all android secret code which is very useful for you peoples.

1. Factory Data Reset Code
*#*#7780#*#*

This code is used for a factory data reset. It’ll remove following things:

* Google account settings stored in your phone
* System and application data and settings
* Downloaded applications
* It’ll not Remove:
* Current system software and bundled application
* SD card files e.g. photos, music files, etc.


2. Completely Format Android Phone

*2767*3855#

* It will remove all files and settings including the internal memory storage and also reinstall the phone firmware.


3. All Details About your Phone

*#*#4636#*#*

This code can be used to get all details about your phone and battery. It shows following 4 menus on screen:

* Phone information
* Battery information
* Battery history
* Usage statistics


4. Codes to get Firmware version information

*#*#44336#*#* – PDA, Phone, CSC, Build Time, Changelist number

*#*#4986*2650468#*#* – PDA, Phone, H/W, RFCallDate

*#*#1234#*#* – PDA and Phone

*#*#1111#*#* – FTA SW Version

*#*#2222#*#* – FTA HW Version5. Codes to launch various Factory Tests

*#*#0*#*#* – LCD test

*#*#0673#*#* – Melody test

*#*#0842#*#* – Device test (Vibration test and BackLight test)

*#*#2663#*#* – Touch screen version

*#*#2664#*#* – Touch screen test

*#*#0588#*#* – Proximity sensor test

*#*#3264#*#* – RAM version

*#*#0283#*#* – Packet Loopback
6. Service Mode

*#*#197328640#*#*

This code can be used to enter into Service mode. You can run various tests and change settings in the service mode.
7. Bluetooth,WLAN and GPS Test Codes:

*#*#232331#*#* – Bluetooth test

*#*#232337#*# – Shows Bluetooth device address

*#*#232339#*#* OR *#*#526#*#* OR *#*#528#*#* – WLAN test

*#*#232338#*#* – Shows WiFi MAC address

*#*#1472365#*#* – GPS test

*#*#1575#*#* – Another GPS test8. Phone Camera Update

*#*#34971539#*#*

This code is used to get information about phone camera. It shows following 4 menus:

* Update camera firmware in image (Try this option at your risk)
* Update camera firmware in SD card
* Get camera firmware version
* Get firmware update count

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Transform Windows 7 To Mac OS

HERE I FOUND ONE AMAZING CUSTOMIZATION OF WINDOWS 7 TO COMPLETE MAC OS WITH ONLY ONE PACK JUST VISIT OUR PATNER SITE BY CLICKING HERE

And enjoy.......

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Free Gprs Tricks : Free Gprs on Reliance - Reliance Tricks 2011

"Free Gprs Tricks" for reliance is all blocked except my previous "Reliance Free Gprs" tricks. And again today I am with new Free Gprs trick to get Free Gprs On Reliance. This is very new method to enjoy unlimited free downloading and browsing in reliance . So lets know more about this Free Gprs Tricks.

Free Gprs Tricks : Free Gprs on Reliance - Reliance Tricks 2011
Just follow this below easy steps to get Free Gprs On reliance

1. Download "Opera Mini 6 Handler" in mobile
2. Now create new free gprs settings like below and make it default (Nokia s60):

Proxy Address : 64.255.180.253
Port : 80
Access Point : rcomnet

3. Nokia s40 users, create these above free gprs settings by referring this article
4. Now open Opera Mini 6 Handler and in handler menu select :

Proxy Type - HTTP
Server as - wap.rworld.co.in

5. You are done, Let OM 6.0 initialize and then enjoy Free Reliance Gprs.

So, friends I hope you enjoyed this article on Free Gprs Tricks for reliance tricks 2011

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Reset Your Mobile Memory Card Password 2 minutes

We usually set password for our memory card for privacy and security, but the common mistake every one does at least once in out life time forgetting password. If you set password for mobile memory card, then you should be not forget the password. If you does then the only option is to formate your memory card with the help of the card reader and eventually the loss of all your data stored on it. There is a way to break the security wall. If you are a Symbian device lover then no need to worry about the password. You can crack them in few minutes.



In this tutorial I am going to teach you how to reset your memory card password in easy step. Before we start you need to have X-plore (application used to explore your system files and folder even the hidden folders in your device)



Step1: Install X-Plore in your mobile. If you want to download X-Plore search around internet you can download free trail.

Step2: Open your X-plore apps and Press 0(Zero) and check which you have marked the "show the system files"

Step3: Once you done that now go to the following path C:/Sys/Data/Mmcstore

Step4: Once you reached there you need to press "3" under option to set it in the Hex-viewer

Step5: See the third column you will able to see a line of code ! TMSD02G (c??"?x???6?2?6?2?6). Just check the character between the "?" it is your password ie: 62626



Note: If you have not set the password, then you will not able to gain access to C:/Sys/Data

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