an Unofficial Interactive Total Launcher Manual https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/ 2026-05-19T11:35:11+00:00 https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/ https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/lib/exe/fetch.php?media=wiki:dokuwiki.svg text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:phase_toc&rev=1778450980&do=diff uiTLM's Conceptual Learning Approach to Total Launcher * The Object (Visual Mastery) * The Canvas (Structure & Workflow) * Advanced Containers (Windows & Folders) * The Widgets (Functionality) * Logic & Behavior (The Magic) text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-animations_construction&rev=1778450980&do=diff Return to the previous page or Welcome Comments & Feedback Found a bug, typo, or have a suggestion? Toby Lancer is ready to help! Look for the Quick Help form: ► Desktop: left sidebar located near the bottom for Private to Admin ► Mobile: 3-bar menu at page top. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-color_picker&rev=1778450980&do=diff Resource: Color Picker Utility The Color Picker will be available for as an option selection when working with * Grapic * Text * Image * Icon pack * Shadow * Shape * Dynamic image * Background * Filter The utility will appear, unchanged, as shown below in each of these occurrences. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-design_menu-page_object&rev=1778450980&do=diff <insert previous page> Design Menu - Page & Object Design menus are based on either the page or the object on the page. Each base offers the user a number of features to modify the visual design. Page Design Menu To view the Page Design Menu: * text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-dynamic_image-weather&rev=1778450980&do=diff <insert previous page> Dynamic Images - Weather Dynamic Images in Total Launcher act as a “visual status indicator.” Unlike a static icon which never changes, a Dynamic Image automatically updates its appearance based on the real-time data source. In this case, the current weather conditions are provided by OpenWeatherMap.org. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-folder-masks&rev=1778450980&do=diff Folder - Masks In the context of a Folder Thumbnail, a Mask acts like a “cookie cutter” for the icon. It defines the visible shape of the app icons displayed within the closed folder on your desktop. What it does: It hides any part of the thumbnail that falls text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-folder&rev=1778450980&do=diff Folders In Total Launcher, Folders are containers used to group applications or objects for organized access. They function similarly to “mini-App Drawers” and can be customized extensively in terms of appearance, layout, and animation. The ui portion ( text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-gestures&rev=1778450980&do=diff Keys & Gestures Gestures in Total Launcher provide a method for executing commands, launching applications, or manipulating the user interface without relying on visible buttons. These interactions are divided into two primary categories: global gestures that apply to the entire launcher environment, and object-specific gestures attached to individual items. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-graphic-text-formats-variable&rev=1778450980&do=diff Using Variables Total Launcher has the capability to import data values from several other automation applications * Tasker - an android automation application available from Google Play Store * macroDroid - an android automation application available from Google Play store Tasker Variables text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-graphic&rev=1778450980&do=diff section-graphic created by Graphic Text Options Dialog selections are discussed below the image. For navigation to an item make a selection in the Graphic Text Options image. Graphic Text Options dialog. Make selection above. * Text - change the content of text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-launcher_action&rev=1778450980&do=diff Launcher Actions Launcher Actions are internal commands provided by Total Launcher to perform system tasks, control the user interface, or navigate the page structure without relying on external applications. These actions can be assigned to gestures, buttons, or any interactive object within the setup. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-launcher_options-ui_animation&rev=1778450980&do=diff section:section-launcher_options-ui_animation created by ui/ui-resources-shape-seletion-all-color-dynamic_color.txt · Last modified: 2025/08/13 16:05 by doreps This pages lead-in discussion is ... Dynamic Color - Automatic vs Manual Control === Total Launcher’s Dynamic Color system, inspired by Android’s Material You, is not locked into it. There can be Automatic theming (based on wallpaper or system theme) and Manual overrides (for any individual color role) text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-layout&rev=1778450980&do=diff section-layout created by ui/ui-edit_on-design_menu-object_add Comments & Feedback Found a bug, typo, or have a suggestion? Toby Lancer is ready to help! Look for the Quick Help form: ► Desktop: left sidebar located near the bottom for Private to Admin text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-margins-page_and_object&rev=1778450980&do=diff Understanding Margins in Total Launcher In Total Launcher, the 'Margin' setting is a fundamental tool for managing space. Its specific function, however, depends on what it is being applied to one of the following: * Page * Object This guide explains how to use margins in both contexts. The term 'padding' is not used in the Total Launcher interface; all space management of this type is controlled via text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-multi_screen&rev=1778450980&do=diff Total Launcher Multi-Screen Guide Total Launcher is arguably the most capable third-party launcher for multi-screen and foldable devices currently available. Unlike other launchers that simply stretch a single layout across screens, Total Launcher treats folded and unfolded states as completely separate workspaces. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-object_editing&rev=1778450980&do=diff section/section-object_editing created by ui/ui-resources-shape-selection-oval < change that link to object-image-edit Dynamic Text - Customizing While Dynamic Images serve as visual status indicators, Dynamic Text objects function as the data display engine of Total Launcher. These objects replace static alphanumeric characters with real-time variables derived from the device system, sensors, or external applications. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-object-alignment&rev=1778450980&do=diff section-object-alignment|alignment created by ui/ui-folder-options-shape-selection Comments & Feedback Found a bug, typo, or have a suggestion? Toby Lancer is ready to help! Look for the Quick Help form (left sidebar) located near the bottom of the list for text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-object-foreground_background&rev=1778450980&do=diff section-object-foreground_background created by ui/ui-folder-options-shape-selection Comments & Feedback Found a bug, typo, or have a suggestion? Toby Lancer is ready to help! Look for the Quick Help form (left sidebar) located near the bottom of the list for text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-object-graphic-text&rev=1778450980&do=diff Adding an Application Shortcut & Replacing Objects Page layouts often require object/icons locations to be flexible. The launcher's “Layout” object offers a more rigid format. An Application shortcut offers a flexible location while linking to an application. This procedure demonstrates adding these to the workspace, positioning, and removing unwanted objects to customize the page layout. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-object-grouping&rev=1778450980&do=diff section-object-grouping|grouped created by ui/ui-folder-options-shape-selection Comments & Feedback Found a bug, typo, or have a suggestion? Toby Lancer is ready to help! Look for the Quick Help form (left sidebar) located near the bottom of the list for text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-object-orientation&rev=1778450980&do=diff section-object-orientation|orientation created by ui/ui-folder-options-shape-selection Comments & Feedback Found a bug, typo, or have a suggestion? Toby Lancer is ready to help! Look for the Quick Help form (left sidebar) located near the bottom of the list for text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-object-rotate_transform&rev=1778450980&do=diff Rotate & Transform This feature allows for the manipulation of object orientation, ranging from simple 2D spins to complex 3D perspective distortions. This option is located within the Object Design Menu++ (bottom). Total Launcher distinguishes between two types of manipulation: text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-object-sizing&rev=1778450980&do=diff size created by ui/ui-folder-options-shape-selection Comments & Feedback Found a bug, typo, or have a suggestion? Toby Lancer is ready to help! Look for the Quick Help form: ► Desktop: left sidebar located near the bottom for Private to Admin ► Mobile: 3-bar menu at page top. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-reminder&rev=1778450980&do=diff App Reminders from the Developer ChYK After initially installing Total Launcher, the developer, ChYK, has programmed pop-up reminders which offer mindful tips on how to best work within the Total Launcher system. Every user should have seen these but uiTLM and this wiki will use this page as a reminder of the reminders. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-resource-shadow-radius-technical&rev=1778450980&do=diff Shadow - Technical Details on Radius Why call it "Radius"? In graphics programming, shadows are often created using a Gaussian Blur. To create this effect, the software looks at a single pixel and then looks at the pixels surrounding it within a certain distance to decide how to blend them.The text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-shadow-rule1&rev=1778450980&do=diff Shadows: Rule 1 - Shadow Margin Every graphic object whether acting as a visible image or an invisible container exists within a strict rectangular bounding box. If a shadow attempts to cast outside this box, it immediately hits the invisible wall and is clipped (cut off flat as shown in the middle image display). text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-shadow-rule2&rev=1778450980&do=diff Shadows: Rule 2 - The Zero-Alpha Limitation Android calculates drop shadows based on the opacity of an object's fill. It utilizes a binary optimization rule: * If a Shape Resource has an Alpha Fill opacity of exactly 00 (the first two characters in the ARGB code, representing 0%), the engine determines the object is completely invisible. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-shadow-rule3&rev=1778450980&do=diff Shadows: Rule 3 - The "1% Alpha" Workaround To create a completely transparent, hollow shape that successfully displays a solid border and casts a shadow, the rendering engine's binary logic must be tricked. Under normal conditions, absolute transparency (0% Alpha) causes the engine to skip shadow calculations entirely. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-shadow-rule4&rev=1778450980&do=diff Shadows: Rule 4 - Shadows Ignore Gradients When a drop shadow is applied to a shape containing a gradient fill (whether a solid color-to-color gradient or an alpha fade to transparent), the shadow does not mirror that gradient. The shadow is generated based on it's options (color, radius, and offsets). text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-shadow-rule5&rev=1778450980&do=diff Shadows: Rule 5 - The Contrast Wall This is a visibility rule ... “If a shadow isn't seen ... there is a contrast wall!” In the Android rendering engine, shadows are not solid objects; but instead are mathematical blurs applied to the background. For a shadow to be visible, there must be a significant difference in brightness (Value) between the shadow and the wallpaper. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-shadow-rule6&rev=1778450980&do=diff Shadows: Rule 6 - Hue-Shift Separation “When light fails, use the Color Wheel.” On deep, dark backgrounds (Value < 15%), standard shadows are swallowed by the darkness. Bypass the luminance entirely by using Chroma Separation. Use a shadow color from the opposite side of the color wheel. This creates a visual text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-shadow&rev=1778450980&do=diff < restructure this for improved flow > Resource - Shadow Shadows for an object, whether it is text or other graphics such as images, shapes, icons, windows, or folders, is a fundamental visual anchor that provides the three-dimensional “lift” text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-shape&rev=1778450980&do=diff Resource - Shape In Total Launcher, a “Shape” is a simple vector graphic, stored as a “binary” machine-readable only file, not as an “.svg” or “.ai” file. Unlike photos or images (which are made of pixels and get blurry when stretched), vector shapes use math to draw lines. This characteristic means shapes are completely scalable, always crisp, and take up virtually no memory. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-ui_anim-sliding_drawer&rev=1778450980&do=diff Sliding Drawer ☚ The Sliding Drawer is a built-in workspace hidden off-screen. Demo ☛ It is a distinct screen area attached to the Left, Right, Top, or Bottom edge of the display. While it could be consider a “window” (another feature of Total Launcher which would have to be built from scratch) the Sliding Drawer is a system feature which is simply text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-widget_comparison&rev=1778450980&do=diff W I D G E T F E A T U R E C O M P A R I S O N Item List Item Description App Drawer App Group App Drawer (Pager) App Search Contents ☛ All apps (default); add Folders; TL window, folder, Launcher action, device app actions text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-widget&rev=1778450980&do=diff Widgets This chapter is designed to guide new and intermediate Total Launcher (TL) users on the types, functions, and customization options of widgets within the launcher environment. Widgets in Total Launcher provide both essential dynamic functionality and highly customizable wrapper containers used to hold applications, windows, folders, launcher actions, application shortcuts and system status displays. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-window-animation_dialog&rev=1778450980&do=diff section-window-animation page created by howto-window-create-simple; phase-04 Return to the previous page or Welcome Window: Animation Explained Comments & Feedback Found a bug, typo, or have a suggestion? Toby Lancer is ready to help! Look for the text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-window-option_dialog&rev=1778450980&do=diff section-window-option Window: Option Explained page created by howto-window-create-simple Comments & Feedback Found a bug, typo, or have a suggestion? Toby Lancer is ready to help! Look for the Quick Help form: ► Desktop: left sidebar located near the bottom for text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section-window&rev=1778450980&do=diff section-window created by ui/ui-graphic-selection-text-default Return to the previous page or Welcome Comments & Feedback Found a bug, typo, or have a suggestion? Toby Lancer is ready to help! Look for the Quick Help form: ► Desktop: left sidebar located near the bottom for text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section1_what_is_total_launcher&rev=1778450980&do=diff What is Total Launcher A world of “launchers” is huge. These “launchers” offer the ability to change the looks and actions of a home screen and their icons (objects) or offer a “drawer” to hold and provide for easy access to the user's applications (apps). text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section1-1_noteworthy_features&rev=1778450980&do=diff Noteworthy Features No overview would be complete without taking note of the design worthy features of Total Launcher. While this is mostly a highlight listing, more information is available in the other sections for this manual. Be creative. Total Launcher has such a capacity for customization whether it is a minimalist, business oriented, or futuristic styles. These and so much more are in the following pages of this manual. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section1-2_backup_access_create_export_import&rev=1778450980&do=diff Section 1.2.C - Backup: Access, Create, Export, Import To access the Backup Center of Total Launcher: * Enter Launcher Menu mode with a “Tap and Hold” the lower left or right screen area or any blank area of the screen * Enter a password if required text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section1-2_how_to_get_started&rev=1778450980&do=diff Section 2 - How To Get Started This section is important for the new user to become acquainted with the basics of getting started with Total Launcher. It will cover: * Where to find Total Launcher * How to install the Total Launcher * How to make Total Launcher the Device's Default Launcher * Backup: Access, Create, Export, Import * Understanding Resources * Beginner’s Basic Editing Steps Comments & Feedback Found a bug, typo, or have a suggestion? text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section1-2-a_where_to_find_the_total_launcher&rev=1778450980&do=diff Section 1.2.a - Where to find the Total Launcher APPLICATION The application (app) for Total Launcher is available from Google Play Store: * https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ss.launcher2 An application upgrade is also available in the Total Launcher Key. A charge will be made by the Google Play Store which supports the developer. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section1-2-b-1_how_to_install_the_total_launcher_app_and_themes&rev=1778450980&do=diff Section 1.2.b.1 - How to Install the Total Launcher App and Themes Installing the Total Launcher app from the Google Play Store: * On your device's browser, enter https://play.google.com/store * On the “Search Apps and Games” input enter Total Launcher * Select Total Launcher for the free version. Upon deciding to continue using the app and benefit from all features [see Benefits - Full Version), select Total Launcher Key. The Key will install and grant full access to the existing Total … text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section1-2-b-2_how_to_make_total_launcher_the_devices_default_launcher&rev=1778450980&do=diff Section 1.2.b.2 - How To Make Total Launcher the Device's Default Launcher All devices arrive with their default launcher installed. That default has to be changed to Total Launcher in order to receive its benefits. While the specific step to achieve t text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section1-2-d_understanding_resources&rev=1778450980&do=diff Section 1.2.d - Understanding Resources Total Launcher includes many built-in elements and objects, such as basic fonts, shapes, and dynamic objects. The user can create or modify these to the customization of the project AND save these within Total Launcher for future use. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section1-2-e_beginners_b&rev=1778450980&do=diff Section 1.2.e - Beginner's Basic Editing Steps Anxious to begin right now … before reviewing the rest of the manual? Perhaps experimenting just to get the feel of getting started on the first setup or theme? The following points will serve as a starting point. The sections with a more detailed explanation are in parenthesis. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section1-2-e_beginners_basic_editing_steps&rev=1778450980&do=diff Section 1.2.e - Beginner's Basic Editing Steps Anxious to begin right now … before reviewing the rest of the manual? Perhaps experimenting just to get the feel of getting started on the first setup or theme? The following points will serve as a starting point. The sections with a more detailed explanation are in parenthesis. text/html 2026-05-10T22:09:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://uitotallaunchermanual.com/doku.php?id=section:section3-1-customize-dynamic_color&rev=1778450980&do=diff Customizing: Total Launcher Dynamic Color Scheme [Total Launcher Dynamic Color Overview ] What it Does Total Launcher leverages Android's Material You (M3) system to create a harmonized look for the home screen. Instead of manually picking a color for every text or icon, it is assigned as a