(V)eGa's - How to create a basic theme - TUTORIAL

[smorales02]

How do I use the themes from your site? Dont get not .tsk file with them..???

[(V)eGa]

Originally Posted by smorales02

How do I use the themes from your site? Dont get not .tsk file with them..???

My themes are cab files because I want you to be able to install and un-install the themes easy. No everyone is computer or PDA-literate, so I tried to make it easier for everyone.

MeGa

PS - Thanks for the love guys. I'm glad you like the write up. I was telling people I was going to do it but I been so busy. Now everyone can give it a try.

[smorales02]

Maybe I just not understanding. I downloaded the Texas Longhorns and Poker themes and when I unzip it I get three things.

setup.xml
and two other files with no extension

[(V)eGa]

Originally Posted by smorales02

Maybe I just not understanding. I downloaded the Texas Longhorns and Poker themes and when I unzip it I get three things.

setup.xml
and two other files with no extension

That's because you don't unzip the files. You install them like any other application.

cab file = exe file in Windows Mobile

[slbailey1]

I've downloaded and used ThemeGenCE 2.5 for the first time yesterday. I'm having one problem so far. When I change the Start Menu Text color(from white to black) it seems to work and show up correctly in the preview. But, when I create the theme and put it on my phone, the Start Menu text color is back to the default color, white. At the same time I've changed the Today text color to black and that appears correctly on my phone. How do I get the Start Menu text color change to appear on my phone?

Also, what should the dimensions for the Themes be? I'm picking the Theme format QVGA(P+L) with the dimensions of 240 X 290, 290 X 240.

Phone: Sprint Touch
OS: WM 6.1 (stock)

[(V)eGa]

Originally Posted by slbailey1

I've downloaded and used ThemeGenCE 2.5 for the first time yesterday. I'm having one problem so far. When I change the Start Menu Text color(from white to black) it seems to work and show up correctly in the preview. But, when I create the theme and put it on my phone, the Start Menu text color is back to the default color, white. At the same time I've changed the Today text color to black and that appears correctly on my phone. How do I get the Start Menu text color change to appear on my phone?

Also, what should the dimensions for the Themes be? I'm picking the Theme format QVGA(P+L) with the dimensions of 240 X 290, 290 X 240.

Phone: Sprint Touch
OS: WM 6.1 (stock)

I suggest deleting your folder with TGenCE in it and re-installing it again to make sure you have all the settings at default. Also, QVGA is the way to go but you must save 4 images instead of 2. Another thing, Make sure there is a check mark next to the start menu text color. If not, it will not put that info in the theme.

[uteowl]

I've followed these instructions to a "T" to create several themes. Simple enough, but sometimes my picture tiles and I get four (4) images rather than one on my phone. It looks great in the creation program. Am I missing something? Sorry, I just saw that others have had the same problem. I will search first and if I don't find resolution I'll be back. Yup, NoHaterzPlzzz on pg 2 had the same problem and his/her solution fixed it. It appears that the Mogul uses the VGA (TD 640x588, ST 399x586) setting (4th one down). THANKS (V)eGA for the thread and everyone else who's contributed here. This is great! Now I can get my Petty Girl pinups as wallpapers and create some for my favorite sports teams for seasonality!

[(V)eGa]

Originally Posted by uteowl

I've followed these instructions to a "T" to create several themes. Simple enough, but sometimes my picture tiles and I get four (4) images rather than one on my phone. It looks great in the creation program. Am I missing something? Sorry, I just saw that others have had the same problem. I will search first and if I don't find resolution I'll be back. Yup, NoHaterzPlzzz on pg 2 had the same problem and his/her solution fixed it. It appears that the Mogul uses the VGA (TD 640x588, ST 399x586) setting (4th one down). THANKS (V)eGA for the thread and everyone else who's contributed here. This is great! Now I can get my Petty Girl pinups as wallpapers and create some for my favorite sports teams for seasonality!

You can also use the QVGA option was well, this gives you the ultimate level of being able to customize everything. Only option I use for my themes.

[smorales02]

LOL...ok i feel stupid.... I got it finally

[rasa]

thanks for nice information for newcommers.


thanks