Root LCD Density - nice

[landwomble]

Has everyone seen that you can change the LCD density on the Desire? (Well, on all Android handsets really). It simulates a higher resolution, fits more text on screen etc.
There's an app on the market which does it, although it won't work on the Desire unless you're S-OFF.
All you need to do is extract the build.prop file from /system to your PC (in recovery, use ADB PULL), and using a text editor change the value of LCD Density from original 240 to 200, then ADB push it back and reboot.
I'm *really* pleased with the result. Combined with Launcher Pro I've a whole new feel to my phone...

 

[SUroot]

Can I see a before and after screenshot of that please?

 

[landwomble]

Can I see a before and after screenshot of that please?

No before pics but this is what it looks like after. You can use more extreme values but I think 200 works best.

 

[SUroot]

Thanks.

So basically Its like using a 1080i source on a native 720p TV.

 

[anoniemouse]

There is a load of info about that here

[MOD] LCD Density on Desire // Bigger screen. - xda-developers

 

[Panama]

Thanks for this I had read about it over at XDA but didn't try it (forgot) but having used unrevoked on my desire running 2.2 this has enabled s-off automatically.

The market app worked first time without any issues on the HD rom I have installed and combined with a setting of 200 and Launcher Pro set with 5 columns and 7 rows looks fantastic!

 

[Panama]

P.S the only very minor issue I have noticed is that the lock screen (mine is set to pin code) looks naff. But a small price to pay!

You should read the XDA Devs link above as they recommend downloading spare parts and turning off compatibility mode if you change the density.

 

[tef89]

I had a play, set it to 200 - quite nice, but decided to go back to 240 (default), now although I can see the screens are correct in terms of sizing, the app drawer now shows the apps in rows of 5 rather than 4. It's ok but it looks a little bunched up - can't seem to change it back.

 

[w.maddler]

Has anyone experienced any issue while trying to edit contacts linked to a facebook user? Or, at least, that is what's happening on my Desire HD. Not sure this happens on Desire too.

Thx
William