DPI Changer - No Root
Written by NeoZiggy
DISCLAIMER: Do this at your own risk! I am not responsible for your actions!Written by NeoZiggy
Risk of a brick: LOW
What this is:
This is a batch script that uses ADB (Android Device Bridge) that you can use to view your default DPI, view your current DPI, and change your DPI setting. Setting a lower DPI can give you more screen space by lowering the size of icons and text. It is recommended by a lot of Android users for better viewing especially if your device has a larger screen.
What you need:
The Android device drivers for your device.
USB Debugging Enabled in your device settings.
Notice:
If Settings or UI force closes repeatedly after setting a DPI change it to something else or back to default. Do not reboot because you will not be able to change it later. The security dialog box to allow access to your PC will not be shown and you will need to perform a factory reset.
FAQ:
Q: Will this void my warranty?
A: Let's just say yes. However, the change can be reverted by re-running the script or performing a factory reset.
Q: Why would I want to change my DPI?
A: Because on larger screens everything is stretched bigger instead of using the space to fit more information. Google it!
Q: Will this work on my device running Android version....?
A: Yes! This should work on any device running Android 4.0+. Worked for me on 6.0.
Q: How do I turn on USB Debugging?
A: Go in to Settings > Developer Options. You may have to enable the Developer Options menu by going to Settings > About Device > Software Info. Then press Build Number 7 times fast til a toast pops up telling you that you've enabled developers options. If that doesn't work Google how to do it for your device.
Q: How do I find my device's drivers?
A: Check their website, do a Google search, or search XDA.
Q: My Messaging, Phone, or Contacts, crash?
A: Try a different DPI setting. If it's just Messaging try AOSP Messaging. You can also try replacing Phone and Contacts.
Q: Settings or UI Force Closes?
A: Do not use a DPI setting where Settings or UI FCs because you will not be able to connect to your PC after you reset your device (you will not be able to click Allow on the security dialog box).
Q: Why doesn't my favorite game or app work?
A: It may not work at your current DPI. Try clearing its data and cache then rebooting. Change the DPI or go back to default.
Q: How do I go back to my default DPI?
A: Run the script, view DPI settings, then change it back to the Physical density.
Instructions:
Install drivers for your device.
Extract the files from the ZIP.
Put device in USB Debugging mode.
Run DPIchanger.bat
View your default DPI so you can undo changes.
Set a new DPI (lower is better... try 20 or 40 lower).
Reboot device when done, this can be done from within script.
Download:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/ojt0t8jj0p1o2gu/DPIchanger.zip?dl=0
Version: 1.0
API level: 14+
Updated: January 30th, 2016
File size: 465kb
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