Google Nexus 7 Tips and Tricks

[mathelm]

If you want a keyboard with numbers, tip number #7 works on our tab.

50 Great Tips & Tricks for the Nexus 10 ? Mostly-Tech

Excellent tip. Thanks...

Expand your keyboard ? Since the Nexus 10 has such a large screen you may want to expand to a full-sized PC-style keyboard that includes number keys and extras like the screenshot above has. It?s tricky to set up, but worth it if you like to type in landscape mode. Go to Settings/Language & input and then touch the settings Sliders next to ?Android keyboard.? Next, touch ?Advanced settings? and touch ?Custom input styles.? It will say Deutsch and Francais, but you can ignore that. Touch ?Add Style? near the upper right. Then select your language and change the layout from QWERTY to ?PC? or one of the other styles. Now touch ?Add? and you?ll see your new style appear in the list. Touch ?Enable? and use the back key to go back to the Language & input screen. Now touch ?Input languages? near the top and uncheck ?Use system language.? Lastly, touch ?English (US) (PC)? and you?re done. Source: AndroidPIT

Mostly to help myself remember How to do it, I broke it down into numbered steps.
Plus I changed it a bit to add the ability to quickly change between the 2 with the tap of a (keyboard) button....
(See Pics Below)

1. Settings>Language & Input>
2. Tap "Android Keyboard" Slider (far right)
3. Scroll to the bottom and tap "Advance Settings"
4. Tap "Custom input styles"
5. Tap "ADD STYLE" (top right)
6a. In the "Add style" box next to "Language", Choose "English (US)" or whatever from the drop down list.
6b. In the "Add style" box next to "Layout", Choose "PC" or whatever from the drop down list.
6c. Tap the "Add" button
6d. Tap "Enable" in the box that pops up
7a. You are automatically taken to "ANDROID KEYBOARD" screen, Uncheck "Use system Language" at the top
7b. Check the box for "English (US) (PC)"
8. Tap the Home icon because you're done

Step 1 & 2:Tap "Android Keyboard" Slider (far right)

Step 3:Scroll to the bottom and tap "Advance Settings"

Step 4:Tap "Custom input styles"

Step 5:Tap "ADD STYLE" (top right)

Step 6:
6a. In the "Add style" box next to "Language", Choose "English (US)" or whatever from the drop down list.

6b. In the "Add style" box next to "Layout", Choose "PC" or whatever from the drop down list.

6c. Tap the "Add" button

6d. Tap "Enable" in the box that pops up

Step 7:
7a. You are automatically taken to "ANDROID KEYBOARD" screen, Uncheck "Use system Language" at the top

7b. Check the box for "English (US) (PC)"

8. Tap the Home icon because you're done

See what happen's when you're having to wait on a call and you've watched all the episodes of Dexter.....

 

[vgjfelix]

In this video I show you the basics of how downloads work on your Nexus 7. Where do they go and how you can get to them.

Google Nexus 7 Tips - Basics: #48 Where are my Downloads? - YouTube

 

[vgjfelix]

In this video I show you how you can copy and paste on an android tablet. However the functions behind it vary from app to app and, in some cases, it won't work at all.

Google Nexus 7 Tips - Basics: #49 Copy and Paste Basics - YouTube

 

[wick37]

you got to create a date for yoyr calendar i use her to wake me uo reminders etc.seems to be pretty accurate

 

[vgjfelix]

In this video I show you basics of how to setup a new user, switch user accounts and delete a user account. Obviously there are more complex issues with multiple user accounts but these are the basics to get you started.

user account - YouTube

 

[vgjfelix]

Welcome to Volume 5 on my Nexus 7 'Basics' series. You'll find ten different hints, tips and tutorials in here about getting the best out of your device, the tips included in this video are:

Nexus 7 Tablet Basics Tips: Volume 5 (10 tips) - YouTube

@0:05 Prevent Auto Update
@1:04 Visually Organise Folders
@2:12 What's My Wallpaper?
@2:41 Save Power, Sacrifice Wifi
@3:44 How to Turn On/Off Auto Sync
@5:16 Bluetooth Basics
@7:30 Get a File Browser Application
@8:18 Where are my Downloads?
@9:59 Copy and Paste Basics
@11:47 Setting up a User Account

 

[vgjfelix]

Hey all,

I'm back after a short break with an absolute monster. All my previous 50 tips rolled into an hour long video. Good for bookmarking for reference.

50 Nexus 7 Android Hints and Tips - The Ultimate Guide - YouTube

Time index below

1 @0:54 Check Your Screen
2 @2:20 Screen Rotation
3 @3:07 Installing Incompatible Apps
4 @4:40 How to Install Flash
5 @7:56 How to Take a Screenshot
6 @8:32 How to Take a Picture
7 @9:08 Headphones
8 @9:42 Notifications
9 @10:32 System Keyboard Sounds
10 @11:26 Spolier Alert
11 @12:04 Ultimate Rotation Control Tip
12 @13:13 Place, Remove and Uninstall Apps
13 @14:21 Push App Installs to Nexus 7
14 @15:10 Connect a Bluetooth Mouse
15 @16:54 Googleplay Refunds
16 @18:01 Connect a USB Keyboard
17 @19:03 Disable System Applications
18 @20:30 Multiple Volume Levels
19 @21:21 Charging via USB
20 @22:01 Transfer files via USB
21 @23:55 Disable Notifications
22 @25:06 Change your Launcher
23 @27:21 Spoiler Alert 2
24 @28:06 The Built in Gallery
25 @29:00 Icon Management
26 @29:56 Visual Imput Prompt
27 @30:48 Animation Tweaks
28 @29:59 Cold Boot
29 @33:08 Power Usage
30 @34:00 Sourcing APK Files
31 @36:41 Software Updating
32 @38:09 Homescreen Dock
33 @39:21 Widget Managment
34 @40:10 New Notification Setup
35 @41:00 Task Manager List
36 @42:01 Deleting From the Gallery
37 @42:55 Instant Gallery Uploads
38 @44:40 How to use Daydream
39 @46:22 Switch on Developer Tools
40 @47:11 How to Uninstall System App Updates
41 @48:43 Prevent Automatic Application Updates
42 @49:41 Visually Organising Folders
43 @50:47 My Wallpaper
44 @51:16 Save Power, Sacrifice Wifi
45 @52:20 How to Turn On/Off Auto Sync
46 @53:48 Bluetooth Basics
47 @56:06 Get a File Browser
48 @56:55 Where are my Downloads?
49 @58:35 Copy and Paste Basics
50 @1:00:24 Setting up a New User

 

[LakotaElder theGoodREDROAD]

Agree 'bout reading manual [not that is]-JUST HUMBLE OPINION-, thought a) one intent of 'forum. Personal note, t.b.I. - difficulty reading, b) sometimes hard to find correct terminology automated search, whereas 'friendly & knowledgeable' users can/should be able to interpret.

 

[Joe Palmer]

The manual doesn't tell the user everything. I have had to do my own research on the NFC area at the back of the Google nexus 7.

 

[Doyen Gunn]

Hi---Wondering if anyone has had the following prob and found the fix.
Just found that the start up login field has changed to a Alphanumerical keypad.
My PIN is 3 x lowercase alpha and 4 x numerical. The keypad only accepts numerical and thus can not access the tablet.
Two lengthy Skype discussions with a courteous but less than useful Google Geek in Texas!-- with the following suggestions which still hasn't resolved.;-

Attempted to follow instructions to FDR--as initially advised. Still unable to open and follow FDR instructions.
Next instructed to HR by simultaneously pressing power and volume buttons--Tried Hard Reset--Screen showed "Start field?, up/down arrows and two options ?Restart Bootloader? and ?Recovery Mode?
Neither brought me to either FDR or HR---Ultimately returning to the alphanumerical keyboard again.
Nor does applying the 30sec power press, produce anything other than the keyboard again

Any proactive help would be appreciated. Thanks.

 

[ChromeJob]

...
Just found that the start up login field has changed to a Alphanumerical keypad.
My PIN is 3 x lowercase alpha and 4 x numerical. The keypad only accepts numerical and thus can not access the tablet.

I dont see how your PIN had alphanumeric characters. :what:

// Tapatalk HD for Android - Nexus 7 //

 

[bakeri666]

Erm...
A pin can't have letters... It is by definition a number... PIN = Personal Identification Number (which is why the phrase pin number winds me up so much)

It is possible the letter was converted to its equivalent number on a phone keypad (a/b/c = 2 etc) so you could try that

Edit:
If you don't know the number equivalent then (if you also have an android phone) go into the text message app on your phone, create a new message and type the alpha element of the code as the recipient, the Numeric equivalent will be below each letter as you type

 

[vgjfelix]

It's been a while but here's a tip about how to make sure you computer detects your Nexus 7 as a harddrive and not as a camera.

Google Nexus 7 Tips - Basics: #51 No, my Nexus 7 is not a Camera! - YouTube

 

[vgjfelix]

Want to put a message on your lockscreen? Here's how.

Google Nexus 7 Tips - Basics: #52 Lock Screen Message - YouTube

 

[Eduardo06sp]

If you have multiple users on your tablet, tap on your profile picture from the quick settings bar to lock the screen.

Spoiler

Sent from my Nexus 7 using Android Central Forums

 

[vgjfelix]

Did you know you can zoom into any homescreen or application... if you really want to.

Google Nexus 7 Tips - Basics: #53 Triple Tap Zoom - YouTube

 

[leozdad]

Excellent tip. Thanks...



Mostly to help myself remember How to do it, I broke it down into numbered steps.
Plus I changed it a bit to add the ability to quickly change between the 2 with the tap of a (keyboard) button....
(See Pics Below)

1. Settings>Language & Input>
2. Tap "Android Keyboard" Slider (far right)
3. Scroll to the bottom and tap "Advance Settings"
4. Tap "Custom input styles"
5. Tap "ADD STYLE" (top right)
6a. In the "Add style" box next to "Language", Choose "English (US)" or whatever from the drop down list.
6b. In the "Add style" box next to "Layout", Choose "PC" or whatever from the drop down list.
6c. Tap the "Add" button
6d. Tap "Enable" in the box that pops up
7a. You are automatically taken to "ANDROID KEYBOARD" screen, Uncheck "Use system Language" at the top
7b. Check the box for "English (US) (PC)"
8. Tap the Home icon because you're done



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Step 1 & 2:Tap "Android Keyboard" Slider (far right)
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Step 3:Scroll to the bottom and tap "Advance Settings"
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Step 4:Tap "Custom input styles"
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Step 5:Tap "ADD STYLE" (top right)
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Step 6:
6a. In the "Add style" box next to "Language", Choose "English (US)" or whatever from the drop down list.
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6b. In the "Add style" box next to "Layout", Choose "PC" or whatever from the drop down list.
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6c. Tap the "Add" button
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6d. Tap "Enable" in the box that pops up
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Step 7:
7a. You are automatically taken to "ANDROID KEYBOARD" screen, Uncheck "Use system Language" at the top
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7b. Check the box for "English (US) (PC)"
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8. Tap the Home icon because you're done

See what happen's when you're having to wait on a call and you've watched all the episodes of Dexter.....

Absolutely a fabulous tip. I have always wanted a PC keyboard available on my Android devices. Thanks for the great info.



Dave: Sent from my Nexus 7

 

[PATTY PERRY]

hi,im new to this forum,i just bought a nexus 7 this morning,i had it out and going in my car lol,i dont know how you can wait this long to open it,but yah hope you like it,im kinda mad that i cant add an sd card for more storage,is that true? do you know?:'(

 

[chacalau]

Google Play Music > Explore similar artists

Not sure if this is necessarily a Nexus 7 tip, but I thought it was pretty cool.

In the play store when browsing music, hit the "Explore similar artists" link and it opens a hyper-tree that lets you explore other artists related to what you're looking at.

 

[vgjfelix]

A little bit of catch up work here.

The first is notification app info tip

Google Nexus 7 Tips - Basics: #54 Notifications App Info - YouTube

Next is quick switching user profiles

Google Nexus 7 Tips - Basics: #55 Reset Application Defaults/Preferences - YouTube

And finally, a way to stop app icons automatically appearing on the home screen after an install

Google Nexus 7 Tips - Basics: #56 Turn off Automatic Icon on App Install - YouTube