[Q] Google Now constant refresh - Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Is anyone else seeing Google now constantly trying to refresh but never finding anything?
All I see is the weather going nuts in my notification bar, and Google now trying to work with the refresh bar going all the time. Of course the screenshot doesn't tell much because it is just a still image, but the bar under the Google search bar just keeps trying to work but never stops.
Also, my Google keyboard keeps texting itself to the default keyboard even if I set Swype as default.
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Reboot the device.
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bblzd said:
Reboot the device.
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tried that first, still no joy. Keeps doing it. Disabled add blocking thinking the hosts file may have been the issue...nope. Removed the xposed modules...nope. changed to AOSP...comes back after a day or two. No idea what is going on here.
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I've installed ICS: The Real Thing and it's a beautiful ROM. I have an issue with deleting an entire message thread. Each time I try to do so, it vibrates, turns black, and says messaging has stopped working. It then force closes.
Also, I am unable to set permissions for TiBu. I went to settings>security>unknown sources (checked the box).
Any help is greatly appreciated.
Search button.
Use it.
Many answers and open threads about this.
Always search before posting to avoid getting rocks thrown at you and being set aflame.
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And for the Good Cop answer: it's a common bug in UCAL4, delete via the menu rather than long pressing the thread/message.
Promiseofcake, thank you.
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Is it possible to get a smaller battery icon and signal meter for this beautiful ROM?
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Unable to Sideload APKs

I am unable to Sideload APK's. I'm trying SwiftKey Beta for example. When the install manager pulls up with the permissions listed, the Install button on the bottom right is unresponsive. I can hit cancel, but it won't let me select Install. I tried some other APK's, so its not just Swiftkey. I did allow unknown Sources in the Security Settings section. I rooted using Chainfires CF Autoroot. But I think that has nothing to do with it. Anyone have the same issues?
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Ok very odd. I had power cycled my phone. Tried installing the Apk and it works now. Just FYI, in case anyone runs into this issue.
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You didn't happen to have any screen dimming apps active, did you? Because Android disables installing apps when they're active to prevent malware from covering up install buttons.
Yes, I was running Screen Filter. I was in bed and did not want to wake up my girl. Genius man! Thank you. Did not know that.
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[Q] How can I turn off Google Now being always on when swiping to the right?

After unlocking my phone, I get to my home screen with all my folders etc. As soon as I swipe to the right, I get Google Now!
It's as if it's an always on widget. On my N4, I would invoke Google Now by holding the Home key and swiping upwards (which I can also do with my N5).
Is this something that can be switched off or is this an integrated function of the system?
I'm not looking to switch off Google Now before anybody asks.
Wutang200 said:
After unlocking my phone, I get to my home screen with all my folders etc. As soon as I swipe to the right, I get Google Now!
It's as if it's an always on widget. On my N4, I would invoke Google Now by holding the Home key and swiping upwards (which I can also do with my N5).
Is this something that can be switched off or is this an integrated function of the system?
I'm not looking to switch off Google Now before anybody asks.
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As far as I can see the only option would be to either A) Uninstall Google Now, or B) Install a different Home Launcher ... Neither are suitable resolutions to your question. I personally like having it as a home screen since I turned off my softkeys in Lieu of LMS
The only thing I can think of is switch launchers to nova or something similar. You would lose the "OK Google" function from the launcher though., so not a good solution if you use that function. As far as I know there is now way to remove it from the stock launcher.
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Long press the homescreen, click settings, then uncheck the Google now option.
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Thanks guys.
I don't mind having it but just wasn't sure if it was a feature that can be turned off without completely disabling Google Now.
Battery life is quite impressive on this thing even with it always on!
Wutang200 said:
I'm not looking to switch off Google Now before anybody asks.
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N-Forced said:
Long press the homescreen, click settings, then uncheck the Google now option.
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Can you not read???
bilago said:
Can you not read???
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It does not disable Google now entirely just the extra screen, maybe you should try it before you respond with useless replies.
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N-Forced said:
It does not disable Google now entirely just the extra screen, maybe you should try it before you respond with useless replies.
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Screen of my phone said:
Turn off Google Now?
This resets all card settings to their default value
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This page is the same page as if you went into settings from Google Now Directly. This will turn it off.
EDIT:
For Sh*ts n Giggles I went ahead and tested your method. Guess what? It turned off Google Now Entirely.

Annoying problem with Google Plus

I'm trying to change the notification sound in Google+, but it just stays silent. I go into the account settings and try to change the sound, but it stays silent. It even says "silent" in the area where you change the sound! I can change the notification sound in every app. Even Gmail. But not Google+.
Is this a bug? I Googled and found nothing. Maybe someone here knows something I don't.
Please help.
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I ended up clearing data. That fixed it. Thanks anyway!
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Split screen view option missing from menu

Updated to Pie. The split screen option is not in the menu no matter what app I try it with. I've checked every place I could think of in Good Lock, Nova Launcher & Samsung settings & can't find anything that would be preventing it. I even tried under Samsung Launcher & had the same result. If anyone has any ideas, please share.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.sa...-apps-in-multi-window-one-ui-android-pie/amp/
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If you have a specific app that you need to use in Multu-window with YouTube, you can also use the apps edge panel to open the pair simultaneously.
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https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.sa...-apps-in-multi-window-one-ui-android-pie/amp/
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Thanks, but as you can see from the picture I posted, I know how to do it. The problem is the split screen option is not available.
jack man said:
If you have a specific app that you need to use in Multu-window with YouTube, you can also use the apps edge panel to open the pair simultaneously.
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I tried that too. I could not get that feature to work either.
This is a screenshot from my recent apps page not sure why yours is differentView attachment 4734993
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Did you press the button with the 3 lines it looks like you pressed something else I dont have that button only recents (3 lines ) home (square) and back (arrow)
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bluehaze911 said:
I tried that too. I could not get that feature to work either.
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I tried a few things but couldn't replicate what you are experiencing. Are you running Good Lock? I know it has a feature that modifies multi window, but I don't know if it would cause the issue you have.
Did you take the ota directly from the carrier? Or did you flash the new pie update? Mine came from the carrier last Thursday. Today, I backed up everything and did a factory reset and it feels like it's running smoother. Maybe that could fix your issue.
Turns out it was a bug in Good Lock's Multistar. They pushed an update last night that fixed the problem for me. Thanks to all for trying to help.

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