TITANIUS 1.7.0.0 (18-07-2015) Now with a fresh new look! (2 Viewers)

[HTPCSourcer]

Here we go:



The group name shows here as < Sky > at the bottom right. I would rather like to see it top left or top right. The blue bar at the bottom could then be removed.

 

[powermarcel10]

Here we go:

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The group name shows here as < Sky > at the bottom right. I would rather like to see it top left or top right. The blue bar at the bottom could then be removed.

Thanks, I see what you want..

However, I need to be a little bit consistent.. The blue bar is something that belongs to the skin as all other panels have it too. it's designed to show information.

That being said, there need to be some changes as the group information has the wrong color and placement. This is how I made it now:

The spincontrol is on all other skin windows right under, so it should be there as you can see above. The most logical place for the channel groups is now left under in my opinion. I know it's not exactly you where asking for, but I think it looks atleast better than how it was. If you want to give it a try, the xml is included as an attachement.

 

[HTPCSourcer]

@powermarcel10 ,

I tried the new TVMiniGuide XML. Hhm, I think this could be different

• The centered text "Mini Tv-Gids" is an absolutely useless Information, i.e. just a filler, which is not needed. (Not your fault.)
• The Group Name is showing bottom left. Since you want the blue line, at least the group name should be much more prominent.

I would put the name in the middle instead of Mini Tv-Gids, same size as the current Mini Tv-Gids, possibly in bold.

 

[powermarcel10]

@powermarcel10 ,

I tried the new TVMiniGuide XML. Hhm, I think this could be different

• The centered text "Mini Tv-Gids" is an absolutely useless Information, i.e. just a filler, which is not needed. (Not your fault.)
• The Group Name is showing bottom left. Since you want the blue line, at least the group name should be much more prominent.

I would put the name in the middle instead of Mini Tv-Gids, same size as the current Mini Tv-Gids, possibly in bold.

Allright, I will see what I can do! And if I don't want to add it to the official version, I can make a customized one for you..

 

[azzuro]

@powermarcel10 :
can you return to previous setting about the TV tab, if i start TV, with the small TV ( on Tab ), MiniGuide is displayed and nothing else.

 

[TheBatfink]

The gradient is upside down on the little coloured icons on the right of the mini guide too
Loving the orange theme at the minute by the way more themes!

 

[HTPCSourcer]

However, I need to be a little bit consistent.. The blue bar is something that belongs to the skin as all other panels have it too. it's designed to show information.

Well, then please consider to put it on the top rather than at the bottom - exactly like in the TV Guide where the blue bar is above the program information.

By the way: I installed 1.7.0 on the main HTPC today: My wife's reaction was "I don't like the new control. Put the old back on"... . Also the colored arch on the main background is probably a matter of taste, but this is taking a strange turn now when I see all these popcorn-type backgrounds. Fortunately you left the choice to select the previous hole/leather style background

 

[TheBatfink]

Isn't that the grey with holes theme? Its still there.

Ahh yeah you was stating not asking. Sorry.

I think its nice to have a change though rather than sticking to the old plain one. I have the coloured arch thing on, I'm undecided right now. Be cool if you could make it move like a wave didn't I see moving backgrounds or is that MP2?

 

[powermarcel10]

@powermarcel10 :
can you return to previous setting about the TV tab, if i start TV, with the small TV ( on Tab ), MiniGuide is displayed and nothing else.

Sorry I don't understand what you mean.. Please explain..

The gradient is upside down on the little coloured icons on the right of the mini guide too
Loving the orange theme at the minute by the way more themes!

Please tell me what you mean and what you don't like.. Indeed, I turned the panel upside down, as this is more in line with the other background panels of the skin..

However, I need to be a little bit consistent.. The blue bar is something that belongs to the skin as all other panels have it too. it's designed to show information.

Well, then please consider to put it on the top rather than at the bottom - exactly like in the TV Guide where the blue bar is above the program information.

By the way: I installed 1.7.0 on the main HTPC today: My wife's reaction was "I don't like the new control. Put the old back on"... . Also the colored arch on the main background is probably a matter of taste, but this is taking a strange turn now when I see all these popcorn-type backgrounds. Fortunately you left the choice to select the previous hole/leather style background

Indeed it's a matter of taste. I added 6 themes, so that should not be a problem, so I don't understand why you are complaining about that. Most people in my neighbourhood are loving the new theme. About the mini EPG, you have made your point now. Like I said, if it's such a big deal for you, I will create a file
especially for you.

Isn't that the grey with holes theme? Its still there.

Ahh yeah you was stating not asking. Sorry.

I think its nice to have a change though rather than sticking to the old plain one. I have the coloured arch thing on, I'm undecided right now. Be cool if you could make it move like a wave didn't I see moving backgrounds or is that MP2?

In MP2 there is the option of animated movies as backgrounds. In this skin for MP1 there is only an option that let the static background move on the screen. It's a really subtly effect..

Guys, don't forget to add screenshots if you have a bug or request; It's not always clear to me what you mean!

 

[HTPCSourcer]

Dear Marcel,

I added 6 themes, so that should not be a problem, so I don't understand why you are complaining about that.

I am not complaining, which becomes clear if you read on two sentences. However, please be conscious of one thing when dealing with larger groups. While there will always be somebody who will not approve any change, "change management" is a well-established process in order to cope with resistance before it actually occurs. You did successfully apply this principle through your inner-circle beta-testing previously, but sadly have now abandoned it.

Most people in my neighbourhood are loving the new theme.

So some didn't?
Again, nobody is forced to use popcorn-type themes. However, when an update is changing one's visual appearance, you should not be surprised to receive non-positive feedback.

Like I said, if it's such a big deal for you, I will create a file

I am not a selfish person, but merely argue in terms of functionality and usability. The suggested change would be beneficial to all users who have organized their channels in groups - not just me. Here is the example of the Titan screen, having the blue bar on top. I would put the group information top left, using the same fonts as in Titanius 1.6, i.e. "< group >" and drop the "Aktuell", which is a worthless information.



The time information is really valuable though - I would love to see this again at this place and recommend to add this to Titanius. I believe that it was there in some previous version...