10Jun 2016 by VTP.Author No Comments

How to measure colors from your app using ColorMeter

Android, Color, Color Palette, ColorMeter, RGB
ColorMeter updated (v3.1.0) with new ability to export measurement results. If you have the app installed on a device, you can measure color  from your application by calling ColorMeter. Currently you will get RGB and HEX color result as JSON string (see code example below).How to call from your application:Intent intent = new Intent("com.vistechprojects.colormeter.action.MEASURE_COLOR");intent.setDataAndType(IMAGE_SOURCE_URI, "image/*"); // comment this line if you don't pass image uristartActivityForResult(intent, REQUEST_CODE); // replace REQUEST_CODE with your constantExample how to get results:protected void onActivityResult(int requestCode, int resultCode, Intent data) {...if (resultCode == RESULT_OK && requestCode == REQUEST_CODE){ JSONObject json = new JSONObject(data.getStringExtra("CM_OUTPUT_JSON")); ...}...}JSON returned from ColorMeter: {"APP_RESULTS":{"RGB":"112,63,30","HEX":"#703F1E"}}Update v3.1.1:This update allows you to set default size of averaging window by passing index parameter.The index must be an integer value from 0 to 10 and it corresponds to default window sizes…
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23Apr 2016 by VTP.Author No Comments

[Android] Free “Millimeter – screen ruler”: performance and design improved, options to buy new modes and features.

Android, Android Apps, Millimeter, Millimeter Pro, ring size measure, Ruler, Screen Ruler, TPI
Free "Millimeter - screen ruler" app has been updated with performance improvements, design changes and fixes.  Now app works faster on all devices and offers customization options right from the free version of the app. You can download version 2.0.4 from Google Play now.Free functionality has been extended with full screen mode and standard view rulers on top edge of the device and on left vertical ruler in the full screen  mode.Full screen mode in MillimeterAlso in the free version of the app you can:Calibrate Millimeter with custom or standard objects (credit or ID card, coins, etc) Use Ruler Mode for length measurements in metric and imperial units: mm and inchUse fractions for inch unitsRead interactive Help / Guide about all available features in a modeUse app as a standard rulerUse…
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23Mar 2015 by VTP.Author No Comments

[iOS] Millimeter Pro – screen ruler v1.1.7: Manual Input and Circle Measurements added.

iOS, Millimeter Pro, Screen Ruler
Millimeter - screen ruler  has been recently updated with new features and improvements.  Manual inputNow you are able to set manually:     - exact width and height in Ruler Mode    - exact radius and number of parts in Circle Mode    - exact length and number of parts to split in Parts ModeHow it works:- touch Results View (in any mode) at the lower left corner of the screen to call     input dialogHow to call manual input dialog- enter values and press DoneManual Input in Ruler ModeCircle ModeNow you can measure circle radius diameter and area in Circle mode. Touch and Move at any point of the screen to adjust slowly radius of the circle.Circle Measurement You will find the same features in Android version of the app as…
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12Mar 2015 by VTP.Author No Comments

[ ANDROID ] Millimeter Pro – Screen Ruler: Area Value in Circle Mode.

Android, Millimeter Pro, Screen Ruler
Circle Area added at the bottom of the screenMillimeter Pro is a handy ruler on screen of your device. You can measure small objects on the screen: dimensions (width and height), area, split linear and  circular object in equal pieces. Millimeter Pro can be used  as a thread gauge to measure TPI or thread pitch. Last update allows you to calculate circle area, see fig. above.
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19Dec 2014 by VTP.Author No Comments

MapTrack: 30 000 miles or 11 months of live tracking.

Android, Google Maps, GPS, MapTrack
In August we wrote about MapTrack being used during a trip around the US. Recently Brian finished his journey and contacted us with his feedback and some statistics:"Our epic road trip has finally come to an end. We start making our way home tomorrow so I've just turned off MapTrack after 11 months. I just wanted to let you know the app has performed great! 30,000 miles on the odometer of our RV... "We would like to thank Brian for choosing our app for such interesting trip and we are glad the app was helpful over this long period of time.MapTrack is Android app for recording and sharing tracks in real time. Google Drive is used to save and share data. You need to use your  Google account and you can manage track files from Google…
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15Dec 2014 by VTP.Author No Comments

Use an external GPS device with Planimeter on Android.

Android, Apps, Map, Navigation, Planimeter
Some users reported successful usage of external GPS devices with our Planimeter app on Android. Quick Google search returns a useful guide how to use Bluetooth GPS Receivers with a Smarthpone or Tablet.External GPS unit should give you much better measurement accuracy when used with GPS Tracking feature in Planimeter. If you are going to use your external GPS for navigation as well,  check out the review of the best navigation apps from joyofandroid.
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28Nov 2014 by VTP.Author No Comments

SALE on Black Friday: deals for Android and iOS apps

Android, iOS, Laser Distance Meter, MapTrack, Millimeter Pro, Partometer, Partometer3D, Planimeter, Pupil Distance Meter, SolarMeter, Telemeter
Android Apps   Planimeter - GPS area measure. All kinds of measurements (area, distance, angle) on Google Maps with many useful features including  Tracking and Drawing. Demo.SolarMeter - GPS solar measure. Allows you to calculate and estimate solar power and energy output of a solar cell panel at specific location. Features Live Measurement Mode where device screen simulates solar panel surface.LaserDistanceMeter is a camera distance measure tool for quick estimation of distances to known size objects. Features image processing for one click measurements. Calibration and How To Measure.Millimeter - screen ruler. Useful app for quick measurements. Use touch screen as a ruler to measure, to split objects into equal parts, measure object ratio (W/H), area, estimate diameter and angles, split circular objects into equal parts. Can be used as a Thread pitch…
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27Nov 2014 by VTP.Author No Comments

Millimeter App – ruler for Visa or Passport biometric photo.

Android, iOS, Millimeter, Millimeter Pro, Screen Ruler
Photo is an essential part of your  visa or passport application and it usually has certain size and format requirements. "Millimeter - screen ruler" is a handy tool to ensure your photo meets all the size requirements. With this app you can check not only width and height of the photo but also measure exact size of the head and other parts of the photo that are crucial for the acceptance. Tip: if you put brightness of the display to max you will be able to see measurement lines underneath your photo for better alignment and accurate results (see picture).The app is available for Android and iOS on Google Play and AppStore:
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