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Total Launcher Arc Calculator: Visual Angle & Degree Converter Tool
The Total Launcher Arc Calculator is a free visual design utility created by uiTLM to solve the blind coordinate problem when creating vector Arc shapes in Total Launcher. In Total Launcher's native Shape dialog, arcs are configured without a visual preview, and angles originate at 3 o'clock (0°) rather than the standard 12 o'clock clock face.
This interactive tool lets Android themers and layout designers visually dial in start positions and sweep spans on an analog clock dial, automatically translating the geometry into Total Launcher's native radial coordinates. Use the real-time web calculator below or download the standalone Android APK for offline use.
uiTLM Arc Calculator
The uiTLM Arc Calculator is an interactive design tool designed to eliminate the guesswork involved in configuring Arc shapes in Total Launcher. By translating intuitive 12-hour clock-face coordinates into Total Launcher's native radial system, the tool can design visual wedges and curved lines in real time and paste the exact angles directly into layouts.
💡 Tip: Tap the blue degree pills inside the calculator to punch in exact angles or select standard degree presets.
Why Was This Tool Created?
When adding an Arc shape via Add > Graphic > Default > Shape, Total Launcher presents only two blind adjustment sliders: Start angle and Sweep angle, with no preview of what you are drawing.
Total Launcher calculates coordinates starting at 3 o'clock (0°) and sweeps clockwise:
- Clock 12:00 (Top) = TL `270°`
- Clock 3:00 (Right) = TL `0°`
- Clock 6:00 (Bottom) = TL `90°`
- Clock 9:00 (Left) = TL `180°`
The calculator handles the coordinate translation automatically using the formula:
TL Start Angle = (Clock Start - 90° + 360°) mod 360
Features & Controls
- WYSIWYG Clock Dial: Displays a real-time preview of the start position (green ray), body arc (blue shaded sector), and termination point (red ray).
- Touch Step Buttons: Quickly nudge values in ±15° or ±1° increments.
- Numeric Keypad: Tap either pill badge to open an on-screen keypad and select common angle increments (45°, 90°, 180°, etc.).
- One-Tap Clipboard Copy: Tap individual values or the Copy Both button to copy your values for direct pasting into Total Launcher.
Standalone Android App (APK)
Prefer having this utility available offline or alongside Total Launcher in split-screen mode? A lightweight, standalone Android APK is available free of charge:
Download Standalone Android APK
📦 Package: TL_Arc_Calculator.apk
⬇️ Direct Link: Download APK from uiTLM.com ↗
Note: Double-tap the downloaded file to start installation on Android. Because this utility is distributed independently outside the Google Play Store, the device may prompt an “Install unknown apps” confirmation upon download. Simply allow the installation to proceed.
Related Documentation
- Resource - Shape: Complete guide to creating and managing vector shape assets in Total Launcher.
- Advanced Geometry Parameters: In-depth breakdown of Squircles, Rounded Rectangles, and Polygons.
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