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[ROOT] Question regarding root access in the pie update and the working TWRP recovery

I didn't find any posts regarding this, if there is any then pardon me.
I've updated to the latest pie build and the twrp has also been updated to work on pie and it's almost fully functional. So, I just wanted to ask that can I directly flash magisk for getting root? Anyone tried this? And what are the potential problems than my phone can run into while or after installing magisk.
Thanks

You need to unlock your bootloader in any case if you want to flash magisk.....but if anything goes wrong you can have a really hard time getting it back working with a custom recovery....I don't see a reason why you wouldn't want to flash twrp after unlocking bootloader.

nitish.4you said:
I didn't find any posts regarding this, if there is any then pardon me.
I've updated to the latest pie build and the twrp has also been updated to work on pie and it's almost fully functional. So, I just wanted to ask that can I directly flash magisk for getting root? Anyone tried this? And what are the potential problems than my phone can run into while or after installing magisk.
Thanks
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If you wants root just follow this guide with Pie boot file. Best method and very easy
https://forum.xda-developers.com/zenfone-5z/how-to/guide-zenfone-5z-how-to-root-downgrade-t3815877

MystikMan97130 said:
If you wants root just follow this guide with Pie boot file. Best method and very easy
https://forum.xda-developers.com/zenfone-5z/how-to/guide-zenfone-5z-how-to-root-downgrade-t3815877
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Thanks for you reply. I just wanted to know that did you unlock your bootloader while on Pie itself or was it already unlocked in oreo. Also after that any special steps were required for rooting in pie or the same steps of the rooting guide would suffice?

nitish.4you said:
Thanks for you reply. I just wanted to know that did you unlock your bootloader while on Pie itself or was it already unlocked in oreo. Also after that any special steps were required for rooting in pie or the same steps of the rooting guide would suffice?
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Asus unlock App only works on Oreo for now. I think we'll get one when the official P version for WW comes out.
No special step just do the same with Pie boot.img :good:

MystikMan97130 said:
Asus unlock App only works on Oreo for now. I think we'll get one when the official P version for WW comes out.
No special step just do the same with Pie boot.img :good:
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Oh okay! I think I've to wait for some more time till it officially comes out. Thanks for the quick reply though!

Android 10 root/twrp

Hey guys. I accidentally (don't ask) installed the update for Android 10 from 9 stock and lost my twrp and root. Is there any way to at least get root back without having to reinstall everything?

More details will be needed to help. Bootloader unlocked? Guessing yes since you say you had twrp. Check the guide section for root instructions.

Yes I have it unlocked. I looked at the guide and it looks like I will have to reflash the stock rom which I'd like to avoid.

Kreuger said:
Hey guys. I accidentally (don't ask) installed the update for Android 10 from 9 stock and lost my twrp and root. Is there any way to at least get root back without having to reinstall everything?
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Since, twrp is not available yet for Android 10 (Q), I suggest one of the three following options:
1. If you have to re-flash the Pixel 3 XL Android 10 (Q) Factory image, do #4 'keep data' in this Guide.
2. If your Pixel 3XL has the latest Android 10 (Q) Factory image installed, just do #9 A. in this Guide to root.
3. If you are on a Custom ROM follow the OP Instructions in the Custom ROM thread to root.

Apparently I have the Sept update (QP1A.19711.020.C3) but I currently have no available updates. Am I good to just use your step 2?

Kreuger said:
Apparently I have the Sept update (QP1A.19711.020.C3) but I currently have no available updates. Am I good to just use your step 2?
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Yes!
Why not do #1 update your Pixel 3 XL to the February Factory image (QQ1A.200205.002). You will not lose your data (need to reinstall anything). Then do #2 to root.

I guess I can do it that way. Thanks.
Edit: Do I need to use a custom kernel? I don't really require one. Also in magisk manager, theres no way to select the canary channel. All I see is stable, beta and custom.

Kreuger said:
Also in magisk manager, theres no way to select the canary channel. All I see is stable, beta and custom.
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Some people are reporting that issue. You can set the custom channel to canary/canary debug manually. Check the magisk thread.

Thank you. I tried to find it on the github site and found nothing.

Kreuger said:
Thank you. I tried to find it on the github site and found nothing.
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It is under the magisk files repo.

Kreuger said:
I guess I can do it that way. Thanks.
Edit: Do I need to use a custom kernel? I don't really require one. Also in magisk manager, theres no way to select the canary channel. All I see is stable, beta and custom.
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Kernel/Kernel Managers are optional. #10 B ,in the guide, updated.

Hey so I patched the image and flashed the file, I'm stuck on the screen with the google logo and progress bar. Also, does it matter that I used adb reboot fastboot to get to the fastboot menu? I noticed it said fastbootd which ive never seen before. It seemed easier to do it that way.
Edit: Ive decided to try flashing another rom.

Kreuger said:
Hey so I patched the image and flashed the file, I'm stuck on the screen with the google logo and progress bar. Also, does it matter that I used adb reboot fastboot to get to the fastboot menu? I noticed it said fastbootd which ive never seen before. It seemed easier to do it that way.
Edit: Ive decided to try flashing another rom.
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For flashing boot.img you should reboot bootloader. Fastboot is a separate thing now for system files to be flashed. Boot, bootloader, and radio are flashed in bootloader, others in fastbootd.

wangdaning said:
For flashing boot.img you should reboot bootloader. Fastboot is a separate thing now for system files to be flashed. Boot, bootloader, and radio are flashed in bootloader, others in fastbootd.
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Ah I was unaware. Thanks

RN8Pro downgrade and root

Hi there!
I want to root my Redmi Note 8 Pro (which is already unlocked) but in most of the instructions I came across a requirement in order to do so is to be on A9.
My RN8PRO is on the european firmware 12.0.1.0 QGGEUXM so I downloaded the A9 european fastboot firmware V11.0.3.0.PGGEUXM | MIUI 11 from "xiaomifirmware.com".
I then downloaded MI FLASH PRO (v. 5.3.714.36) and I'm about to downgrade. Is there any pointer or further recommendation to follow in order not to screw things up (like any Anti-Rollback Protection that might block the smartphone)?
In Mi Flash Pro I should just click on the "Mi Flash" tab, then select the firmware downloaded (and extracted), hit "refresh", then "flash" and that's it right?
Thank you.

JustIceForSake said:
Hi there!
I want to root my Redmi Note 8 Pro (which is already unlocked) but in most of the instructions I came across a requirement in order to do so is to be on A9.
My RN8PRO is on the european firmware 12.0.1.0 QGGEUXM so I downloaded the A9 european fastboot firmware V11.0.3.0.PGGEUXM | MIUI 11 from "xiaomifirmware.com".
I then downloaded MI FLASH PRO (v. 5.3.714.36) and I'm about to downgrade. Is there any pointer or further recommendation to follow in order not to screw things up (like any Anti-Rollback Protection that might block the smartphone)?
In Mi Flash Pro I should just click on the "Mi Flash" tab, then select the firmware downloaded (and extracted), hit "refresh", then "flash" and that's it right?
Thank you.
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You don't need to downgrade to root, unless you want to use CWF recovery and ROMs.

donkyshot said:
You don't need to downgrade to root, unless you want to use CWF recovery and ROMs.
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Hi donkyshot, I didn't know that. But maybe I should be more specific: I wish to root with magisk so that I can use it's "hide root" function and use it for all the banking apps that just won't run on rooted devices.
Anyway I think it would be still wise to downgrade and put the preloader just to be safe in case I forget (I'm sure that I'll forget and having a rooted device will make me think that I can easily put a Custom rom down the road and I will brick the device), or also the preloader can be installed without having to downgrade?

JustIceForSake said:
Hi donkyshot, I didn't know that. But maybe I should be more specific: I wish to root with magisk so that I can use it's "hide root" function and use it for all the banking apps that just won't run on rooted devices.
Anyway I think it would be still wise to downgrade and put the preloader just to be safe in case I forget (I'm sure that I'll forget and having a rooted device will make me think that I can easily put a Custom rom down the road and I will brick the device), or also the preloader can be installed without having to downgrade?
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Again, if you want to hide magisk you don't have to downgrade. It's working on A10.
Hiding magisk doesn't seem to work on all banking apps though.
Rooting is easy, and relatively safe as long as you follow the instructions, use correct A10 recovery and close avb.
Downgrading is risky too.
But you're right, the preloader only works on Android 9.
Remember if you'll update back to miui 11/12 android 10 you'll lose the preloader.
But if you'll decide later to just flash a custom rom it won't work with just the preloader, you'll need cfw too.
But yes it will save you from a total brick, as long as you don't flash miui rom or ota.
Read the cfw thread carefully https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-8-pro/how-to/guide-redmi-note-8-pro-megathread-t4056527
There have been reports of camera issues with latest models because of firmware and the preloader.
Don't flash or update up to the latest magisk 21, it's bootlooping on mediatek devices.
Good luck and happy flashing.

donkyshot said:
Again, if you want to hide magisk you don't have to downgrade. It's working on A10.
Hiding magisk doesn't seem to work on all banking apps though.
Rooting is easy, and relatively safe as long as you follow the instructions, use correct A10 recovery and close avb.
Downgrading is risky too.
But you're right, the preloader only works on Android 9.
Remember if you'll update back to miui 11/12 android 10 you'll lose the preloader.
But if you'll decide later to just flash a custom rom it won't work with just the preloader, you'll need cfw too.
But yes it will save you from a total brick, as long as you don't flash miui rom or ota.
Read the cfw thread carefully https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-8-pro/how-to/guide-redmi-note-8-pro-megathread-t4056527
There have been reports of camera issues with latest models because of firmware and the preloader.
Don't flash or update up to the latest magisk 21, it's bootlooping on mediatek devices.
Good luck and happy flashing.
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You gave me a lot of valuable information, thank you!
Now I have to decide which route to follow. Have a great day!

donkyshot said:
Again, if you want to hide magisk you don't have to downgrade. It's working on A10.
Hiding magisk doesn't seem to work on all banking apps though.
Rooting is easy, and relatively safe as long as you follow the instructions, use correct A10 recovery and close avb.
Downgrading is risky too.
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Hi there.
I'm sorry to bother you again, but during these days I read a lot of posts in different threads just to be more and more confused (some things I learned though ).
At a certain point I decided to follow your advice and just root my phone and not downgrade to A9 so to take the safest route (I'm fine using MIUI for the time being and don't need custom roms), but I'm not sure where to find a safe/trusted recovery for A10 since most of the instructions use recovery for A9.
Do you or anyone else have any tips?

JustIceForSake said:
Hi there.
I'm sorry to bother you again, but during these days I read a lot of posts in different threads just to be more and more confused (some things I learned though ).
At a certain point I decided to follow your advice and just root my phone and not downgrade to A9 so to take the safest route (I'm fine using MIUI for the time being and don't need custom rooms), but I'm not sure where to find a safe/trusted recovery for A10 since most of the instructions use recovery for A9.
Do you or anyone else have any tips?
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https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=8889791610682952245

donkyshot said:
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=8889791610682952245
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Fantastic! Thank you Sir.!

JustIceForSake said:
Fantastic! Thank you Sir.!
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You're welcome, let know if it worked out for you.

donkyshot said:
You're welcome, let know if it worked out for you.
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Sure! I'm going to do it tomorrow since here it's after midnight and I feel a little bit sleepy. I want a fresh and sharp mind when I do these things. I'll report tomorrow!

donkyshot said:
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=8889791610682952245
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Hi there!
I can confirm that the recovery you kindly provided works perfectly with my phone, thank you very much! :highfive:

JustIceForSake said:
Hi there!
I can confirm that the recovery you kindly provided works perfectly with my phone, thank you very much! :highfive:
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:good:
Got root?

donkyshot said:
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Got root?
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:laugh: Yes I got root!
Now I just have to investigate if I can use the app "Migrate" on the RN8PRO to restore all the app+data of my previous cell (Redmi Note 4x) that wasn't restored with Google backup and Xioami's "Mi Mover".
Since the "Migrate" app requires flashing the backup via TWRP and knowing that the RN8PRO is somehow picky I want to double check if it's possible, although I think that it should be fine.

JustIceForSake said:
Hi there!
I can confirm that the recovery you kindly provided works perfectly with my phone, thank you very much! :highfive:
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JustIceForSake said:
:laugh: Yes I got root!
Now I just have to investigate if I can use the app "Migrate" on the RN8PRO to restore all the app+data of my previous cell (Redmi Note 4x) that wasn't restored with Google backup and Xioami's "Mi Mover".
Since the "Migrate" app requires flashing the backup via TWRP and knowing that the RN8PRO is somehow picky I want to double check if it's possible, although I think that it should be fine.
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Great. Don't have experience myself with migrate app, I'm using titanium.
European update 12.0.2.0 has dropped. I'll put steps later how to update through twrp without losing data.

donkyshot said:
Great. Don't have experience myself with migrate app, I'm using titanium.
European update 12.0.2.0 has dropped. I'll put steps later how to update through twrp without losing data.
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That's very cool, but now I have doubt, updating via twrp is mandatory now that I have a rooted device (I don't think so, but I just want to be sure) or is it just because the update wasn't pushed via OTA yet?
I know that with CFW and the preloader is a whole different story, but it shouldn't be a problem to update via OTA on a rooted phone right?

Oh god I'm confused. I'm intend to unlock bootloader and install Magisk, is the image in post #7 good for that? Do I need anything else? Sorry for my stupidity, I'm just confused with all the different guides and files :/
Edit: I'm on MIUI 12.0.1 global (QGGEUXM), Android 10

Naksnaks910 said:
Oh god I'm confused. I'm intend to unlock bootloader and install Magisk, is the image in post #7 good for that? Do I need anything else? Sorry for my stupidity, I'm just confused with all the different guides and files :/
Edit: I'm on MIUI 12.0.1 global (QGGEUXM), Android 10
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Yes, recovery from my post #7 should work for you.
Follow these instructions: https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-8-pro/how-to/guide-unlock-bootloader-flash-twrp-root-t3995919
You can update magisk through the app, stable channel only. Version 21 causes bootloops.

donkyshot said:
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=8889791610682952245
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Is this non-CFW A10 recovery? Or CFW A10 recovery?
Thanks in advance
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donkyshot said:
Yes, recovery from my post #7 should work for you.
Follow these instructions: https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-8-pro/how-to/guide-unlock-bootloader-flash-twrp-root-t3995919
You can update magisk through the app, stable channel only. Version 21 causes bootloops.
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Hi,
I'm new on xiaomi devices especially redmi note 8 pro, i read that this device is more likely to be brick and i want to install TWRP, root, custom roms and mods.
Can you help me with that, I'll be appreciated.
BTW, my device is global and I'm on miui global 11.0.5 (QGGMIXM)11.0.5.0, android 10 QP1A.190711.020 and unlocked bootloader.
Thanks in advance for your help.

donkyshot said:
Yes, recovery from my post #7 should work for you.
Follow these instructions: https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-8-pro/how-to/guide-unlock-bootloader-flash-twrp-root-t3995919
You can update magisk through the app, stable channel only. Version 21 causes bootloops.
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Will it makes any difference if my device is China but global miui rom?
Please i need help

salahomer said:
Is this non-CFW A10 recovery? Or CFW A10 recovery?
Thanks in advance
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Hi,
I'm new on xiaomi devices especially redmi note 8 pro, i read that this device is more likely to be brick and i want to install TWRP, root, custom roms and mods.
Can you help me with that, I'll be appreciated.
BTW, my device is global and I'm on miui global 11.0.5 (QGGMIXM)11.0.5.0, android 10 QP1A.190711.020 and unlocked bootloader.
Thanks in advance for your help.
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If you want to flash custom ROMs, you'll need to follow this thread.
Read the thread carefully and please ask questions there, I have no experience with custom ROM on this device.

General New OP9P update

Just downloaded full zip update for the OP9P Global vLE2125_11.C.44_1440_2022201182114

I have a question... I have 2123 not 2125. Previous i have c38 eu but now I just update to c40 global and next c44 thought the updater. I need to re root I need to install install the boot.img from global? In the info my device is still 2123

Nope. You are good

Poloasis said:
Just downloaded full zip update for the OP9P Global vLE2125_11.C.44_1440_2022201182114
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I got that update as well. Is it Android 12 or still 11?
Thank you

netgar said:
I got that update as well. Is it Android 12 or still 11?
Thank you
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12

Just installed it. Looks like gcam access to all cameras is restored.

Poloasis said:
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Thank you. So I guess I can't just root as always.
Have you been able to root it?

I downloaded the update from oxygen updater.
OnePlus9ProOxygen_22.E.44_OTA_1440_all_2201182111_30de568cd.zip
I got the EU ver. When i update i wont stick. Still the same. What am i doing wrong?

alpadie said:
I downloaded the update from oxygen updater.
OnePlus9ProOxygen_22.E.44_OTA_1440_all_2201182111_30de568cd.zip
I got the EU ver. When i update i wont stick. Still the same. What am i doing wrong?
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Have u download the full zip? Your devices is rooted? If yes u need to restore stock boot.img and next install the update

davyleggend said:
Have u download the full zip? Your devices is rooted? If yes u need to restore stock boot.img and next install the update
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Yes the full zip. I have root. How do i restore boot.img? And I guess that means no more root. Do We have root for the new one?

alpadie said:
Yes the full zip. I have root. How do i restore boot.img? And I guess that means no more root. Do We have root for the new one?
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Open magisk and uninstall next local upgrade. For re root i'm waiting because I don't know what boot.img i need to flash. Probably i make it by my self.

davyleggend said:
Open magisk and uninstall next local upgrade. For re root i'm waiting because I don't know what boot.img i need to flash. Probably i make it by my self.
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Okej thanks for the info. I'l will wait for when we have root

Installed C.44 EU over C.38 EU using local update app, latest Magisk Alpha, and keep root using the Magisk OTA option before rebooting after the update.
No need to unroot to upgrade

i went from c.39 to c.40 the day before yesterday. i used mlgmxyysd's tool to flash c39's stock images to the device then updated through the updater.
found the flashed boot image, flashed it (just like the old way, fastboot flash boot.img).
i then installed c.44 ota, went to magisk, installed it to the inactive slot, rebooted, and it ran fine.
with magisk alpha, you don't need the toolbox anymore (i believe)

Anyone have problem with haptics on c44? Haptics feedback is just missing on some menu actions.

Looks like an issue with work profile. Work apps such as MS Teams forces closed and an 'IT doesn't allow multiple users' toast notification pops up. Dang!

Damn... I better stay with A11

I have notification of update to le2123 have not updated yet
Any users any issues with certain apps android auto, Spotify etc
Use phone for work and don't want to feck it up

funkyirishman said:
I have notification of update to le2123 have not updated yet
Any users any issues with certain apps android auto, Spotify etc
Use phone for work and don't want to feck it up
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If you're using a work profile you're more than likely going to run into bother. I do and intune won't install company policy certificate in the work profile rendering it useless

hallo dare said:
If you're using a work profile you're more than likely going to run into bother. I do and intune won't install company policy certificate in the work profile rendering it useless
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I don't have a work profile but use certain apps like ms authentication and rsa secure I'd to log in

Question Are the newer US ver still allowing,rooth with TWRP?

Seeing a lot of issues with Android 11 and 12 unlocking the bootloader and applying root. Is now not a good time to upgrade or should I wait for a boot image?

Not quite sure what you're referring to, but there are zero issues with unlocking the bootloader or rooting your device...

I can't speak for TWRP. I have had issues with it the last few versions so I had to make due without it. If I am mistaken about having twrp on the OP9 Pro on the newest LE2125 c61 update, I'd be interested.
Anyway, my response is mostly to address your question regarding root. Here are the steps that worked for me.
[OnePlus 9 Pro][ROM][OTA][Oxygen OS] Repo of Oxygen OS Builds
As OnePlus doesn't always provide download links for all of their OxygenOS ROMs & OTA update zips, we've created an index to put the links in one post so that they're easy to find. Note: This is not a support thread for issues you may have with...
forum.xda-developers.com

I have been rooted since day one on both A11 & A12. I'm running stock and haven't had a single issue.
Avoid TWRP, it's known to not work properly on A12
If you like to flash a custom ROM. Follow the instructions and you will be fine.

I am coming off the oneplus 7pro was enjoying TWRP and Magisk, with Exposed now I am hearing TWRP isn't working on anything above 10.0 ver. Guess I have to do so more research or pay Monfrio a ransom to work on TWRP.

intense21 said:
I am coming off the oneplus 7pro was enjoying TWRP and Magisk, with Exposed now I am hearing TWRP isn't working on anything above 10.0 ver. Guess I have to do so more research or pay Monfrio a ransom to work on TWRP.
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there is no need for TWRP...

Smedslund said:
I have been rooted since day one on both A11 & A12. I'm running stock and haven't had a single issue.
Avoid TWRP, it's known to not work properly on A12
If you like to flash a custom ROM. Follow the instructions and you will be fine.
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How do you root without twrp? or you mean to just boot twrp and not install it?

CtrlValCanc said:
How do you root without twrp? or you mean to just boot twrp and not install it?
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Use Magisk, patch bootimg , install and reboot.
Read this usefull guide.

Smedslund said:
Use Magisk, patch bootimg , install and reboot.
Read this usefull guide.
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thank you, i couldn't find what boot.img to download (and how), but this guide has already all!

CtrlValCanc said:
thank you, i couldn't find what boot.img to download (and how), but this guide has already all!
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I always just sideload. (downdload magisk apk & rename to zip before)
this way you do not need the extra boot.img I think.

vincemue said:
I always just sideload. (downdload magisk apk & rename to zip before)
this way you do not need the extra boot.img I think.
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could you explain better? I never used sideload before. What commands do you use?

CtrlValCanc said:
could you explain better? I never used sideload before. What commands do you use?
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If you want to install any add-ons, Reboot to Recovery, then when your device reboots, click Apply Update, then Apply from ADB, then adb sideload filename.zip those packages in sequence. (GAPPS or Magisk for example)
for example for magisk:
download the newest magisk apk version
after download, rename it and instead of .apk do it .zip
go into revovery and click Apply Update, then Apply from ADB
command is : "adb sideload Magisk-v2X.X.zip"
you must exchange X for your version.
Boot images gets patched
please note that I am not an expert, that is just what I found somewhere and use since then.
if you need more information you could also check the install instructions for lineageOS to get to know some basics: https://wiki.lineageos.org/devices/lemonadep/install