Hi,
My device is SM-G531F(SAMSUNG GALAXY GRAND PRIME)
Since this device is running on Android 5.1.1 Lollipop version,I wanted to upgrade it to atleast to Android Marshmallow.
For that,i wanted to install lineageos13 or above if available for my device.
Device is rooted,verified by root checker app.TWRP is installed.
But i couldnt figure out how to unlock bootloader for samsung.ADB command will not work.because when i type adb reboot bootloader, device will restart normally.I only know how to enter download mode or recovery mode.Is there any free working tool which can unlock bootloader?.If so,plz sent zip file here.i dont wish to be redirected to other websites because they look dangerous.
Is there any bootloader unlock file which i can flash on my phone(sm-g531f) by using Odin?
Otherwise let me know if i can flash similar device but different model firmware.for example,can i flash SM-G530H for SM-G531F device?so that i can unlock bootloader by flashing cf-autoroot file.
Or can i flash LineageOS13 without unlocking bootloader?
Or can I flash Android 6 0r or above firmware which is somewhat similar to SM-g531f.
Thanks in advance for all efforts made to answer the above questions.
@KhaledMAQ
Test whether phone's boot-loader can get unlocked
Code:
adb devices
adb shell "getprop ro.oem_unlock_supported"
If value returned is 1 then it's possible, otherwise not.
Guys!No need to unlock bootloader or root
I was fed up of unlocking bootloader.Therefore I went into download mode and installed TWRP.Then after moving the zip files (lineageos13 and GApps) to device storage,I went into Twrp recovery mode and wiped system,data,cache,dalvik and then installed LineageOS13 and Gapps file.Thanks to Nemirtingas. Link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/grand-prime/development/lineageos-13-0-grand-prime-velte-t3874411 . But the his Gapps file wasnt working so i downloaded it from official site.
Well,it worked on my Samsung device SM-G531F(GALAXY GRAND PRIME VE) .I was happy to get Android 6.1.1 version on my device which was actually 5.1.1 before.
Thanks for the files that were posted on xda forums.
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Recently I attempted to root my Nexus 9 (running 6.0.1, latest OTA update) using this guide: phandroid.com/2014/11/05/how-to-root-nexus-9
It didn't go so well and I ended up in a bootloop after completing the steps. I managed to resolve this by following the steps on the Google Developer Factory Images page using the latest Nexus 9 (Wi-Fi only) image (I did not re-lock the bootloader, however).
After this, the device booted fine, however it is not rooted (apps cannot get root access and rootchecker and supersu both state that it is not rooted). I would appreciate some help here, as I am not sure where I went wrong (for example does flashing the factory image de-root?) or how to gain root from here. Most of the guides I have seen are for android 5.0, and I am not sure if the software used/linked is still compatible. I am not planning on moving away from stock android on this device, so a custom recovery is not necessary for me, and most guides include installing CWM or TWRP (I'm not against this, I just figured it's not necessary.)
If anyone could link any guides that are still valid (or tell me what to do) it would be much appreciated!
That guide is way out of date and links you to wrong files. Flashing factory images will remove root.
Get latest TWRP image .
Boot your device to bootloader mode. Attach to PC issue this comand "fastboot boot <name of twrp.img>".
Have latest supersu.zip on your device before hand. Use the Temporarily booted TWRP to install that zip.
corkiejp said:
That guide is way out of date and links you to wrong files. Flashing factory images will remove root.
Get latest TWRP image .
Boot your device to bootloader mode. Attach to PC issue this comand "fastboot boot <name of twrp.img>".
Have latest supersu.zip on your device before hand. Use the Temporarily booted TWRP to install that zip.
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Thanks! I've just gotten around to following your instructions, and that was totally painless. Much simpler and faster than anything I found elsewhere, too (Guess all the guides I found were hopelessly outdated).
Will this method work for all current devices (assuming I have the correct TWRP, of course)?
@Sithon
Should work with most nexus devices.
Other devices may have locked bootloaders and need different methods to root. Check the device forum.
i have a kindle hdx 7 3rd gen 4.5.5.2 rooted with kingroot, my goal is to install custom rom like lineage 14 or one with android 6.0 or higher, i did the root with kingroot, then i generated the unlock file, then i flashed with fastboot the aboot_vuln.mbn file then my mistake i flashed with fastboot thor-twrp-3.0.3-1.img (has to be unlocked first) the i tried to unlock the bootloader and there was no fastboot driver, i know that i should flashed this file twrp_cubed.img and then unlock, know i can boot to recovery and seems to be working fine, but how can i flash twrp_cubed.img, i can boot to fastboot but my pc doed not recognize the driver, can i install another rom that does not need bootloader unlocked and the flash with rom manager apk this file twrp_cubed.img and the unlock and continue with my goal help please
machigaeru1 said:
i have a kindle hdx 7 3rd gen 4.5.5.2 rooted with kingroot, my goal is to install custom rom like lineage 14 or one with android 6.0 or higher, i did the root with kingroot, then i generated the unlock file, then i flashed with fastboot the aboot_vuln.mbn file then my mistake i flashed with fastboot thor-twrp-3.0.3-1.img (has to be unlocked first) the i tried to unlock the bootloader and there was no fastboot driver, i know that i should flashed this file twrp_cubed.img and then unlock, know i can boot to recovery and seems to be working fine, but how can i flash twrp_cubed.img, i can boot to fastboot but my pc doed not recognize the driver, can i install another rom that does not need bootloader unlocked and the flash with rom manager apk this file twrp_cubed.img and the unlock and continue with my goal help please
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There are several ways to skin this cat; two possibles solution are shown below; both assume you have access to a working build of TWRP (version is irrelevant)
Option #1
- boot into TWRP
- tether device and test if adb server responds
- if no proceed to option #2
- otherwise follow step #2 from this post to reflash aboot and twrp
Option #2
- boot into TWRP
- tether device and transfer Nexus ROM KTU84U (KitKat based) to internal storage
- wipe system, data, cache and dalvik partitions from advanced wipe menu
- install Nexus and reboot device
- once ROM boots follow step #2 from this post to reflash aboot and twrp
Davey126 said:
There are several ways to skin this cat; two possibles solution are shown below; both assume you have access to a working build of TWRP (version is irrelevant)
Option #1
- boot into TWRP
- tether device and test if adb server responds
- if no proceed to option #2
- otherwise follow step #2 from this post to reflash aboot and twrp
Option #2
- boot into TWRP
- tether device and transfer Nexus ROM KTU84U (KitKat based) to internal storage
- wipe system, data, cache and dalvik partitions from advanced wipe menu
- install Nexus and reboot device
- once ROM boots follow step #2 from this post to reflash aboot and twrp
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i tried to flash the nexus rom using install option from twrp an i got this error no MD5 file found cant install this pacage (Mon 17 oct 13:32:45 BST 2016 over newer build (Tue 20 Dec 13:57:49 GMT 2016)
updater process ended with error 7
error installing zip file /sdcard/download/kk-fire-nexus-rom-thor-201617.zip
machigaeru1 said:
i tried to flash the nexus rom using install option from twrp an i got this error no MD5 file found cant install this pacage (Mon 17 oct 13:32:45 BST 2016 over newer build (Tue 20 Dec 13:57:49 GMT 2016)
updater process ended with error 7
error installing zip file /sdcard/download/kk-fire-nexus-rom-thor-201617.zip
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Likely due to TWRP 3.0.3 which has issues flashing certain ROMs. Did you try option #1? ADB capabilities are integrated into TWRP v3. You could also try flashing CM 11 which seems to be more tolerant of TWRP 3.0.2/3.0.3 weirdness. You'll need to include a GAaps package and SuperSU (use this build) with CM 11; see OP for details.
If neither of these options work we can try a different ROM (albeit untested w/locked bootloader) or update the recovery partition from fastboot. The latter will require fiddling with drivers on the host machine which you previously indicated was problematic. Same with unlocking the bootloader assuming you saved the unlock file.
i cant access adb shell, i have the unlock file but with out adb functionality, the rom CM 11 needs a unlock bootloader, can i flash it with out the unlocked bootloader ?
machigaeru1 said:
i cant access adb shell, i have the unlock file but with out adb functionality, the rom CM 11 needs a unlock bootloader, can i flash it with out the unlocked bootloader ?
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Linked CM 11 build does not require an unlocked bootloader.
Davey126 said:
Linked CM 11 build does not require an unlocked bootloader.
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this is from the link
General Information
- This ROM is for all variants of the 3rd generation Kindle HDX tablets.
- This is primarily for users of Safestrap 4.0.1, however
- This will also work on devices with TWRP however you must also unlock your bootloader.
machigaeru1 said:
this is from the link
General Information
- This ROM is for all variants of the 3rd generation Kindle HDX tablets.
- This is primarily for users of Safestrap 4.0.1, however
- This will also work on devices with TWRP however you must also unlock your bootloader.
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Dude - you're fine. If you want to challenge great. I'm trying to help you out of a pickle of your own doing - not justify the validity of my posts. If uncomfortable flashing CM 11 roll up your sleeves and get fastboot drivers installed/working on your host. Then unlock the bootloader and reflash TWRP.
machigaeru1 said:
this is from the link
General Information
- This ROM is for all variants of the 3rd generation Kindle HDX tablets.
- This is primarily for users of Safestrap 4.0.1, however
- This will also work on devices with TWRP however you must also unlock your bootloader.
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i am going to flahsed to see what hapens
it worked, so know to flash the twrp_cubed.img can i use rom manager ?, thanxs for all of your help
machigaeru1 said:
it worked, so know to flash the twrp_cubed.img can i use rom manager ?, thanxs for all of your help
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Two options:
#1 - follow instructions (step #2) in unlock thread (code block)
#2 - grab Flashify from here and use it to install the desired build of TWRP (no tether required)
Also suggest you issue the following adb commands in advance and record the results somewhere; these codes can be used to create an unlock sequence for your device in case the previously generated unlock file is invalid:
adb shell cat /sys/block/mmcblk0/device/manfid
adb shell cat /sys/block/mmcblk0/device/serial​
we did it, thanks so much, my bootloader is unlocked thanks to you, now i am testing lineage 14, and i am very happy, tanks again for your time
machigaeru1 said:
we did it, thanks so much, my bootloader is unlocked thanks to you, now i am testing lineage 14, and i am very happy, tanks again for your time
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Great! Glad it worked out. As for 'credits' I'm just a humble messenger. Kudos to @ONYXis, @draxie, @ggow, @Hashcode and several others who are the real brains behind the show.
Enjoy your liberated HDX!
Hi
I don't know where to publish this thread cause there is no Zenfone 3 Zoom Section
So I will write it here till the moderators make the section
This thread is method for changing the stock ROM from Chinese version to worldwide version
NOTE : You can't flash ww ROM from TWRP even if you change the Updater script , also it can't be flashed from ASUS flashtool. [ I attached photos for it ]
Required things :
1- Unlocked Bootloader | you can Download the unlock app from herehttps://ln.sync.com/dl/be16e9f30/h5hsy3iq-ruag2n8n-v293cg8a-wi29bypk
2- adb & fastboot drivers | download it from here
3- WW ROM | from here
** You have to make a backup for your data cause your device will be wiped .
Steps :
1- Unlock the bootloader .
2- Install the adb & fastboot drivers on your PC
3- extract the ROM file [ will have a lot of files , you only need System.img and boot.img]
4- copy System.img and boot.img to adb&fastboot folder
5- open command Prompt
6- put your devices in fastboot mode [ restart your device then press the Vol.Up button and choose fastboot]
7- enter these commands in cmd :
fastboot flash boot boot.img
fastboot flash system system.img
fastboot format userdata
fastboot reboot
8- enjoy your new ww rom
** if you want to flash twrp then >>
1- install it from here
2- enter fastboot mode
3- in cmd , write this command
fastboot flash recovery twrp.img
DONE
photos attached for
battery Status after installing WW ROM
difference between the WB in WW ROM and CN ROM
The errors shown when flashing WW ROM from TWRP or asus flashtool
Nice guide
awesome
I know this isn't the thread for it... but there is no forum for the ZenFone 3 Zoom.
I have US model and I've unlocked the bootloader, installed TWRP, rooted.
I want to install rom update that was just released last week. It obviously doesn't flash in TWRP. I also can't unzip it without corruption errors. Redownloaded the ROM multiple times from ASUS.
I assume to update stock rom with an unlocked Bootloader we'll need stock recovery??
DriveEuro said:
I have US model and I've unlocked the bootloader, installed TWRP, rooted.
I want to install rom update that was just released last week.
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How did you do the rooting? No issues so far? Is there a guide somewhere you followed?
calus said:
How did you do the rooting? No issues so far? Is there a guide somewhere you followed?
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Use the bootloader unlock.
Install TWRP.
Install SuperSU zip file.
DriveEuro said:
Use the bootloader unlock.
Install TWRP.
Install SuperSU zip file.
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And where was that twrp install originally from? I haven't found an image for this model specifically.
Also, does this bootloader unlock still allow the pushed OS updates from ASUS? Want to make sure I can get Nougat when it comes out!
Hey guys,
I need some help. I installed the apk to unlock the bootloader and my phone was fine, but after flashing twrp and installing the zip for supersu via twrp, my phone has been stuck on the boot screen. Now it says "The dm verity is not started in enforcing mode and may not work properly" when booting up. I can get back into twrp, and I've tried wiping the dalvik/art cache, system, data, and cache, but my phone still won't boot up. It's stuck on the ASUS boot screen, and I have no idea what to do now. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
magicmanfk said:
And where was that twrp install originally from? I haven't found an image for this model specifically.
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https://www.asus.com/zentalk/tw/thread-222337-1-1.html
Use google translate.
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magicmanfk said:
Also, does this bootloader unlock still allow the pushed OS updates from ASUS? Want to make sure I can get Nougat when it comes out!
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No. The last update WW_V11.41.87.2 is not available for my OTA. I can download the zip though and flash. I haven't actually attempted to do this yet. I plan to flash it today. Not sure if I'll be able to do it through twrp, or if I'll have to flash back the stock recovery first.
So does this change the bands available with it? I have the WW ROM but want the additional bands the US ROM has.
why I only have system.new.dat where can i get the system.img? thank you
How did you get on with flashing the update... did you have to revert to stock recovery and if so which did you use? Thanks for your help with this.
Can I ask where/how you got the stock ROM? I'd like to make sure that these are updated/available somewhere for people on this device to use as needed, and ASUS seems to only have the updates on their website.
Is it possible to relock bootloader after converting to WW?
I'm interested in this phone. Do you know if this one is going to be shipped later this year with Snapdragon 630?. I hear something similar in a YouTube video.
JERRYZKT said:
Is it possible to relock bootloader after converting to WW?
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Once the bootloader is unlocked it can't be relocked.
I cant find the images in the folder - are they named differently?
Already I convert CN to WW successfully. Thanks for your post . But , I want to update Nougat WW rom. Please help me boss..... I am student and ZenFone 3 Zoom is my favorite phone. Please do something for me .......
???
How can I update Nougat on ZenFone 3 Zoom.....??? Please help me .......
The root programs either don't work or are run by
extremely shady companies like KingoRoot. If I ask something here, no one answer or I get incomplete answers.
There's contradictory information everywhere, like I heard I need root to be able to install a custom recovery.
And I heard I need to install the custom recovery to be able to root. Wtf?
Even the guys who create the programs like Clockworkmod provide no info, where is clockwork recovery?
Why is it conspicuously missing from the creator's website? Why does TWRP also provide no info on their website?
Is this some conspiracy to keep rooting out of the reach of anyone but the android elite?
I have seriously never seen such a frustrating mess in my entire career in IT of over 20 years.
Because the software rooting method is find security hole on device an exploit it. But Google has strengthened the security that was first put in place in Lollipop, essentially making it unfeasible to launch the su daemon with the required permissions just by modifying the /system partition. So only Systemless Root method will work on Marshmallow or above.
For how to root Marshmallow device, I suggest you to take a look at SuperSU forum.
Hope this help you
EXA Lab said:
Because the software rooting method is find security hole on device an exploit it. But Google has strengthened the security that was first put in place in Lollipop, essentially making it unfeasible to launch the su daemon with the required permissions just by modifying the /system partition. So only Systemless Root method will work on Marshmallow or above.
For how to root Marshmallow device, I suggest you to take a look at SuperSU forum.
Hope this help you
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Thanks a lot! Could you tell me do I need to root it before I can flash a custom recovery like TWRP or Clockwork Recovery or can I flash those with fastboot regardless of the the tablet being rooted?
I was able to unlock the bootloader.
androidferret said:
Thanks a lot! Could you tell me do I need to root it before I can flash a custom recovery like TWRP or Clockwork Recovery or can I flash those with fastboot regardless of the the tablet being rooted?
I was able to unlock the bootloader.
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If you are using fastboot, you don't need to worry about root.
You can flash recovery with fastboot.
androidferret said:
Thanks a lot! Could you tell me do I need to root it before I can flash a custom recovery like TWRP or Clockwork Recovery or can I flash those with fastboot regardless of the the tablet being rooted?
I was able to unlock the bootloader.
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If you have a device with unlocked bootloader, then rooting it is easy.
First what you need to prepare:
1. A PC that have adb and fastboot installed
2. A custom recovery that match your device (TWRP Recovery for example)
3.. Enable the Usb Debugging on your device
How to:
1. Connect your PC and device with cable
2. Open cmd and enter this command:
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
3.Once your device boots into bootloader mode, enter this command:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery \Path-where-you-stored-the-twrp-file\twrp.img
4. Once TWRP is successfully flashed on your device, run the following command:
Code:
fastboot reboot
After that, you can boot into twrp recovery and install the SuperSU zip file to root the device.
Thats it, the usual way to root an android device. But if your device brand is Samsung, you have to flash recovery throught odin.
Hope this solve your problem.
EXA Lab said:
If you have a device with unlocked bootloader, then rooting it is easy.
First what you need to prepare:
1. A PC that have adb and fastboot installed
2. A custom recovery that match your device (TWRP Recovery for example)
3.. Enable the Usb Debugging on your device
How to:
1. Connect your PC and device with cable
2. Open cmd and enter this command:
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
3.Once your device boots into bootloader mode, enter this command:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery \Path-where-you-stored-the-twrp-file\twrp.img
4. Once TWRP is successfully flashed on your device, run the following command:
Code:
fastboot reboot
After that, you can boot into twrp recovery and install the SuperSU zip file to root the device.
Thats it, the usual way to root an android device. But if your device brand is Samsung, you have to flash recovery throught odin.
Hope this solve your problem.
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You must be one of those Android elite he was talking about.
ninjasinabag said:
You must be one of those Android elite he was talking about.
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lol not really, just a simple android lover
EXA Lab said:
lol not really, just a simple android lover
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Thanks EXA Lab I really appreciate your help, but I have a local/generic brand device (SPC purchased in Spain)
It's not an international brand so there are no custom recoveries for it. Is there anything I can do in this case?
What is the name of your device?
gb_14 said:
What is the name of your device?
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It's this:
SPC Glow 10.1 3G 3.1
SKU 9765108B
Designed in Europe, Assembled in China.
spc-universe.com
Smart Products Connection S.A.
androidferret said:
It's this:
SPC Glow 10.1 3G 3.1
SKU 9765108B
Designed in Europe, Assembled in China.
spc-universe.com
Smart Products Connection S.A.
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The only way for you to try is to use some one-click root tool like KingRoot or something.
i have an Samsung Galaxy A01 SM-A015M with stock rom, i already tried what I could find on the internet, activated the oem unlock, restarted the device in download mode, I hit the key to unlock the bootloader, my cell phone was formatted, I did all the steps, I activated the developer settings again, and the option "oem unlock" was still active, supposedly it should appear grayed, I tried to install twrp and it didn't work, I tried to install magisk from Odin and it didn't work either, the download mode kept telling me that the bootloader was locked, I don't know what else to do!
sorry for the bad english, i'm using Google Translate
@bautifacha
Look inside here
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@bautifacha
Look inside here
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I already tried that guide, it won't let me install the CROM Service apk, i went to other pages and it tells me the same thing "This application was not installed".
I also tried the Gearallnews "How To Unlock Bootloader On Samsung Galaxy A01 – OEM Unlock!" guide, and it didn't work either.
Now I am trying to install windows 7 (Because supposedly windows 10 has problems with fastboot, I tried and adb detected it but not fastboot, I already have all the drivers fine) in virtualbox to use fastboot on my a01, to try to unlock the bootloader from there.
I already installed twrp to many cell phones and something like this had never happened to me.
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ROOT WITH MAGISK 23 WORKING 100% ON ANDROID 11 JUST UPGRADE UNLOCK BOOTLOADER AND FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION GUIDE https://topjohnwu.github.io/Magisk/install.html
Hello,
Finally, I can unlock the bootloader, flash twrp and root my Samsung Galaxy A01 (a01q) (SM-A015M).
All I need is just update to Android 11 and then I can unlock the bootloader and flash the magisk patched boot.img together the patched vbmeta.img.
I can flash TWRP using the image file "TWRP_3.5.2_A015F.img" sent by @tariqa
How To Root Samsung A01 (a015f/DS)
Hello, I want to ask how to root samsung galaxy a01 (a015f) , i want to instal f.lux for better blue light filter, Thanks!
forum.xda-developers.com
Thank you very much
1. Unlock your bootloader enter in download mode Vol+ + Vol- + USB conected to pc (Keep in mind that by doing this you will lose your files, it is advisable to make a backup of your photos, music, etc.)
2. Once you start your cell phone install magisk manager, Choosing the boot.img file of your rom into the app (Tip: Only!!! If your model is SM-A015M Android 11 I leave you my own modified boot.img to flash:
File on MEGA
mega.nz
Otherwise, you can download the firmware (3.79 gb) and extract the boot.img from the firmware of your model SM-A015 M / F ... Android 10, Android 11... etc. And No need for pc
https://samfrew.com/model/SM-A015M/
3. The image will begin to flash
4. When it restarts you will have Root on the cell phone!
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Extra: If you need the custom recovery I give you the link with my TWRP which is installed through the Odin program on a PC (this step does not delete your files)
File on MEGA
mega.nz
Keep in mind that to install TWRP you must deactivate the DM-VERITY & FORCEENCRYPT DISABLER I leave it in a link:
Zackptg5 - Android
zackptg5.com
This is a module that can be installed via magisk, which is necessary to decrypt the system ... so once TWRP is installed, it is advisable to uninstall it via Magisk to avoid R / W errors