Rooting guide for NOTE 20 series *super nooooob friendly*
Requirements - Brain, note 20, working data cable, windows laptop/ PC, magisk manager, 7Z, Firmware of note 20.
Part A
Bootloader unlocking -
1. Enable OEM unlock under developer options.
2. Turn off your NOTE 20 and make sure it is disconnected from charger or PC/ Laptop.
3. Hold volume up and volume down. While holding them connect your NOTE 20 to PC/ Laptop. When you see warning screen release both keys.
4. You should 3 options. Long press volume up until bootloader unlock prompt appears. Press volume up again to confirm bootloader unlock.
5. NOTE 20 will reset and reboot. Just setup device as usual. Bootloader is unlocked now.
This will trip knox so knox related features won't work and banking apps might not work as well.
PART B
Rooting -
1. Download appropirate firmware according to your current build number. You can check build number in settings > about > software information.
2. Extarct the downloaded firmware. You will see 4 files AP, BL, CP, CSC. Unzip AP file using 7Z 64 BIT.
3. Extracted AP will have several files. Look for boot.img.lz4 extract this file you will get boot.img
4. Install magisk manager ( canary recommended however 20.4 is also working ) on your NOTE 20, move boot.img to internal storage of NOTE 20.
5. Open magisk > click on install > select and patch file > find boot.img and select it. Wait for a while for magisk to patch it. When magisk says DONE you're good to go.
6. Go to internal storage of device > downloads/ download folder > look for magisk_patched.img copy this file to your PC.
7. Rename magisk_patched.img to boot.img and use 7Z to convert boot.img to boot.tar
8. Reboot device to download mode. ( ok this one is easy please google if you don't know how to boot your note 20 to download mode )
9. Open latest odin 3.14X under AP slot select the boot.tar ( created in step 7 ) under options is odin uncheck auto reboot and click on start. When ODIN says "PASS" in green disconnect NOTE 20 from PC.
10. Do it carefully > hold volume down + power until screen turn black. As soon as screen turn black release volume down and hold volume up + power when you see bootloader unlock warning/ samsung splash screen release powe but keep holding volume up until android recovery appears. If you don't see android recovery but you see options like recovery logs, try again, factory reset. That is fine just select factory reset confirm it and reboot device.
11. It will take 5-7 minutes to reboot. When you see setup screen setup device connect to wifi. Install magisk open it and allow additional setup device will reboot again don't worry.
12. After reboot open magisk you will have 2 green check marks.
13. Verify root with root checker. You're done.
Required files -
7Z
ODIN 3.14X
magisk manager ( canary or latest )
Is this for exynos or Qualcomm version?
I could not do root and unlock oem on the snapdragon note 20 5 g att version
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There is no oem lock /unlock key under the developer options on my note 20
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Did anyone get rooted on us unlocked Note 20 Ultra? If you did, could you enable eSim by changing the settings in CSC?
Thanks in advance
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housepabldroid said:
Is this for exynos or Qualcomm version?
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Exynos
hasim.kilic said:
I could not do root and unlock oem on the snapdragon note 20 5 g att version View attachment 5101753
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This method is not for snap
hasim.kilic said:
There is no oem lock /unlock key under the developer options on my note 20
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You may have to wait for kg status
eric6268 said:
Did anyone get rooted on us unlocked Note 20 Ultra? If you did, could you enable eSim by changing the settings in CSC?
Thanks in advance
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There is a paid service for bootloader unlocks. But that's it
housepabldroid said:
Is this for Exynos or Qualcomm version?
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Exynos of course
KRAZZIEBOY said:
Exynos of course
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What if u don't have a oem unlock? Note 10 exy
TheMadScientist said:
What if u don't have a oem unlock? Note 10 exy
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can't root without unlocking bootloader
What is kg status
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hasim.kilic said:
What is kg status
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Knox gaurd
---------- Post added at 05:54 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:52 PM ----------
So its come to my attention that even though I got a F dual sim model in the US since its subsidized payment services and knox are preventing me from achieving oem unlock on my device.
Hi,
I have a silly question, I am very familiar with rooting using Magisk. I am also familiar with flashing custom rom, but not using any Samsung official rom.
If I would unlock the bootloader + root as indicated, how do we manage the rom updates from Samsung? (I see there are hardly any custom roms now for those Note 20 devices).
Does it still work to update when any update is made available by Samsung? Is there any manual actions required? etc...
Tx
htchd2sucks said:
Hi,
I have a silly question, I am very familiar with rooting using Magisk. I am also familiar with flashing custom rom, but not using any Samsung official rom.
If I would unlock the bootloader + root as indicated, how do we manage the rom updates from Samsung? (I see there are hardly any custom roms now for those Note 20 devices).
Does it still work to update when any update is made available by Samsung? Is there any manual actions required? etc...
Tx
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No. You have to manually update and reroot. It's been like that since day 1 you can never update and be rooted
Wouldn't the Part B work on a Snapdragon after having the bootloader unlocked anyway?
Hi everyone
I have fully root on my N980F exynos.
Tutorial:
- https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-20-ultra/how-to/guide-how-to-root-n20-ultra-t4147023 . If you after unlocking bootloader DON NOT have OEM unlock grey out, do this: https://www.xda-developers.com/fix-...y-s9-samsung-galaxy-s8-samsung-galaxy-note-8/
and continuing.
I root my device, flashed everything, but can not start TWRP recovery. Reboot every time. I used stock recovery for now.
hasim.kilic said:
There is no oem lock /unlock key under the developer options on my note 20
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what is my rom binary?!
KRAZZIEBOY said:
Rooting guide for NOTE 20 series *super nooooob friendly*
Requirements - Brain, note 20, working data cable, windows laptop/ PC, magisk manager, 7Z, Firmware of note 20.
Part A
Bootloader unlocking -
1. Enable OEM unlock under developer options.
2. Turn off your NOTE 20 and make sure it is disconnected from charger or PC/ Laptop.
3. Hold volume up and volume down. While holding them connect your NOTE 20 to PC/ Laptop. When you see warning screen release both keys.
4. You should 3 options. Long press volume up until bootloader unlock prompt appears. Press volume up again to confirm bootloader unlock.
5. NOTE 20 will reset and reboot. Just setup device as usual. Bootloader is unlocked now.
This will trip knox so knox related features won't work and banking apps might not work as well.
PART B
Rooting -
1. Download appropirate firmware according to your current build number. You can check build number in settings > about > software information.
2. Extarct the downloaded firmware. You will see 4 files AP, BL, CP, CSC. Unzip AP file using 7Z 64 BIT.
3. Extracted AP will have several files. Look for boot.img.lz4 extract this file you will get boot.img
4. Install magisk manager ( canary recommended however 20.4 is also working ) on your NOTE 20, move boot.img to internal storage of NOTE 20.
5. Open magisk > click on install > select and patch file > find boot.img and select it. Wait for a while for magisk to patch it. When magisk says DONE you're good to go.
6. Go to internal storage of device > downloads/ download folder > look for magisk_patched.img copy this file to your PC.
7. Rename magisk_patched.img to boot.img and use 7Z to convert boot.img to boot.tar
8. Reboot device to download mode. ( ok this one is easy please google if you don't know how to boot your note 20 to download mode )
9. Open latest odin 3.14X under AP slot select the boot.tar ( created in step 7 ) under options is odin uncheck auto reboot and click on start. When ODIN says "PASS" in green disconnect NOTE 20 from PC.
10. Do it carefully > hold volume down + power until screen turn black. As soon as screen turn black release volume down and hold volume up + power when you see bootloader unlock warning/ samsung splash screen release powe but keep holding volume up until android recovery appears. If you don't see android recovery but you see options like recovery logs, try again, factory reset. That is fine just select factory reset confirm it and reboot device.
11. It will take 5-7 minutes to reboot. When you see setup screen setup device connect to wifi. Install magisk open it and allow additional setup device will reboot again don't worry.
12. After reboot open magisk you will have 2 green check marks.
13. Verify root with root checker. You're done.
Required files -
7Z
ODIN 3.14X
magisk manager ( canary or latest )
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Hi Krazzieboy. I was excited when I found your thread but disappointed with the lack of success everyone seems to have had with following your process. So, I wanted to ask exactly which model number and OS are you using with the Note20 Ultra 5G and where people could go to get the firmware. This would help clarify which version/model of this phone to get if someone (such as myself) wanted to get one of these. I just got a Motorola One 5G Ace and I hate it. I'd like to go back to a Samsung phone (my previous phone was a Note 4).
KRAZZIEBOY said:
Rooting guide for NOTE 20 series *super nooooob friendly*
Requirements - Brain, note 20, working data cable, windows laptop/ PC, magisk manager, 7Z, Firmware of note 20.
Part A
Bootloader unlocking -
1. Enable OEM unlock under developer options.
2. Turn off your NOTE 20 and make sure it is disconnected from charger or PC/ Laptop.
3. Hold volume up and volume down. While holding them connect your NOTE 20 to PC/ Laptop. When you see warning screen release both keys.
4. You should 3 options. Long press volume up until bootloader unlock prompt appears. Press volume up again to confirm bootloader unlock.
5. NOTE 20 will reset and reboot. Just setup device as usual. Bootloader is unlocked now.
This will trip knox so knox related features won't work and banking apps might not work as well.
PART B
Rooting -
1. Download appropirate firmware according to your current build number. You can check build number in settings > about > software information.
2. Extarct the downloaded firmware. You will see 4 files AP, BL, CP, CSC. Unzip AP file using 7Z 64 BIT.
3. Extracted AP will have several files. Look for boot.img.lz4 extract this file you will get boot.img
4. Install magisk manager ( canary recommended however 20.4 is also working ) on your NOTE 20, move boot.img to internal storage of NOTE 20.
5. Open magisk > click on install > select and patch file > find boot.img and select it. Wait for a while for magisk to patch it. When magisk says DONE you're good to go.
6. Go to internal storage of device > downloads/ download folder > look for magisk_patched.img copy this file to your PC.
7. Rename magisk_patched.img to boot.img and use 7Z to convert boot.img to boot.tar
8. Reboot device to download mode. ( ok this one is easy please google if you don't know how to boot your note 20 to download mode )
9. Open latest odin 3.14X under AP slot select the boot.tar ( created in step 7 ) under options is odin uncheck auto reboot and click on start. When ODIN says "PASS" in green disconnect NOTE 20 from PC.
10. Do it carefully > hold volume down + power until screen turn black. As soon as screen turn black release volume down and hold volume up + power when you see bootloader unlock warning/ samsung splash screen release powe but keep holding volume up until android recovery appears. If you don't see android recovery but you see options like recovery logs, try again, factory reset. That is fine just select factory reset confirm it and reboot device.
11. It will take 5-7 minutes to reboot. When you see setup screen setup device connect to wifi. Install magisk open it and allow additional setup device will reboot again don't worry.
12. After reboot open magisk you will have 2 green check marks.
13. Verify root with root checker. You're done.
Required files -
7Z
ODIN 3.14X
magisk manager ( canary or latest )
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I guess I should have said these are in files on my PC and it was emailing then to me to open on my phone. I'm sorry.
How can I extract the PDU files not and and MMS and then once they are extracted and readable I can then email then to my phone
hey.
when i extract the img file, it is only 1kb, anf the magisk is failing to patch it.
am i missing something?
Hello everyone.
Small Intro:
So, I bought Note 10 [Exynos] N970F. I wanted to use custom rom on it. I tried both Dr. Ketan's ROM and 420 Rom. Both of these roms were surely amazing and Dr. Ketan's rooting guide really helped in rooting and all things. Such a kind person to help for new comer.
As there are only these two roms at the moment and AOSP roms are either not available or very old with incomplete guide to flash. So after trying many different ways for flashing Generic System image (GSI) for my device. After series of failures, bootloops as I surely found some method to actually install GSI on N970F
Tested GSI
Havoc 3.8
Descendants
CrDroid v222 200816
Type of GSI to Use for our device:
ARM64-AB (As known as ARM64-bvN)
What's working:
Sim/IRC
Calls
Data/4g
Bluetooth
Wifi
Camera
Storage
Sensors
NFC/Location/Hotspot
Bugs:
MTP/USB connection not working
FingerPrint not working with Descendants Rom
(Can't confirm any further bugs. If you found please report so I can update thread)
Don't do anything without reading 4th Post (Disclaimer)
Your phone's internal storage will be wiped, deleting all of your data so make a backup
Prep:
1: Download firmware for your phone (Extract firmware and copy AP file to phone)
Either Use Frija or This website (Make account here, connect to GDrive and you can download from google server or IDM. Fast, Resume)
2: Download TWRP for your phone (It is better to have TWRP based on same base as is your phone's firmware download)
See here for TWRP (Usually has updated twrp) or see telegram of developer
(Extract twrp zip to have recovery.img. If it has different name, save it as "recovery.img", We will call it twrp-recovery.
3: Download Magisk Manager, install on phone
4: Patch AP file you copied to phone with Magisk Manager (Run magisk manager, --Install --> Select & Patch file --> Select AP)
A new file "Magisk-Patched.tar" will be saved in download folder. Copy it to PC. We will call it Patched-AP.
5: Open Patched-AP with 7-Zip. You should see files in it. (There should be a recovery.img in it) Now drag & drop twrp-recovery to 7-Zip window open Patched-AP. Wait for process, as it will replace stock recovery with twrp recovery. We now have an AP file with magisk & TWRP pre-patched.
Now we will use this updated Patched-AP
6: Download Latest Multi-disable from here
7: Download your desired GSI. Havoc GSI, CrDroid GSI, Descendants,Others
(Download ARM64-AB or ARM64-bVN) If you want Google apps it is better to download GSI with built-in GAPSS.
Steps to Follow:
(Enable USB Debugging on your phone, Turn on OEM Unlock option in developers option)
1: First Unlock Bootloader of your device (Boot to download mode-- Power off, Volume up + volume down and connect to pc)
2: Follow on-screen instructions to unlock bootloader (While in download mode -- long press volume up for unlock area, volume up to unlock)
Info: Now phone will do wipe and you should be back into system. Now due to some Samsung restriction, you must enable USB debugging again & see OEM unlock check if greyed out (untouchable). (You must do it as system gives download mode a signal to prevent issue with custom files flashing)
3: Boot to download mode, Press volume up. Connect to PC.
4: Run Odin, Select files, AP as Patched-UP we created, CSC as Home-CSC, CP and bootloader that your extracted.
(Uncheck auto-reboot in odin)
5: Start Flashing, wait for it to pass. Now we will boot to recovery from here
6: To boot into recovery, first we should exit download mode then boot to recovery during that process.
First Hold volume down + Power --> wait for screen to go black--> as soon as screen goes black--> leave all buttons --> now press Volume UP + Power --> Keep pressing until you boot into TWRP recovery.
7: Now Swipe to allow modifications --> Wipe --> Format Data --> type "yes" --> swipe. Wait for Wipe.
8: Now Click reboot --> Reboot to Recovery. Wait for Phone to boot back into TWRP recovery.
9: Again Swipe to allow modification. Connect to PC & Copy the Multi-Disable to phone.
10: Install Multi-Disabler --> Install --> Select Multi-Disable --> Swipe to flash. Wait for it. Reboot again to recovery.
11: Copy your downloaded GSI img to Phone. Select Wipe and do a factory reset.
12: Install GSI --> Install --> Select IMG --> Click on GSI image --> Select System partition to flash. It takes few seconds.
13: Now Reboot to System.
Phone Should be booted into new GSI installed
Credits:
IanMacD for Multidisable, TWRP
Dr.Ketan for excellent guides & such helpfulness
TopJohnWu for Magisk, patched AP
Respective GSI teams for their hard work
Reservation
2nd Reservation
Disclaimer:
Before proceeding, remember I’m not responsible for anything bad happened to your device by following this or any of my guide. I’m just trying to help. So always do it on your own risk…
Don’t blame me or Any other developer.
All tools here are developed by different personalities. I’m just providing a guide on using these tool. Always say thanks to me and them. And If possible, donate them. They really deserve it.
Thank you. Can i install on note 10 5G korea (N971N) with this method?
can i use this method with N971N ?
Hi there,
I haven't found much information regarding the Canadian variant of the A52 5G yet, sorry.
I'd assume that the Canadian bootloader is already unlocked to begin with (Carrier is Koodo. I know my older Koodo Galaxy S4 I337 was never locked as well) ? I do not see the OEM Unlock option, even when I bump the date by 7 days from now on.
This would mean that I could simply proceed and patch the boot to install Magisk? Has anyone succeeded yet on the Canadian variant?
Thank you, appreciated,
Ryola said:
This will erase your phone's data so backup first
This will trip knox and prevent alot of samsung apps working
Unlocking Bootloader
1. Enable OEM unlocking in developer options
2. Turn phone off
3. Plug a usb into pc but not phone
4. Hold vol up and down and plug usb into phone
5. Wait for green screen and follow instructions to unlock bootloader (as follows)
5.5. Long press vol up on green screen then press vol up again
Installing magisk
1. Download your firmware from the internet
2. Extract the AP tar.md5 file
3. Place file on root of phone
4. Download and install Magisk (I used Canary)
5. Make sure connected to internet
6. Open Magisk and press the top install (Manager not the app install)
7. Select Install > Select and Patch a File and select the AP file you put on the phone
8. Wait for it to patch and create a new file
9. Find the new file, usually called magisk_patched in your downloads folder, but Magisk would have said what and where on the patching screen when done
10. In Odin flash this new AP file
11. If needed reinstall Magisk app, open it and let it update
To get saftey net to pass I had to use The universal saftey net magisk module found somewhere on this site. I can find it later if needed
Those are the steps I did, hope it helps
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EDIT: Seems like I'm mistaken and I need to pay and unlock anyway I believe: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...unlock-for-samsung-us-canada-devices.4215101/
Here i don't have any long list of word so sorry if someone not understand but ,guide is understandable for average person
you need Odin in pc and internet for some stuff!
First toggle OEM unlock in Developer option
Second download root File in pc
let's move to device and unlock bootloader in download mode
After bootloader unlock your data erased and device restart you need to forcebly put in Dwonload mode
Convert boot.img.lz4 to boot.tar .tar extension using 7zip
Open odin select boot.tar in AP section
then press start ,your device restart and turn-on auto
if device restat rendomly then wipe data in recovery if not Flash that firmware A022G-u2 then try
Note
This root for Android 10 user if your device is on android 11 then download Android 10 link up flash that then try works!
Here's a simple guide on how to root a Moto X40/Edge 40 Pro for those who need root on their phones:
1. Download and install Motorola USB drivers here:
Where can I download the USB drivers for my device?| Motorola Support US
Visit the customer support page to view user guides, FAQs, bluetooth pairing, software downloads, drivers, tutorials and to get repair and contact us information.Where can I download the USB drivers for my device?
en-us.support.motorola.com
2. Download and install Minimal ADB and Fastboot:
[TOOL]Minimal ADB and Fastboot [2-9-18]
Introduction ADB and Fastboot are arguably two of the most indispensable tools used when working with Android devices. If you really want to modify, debug, and tweak along with their countless uses in rooting, and other procedures ADB and...
forum.xda-developers.com
3. Download the ROM file and extract the init_boot.img file:
https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/motorola/rtwo_retcn/official/RETCN/ (if you are running CN ROM)
https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/motorola/rtwo/official/RETEU/ (if you are running EU ROM, or if you have converted your X40 to Edge 40 Pro)
4. Unlock bootloader through this site:
https://en-us.support.motorola.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/87215/~/what-devices-are-supported-by-the-bootloader-unlock-program?
Make sure to enable OEM unlocking through developer settings before unlocking the bootloader
Note: this will erase all data on your device, so take a data backup before doing so
5. On your device, download and install Magisk Manager:
Releases · topjohnwu/Magisk
The Magic Mask for Android. Contribute to topjohnwu/Magisk development by creating an account on GitHub.
github.com
6. Transfer the extracted init_boot.img file onto your phone and launch the Magisk app.
7. Tap the install button next to Magisk, and tap 'Select and Patch a file'.
8. Select the init_boot.img file you have extracted and transferred, and tap 'Let's Go' to patch init_boot.img.
9. The patched init_boot.img will be stored in the Downloads folder of your device. Transfer the init_boot.img to a convenient location on your PC.
10. Power down the device, and press and hold down the volume down and power button until fastboot mode appears
11. Connect a USB cable to the phone and a PC. Now open Minimal ADB and Fastboot.
12. Type:
Code:
fastboot devices
and press Enter. You should see your device ID appear, and if not try reinstall the USB drivers.
13. Type:
Code:
fastboot flash init_boot_a /path/to/patchedmagisk.img
Code:
fastboot flash init_boot_b /path/to/patchedmagisk.img
Code:
fastboot reboot
Your device should reboot and check for root by using Root Checker. If root is not working do try to repatch and reflash init_boot.img.
sooyong94 said:
3. Download the ROM file and extract the init_boot.img file:
https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/motorola/rtwo_retcn/official/RETCN/ (if you are running CN ROM)
https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/motorola/rtwo/official/RETEU/ (if you are running EU ROM, or if you have converted your X40 to Edge 40 Pro)
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New firmware with April Patch released yesterday.
RETEU T1TR33.43-20-28
4.39 GB file on MEGA
mega.nz
or
RETEU_XT2301-4-DS 13 EURO 1 RTWO_G_T1TR33.43-20-28_subsidy-DEFAULT_regulatory-DEFAULT_cid50_CFC.xml.zip
drive.google.com
Source: https://www.stockrom.net/2023/05/xt2301-4-reteu-13-t1tr33-43-20-28.html