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How to successfully update from Android 9 with TWRP, Root (magisk) to Android 10?

Hello!
so I read all the threads regarding android 10 and mi a2 lite but i didn't find a proper solution or guide for the following problem:
I am on Stock Android 9 with unlocked bootloader, TWRP and Magisk Root.
Now i want to update to the v.11.0.4.0 Android 10 Update, but i want to keep root working!
Is there a way to do this?
If yes, please tell me how (i'm not a pro in flashing, so please explain in detail )
EDIT: i dont mind if i loose TWRP, i just want to keep root and android 10 working
thanks in advance!
stay safe and stay home
Alex

Also interested in a guide for this.

Alibabara said:
I am on Stock Android 9 with unlocked bootloader, TWRP and Magisk Root.
Now i want to update to the v.11.0.4.0 Android 10 Update, but i want to keep root working!
Is there a way to do this?
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Yes. It's complex because of TWRP.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-a2-lite/how-to/10-0-4-0-to-10-0-7-0-ota-keeping-magisk-t3916863

Thanks for the answer, i already saw this thread but as I already said I'm not a big Expert in this topic, so that guide in the thread is too complex and short for me (and for other most likely too...)
Maybe you can explain it more precisly to us?
I would be very greatful for this!
Or if you know a way too archieve what i want but loose twrp and data... I wouldn't mind. I dont Need twrp and my Phone is New... So
Thanks in advance!
Best Regards
Alex

Alibabara said:
Maybe you can explain it more precisly to us?
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You can't do it simpler. Mostly because you've got to get back to stock for the OTA.
You can do it different. Get the fastboot. Flash that (don't erase userdata). Then install Magisk and TWRP again.
Not every release gets a fastboot but 11.0.4.0 did so you have this option.

Can you explain this more for me pls?
- What exact files do I need?
- what exactly should i do with these files? (flash with terminal, TWRP, Slot A, Slot B, etc.....)
- is it relevant which version of Android 9 i have?
you would help me alot, if you explain it in detail so that i can do it.
I already tried in android 10 unlocking bootloader and flashed the "disable force encryption" but got stuck on booting screen.
Pls tell me how exactly i should do what, and i will post my results
Thanks !
Best Regards,
Alex

Recomendations
Hello,
I just updated from Android 9 stock ROM, to Android 10 with a custom ROM.
I followed this two YouTube guides from the same user:
How to root and install TWRP:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wy9Z_NN_7Tg&list=LLm7cWm_1QXORlLa5XeTETUw&index=12&t=365s
How to install custom ROM(In my case I installed Evolution X with Android 10 following these steps):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0pcmA_ew-Y&list=LLm7cWm_1QXORlLa5XeTETUw&index=13&t=173s
**Advise**
- Use the same files and versions that he uses, If you use/do something different, you are going to have some problems.
What I'm currently running on my Mi A2 Lite:
- Evolution X ROM(Android 10) -> https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-a2-lite/development/rom-evolution-x-3-3-t4014685
- Nitrogen Kernel r3 -> https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-a2-lite/development/r1-nitrogen-kernel-mi-a2-lite-t4011019
Everything has been very stable at the moment(1 week and lots of gaming and restarts and tests), so I feel fine sharing this.
Best,
delokt

Alibabara said:
Can you explain this more for me pls?
- What exact files do I need?
- what exactly should i do with these files? (flash with terminal, TWRP, Slot A, Slot B, etc.....)
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Fastboot image from here.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-a2-lite/how-to/fastboot-xiaomi-mi-a2-fastboot-images-t3824871
Install instructions in that thread. TL;DR Run the flash_all_keeping_userdata script to upgrade to the version you downloaded. 11.0.4.0 is what you want.
You have Magisk and TWRP. Install them the same way you did before. Go read their threads if you forgot or use the last part of my guide.

Hello Friends, i have good news, i successfully updated my Phone to android 10 and keep TWRP and magisk!
I did the following steps:
- clean install of fastbood v.11.0.4. Android 10 via Mi-Flashtool
- powershell adb: fastboot boot twrp-3.3.1-dees_troy-daisy.img
- TWRP should open on Mi a2 lite. go to advanced and activate adb sideload
- powershell: adb sideload twrp-installer-3.3.1-dees_troy-daisy.zip
TWRP should now be installed.
Then i tried a reboot system and got into the welcome screen, so it booted.
What i did next is, the magisk v20.4 zip file move to sd card or internal storage of the device and flash it trough TWRP.
DONE!
now your phone should reboot to system. It now has Android 10 and magisk installed and working!
Hope i can help someone else with this.
Files are on my google drive: https://drive.google.com/open?id=19eg3N9bSliVh40T8atnp4rJiIKPjob0j
Best Regards
Alex

a1291762 said:
Fastboot image from here.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-a2-lite/how-to/fastboot-xiaomi-mi-a2-fastboot-images-t3824871
Install instructions in that thread. TL;DR Run the flash_all_keeping_userdata script to upgrade to the version you downloaded. 11.0.4.0 is what you want.
You have Magisk and TWRP. Install them the same way you did before. Go read their threads if you forgot or use the last part of my guide.
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thx for the help! i did it!

None of the rooting guides work?

Can anyone write an up-to-date guide on precisely what I need to do to install TWRP on a global-edition, fully updated (MIUI 12) Note 8 Pro today?...
There are three different guides and none of them work. I'm not interested in custom firmwares or anything else besides TWRP. I just want to install TWRP and magisk.

We are in the same boat...

Edit: N/A

Are you able to unlock your bootloader?

Also, pay really close attention to the warning at the top of the TWRP downloads page for your device.
WARNING: This device hard bricks really easily for unknown reasons. Restoring device without spending real money is impossible as of now. Don't flash TWRP unless you are an advanced user who knows what he is doing.
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Additionally, there are a lot of weird quirks all over the place, which makes your device... non-optimal for modding.
Let me know if you really want help with this.

I really just wanted root and didn't realize you aren't supposed to use TWRP for it on new phones (especially this one.)

sfaeium said:
I really just wanted root and didn't realize you aren't supposed to use TWRP for it on new phones (especially this one.)
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It's not that you're not supposed to use TWRP. It's that you need to know what you're doing.
That device you have is very easy to brick. I'm just making sure.
If you do only want root, that is very easy. First: do you have an unlocked bootloader? Second: exactly what software version do you have?

LoganDark said:
It's not that you're not supposed to use TWRP. It's that you need to know what you're doing.
That device you have is very easy to brick. I'm just making sure.
If you do only want root, that is very easy. First: do you have an unlocked bootloader? Second: exactly what software version do you have?
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I have read many post about "how to root RN8P" but in none of these there was a clear and decisive answer!
For example mine RN8P with A9 and bootloader unlocked go in bootloop everytime im trying to install TWRP ---->
twrp-3.4.0-0-begonia.img28.5M2020-06-21 22:25:46 EDT
so what custom recovery i need to install???

roberto_1986 said:
I have read many post about "how to root RN8P" but in none of these there was a clear and decisive answer!
For example mine RN8P with A9 and bootloader unlocked go in bootloop everytime im trying to install TWRP ---->
twrp-3.4.0-0-begonia.img28.5M2020-06-21 22:25:46 EDT
so what custom recovery i need to install???
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I would recommend installing Magisk first since then you can use the TWRP installer.

LoganDark said:
I would recommend installing Magisk first since then you can use the TWRP installer.
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wait...i dont understand....
usualy first u need to install the recovery then u can root your phone....
can u explain better pls?

roberto_1986 said:
wait...i dont understand....
usualy first u need to install the recovery then u can root your phone....
can u explain better pls?
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Installing Magisk from recovery is a legacy option and no longer recommended. The recommended method of installing Magisk consists of patching the boot image using the Magisk Manager app and then using fastboot to flash the patched boot image to the phone.
Installing TWRP is then as easy as using Magisk Manager to flash the TWRP installer zip, then reinstalling Magisk using direct install.
In order to retrieve a boot image to patch, you need to download the update you are using to a computer, then use a tool like Payload Dumper to extract the boot.img.
Kind of complex but it's the only option if installing TWRP without it bootloops you.

LoganDark said:
Installing Magisk from recovery is a legacy option and no longer recommended. The recommended method of installing Magisk consists of patching the boot image using the Magisk Manager app and then using fastboot to flash the patched boot image to the phone.
Installing TWRP is then as easy as using Magisk Manager to flash the TWRP installer zip, then reinstalling Magisk using direct install.
In order to retrieve a boot image to patch, you need to download the update you are using to a computer, then use a tool like Payload Dumper to extract the boot.img.
Kind of complex but it's the only option if installing TWRP without it bootloops you.
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Well ty for your answer but i really cant understand your explanation....
also there is another way to install a custom recovery and its LR TWRP!
i did many month ago with success but a week ago for wrong im uninstalled magisk so now i have to repeate all from zero...
I find that LR TWRP from this thread but unfortunately the link is dead ----> here so can u tell me where i can find that version of LR TWRP 1104??
also can u show me a link for your guide also??? ty very much

roberto_1986 said:
Well ty for your answer but i really cant understand your explanation....
also there is another way to install a custom recovery and its LR TWRP!
i did many month ago with success but a week ago for wrong im uninstalled magisk so now i have to repeate all from zero...
I find that LR TWRP from this thread but unfortunately the link is dead ----> here so can u tell me where i can find that version of LR TWRP 1104??
also can u show me a link for your guide also??? ty very much
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I don't own this device so I don't know any guides. The process is the same for most devices and the scripts will automate it for you.
Like I said, find a software update for your phone (search "miui 12.4.847.37586 OTA update zip" or similar), use Payload Dumper to extract a boot.img, transfer it to your device, install Magisk Manager and use that to patch the image, download the patched image to your computer, boot the phone into fastboot and flash the new boot image, and you'll have Magisk.
From there, go to the official TWRP website and download the "twrp-installer" for your device. Use Magisk Manager to install it. Then direct install Magisk to keep root.

LoganDark said:
I don't own this device so I don't know any guides. The process is the same for most devices and the scripts will automate it for you.
Like I said, find a software update for your phone (search "miui 12.4.847.37586 OTA update zip" or similar), use Payload Dumper to extract a boot.img, transfer it to your device, install Magisk Manager and use that to patch the image, download the patched image to your computer, boot the phone into fastboot and flash the new boot image, and you'll have Magisk.
From there, go to the official TWRP website and download the "twrp-installer" for your device. Use Magisk Manager to install it. Then direct install Magisk to keep root.
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sry i dont understand can u explain more easly?

I am from the Philippines. Rooting my old tablet MyPhone brown 1, with Nougat OS installed, is my biggest frustration. Tried Kingroot & Kingoroot but failed so anyone who can help me Pls.!!!

roberto_1986 said:
sry i dont understand can u explain more easly?
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I know it's a lot to look at but please do just try to follow them in order. Each step is only a few words long.
What software version is your phone at?

xdagogo2017 said:
I am from the Philippines. Rooting my old tablet MyPhone brown 1, with Nougat OS installed, is my biggest frustration. Tried Kingroot & Kingoroot but failed so anyone who can help me Pls.!!!
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this thread are for redmi note 8 pro this is not the correct place to ask....>.>

roberto_1986 said:
this thread are for redmi note 8 pro this is not the correct place to ask....>.>
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Sorry !!!I,m new member!

LoganDark said:
I know it's a lot to look at but please do just try to follow them in order. Each step is only a few words long.
What software version is your phone at?
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Well this is the version i have installed:
Redmi Note 8 Pro EEAStableFastbootV11.0.3.0.PGGEUXM9.03.5 GB2019-12-10Download

roberto_1986 said:
Well this is the version i have installed:
Redmi Note 8 Pro EEAStableFastbootV11.0.3.0.PGGEUXM9.03.5 GB2019-12-10Download
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Hey!! Fun fact, you don't need to use payload dumper for that! Download the "Full ROM" with "Type: Recovery", and unzip it. Inside there will be a "boot.img". That's what you patch using Magisk Manager.

Help with magisk patched boot image

So I have op7t, with stock oos 10.0.16HD65BA, unlocked bootloader, stock kernel and recovery. Where can I find magisk patched boot image for this deivce and do I need twrp installed? And does it matter if the patched boot image is for global and I have Europe?
I haven't touched these things since op3t and things have changed a lot, and I'm really confused, so feel free to link me about anything related to rooting/installing roms/twrp on this device.

TuomasRizt said:
So I have op7t, with stock oos 10.0.16HD65BA, unlocked bootloader, stock kernel and recovery. Where can I find magisk patched boot image for this deivce and do I need twrp installed? And does it matter if the patched boot image is for global and I have Europe?
I haven't touched these things since op3t and things have changed a lot, and I'm really confused, so feel free to link me about anything related to rooting/installing roms/twrp on this device.
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Don't need that. Just install twrp and then flash magisk zip (rename magisk apk)

HueyT said:
Don't need that. Just install twrp and then flash magisk zip (rename magisk apk)
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So I can just download magisk zip from their forum and flash that in twrp?

TuomasRizt said:
So I can just download magisk zip from their forum and flash that in twrp?
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Yep

HueyT said:
Yep
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So I installed unofficial twrp from oneplus 7t xda forums, and tried to install magisk.apk (renamed to zip) but apparently twrp seems not seeing anything in my internal storage? Is it bcs I have oxygenOs and twrp can't read the data partition? And how should I flash it now? from pc manually with fastboot or..?

TuomasRizt said:
So I installed unofficial twrp from oneplus 7t xda forums, and tried to install magisk.apk (renamed to zip) but apparently twrp seems not seeing anything in my internal storage? Is it bcs I have oxygenOs and twrp can't read the data partition? And how should I flash it now? from pc manually with fastboot or..?
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adb push .zip /tmp
And you need an update to date version of twrp to flash apk.
Seriously, just use patched image method.

Lossyx said:
adb push .zip /tmp
And you need an update to date version of twrp to flash apk.
Seriously, just use patched image method.
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I was going to use that, but as I asked in the first post, do I need europe version 10.0.16 HD65BA version magisk patched image, and if yes, where can I find it? And I have the latest twrp uploaded on there -> https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...ry-for-oneplus-7t-unified-tes.3976961/page-46

TuomasRizt said:
I was going to use that, but as I asked in the first post, do I need europe version 10.0.16 HD65BA version magisk patched image, and if yes, where can I find it? And I have the latest twrp uploaded on there -> https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...ry-for-oneplus-7t-unified-tes.3976961/page-46
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Actually ignore what I said. I am not sure if that TWRP is capable of flashing apks, but it doesn't matter. Flash the previous version which was a zip file, then just update within magisk manager.
Release Magisk v21.4 · topjohnwu/Magisk
Update: v21.4 adds more regression hot fixes. Happy 2021! v21.3 adds a workaround for devices with buggy F2FS Linux kernel drivers. This F2FS bug may cause bootloops on many devices. Checkout the f...
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fastboot boot twrp.img
adb push magisk.zip /tmp
Navigate and flash magisk zip from tmp folder

I am due to receive my OP7T in a couple of days and already started reading. I assume oos 10.0.16HD65BA is the latest A10 for 7T.
My goal is to get latest stable Android 10 build for my 1903 EU variant OP7T - Unlock Bootloader, Root with Magisk and then Install No Limits xXx Magisk ROM.
Will appreciate some feedback how to proceed please.
From the post above - it seems that the steps are - Unlock Bootloader, Boot (not flash) TWRP.img , adb push Magisk zip , flash Magisk zip in the loaded twrp and then boot to system.
My doubts -
I have been using adb and drivers for my OP5 - will that old adb and drivers work with OP7T?
Which TWRP.img is recommended
Which version of Magisk.zip can I flash (would v22 be OK?)
Can Magisk be updated via Magisk manager at a later stage?
I assume the system will revert to stock recovery (as TWRP was only loaded, not flashed) - will this cause loss of root?
Have I missed out any crucial points / steps?
Thanks

TuomasRizt said:
So I have op7t, with stock oos 10.0.16HD65BA, unlocked bootloader, stock kernel and recovery. Where can I find magisk patched boot image for this deivce and do I need twrp installed? And does it matter if the patched boot image is for global and I have Europe?
I haven't touched these things since op3t and things have changed a lot, and I'm really confused, so feel free to link me about anything related to rooting/installing roms/twrp on this device.
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How did you eventually do it? Please share your process.

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

[HELP] How do I root my XT1952-1 (Android 9)

Hi everyone ,
I wandered for months in this forum but I didn't really find how to root my device. There are some tutorial for the "1952-4" but it's not my device. I really don't want to do risky things flashing wrong files. At this point I don't even know if my model can be rooted.
Here are useful infos :
Device : Moto G7 Play XT1952-1
Firmware : Android 9 (security patch december, 1st 2018)
Build : PPY29.68-28
Bootloader unlocked : YES
At this point, what am I supposed to do ? Is there a TWRP image that would work for sure ?
Thank you.

I managed to root my xt1952-4 but I couldn't use the methods on here as I would have TWRP and Magisk root but would lose wifi. So I decided to install magisk, extract the Boot.img file from the rom and patch it with magisk. I flashed it back using "fastboot flash boot boot.img" and now I have root and working wifi but no recovery.

MikeRWK said:
I managed to root my xt1952-4 but I couldn't use the methods on here as I would have TWRP and Magisk root but would lose wifi. So I decided to install magisk, extract the Boot.img file from the rom and patch it with magisk. I flashed it back using "fastboot flash boot boot.img" and now I have root and working wifi but no recovery.
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Interesting, thanks.
I don't know if I can risk doing that on my XT1952-1 though, you never know how it'd behave.
If somebody successfully rooted XT1952-1, please let me know