I wiped the phone clean and tried to flash the new version of AEX But, it showed Error 7.
Tried looking for fix for Error 7 on internet, it didn't work for AEX5.6, 5.5, 5.4.
5.3 installs normally.
But felt like needed something new.
Went on the forums to find Xtended ROM. Flashed it.
After flashing it tried flashing Nano GAPPS.. Didn't work.
Tried to system reboot and thought I can later work it out.
ROM is all fine... But, later when I got to recovery mode.
(Problem begins)
I realised I lost TWRP.
And the recovery that's there wouldn't allow me to flash anything.
It looks more like CWM recovery but with less options.
It doesn't even have a advanced wipe!
Now I'm stuck with a non rooted phone, without Google bare minimum functionalities.
Am I alone? Help me out!
UKWZ7 said:
I wiped the phone clean and tried to flash the new version of AEX But, it showed Error 7.
Tried looking for fix for Error 7 on internet, it didn't work for AEX5.6, 5.5, 5.4.
5.3 installs normally.
But felt like needed something new.
Went on the forums to find Xtended ROM. Flashed it.
After flashing it tried flashing Nano GAPPS.. Didn't work.
Tried to system reboot and thought I can later work it out.
ROM is all fine... But, later when I got to recovery mode.
(Problem begins)
I realised I lost TWRP.
And the recovery that's there wouldn't allow me to flash anything.
It looks more like CWM recovery but with less options.
It doesn't even have a advanced wipe!
Now I'm stuck with a non rooted phone, without Google bare minimum functionalities.
Am I alone? Help me out!
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For aex issue did you flash factory2vendor zip before flashing rom?
You will have to install twrp image using PC. Like the first time you did when you were unlocking bootloader
Flash zui using qfil or miflash.
If bootloader is unlocked still. You can directly flash twrp.
If not first unlock your bootloader and then flash twrp.
For treble rom like aex5.5 you need to flash factory2vendor.zip and then flash twrp with treble support.
For info on flashing and link visit aex5.5 rom page.
This is my first thread, I apologize for any mistakes or core aspects left out.
Intro/Formatting KeyBefore I start, I want to give a quick thanks to those contributing to these forums/threads, as it got me through my first custom ROM install ever! Knowing too much information is better than too little, and my want to not waste anyone's time, I'm going to share most of my experience installing the custom recovery and ROM. I will explain what I mean by custom recovery dying at The Dead Recovery. Italics will be used as commands entered in SDK tools. Bold will be used as outputs from cmd.
Phone SpecsPhone: Oneplus 7T HD1905 running Android 11 OOS
Custom Recovery: Chinese TWRP from this youtube video
Custom ROM: Derpfest R for hotdogb found here
My Install ProcessBesides needing to turning off driver signature reinforcement, the bootloader unlock was a normal process. Issues started occurring when I wanted to flash the custom recovery. fastboot reboot fastboot would not give me any feedback on the cmd prompt as it would say <waiting for devices> even though my phone was in fastbootd mode. After reading another thread, I hail married the flash using fastboot flash recovery twrp_best.img. All was great! My phone booted into TWRP, wiped the old stuff, flashed Derpfest, and rebooted. Derpfest works pretty well! (a little buggy but what do you expect from a beta build?).
The Dead RecoveryI notice the safety net with this ROM was broken, so I wanted to install Magisk to fix that issue (I wanted to use Gpay). I download the apk, do my renames for .zip and unintall.zip, and attempt to boot to recovery, but I just get a black screen! Using PWR+VOLUP allows me to reboot into the ROM just fine at least, so I didn't brick my phone. From here, I don't know what I should do to mitigate this issue. Here are my main concerns/questions.
Questions/Concerns1. Will flashing a new recovery allow me to still boot into my phone?
2. Should I use a different image?
3. Should I maybe use flashboot flash recovery_a twrp_best.img flashboot flash recovery_b twrp_best.img to flash the recovery?
Thank you in advance!
How can i root this phone?
Could anybody explain step by step
Muchas gracias.
By the way, how can i do a complete backup ( there's no oficial twrp)
Basically, as any other if you are familiar with (that is recommended method by TJW on his GitHub, Magisk Documentation) with patching the boot.img and flashing
In very short outlines (google for details or search here on XDA, sorry I will not guide anybody by spoon-feeding):
1) Unlock Bootloader, be aware that all Data will be erased
2) Download the zip file for the exact stock firmware you are running (MIUI version and region), Recovery type MIUI installation, unzip and extract boot.img
3) Install Magisk application, open, click on Install Magisk, select Patch method, navigate to your extracted boot.img
4) Copy the patched boot.img from Download folder to PC, run Fastboot and test does it boot correctly (it should, if you extracted from the correct MIUI zip installation file):
fastboot boot <patched boot img>
If it does, permanently flash the root/Magisk by:
fastboot flash boot <patched boot img>
Be aware that by rooting your warranty might be void (you can always, unless you would brick the phone, uninstall Magisk and relock BL)
Be also aware that by rooting, banking and similar apps may stop working and that you would need to search, read and learn how to hide the root - that may become your permanent mouse and cat hobby then
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Btw, right here on this same XDA subforum for Lisa there are already posts and a thread (I did open a months ago) for how to root.
I'd expect that somebody would search and read before asking
Second, there is an Orange Fox custom recovery for Lisa working on MIUI 13 and you could flash Magisk apk (does not even need to be renamed to zip) from that custom Recovery to install Magisk
However, installing custom Recovery to Lisa (being a device that does not have separate Recovery partition but Recovery is integrated to the Boot partition) is tricky and if you don't correctly follow the guide (you would need to find its thread, read how to install) you could soft brick your phone
Thus, I really recommend patching and flashing the boot.img method instead
I was looking for the solution before asking the question and nothing came up about it, anyway I just did it by sideload.
The Orange fox method gave me a black screen and I had to format the phone twice because there was no way to get it to work.
Regarding the backup, I meant that with the twrp that has been used it was always an option visible in the interface, but with the specific recovery of PixelOs I don't see the option.
Thanks for your answer.
gintony said:
I was looking for the solution before asking the question and nothing came up about it, anyway I just did it by sideload.
The Orange fox method gave me a black screen and I had to format the phone twice because there was no way to get it to work.
Regarding the backup, I meant that with the twrp that has been used it was always an option visible in the interface, but with the specific recovery of PixelOs I don't see the option.
Thanks for your answer.
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I don't know about that PixelOs recovery (and is it for general usage or only for installing PixelOs
Also, don't know about PixelOs
My answer was about rooting stock MIUI or Xiaomi.eu, both MIUI 13/A12
And the same for using OrangeFox-R11.1_2-Unofficial-lisa - installing and using with MIUI 13
I do have Lisa and I successfully used and still use that OFox, and I'm running the rooted MIUI 13
Hi all,
I have recently shifted from Samsung A52S to Onpelus 9 PRO.
I'm now a bit confused about flashing method....
I mean :
on Samsung devices, you have to use ODIN ( that is a Fastboot replacement tool ) in order to flash the TWRP and then, on TWRP, you can freely flash any new custom ROM or any other img files, by simply press "INSTALL" button instad of ADB sideload commands.
If I well understood, in order to flash this custom ROM, I have to do that through Fastboot commands before and through TWRP ADB sideload commands after......
My question is : may I flash boot.img / vendor_boot.img / dtbo.img and ROM zip directly through TWRP "INSTALL" button instead ???
If not, can someone kindly explain which is the reason why ?
Sorry for this noob question but I'm doing my first step into Oneplus and I don't want to do a mess.....
Many thanks for the help !
I personally been wanting to know why we no longer can simply flash custom roms via TWRP like we use to. I do believe its got to do with the way the A/B partition works however that does not really answers why we can't just flash via TWRP. Unfortunately, I have not been able to find the answer so I am interested too on why we can't simply flash custom roms in TWRP and have to resort in sideloading or via fastboot. I would think flashing via a zip in TWRP will have less user errors compare to using a command line to do your flashing.
Saying that, I have been flashing via fastboot since I got this phone and even though its a longer process, it only takes a few more minutes.
twrp is not even fully adapted for android 12 or 13 (but who needs twrp anymore?)
I prefer to flash via fastbootd
(is less work for me)
best way is the magisk install
ChrisFeiveel84 said:
twrp is not even fully adapted for android 12 or 13 (but who needs twrp anymore?)
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twrp is still the only way to backup the whole rom
it exist a non official version for 12/13
TWRP is the best tool to recover files when the OS does not boot. Since there is no ROM or kernel out there that recommend or uses TWRP for flashing. There is little reason to use TWRP unless is for file recovery. This is in respective to OP 9.
I successfully unlocked my bootloader, then I tried flashing the twrp by following munchy's tutorial from YouTube (as someone recommended here). I also used the twrp recovery file he provided in the description, by using the latest platform tools from the official website. It was going pretty good. I even got the TeamWin logo, and also loaded up the twrp interface, and was able to navigate through it. But the problem was my internal storage wasn't showing up. So I booted back to my system normally to see If I can find a solution. Then I think I tried again after restarting to see if it fixes itself, but the same problem was persisting. The next time when I tried again, I used the latest twrp version which I downloaded from the official twrp website.
But since my 3rd attempt, I am not able to see any TeamWin recovery come up on my phone, when I connect I do the "fastboot boot (twrp filename)" command in cmd. When I do the command, nothing shows up. The device remains in the Fastboot mode, or just turns off. When I switch it back on, It turns on normally and boots into the phone without any issues, and I can use it. I've tried switching back to the original twrp version munchy used in the above linked video, but same result.
What did I do wrong here? How do I make my phone get into the twrp recovery when I enter the fastboot boot (twrp filename) command thru my PC? How do I make my Internal Storage available to view int he TWRP recovery so I can install it from my Downloads folder? I am on MIUI 14.0.4 If that helps. My end goal is to install Magisk.
Any tips/guides/suggestions are appreciated.
Installing TWRP and root does not erase your data.
Remove security from the lock screen. (decryption).Normally the latest TWRP decrypts the data.
Install Platform tools ,put the TWRP in the folder and run the commands from the folder.
TWRP SKK, Use A12 if your system is in A12/A13 if system A13.
Rename it to twrp.img
CMD
fastboot boot twrp.img
Powershell
./fastboot boot twrp.img
Once booted, go to Advanced -> Press "Flash current TWRP"
If offered, both slots.
NOSS8 said:
Installing TWRP and root does not erase your data.
Remove security from the lock screen. (decryption).Normally the latest TWRP decrypts the data.
Install Platform tools ,put the TWRP in the folder and run the commands from the folder.
TWRP SKK, Use A12 if your system is in A12/A13 if system A13.
Rename it to twrp.img
CMD
fastboot boot twrp.img
Powershell
./fastboot boot twrp.img
Once booted, go to Advanced -> Press "Flash current TWRP"
If offered, both slots.
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Thank you. I had put backed the screen lock after the first 2 attempts because someone said to to that on a YT video after they faced the same problem. Now I tried again by removing the screen lock and the latest twrp for my device also boots up just fine. Now the problem Is I still can't access my internal storage .
Still having removed the screen security?
Which rom(fullname)?
Which TWRP?
Try to mount storage.
NOSS8 said:
Still having removed the screen security?
Which rom(fullname)?
Which TWRP?
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Yes, I removed the screen security, though I can enter TWRP, I can't read the internal storage. MIUI 14.0.4.
I just watched a YT video where the dude does the following:
-TWRP Recovery
- Wipe
- Format Data
- Types 'yes'
then
-TWRP Recovery
- Reboot
- Recovery
- Do not Install
After coming back to recovery after rebooting, he gets a pop up, which at the swipe says "Swipe to allow for modifications" which he swipes, then now after checking the Internal Storage, It's readable now. Is this a possible solution?
Twrp A13, obviously if you don't want to keep the data.
Twrp/wipe format data type yes/reboot TWRP.
If error red lines, reboot TWRP and repeat the operation.
Sideload roms or use OTG.
NOSS8 said:
Twrp A13, obviously if you don't want to keep the data.
Twrp/wipe format data type yes/reboot TWRP.
If error red lines, reboot TWRP and repeat the operation.
Sideload roms or use OTG.
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what's twrp A13? Also, I just unlocked my bootloader a few hours ago, so my phone has already done a factory reset and i don't have anything to lose except the Magisk APK and .img file in my phone.
But I have a question, will doing the format data just do a factory reset, or will I lose my ROM? Because I'm not trying to install a custom ROM, I just want to Install Magisk as the end goal with my current ROM.
MIUI 14 Android 13 so use this TWRP
plugged the phone into the PC when it is on the TWRP, you will have access to the internal storage. (works on my 12 pro aves twrp A13 Skk).
twrp-3.7.0_12-v7.5_A13-alioth-skkk.img
I'm using the latest one I could find on the TWRP website for my device. Not aware If it supports Android 13 though as it isn't mentioned on the website. Just asking my prev question, will doing the format data from TWRP just do a factory reset, or do I lose the ROM and will have to install a custom ROM?
second question I forgot to ask in my prev post, after i do the format data and put the Magisk APK and twrp img file again on my device, will my device stay decrypted as I formatted the data, or will the problem persist?
sorry If i sound dumb
zoinksy said:
I'm using the latest one I could find on the TWRP website for my device. Not aware If it supports Android 13 though as it isn't mentioned on the website. Just asking my prev question, will doing the format data from TWRP just do a factory reset, or do I lose the ROM and will have to install a custom ROM?
second question I forgot to ask in my prev post, after i do the format data and put the Magisk APK and twrp img file again on my device, will my device stay decrypted as I formatted the data, or will the problem persist?
sorry If i sound dumb
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Use this TWRP(officiel).
twrp-3.7.0_12-v7.5_A13-alioth-skkk.img
thank you, this is the one I was looking for. Sorry to bother you again, now I installed the Magisk V26.1 apk from TWRP. And when I boot back to system and try opening the magisk manager, this happens. It says downloading, forever. I think I shouldn't have directly downloaded the latest version. So probably have to downgrade it a bit. For that, what will I have to do?
Can I just hold the Magisk icon, and uninstall it simply like any other app? Or do I have to do it from the TWRP? Also, Is it necessary for me to uninstall it before downgrading, or can I just download the apk of older magisk version and flash it from twrp just like I did previously?
It was on my first post.
Installation
The Magic Mask for Android
topjohnwu.github.io
TWRP + Root
Hi all. Hope you are good and safe from Covid-19. If you like TWRP as your recovery and want to keep root access as well, I am going to show you how to do that. Because if you take the stock boot.img and patch it via magisk, you will lose TWRP...
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Try OrangeFox. I never had problems with it. Been using it for half a year and constantly flash new ROM builds as a tester
Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40 (alioth) build releases | OrangeFox Recovery Downloads
Orangefox recovery for Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40 (alioth)
orangefox.download
cyanGalaxy said:
Try OrangeFox. I never had problems with it. Been using it for half a year and constantly flash new ROM builds as a tester
Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40 (alioth) build releases | OrangeFox Recovery Downloads
Orangefox recovery for Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40 (alioth)
orangefox.download
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Sure, but currently only in A12.
NOSS8 said:
Sure, but currently only in A12.
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I use ArrowOS 13
cyanGalaxy said:
I use ArrowOS 13
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I don't doubt it, the Twrp A12 also works for certain operations on an A13 system but for certain Miui roms some bootloop.
NOSS8 said:
I don't doubt it, the Twrp A12 also works for certain operations on an A13 system but for certain Miui roms some bootloop.
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Hm ok.
Welp for me on AOSP, it works nicely. I flash a new build (or two) every week. Backup/Restore works as should. UI is nice and modern, imo better than TWRP. That's why I'm recommending it.
Haven't heard anyone saying that they can't view Phone storage on OrangeFox.
Hi,
@NOSS8 , I'd like to ask : I've only some hours to wait to unlock the BL. But one question, as it's yet the stock rom (FW V13.0.11.0, A12), wich twrp should I use ? I want to install a A13 rom (that supposes FW V 14.xxx !)
So :
- fastboot boot twrp (but wich one ?? A12 or 13 ?? ; skkk ? Or ?) (+ "flash current twrp" OR "install it in ramdisk"?)
- reboot recovery
- flash FW V14.xxx
- flash rom
- format data
- reboot system
- flash magisk (last version ? Seems to be 'big' changes ?)
- flash what I need (V4A, DFE (??), ....)
What do you think ?
Thanks a lot ! Main question is about what version of twrp.. Help will be very appreciated !
néonaloj said:
Hi,
@NOSS8 , I'd like to ask : I've only some hours to wait to unlock the BL. But one question, as it's yet the stock rom (FW V13.0.11.0, A12), wich twrp should I use ? I want to install a A13 rom (that supposes FW V 14.xxx !)
So :
- fastboot boot twrp (but wich one ?? A12 or 13 ?? ; skkk ? Or ?) (+ "flash current twrp" OR "install it in ramdisk"?)
- reboot recovery
- flash FW V14.xxx
- flash rom
- format data
- reboot system
- flash magisk (last version ? Seems to be 'big' changes ?)
- flash what I need (V4A, DFE (??), ....)
What do you think ?
Thanks a lot ! Main question is about what version of twrp.. Help will be very appreciated !
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Instead, use Miflash with a Fastboot rom, you can extract the boot img for root.(don't re lock the bootloader).
You can root without TWRP, but according to this thread, if you root you lose the TWRP and vice versa, I don't know if this is still relevant.(I don't have this device).
If you need ,install the TWRP A13 after flashing the A13.
See this thread for instructions
[Recovery] [13] [12] TWRP & OrangeFox
Since recoveries play a crucial role in flashing firmwares, custom ROMs and offline updates, it is of importance to have access to them. This post is about sources and instructions to working versions of recoveries for Alioth. Platform Tools (aka...
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***Note:
Use the TWRP SKKK.
Advantage with Miflash, the Fastboot roms contain all the imgs.
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TWRP + Root
Hi all. Hope you are good and safe from Covid-19. If you like TWRP as your recovery and want to keep root access as well, I am going to show you how to do that. Because if you take the stock boot.img and patch it via magisk, you will lose TWRP...
forum.xda-developers.com
NOSS8 said:
Instead, use Miflash with a Fastboot rom, you can extract the boot img for root.(don't re lock the bootloader).
You can root without TWRP, but according to this thread, if you root you lose the TWRP and vice versa, I don't know if this is still relevant.(I don't have this device).
If you need install the TWRP A13 after flashing the A13.
See this thread for instructions
[Recovery] [13] [12] TWRP & OrangeFox
Since recoveries play a crucial role in flashing firmwares, custom ROMs and offline updates, it is of importance to have access to them. This post is about sources and instructions to working versions of recoveries for Alioth. Platform Tools (aka...
forum.xda-developers.com
***Note:
Use the TWRP SKKK.
Advantage with Miflash, the Fastboot roms contain all the imgs.
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I'm very greatfull for your quick reply ! Thanks
The device is too a Poco f3, sorry.. This doesn't need to flash magisk for twrp to stick (I had another one I've broken)
But I don't understand what's the advantage to first flash a fastboot rom..? As you say to flash twrp would loose root and vice versa... (I've read the thread you're talking about ofox)
So I wanted to go trough +- the way I mentionned, as A13 as well as ofox 'seems' to work (but I'm carefull with that twrp on stock MIUI A12, and I never used ofox..)
So you do think it's a bad idea ?? The rom I want to flash is crdroid.
I'm more lost now ...
Thanks again !