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Gionee M2 - Root, Backup ROM, Install CWM

The Gionee M2 has a MT6582 Mediatek chipset.
Follow the Gionee guide on their site for upgrading to KitKat, before you start the process, replace the recovery.img file in the ROM file you downloaded and extracted and replace it with a CWM or Carliv touch recovery file that works for the JB versions, this will give you a custom recovery (power button + up key when booting)
The 800Mb+ KitKat ROM update file has about 300mb of pure bloatware, unknown games etc.
ROOT:
Enable USB debugging
Download SuperSU from the playstore (we will use it to replace the chinese SU file later)
Download RootMaster (google it), this is an apk file probably made by the same chinese dev's who made Vroot
Make sure wifi is on, run RootMaster, all text is chinese, but the press to root button is english, it works, if it doesnt the first time try again (dont press anything else, it has a ton of crapware)
It should prompt that your phone is rooted, give it some time, it actually downloads a chinese version of SU
Now run SuperSU, it will replace the chinese version with the familiar english SuperSU ( although the chinese SU app with the lion emblem and chinese text will still be on your phone)
I recommend doing a full factory reset at this stage and using a root uninstaller app to remove all traces of this chinese RootMaster SU
Xposed Framework:
The amigo system resources interferes with Xposed you can still get it to install the framework by first installing the Xposed apk and then going to the settings of the Xposed installer and checking the box "Disable resources API", this will mean GravityBox WILL fail.
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Framaroot Doesn't work anymore
The best way to root this is to use Framaroot, Barahir exploit.
Although the Framaroot page on XDA does not list this as a compatible device (yet) it works really well.
All credits for Framaroot go to alephzain : here
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This still works
BACKUP ROM WITH MTKTOOLS:
Download the awesome MTK Droid Root & Tools by rua1 from here
There are many detailed tutorials for using the actual tool ( I used v2.5.3) with detailed pictures etc., I wont reproduce them here, but before you read and follow the tutorials, make sure, your phone is rooted, you have the ADB drivers for your MT6582 chipset and the microsd card you put inside your phone is formatted inside the phone otherwise the backup will throw an error
Create & Install CWM:
Dev rua1's MTKTOOLS can also create a CWM image automatically from the boot.img that is created in the above step. There are detailed tutorials already available on many sites that show step by step how to do this. Installing CWM is up to you, either via Mobile Uncle Tools from the playstore (recommended) and the freshly minted CWM image or via SP Flash Tools using the Backup of ROM created with MTKTOOLS

Getting to Recovery - Hardware Keys
Getting directly to CWM when the phone is shutdown requires the following key press combination:
For KitKat:
Power button + UP volume button gets you to a custom recovery (should you have one)
Power button + down volume button gets you into Factory Mode (Gionee Factory Mode)
For JB:
Press Volume Keys UP/DOWN and Power button simultaneously
Let go once you reach a screen that shows 3 options, here choose recovery, it will then boot directly to CWM

Can u provide M2 Stock Rom Link ???
Sent from my M2 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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MTK droid tool 2.5.3
http://www.mediafire.com/?6z9acf5um65cuj2
Sent from my M2 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

Want rom for m2
i want custom rom for my gionee m2

Xposed Framework & Stock / Custom ROM's
Xposed Framework works fine on the rooted Gionee M2.
While several modules (like Xprivacy) work, GravityBox via Xposed download fc's, use the GravityBox Apk instead
As for M2 Stock ROM, I suggest take a backup of your own phone ROM, there is little chance that Gionee will make stock ROM's available for M2 (a very new device) anytime soon.
For other Gionee ROM's (stock) external sites like androidXDA have a few ROM's for download but none for M2
There are no custom ROM's for M2, if you want a smoother/cleaner experience try uninstalling some bloatware and change the DPI using an Xposed module.

Request
Hey, it would be nice if you could customize the backing up ROM and re flashing tutorials for the for the m2. It would be quite helpful, you know which set of options to choose etc... beginners like me could make a mistakes with regards to those, since you have already done these procedures your experience could prove valuable. also do you know if the bootloader is unlocked on this phone? and how to check that?

rjspark89 said:
Hey, it would be nice if you could customize the backing up ROM and re flashing tutorials for the for the m2. It would be quite helpful, you know which set of options to choose etc... beginners like me could make a mistakes with regards to those, since you have already done these procedures your experience could prove valuable. also do you know if the bootloader is unlocked on this phone? and how to check that?
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Being a long time lurker on XDA, I've not managed to rack up enough posts to link to external sites, I tend to find most answers by lurking
But here goes (credits go to the original tuts on other sites): Warning, you may brick your device. This will void your warranty. You should know the risks.
Pre-requisite Steps:
Enable debugging mode on your phone. From your homescreen, tap the Menu button > Settings > Development. Tap 'Debug Mode' and make sure it's checked
Root your M2 using Framaroot, use Barahir exploit
Install Busybox from the Playstore on M2
Download MTK Droid Tools v2.5.3 from XDA, chrome tags this as malware (its not), if your AV detects this as malware then dont worry, its a false positive , disable your Anti Virus tool for good measure for the remainder of your backup job, unzip the MTK tools you downloaded
Make sure the microsd card you put inside your phone is formatted inside the phone otherwise the backup will throw an error - this step is impt.
Connect M2 via USB cable to your PC,Download the ADB drivers for M2, use PDANet (google it) and run it, ADB drivers should get automatically installed; this step is critical, so make sure it works
BACKUP ROM WITH MTKTOOLS:
Go into the extracted MTK Droid Tools folder and right-click on 'MTKdroidTools.exe'. Select 'Run as administrator'.
Wait while MTK Droid Tools communicates with your phone. You'll eventually see the main screen come up with all of your phone's information. Look in the bottom left hand corner of the main window, you should see a green square (if it's yellow, click the 'root' button in MTK Droid Tools, this may trigger SuperSU on your phone to ask you for granting it root, grant it)
In the main menu of MTK Droid Tools select the 'Root, Backup, Recovery' tab
Click the 'Backup' button. MTK Droid Tools will start to read all the data from your phone - this takes a long long time, the log is shown on screen, (if it hangs for very very long time (>45mins) on some step (like backup of system.img) you can pull the USB cable out of the phone and restart it)
After it's finished reading back the ROM, another window will pop up asking you if you'd like to compress the image. Select 'Yes'. This will pack it up into a zip and then let you know it's finished.
CREATE YOUR CWM & INSTALL:
Go to the playstore and download Mobileuncle MTK Tools
Connect the phone to PC via USB (if not connected already) and run the MTKDroidTool as administrator
Go to 'root, backup, recovery' tab
Tick the 'To choose the boot.img file' option - the boot.img got created when you took the backup of your ROM, all files from the ROM backup process are saved inside the MTK Tools folder
Click the 'Recovery and Boot' button
Look for the 'boot.img' file and then open it
You will be asked whether to create the CWM recovery automatically, select 'yes'
MTKDroidTools will prompt you whether to install patched files to the phone, say 'No, then it will prompt you if you want to install the CWM recovery that was created, say "No" - we will use MobileUncle Tools for this, its much cleaner
The process fill be finished, and you can now quit MTKDroidTools
In MTKDroidTools folder, you will see a new folder named 'recovery', and in the folder, you will see two .img files; one with the prefix 'boot' in it, and another one with the prefix 'recovery' in it, copy just the .img file with the prefix 'recovery' to the root of your microSD card
Start MobileUncle Tools in your phone, give it root, its a chinese app, but has english title names as well, select the 'Recovery Update' option, select the recovery .img file you have copied to the root of your microSD card, it will prompt you if you really want this, say 'OK'
The flashing process will run, and then you will be asked whether to boot into recovery mode, say yes and you will boot to CWM, you can now take a nandroid backup as well
Like I mentioned earlier, I'm a lurker on XDA, not a dev, so I may not be able to help beyond this

I have problem in CWM whenever I tried to mount Usb storage it gives error as :
"E:unable to open ums lunfile(no such file or directory)"
I have tried to port Cannibal Open touch recovery as well as Carliv but I think in our phone mout points are conflicting with default CWM mount points. If anyone have any solution most welcome for solution I am ready with Custom Roms for our Phone Gionee M2 but strucked in CWM ,if CWM will not work than we will be not able to flash any ROM.
Re:EDIT
ALL PROBLEM SOLVED!!!!!!

New Touch Based Carliv Recovery
Click HERE​

NEW ROM LINKS ADDED
CLICK HERE
OR
CLICK HERE

Shivam Bhalla said:
New Touch Based Carliv Recovery
Click HERE​
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Successfully flashed this Carliv recovery img, in my Gionee m2. want to try new OS:laugh:

Guys check out Miui ported by Arnab
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2711816
OP plz mention these 3 roms in the first post! i hope more development is seen for Gionee M2

very good
very good thread helped me alot

rishiandri said:
Guys check out Miui ported by Arnab
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2711816
OP plz mention these 3 roms in the first post! i hope more development is seen for Gionee M2
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installed today but reverted back to ASOP Rom, this rom needs some updates and bugfixs,

Scatter File of Gionee M2
Can anyone please give me scatter file of Gionee M2...

Kalpesh Sharma said:
Can anyone please give me scatter file of Gionee M2...
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enjoy

Thanks for the scatter file.....
Anyone plz. port SamFlare V5 to gionee m2
Here is the link for the ROM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2530755

Error with borohir with frama 1.9.2 su
Sent from my M2 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

Try with Framaroot 1.9.0 "barahir".. I rooted my phone with this version and also rooted 3 more with same.
Sent from my Gionee M2.

Use Framaroot 1.9.2 And Click Barahir to root your gionee m2....
Hit THANKS if i helped u....

(MetroPCS) LG Leon LGMS345 (KDZ/Root/TWRP/Bootloader Unlock/Xposed/Custom Rom)

Disclaimer: I am not responsible for any damages that may occur from using any of the information provided below. If you need help feel free to ask.
Warning: You will not be able to return to LGMS34510b after flashing D or F.
Flashing KDZ will remove root and custom recovery. You may need to unlock bootloader after flashing.
KDZ Files for LG Leon LGMS345 (MetroPCS)
LGMS345 AMTPKT MS34510F_00 MTP MetroPCS Download (Stock Android 5.1.1)(Bootloader can be Unlocked)
LGMS345 AMTPKT MS34510D_00 MTP MetroPCS Download (Stock Android 5.1.1)(Bootloader can be unlocked)
Tools:
LG Drivers - http://www.rootmetropcs.com/lg-leon/drivers/LG-Mobile-Driver_v4.0.3.0.zip
LG Flash Tool - http://www.rootmetropcs.com/lg-leon/LG_Flash_Tool_2014/LG Flash Tool 2014.zip
KDZ Extractor - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2483250
How to flash kdz: (Unbrick Phone)
Remove the battery and put it back in.
Hold the Volume Up button while connecting to USB Cable to the phone from the computer.
The Volume up button needs to be held until it reaches download mode
Having problems connecting phone?
[*]Open device manager and change the LG Mobile USB Serial port to COM 20 and restart.
Open the Flash Tool
Select Type: 3GQCT
PhoneMode: EMERGENCY
KDZ : MS34510f_00.KDZ
Click on Normal Flash
Click on Clear update registry
Country: different country
Language: English (If no language displays do not worry. Just leave blank)
Click okay and wait for the LG Mobile Support tool to recognize the device. It takes a minute or two but the tool will recognize it. The software starts the extraction and re-boots at %100. You can remove USB cable, your device will boot normally, and the device is no longer stuck in a boot loop.
Unlocking bootloader:
Launch the Settings Application
Scroll Down and Tap on About Phone(or About Device)
Locate the Build Number Section
Tap on the Build Number Option 7 Times
Go Back to the Main Settings Page
Scroll Down and Tap on Developer Options
Enable USB Debugging mode.
Look for the ‘OEM Unlock’ Option in the Developer Mode Section (tap and check the box)
Now the bootloader is unlocked.
One Click Root - (Root + SupuerSU)
Developed by CamoHidddenDj
Downloads:
LG ROOT ZIP (LG Leon one click root zip)
LG Drivers (LG Universal drivers. You may already have installed)
Navigate to downloads and install LG Drivers.
Navigate to download location and UNZIP the file. LG_Leon_OCR_v2.zip
Navigate to the unzipped folder \LG_Leon_OCR_v2
Connect your LG leon to the computer via USB cable. Make sure you have unlocked bootloader.
In the LG_Leon_OCR_v2 folder click the root.bat (This will root your device)
follow the instructions and wait. (Phone will reboot a couple times)
When done you may need to remove battery and reboot.
You are now rooted.
Custom Recovery for LG Leon MS345
Developed by Unjustified Dev
Downloads:
TWRP - Download
How to install custom recovery
Install Flashify from playstore.
Open Flashify
Grant Superuser permissions.
Under Flash Tab Click Recovery Image
Choose file explorer and navigate to where you save twrp-2.8.7.0-ms345.img and select.
It will ask Flash recovery? Tap YUP!
Once recovery has finished flashing it will ask if you want to reboot. Click Ok.
This should boot you into TWRP Recovery mode.
Xposed for LG Leon MS345
Created by rovo89
Downloads:
Xposed Installer APK - (Xposed Installer APP For LG Leon)
Xposed Lollipop Framework - (Xposed Lollipop 5.1.1 for LG Leon)'
How to Install Xposed
Boot into recovery TWRP
Tap Install
Navigate to folder you saved xposed-v79-sdk22-arm.zip and select.
Swipe to confirm Flash.
When Flash is complete Reboot to System.
Install XposedInstall_3.0_alpha4.apk
Now you should have Xposed framework installed and be able to download modules.
Custom Roms:
cm-12.1-20150906-UNOFFICIAL - Created by LEPT-Development (Camera does not work)

Mod Edit: OP Quote removed
hello what is the decrypt key for the mega links

JTOSYNCROW said:
hello what is the decrypt key for the mega links
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My guess is this post has to do with that link to the custom TWRP recovery and that it's all a scheme to get us to click through. He could easily post the mega.nz link directly. I might have to say this one is a false flag unless someone else can hopefully prove me wrong.

mario0318 said:
My guess is this post has to do with that link to the custom TWRP recovery and that it's all a scheme to get us to click through. He could easily post the mega.nz link directly. I might have to say this one is a false flag unless someone else can hopefully prove me wrong.
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I will upload to personal server today. All methods work and been tested. Should not need decryption key for any files. Will post new links today.

All links have been updated and tested multiple times. If you can not get this to work it is something you are doing wrong. Either you do not have the MetroPCS variant or you did not follow directions. Make sure you are using the LG Leon MS345 10 d/e/y and you follow directions. I have personally tested these methods numerous times and all work without a problem. Thanks.

Do Not flash this on a LG Risio from Cricket. It will hard brick and no longer power on =( Flashes fine though, lol

I have that issue with supesu binary update. I finally got it to say installed successfully after trying to update it immediately after root checking. Although after i did the reboot kingroot showed up in the notification bar to root again. Any advice?
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Oh also it messages me on *occasion* that another superuser is installed.

I rooted with Kingroot, used the Kingroot to Su script, installed Flashify to flash recovery.....all good right now.

Will it work for LG-H324t v10c Philippines?

Link
Brother the links not working

All these links go to BS!

yes for some reason links arent working

Missing a Step
Step one go to Settings after that go to General then click Developer options and the final step is to Enable OEM unlock. this should get rid of the security error code 1003.
my phone type is MS34510f Lg Leon with android version 5.1.1
dmmckitrick said:
Disclaimer: I am not responsible for any damages that may occur from using any of the information provided below. If you need help feel free to ask.
Warning: You will not be able to return to LGMS34510b after flashing D or F.
Flashing KDZ will remove root and custom recovery. You may need to unlock bootloader after flashing.
KDZ Files for LG Leon LGMS345 (MetroPCS)
LGMS345 AMTPKT MS34510F_00 MTP MetroPCS Download (Stock Android 5.1.1)(Bootloader can be Unlocked)
LGMS345 AMTPKT MS34510D_00 MTP MetroPCS Download (Stock Android 5.1.1)(Bootloader can be unlocked)
Tools:
LG Drivers - http://www.rootmetropcs.com/lg-leon/drivers/LG-Mobile-Driver_v4.0.3.0.zip
LG Flash Tool - http://www.rootmetropcs.com/lg-leon/LG_Flash_Tool_2014/LG Flash Tool 2014.zip
KDZ Extractor - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2483250
How to flash kdz: (Unbrick Phone)
Remove the battery and put it back in.
Hold the Volume Up button while connecting to USB Cable to the phone from the computer.
The Volume up button needs to be held until it reaches download mode
Having problems connecting phone?
[*]Open device manager and change the LG Mobile USB Serial port to COM 20 and restart.
Open the Flash Tool
Select Type: 3GQCT
PhoneMode: EMERGENCY
KDZ : MS34510f_00.KDZ
Click on Normal Flash
Click on Clear update registry
Country: different country
Language: English (If no language displays do not worry. Just leave blank)
Click okay and wait for the LG Mobile Support tool to recognize the device. It takes a minute or two but the tool will recognize it. The software starts the extraction and re-boots at %100. You can remove USB cable, your device will boot normally, and the device is no longer stuck in a boot loop.
Unlocking bootloader:
Launch the Settings Application
Scroll Down and Tap on About Phone(or About Device)
Locate the Build Number Section
Tap on the Build Number Option 7 Times
Go Back to the Main Settings Page
Scroll Down and Tap on Developer Options
Enable USB Debugging mode.
Look for the ‘OEM Unlock’ Option in the Developer Mode Section (tap and check the box)
Now the bootloader is unlocked.
One Click Root - (Root + SupuerSU)
Developed by CamoHidddenDj
Downloads:
LG ROOT ZIP (LG Leon one click root zip)
LG Drivers (LG Universal drivers. You may already have installed)
Navigate to downloads and install LG Drivers.
Navigate to download location and UNZIP the file. LG_Leon_OCR_v2.zip
Navigate to the unzipped folder \LG_Leon_OCR_v2
Connect your LG leon to the computer via USB cable. Make sure you have unlocked bootloader.
In the LG_Leon_OCR_v2 folder click the root.bat (This will root your device)
follow the instructions and wait. (Phone will reboot a couple times)
When done you may need to remove battery and reboot.
You are now rooted.
Custom Recovery for LG Leon MS345
Developed by Unjustified Dev
Downloads:
TWRP - Download
How to install custom recovery
Install Flashify from playstore.
Open Flashify
Grant Superuser permissions.
Under Flash Tab Click Recovery Image
Choose file explorer and navigate to where you save twrp-2.8.7.0-ms345.img and select.
It will ask Flash recovery? Tap YUP!
Once recovery has finished flashing it will ask if you want to reboot. Click Ok.
This should boot you into TWRP Recovery mode.
Xposed for LG Leon MS345
Created by rovo89
Downloads:
Xposed Installer APK - (Xposed Installer APP For LG Leon)
Xposed Lollipop Framework - (Xposed Lollipop 5.1.1 for LG Leon)'
How to Install Xposed
Boot into recovery TWRP
Tap Install
Navigate to folder you saved xposed-v79-sdk22-arm.zip and select.
Swipe to confirm Flash.
When Flash is complete Reboot to System.
Install XposedInstall_3.0_alpha4.apk
Now you should have Xposed framework installed and be able to download modules.
Custom Roms:
cm-12.1-20150906-UNOFFICIAL - Created by LEPT-Development (Camera does not work)
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Terrible, so much effort was put into making a pretty awesome post with all the tools needed to handle the Leon..... and all links are trash...
does anyone moderate around here?
very annoying for XDA I expect more.....
going to android central

Hi, someone can send me the aboot.bin file from an unlocked phone? thanks

I have went through and found working links for the files that did not having working links.
LG Drivers - http://tool.lime.gdms.lge.com/dn/downloader.dev?fileKey=UW00120120425
LG Flash Tool - http://etp.tfm.ro/LG Flash Tool 2014.zip
LG One Click Root - http://androidforums.com/attachments/lg_leon_ocr_v2-zip.93091/
LG MS345 Custom TWRP Recovery - http://qc1.androidfilehost.com/dl/K...611/24052804347772357/twrp-2.8.7.0-ms345.img?
XPosed Installer APK - http://www.apkmirror.com/wp-content...d.xposed.installer-3.0_alpha4-37-minAPI15.apk
XPosed Lollipop Framework - https://ga1.androidfilehost.com/dl/...7/24336189125296133/xposed-v79-sdk22-arm.zip?
CyanogenMod 12.1 for LG MS345 - https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24052804347809242
Please let me know if any of these need correcting.

You guys are better off trying the XenonHD ROM. Much speedier than CM 12 at least on the MS345. Check it out here. Please be sure to read through the thread though. There are a few minor issues, especially with the camera not working, same with this CM 12 ROM. Third party camera apps may work though.

Hello XDA.
This afaik is where the gurus Nest, and I'd really appreciate some help.
MS 345 (leon)
Status/operability. (using windows 7)
Boot = loop / Fail. (optimizing app 1/31)
Download/Firmware Mode = accessible
Factory Reset = accessible, but avails nothing.
Android MTP device driver installation (Fails.)
LGE Mobile USB composite Device (Installs)
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Background/info:
I want to either go stock on this phone, or get the system to forget about "optimizing apps" and actually BOOT.
LG suite cannot communicate with Device.
Flash tool will complete – but I cannot revert this an older version.
Phone uses a custom “Factory Reset” script/menu. Its all pretty whereas the usual stock android ones are text based only.
History :
( When it had original firmware
>>Brother Does his handiwork (Problem) phone hangs during MetroPCS logo Animation. Factory reset at this point avails nothing.
>>Flashed to later Revision of firmware from LG / Metro Rev b. to d.
>> Optimizing app 1/31 – goes to around 22, reboots before finishing. Endless.
My suspicion is that the phone doesn't have enough free space to do what it needs to re:moving operations Mind you, I'm a novice when it comes to the android realm, but i could not clear the cache due to the strange recovery menu / bootup rom LG uses.
At this point I reckon my options are :
1. Access the partitions directly using ADB / a partition tool and wipe the partition so I could flash it with the original OS.
Is this a viable option? (apparently NOT, because I cannot enable USB debugging)
I have downloaded and installed Android Studio, and even tried the stand alone SDK windows package.
Here where my obstacles:
ADB cannot see phone. command:adb Devices)
Again, People recommend putting phone into USB debug mode in Android>Settings. But that's not an option with a 'bricked' phone. I tried to manually install several drivers (for MTP) but none of them work, only the composite ones. But I didnt know whether MTP drive would be mandatory to access the partitions.
In my most recent attempt at fixing this phone, I've tried (or attempted) the instructions found on these pages:
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Strangely even though I can use the flash program and operate on the phone, I still cannot use ADB to access the phone so I can wipe the partitions.
If anyone knows how else I could REALLY wipe this Android, or think I am on the wrong Path. Please, please help.
ps. This guy said I CANNOT revert to a previous OS:
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Hi Everyone,
Do you know if the T-Mobile version of the LG Leon can be customized in the same manner as these posts shown above?
Please advise,

S5 S.T.E. ROM v5.3 [LATEST][GT I919X][TRUE S5 Xperiance]

First of all i want to make sure one thing to all the developers and users in this forum. I am not the developer of this rom. I am just sharing the work of a Great Developer. So i request everyone not to use any feature of this rom in yours. If you want to, then please ask proper permissions from the actual developer and give proper credits. Please must follow this
CAUTION: I will not be responsible for anything that will happen to your device while flashing or using this rom. Not even the developers too. You are solely responsible for everything that will happen to your device while using this ROM. Mind that Dudes
READ THIS FIRST
1. I am sharing this work here from some other forum with the permission of the developer.
2. So please don't ask for ETA's of updates.
3. If any one facing any new bug, please report here, but don't ask questions like "when it will be solved"?
4. It will be notified to the developer and it will be resolved off gradually.:good::good:
5. Don't use Harsh Language while posting in the comment sections.
Prerequisites:
1. You Must have the Stock Kitkat 4.4.2 in your phone before flashing this.
2. You must have the CWM recovery/Philz Recovery installed in your phone (Highly Recommended)
ROM FEATURES
1. Multiwindow
2. UPSM Mode
3. Private Mode
4. Toolbox
5. Statusbar Settings
6. Advanced Power-Off Settings
7. Animation Settings
8. Dynamic Statusbar
9. One Handed Operation
10. Circle Sidebar
11. Gesture Anywhere
12. Guest Mode
13. USB Fast Charge Support
14. Themes Support and So On........
Installation Instructions
1. First download the Firmware Package from below links.
For GT I9192 Users: https://yadi.sk/d/FwwmUW6knq3rS
For GT I9190 Users: https://yadi.sk/d/8M2V0av6npiug
For GT I9195 Users: https://yadi.sk/d/cl2m5Ujtnpisi
2. Flash the above firmware through ODIN. Complete the setup
3. Then download the following ROM file...
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Links removed for containing warez
4. Download the rom from above link. Put it in your sdcard and flash via recovery.
5. The GT I9190 users can flash the rom and reboot the phone. No fixes are needed.
6. For GT I9192 and GT I9195 users, download the following corresponding fixes and place it in sdcard along with the Rom file. Flash the fix immediately after flashing the rom and then reboot. otherwise you may results in bootlop.
For GT I9192 Users: https://yadi.sk/d/QGSI0M8ioXyxe
For GT I9195 Users: https://yadi.sk/d/9P-gP3MPoXyzL
7. That's it..!!!!!
Post installation instructions
1. After flashing the ROM and fixes. No setup screen will come and dont get panic.
2. Also the phone language will be in Russian or serbian i think. Don't panic for that too.
3. Just go to settings (language is not needed for to select settings lol) and look for the language and input option...you can easily find it out. Or other wise check the screenshots. And in that you can see the option for language change. Change it to whichever language you want and phone will gets rebooted. Then you can enjoy all the features of the ROM..
4. Attached the screenshots in post #2.
Updates
Update 5.2.2
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Update 5.3
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=66420894&postcount=112
Download the above updates and flash through recovery. That's it...[/FONT]
Bugs
1. The GT I9192 users will not be able to see, in which sim they had received the calls in the call logs menu. To solve this problem, use "Zero Dialer" app from the playstore, it'll show you the sim numbers of the calls received.
2. Apps which has the drop down menu option will force closes whenever you press it. (mostly the payment apps only. The solution to this is you can use browser (instead of the app) for that :laugh::laugh::laugh
3. For GT I9192 users, system ui fc occurs if you make calls with the Heads Up option enabled. So don't use that
Miscellaneous Downloads/Fixes
S Planner Fix:: https://yadi.sk/d/F6RCXEfor6JLs
Highly Debloated Stock KK Firmware [GT I9192 only]: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23991606952601631
Alexax66 Kernel v0.1.2 for proper working of Init.d [for I9192 only]: https://yadi.sk/d/ZrbLcaxLprxiF
Smart manager Zip : https://yadi.sk/d/wRM32G-2nxvw2
Google Contacts and Calender Sync : https://yadi.sk/d/STiGJ3aFkTwjo
Kids Mode Zip: https://yadi.sk/d/D06Jn5Btee3G3 [This kids mode is having some problems, some force closes will occurs, so try this only you need this badly!!!!!!!]
Fantastic Audio Mod
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=66441061&postcount=121 [Recommended only for music hearing geeks]
For themes: Go to the following link and download the theme packages and flash it through Recovery
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s4-mini/themes-apps/theme-collection-theme-chooser-t3060241
For Fonts: Go to the following link, download the Samsungsans apk file and replace it with the original one in the system/app folder
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s4-mini/themes-apps/fonts-styles-4-mini-t3119509
(also attached the CWM Recovery files for GT I9192 Only in post #3)
CREDITS
*Ploiki
*Chernoknijnik
*Narkoman88
Additional Credits
"Alexax66" for the Kernel
"Unknown 'VK Forum' Friends" for Additional files and YandexDisk Links
"Silviumik" for the Debloated Stock Firmware for Duos Version
"Fanion" for the themes
"Petravergil" for the fonts
"ruhul5" for the Google Drive Link
"yogi78" for checking the kernel and private mode for Duos Version
"syednawaz" for helping out the GT I9190 users
and most importantly "The XDA Community"
Update 5.3
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=66420894&postcount=112
Download the above updates and flash through recovery. That's it...[/FONT][/SIZE]
Bugs
1. The GT I9192 users will not be able to see, in which sim they had received the calls in the call logs menu. To solve this problem, use "Zero Dialer" app from the playstore, it'll show you the sim numbers of the calls received.
2. Apps which has the drop down menu option will force closes whenever you press it. (mostly the payment apps only. The solution to this is you can use browser (instead of the app) for that :laugh::laugh::laugh
3. For GT I9192 users, system ui fc occurs if you make calls with the Heads Up option enabled. So don't use that
Miscellaneous Downloads/Fixes
S Planner Fix:: https://yadi.sk/d/F6RCXEfor6JLs
Highly Debloated Stock KK Firmware [GT I9192 only]: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23991606952601631
Alexax66 Kernel v0.1.2 for proper working of Init.d [for I9192 only]: https://yadi.sk/d/ZrbLcaxLprxiF
Smart manager Zip : https://yadi.sk/d/wRM32G-2nxvw2
Google Contacts and Calender Sync : https://yadi.sk/d/STiGJ3aFkTwjo
Kids Mode Zip: https://yadi.sk/d/D06Jn5Btee3G3 [This kids mode is having some problems, some force closes will occurs, so try this only you need this badly!!!!!!!]
Fantastic Audio Mod
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=66441061&postcount=121 [Recommended only for music hearing geeks]
For themes: Go to the following link and download the theme packages and flash it through Recovery
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s4-mini/themes-apps/theme-collection-theme-chooser-t3060241
For Fonts: Go to the following link, download the Samsungsans apk file and replace it with the original one in the system/app folder
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s4-mini/themes-apps/fonts-styles-4-mini-t3119509
(also attached the CWM Recovery files for GT I9192 Only in post #3)
CREDITS
*Ploiki
*Chernoknijnik
*Narkoman88
Additional Credits
"Alexax66" for the Kernel
"Unknown 'VK Forum' Friends" for Additional files and YandexDisk Links
"Silviumik" for the Debloated Stock Firmware for Duos Version
"Fanion" for the themes
"Petravergil" for the fonts
"ruhul5" for the Google Drive Link
"yogi78" for checking the kernel and private mode for Duos Version
"syednawaz" for helping out the GT I9190 users
and most importantly "The XDA Community"

To change Language
To change the language after setup see the following screenshots...

CWM Recovery for Duos Users
Flash Via Odin

More Screenshots

there is a problem in power menu doesn't appear

Mo7amed_Gom3a said:
there is a problem in power menu doesn't appear
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Activate the developer option, go to that and in the last you will see an option called "advanced system settings".
In that, you will see an option with the name "Power off button setting". There you will have all the options for the power menu..

Do not install this !! Its full of viruses and adds !!!! Once you installed you can't uninstall the adds and viruses !!

djares21 said:
Do not install this !! Its full of viruses and adds !!!! Once you installed you can't uninstall the adds and viruses !!
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Viruses and adds?!?!?!?!
I don't understand.....
You talking about the stagefright bug?!?!?!
Sent 4m My S4 Mini Duos with S5 "STE" Rom by PLOIKI

djares21 said:
Do not install this !! Its full of viruses and adds !!!! Once you installed you can't uninstall the adds and viruses !!
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Also what you mean by, "Once you installed you can't uninstall the adds and viruses?" LOL....Its funny....
Because for the past 2 weeks i am using this rom and before that also i used this and i changed to CM 13 and some other MM ports for short time. No problems arised while changing....
Now due to some reasons, i revert back to this.... And moreover some of the users here personally contacted me to give the links of this rom. That's why i created this thread....
And one more thing i am not making any fun of you. But i want you to make clear about the "Viruses and Adds" thing??!!!!!

Was really looking forward to trying it out, what viruses :crying:

Init.d will force close
Hi
If u get Init.d will force close use this kernel Alexax66 0.1.2 for I9192

Hello there. my phone never had kitkat officially so i am using s6&N5 port(which is 4.4).
do i still have to download I9190XXUCOC1_SER.zip? or can i directly flash S5_STE_Rom_v.5.2.1.zip.
because i heard kitkat update bootloader and i do not want my bootloader to be updated as i may want to go for jelly bean.
btw i updated s6 port(kitkat) from NEW S6 n N5 Project thread from jellybean. and worked fine.

okay i flashed it over s6 port(4.4.4). but i got random restarts. then i went in twrp recovery and wiped everything and freshed install only flash S5_STE_Rom_v.5.2.1.zip file. still crashed. i guess i have to follow your instruction but as i said i cant install kitkat stock firmware as it may update the bootloader.

syednawaz said:
okay i flashed it over s6 port(4.4.4). but i got random restarts. then i went in twrp recovery and wiped everything and freshed install only flash S5_STE_Rom_v.5.2.1.zip file. still crashed. i guess i have to follow your instruction but as i said i cant install kitkat stock firmware as it may update the bootloader.
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You can remove the bootloader files from the stockfirmware.tar file using total commander and flash the firmware
Sent from my ASUS_T00J using XDA Free mobile app

DarkFrenzy said:
You can remove the bootloader files from the stockfirmware.tar file using total commander and flash the firmware
Sent from my ASUS_T00J using XDA Free mobile app
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little bit more help please. How to do it? which file to delete? and total commander for pc right?

syednawaz said:
little bit more help please. How to do it? which file to delete? and total commander for pc right?
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Here is a tutorial
http://www.s4miniarchive.com/2013/12/how-to-remove-knox-bootloader-from-new.html?m=1
Rename .tar.md5 to .tar and open using total commander and just
Just remove everything except system.img and boot.img
Then flash from odin
Sent from my ASUS_T00J using XDA Free mobile app

DarkFrenzy said:
Here is a tutorial
http://www.s4miniarchive.com/2013/12/how-to-remove-knox-bootloader-from-new.html?m=1
Rename .tar.md5 to .tar and open using total commander and just
Just remove everything except system.img and boot.img
Then flash from odin
Sent from my ASUS_T00J using XDA Free mobile app
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have you tried like that for kitkat? i do not want to brick my phone . but if you have tried it i will try as well.

syednawaz said:
have you tried like that for kitkat? i do not want to brick my phone . but if you have tried it i will try as well.
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Yes i have tried that. U can also try. Just remove all the files except system.img and boot.img then flash then you will have the kitkat firmware installed then u need to flash this rom
Sent from my ASUS_T00J using XDA Free mobile app

after deleting files and then selecting it in odin i get md5 error, binary is invalid. any help plz
and that link is for linux, i do not understand it.
solved. by removing md5. now installing

syednawaz said:
after deleting files and then selecting it in odin i get md5 error, binary is invalid. any help plz
and that link is for linux, i do not understand it.
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Remove .md5 the firmware should be in xxx.tar not xxx.tar.md5
Sent from my ASUS_T00J using XDA Free mobile app

[ROM][STABLE][SM-A520X][AXES ROM v1][DEODEX/ROOT/XPOSED/BUSYBOX & MORE!]

Code:
/*
* Your warranty is now void.
*
* We (The AXES Team) are not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
* thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please
* do some research if you have any concerns about features included in this ROM
* before flashing it! YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if
* you point the finger at us for messing up your device, We will laugh at you.
*/
AXES Rom as in: "AlexsaderXxvirusElazarSystem", is a Stock Touchwiz Marshmallow Rom based on the A520FXXU1AQC3 firmware for the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 Smartphone which is compatible with the following Model Numbers:
A520F (Europe, Global Single-SIM)
A520F/DS (Global Dual-SIM)
A520K/L/S (South Korea)
A520W (Canada)
FEATURES:
1- February 2017 Security Patch
2- Pre-rooted
3- Xposed Framework Pre-installed
4- XTouchWiz Xposed Module Pre-installed
5- Busybox Pre-installed
6- Samsung's Good Lock UI applied
7- Galaxy S8 Touchwiz Launcher set as the default launcher
8- Nova Launcher available as well
9- Multiple User Accounts (Main, Guest)
10- Advanced Reboot Menu
11- Pop-up View Gestures
12- Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Apps Edge
13- build.prop Tweaks
14- Viper4Android v2.3.4.0 (Make sure to use the: "Compatible Mode" option in the Viper app since we've inserted another sound mod)
For more info you can check out VIPER'S Audio Website here:
http://vipersaudio.com/blog/?page_id=127
And the Official Xda Thread here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2191223
15- eXtremeBeats Aural Maximizer 2™ Audio Mod
For more info you can check out the Official Xda Thread of eXtremeBeats here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2634729
16- S Health Available & Working
17- Knox removed
18- Comes in a 1.4 GB of Size Package
CREDITS:
@alexsaderxda ---> He's Rom as base for AXES Rom and he's help in the Development Area
@XxViRUsPRO ---> Lead Developer/Main Developer
@LorDElazAR ---> Ideas for the Rom and the Creator of this Thread along with it's Text
SPECIAL THANKS:
@samsung for their Firmware & Good Lock UI
@SuperR. for he's Linux Kitchen
@JustArchi for he's ArchiKitchen
@rovo89 for Xposed
@wanam for he's XTouchWiz Xposed Module
@Chainfire for Superuser
@viper520 for Viper4Android
@Ben Feutrill for he's eXtremeBeats Audio Mod
VERSION INFO:
Status: Stable
Current Stable Version: AXES Rom v1
Stable Release Date: Sat, May 13 2017
Hello A5 2017 Users,
Thank you for taking a look at what modified software (Rom) we have to offer for your device. In return we welcome you into considering joining our Galaxy A5 2017 Whatsapp Group.
If your interested, don't hesitate to check out the Original Xda Thread here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/samsung-a-series-2017/how-to/galaxy-a5-2017-whatsapp-t3561455
Best Regards,
The AXES Team
Don't forget to thank the Lead Developer/Main Developer @XxViRUsPRO in he's post down below for making all of this possible!
Also we'd love to hear from you through your feedbacks and ratings as it is much appreciated and it's what keeps us going into providing new updates and a better overall experience. So be honest above all else.
DOWNLOAD LINK:
https://mega.nz/#!4phlVZyT!oJDhCQyDqldlRSnALTF2itmZ_8p4eUZ_-7wudTUZLI4
Screenshots & Installation Instructions are available in the other posts down below.

Changelog:
[Sat, May 13 2017]: Initial Release
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Screenshots:

Requirements for installing AXES Rom:
1- A Human Brain
2- A PC/Laptop running Windows OS
3- Samsung USB-C Cable (USB-C to USB-A) which obviously comes with your phone in it's retail box.
4- Patience & Time at hand
Make sure to backup your files, contacts and so on before attempting to tamper with your device unofficially as the data residing in your phone's storage will be wiped!

Instructions on installing AXES Rom:
1- Go to your devices Settings ---> About device ---> Software info and tap on it's "Build number" several times in a row till a message appears saying that you have unlocked Developers mode.
Go back one step and you'll find a new option defined as: "Developers mode".
Without further ado select Developers mode in Settings and turn on: "OEM unlock".
2- Make sure the above step is fulfilled before you move on to this step. This guide is case sensitive and your device is on the line in case you do not follow the necessary steps provided in the right sequence and way.
Turn Off your phone completely and press and hold it's Power Button along with it's Volume Down Button & Home Button to enter: "Download Mode".
After the Samsung phone name logo, you will see a blue screen with a warning sign.
Proceed by simply pressing the Volume Up button once as seen on the screen.
Now you are in the: "Download Mode" aka: "Odin Mode" for flashing firmware files using the Samsung flashing tool called Odin.
3- In this step we will be attempting to Flash a Custom Recovery entitled: "TWRP" which stands for: "Team Win Recovery Project".
To do so we will need to download the Odin Windows Application as described above in Step 2 for flashing the custom recovery file.
WARNING: Flashing a custom recovery to your device will trip the Knox warranty bit on your phone. Check with your mobile provider to see if they will still cover warranty on Knox bit triggered devices. If you understand this risk, continue on.
Odin v3.12.3 Download Link:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2711451
You'll find the link in the attachments section below the thread.
TWRP Recovery v3.0.2.0 (ONLY for SM-A520F/DS) Download Link:
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=745425885120710156
Once you've download both files from the given links above, extract the folder: "Odin3 v3.12.3" from the Odin3 v3.12.3.zip file to your desktop and move the: "A5-SM-A520F-TWRP-3.0.2.0.tar" file to the Odin folder you just extracted.
Run the Odin3 Application within that folder.
Click on the: "Options" Tab after Log and uncheck: "Auto Reboot" and make sure that: "F. Reset Time" is checked.
Go back to the: "Log" Tab and click on the: "AP" button and select the: "A5-SM-A520F-TWRP-3.0.2.0.tar" file you just moved to the Odin folder in your desktop.
In order for Odin to detect that your phone's connected to your PC/Laptop make sure you have the Samsung Usb Driver for Mobile Phones installed onto your PC/Laptop.
If you already have it installed then simply skip obtaining it from the download link below.
Samsung Usb Driver for Mobile Phones Download Link:
https://yadi.sk/d/uubiaKw6j8bug
Afterwards connect your phone to your PC/Laptop using the Samsung USB-C Cable.
Once Odin displays that your device is connected, hit the: "Start" button below and wait for the file to be done flashing. You will notice above a green progress bar filling up towards the end and also your phone's screen will display a white progress bar to go along with it.

4- Odin will display a green: "Done" box above when it's done flashing TWRP Recovery.
Afterwards we will reboot our phone normally by simply pressing and holding the Volume Up Button and Power Button for a few seconds (around 10 sec.) and then we instantly press and hold the Volume Up Button along with the Power Button and Home Button before we see the Samsung Galaxy A5 Bootlogo in order to successfully boot to TWRP Recovery.
5- You will reach a TWRP Recovery screen asking you if you want to allow system modifications. Swipe right and enable modifications and select: "Don't show this again".
6- For the Internal Storage or Data to work in TWRP Recovery we will have to go to: "Wipe" then "Format Data" (not advanced wipe) and type: "yes".
Go to: "Reboot" and select: "Recovery".
7- Your phone will reboot to TWRP Recovery once again.
If you have the Rom zip file available in your External SD Card then skip Part 1 of this step and move on to Part 2.
Part 1: While running TWRP Recovery on your device, connect your phone to your PC/Laptop using the usb cable and copy the Rom zip file to your phone's Internal Storage.
Part 2: Finally go to: "Install", select storage and select: "Internal" or "External storage" wherever you copied and stored the AXES Rom zip file.
Locate the Rom in either storages, select it and swipe to the right to flash it.
Wait for the Rom to be flashed entirely and then select the reboot option.
Rebooting to the system will require about 5 minutes so be patient and don't forget to report back to us with your experience!

Does this rom flash thru odin or???

No You Can Flash It Only Via Custom Recovery Like TWRP and CWM

in testing.
thanks for the rom.

Is it safe to flash this rom to a SM-A520F??? not duos

Kargi said:
Is it safe to flash this rom to a SM-A520F??? not duos
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This ROM Is For SM-A520F/DS

LorDElazAR said:
Screenshots:
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Whats up with this UI?

argoitiaangeel said:
Whats up with this UI?
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This Is Samsung Good Lock UI and This Can Be Modified By User So He Can Change Colors,Clock And Lock Screen Effects

Guys Any One Need Help Or Have Any Question PM Private Or PM On WhatsApp (+96176406231) And Dont Forget Give Me And LorDEazAR Thanks If You Like This ROM

NO OS INSTALLED .. after flashing through TWRP ..
XxViRUsPRO said:
Guys Any One Need Help Or Have Any Question PM Private Or PM On WhatsApp (+96176406231) And Dont Forget Give Me And LorDEazAR Thanks If You Like This ROM
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can u make a video how to flash this rom successfully. tnk u /

Nougat Comming.... All Test :good:
For Now! For More Helping [Press Thanks Buttom & Go Try My ROM]

xAce4 said:
can u make a video how to flash this rom successfully. tnk u /
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Hello xAce4!
Make sure to follow the Instructions in the posts above you for Installing the Rom successfully.

Samsung theme work on this rom?

mcvisster said:
Samsung theme work on this rom?
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Yes it's available.

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[NOOB’s][DETAILED] [GUIDE] TO Backup/Restore Stock+ Unlock Bootloader + TWRP + ROOT

A/A & Welcome,
READ THE FULL GUIDE OR YOU CAN LAND IN TROUBLE
Ain't gonna work on pie official
AND DO PRESS THE THANKS BUTTON
Disclaimer
* Your warranty is now void.
* I am not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
thermonuclear war, or anything that happens to your device
INTRO
This is a full guide for unlock/relock, install TWRP, Root your device and backup/restore stock OS. Each and every step is explained thoroughly with pictures and videos.
I have ASUS Zenfone Max Pro M1 (6GB variant) (X00TD) (ZB601KL), so I can’t test for other variants. Please report back issues, corrections, omissions, etc., though the guide should work for all devices.
THINGS TO KNOW (IMPORTANT)
~Every text written in double quotes “” means the same written without the quotes.
e.g.:- “abcd” means abcd
“zxcv” means zxcv
They (“”) help to separate usual text from the other text (like a command, file name, etc.)
~If you have not enabled file name extensions then you will see files without their extension and vice versa
e.g.:- “filename”, “mypicture” in 1st case
“filename.extension”, “mypicture.png” in 2nd case, respectively.
~Boot Partition or Bootloader:-This is the partition that enables the phone to boot. Without this partition, the device will not be able to boot.
~Recovery Partition:-Recovery partition lets you boots the device into a recovery mode to perform recovery tasks.
~TWRP: - stands for TeamWin Recovery Project. It is a custom touch recovery that is GUI based.
~Flashing: - simplest: - installing
~Fastboot Partition: - lets us reflash partitions. (On device)
~Fastboot: - is an executable used to reflash partitions. It comes with the Android SDK. (On PC)
~Rooting: - an Android phone lets owner edit system files. Thus enabling various tweaks and use of apps that require root access.
~Device driver: - determines how PC will communicate with a device.
~Unlocking/Relocking:-With a locked Bootloader, booting into custom things is not allowed is not. Unlocking lets us do so.
~Reboot: - Switching ON AND OFF (in simple terms)
Requirements
MIND, PC, USB Cable, Internet, Fully charged PC (Windows OS), and obviously Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1
The Real Steps From Here
FOLLOWING THIS GUIDE YOU WILL PROBABLY LOSE ALL THE DATA ON YOUR PHONE SO MAKE A BACKUP FIRST (Don’t worry it’s in guide too)
STEP 1. Downloading all the necessary files
a. Here are 2 zip file with everything you will probably need following the guide :-
basic zip
extension zip
. I have tested the procedures using these files only so maybe other versions might not work. A “guide.doc” with the same text as in here (on XDA) is also present. It will be of great help if you don’t have internet connection in PC.
The basic zip file contains minium files needed.
The extension zip file contains the TWRP recovery(then one used in the guide),guide.docx ,and the videos used here too.
Copy the twrp file to unlock folder of extracted folder.
b. Extract the zip file above.
First download the zip file and Copy to PC
Then Right Click on it
Then click “Extract All”
Uncheck “Show extracted files…”
Click on “Extract”
The folder “zip” will be extracted
Done
This “zip” folder will be called extracted folder in the guide video link to extract zip
To download most up to date version of the files go to links present at last
STEP 2. BACKUP
a. Use an apk backup tool to backup app installers
VIDEO TO BACKUP APP INSTALLERS
b. Some APPS like Whatsapp, etc. have backup to drive function use that
VIDEO TO BACKUP WHATSAPP CHATS
c. Backup SMS AND Call Logs
VIDEO TO BACKUP CALL LOGS AND MESSAGES
d. Copy each and every file from you internal storage to PC.
Video to backup each file to pc
DONE
Step 3. UNLOCKING BOOTLOADER(Data will be wiped)
2 options:-
A. Official Method (NOT TESTED): -
In extracted folder go to “unlock” folder then “Official” folder. Install the “UnlockTool_9.1.0.3_180621_fulldpi_signed_ZB601KL.apk” in Asus and follow the steps from there.
B. Unofficial Method (Tested):-
a. Installing Drivers
Connect phone using USB cable to PC
Right click on This Pc
Go to “Manage” > “Device Manager” Or Just search for “Computer Management”/“Device Manager”
A list will appear.
Find your device (best way to do so is by disconnecting/connecting the device and notice the changes accordingly in the list)
Now right click on it>”Update Driver Software”>“Browse my computer for driver software”
Now either enter path of the driver folder or click on browse and navigate to the driver path from there.
Press Next OR
“Let me pick …”>and select the driver
video to install driver
The drivers have been installed
b. Booting into FASTBOOT
Switch Off the Phone
Hold the Volume UP and Power ON Button Simultaneously
Device buttons labbled image
You will see this on your phone
image of FASTBOOT screen
c. Unlocking Bootloader
Now connect phone using USB cable to PC
Look for the “unlock” folder in the extracted folder.
Open it
Find “unlock.cmd” or “unlock” file
(Or “unlock no erase.cmd” to keep data {not tested})
Open it
Done
d. You will see some messages in yellow/brown/white colour on your phone
You will most probably see “encrypting your device”, “warning Bootloader unlocked” messages, let phone do its work and don’t interrupt it, and keep cable connected. Phone might reboot too. The phone will at last boot into stock OS and you will see the device setup screen.
image of the warning message
e. Now if you wanted TO ONLY UNLOCK BOOTLOADER THEN THE JOB IS DONE, long press power button. If you want to root or flash TWRP then continue (Tested method to root requires TWRP flashing or you can try the untested method to root only)
Step4. Installing/Flashing TWRP
TESTED METHOD
a. Connect phone using USB cable to PC
b. Don’t setup your device just now because possibilities are you might lose the data again
c. Boot into fastboot mode
d. Open the “unlock” folder in the extracted folder.
Now Two Different ways to opt for from here:-
i. THE LAZY METHOD (Tested)
a. Open “flash_recovery.bat” or “flash_recovery” in the “unlock” folder of the extracted folder.
b. You can flash the tested or any other recovery using this script.
c. Follow the steps from the script
video of how to use the script
d.Then go to step of Flashing ZIPS of The Manual Method
e. Done
OR
ii. The Manual Method (Tested)
a. Keeping Shift Key pressed, right click {with mouse} in the blank white space of the “unlock” folder’s explorer window.
b. From the menu select “open command window here”
c. A CMD window will be opened
open cmd video
d. Now type “fastboot devices”
e. See if your device is connected. You will see something like this
f. Now type “fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.2.3-0-X00TD-20181024.img”
If you want to flash any other recovery instead of “twrp-3.2.3-0-X00TD-20181024.img” write the file name of your recovery file. Make sure it’s in “unlock folder”. Though this recovery is the only tested one (by me).
g. Now keeping the phone connected to PC, boot into TWRP/Recovery by pressing the Volume Down and Power ON Button Simultaneously.
h. The usual warnings, messages and recovery boot screen will flash:-
warning image
twrp flash screen image
i. It may take some time to load so wait for at least 2 minutes.
j. Now if touch is not working press power button 2 times (on and off the screen)
video showing how to enable touch in twrp
k. If it shows “Swipe to Unlock” do so. If it shows “Swipe to Allow Modifications” then wait and continue reading …
swipe to allow image
swipe to unlock
l. “Swipe to Allow Modifications” means you allow TWRP to modify system. This will make sure TWRP remains in the phone and not just vanish after a reboot but it also means you will have to flash some other files to be able to boot into stock rom back.
m.
2 ways from here:-
i. Now after swiping, Decrypt Screen will appear just press cancel.
decrypt screen image
OR
ii. If you have data on the device then enter pin/password or try default_password.
If you had kept pattern then either go back and change it or try this:-
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
these no’s correspond to pattern dots.
Say you kept pattern “third row left to right” then the password is 789 .
If all these fail then you will have to lose your data.
n. As we don’t have any precious data in our phone we will (or you are compromising)
Press “Wipe”
Press “Format Data”
TYPE “yes”
Press “tick” or “enter key”
Done
wipe data video
>Flashing ZIPS
o. Now Copy these 2 files
i. “decrypt.zip” or “decrypt”
ii. “Disable_Dm-Verity_ForceEncrypt_12.16.2018.zip” or “Disable_Dm-Verity_ForceEncrypt_12.16.2018”
From extracted folder to your phones internal storage.
p. Go to Install>select the zip>swipe to flash (flash dm_verity… then decrypt…)
If you don’t see your device storage connected then try reconnecting using USB cable and also check if MTP is enabled.
enable mtp video
>Done
Want to root? Then continue…
or >
Now reboot to system Go to Reboot>System
video to show how to rebbot to system in twrp
Step 5. Rooting
We will be using Magisk to root you can use any other method but this is the only tested method.
a. Copy “Magisk-v18.0.zip” or “Magisk-v18.0” to your phones internal storage from extracted folder.
b. Go to Install>select Magisk…>swipe to flash
Done
c. Now reboot to system Go to Reboot>System
reboot video
e. To use Magisk properly you may need to download latest apk. (Link at last)
Step 6. Relock (NOT TESTED)
a. Connect phone using USB cable to PC
b. Boot into fastboot mode
c. Open “Relock” folder from extracted folder
d. Open “relock.cmd” or “relock” file
Done
Step 7. RESTORING
a. First setup the Device again
b. Copy each and every file back to the phone storage
c. Now to restore messages see the restoring part of this video here
d. WhatsApp messages will be automatically restored after you install the app with same number as before.
Tips
After rooting don’t just go on and flash a custom rom. Take a backup first (of all partitions) using TWRP and keep it safe somewhere so you won’t need to find unbrick tutorials later. Plus you will have your most stable and tailored rom with you.
Also don’t just go on and flash xyz mod. Research and then Flash.
Magisk is our best friend. It lets you do modifications without hurting the system. The Magisk modules are most safe mods as they can be reverted back easily.
And don’t just go on and debloat stock OS. In Magisk there is a module called Debloater use that. You can easily revert back if anything goes wrong.
Other good Magisk modules: - Energized, Systemizer, MidnightCore & Advanced Charging Controller (acc) but do read their XDA guides first.
Sources/Credits:-
Dm_Verity.zip Official XDA:-
link
Original unlocking XDA:-
link
Magisk XDA:-
link
Original Decrypt Data XDA:-
link
TWRP Used XDA:-
link
Credits to the authors of the above guides
Plus sorry for bad editing of videos. I am facing some problems. Will try to post better videos.
I thank all the members who have made the previous guides for their hard work. This guide by no means disrespects their hard work. This guide is just an Addition instead of an Alternative.
Read the full guide
Press the thanks button

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Not working for pie official

Deleted cruddy comments. Good job.

Good initiative but not so good noob guide. Please format it for better organization and better understanding.

malikmiran19 said:
2. BACKUP
>Use an apk backup tool to backup app installers
howto video
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Appreciate the effort . I have a suggestion. It would be helpful to put the name or link of the app that you used to back up apks.(some apk extractor lite ig). I'll provide the one I found anyway. https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/ankit.../apk-extractor-lite-2-8-android-apk-download/

camaroamarelo said:
Good initiative but not so good noob guide. Please format it for better organization and better understanding.
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Did so

GliderZ said:
Appreciate the effort . I have a suggestion. It would be helpful to put the name or link of the app that you used to back up apks.(some apk extractor lite ig). I'll provide the one I found anyway. https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/ankit.../apk-extractor-lite-2-8-android-apk-download/
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Anyone tried unlocking without erasing data?

TheDarkKnight said:
Anyone tried unlocking without erasing data?
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nyimak

fuzuy said:
nyimak
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What?

TheDarkKnight said:
What?
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it means im interested in your question and im following it

I want to unlock bootloader, flash TWRP and flash a custom ROM (Cerberus OS).
I have rooted and flashed TWRP before in my previous device but I'm not familiar with unlocking and Custom ROM.
Do I have to follow all hese steps for what I want to do or I must skip decrypt/encrypt and Magisk?

dharsouparno1 said:
I want to unlock bootloader, flash TWRP and Custom ROM.
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U can flash twrp then flash ROM and probably flash magisk for root tooo

malikmiran19 said:
U can flash twrp then flash ROM and probably flash magisk for root tooo
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Thanks for the help.
I'm running into some problems while installing the driver software on my Windows 10 laptop. It shows Error 10 this device cannot start.
I tried to uninstall and reinstall the drivers, rebooted my pc on every step, tried to install while connected to my phone, but nothing seems to work.
I've installed the Pie Beta for Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (not sure if this is causing it)
Is there a solution to this problem?

I am currently on Beta Pie...will these methods work for bootloader unlocking and TWRP, custom rom flash ???? I just wanna use PE/Havoc OS rom...no other tweaks or root

thanks its working

I updated to pie beta and I think this guide is not working for that, because when flashing twrp. I'm getting 'request download size is more than allowed size' and I tried every way possible to solve it. But no luck Hope you can help me with it, or maybe it'll work after stable version?
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utsavdey said:
I am currently on Beta Pie...will these methods work for bootloader unlocking and TWRP, custom rom flash ???? I just wanna use PE/Havoc OS rom...no other tweaks or root
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It's not working for me. I also updated to pie beta few days back.

Is this method working on pie stable build

Anyone tried this method on the stable pie build 056?