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Open Beta 10 Available

Open Beta 10 Out.
Direct link for Full Zip: https://otafsg1.h2os.com/patch/amaz....W.27_OTA_027_all_2003061929_bad6dc784e81.zip
Changelog: Screenshot

Mine says installation failed at 79% using incremental update from oxygen updater app ?

rootSU said:
Open Beta 10 Out.
Direct link for Full Zip: https://otafsg1.h2os.com/patch/amaz....W.27_OTA_027_all_2003061929_bad6dc784e81.zip
Changelog: Screenshot
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Downloading now, I'm rooted with twrp and decrypted so should install with no problems through twrp, will report back, thanks for sharing my friend, cheers.

vtec303 said:
Downloading now, I'm rooted with twrp and decrypted so should install with no problems through twrp, will report back, thanks for sharing my friend, cheers.
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Sounds good. Are you currently on OB9?

AndroidRooterKev said:
Sounds good. Are you currently on OB9?
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No, 10.0.4, cheers.

hoseth0711 said:
Mine says installation failed at 79% using incremental update from oxygen updater app ?
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Update: I had to download and install it through built in updater function as a full update. But I'm now on beta 10

Can someone tell me how to update without loosing root? Last time I did it (with magisk retention script) I ended up in bootloop and had to reset my whole device.

Baldesarra said:
Can someone tell me how to update without loosing root? Last time I did it (with magisk retention script) I ended up in bootloop and had to reset my whole device.
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I just follow this steps and I safely update with keeping my root and twrp. (Thanks to @HippoMan)
To be clear and complete, these are the steps that I followed (there are a couple of minor clarifications here to what I wrote in my earlier message on this subject) ...
1. Download the ROM and copy it onto the top-level directory of your sdcard. I got OB10 via the Oxygen Updater app, and it also can be found elsewhere.
2. Uninstall all Magisk modules
3. Reboot
4. Go to Settings->System->System Updates and click on the little gear on the upper right. Then, select Local upgrade, select the ROM on your sdcard, and start the installation
5. After the installation is complete, *** DO NOT REBOOT ***
6. Run Magisk Manager, go to Downloads, and then search for, download, and install the TWRP A/B Retention Script.
7, After this module installation is complete, *** DO NOT REBOOT ***
8. Immediately go to the main page of the Magisk Manager, and in the "Magisk is up to date" section, select INSTALL->INSTALL->Install to inactive slot(After OTA)
9. After this completes, reboot.
10. Your device should come back up rooted and with OB10 shown in Settings->About phone->Build number
11. If you have been using Smurf, boot into recovery and flash it again. Then, reboot back to System (I'm not sure whether reflashing Smurf is actually necessary, but it doesn't do any harm).
12. Reinstall all your formerly installed Magisk modules. You'll notice that the A/B Retention Script is not showing as "installed", and this is correct. It is just used as a one-time setup before the Install to inactive slot step, described above.
Steps 1 through 11 took less than 30 minutes, with steps 1 and 4 taking the longest. I have a number of Magisk modules, so step 12 took maybe 10 minutes more, because I rebooted after each individual Magisk module was reinstalled, in order to make sure that its installation was successful.
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sudanking said:
I just follow this steps and I safely update with keeping my root and twrp. (Thanks to @HippoMan)
To be clear and complete, these are the steps that I followed (there are a couple of minor clarifications here to what I wrote in my earlier message on this subject) ...
1. Download the ROM and copy it onto the top-level directory of your sdcard. I got OB10 via the Oxygen Updater app, and it also can be found elsewhere.
2. Uninstall all Magisk modules
3. Reboot
4. Go to Settings->System->System Updates and click on the little gear on the upper right. Then, select Local upgrade, select the ROM on your sdcard, and start the installation
5. After the installation is complete, *** DO NOT REBOOT ***
6. Run Magisk Manager, go to Downloads, and then search for, download, and install the TWRP A/B Retention Script.
7, After this module installation is complete, *** DO NOT REBOOT ***
8. Immediately go to the main page of the Magisk Manager, and in the "Magisk is up to date" section, select INSTALL->INSTALL->Install to inactive slot(After OTA)
9. After this completes, reboot.
10. Your device should come back up rooted and with OB10 shown in Settings->About phone->Build number
11. If you have been using Smurf, boot into recovery and flash it again. Then, reboot back to System (I'm not sure whether reflashing Smurf is actually necessary, but it doesn't do any harm).
12. Reinstall all your formerly installed Magisk modules. You'll notice that the A/B Retention Script is not showing as "installed", and this is correct. It is just used as a one-time setup before the Install to inactive slot step, described above.
Steps 1 through 11 took less than 30 minutes, with steps 1 and 4 taking the longest. I have a number of Magisk modules, so step 12 took maybe 10 minutes more, because I rebooted after each individual Magisk module was reinstalled, in order to make sure that its installation was successful.
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Shouldn't be that difficult.
Download the full zip from OP
Remove all the current Magisk Modules just to be safe
Boot into TWRP
Flash the OTA zip
Flash TWRP 76 zip
Reboot into Recovery
Flash Magisk Canary Zip
Boot to system
That's what I always follow, and it has never failed me.

With each update icons, fonts and whole UI seems to be larger and larger. It looks awful.

1- uninstall Magisk modules.
2- install Oos stable/open beta with Settings > Local upgrade . DON'T reboot!!!
3- back to Magisk > Downloads. Install TWRP A/B Retention Script. DON'T reboot!!!
4- back in Magisk. Touch install. Choose (Install to inactive slot after' OTA)
5- reboot to system.
Now you have latest Oos ob10, twrp 3.3.1_79 & Magisk Canary root. I updated this way from ob5...
I was on Oos 10.0.4, twrp 3.3.1_76, Magisk Canary form 12.02.2020.

using the LIV DARK substartum theme on oneplus 7 pro after the update on oxygem beta 9 and beta 10 when i apply the theme to the call dialer the theme is applied to the contacts and when i open the call dialer it does not open the failure message. .

No thanks , I will stick with Open Beta 8 all day long
until they bringing Back the One-Handed Mode

Except Feb patch I don't see anything new but... It seems snappier! Good update!
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Thank you for sharing this with us.

You now have two functions Tap once to wake ambientscreen, tap twice to wake the lockscreen. Love it.

i6rb said:
No thanks , I will stick with Open Beta 8 all day long
until they bringing Back the One-Handed Mode
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Are you using the dialer beta version? I had to change to normal/stock dialer and it works fine. Same theme, Liv dark
Also make sure to uninstall all layers and then reboot. Then you should try to apply the layers

When you boot or reboot your phone you too have a bug that the display won't turn on and you need to press tge power button to make the screen turn on?

preference said:
Are you using the dialer beta version? I had to change to normal/stock dialer and it works fine. Same theme, Liv dark
Also make sure to uninstall all layers and then reboot. Then you should try to apply the layers
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can you pass me the stock dialer please

Svid said:
When you boot or reboot your phone you too have a bug that the display won't turn on and you need to press tge power button to make the screen turn on?
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I have had this issue for a while. Don't know what is the cause and didn't see reports on it. Also, I can tap on the screen while it is still black (after reboot) and PIN would be pressed!

[Guide]Installing Lineage

Installing Lineage​
Few quick things.
LOS 18.1 is now official so the guide will now just be covering that.
I also want to address a common question, you can use Windows for this process. I prefer Linux, and Fastboot just works in Linux without driver issues. If you have Fastboot and ADB working in Windows already feel free to use that if you want.
Frequently asked Questions:
This looks like a lot of work, is there an easier way to install? Try the LOS Wiki Method.
Using TWRP 3.5.2_9-0​1. Start off Fresh. Install OOS using the Fastboot ROM.
Start off with a fresh install of OOS. You need the latest version of OOS 10. I typically use a the fastboot ROMs for this as it will do both slots for me at once. (Alternatively you can use TWRP and install the ZIPs and do it twice to get it on both slots, or my least favorite, the MSM Tool if you want. Doesn't matter how OOS ends up on both slots, as long as it ends up on both slots.)
I use Linux, and honestly I feel like it's easier and more reliable for fastboot and ADB so that's what I'm including here in these steps. It's easy to boot from a USB.
To create a bootable Linux flash drive you can use Unetbootin, which you can download for free here (Your other option would be to burn the ISO straight to a DVD and skip the unetbootin step):
https://unetbootin.github.io/
For Linux, I'm using Linux Mint Cinnamon, You can download for free here:
https://www.linuxmint.com/download.php
Then run unetbootin (yours will look a little different, I'm running it in Linux):
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Point it to the Linux ISO, and tell it where an empty flash drive is. It will erase everything on the flash drive. Afterwards you can load whatever you want on the flash drive. However be aware when booting Linux from this drive you can't access what is on the drive (at least not by normal methods).
After this has successfully completed, reboot the PC, and boot from the USB drive. Your PC will boot into Linux (turning off the PC and removing the USB drive will make it boot up like normal again).
Next we need to install fastboot and adb. You need to open up the "start menu" and open the "synaptic package manager". You can find this stuff in the menus, however the easiest way to get to these items is to just start typing the name of the item. See below:
Search fastboot, click the boxes, choose install. Then search for ADB, click the boxes, choose install and then click apply. It's that easy it will download everything that's needed and install.
Time to open up a terminal:
Just to make sure we don't run into any problems we need to update adb and fastboot. In the terminal run these commands to update fastboot and adb (this is downloading them directly from Google).
wget https://dl.google.com/android/repository/platform-tools-latest-linux.zip
unzip \platform-tools-latest-linux.zip
sudo cp platform-tools/adb /usr/bin/adb
sudo cp platform-tools/fastboot /usr/bin/fastboot
You will also need the appropriate fastboot ROM. Fastboot ROMs available in this thread. The catch being that thread is no longer updated. So we will need to make our own fastboot rom. To do this we need two things:
1. The stock rom zip (OP Site).
2. Payload dumper. I've yet to get the one from the GitHub link to work, so I've been using the one from this Article. Direct Download Link
You need to extract the payload.bin file from the stock rom zip. Extract the payload_dumper files as well, and place everything in the same folder. Payload_dumper requires python3. Open up Synaptic again, search for python3.6 and install it. Now open a terminal so we can extract the images from the payload.bin.
Navigate to the location of payload_dumper and your payload.bin file. In my case my commands are:
cd Desktop <-- switches to the Desktop folder
cd payload_dumper <-- switches to the payload_dumper folder on the Desktop
python3 payload_dumper.py payload.bin <-- runs the payload_dumper "program" and extract the images from the payload.bin
Now would be a good time to back everything up. The phone will get wiped. Extract the fastboot images to a folder that is easy to find. I would recommend the Desktop.
Now it's time to flash all those images we just extracted using payload dumper. Place the phone in fastboot mode. You can do this using the advanced reboot menu, ADB, or the key combinations (all key combos listed below for reference):
Volume Up + Power while turning on will boot to fastboot.
Volume Down + Power while turn on will boot to recovery.
Holding Volume Up + Power should force the phone to turn off.
Volume Up + Volume Down should put your phone in Download mode for the MSM Tool.
You can flash the images one by one or use a script. My script is available here. Flashing the fastboot ROM should look something like this:
That image explained:
cd Desktop <-- Switched the directory to the Desktop the default directory when you open up the terminal is the /home directory.
cd flash <-- I put my fastboot images in a folder called flash. This stuff is case sensitive. My folder was all lowercase.
sudo fastboot devices <-- Is just checking to see if my PC can see my phone, and making sure it's in fastboot. Sudo is necessary for this distro, as both fastboot and ADB must be run as root.
sudo sh FlashThese.sh <-- Tells the terminal to run my script, since the script contains fastboot commands it must be run as root.
At the end you should get something like this:
Then just choose start form Fastboot (If you were previously on a custom ROM go straight to recovery and wipe everything). Not booting and getting dumped off at the OnePlus recovery screen is nothing to worry about. Choose your language of choice, Wipe data and cache, Erase everything (Music, pics, etc), This can not be undone, continue. After that the phone will boot. Once booted enable developer options, advanced reboot, and reboot to fastboot.
2. Installing TWRP.
First step is to boot the correct TWRP image. Grab the current TWRP from the official site. You need both files, the img file, and the installer. Once again from the terminal:
The image explained:
cd Desktop <-- Switched the directory to the Desktop the default directory when you open up the terminal is the /home directory.
sudo fastboot devices <-- Is just checking to see if my PC can see my phone, and making sure it's in fastboot. Sudo is necessary for this distro, as both fastboot and ADB must be run as root.
sudo fastboot boot twrp-3.5.2_9-0-fajita.img * <-- Sends that TWRP image to the phone to be booted temporarily. Only boot this, never run the command "flash".
Once in TWRP the phone should show up as a media device so you can copy files to it. Copy the TWRP installer over to it. Choose Install from the TWRP menu and navigate to where you placed the TWRP installer. Press on it, and swipe to confirm flash. When it is done hit the back button until you are back out to the main menu.
From the main menu choose reboot, and choose Recovery:
The first time you try and reboot the official version of TWRP it will ask you if you want to install the TWRP app. Do NOT install the app. In the settings you can disable this prompt. Your other option is just uncheck both boxes at the screen you see below when you get to it, and then click the button that says do not install. Do use the slider. At that point the phone will reboot as to recovery as you selected.
Now that you are back in TWRP that is now installed, time to wipe the phone. From the main menu choose Wipe. Swipe the factory reset slider at the bottom. Then hit back. Next hit Format Data. Type Yes to Continue. Hit back to continue. Keep hitting back till you get to the main menu.
Do NOT wipe cache, do not Wipe system, do NOT Wipe Dalvik / ART, do not add anything else, Just Factory Reset and Format Data. After doing those two Reboot to Recovery one more time. So go back into the reboot menu, choose reboot to recovery again (swipe to allow modifications if it asks). You must do this after formatting data.
3. Install Lineage
Links:
Lineage 18.1 XDA Thread
Official 6T Lineage Downloads
The phone should still be in TWRP at this point. You now need to copy Lineage to the phone. From TWRP's main menu choose install. Then navigate to your ROM .zip location and click on it. Then swipe to confirm flash.
Lineage will replace TWRP, so you need to reflash TWRP as well. Run the TWRP installer again. If it's not on the phone, just copy it over again real quick. On A/B devices ROMs get flashed to the opposite slot. Things like Gapps, Magisk, etc get flashed to the current slot. We need Lineage on both slots, so it must be flash again. Flashing it twice only needs to be done the first time as we need to get rid of OOS. For updates it just gets flashed once. After the TWRP installer has run, back out to the main menu, and choose reboot, then recovery:
Once back in TWRP flash Lineage again. From TWRP's main menu choose install. Then navigate to your ROM .zip location and click on it. Then swipe to confirm flash.
Now run the TWRP installer again. Back out to the main menu, and reboot to recovery.
4.Optional, Gapps
Links:
NikGapps <-- For Lineage 18.1 (Use the R Folders for Android 11. I recommend the "Core" version. I also tested Basic though if you want that level of Gapps. I strongly recommend you grab setup wizard out of the R Addons Folder, I used the regular setup wizard, not the pixel one.)
MindTheGapps <-- It's worth mentioning here Lineage recommends MindTheGapps for 18.1. Take your pick. I personally use NikGapps as I can use a "leaner" Gapps package.
Now that your phone is back in TWRP for the last time before booting up Lineage, it's time to install Gapps if you want them. This step is optional. Same as the other steps here, go to install, choose your OpenGapps package, Then navigate to your .zip location and click on it. Then swipe to confirm flash.
5. Very Optional, Magisk
These steps are very optional. However this is how I, root, pass safety net, and get a various apps to appear in the Play store.
Flash Magisk in TWRP. For Magisk 23, you now have to rename the Magisk.apk to Magisk.zip. Then flash it in TWRP. If you wanted to uninstall it, you rename it to uninstall.zip. If you already had an older version of Magisk installed, make sure you do not have it hidden / nenamed when installing Magisk 23 for the first time. Restore the original package before installing 23.
Magisk <-- Flash this right after Gapps.
These items are add-ons are flashed in Magisk after the first boot (Don't flash these in TWRP anymore):
MagiskHide Props Config
Busybox
To flash modules in Magisk press the puzzle piece icon. Then choose install from storage. Now just choose your addons. After flashing the icons it will have a reboot icon at the bottom. You can reboot or you can press back and flash another. After you are done reboot.
You will also need a Terminal Emulator. I personally use:
Terminal Emulator for Android
Once all these are installed the first step is setup Magisk. Under Magisk go to settings:
In version 20.4+ Magisk Hide is no longer on by default. So make sure the Magisk Hide, Hide Magisk from various forms of detection switch is flipped. Then press Hide Magisk Manager. This will bring up a box for you to choose a random name for the Magisk Manager, type whatever you want here. You can leave it Manager if you wish, but I typically change this.
Now open Magisk again. It will ask you to download it again, click ok, then manually open the app again as it says. Now we need to open Magisk hide. This is now under the shield icon, then click the arrow at the top:
These are the apps you don't want to know that you have root. Less is better. You can cause instability problems by just choosing everything. My general rule of thumb is, Google, steaming video, music, and payment apps get selected. In my experience if I come across an app that needs it and I didn't select it, I just clear cache and/or data and re-open the app and it works. There are some big multiplayer apps that ban hardware / people, so do your research (don't ask me, I don't play those games).
Next time to change the device fingerprint using MagiskHide Props Config Module. We do this using the terminal emulator. In the terminal emulator, type "su" to gain root privileges. Then type props to run the module:
Now it's just following the menus. Choose option 1 - Edit device finger print. (type 1, hit enter)
After this you will see a menu of devices. It doesn't matter what device you pick really. If you want apps / Google to think you have a OPPO or Samsung pick one of those Fingerprints. However there's a bit more to passing Safety-net than that. Since Google has changed how things work not all those fingerprints that used to work will work now. Also now you may get an error when you turn on the phone because of the security dates. The OP6T Android 10 fingerprint has no issues at this point, so use that if you want:
After choosing the fingerprint you want, it will ask you if you want to reboot. Choose yes. After rebooting, you may need to clear the cache from the play store for some apps to appear in it. You should now pass safety net. Check this in Magisk:
6. Very Optional, Ad Blocking with a Host File.
You can block many things with a hosts file, most popular would be ads. I've been use StevenBlack's host file which is a compilation of several hosts files. This is located on Github:
https://github.com/StevenBlack/hosts (Scroll down you'll see the options of what you can block)
Direct link to the hosts file I use. This will block Adware / Malware.
Unfortunately for quite some time now on this device you can no longer just use a root browser to swap the hosts file. The easiest way is to use TWRP.
First we have to make the hosts file. The hosts file must use unix / linux line endings. If you are using linux, don't worry about this, just create the file. If you are using Windows, the easiest thing to do is use Notepad++ (Free).
Notepad++ Downloads
Next one other caveat. The hosts file is quite large. I've never had much luck copy and pasting it from any other browser than Firefox (Windows or Linux), but however you get it into Notepad++ is not a big deal.
Once in you have the hosts file into Notepad++ go to Edit, EOL Conversion, and Choose Unix (LF).
Now save the file as "hosts" no ending. This does mean under file type you will need to change it to All File types *.*. Move this hosts file to your phone. Then reboot to recovery. From the main TWRP menu, choose mount. Then mount system:
Hit the back button and go to the advanced menu. Choose File Manager:
You will find your hosts file under /sdcard, wherever you placed it. In my case I placed it in a folder called ROMs. Once you locate it, press and hold it for a moment, and relase. Then choose copy file:
At this point you need to tell TWRP where you want to paste the hosts file. It belongs in the /etc folder. The only hic-cup here is depending on what you were doing in TWRP this could be (on this device) /system/etc or /system/system/etc (you will see similar folders to the image below if you are in the right place). Once you are there, press "paste?" button in the lower right corner:
After this just swipe to confirm:
You can now reboot the device, and your hosts file should now be in place. Your ad block should now be active for all apps as it's global for all connections.
7. Reboot to system.
Updating Lineage​
1. Flash Lineage.
Reboot to recovery. You can use the advanced reboot menu, or Volume Down + Power while turning the phone on. Don't wipe anything. From TWRP's main menu choose install. Then navigate to your ROM .zip location and click on it. Then swipe to confirm flash.
Lineage will replace TWRP, so you need to reflash TWRP as well. Run the TWRP installer again. After the TWRP installer has run, back out to the main menu, and choose reboot, then recovery:
2. Optional, Gapps (if you installed them once you must continue to install them or do a clean install)
Links:
NikGapps
Now that your phone is back in TWRP for the last time before booting up Lineage, it's time to install Gapps if you want them. This step is optional. Same as the other steps here, go to install, choose your OpenGapps package, Then navigate to your .zip location and click on it. Then swipe to confirm flash.
3. Reboot to system.
Last updated​Since I don't want people to have to wonder if these instructions are current, I am going to periodically test and update this post with my results. Please note I'm testing with a 6T, TMobile 6Ts are different. You can generally assume previous versions of LOS and OOS were also tested, but if you are unsure feel free to ask in this thread.
Last tested with:
OOS 10.3.7 and LOS 17.1 12-31 with TWRP 3.4.0-2
OOS 10.3.11 and LOS 18.1 05-27 with TWRP 3.5.2_9-0
This method has also been tested with:
OOS 10.3.3 and Omnirom 5-24 MicroG and Omnirom 5-24.

Cliff Notes
*TWRP 3.5.0_9-0+ Must be used with LOS 18 / 18.1
- Backup everything to the PC, so you will need to copy all your data over.
- Sync all your accounts, etc.
- In TWRP format data. Reboot recovery (This step wipes the device, make sure you backed everything up!)
- Factory Reset. (This is the slider at the bottom, do not Wipe system, do NOT Wipe Dalvik / ART, do not add anything else)
- Flash Lineage
- Flash TWRP Installer
- Reboot to Recovery
- Flash Lineage (This is only the first time, to get the AOSP rom on both slots, only do this for the first install)
- Flash TWRP Installer (This is only the first time, to get the AOSP rom on both slots, only do this for the first install)
- Reboot to Recovery (This is only the first time, to get the AOSP rom on both slots, only do this for the first install)
- Flash Gapps (Optional)
- Flash Magisk (Optional) (Remember for ver 22 the Magisk.apk gets renamed to Magisk.zip, can also be renamed to uninstall.zip for uninstalling)
- Reboot to System.
- Then you should be able to setup the device, copy everything back over. Restore your data.
After this you should be able to update Lineage as normal.
- Reboot to recovery
- Flash Lineage.
- Flash TWRP Installer
- Reboot to Recovery
- Flash Gapps. (Optional, but if you flashed them once you have to keep flashing them.)
- Flash Magisk. (Optional)
- Reboot to system.
- No loss of data, or anything.

Thanks for the guide, able to flash los 17.1 successfully.

How to go back to OOS?
Does anyone have a guide on how to go back to OOS after flashing Lineage according to Lineage's instructions?

fordjonathan said:
Does anyone have a guide on how to go back to OOS after flashing Lineage according to Lineage's instructions?
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Back up your data, use Step 1 of these instructions. That will put OOS back on your phone.
MSM Tool, always my least favorite option, but always an option.
MSM Tools for Regular 6T (TMobile uses a different one)

installed 17.1!
OhioYJ said:
Installing Lineage...​
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Massive thanks for your instructions!
- at first, I tried upgrading from LOS 16.0 to LOS 17.1. I followed the instructions on the wiki, but it landed me in the qualcomm crashdump mode.
- after that I ran into your instructions, and tried to follow your update guide, but it didn't help (not very surprising I guess, but I haven't had much to lose at this point ).
- after that, I just followed your fresh install guide (i.e. flashing the fastboot room and starting from scratch), followed every step and it worked!
I wonder if it's worth updating lineage OS wiki and pointing to your instructions? There is bunch of people in this thread, who also bricked the phone into crashdump, so perhaps it could help to prevent it for someone else.

Updating to LOS 17.1 ?
Dasseem said:
Thanks for the guide, able to flash los 17.1 successfully.
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Initially I had problems with updating LOS, so I returned to Stock. As more people attempted to install LOS, and this fine Original Poster "Ohio" offered such excellent, and detailed instructions, I have been running LOS 16 since February.
However, I have not updated it, since I have had Zero Issues.
But to clarify, you used this method to update to LOS 17.1 ?
- coming from LOS 16 - without first returning to a fast-boot ROM ?
Did you up-date GApps accordingly during this Flash ?
Thank You, in advance, for any assistance!
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barguybrady said:
But to clarify, you used this method to update to LOS 17.1 ?
- coming from LOS 16 - without first returning to a fast-boot ROM ?
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Hi, I updated my previous reply to make it a bit more clear!
Yep, I was on LOS 16. Haven't had any issues, but figured why not update if I'll have to do it eventually
So I downloaded 17.1 and used the wiki instructions, which messed the phone up
Ended up flashing fastboot rom and starting from scratch, flashed gapps and magisk according to OhioYJ's instruction and it worked.

Flashing method
barguybrady said:
But to clarify, you used this method to update to LOS 17.1 ?
- coming from LOS 16 - without first returning to a fast-boot ROM ?
Did you up-date GApps accordingly during this Flash ?
Thank You, in advance, for any assistance!
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I was using carbon ROM previously, had to move to OOS latest for flashing the lineage 17.1, believe it needs to be done if you are coming from pie, people know better correct me if I am wrong here.
As Karlicoss mentioned, it's better to follow the method posted by Ohio.

OhioYJ said:
Cliff Notes Versions
Installing Lineage
- Install fastboot ROM boot it once. Just to make sure everything is good.
- Reboot to fastboot.
- Boot the image of TWRP.
- Run the TWRP installer, reboot to recovery
- You backed everything up right?
- Factory reset (This is the slider at the bottom in the wipe menu).
- Format data. (This is the button that says Format data in the wipe menu)
- Do NOT wipe cache, do not Wipe system, do NOT Wipe Dalvik / ART, do not add anything else, Just Factory Reset and Format Data. After doing those two Reboot to Recovery one more time. You must do this after formatting data.
- Now transfer Lineage and TWRP to your phone, Windows / Linux should see TWRP fine as a media device when plugged in.
- Install Lineage
- Run the TWRP Installer.
- Reboot to Recovery.
- Install Lineage (You need Lineage on both slots, so yes run it again)
- Run the TWRP Installer (yes again).
- Reboot to Recovery.
- Install Gapps if you want them.
- Install Magisk if you use Magisk. Do not install modules or other add ons at this point. Boot once and go through the setup and everything, then install your add-ons.
- Be aware the phone may restart once, then Lineage will start up and all will be good.
Updating Lineage
- Reboot to recovery
- Flash Lineage.
- Flash TWRP Installer
- Reboot to Recovery
- Flash Gapps. (Assuming you use them, if you installed them once you must continue to install them or do a clean install)
- Flash Magisk. (Optional If you use it)
- Reboot to system.
- No loss of data, or anything.
- No need to flash anything twice etc.
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Updating failed for me, as it shows everything encripted once I reboot the second time to recovery on slot B...

badpanda said:
Updating failed for me, as it shows everything encripted once I reboot the second time to recovery on slot B...
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Usually this means you didnt format data, or you are using an old version of TWRP. Did you do a clean install?
I just tried it on my phone, was running 4-12 build, using 3.3.1-32 TWRP, updated to the 4-14 build, using 4-14 Gapps (nano), everything went smoothly here.

OhioYJ said:
Usually this means you didnt format data, or you are using an old version of TWRP. Did you do a clean install?
I just tried it on my phone, was running 4-12 build, using 3.3.1-32 TWRP, updated to the 4-14 build, using 4-14 Gapps (nano), everything went smoothly here.
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No, no clean install. Just wanted to update to today's newest build os.

bump...

Thanks a lot for your guide. Very helpfull.
I'm using it with /e/ rom.

installing android 10 roms
I followed exactly as it was written. Same issues arose for me. After the phone is off then turned on no LTE. It makes phone calls and also text stuff. HOWEVER when you take out and reinsert sim LTE is enable. What is the problom?????????

sickpoppy said:
I followed exactly as it was written. Same issues arose for me. After the phone is off then turned on no LTE. It makes phone calls and also text stuff. HOWEVER when you take out and reinsert sim LTE is enable. What is the problom?????????
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Just cycling airplane mode doesnt work? This isn't a TMobile 6T is it? You are in Sim slot 1? You maybe better asking in the LOS thread, and provide log it not working and then it working when you reinsert it. Im not quite sure whats going on there.

OhioYJ said:
Usually this means you didnt format data, or you are using an old version of TWRP. Did you do a clean install?
I just tried it on my phone, was running 4-12 build, using 3.3.1-32 TWRP, updated to the 4-14 build, using 4-14 Gapps (nano), everything went smoothly here.
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So this means you do have to always format data for every single update??
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sickpoppy said:
I followed exactly as it was written. Same issues arose for me. After the phone is off then turned on no LTE. It makes phone calls and also text stuff. HOWEVER when you take out and reinsert sim LTE is enable. What is the problom?????????
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Change your sim card to the other slot...
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@OhioYJ So for an update you boot to recovery flash LOS latest version then flash twrp again and then reboot to recovery second time then format data to possibly decript encrypted system and, transfer files both gapps and magisk to device and then install gapps and magisk, lastly just reboot to system?

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yes it is a tmobile but it was flashed to global. TWRP is the version you are using. downloaded the lastest ROM. Weird it finds LTE at first then like I said when then phone shuts off LTE doesnt work til I take sim out.

badpanda said:
So this means you do have to always format data for every single update??
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No that would be ridiculous. Not necessary at all. You have something else going on, but I dont know what. My update procedure is exactly as listed on the OP, on two 6Ts, two different carriers.

sickpoppy said:
yes it is a tmobile but it was flashed to global. TWRP is the version you are using. downloaded the lastest ROM. Weird it finds LTE at first then like I said when then phone shuts off LTE doesnt work til I take sim out.
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A TMobile "converted" to global does not equal a global 6T. Logs posted in the LOS thread, may help out other TMobile users? The TMobile 6Ts introduce all sorts of quirks, and Im afraid I dont have any experience with them, so hopefully another TMobile user will be able to help.

Magisk boot.img patching/flashing (Root) with a side of Viper4Android and AdAway

(Problems I had when attempting a "dry" flash and patch:)
Just got the phone today (November 18) then attempted to flash the boot.img after patching it with magisk manager (after magisk patches the boot.img it renames it to "magisk_patched.img"). Got the usb debugging authorized after updating my adb drivers. If you want to make sure your phone is authorized you may need to run commands: adb kill-server and adb devices to check and stop/restart adb.
Anyone able to get it flashed? Getting error:
Code:
FAILED (remote: Failed to write to partition Not Found)
after running
Code:
fastboot flash boot magisk_patched.img
from fastboot, bootloader is unlocked. Running version
Code:
bramble-rd1a.200810.022.a4 (October)
I'd recommend patching up to the November update: Settings, System, System Update to the newest November update (11.0.0 (RD1A.201105.003.C1, Nov 2020).
EDIT: I'd recommend installing 15 second ADB https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979, then overwriting it with the newest adb tools from google. 15 second ADB will add the ADB folder to your system's PATH (ENVIRONMENT VARIABLES) allowing you to run adb commands from any folder (not just the folder adb resides in).
Ok, updating to usb_driver_r13-windows.zip and platform-tools_r30.0.5-windows.zip and updating the build to the Nov RD1A.201105.003.C1 will report back lol
EDIT 2: So yeah, update your drivers and platform tools, successfully patched it:
Code:
fastboot flash boot magisk_patched.img
OUTPUT:
Code:
Sending 'boot_b' (98304 KB) OKAY [ 2.310s]
Writing 'boot_b' OKAY [ 0.480s]
Finished. Total time: 3.122s
How to flash and patch:
https://www.xda-developers.com/google-pixel-4a-how-to-unlock-bootloader-root-pass-safetynet/
Prerequisites:
Download the applicable factory image https://developers.google.com/android/images The Pixel 4A 5G is codenamed "Bramble" (Pull down your shade or look in Settings, "About phone" for Build number) and extract the boot.img from factory image, then transfer it to phone and patch it with magisk manager:
Open Magisk manager -> select ‘Install’ -> ‘Select and Patch File’ -> select your boot.img file
The patched boot image should be found inside your Download folder
After magisk patches it, mount your phone's storage, copy to your computer and flash it from fastboot. Hold down the Power and Volume Down buttons to enter fastboot.
Run command
Code:
fastboot flash boot magisk_patched.img
Platform Tools (includes ADB)
https://dl.google.com/android/repository/platform-tools-latest-windows.zip
Usb Drivers
https://dl.google.com/android/repository/usb_driver_r13-windows.zip?hl=ru
Magisk
Direct Link https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases/download/v21.1/Magisk-v21.1.zip
Direct Link https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases/download/manager-v8.0.3/MagiskManager-v8.0.3.apk
Magisk Releases page (in case of an update to magisk or magisk manager) https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases/
VIPER4Android (great Digital Signal Processor)
I have been struggling with getting Viper4Android installed.
Stop-gap here:
I flashed this one, but it's distorting my external speakers and is buggy, but it does process...so BE CAREFUL. This will get you there until a more stable version is out. And the video was just taken down. All you have to do is flash it with Magisk here's a link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/17-NTL0miBYzk4o4v26MstAL9lOPXF3GN/view?usp=sharing
AdAway (system-wide ad blocking)
tried version 5.10 with no luck, let me know if it works for you.
AdAway 4.34 working for me on Android 11.0.0 (RD1A.201105.003.C1, Nov 2020)
Here: https://f-droid.org/repo/org.adaway_40304.apk
AdAway 4.36 (haven't tested)
https://f-droid.org/repo/org.adaway_40306.apk
Make sure to enable "Systemless Hosts" in Magisk Manager before attempting to enable ad-blocking. It's under Settings (the cog/gear in the top right) in the Magisk section.
Good luck all!

Good to see someone working on this. My phone won't be here until tomorrow.
The last time I had trouble flashing, I wasn't running the canary build of Magisk.

Thanks for info and reply on other thread...long time I use this stuff haha
I'm seeing install fail from magisk when I try to patch image .I'm on latest November build
View attachment 5138555

After successfully fastboot unlocking, when I try to patch my boot.img I get the following error from Magisk:
Code:
-Device platform: arm64-v8a
- Copying image to cache
- Checking ramdisk status
- Stock boot image detected
- Patching ramdisk
! Installation failed
- Repacking boot image
! Unable to repack boot image!
I first tried using the Australian factory image, labelled "11.0.0 (RD1A.201105.003.A1, Nov 2020, AU carriers)" and got the above error.
Then I tried with the Australian + Japan factory image, labelled "11.0.0 (RD1A.200810.020, Oct 2020, AU & JP carriers)" and got the same error.
What fixed it was switching to the BETA update channel in Magisk manager.
Once I changed to the BETA channel I saw in the changelog that they added support for a new boot.img format used by Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G.
Anyone who ends up here from Google, swap to the beta update channel in Magisk manager .

andrew207 said:
After successfully fastboot unlocking, when I try to patch my boot.img I get the following error from Magisk:
Code:
-Device platform: arm64-v8a
- Copying image to cache
- Checking ramdisk status
- Stock boot image detected
- Patching ramdisk
! Installation failed
- Repacking boot image
! Unable to repack boot image!
I first tried using the Australian factory image, labelled "11.0.0 (RD1A.201105.003.A1, Nov 2020, AU carriers)" and got the above error.
Then I tried with the Australian + Japan factory image, labelled "11.0.0 (RD1A.200810.020, Oct 2020, AU & JP carriers)" and got the same error.
What fixed it was switching to the BETA update channel in Magisk manager.
Once I changed to the BETA channel I saw in the changelog that they added support for a new boot.img format used by Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G.
Anyone who ends up here from Google, swap to the beta update channel in Magisk manager .
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Thanks for info ..I changed to beta but still having issues patching boot IMG..is this correct Magisk
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Do you have a custom recovery installed? I'm trying to figure out how to install Magisk, but I can't find a custom recovery, neither TWRP nor ClockworkMod.

WhiteAsIce said:
Do you have a custom recovery installed? I'm trying to figure out how to install Magisk, but I can't find a custom recovery, neither TWRP nor ClockworkMod.
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There's no custom recovery. You need to fastboot flash a patched boot.img as described in this guide: https://www.xda-developers.com/googl...ass-safetynet/ using the links from the OP.
Just make sure you're using the latest platform tools, download the matching factory image and change magisk manager to "beta mode" before patching the boot.img.

Android 10 and TWRP
Simma said:
There's no custom recovery. You need to fastboot flash a patched boot.img as described in this guide: https://www.xda-developers.com/googl...ass-safetynet/ using the links from the OP.
Just make sure you're using the latest platform tools, download the matching factory image and change magisk manager to "beta mode" before patching the boot.img.
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WhiteAsIce said:
Do you have a custom recovery installed? I'm trying to figure out how to install Magisk, but I can't find a custom recovery, neither TWRP nor ClockworkMod.
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More information on Android 10 and TWRP, though there are some devices slowly getting support for TWRP. Haven't heard clockworkmod in a long time.
https://twrp.me/site/update/2019/10/23/twrp-and-android-10.html

lmt1979 said:
[...]
Adaway (system-wide ad blocking)
tried version 5.10 with no luck, let me know if it works for you.
Adaway 4.34 working for me on Android 11.0.0 (RD1A.201105.003.C1, Nov 2020)
Here: https://f-droid.org/repo/org.adaway_40304.apk
Adaway 4.36 (haven't tested)
https://f-droid.org/repo/org.adaway_40306.apk
Make sure to enable "Systemless Hosts" in Magisk Manager before attempting to enable ad-blocking. It's under Settings (the cog/gear in the top right) in the Magisk section.
[...]
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Got v5.1.0 (from F-Droid) working properly with Magisk running with systemless hostfile. Try installing BusyBox (i have v1.32.0 installed) to '/system/bin', which will be used by Adaway (instead of running native commands on root level, which apparently cause the issue).

I can't seem to flash version of Viper in Magisk, it won't let me. I've also tried every combination of the latest viper versions, and their settings, and nothing will run. Perhaps it will on the next version of Magisk. I had posted in the Magisk forum, and none of the suggestions helped.
If anyone has any luck, let us know!

mmarcz said:
I can't seem to flash version of Viper in Magisk, it won't let me. I've also tried every combination of the latest viper versions, and their settings, and nothing will run. Perhaps it will on the next version of Magisk. I had posted in the Magisk forum, and none of the suggestions helped.
If anyone has any luck, let us know!
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The linked version worked for me after trying the magical downloaded version. I had the audio modification library and audio compatibility modules installed. I don't remember the exact sequence bit all I have now is the posted module l.
It does have some odd issues with file storage. I can save a new preset but putting my old one in the viper folder in internal storage doesn't work. I also can't rename or delete presets. I ended up having to go to /root/storage/self/primary which seems to be internal storage by another path. Pasting my presets in that viper folder worked. No idea how systemless works so can't even guess what's going on.

mmarcz said:
I can't seem to flash version of Viper in Magisk, it won't let me. I've also tried every combination of the latest viper versions, and their settings, and nothing will run. Perhaps it will on the next version of Magisk. I had posted in the Magisk forum, and none of the suggestions helped.
If anyone has any luck, let us know!
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Just flash the https://drive.google.com/file/d/17-NTL0miBYzk4o4v26MstAL9lOPXF3GN/view?usp=sharing with Magisk. Choose "Modules" the right option on the bottom https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BWLVPtypCjCiqUSEHiRc8sCuMtjqKdY5/view?usp=sharing

lmt1979 said:
Just flash the https://drive.google.com/file/d/17-NTL0miBYzk4o4v26MstAL9lOPXF3GN/view?usp=sharing with Magisk. Choose "Modules" the right option on the bottom https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BWLVPtypCjCiqUSEHiRc8sCuMtjqKdY5/view?usp=sharing
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Thank you!!!!! Works as advertised!!!!
This was 75% of the reason I bought a pixel!!!
I'm so happy this morning, you have no idea.
It was even processing Amazon music, which didn't work before, so far so good. I only had a chance to listen in the car for 5mins this morning.

mmarcz said:
Thank you!!!!! Works as advertised!!!!
This was 75% of the reason I bought a pixel!!!
I'm so happy this morning, you have no idea.
It was even processing Amazon music, which didn't work before, so far so good. I only had a chance to listen in the car for 5mins this morning.
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If it stops processing, long press on the icon on the desktop, select App info, Force Stop and reopen and it'll usually start up again. I had to do this much more often on my Pixel 3 than I have on the 4A 5G.

I've followed the steps posted above. Flashed the Drive file in magisk but I'm still getting abnormal status, audio format unsupported. Tips?

VerneVerne said:
I've followed the steps posted above. Flashed the Drive file in magisk but I'm still getting abnormal status, audio format unsupported. Tips?
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If you're sure you're rooted, some people have noted they needed to use/install Audio Modification Library and possibly Busybox. I'd attempt to clear the cache on Magisk and Viper4Android, as well.
I am on the November build and did not need Audio Modification Library, audio compatibility module (Magisk) or Busybox. I'm using Magisk 21.1 (21180) and Magisk Manager 8.0.3 (314)(14). There's a "puzzle piece" on the far right of the new Magisk Manager menu that has "Install from Storage", this is where I pointed to the Viper.zip and flashed it.

lmt1979 said:
If you're sure you're rooted, some people have noted they needed to use/install Audio Modification Library and possibly Busybox. I'd attempt to clear the cache on Magisk and Viper4Android, as well.
I am on the November build and did not need Audio Modification Library, audio compatibility module (Magisk) or Busybox. I'm using Magisk 21.1 (21180) and Magisk Manager 8.0.3 (314)(14). There's a "puzzle piece" on the far right of the new Magisk Manager menu that has "Install from Storage", this is where I pointed to the Viper.zip and flashed it.
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Tried all the above. No luck though. I remember it being very finicky on my pixel 3. I'll try again when I'm not actually at work. Thanks for the help though

VerneVerne said:
Tried all the above. No luck though. I remember it being very finicky on my pixel 3. I'll try again when I'm not actually at work. Thanks for the help though
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I've been glhaving issues too after it worked for awhile. Couldn't deal with no presets thing so tried different Magisks, etc with no luck and now it won't process. I'll update if I find something.
EDIT: the module at https://zackptg5.com/android.php#viper works if run in legacy mode.
EDIT AGAIN: can't save presets for some reason with above module but the ViperFX XDA Labs release before the most current one works in legacy mode https://labs.xda-developers.com/store/app/com.pittvandewitt.viperfx

VerneVerne said:
I've followed the steps posted above. Flashed the Drive file in magisk but I'm still getting abnormal status, audio format unsupported. Tips?
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You need to go into the settings for the app force stop it and then reopen it.

lmt1979 said:
You need to go into the settings for the app force stop it and then reopen it.
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I've already tried. Started from scratch. Still unsupported status.
Edit: after reading somewhere on here that if you use legacy mode it will process. Followed all steps, set it to legacy and now it works. Thank you everyone

How To Guide [GUIDE] Pixel 5a "barbet": Unlock Bootloader, Update, Root, Pass SafetyNet

If you are looking for my guide on a different Pixel, find it here:
Pixel 3
Pixel 3XL
Pixel 3a
Pixel 3aXL
Pixel 4
Pixel 4XL
Pixel 4a
Pixel 4a (5G)
Pixel 5
Pixel 6
Pixel 6 Pro
For best results, use the latest stable Magisk release.
Discussion thread for migration to 24.0+.
Note: Magisk prior to Canary 23016 does not incorporate the necessary fixes for Android 12+.
WARNING: YOU AND YOU ALONE ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANYTHING THAT HAPPENS TO YOUR DEVICE. THIS GUIDE IS WRITTEN WITH THE EXPRESS ASSUMPTION THAT YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH ADB, MAGISK, ANDROID, AND ROOT. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE YOU KNOW WHAT YOU ARE DOING.
Prerequisites:
Latest SDK Platform Tools - if Platform Tools is out of date, you WILL run into problems!
USB Debugging enabled
Google USB Driver installed
I recommend using Command Prompt for these instructions; some users have difficulty with PowerShell.
Make sure the Command Prompt is running from your Platform Tools directory!
Android Source - Setting up a device for development
Spoiler: Downloads
Pixel OTA Images
Pixel Factory Images
Magisk Stable, Magisk Canary - Magisk GitHub
Spoiler: Unlock Bootloader
Follow these instructions to enable Developer Options and USB Debugging.
Enable OEM Unlocking. If this option is grayed out, unlocking the bootloader is not possible.
Connect your device to your PC, and open a command window in your Platform Tools folder.
Ensure ADB sees your device:
Code:
adb devices
If you don't see a device, make sure USB Debugging is enabled, reconnect the USB cable, or try a different USB cable.
If you see "unauthorized", you need to authorize the connection on your device.
If you see the device without "unauthorized", you're good to go.
Reboot to bootloader:
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
Unlock bootloader: THIS WILL WIPE YOUR DEVICE!
Code:
fastboot flashing unlock
Select Continue on the device screen.
Spoiler: Initial Root / Create Master Root Image
Install Magisk on your device.
Download the factory zip for your build.
Inside the factory zip is the update zip: "device-image-buildnumber.zip". Open this, and extract boot.img
Copy boot.img to your device.
Patch boot.img with Magisk: "Install" > "Select and Patch a File"
Copy the patched image back to your PC. It will be named "magisk_patched-23xxx_xxxxx.img". Rename this to "master root.img" and retain it for future updates.
Reboot your device to bootloader.
Flash the patched image:
Code:
fastboot flash boot <drag and drop master root.img here>
Reboot to Android. Open Magisk to confirm root - under Magisk at the top, you should see "Installed: <Magisk build number>
Spoiler: Update and Root Automatic OTA
Before you download the OTA, open Magisk, tap Uninstall, then Restore Images. If you have any Magisk modules that modify system, uninstall them now.
Take the OTA update when prompted. To check for updates manually, go to Settings > System > System Update > Check for Update
Allow the update to download and install. DO NOT REBOOT WHEN PROMPTED. Open Magisk, tap Install at the top, then Install to inactive slot. Magisk will then reboot your device.
You should now be updated with root.
Spoiler: Update and Root OTA Sideload
Download the OTA.
Reboot to recovery and sideload the OTA:
Code:
adb reboot sideload
Once in recovery:
Code:
adb sideload ota.zip
When the OTA completes, you will be in recovery mode. Select "Reboot to system now".
Allow system to boot and wait for the update to complete. You must let the system do this before proceeding.
Reboot to bootloader.
Boot the master root image (See note 1):
Code:
fastboot boot <drag and drop master root.img here>
Note: If you prefer, you can download the factory zip and manually patch the new boot image, then flash it after the update. Do not flash an older boot image after updating.
Your device should boot with root. Open Magisk, tap Install, and select Direct Install.
Reboot your device. You should now be updated with root.
Note: You can use Payload Dumper to extract the contents of the OTA if you want to manually patch the new boot image. However, I will not cover that in this guide.
Spoiler: Update and Root Factory Image
Please note that the factory update process expects an updated bootloader and radio. If these are not up to date, the update will fail.
Download the factory zip and extract the contents.
Reboot to bootloader.
Spoiler: Update bootloader if necessary
Compare bootloader versions between phone screen and bootloader.img build number
Code:
fastboot flash bootloader <drag and drop new bootloader.img here>
If bootloader is updated, reboot to bootloader.
Spoiler: Update radio if necessary
Compare baseband versions between phone screen and radio.img build number
Code:
fastboot flash radio <drag and drop radio.img here>
If radio is updated, reboot to bootloader.
Apply update:
Code:
fastboot update --skip-reboot image-codename-buildnumber.zip
When the update completes, the device will be in fastbootd. Reboot to bootloader.
Boot the master root image (See note 1):
Code:
fastboot boot <drag and drop master root.img here>
Note: If you prefer, you can manually patch the new boot image, then flash it after the update. Do not flash an older boot image after updating.
Your device should boot with root. Open Magisk, tap Install, and select Direct Install.
Reboot your device. You should now be updated with root.
Note: If you prefer, you can update using the flash-all script included in the factory zip. You will have to copy the script, bootloader image, radio image, and update zip into the Platform Tools folder; you will then have to edit the script to remove the -w option so it doesn't wipe your device.
The scripted commands should look like this:
Code:
fastboot flash bootloader <bootloader image name>
fastboot reboot bootloader
ping -n 5 127.0.0.1 > nul
fastboot flash radio <radio image name>
fastboot reboot bootloader
ping -n 5 127.0.0.1 > nul
fastboot update --skip-reboot <image-device-buildnumber.zip>
Once this completes, you can reboot to bootloader and either boot your master patched image, or if you patched the new image, flash it at this time.
Spoiler: Update and Root using PixelFlasher <<RECOMMENDED FOR NOVICES>>
PixelFlasher by @badabing2003 is an excellent tool that streamlines the update process - it even patches the boot image for you.
The application essentially automates the ADB interface to make updating and rooting much easier. However, it is STRONGLY recommended that you still learn the "basics" of using ADB.
For instructions, downloads, and support, please refer to the PixelFlasher thread.
Spoiler: Update and Root using the Android Flash Tool
Follow the instructions on the Android Flash Tool to update your device. Make sure Lock Bootloader and Wipe Device are UNCHECKED.
When the update completes, the device will be in fastbootd. Reboot to bootloader.
Boot the master root image (See note 1):
Code:
fastboot boot <drag and drop master root.img here>
Note: If you prefer, you can download the factory zip and manually patch the new boot image, then flash it after the update. Do not flash an older boot image after updating.
Your device should boot with root. Open Magisk, tap Install, and select Direct Install.
Reboot your device. You should now be updated with root.
Spoiler: Pass SafetyNet/Play Integrity
SafetyNet has been deprecated for the new Play Integrity API. More information here.
In a nutshell, Play Integrity uses the same mechanisms as SafetyNet for the BASIC and DEVICE verdicts, but uses the Trusted Execution Environment to validate those verdicts. TEE does not function on an unlocked bootloader, so legacy SafetyNet solutions will fail.
However, @Displax has modified the original Universal SafetyNet Fix by kdrag0n; his mod is able to force basic attestation instead of hardware, meaning that the device will pass BASIC and DEVICE integrity.
Mod available here. Do not use MagiskHide Props Config with this mod.
This is my configuration that is passing Safety Net. I will not provide instructions on how to accomplish this. Attempt at your own risk.
Zygisk + DenyList enabled
All subcomponents of these apps hidden under DenyList:
Google Play Store
GPay
Any banking/financial apps
Any DRM media apps
Modules:
Universal SafetyNet Fix 2.3.1 Mod - XDA post
To check SafetyNet status:
YASNAC - GitHub
To check Play Integrity status:
Play Integrity Checker - NOTE: MEETS_STRONG_INTEGRITY will ALWAYS fail on an unlocked bootloader.
I do not provide support for Magisk or modules. If you need help with Magisk, here is the Magisk General Support thread. For support specifically with Magisk v24+, see this thread.
Points of note:
The boot image is NOT the bootloader image. Do not confuse the two - YOU are expected to know the difference. Flashing the wrong image to bootloader could brick your device.
While the Magisk app is used for patching the boot image, the app and the patch are separate. This is what you should see in Magisk for functioning root:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
"Installed" shows the version of patch in the boot image. If this says N/A, you do not have root access - the boot image is not patched, or you have a problem with Magisk.
"App" simply shows the version of the app itself.
If you do not have a patched master boot image, you will need to download the factory zip if you haven't already, extract the system update inside it, then patch boot.img.
If you prefer updating with the factory image, you can also extract and manually patch the boot image if desired.
Some Magisk modules, especially those that modify read only partitions like /system, may cause a boot loop after updating. As a general rule, disable these modules before updating. You are responsible for knowing what you have installed, and what modules to disable.
Credits:
Thanks to @badabing2003 , @pndwal , @Displax , @Az Biker , @ipdev , @kdrag0n , @Didgeridoohan , and last but not least, @topjohnwu for all their hard work!

Thank you so so much! I've successfully updated from October 2021 build to November 2021 build without any issues by following your guide. Bunch of thanks again.

I'm currently using Magisk Canary build?
May I Install Magisk Beta and also Magisk Stable build to the latest November 2021 build?

Rafiul Bari Chowdhury said:
Thank you so so much! I've successfully updated from October 2021 build to November 2021 build without any issues by following your guide. Bunch of thanks again.
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Coming from the Pixel 3XL, which bricked out of the blue. I did every update on that phone, but never got to do 12 before the magical brick. I want to update this phone (5a, which I just realized is different than the 5?), but this seems to be missing quite a few steps. Shouldn't there be 4 different files added to your SDK folder and flashed, or has it completely changed, and I need to do more digging? Thanks.

Is there any way to do this after already updating? Or do I have to wait for the next update (I prefer flashing factory images).
I flashed the Nov factory image but forgot to disable the verified boot. Is there any way I can disable it so i can flash the magisk patched boot?

Rafiul Bari Chowdhury said:
I'm currently using Magisk Canary build?
May I Install Magisk Beta and also Magisk Stable build to the latest November 2021 build?
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I honestly don't know. I've used Magisk 22.1, 23.0, Canary 23001 through 23011, all have worked for me.
The caveat is that Magisk 23010+ is Zygisk, which means that some legacy modules won't work anymore until they're updated - Universal SafetyNet Fix for example.
mcwups1 said:
Coming from the Pixel 3XL, which bricked out of the blue. I did every update on that phone, but never got to do 12 before the magical brick. I want to update this phone (5a, which I just realized is different than the 5?), but this seems to be missing quite a few steps. Shouldn't there be 4 different files added to your SDK folder and flashed, or has it completely changed, and I need to do more digging? Thanks.
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You don't have to add any files to your SDK folder, you can always drag and drop them into the command line window. We are only working with two files here: vbmeta.img and boot.img.
EXV said:
Is there any way to do this after already updating? Or do I have to wait for the next update (I prefer flashing factory images).
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You can do this as many times as you want. The critical point to remember is that if you allow Android to boot after not disabling verity/verification, you will have to wipe the next time you disable it.
EXV said:
I flashed the Nov factory image but forgot to disable the verified boot. Is there any way I can disable it so i can flash the magisk patched boot?
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Yes...but you're going to have to wipe data. Extract vbmeta.img, and reflash it:
Code:
fastboot flash vbmeta --disable-verity --disable-verification <drag and drop vbmeta.img here>
Then, reboot your device. You will end up in Rescue Party, with the option to "Try again" or "Factory data reset". Choose the factory reset.
The best way to make sure you don't have to wipe your data is to always use --disable-verity --disable-verification when updating via the factory image.

Updated to November build with no problems, didn't like the new security patch - file managers targeting API 26 and below can no longer display/access other's apps data directories, hole is plugged, so went back to October build and had to wipe data to boot. So downgrading within same Android version also requires data wipe.
No more updates for me, sticking with October build...

I was on latest version of Android 11, rooted. I followed your third method using Android Flash Tool, and had both disable verity and verification checked. The Android flash tool says I may disconnect the phone. The phone is now stuck during boot, saying cannot load android system, data may be corrupt, may need to perform factory data reset and erase all user data, or try again. Trying again causes the boot loop. Any suggestions? Prefer not to perform factory data reset.

I got my phone back into bootloader and followed your second method via fastboot. I also arrived at the same error.

I tried the same thing on my wife's pixel 5a as well. Same errors.
I selected factory data reset and my phone boots up fine. Guess I had to reset my phone anyway, despite this guide. Hoping I don't have to reset my wife's phone. It's currently stuck at boot, but I can get into fastboot.

tintn00+xda said:
I was on latest version of Android 11, rooted. I followed your third method using Android Flash Tool, and had both disable verity and verification checked. The Android flash tool says I may disconnect the phone. The phone is now stuck during boot, saying cannot load android system, data may be corrupt, may need to perform factory data reset and erase all user data, or try again. Trying again causes the boot loop. Any suggestions? Prefer not to perform factory data reset.
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This guide is for only Android 12. And you can't get your now at any cost.

That's a bummer. Guess there should be a disclaimer about going from Android 11 to 12. Good thing everything is backed up.

tintn00+xda said:
I tried the same thing on my wife's pixel 5a as well. Same errors.
I selected factory data reset and my phone boots up fine. Guess I had to reset my phone anyway, despite this guide. Hoping I don't have to reset my wife's phone. It's currently stuck at boot, but I can get into fastboot.
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This guide was intended for updating, not for root.
If it wasn't clear in the guide, you will have to wipe data when you disable verity and verification, if they were not already disabled.
tintn00+xda said:
That's a bummer. Guess there should be a disclaimer about going from Android 11 to 12. Good thing everything is backed up.
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It's at the very top of the post...
V0latyle said:
As many of you know by now, in order to run a patched boot image on Android 12 requires disabling Android Verified Boot.
Verified Boot on Android 12 devices, at least Pixels with the SD765G and Tensor, is tied to device encryption. Therefore, disabling Verified Boot requires a wipe, if it was not previously disabled.
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This is why it's important to read the entire post, and ask questions if you don't understand something before you proceed.

Thanks a lot! This is my first device with verified boot / encryption linked - after crosshatch, and I have almost messed things up (just manually typed commands from memory), until I remembered this post.
Updated, everything is great.
December patch has brought bootanimation with different colours (Material You blahblah), made me freak out a little bit - I thought something went wrong.

I was always used to updating factory images (removing the -w) via ADB so none of my data would be wiped. But since the methods listed above don't include removing the -w from the zip, will any of those methods wipe my data while applying the update? I wanted to try the Android Flash Tool but got a bit paranoid since I didn't want my data wiped (I know there was a checkbox option to wipe the data, but I just want reassurance since with my luck, it'll probably brick my phone for no reason).

EXV said:
I was always used to updating factory images (removing the -w) via ADB so none of my data would be wiped. But since the methods listed above don't include removing the -w from the zip, will any of those methods wipe my data while applying the update? I wanted to try the Android Flash Tool but got a bit paranoid since I didn't want my data wiped (I know there was a checkbox option to wipe the data, but I just want reassurance since with my luck, it'll probably brick my phone for no reason).
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Are you already rooted?
I personally don't use the flashall.bat method; I'm "old fashioned" and prefer to type the commands myself.
If you do use the script, just edit the "fastboot update" command to omit -w and include --disable options:
Code:
fastboot update image-barbet-buildnumber.zip --disable-verity --disable-verification
If you patch the boot image beforehand, you can add --skip-reboot, then once the update finishes, reboot to bootloader and flash the patched image.

Followed directions for recommended Android Flash Tool and everything worked flawlessly. If you've already rooted your phone once then you have somewhat of an idea of what you're doing. Just read everything twice and follow the directions. Thank you OP for such a clear path to update and root!

Magisk Canary was updated to 23016 last night. This includes a fix for the vbmeta header issue, meaning that disabling verity/verification should no longer be required, and we should be able to root as we did before.
I will be updating the OP to reflect this.

V0latyle said:
Magisk Canary was updated to 23016 last night. This includes a fix for the vbmeta header issue, meaning that disabling verity/verification should no longer be required, and we should be able to root as we did before. This needs testing, make sure you back up your data and photos before you try this!
I will be updating the OP to reflect this.
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Just updated my wifes 5a-5G (non-root, verity/vbmeta enabled) to Dec update. Was able to root via flashing the patched boot.img with v23016 without a factory reset! Great news that John is still working on this tool and making all of our lives easier.

Someone want to test this?
Requirement: Pixel 4a, 5, 5a, 6, 6 Pro rooted with Magisk 23016
Reboot into bootloader and reflash vbmeta without flags.
Reboot to system.
Reboot to bootloader again, re-reflash vbmeta with disable flags.
Reboot to system. If you get the Rescue Party corruption message, just reboot to bootloader and reflash vbmeta without flags.
Report results here.

[GUIDE] Pixel 4 "flame": Unlock Bootloader, Update, Root, Pass SafetyNet

If you are looking for my guide on a different Pixel, find it here:
Pixel 3
Pixel 3XL
Pixel 3a
Pixel 3aXL
Pixel 4XL
Pixel 4a
Pixel 4a (5G)
Pixel 5
Pixel 5a
Pixel 6
Pixel 6 Pro
For best results, use the latest stable Magisk release.
Discussion thread for migration to 24.0+.
Note: Magisk prior to Canary 23016 does not incorporate the necessary fixes for Android 12+.
WARNING: YOU AND YOU ALONE ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANYTHING THAT HAPPENS TO YOUR DEVICE. THIS GUIDE IS WRITTEN WITH THE EXPRESS ASSUMPTION THAT YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH ADB, MAGISK, ANDROID, AND ROOT. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE YOU KNOW WHAT YOU ARE DOING.
Prerequisites:
Latest SDK Platform Tools - if Platform Tools is out of date, you WILL run into problems!
USB Debugging enabled
Google USB Driver installed
I recommend using Command Prompt for these instructions; some users have difficulty with PowerShell.
Make sure the Command Prompt is running from your Platform Tools directory!
Android Source - Setting up a device for development
Spoiler: Downloads
Pixel OTA Images
Pixel Factory Images
Magisk Stable, Magisk Canary - Magisk GitHub
Spoiler: Unlock Bootloader
Follow these instructions to enable Developer Options and USB Debugging.
Enable OEM Unlocking. If this option is grayed out, unlocking the bootloader is not possible.
Connect your device to your PC, and open a command window in your Platform Tools folder.
Ensure ADB sees your device:
Code:
adb devices
If you don't see a device, make sure USB Debugging is enabled, reconnect the USB cable, or try a different USB cable.
If you see "unauthorized", you need to authorize the connection on your device.
If you see the device without "unauthorized", you're good to go.
Reboot to bootloader:
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
Unlock bootloader: THIS WILL WIPE YOUR DEVICE!
Code:
fastboot flashing unlock
Select Continue on the device screen.
Spoiler: Initial Root / Create Master Root Image
Install Magisk on your device.
Download the factory zip for your build.
Inside the factory zip is the update zip: "device-image-buildnumber.zip". Open this, and extract boot.img
Copy boot.img to your device.
Patch boot.img with Magisk: "Install" > "Select and Patch a File"
Copy the patched image back to your PC. It will be named "magisk_patched-23xxx_xxxxx.img". Rename this to "master root.img" and retain it for future updates.
Reboot your device to bootloader.
Flash the patched image:
Code:
fastboot flash boot <drag and drop master root.img here>
Reboot to Android. Open Magisk to confirm root - under Magisk at the top, you should see "Installed: <Magisk build number>
Spoiler: Update and Root Automatic OTA
Before you download the OTA, open Magisk, tap Uninstall, then Restore Images. If you have any Magisk modules that modify system, uninstall them now.
Take the OTA update when prompted. To check for updates manually, go to Settings > System > System Update > Check for Update
Allow the update to download and install. DO NOT REBOOT WHEN PROMPTED. Open Magisk, tap Install at the top, then Install to inactive slot. Magisk will then reboot your device.
You should now be updated with root.
Spoiler: Update and Root OTA Sideload
Download the OTA.
Reboot to recovery and sideload the OTA:
Code:
adb reboot sideload
Once in recovery:
Code:
adb sideload ota.zip
When the OTA completes, you will be in recovery mode. Select "Reboot to system now".
Allow system to boot and wait for the update to complete. You must let the system do this before proceeding.
Reboot to bootloader.
Boot the master root image (See note 1):
Code:
fastboot boot <drag and drop master root.img here>
Note: If you prefer, you can download the factory zip and manually patch the new boot image, then flash it after the update. Do not flash an older boot image after updating.
Your device should boot with root. Open Magisk, tap Install, and select Direct Install.
Reboot your device. You should now be updated with root.
Note: You can use Payload Dumper to extract the contents of the OTA if you want to manually patch the new boot image. However, I will not cover that in this guide.
Spoiler: Update and Root Factory Image
Please note that the factory update process expects an updated bootloader and radio. If these are not up to date, the update will fail.
Download the factory zip and extract the contents.
Reboot to bootloader.
Spoiler: Update bootloader if necessary
Compare bootloader versions between phone screen and bootloader.img build number
Code:
fastboot flash bootloader <drag and drop new bootloader.img here>
If bootloader is updated, reboot to bootloader.
Spoiler: Update radio if necessary
Compare baseband versions between phone screen and radio.img build number
Code:
fastboot flash radio <drag and drop radio.img here>
If radio is updated, reboot to bootloader.
Apply update:
Code:
fastboot update --skip-reboot image-codename-buildnumber.zip
When the update completes, the device will be in fastbootd. Reboot to bootloader.
Boot the master root image (See note 1):
Code:
fastboot boot <drag and drop master root.img here>
Note: If you prefer, you can manually patch the new boot image, then flash it after the update. Do not flash an older boot image after updating.
Your device should boot with root. Open Magisk, tap Install, and select Direct Install.
Reboot your device. You should now be updated with root.
Note: If you prefer, you can update using the flash-all script included in the factory zip. You will have to copy the script, bootloader image, radio image, and update zip into the Platform Tools folder; you will then have to edit the script to remove the -w option so it doesn't wipe your device.
The scripted commands should look like this:
Code:
fastboot flash bootloader <bootloader image name>
fastboot reboot bootloader
ping -n 5 127.0.0.1 > nul
fastboot flash radio <radio image name>
fastboot reboot bootloader
ping -n 5 127.0.0.1 > nul
fastboot update --skip-reboot <image-device-buildnumber.zip>
Once this completes, you can reboot to bootloader and either boot your master patched image, or if you patched the new image, flash it at this time.
Spoiler: Update and Root using PixelFlasher <<RECOMMENDED FOR NOVICES>>
PixelFlasher by @badabing2003 is an excellent tool that streamlines the update process - it even patches the boot image for you.
The application essentially automates the ADB interface to make updating and rooting much easier. However, it is STRONGLY recommended that you still learn the "basics" of using ADB.
For instructions, downloads, and support, please refer to the PixelFlasher thread.
Spoiler: Update and Root using the Android Flash Tool
Follow the instructions on the Android Flash Tool to update your device. Make sure Lock Bootloader and Wipe Device are UNCHECKED.
When the update completes, the device will be in fastbootd. Reboot to bootloader.
Boot the master root image (See note 1):
Code:
fastboot boot <drag and drop master root.img here>
Note: If you prefer, you can download the factory zip and manually patch the new boot image, then flash it after the update. Do not flash an older boot image after updating.
Your device should boot with root. Open Magisk, tap Install, and select Direct Install.
Reboot your device. You should now be updated with root.
Spoiler: Pass SafetyNet/Play Integrity
SafetyNet has been deprecated for the new Play Integrity API. More information here.
In a nutshell, Play Integrity uses the same mechanisms as SafetyNet for the BASIC and DEVICE verdicts, but uses the Trusted Execution Environment to validate those verdicts. TEE does not function on an unlocked bootloader, so legacy SafetyNet solutions will fail.
However, @Displax has modified the original Universal SafetyNet Fix by kdrag0n; his mod is able to force basic attestation instead of hardware, meaning that the device will pass BASIC and DEVICE integrity.
Mod available here. Do not use MagiskHide Props Config with this mod.
This is my configuration that is passing Safety Net. I will not provide instructions on how to accomplish this. Attempt at your own risk.
Zygisk + DenyList enabled
All subcomponents of these apps hidden under DenyList:
Google Play Store
GPay
Any banking/financial apps
Any DRM media apps
Modules:
Universal SafetyNet Fix 2.3.1 Mod - XDA post
To check SafetyNet status:
YASNAC - GitHub
To check Play Integrity status:
Play Integrity Checker - NOTE: MEETS_STRONG_INTEGRITY will ALWAYS fail on an unlocked bootloader.
I do not provide support for Magisk or modules. If you need help with Magisk, here is the Magisk General Support thread. For support specifically with Magisk v24+, see this thread.
Points of note:
The boot image is NOT the bootloader image. Do not confuse the two - YOU are expected to know the difference. Flashing the wrong image to bootloader could brick your device.
While the Magisk app is used for patching the boot image, the app and the patch are separate. This is what you should see in Magisk for functioning root:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
"Installed" shows the version of patch in the boot image. If this says N/A, you do not have root access - the boot image is not patched, or you have a problem with Magisk.
"App" simply shows the version of the app itself.
If you do not have a patched master boot image, you will need to download the factory zip if you haven't already, extract the system update inside it, then patch boot.img.
If you prefer updating with the factory image, you can also extract and manually patch the boot image if desired.
Some Magisk modules, especially those that modify read only partitions like /system, may cause a boot loop after updating. As a general rule, disable these modules before updating. You are responsible for knowing what you have installed, and what modules to disable.
Credits:
Thanks to @badabing2003 , @pndwal , @Displax , @Az Biker , @ipdev , @kdrag0n , @Didgeridoohan , and last but not least, @topjohnwu for all their hard work!

@V0latyle The Pixel phone I'm rooting belongs to a friend who wants it rooted. Prior to doing anything (thankfully!), I established that the phone is actually a Pixel 4, not a 4a.
I downloaded the correct stock image for that model and then followed all your instructions. This included updating the bootloader and radio from the factory stock zip before flashing the Magisk-patched boot image.
Everything went well and the phone is now rooted with your recommended Magisk modules to pass SafetyNet. However, the wifi no longer works on the phone. I don't have his sim to test if mobile signal/data works. Thinking the problem might be the new radio, I found and reflashed the oId radio image but no joy.
What steps do I need to take to resolve the situation and get wifi working again?
Thanks for your help.
UPDATE: I've managed to restore the phone back to stock firmware (Mar 22 flame for Pixel 4 - the version it was given to me in) ang got the wifi working again. The bootloader is still unlocked. I cannot figure out what I did in the rooting process that affected the functioning of the wifi

largeruk said:
@V0latyle The Pixel phone I'm rooting belongs to a friend who wants it rooted. Prior to doing anything (thankfully!), I established that the phone is actually a Pixel 4, not a 4a.
I downloaded the correct stock image for that model and then followed all your instructions. This included updating the bootloader and radio from the factory stock zip before flashing the Magisk-patched boot image.
Everything went well and the phone is now rooted with your recommended Magisk modules to pass SafetyNet. However, the wifi no longer works on the phone. I don't have his sim to test if mobile signal/data works. Thinking the problem might be the new radio, I found and reflashed the oId radio image but no joy.
What steps do I need to take to resolve the situation and get wifi working again?
Thanks for your help.
UPDATE: I've managed to restore the phone back to stock firmware (Mar 22 flame for Pixel 4 - the version it was given to me in) ang got the wifi working again. The bootloader is still unlocked. I cannot figure out what I did in the rooting process that affected the functioning of the wifi
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I had your post moved to this thread to keep the other one on topic.
I don't think there's anything you could have possibly done during the flashing or patching process to cause WiFi to stop working. Try again using the latest update; make absolutely sure it's for "flame", no other version.

Dear
V0latyle​Will the magisk posted here and process work on latest Android 13 build ?
Many Thanks

zerodi said:
Dear
V0latyle​Will the magisk posted here and process work on latest Android 13 build ?
Many Thanks
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Rooting Android 13 works exactly the same way as Android 12 and 11. Just make sure you're using the latest Magisk release, which should be 25.3.

V0latyle said:
Rooting Android 13 works exactly the same way as Android 12 and 11. Just make sure you're using the latest Magisk release, which should be 25.3.
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excellent many thanks