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[GUIDE] OTA updates with Magisk

If you have managed to root your phone with Magisk, getting updates after that for the stock ROM isn't always a smooth thing. Here are some steps to be successful with updates.
1. Open Magisk Manager and disable all installed modules by unchecking the circle for each.
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Please note that steps 2-4 can be done with the stock 1+ updater so long as it senses that you are rooted and offers to download a full rom. So a note about magisk hide which is used to hide root. Make sure you haven't managed to hide root for any process related to the 1+updater or it won't know you are rooted and will offer incremental updates.
2. Install Oxygen Updater (This app may become abandoned in 2019 requiring the use of the stock updater which is slower or manually downloading roms.) https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.arjanvlek.oxygenupdater
3. Open the app, verify that your device is identified correctly. Open it's settings and set Update Method to "Full Update"
4. Check for an update and download it. Make sure you end up with a full 2GB ROM image not an incremental small one. It will be in the root of internal storage.
DO NOT use Oxygen Updater to update the phone (unless you have TWRP and that is for a different GUIDE)
5. Open the built in OnePlus updater: Settings - System - System Updates - Gear - Local Upgrade and select the newly downloaded update. TAKE NOTE while it is installing which slot it is installing too. It will say something like "inactive slot a". Remember this as it is the "new" slot.
6. After it has installed DO NOT reboot the phone or you will lose root. Open Magisk Manager and install Magisk, even though it says "installed". Select the option when it prompts for "after OTA". This will install magisk in the boot partition of the new slot.
7. Reboot and If all went well you shouldn't boot loop and you'll be running the new slot. If you want TWRP (optional), install the zip now from Magisk->Modules->+ (sign) then select the TWRP zip file and install it. Do NOT reboot. Then do a "Direct Install" of Magisk again, then reboot.
8. Open Magisk Manager and go to the downloads section and reinstall the modules you want to use. Do this from the Downloads screen or using the + button on the Modules screen. This will install them in the current slot.
DO NOT simply reenable the modules with the check mark or you will boot loop. Some modules aren't listed in Magisk and can't be automatically moved from slot to slot. If you installed one of those previously, you must reinstall it with the plus button manually from the modules tab.
You should be done now.
Oh no I'm boot looping: Don't panic.
1. Make sure you have adb/fastboot 1.4.3 or newer on a PC https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317790
2. Boot the phone into Bootloader/fastboot either through the recovery menu or VolDn + Pwr
3. If in step 5 above the inactive slot was "a", issue the command from a PC command prompt:
fastboot --set_active=b
or vice versa
fastboot --set_active=a
If you are not sure which to use try one or fastboot getvar current-slot
4. Then: fastboot reboot
This will allow the phone to boot into the last good ROM version. Now you figure out what went wrong.
Another option If your phone didn't retain root, you can stay in the unrooted slot. download a rooted boot image of your firmware version, place it in the your fastboot pc directory, reboot the phone to fastboot and issue the command: fastboot boot boot.img (or whatever the downloaded image is called.) this is a temporary root that is non destructive. Then do a direct install from Magisk manager even though it already says installed. That will permanently root your boot copy. Then install your modules.
Here is the 9.5.11 1917AA rooted boot image https://www.dropbox.com/s/6csxd9zaa4mihwk/boot_a_backup_2019-08-04_19-05-29.img?dl=0
If your phone looped right after flashing, you may not have disabled Magisk modules properly. You can still disable them from the good slot, swap active slots again using fastboot and see if it boots into the new ROM. If not, swap back to the good old slot again and start over flashing again from the beginning.
If you looped after reenabling your modules, it is possible you only enabled one but didn't install it into the new slot. Again swap back to the good slot and disable the modules. Swap back to the new slot and install the modules again even if Magisk thinks they are there.
If all else fails, you can stay in the good old slot until you sort things. If you are looping in both slots then something really went bad and you have to flash back a full ROM from fastboot. See this thread
https://buzzfire.de/xda/t3931424
Then root again using the rooted boot image above.
You may be able to boot into the old rooted slot and root the new slot with the ota option also.
If you have issues where stuff like Wifi doesn't work, then somewhere along the line or previously you flashed a (boot) image that didn't match the /system image in the slot you were working on. This error will persist in that slot every time you use that slot until it gets a fixed set of images.
Hope this helps!

I updated to 9.5.7 yesterday with following process, which was very simple (also used the same exact process to update to 9.5.6 last week):
Note: This assumes your device is already bootloader unlocked and has developer options enabled.
Download latest twrp.zip to your phone
Download latest magisk.zip to your phone
Download latest twrp.img to your pc
Allow oxygen updater to download/install OTA. It will say 'your device is rooted, a full image will be downloaded'. (If you're not already rooted, this process will still work)
After it completes the installation, do not select reboot. Instead, hold power button and press reboot to bootloader (make sure you enabled Advanced reboot in settings to see that option)
In fastboot and connected to pc, run from pc: fastboot flash boot twrp-3.3.1-3-guacamole.img (or whatever latest version is - you need to do this step because the OTA wipes out twrp if you already had it installed)
Reboot phone to twrp recovery
Flash install the twrp.zip you downloaded above
Flash install the magisk.zip you downloaded above
Reboot System
Done
Using this method, I haven't needed to change the slots at all, as the OOS updater takes care of that and the twrp/magisk flash installs each to both slots. This method preserves all data/settings/root (but I still do a twrp backup just prior to doing the update). I had tried the magisk install OTA to inactive slot option a few times but it never worked for me. This method also eliminates the need to download any patched boot images.

If you are on bootloop, just simply flash magisk_uninstaller.zip on twrp
boot into system > then flash magisk on twrp again.

Perfect manual and working great

gtelnet said:
I updated to 9.5.7 yesterday with following process, which was very simple (also used the same exact process to update to 9.5.6 last week):
Note: This assumes your device is already bootloader unlocked and has developer options enabled.
Download latest twrp.zip to your phone
Download latest magisk.zip to your phone
Download latest twrp.img to your pc
Allow oxygen updater to download/install OTA. It will say 'your device is rooted, a full image will be downloaded'. (If you're not already rooted, this process will still work)
After it completes the installation, do not select reboot. Instead, hold power button and press reboot to bootloader (make sure you enabled Advanced reboot in settings to see that option)
In fastboot and connected to pc, run from pc: fastboot flash boot twrp-3.3.1-3-guacamole.img (or whatever latest version is - you need to do this step because the OTA wipes out twrp if you already had it installed)
Reboot phone to twrp recovery
Flash install the twrp.zip you downloaded above
Flash install the magisk.zip you downloaded above
Reboot System
Done
Using this method, I haven't needed to change the slots at all, as the OOS updater takes care of that and the twrp/magisk flash installs each to both slots. This method preserves all data/settings/root (but I still do a twrp backup just prior to doing the update). I had tried the magisk install OTA to inactive slot option a few times but it never worked for me. This method also eliminates the need to download any patched boot images.
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You Sir are the good damn man i have spent 3hrs trying to update to 9.5.9 cheers boss!!

Will this method work if I was a TMobile OnePlus 7pro which converted to international running 9.5.8 currently?

Yes if you are offered the aa rom in the updater

@larsdennert I guess you may well know about this:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-7-pro/help/oxygen-updater-shutting-november-t3948339

I just start the update under settings, system, syst update
It found new update and tell me he need to download full ROM (I have rmagisk installed).
While it was downloading full ROM I uninstall magisk from magisk app.
After update finish before restart I installed magisk again (option after ota update) and restart.
Now I'm updated and with magisk installed
Inviato dal mio GM1913 utilizzando Tapatalk

SlyUK said:
@larsdennert I guess you may well know about this:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-7-pro/help/oxygen-updater-shutting-november-t3948339
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Yes I'm thinking, In the worst case it may be possible to use the stock updater as it senses root and downloads the full update now. Simply substitute the step where oxygen updater is used to download with the stock updater.
There may be a slightly longer delay before the stock updater offers an update as 1+ does it in waves. I have to hand it to 1+for even offering updates as most phones won't.

hi experts,
what and where to set or unset to make sure there is NO auto OTA update?
How do I control the update time on my op7p?
I'd like to avoid surprise of getting update in background that would / can remove root, magisk and etc that were manually added?
as example I use xXx over magisk and I's like to be prepared ahead of time to apply the OTA update
thanks for the education.

The 1+ updater has a setting to auto download updates or not. You can change it.

If we have TWRP installed could we get a guide for using the updater app?

kirschdog1 said:
If we have TWRP installed could we get a guide for using the updater app?
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This is the method i use. Screenshot it from a thread here on XDA and unfortunately cannot remember the posters name to give credit. But it is the job!

kirschdog1 said:
If we have TWRP installed could we get a guide for using the updater app?
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I used a method that didn't require uninstalling Magisk modules or even booting into recovery (unless you have issues):
1.) Download FULL OTA from 1+ updater (should be approximately 2gb)
2.) Disable all Magisk modules and substratum themes
3.) Install OTA manually via the system updater in Settings > System > System Updates > Gear in upper right > Local Upgrade **DON'T REBOOT!!!**
4.) Search for TWRP Retention Script in Magisk, install **DON'T REBOOT!!!**
5.) Re-install Magisk from the main page in Magisk Manager App (OTA Option) **REBOOT**
6.) Re-enable Magisk modules and any substratum themes **REBOOT**
If you get stuck in a bootloop due to a Magisk module causing issues (EdXposed did this to me) you can:
Boot Into Recovery (Volume Down + Power Button) > Advanced > File Manager > Navigate to data/adb/modules > Click module you want to disable / delete > Hit bottom right checkmark > Delete > Hit Home > Reboot System
Magisk modules I'm currently running in 9.5.10 with no issues:
- Google Dialer Framework
- Google Product Sans
- liboemcrypto disabler
- OnePlus Google Launcher
- Renovate Ice
- Substratum
- ViperFX
- xxxNoLimitsxxx

i.Design said:
I used a method that didn't require uninstalling Magisk modules or even booting into recovery (unless you have issues):
1.) Download FULL OTA from 1+ updater (should be approximately 2gb)
2.) Install OTA manually via the system updater in Settings > System > System Updates > Gear in upper right > Local Upgrade **DON'T REBOOT!!!**
3.) Disable all Magisk modules and substratum themes
4.) Search for TWRP Retention Script in Magisk, install **DON'T REBOOT!!!**
5.) Re-install Magisk from the main page in Magisk Manager App **REBOOT**
6.) Re-enable Magisk modules and any substratum themes **REBOOT**
If you get stuck in a bootloop due to a Magisk module causing issues (EdXposed did this to me) you can:
Boot Into Recovery (Volume Down + Power Button) > Advanced > File Manager > Navigate to data/adb/modules > Click module you want to disable / delete > Hit bottom right checkmark > Delete > Hit Home > Reboot System
Magisk modules I'm currently running in 9.5.10 with no issues:
- Google Dialer Framework
- Google Product Sans
- liboemcrypto disabler
- OnePlus Google Launcher
- Renovate Ice
- Substratum
- ViperFX
- xxxNoLimitsxxx
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Question. How do you know it was edxposed module? I'm currently trying to track down. Why I'm still getting SOD after updating from 9.5.9 to 9.5.10

Pvt WhoOkid said:
Question. How do you know it was edxposed module? I'm currently trying to track down. Why I'm still getting SOD after updating from 9.5.9 to 9.5.10
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I assumed it was and disabled it first, did a reboot and booted up fine. It was a good guess
Best bet would be to delete all modules and start from scratch if you're not sure. It depends what kinds of modules you run.
I had issues of bootloop where I would get past the unlocked message and boot up animation but then would freeze with my background showing only (no launcher, no status bar, etc).

i.Design said:
I assumed it was and disabled it first, did a reboot and booted up fine. It was a good guess
Best bet would be to delete all modules and start from scratch if you're not sure. It depends what kinds of modules you run.
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Yeah back to the drawing broad for me. Luckily I don't run many modules. Just edXposed , xXx and Riru Core.

Pvt WhoOkid said:
Yeah back to the drawing broad for me. Luckily I don't run many modules. Just edXposed , xXx and Riru Core.
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I was running Riru Core, edXposed and ended up dropping both, it wasn't worth the hassle for me since I run Renovate Ice and it does most of the tweaks I want from GravityBox (reason I was running Xposed).

Pvt WhoOkid said:
Yeah back to the drawing broad for me. Luckily I don't run many modules. Just edXposed , xXx and Riru Core.
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Try disabling all the modules and see if you can boot into 9.5.10 slot. If it does, reinstall them (then reenable them)

[UPDATE/KEEP ROOT GUIDE] OCT 2020 (RP1A.201005.004) "FLAME" Magisk/Stock Boot Images

[UPDATE/KEEP ROOT GUIDE] OCT 2020 (RP1A.201005.004) "FLAME" Magisk/Stock Boot Images
IF YOU ARE STILL ON AUGUST (ANDROID 10/Q) BUILD, PLEASE FOLLOW THE SEPTEMBER GUIDE (click here) FIRST! AND READ ALL WARNINGS AND ADDITIONAL INFO IN FIRST 2 POSTS!
PLEASE NOTE: I STILL HAVE NOT UPDATED TO ANDROID 11 YET, SO PLEASE FLASH AT YOUR OWN RISK AS ASSISTANCE FROM ME WILL BE VERY LIMITED. PLEASE BE KIND TO ONE ANOTHER AND HELP EACH OTHER OUT!
PLEASE DROP A THANKS IF YOU STILL FIND THESE GUIDES HELPFUL! :good:​
IMPORTANT!! THESE FILES / THIS THREAD IS FOR PIXEL 4 "FLAME" ONLY, NOT PIXEL 4 XL "CORAL"!!
**IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO PATCH THE STOCK BOOT IMAGE YOURSELF, FROM YOUR OWN DEVICE, USING MAGISK MANAGER. WHILE THERE'S A GOOD CHANCE THE FILE I PROVIDED BELOW WILL BE IDENTICAL (USE A FILE HASH CHECKSUM TOOL IF YOU'RE CURIOUS), THERE IS ALSO A CHANCE THEY MAY HAVE SMALL, BUT SIGNIFICANT, VARIANCES**
Thanks for the info and link, @wrongway213
Link to @topjohnwu's post: https://twitter.com/topjohnwu/status/1272136975022084097?s=19
ALL FILES BELOW ARE FOR "RP1A.201005.004, Oct 2020"!
Magisk Canary v21.0 Patched Boot Image: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=10763459528675562385
Factory Untouched Boot Image: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=10763459528675562112
Factory Untouched DTBO Image: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=10763459528675562113
[SAFETYNET INFO]: Again, I'm not updating myself yet, so I'm not sure about this. I will update this info as others report back. On Android 10, using the MagiskHide Props Config module (or an alternate module created by Displax, though I prefer Didgeridoohan's module) and choosing option 2 - Force BASIC key attestation would force BASIC HW attestation and allow SafetyNet to pass again. This works perfectly for me, and I even run additional mods including EdXposed. I'm not sure if this works on Android 11, and I won't be able to confirm myself for a while. If anybody tries it, please let me know and I'll update this section. The module and info on using it can be found here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/ap...just search for it in the Magisk Manager app.

EASY UPDATE / SEAMLESS KEEP-ROOT UPDATE PROCESS (using a PC - a very intuitive, effective, and relatively safe method).
** You can only follow this guide verbatim if coming EXACTLY from build "11.0.0 (RP1A.200720.009, Sep 2020)". But the general idea is the same for other builds, you just need the correct files for your device.
flame-rp1a.200720.009-factory-dtbo.img: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=10763459528675562111
flame-rp1a.200720.009-factory-boot.img: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=10763459528675562110
September 2020 sideload OTA zip: https://dl.google.com/dl/android/aosp/flame-ota-rp1a.201005.004-9e17c7b4.zip
DO NOT BOOT BACK INTO O/S UNTIL ALL STEPS ARE COMPLETED - THIS ENSURES EVERYTHING BOOTS BACK UP WITH MAGISK / EDXPOSED ALL RUNNING PROPERLY RIGHT AWAY
1. boot into bootloader
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** I was on custom kernel, so I needed to flash BOTH the stock boot and dtbo images
2. fastboot flash boot flame-rp1a.200720.009-factory-boot.img
3. fastboot flash dtbo flame-rp1a.200720.009-factory-dtbo.img
......* these steps to restore stock recovery; dtbo.img also necessary for some kernel installations.
......* won't hurt to flash both anyway, so if you're unsure, go ahead and do both.
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4. use volume keys to change selection to boot to Recovery Mode
......- when you reach the android symbol with No Command, hold power button, tap volume up, in case you've forgotten
5. choose option "Apply update from ADB"
6. adb sideload flame-ota-rp1a.201005.004-9e17c7b4.zip
7. Once the OTA sideload is done, Reboot to bootloader (you'll also notice it's now on the other slot after OTA flashed)
8. fastboot flash boot flame-rp1a.201005.004-magisk_patched-21.0.img
9. done, start the phone
(Optional - Flash custom kernel. If you had a custom kernel, you need to re-flash it)
This is a 100% seamless update that requires no additional / re-setup of any of my Magisk or EdXposed setups. All of the factory files can be found here https://developers.google.com/android/images. boot.img and dtbo.img are in their corresponding full Factory Image zips, and the ota zip is under Full OTA Images.
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Issues after updating?
If you end up unable to boot or bootlooping afterwards, you most likely have an old Magisk module that isn't playing nice with the new build. There are 2 main things you can do:
1. Flash the new factory untouched boot image. You will of course lose root, and all modules will be disabled. However, it should at least get you able to boot back up quickly and have a working phone if you're in a bind.
2. I would recommend checking Tulsadiver's thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-4/how-to/magisk-modules-disabler-booting-magisk-t3991739
Instead of reverting to stock boot image, fastboot boot (NOT FLASH) Tulsadiver's boot image. This will boot your phone in Magisk Core-Only Mode, with all modules disabled but root retained. From here you can open Magisk Manager and disable suspect modules. Before rebooting, go to Magisk Manager's settings and disable Magisk Core-Only Mode. Once you disable the incompatible module, the phone should boot back up.
- See this post (or thread) for more tips / context / an example: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=82509691&postcount=16

just want to report happily that i waas able to update to october with no problems using your guide. followed your september guide yesterday and then october today. no problems at all, buttery smooth mate! thanx..!

The instructions are great as a reminder,
I only work on the console every month or two and without the bullet points I wouldn't always be able to finish the update so quickly.
Thank you very much ?

So.. I've rooted and taken OTA's and rerooted dozens of times.. But I finally got around to factory resetting now stable is here. On OCT build, i flash the patched boot img and upon rebooting, Magisk shows I'm still not rooted. Any advice?
Update: Flashed canary debug apk. patched stock boot img, and flashed. now rooted. wierd

What about if I'm not rooted and on the October update for Android 11? I've tried a couple different times to root and I always get a fail when I try to flash the patched boot image.

Hey,
here is a quick guide:
=== you need these websites ===
https://developers.google.com/android/images
https://developers.google.com/android/ota
https://github.com/topjohnwu/magisk_files/tree/canary
step by step
1. download https://github.com/topjohnwu/magisk_files/archive/canary.zip
that's Magisk
2. copy app-debug.apk on your Pixel 4 (XL) and install the app
3. Open an Image (NOT OTA!) with 7-zip, there is another big zip-file inside, extract boot.img and dtbo.img
4. Copy boot.img on your Phone, download-folder, just like Magisk.apk
5. Open Magisk and Patch boot.img -> magisk-patched.img
6. Copy magisk-patched.img on your PC
7. now simply proceed as described in the instructions above.
Nothing can go wrong with these self-patched files

i5lee8bit said:
8. fastboot flash boot flame-rp1a.201005.004-magisk_patched-21.0.img
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Hey guys, novice rooter here:
Can someone explain this step to me? Where do I get this file from if im on the beta version of Magisk?

Fwaiiiz said:
Hey guys, novice rooter here:
Can someone explain this step to me? Where do I get this file from if im on the beta version of Magisk?
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load canary magisk apk: https://github.com/topjohnwu/magisk_files/blob/canary/app-debug.apk and install, then update magisk in the app
go to: https://developers.google.com/android/images
read
and download factory image for your pixel phone - 11.0.0 (RP1A.201105.002, Nov 2020) is last image for flame https://dl.google.com/dl/android/aosp/flame-rp1a.201105.002-factory-351561c6.zip
unzip the image, and you get another zip file: image-flame-rp1a.201105.002.zip
unzip image-flame-rp1a.201105.002.zip and you get a file named boot.img
copy boot image to your phone
patch boot image with magisk - you have made the magisk patch yourself ? now copy the magisk-patched.img from your phone to your pc, that's the file you ask for, but for the November Update
I hope you can now Update all you want

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
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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
{
"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"
}

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:
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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.

Development [RECOVERY][UNOFFICIAL] TWRP 3.7.0 for 2021 Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 [SM-X200]

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What's posted below is a work in progress, but it should suffice to unblock efforts to build custom ROMs for this impressive tablet.
This is unofficial and unsupported, so the usual caveats apply. Since we don't flash the bootloader, you should be able recover from any problems...but nothing is guaranteed.
Not working:
Support for metadata encryption (which causes mounting errors in log)
Downloads:
twrp_3.7.0_12-2_X200XXS1CWA3.tar.md5
twrp_3.7.0_12-2_X200XXS1CWA3.img
Change Log:
v3.7.0_12-2 (2023-02-28):
Updated to X200XXS1CWA3 (Android 13) OEM stock kernel (Jan 2023 Update).
v3.7.0_12-1 (2023-01-22):
Updated to X200XXU1CVL5 (Android 13) OEM stock kernel (Dec 2022 Update).
v3.7.0_12-0 (2023-01-01):
Fixed issue with MTP sometimes not starting until state is toggled in the Mount panel.
Switched to TWRP 3.7.0 release built from new AOSP-12.1 branch.
Updated to X200XXS1BVJ1 (Android 12) OEM stock kernel (Oct 2022 Security Update).
v3.7.0_11-1 (2022-10-24):
Adjusted dynamic partition size and removed redundant backup image.
v3.7.0_11-0 (2022-10-09):
Updated to TWRP 3.7.0 release built from AOSP-11 branch.
Updated to X200XXU1BVI6 (Android 12) OEM stock kernel.
v3.6.2_11-1 (2022-09-11):
Fixed Fastboot Mode (fastbootd) so that dynamic partitions (system, product, vendor) can be managed in TWRP.
v3.6.2_11-0 (2022-09-04):
Initial TWRP 3.6.2 release built from AOSP-11 branch.
Instructions:
From OEM stock firmware:
Unlock bootloader
Hold Vol Up & Vol Down buttons during restart to enter Download mode
Install TWRP to AP with Odin
Hold Power & Vol Up buttons during restart to enter TWRP recovery
From existing TWRP install: (No need for data wipe.)
Hold Power & Vol Up during restart to enter TWRP recovery
Tap Install->Install Image, select your image (.img) file, pick Recovery partition, and then swipe to install
Reboot to Recovery
What about rooting with Magisk?
These images are not supplied pre-rooted with Magisk, since it's against the terms of use laid out by Magisk's developer, John Wu. To root the TWRP image yourself, simply use Magisk Manager to Select and Patch the boot.img file. More details on this process are available here. Note that you should just patch the boot.img file and not the whole AP tarball, since this device's bootloader doesn't like the empty vbmeta.img that Magisk will provide.
Source:
android_device_samsung_gta8wifi
Donations:
Your support is always appreciated! Just click here.

Additional Notes:
Ian's Multidisabler script has an issue on this device preventing it from disabling stock recovery auto-restoration. I'm hoping that a fix is forthcoming.
If you root this device with Magisk, be sure to patch only the boot.img file. Patching the AP tarball will generate a blank vbmeta.img, which this device's bootloader doesn't like for some reason.

Works on LTE version sm-x505 ??
Also which is better tab A7 or tab A8 ??

works perfectly. what i did was after rooting with magisk, i downloaded the official twrp app from playstore and downloaded your img to my tab. then i just flashed it from within the app. no issues.

Magendanz said:
Notes:
What's posted below is a work in progress, but it should suffice to unblock efforts to build custom ROMs for this impressive tablet.
This is unofficial and unsupported, so the usual caveats apply. Since we don't flash the bootloader, you should be able recover from any problems...but nothing is guaranteed.
Not working:
Support for metadata encryption (which causes mounting errors in log)
MTP doesn't start until you disable and reenable in the Mount panel
Downloads:
twrp_3.6.2_11-0_X200XXU1AVG1.tar.md5
twrp_3.6.2_11-0_X200XXU1AVG1.img
Change Log:
v3.6.2_11-0 (2022-09-04):
Initial TWRP 3.6.2 release built from AOSP-11 branch.
Instructions:
From OEM stock firmware:
Unlock bootloader
Hold Vol Up & Vol Down buttons during restart to enter Download mode
Install TWRP to AP with Odin
Hold Power & Vol Up buttons during restart to enter TWRP recovery
From existing TWRP install: (No need for data wipe.)
Hold Power & Vol Up during restart to enter TWRP recovery
Tap Install->Install Image, select your image (.img) file, pick Recovery partition, and then swipe to install
Reboot to Recovery
What about rooting with Magisk?
These images are not supplied pre-rooted with Magisk, since it's against the terms of use laid out by Magisk's developer, John Wu. To root the TWRP image yourself, simply use Magisk Manager to Select and Patch the boot.img file. More details on this process are available here. Note that you should just patch the boot.img file and not the whole AP tarball, since this device's bootloader doesn't like the empty vbmeta.img that Magisk will provide.
Source:
android_device_samsung_gta8wifi
Donations:
Your support is always appreciated! Just click here.
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I am so delighted to see that there is major development for this device.
This will open the door for future custom ROMs.
Thank you Magendanz for your effort in bringing this to us.

I can say that is working as expected, thank you so much man. I thought that with TWRP we could be able to install a GSI ROM at least, but nothing at all lol

Tony Ronaldo Matute said:
I can say that is working as expected, thank you so much man. I thought that with TWRP we could be able to install a GSI ROM at least, but nothing at all lol
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I think it's possible, but just using ChonDow_Flasher didn't work for me...I suspect because the bootloader isn't seeing an AVB hash footer on the GSI image. I had a similar experience when I built TWRP without the hash footer.
Unfortunately, I'm getting a segmentation error when trying to add a hash footer to the GSI using avbtool. It's probably a partition size issue, but I haven't had the time to troubleshoot.

Magendanz said:
I think it's possible, but just using ChonDow_Flasher didn't work for me...I suspect because the bootloader isn't seeing an AVB hash footer on the GSI image. I had a similar experience when I built TWRP without the hash footer.
Unfortunately, I'm getting a segmentation error when trying to add a hash footer to the GSI using avbtool. It's probably a partition size issue, but I haven't had the time to troubleshoot.
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I had tried different ways also but I give up, the only thing that I can think now is try to use the "reboot to bootloader" feature in TWRP. But well, this processor is going me crazy.

Magendanz said:
Reserved
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Once we get TWRP can't we just flash Magisk's zip file within TWRP like normally we do?
Also, after restart the tablet, when I tried to get back into TWRP it took me back to Android regular recovery. I had to flash TWRP again using Odin, after enabling MTP, local storage doesn't mount, I wasn't able to copy data in it.

zfk110 said:
Once we get TWRP can't we just flash Magisk's zip file within TWRP like normally we do?
Also, after restart the tablet, when I tried to get back into TWRP it took me back to Android regular recovery. I had to flash TWRP again using Odin, after enabling MTP, local storage doesn't mount, I wasn't able to copy data in it.
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No, you should patch the boot.img using the Magisk app, then flash it using TWRP or pack in a tarball and use Odin. Don't patch the whole AP, as Magisk will substitute a blank vbmeta.img that the bootloader on this device doesn't like.

Rularick5 said:
works perfectly. what i did was after rooting with magisk, i downloaded the official twrp app from playstore and downloaded your img to my tab. then i just flashed it from within the app. no issues.
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Was just going to try this method but I'm on AVC1...I'm assuming I need to be on AVG1?

As long as the binary number is the same, im assuming dont quote me, you should be able to flash avg1 then magisk then twrp. Just update to the latest firmware.

I figured that's what I had to do but was trying to avoid that....just rooted a week ago and had no idea about AVG1.
So if I want to upgrade to AVG1 or any other firmware in the future I have to do the whole process again of patching boot.img, flashing through Odin, factory reset and setting up everything again? There's no way to upgrade and retain root?

Not unless you can recieve ota while rooted.

New release is posted...
Downloads:
twrp_3.6.2_11-1_X200XXU1AVG1.tar.md5
twrp_3.6.2_11-1_X200XXU1AVG1.img
Change Log:
v3.6.2_11-1 (2022-09-11):
Fixed Fastboot Mode (fastbootd) so that dynamic partitions (system, product, vendor) can be managed in TWRP.

Magendanz said:
New release is posted...
Downloads:
twrp_3.6.2_11-1_X200XXU1AVG1.tar.md5
twrp_3.6.2_11-1_X200XXU1AVG1.img
Change Log:
v3.6.2_11-1 (2022-09-11):
Fixed Fastboot Mode (fastbootd) so that dynamic partitions (system, product, vendor) can be managed in TWRP.
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Any news for GSI?

Tony Ronaldo Matute said:
Any news for GSI?
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I successfully tested fastbootd with OEM images, but the LineageOS GSI I tried was still getting kernel panics. I assume it has to do with this bootloader's AVB 2.0 requirements, which we can't seem to work around in the usual way with a blank vbmeta.img.

Magendanz said:
I successfully tested fastbootd with OEM images, but the LineageOS GSI I tried was still getting kernel panics. I assume it has to do with this bootloader's AVB 2.0 requirements, which we can't seem to work around in the usual way with a blank vbmeta.img.
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"OEM images", so the Google GSI? Also, maybe could the vb meta zip disabler works?

Tony Ronaldo Matute said:
"OEM images", so the Google GSI? Also, maybe could the vb meta zip disabler works?
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No, the OEM for this device is Samsung. Please provide a link for this vbmeta disabler, since I've just been using the ones generated by Magisk and my own using avbtool make_vbmeta_image --out vbmeta.img.

Magendanz said:
No, the OEM for this device is Samsung. Please provide a link for this vbmeta disabler, since I've just been using the ones generated by Magisk and my own using avbtool make_vbmeta_image --out vbmeta.img.
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So, first you can try this disabler:
[Deprecated] Universal DM-Verity, ForceEncrypt, Disk Quota Disabler [11/2/2020]
Hi all! For the past couple of months, I've been looking into making a more universal solution to disable dm-verity and forceencrypt. Needing to take different zips, modify them for different devices, and then cross your fingers when you switch...
forum.xda-developers.com
as well, you can try to use this fastbootd command:
[Solved] VBmeta Flashing and Disable Verity Verification Command Problem
Thought to share with you guys, as many of people like me face problem while disabling the verification while flashing VBMETA.img. Most of the time the below command does not work and causes bootloop, when Installing Custom recovery. So i...
forum.xda-developers.com