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Noob question about rooting

In this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1340526&page=11 it explains how to root with version 2.3.6 and has a video included in the post. My question is, do I need to go through the "wipe data" step shown in the video or can I skip that step and just go to "install the SuperUser.zip" without wiping the data? I don't want to install a custom ROM right now, I am just interested in rooting the phone. I wish a "one click" method for 2.3.6 would show up, but until then I guess this is the best option. Thank you for any help.

there is no rooting a GS II SR 2.3.6 ROM per say with superone-click or any other rooting method. So far they are all using the same deficiency to achieve root. There are rooted 2.3.6 ROMs out there but they were not done with a so-c.

scott14719 said:
In this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1340526&page=11 it explains how to root with version 2.3.6 and has a video included in the post. My question is, do I need to go through the "wipe data" step shown in the video or can I skip that step and just go to "install the SuperUser.zip" without wiping the data? I don't want to install a custom ROM right now, I am just interested in rooting the phone. I wish a "one click" method for 2.3.6 would show up, but until then I guess this is the best option. Thank you for any help.
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I'm stuck in boot loop but Im sure your better with these things then I am.

shansmi said:
there is no rooting a GS II SR 2.3.6 ROM per say with superone-click or any other rooting method. So far they are all using the same deficiency to achieve root. There are rooted 2.3.6 ROMs out there but they were not done with a so-c.
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Thank you. I think I will wait until there is a method to root the stock ROM that is on my phone (2.3.6)...if a method shows up. So the method in the link in my OP is basically flashing an entirely new, but rooted stock ROM on to the phone using the SuperUser file that was included? I guess that sounds OK, but rooting the stock ROM that is on my phone sounds like a better idea to me. Does any one know why the 2.3.6 update can't be rooted like the 2.3.5 version? Again, thank you.

Check out this method of rooting. It worked for me and it only took like 10 mins. Check out this thread (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1321582) then download the V3 or the newest one but i think that one is the newest. extract the zip file then double click "runme" make sure your phone is connect with the right drivers installed on your computer. Usb debugging and unknown sources both checked then just start the program. It will root your phone and reboot it for you. Cheers

ckck543 said:
Check out this method of rooting. It worked for me and it only took like 10 mins. Check out this thread (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1321582) then download the V3 or the newest one but i think that one is the newest. extract the zip file then double click "runme" make sure your phone is connect with the right drivers installed on your computer. Usb debugging and unknown sources both checked then just start the program. It will root your phone and reboot it for you. Cheers
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Did you root the 2.3.6 AT&T GII SR with this method? The reason I am asking is because it lists the SkyRocket as working, but it doesn't mention if it is the 2.3.6 update? I think I read in that post that someone with 2.3.6 had an issue with it, but I might be wrong. If you could verify the version and baseband of the device you rooted with this method it would help alot. Agian, thanks for the help. I want to make sure things all line up as good as they can before I pull the triger. I need this phone for day to day stuff, but I hate the AT&T crap-ware that is loaded.

scott14719 said:
In this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1340526&page=11 it explains how to root with version 2.3.6 and has a video included in the post. My question is, do I need to go through the "wipe data" step shown in the video or can I skip that step and just go to "install the SuperUser.zip" without wiping the data? I don't want to install a custom ROM right now, I am just interested in rooting the phone. I wish a "one click" method for 2.3.6 would show up, but until then I guess this is the best option. Thank you for any help.
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To answer your question, I don't think you have to wipe data if you simply want to root your phone using this method. If you were installing a complete ROM, then yes you would want to wipe.
Just installing the superuser.zip does not require a wipe.

daystrom said:
To answer your question, I don't think you have to wipe data if you simply want to root your phone using this method. If you were installing a complete ROM, then yes you would want to wipe.
Just installing the superuser.zip does not require a wipe.
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Thank you.

Ok, I just rooted using the method I posted in the OP. It seems to have worked great. If anyone is wondering, you indeed do not need to wipe data if you are going to just use the "Superuser.zip". Just make sure you follow the directions and keep retrying to install the SuperUser file if it aborts...like the post says, it will eventually work. It took three times for me. Thanks for all of the replies and help, you guys are going to get me addicted to this stuff. Off to get Titanium backup!

I was able to root it using the superuser.zip as well. It also took me 3 tries for it to work. I'm on 2.3.5.
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Why do I have 2.3.5?
I bought my skyrocket just last week (AT&T), and I'm fairly sure I checked for an update via "software update" under settings when I got it.
Nonetheless, under "About phone" under "android version" it says right there "2.3.5."
I always err on the side of being too paranoid. It's safe to assume that's not a type-O or the ghost of Steve Jobs trying to get revenge for jumping ship, and it's safe to use the superoneclick 2.3.1?
And, even if I did have 2.3.6, the rooting would fail, it wouldn't brick/set fire to my phone, correct?

interkin3tic said:
I bought my skyrocket just last week (AT&T), and I'm fairly sure I checked for an update via "software update" under settings when I got it.
Nonetheless, under "About phone" under "android version" it says right there "2.3.5."
I always err on the side of being too paranoid. It's safe to assume that's not a type-O or the ghost of Steve Jobs trying to get revenge for jumping ship, and it's safe to use the superoneclick 2.3.1?
And, even if I did have 2.3.6, the rooting would fail, it wouldn't brick/set fire to my phone, correct?
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If it says you have 2.3.5...you have 2.3.5. Only a select amount of people got the 2.3.6 update and then it was pulled. I havn't seen an exact reason why. Everything I have read supports 2.3.5 for the SuperOneClick. 2.3.5 has exploits that it uses that the 2.3.6 update covered up (fixed) and the SuperOneCLick uses the exploit(s) to root the OS while it is running. As of yet, this cannot be done with 2.3.6. I like the method linked in the OP because it adds CWM which allows for Nandroid backups. Read as much as you can about whichever method you choose and make sure to ask questions if you have any before doing it. But it really is simple (both ways) if you make sure to follow the directions exactly. Good luck.

Yes what he said^^ and not it wont brick it you use super oneclick on 2.3.6 it just wont root you.
It really very simplevwhich ever method you use. If you choose to use the odon method there is even a video walk through. But follow all directions exactly or you will have problems. Heres the video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4xGTSrFl1oy

[Q] ALL steps to root Motorola Xoom 4.0.4?

So I recently got a Xoom and would like to root it. I can easily search through forums and follow instructions, but I want to be sure on what I have to do. I've rooted and flashed several Android devices already, so I'm no newbie, but once I bricked an Atrix so since then I've always been super cautious.
So now.. how do I root and install CWM on the Xoom? It's on 4.0.4 OTA.
Do I have to unlock the bootloader first?
Specific references to threads and step by step instructions preferred. Thank you!

xFrozen said:
So I recently got a Xoom and would like to root it. I can easily search through forums and follow instructions, but I want to be sure on what I have to do. I've rooted and flashed several Android devices already, so I'm no newbie, but once I bricked an Atrix so since then I've always been super cautious.
So now.. how do I root and install CWM on the Xoom? It's on 4.0.4 OTA.
Do I have to unlock the bootloader first?
Specific references to threads and step by step instructions preferred. Thank you!
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Yes, you will have to unlock first. There's a bit to set up first, but if you read the instructions and get everything you need set up in one place it's pretty easy. Also, it's actually hard to really brick a Xoom. A few have managed but it's not easy.
Try this guide...everything should still work fine, and it explains a lot
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1249798
Good luck!

Hello Everyone im new to the boards here
I'm Trying to root my Friends Xoom for him. He told me he already started the process and unlocked stuff but cant flash anything or succesfully root. I dont know what he actually did and to be honest neither does he..... * put a gun in my mouth haha*
So my question is can i just follow the guide posted and start from the very first step and redo everything and still be ok ?? He has it updated to OTA ICS 4.0.4 I found several guides for 4.0.3 but im not sure if those instructions would still work if anyone could clarify this for me i'd greatly appreciate it

okantomi said:
Yes, you will have to unlock first. There's a bit to set up first, but if you read the instructions and get everything you need set up in one place it's pretty easy. Also, it's actually hard to really brick a Xoom. A few have managed but it's not easy.
Try this guide...everything should still work fine, and it explains a lot
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1249798
Good luck!
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Ah, thanks, it worked
Dooms87 said:
Hello Everyone im new to the boards here
I'm Trying to root my Friends Xoom for him. He told me he already started the process and unlocked stuff but cant flash anything or succesfully root. I dont know what he actually did and to be honest neither does he..... * put a gun in my mouth haha*
So my question is can i just follow the guide posted and start from the very first step and redo everything and still be ok ?? He has it updated to OTA ICS 4.0.4 I found several guides for 4.0.3 but im not sure if those instructions would still work if anyone could clarify this for me i'd greatly appreciate it
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I also had a problem after unlocking. It unlocked fine, but then I couldn't flash CWM through fastboot. My problem was the Application Variable thing, I assume. What I did was go to the platform tools folder (which for me was C:\Program Files (x86)\Android\android-sdk\platform-tools ). I held shift and right clicked Platform Tools, then pressed "open command window here" and then I flashed CWM through fastboot in that window. Just make sure the CWM image is in the Platform Tools folder, along with fastboot.exe.
If you have any issues with that, PM me and I'll try to help.

omg Frozen thank you so most for that post i literally had the same problem CWM would not flash till i did exactly what you said in the last post thank you soo much greatly appreciated

There is one VERY important piece that is left out of most threads.
The newest Xooms that were release overwrite CWM files upon reboot unless you take specific steps to make sure it doesn't... e.g.
have the update.zip you want to use preloaded on the sdcard via pc
or
use a usb with a otg and a version of CWM that can apply update.zip from the USB drive.
Also beware of threads that dont mention what version of the OS they are for. For example its very easy to root your device, but it be on an on 3.x OS and then the OS will update it to 4.04 on the next boot cycle, and wont give you a chance to pick your ROM update. As a result your device is not rooted at this point, and CWM is not installed because you didnt have root in time to move these files:
adb shell mv /system/recovery-from-boot.p.old /system/recovery-from-boot.p
adb shell mv /system/etc/install-recovery.sh.old /system/etc/install-recovery.sh
while in root.
Really sucks.
So in a nutshell those with the latest Xoom tablets that were released, must make sure you find a update.zip that is compatible with ICS 4.04 and then get it to your SDCARD or USB Drive via any method possible - and then flash the right CWM that supports what you want to do, then catch that as it reboots the very first time but pushing the down button and then up button of the volume controls, and then you can install the root (update.zip).... then if all is well you will be able to boot normally, and then go back and get into CWM and install the ROM of your delight.
Experts feel free to chime in so I don't mislead anyone. I wouldn't follow the above advice until an expert puts their AOK on it.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1242241
Any Xoom any update BTW I had my mz601( Telstra ) on offical ics rooted by this method.

[Q] [Urgent] May have softbricked my phone, need help

Ok so I'm very new to the whole root business, and I only rooted my phone so I could use my ps3 controller via bluetooth which would then allow me to charge my phone at the same time. Got all that working and I was pretty much done with anything root related. That was two days ago. About an hour ago I decided, hey, why not see what I can do with my phone now that it's rooted. So I download the ROM manager and titanium backup. I found a ROM that I think I've heard people talk about before called Cyanogen Mod and I download the stable version of that and I went into ROM manager and I installed it there, it went through the reboot into recovery and everything. At least I thought it worked. It rebooted and I really didn't see anything different. So I manually went into recovery mode and installed Cyanogen from my sd card and rebooted my phone. However, it didn't reboot. It took me to a screen with a yellow triangle that says Verizon found software it doesn't authorize and I should take my phone to the nearest verizon store. It displays this everytime I try to boot my phone. All I can do is boot into ODIN mode. Please someone help, I'm at a loss as to what I should do.

All I can tell you is that you did not unlock your bootloader. You can fix this, but you're going to
have to do the work. Read about Odin.

Well, I read around and It told me to flash the Jellybean 4.1.2 thing to re-root my device and unlock the bootloader in the process. The heading was, If I rooted my device and forgot to unlock and now am getting a yellow triangle, so that seemed like what I needed. I flashed with odin, it said it passed and it auto rebooted my phone, but it still came up with the triangle.

I never said anything about flashing files with Odin.
I just said to read about it.
That's all I'm going to say...read.

"it" told me not "you" told me. All you said to do was read, so I did. I found something that seemed to be similiar to my problem, so I tried it out. It didn't work, so I put it here for more information, just in case someone has an idea on what might be wrong.

Brontis said:
"it" told me not "you" told me. All you said to do was read, so I did. I found something that seemed to be similiar to my problem, so I tried it out. It didn't work, so I put it here for more information, just in case someone has an idea on what might be wrong.
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Unlock your bootloader! Same thing happened to me.

Try this threadhttp://http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2199042&highlight=system+software&page=2

kmsck5 said:
Unlock your bootloader! Same thing happened to me.
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AS RipRip said...read. Do your homework no matter how long it takes to gain knowledge. I took a month to learn what to do with everything. I'm still learning. If you feel uncomfortable with anything don't mess with your phone.

My intention is to offer hints without just handing the solution to you
I'm not sure if the link I posted is working. If it is you should find help there.
If its not working just google your situation, ie. " system software not authorized..."

RipRip said:
My intention is to offer hints without just handing the solution to you
I'm not sure if the link I posted is working. If it is you should find help there.
If its not working just google your situation, ie. " system software not authorized..."
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Ditto same here!

Brontis said:
Well, I read around and It told me to flash the Jellybean 4.1.2 thing to re-root my device and unlock the bootloader in the process. The heading was, If I rooted my device and forgot to unlock and now am getting a yellow triangle, so that seemed like what I needed. I flashed with odin, it said it passed and it auto rebooted my phone, but it still came up with the triangle.
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I can tell you are new as you rooted your phone twice and STILL didn't unlock the bootloader. It makes sense to ask us how to unlock the bootloader since that is the problem in the first place. Also it is a stupid idea to take a rooted phone to Verizon as you just voided your warranty by rooting your device which is why you read before altering the software of an expensive device.

jmxc23 said:
I can tell you are new as you rooted your phone twice and STILL didn't unlock the bootloader. It makes sense to ask us how to unlock the bootloader since that is the problem in the first place. Also it is a stupid idea to take a rooted phone to Verizon as you just voided your warranty by rooting your device which is why you read before altering the software of an expensive device.
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Yes, it is pretty obvious that I am new. If all I have to do is unlock my bootloader, then is there somewhere you can point me so I can work on that? I'm just having some trouble figuring out how to unlock it with only being able to boot into ODIN mode.

Brontis said:
Yes, it is pretty obvious that I am new. If all I have to do is unlock my bootloader, then is there somewhere you can point me so I can work on that? I'm just having some trouble figuring out how to unlock it with only being able to boot into ODIN mode.
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which root method did you use? As all pretty much give you instructions to unlocking the bootloader. If you use the Odin method then you didn't follow the method to the T as you are SUPPOSE flash a file provided that unlocks the bootloader. In one of your posts you said the following "Well, I read around and It told me to flash the Jellybean 4.1.2 thing to re-root my device and unlock the bootloader in the process" That is basically one of the root methods so no I won't point you the right direction as you already found it. Oh and please follow directions carefully.

Look I can tell you are pretty frustrated. So i am going to be a little bit nicer than the guys above. First make sure your phone is fully charged. This is very important. The first link is Odin. load that on your computer. Make due you have Samsung drivers. The 2nd link is to unlock your bootloader. It gets flashed via odin. Make sure you load the file via the PDA button in Odin. After the flash your phone will reboot automatically. This should get u up and running. If it doesn't you will need to follow the instructions for the last 2 links I posted below. This last 2 links flashes stock and shows you how to root and unlock your bootloader. I know the guys above want to u to learn how to do this stuff on your own but many people seem to forget that some people that come in here are not as tech saavy as they are. But be warned. You MUST read ALL instructions to the letter BEFORE starting the process. This is to educate yourself. Remember u need Odin and the Samsung USB drivers installed
Odin: http://goo.gl/ASdXg
Unlock Bootloader: http://open1your1eyes0.cnlson.com/VRALEC.bootchain.tar.md5
Stock 4.1.2: http://hotfile.com/dl/233201455/b70504c/VZW-I535VRBMF1-20130627174111.zip.html
Root + Unlock: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2046439
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk 4

Well I finally managed to fix it. It was after I read the post above, but it works now. I want to thank everyone who posted in here offering advice.
It may not have been the most sophisticated way to do it, but I basically flashed a stock image of jelly bean 4.1.2 onto my phone, and then factory reset it. It's fine by me that I lost my data, (the only annoying thing is all the game saves) and I'm just glad I'm not going to have to go through the awkward process of explaining how I voided my warranty to my parentals.
Again, thank you all.

Updated to 6.0.1, CAN THIS BE UNDONE??

First, I'd like to say that while I'm not new to this, I AM quite rusty. So before you call me retarded for doing what I did, I already know. Now...
I have been just daily driving along on 4.4.2 for a good few years on my phone but I just got a Tab4 and rooted it and noticed that the TWRP version I wound up with was newer than on my phone, and had a few more options. Sooo, I tried to Odin the TWRP to my phone and caused all kinds of problems. Wouldn't boot. So I downloaded everything I could get my hands on to try to Odin onto the G900V to get it up and running again. The ONLY this I could flash was this...
PD1_Full_Factory_Restore_No_Aboot.tar
So now the phone is on the 6.0.1 which I figured was great but quickly noticed that not everything was working. No WiFi, no Camera, no Back and Recent keys, and no extsdcard recognition, so obviously unacceptable. Is this too new to be undone? I spent all night last night and today reading through the various forums, and I haven't seen it directly addressed.
Here are my questions...
1. Can I root this and fix the issues from there? If so, with what tool?
2. If I cannot yet root this, how do I downgrade from this kernel/firmware to something that is at least stable for this device?
Point me in the right direction, I'm not a total newb. I've rooted many devices, many times, but I really haven't been keeping up on anything for some time. Any help would be awesome, I'll pour some beer out for you, Thx in advance.
~Chris
I tried all of these, none will flash via Odin but the one that got me to where I am (PD1)

mods, please delete this post #2.
I edited it all into #1

Odin back to stock
I did something similar, which is what I get for just reading the instructions instead of the warnings at the top of a post.
I tried a number of things, but ended up using odin to do a complete wipe and go back to stock.

Thanks for the reply.
AFAIK this IS a stock ROM, but as I said this was the only thing I could get to flash after I tried to flash a new TWRP. Nothing else will go.
Being a bit rusty myself, it caught my ear when you mentioned the full wipe, I never performed a wipe of any sort during my efforts.
Could that be the problem?
Also, someone please refresh my memory, what piece is it that actually determines whether a device is rootable?
Is it the kernel? Is this one rootable? What is the modern method for acquiring root? I was using towelroot back in the 4.4.2/4.4.4 days.
Thanks

UPDATE : It also will not make a phone call. Hitting the CALL button or trying to answer when it rings will cause the phone to reboot, lol
Someone please get me back to a custom recovery, I've got some great TWRP backups and a ****load of titaniumBU

Just downgrade to PB1 using the stock TAR and unlock your bl from there...

Thank you for the PB1 advice.
Should I be able to accomplish this via Odin?
Is a full wipe/reset required?

Thank you for the PB1 tip
Got that handled, all is up and running, but not rooted
Gunna have to wait till after work for that stuff
Thanks again

OK so now I'm fully stock PB1, where do I want to go from here to acquire root?
Which of these 2 threads shall I follow?
[GUIDE] Unlocking the Galaxys S5 Bootloader using DEV Bootloader [KK-MM], OR...
Working Root Method For 5.0 Lollipop Roms [OE1] [OG5] [OK3] [PB1] [3-3-16]
I ask because above I was advised to "downgrade to PB1 using the stock TAR and unlock your bl from there..."
My question arises from the fact that I had this phone rooted for YEARS before I messed it up, and the thread proclaiming that "S5 bootloader unlock is here!" seems to be only 3 months old. Leading me to wonder, do I need an unlocked bootloader, or merely to acquire root? Seems like a valid question to me. I just want to make sure in advance before proceeding.
SO in summary, this is the question...
Which of these 2 threads shall I follow?
[GUIDE] Unlocking the Galaxys S5 Bootloader using DEV Bootloader [KK-MM], OR...
Working Root Method For 5.0 Lollipop Roms [OE1] [OG5] [OK3] [PB1] [3-3-16]
Also, what file system do I want for my SDcard?
Thank You

cjschriver3 said:
OK so now I'm fully stock PB1, where do I want to go from here to acquire root?
Which of these 2 threads shall I follow?
[GUIDE] Unlocking the Galaxys S5 Bootloader using DEV Bootloader [KK-MM], OR...
Working Root Method For 5.0 Lollipop Roms [OE1] [OG5] [OK3] [PB1] [3-3-16]
I ask because above I was advised to "downgrade to PB1 using the stock TAR and unlock your bl from there..."
My question arises from the fact that I had this phone rooted for YEARS before I messed it up, and the thread proclaiming that "S5 bootloader unlock is here!" seems to be only 3 months old. Leading me to wonder, do I need an unlocked bootloader, or merely to acquire root? Seems like a valid question to me. I just want to make sure in advance before proceeding.
SO in summary, this is the question...
Which of these 2 threads shall I follow?
[GUIDE] Unlocking the Galaxys S5 Bootloader using DEV Bootloader [KK-MM], OR...
Working Root Method For 5.0 Lollipop Roms [OE1] [OG5] [OK3] [PB1] [3-3-16]
Also, what file system do I want for my SDcard?
Thank You
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WS86FHqY6rE with appropriate files worked! Tremendous help for me.

Miilliiee said:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WS86FHqY6rE with appropriate files worked! Tremendous help for me.
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Thx for that. Being able to see the video helped a lot, not because I can't read, but just because I was able to see what was SUPPOSED to happen at each step.
All fixed up now. Thx again.

running nougat va20. tried every root/custom recovery method i could find.

so like the title states, i'm trying to flash twrp and get root. i've tried idk how many different methods and i'm hitting a brick wall. bootloader is unlocked, recowvery is giving me an error before closing itself, not doing anything. verified device is recognized by adb.
also tried flashing recovery using flashboot, but obviously that doesn't work on a20. i'm open to suggestions as i would really like to have a custom recovery
i could flash a rooted .kdz/.tot but i have yet to find one that is a20 or higher.

ZOMGITSABEAR said:
so like the title states, i'm trying to flash twrp and get root. i've tried idk how many different methods and i'm hitting a brick wall. bootloader is unlocked, recowvery is giving me an error before closing itself, not doing anything. verified device is recognized by adb.
also tried flashing recovery using flashboot, but obviously that doesn't work on a20. i'm open to suggestions as i would really like to have a custom recovery
i could flash a rooted .kdz/.tot but i have yet to find one that is a20 or higher.
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BUMP. please help me, someone. if i could at least get root going i'd be happy.

ZOMGITSABEAR said:
so like the title states, i'm trying to flash twrp and get root. i've tried idk how many different methods and i'm hitting a brick wall. bootloader is unlocked, recowvery is giving me an error before closing itself, not doing anything. verified device is recognized by adb.
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Sorry, to hear that it didn't work for you. In my experience, this has to be related to not following the instructions to the point. I was also stuck myself initially, only to find out later that I missed something in the instruction. Give us more detail, otherwise no one can help you. Which firmware version are you on? Which method are you trying? Is it an automated script or manual. IMO, the manual method works best, and easier to troubleshoot.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/v20/development/h918-recowvery-unlock-v20-root-shell-t3490594

suhridkhan said:
Sorry, to hear that it didn't work for you. In my experience, this has to be related to not following the instructions to the point. I was also stuck myself initially, only to find out later that I missed something in the instruction. Give us more detail, otherwise no one can help you. Which firmware version are you on? Which method are you trying? Is it an automated script or manual. IMO, the manual method works best, and easier to troubleshoot.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/v20/development/h918-recowvery-unlock-v20-root-shell-t3490594
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can you help me over discord or something? i'd GREATLY appreciate it and i'll love you forever

ZOMGITSABEAR said:
can you help me over discord or something? i'd GREATLY appreciate it and i'll love you forever
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Didn't really understand your question! What seems to be the issue?

for anyone having trouble rooting 20a, i tried this guide and FINALLY have my phone running twrp and root working fine.
http://www.droidviews.com/install-twrp-recovery-and-root-lg-g5-on-android-nougat/

for anyone having trouble rooting 20a, i tried this guide and FINALLY have my phone running twrp and root working fine.
http://www.droidviews.com/install-twrp-recovery-and-root-lg-g5-on-android-nougat/

ZOMGITSABEAR said:
for anyone having trouble rooting 20a, i tried this guide and FINALLY have my phone running twrp and root working fine.
http://www.droidviews.com/install-twrp-recovery-and-root-lg-g5-on-android-nougat/
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If this worked, good for you.
But I don't think it should work. Last time I checked, the very fastboot flash command is disabled in LG G5. Recowvery is supposed to be the only way.
BTW, I don't trust root and unlock methods outside of xda. There are lots of clickbait articles, which has the potential to brick your device.

suhridkhan said:
If this worked, good for you.
I don't trust root and unlock methods outside of xda. There are lots of clickbait articles, which has the potential to brick your device.
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THIS!!!!
Other root methods and apps that root and all that stuff are just BEGGING for your phone to be destroyed. I used a KingRoot solution once on an old phone that no XDA certified method still worked on....it rooted it just fine. But all the added junk it installed as system files with highly restrictive permissions that made them impossible to remove essentially made the device unusable. This was an old phone I was just using for an experiment anyway so no loss. But it illustrates why any root methods not found on XDA are highly risky.
I mean, sometimes a questionable root method gets posted on XDA too. But it's usually debunked as a bad idea within a day or two. (Sometimes within an hour) So you can read about real world experience with that method on a specific device and know if you should avoid it or not.
And there are other Android developer sites like XDA that can give good root options and solutions, as well as good advice for a phone in general. I'm not suggesting that anything outside of XDA is crap. If you find a good root solution on another website that has a reputable history and you trust it, great.! But never google "Root my phone" and try the first option that pops up on some sketchy Chinese / Russian / Martian website.

Were you on updated nougat version and rolled back to v20a using lgup?