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Introduction
If you’re an Android user, you may have heard of TWRP recovery. It’s a custom recovery that allows you to install custom ROMs, kernels, and other modifications on your device. In this article, we’ll show you how to install TWRP recovery and use it to install a custom ROM on your device.
What is TWRP Recovery?
TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project) recovery is a custom recovery that allows you to perform various tasks on your Android device, such as installing custom ROMs, creating and restoring backups, and wiping data. It’s a powerful tool that can help you customize your device in many ways.
Prerequisites
Before we proceed with the installation, there are some prerequisites that you’ll need:
- A rooted Android device
- A computer with ADB and Fastboot installed
- The TWRP recovery image for your device
- A USB cable
Step-by-Step Guide to Install TWRP Recovery
Here’s how to install TWRP recovery on your Android device:
Step 1: Enable USB Debugging
To enable USB debugging on your Android device, go to Settings > Developer options > USB debugging. If you don’t see Developer options, go to Settings > About phone and tap on the Build number seven times to enable Developer options.
Step 2: Connect Your Device to Your Computer
Connect your device to your computer using a USB cable.
Step 3: Download the TWRP Recovery Image
Download the TWRP recovery image for your device from the official TWRP website.
Step 4: Open a Command Prompt
Open a command prompt on your computer and navigate to the folder where you downloaded the TWRP recovery image.
Step 5: Boot Your Device into Fastboot Mode
Boot your device into fastboot mode by pressing and holding the Volume Down and Power buttons simultaneously.
Step 6: Flash the TWRP Recovery Image
Once your device is in fastboot mode, enter the following command in the command prompt: fastboot flash recovery twrp.img Replace twrp.img with the name of the TWRP recovery image that you downloaded.
Step 7: Reboot Your Device
After flashing the TWRP recovery image, reboot your device by entering the following command: fastboot reboot
How to Install a Custom ROM Using TWRP Recovery
Now that you’ve installed TWRP recovery on your device, you can use it to install a custom ROM. Here’s how to do it:
Step 1: Download the Custom ROM
Download the custom ROM that you want to install on your device.
Step 2: Copy the Custom ROM to Your Device
Copy the custom ROM to your device’s internal storage or external SD card.
Step 3: Boot Your Device into TWRP Recovery
Boot your device into TWRP recovery by pressing and holding the Volume Up and Power buttons simultaneously.
Step 4: Create a Backup (Optional)
Before installing the custom ROM, it’s recommended to create a backup of your current ROM. To create a backup, go to Backup and select all the partitions that you want to backup.
Step 5: Wipe Data
Before installing the custom ROM, you need to wipe data. Go to Wipe and select the data, cache, and system partitions. Swipe to confirm.
Step 6: Install the Custom ROM
To install the custom ROM, go to Install and select the custom ROM that you copied to your device. Swipe to confirm and wait for the installation to complete.
Step 7: Reboot Your Device
After installing the custom ROM, reboot your device by going to Reboot and selecting System.
Conclusion
Installing TWRP recovery and using it to install a custom ROM can be a bit daunting, but it’s not as complicated as it may seem. With this guide, you should be able to install TWRP recovery and use it to customize your Android device in many ways. Just remember to be careful and follow the instructions carefully.
