The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro came out on 2019 of September and this was a turn for Xiaomi and opting for the Media-Tek powerful processor which is Helio G90T which was a beast in gaming a perfect performance for mid-tier smartphones and has a gradient fire design with 64 MP main camera with quad-camera set up, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro was shipped with MIUI 11 on top of Android 10, This article will show you how to install Root and TWRP on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8.
So, an unofficial build is available for the Redmi Note 8 Pro is now available through this guide You can download the TWRP On Redmi Note 8 Pro Installing TWRP will allow you to install custom ROMs, Kernels, do Nandroid backups and restore them, and also flash Magisk to root the device. But thanks to XDA member an unofficial build of TWRP is available for the Redmi Note 8 Pro.
Every major feature of the TWRP recovery work seamlessly, as listed below:
- Installing custom ROMs, kernels, mods, and any other flashable zips.
- Installing partition images. (system, boot, etc)
- Taking Nandroid backups and restoring them.
- Wiping individual device partitions like Data, System, Cache, etc.
- Performing a full factory reset.
- Mounting and unmounting device partitions.
- Mounting your phone’s internal/external storage for MTP.
- Installing custom ROMs, kernels, mods, and any other flashable zips.
- Installing partition images. (system, boot, etc)
- Taking Nandroid backups and restoring them.
- Wiping individual device partitions like Data, System, Cache, etc.
- Performing a full factory reset.
- Mounting and unmounting device partitions.
- Mounting your phone’s internal/external storage for MTP.
- …And more
With that all being said, let’s start
Prerequisites:
To ensure a successful install of TWRP, ensure to fulfill all the prerequisites properly.
- Take a complete backup of all your data, although this a safe procedure its a safe side to keep a backup of the data in any odd cases.
- In order to install TWRP, on your Redmi Note 8 Pro the bootloader must be unlocked, if you haven’t unlocked the bootloader yet note that Unlocking bootloader “WILL ERASE ALL THE DATA”, Including the internal storage.
- Installing TWRP on Redmi Note 8 Pro requires the use of fastboot so install the ADB drivers and fast boot tools for PC Or Mac
- Also, download the USB drivers for your Redmi Note 8 Pro.
- And, ensure that your battery is above 80% so that it doesn’t run out of battery in the midst of installing process.
Download Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro TWRP Recovery.
Unofficial TWRP For Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro
Although we try our best to update the links and keep them posted, we encourage you to always check the XDA thread for the latest updates available.
How to Install TWRP Recovery on Redmi Note 8 Pro
- Download the latest Redmi Note 8 Pro TWRP recovery image and installer zip files.
- Make a new folder and add the files and download all the files over there.
- Move the recovery image file to the folder on the PC where the ADB and Fastboot drivers are installed.
- Now power off your phone and boot it into Fastboot Mode. (Enter fastboot by pressing together “Volume down+ Power button)
- In your PC/Laptop, Open the extracted ADB Folder and Open Command Window by pressing Shift Key + Right Mouse Click.
- Now connect the PC to Mobile with USB Cable In fast boot mode.
- Now type the below command on your command window.
fastboot devices
- To flash the recovery, type the command. (Please make sure the file is renamed as recovery.img)
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img if the command is completed you have successful installled TWRP on your device
- And reboot your device.
- Now you can make a backup of your stock ROM via TWRP. (optional)
Root Redmi Note 8 Pro:
- Download Magisk
- And place it in the internal memory or SD card on your device.
- Then go into recovery by pressing the “Volume up+Power button” simultaneously.
- Before you root make sure you have a backup of your device.
- Then in TWRP select Install and find Magisk.zip and select the file.
- Swipe to Install and flash it.
- Restart your device.
That’s it, you should have now rooted the device. Search for the Magisk logo on your app drawer to confirm.
You can also install the Root Checker app to verify the root.
This is the guide on how to install TWRP and root the device and install Magisk on Redmi Note 8 Pro.
