The Poco F6 Pro is a powerful device, but to unleash its full potential and customize it to your liking, unlocking the bootloader and installing a custom recovery like TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project) is essential. This guide will walk you through the steps involved in the process.
Disclaimer: Unlocking the bootloader and installing custom software may void your warranty. Proceed at your own risk and make sure to back up your data before proceeding.
Prerequisites:
- Enable Developer Options: Go to Settings > About Phone and tap on “MIUI Version” seven times until you see a message that Developer options are enabled.
- Enable USB Debugging: Go to Settings > Additional Settings > Developer Options and enable “USB Debugging.”
- Enable OEM Unlocking: In Developer Options, also enable “OEM Unlocking.”
- Mi Unlock Tool: Download and install the Mi Unlock Tool from the official Xiaomi website.
- TWRP Recovery: Download the latest TWRP image file for Poco F6 Pro from the official TWRP website.
- ADB and Fastboot: Download and install ADB and Fastboot tools on your computer.
Steps:
- Link Mi Account: In Mi Unlock Tool, log in with your Mi account and connect your Poco F6 Pro to your computer via USB. Make sure your device is connected to the internet.
- Unlock Bootloader: Follow the instructions in the Mi Unlock Tool to unlock the bootloader. This may take a few days as Xiaomi usually imposes a waiting period.
- Boot into Fastboot Mode: Power off your Poco F6 Pro. Then, press and hold the power button and volume down button simultaneously until you see the Fastboot logo.
- Connect to Computer: Connect your device to the computer using a USB cable.
- Open Command Prompt: Navigate to the folder where you installed ADB and Fastboot tools. Open a command prompt or terminal window and enter the following command:
fastboot devices
This should list your device. If not, ensure your drivers are installed correctly.
- Flash TWRP: Enter the following command, replacing “twrp.img” with the actual file name of your TWRP image:
fastboot flash recovery twrp.img
- Reboot into TWRP: Hold the power button and volume up button together until the device reboots. It should boot directly into TWRP recovery.
Installing Custom ROMs and Mods (Optional):
With TWRP installed, you can now easily flash custom ROMs, kernels, mods, and other customizations. Make sure to thoroughly research and choose reliable sources for your downloads.
Conclusion:
By unlocking the bootloader and installing TWRP on your Poco F6 Pro, you open up a world of possibilities for customization. You can now enjoy custom ROMs, kernels, mods, and other enhancements to personalize your device and make it truly yours.
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