Xiaomi Redmi 4 Developer Edition Guide197

Unlocking the Bootloader

1. Enable Developer Options: Go to Settings > About Phone > MIUI version and tap it seven times until you see a message saying "You are now a developer."
2. Enable USB Debugging: Go to Settings > Additional Settings > Developer Options and toggle on USB Debugging.
3. Connect your device to your computer and open a command prompt or terminal window.
4. Type the following command: `adb devices` to make sure your device is connected.
5. Type the following command: `adb reboot bootloader` to reboot your device into bootloader mode.
6. Type the following command: `fastboot oem unlock` and press Enter. This will unlock your device's bootloader and wipe all your data.

Installing TWRP

1. Download the latest TWRP recovery image for your device.
2. Place the recovery image file in the same directory as your ADB and Fastboot files.
3. Reboot your device into bootloader mode (see instructions above).
4. Type the following command: `fastboot flash recovery ` to flash the TWRP recovery image.
5. Type the following command: `fastboot reboot recovery` to reboot your device into TWRP recovery mode.

Rooting Your Device

1. Download the latest Magisk zip file.
2. Place the Magisk zip file on your device's internal storage.
3. In TWRP recovery, tap on Install > Install Image > Select Magisk zip file > Swipe to confirm flash.
4. Once Magisk is flashed, reboot your device into the system.

Installing a Custom ROM

1. Download the custom ROM zip file for your device.
2. Place the ROM zip file on your device's internal storage.
3. In TWRP recovery, tap on Wipe > Advanced Wipe > Select Cache, Dalvik/ART Cache, System, and Data > Swipe to confirm wipe.
4. Tap on Install > Select ROM zip file > Swipe to confirm flash.
5. Once the ROM is flashed, reboot your device into the system.

Troubleshooting

My device is stuck in a bootloop.

Try wiping your device's cache and data in TWRP recovery.
I can't flash TWRP recovery.

Make sure your device's bootloader is unlocked and that you are using the correct TWRP recovery image for your device.
My device is not recognized by my computer.

Try using a different USB cable or connecting your device to a different USB port on your computer.

Conclusion

Following these steps, you can unlock the bootloader, install TWRP, root your device, and install a custom ROM on your Redmi 4 Developer Edition. Be sure to read through the troubleshooting section if you encounter any problems.

2024-11-26

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