Now the users of Vivo Z1 Pro will be happy, they can now install TWRP custom recovery and root Vivo Z1 Pro. The good news is that the official TWRP custom recovery is now available for download and install on your device. We have a simple and easy step by step guide on how to download and install TWRP custom recovery and root Vivo Z1 Pro. In the field of customizations, all you need to install the TWRP custom recovery first and then you will be able to root your device.
The TWRP is an open-source custom recovery, which is an important utility for any Android Smartphone. There are many advantages of installing TWRP custom recovery such as installing Custom ROMs, Custom Kernels, Custom Mods or even formatting separate system partitions, rooting, take backup and much more. After installing TWRP custom recovery, you will be able to root Vivo Z1 Pro. Rooting is the process though that you can unlock your Android device. Being the owner of Vivo Z1 Pro, if you want to explore extra amazing features on your device or wish to get the superuser permission to access more locked features, then simply root Vivo Z1 Pro.
Now, let’s talk about the specifications of Vivo Z1 Pro, the device is a budget-friendly smartphone. The Vivo Z1 Pro comes with 6.53 inches of display with 1080 x 2340 pixels of resolution. The device is powered by octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 712 processor along with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. The Vivo Z1 Pro is running on new Funtouch 9 OS out of the box, which is Android Pie. The phone is packed with triple camera setup of 16 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP on the rear and 32 MP of front selfie camera.
Take the full backup of all your valuable data before proceeding. If you wish to download and install official TWRP custom recovery and root Vivo Z1 Pro, then go ahead and follow the given steps.
Warning:
AndroidBlog will not be held responsible for any damage occurred to your Vivo Z1 Pro during or after the installation of TWRP custom recovery. Please keep in mind that replacing the stock recovery with TWRP recovery isn’t an official process so that you will lose the warranty of your Vivo Z1 Pro.
Pre-Requirements:
- Take a proper backup of all your important data like your contacts, call logs, texts, images, videos and audio files on Vivo Z1 Pro before starting the flashing process. It is recommended to keep everything safe and secured by syncing your files with your account.
- A Windows-based PC will be required for this process to install the Vivo Z1 Pro USB drivers and the Android SDK toolkit.
- The bootloader of your phone should be unlocked, otherwise, you’ll not be able to flash the TWRP.
- Enable USB Debugging option by navigating to Menu – Settings – Developer Options.
- The battery level of your Vivo Z1 Pro smartphone should be at least about 70% to avoid unexpected shutdowns during installation.
Required Files:
Steps To Install TWRP Recovery On Vivo Z1 Pro:
1: First of all, transfer the SuperSU zip package to your Vivo Z1 Pro that you have already downloaded from the above link.
2: Now rename Vivo Z1 Pro TWRP Recovery file to recovery.img.
3: Move recovery.img to platform-tools folder in the Android SDK folder.
4: After moving the image to Android SDK folder, connect Vivo Z1 Pro to your PC via USB cable.
5: Now launch a command prompt window from inside the platform-tools folder and type the following command:
adb reboot bootloader
Step No 6: After the bootloader screen appears on the screen of your Vivo Z1 Pro, type this command:
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
7: When the recovery is flashed to the device, give the following command:
fastboot reboot
8: Just reboot your Vivo Z1 Pro into recovery mode to flash SuperSU by giving this command:
adb reboot recovery
9: Simply tap on the Install option in TWRP, browse UPDATE-SuperSU-vx.xx.zip where you’ve transferred. Select it.
It will take some time, wait till it’s flashed after confirming the installation.
10: Now you’ll need to reboot your Vivo Z1 Pro by navigating to Reboot > System option.
Steps to Root Vivo Z1 Pro With Magisk:
Congrats! Your Vivo Z1 Pro is now rooted, and TWRP Recovery is installed on it successfully. To confirm that either your Vivo Z1 Pro is properly rooted or not, download and install the Root Checker app from the Play Store.
