Owning a Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro offers a lot of opportunities for everyday use, but the standard MIUI shell often limits access to system functions. Obtaining superuser rights, or root access, allows you to fully unlock the potential of the device by removing embedded debris, changing the CPU frequencies and installing specialized modules. This process requires care and accurate follow-up instructions, as any errors can lead to software failures.
Before you start modifying your system, you need to understand the risks: Interfering with Android code voids the manufacturer’s official warranty on the device; and banking applications and services with a high degree of data protection can stop functioning correctly without additional security settings; however, for enthusiasts, this is the only way to gain full control over the hardware.
The main method we're going to look at is based on the Magisk bootloader, which is a modern solution that allows you to get root rights without changing the system partition, which makes the process reversible and more secure. You need a Windows computer, the original Windows one. USB-cable and stable Internet connection for checking Xiaomi servers.
Preparation of the device and unlocking the loader
The first and most critical step is unlocking the bootloader. Without this step, installing a modified backup or obtaining superuser rights is technically impossible. The standard procedure requires submitting an application through the official MIUI Unlock website and waiting for a certain period of time, which can be from 7 to 168 hours.
To start, activate the developer mode. Go to the phone settings, select About Phone, and quickly click on MIUI seven times. Once you have become a developer, go to the advanced settings and find the Developer section, where you need to activate the Factory Unlock switch and enable USB debugging.
⚠️ Warning: The process of unlocking the bootloader will result in the complete removal of all data from the internal drive of the smartphone. be sure to back up important photos, contacts and documents before starting the procedure.
After the application and the waiting time expires, connect the phone to the computer in the off state, holding the down volume and power buttons simultaneously. In Fastboot mode, launch the Mi Unlock Tool utility on your PC. If all the conditions are met, the program will unlock the device, which is the basis for further manipulation of system files.
Installation of custom TWRP Recovery
Xiaomi’s regular recovery menu does not allow you to make changes to system partitions or install third-party zip archives. To implement Magisk, we will need a specialized recovery called TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project), a graphical environment controlled by a touch screen that gives full access to the file system.
The installation process is done via Fastboot mode. You will need to download a recover image specially adapted for the Redmi Note 6 Pro (codename tulip) and use of files from other models, even from the Redmi Note line, is strictly prohibited and can lead to the "bricking" of the device.
Connect the unlocked smartphone to your PC and open the command line in the folder with the tools ADB and Fastboot. Enter the command to firmware image:
fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.x.x.x-tulip.imgAn important nuance: immediately after firmware, you can not boot the system in normal mode, otherwise the regular recap will overwrite TWRP. You need to press the combination of power buttons and volume "Up" before the appearance of the MI logo to forcefully enter the recovery menu. Only after making sure that TWRP has started, you can reboot in Android.
- 📱 Download the current version TWRP for the codename tulip.
- 🔌 Connect the device in Fastboot mode to the computer.
- 💻 Run the firmware command through ADB/Fastboot.
- 🔄 Go to Recovery Mode without loading the OS.
☑️ Checklist before installation TWRP
Integration of Magisk to obtain root rights
Once TWRP is successfully installed, it's the turn of the most important component, the superuser rights manager. Today, the de facto standard is Magisk, and its uniqueness lies in the system-less modifications that hide root rights from most applications.
Download the latest version of the Magisk apk file from the official GitHub repository. Rename the file extension from.apk to.zip so that the recavers can recognize it as an installation package. Copy this file into your smartphone's internal memory or onto a connected microSD card.
Load to TWRP and go to Install. Find the zip archive you have prepared and confirm the swipe installation. The process will take a few seconds. Once complete, press the Reboot System button. When you first boot, the system can update applications — this is normal for Magisk binary file implementations.
⚠️ Warning: Never delete the Magisk app after installation.This will result in root rights loss and a possible bootloop loop if the binary files were integrated into the boot image.
Once you download the operating system, you'll see a new app icon on the menu. When you open it, you'll see the green "Installed" label with the code version. This confirms that the Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro has successfully obtained superuser rights. Now you can install modules, change system fonts, and remove secure applications.
What if Magisk doesn’t show root?
Comparison of methods for obtaining superuser rights
In the Android world, there are several approaches to getting extended rights. It is important for a Redmi Note 6 Pro owner to understand the differences between outdated methods and modern security standards. Below is a table comparing the main characteristics of different approaches.
| Method | Security | Hiding from banks | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| SuperSU (old) | Low. | Impossible. | Low. |
| Magisk (modern) | Tall. | Maybe (MagiskHide) | Medium |
| OneClickRoot | Medium | Partially. | Low. |
| KingRoot | Low (virus risk) | No. | Low. |
As the comparison shows, using SuperSU or Chinese analogues like KingRoot for the modern version of Android on Xiaomi makes no sense, and these methods often leave security vulnerabilities and do not support the new Google Play Protect protection mechanisms.
In addition, modern methods allow dynamic access control, and you can revoke permissions from a particular application at any time through the Magisk menu without removing the root itself, which provides flexibility that is not available when using static patches or old utilities.
Set up root hiding for banking applications
One of the biggest problems with root rights is the failure of banking applications, Google Pay and various enterprise services, which detect changes in system integrity and block access to functions, but Magisk offers effective tools to bypass these checks.
First, activate Zygisk in Magisk settings. You'll need to reboot after you turn on. Then, in the same settings menu, activate Enforce DenyList. In the list of "DenyList", you'll find all banking apps, Google Play Services and Google Play Store, opening each item and noting all subprocesses.
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For maximum compatibility, it is also recommended to install the Shamiko module, which expands the hiding capabilities and allows you not to add applications to DenyList manually, working in automatic mode.
You can also use the Hide the Magisk app, which renames the application and changes its packet ID, which helps to hide the fact that the root rights manager is available from simple detectors, and after all the manipulations, it is recommended to clear the cache of applications that have failed to work.
If standard methods don’t work, you can use the MagiskHide Props Config module, which allows you to swap the device certificate, making it “invisible” to security services, especially for devices that no longer receive official security updates from Xiaomi.
Possible problems and ways to solve them
The firmware modification process rarely goes perfectly smoothly for all users. The most common problem on the Redmi Note 6 Pro is locking the bootloader with the message "Device is locked" even after unlocking. This is treated by waiting 7 days from the moment of attaching a Mi Account or re-submitting an application through the Mi Unlock Tool.
Another common situation is that you can boot up endlessly after installing the module. If the phone doesn't boot for more than 5 minutes, you need to go to TWRP, go to Advanced and select File Manager. Find the /data/adb/modules folder and delete the folder with the problem module.
⚠️ Note: If after the firmware TWRP The internal memory (error 1010 or similar) is lost due to data encryption, and you need to format the Data partition with the Format Data command. TWRP, You type in "yes." That will delete all the data, but it will restore access to the storage.
Users may also encounter a broken fingerprint sensor or camera, which often happens when installing global firmware versions on Chinese versions of devices or vice versa, in which case only a return to stock firmware via Emergency Download (EDL) mode using an authorized Mi Account helps.
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
Will the guarantee be reset after obtaining root rights?
Can I update Android to OTA root-righted?
Is it safe to use online banking after rooting?
What if the phone stopped turning on after the firmware?
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Getting root rights to the Redmi Note 6 Pro is a powerful customization tool, but it requires accountability. Always have stock firmware on hand to return the device to its original state.