The advanced access procedure, known in the Android community as Root, turns your Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro from a conventional consumer device into a powerful tool for fine-tuning the system. The owner of a smartphone with superuser rights gets full control of the file system, the ability to remove system applications that the manufacturer sewed by default, and install specialized software for deep interface modification.
But the process is not without its complexities and potential risks. Unlike installing simple apps from the Play Market, interfering with system partitions requires accuracy, understanding the sequence of actions and being willing to take responsibility for the result. Magisk firmware on the Redmi Note 8 Pro requires the bootloader to be unlocked, which automatically leads to the complete removal of all data from the device.
Before we get to the practical steps, we need to realize that any manipulation of the bootloader and system partitions is at your own risk. Mistakes can lead to a software failure known as a "brick" when the device stops booting. However, for enthusiasts, this opens the door to customized recoveries, full backup of the system and the use of modules that change the processor and camera.
⚠️ Note: Obtaining superuser rights automatically voids the manufacturer's official software warranty. In the event of software failures following modification, service centers may refuse free service.
Preparation of the device and assembly of necessary tools
The success of the operation depends on the quality of preparation. You will need not only the Redmi Note 8 Pro smartphone itself, but also a working computer running Windows, as well as a high-quality computer. USB-A cable that can transmit data, not just charge the battery, and using cheap "charging-only" cables is a common cause of firmware errors.
The first step is to activate the hidden developer menu, go to the phone's settings, find the About Phone section, and click on MIUI seven times quickly, and then a new option will appear in the settings menu "Advanced Settings" or "Additional", where you need to activate debugging over USB.
Next, link your Mi Account to your device. This is a requirement for Xiaomi to unlock. In the Developer Menu, find Mi Unlock Status and add your account. After that, the phone will require you to wait a certain time, usually 168 hours (7 days), before allowing it to unlock.
- 📱 Charge the Redmi Note 8 Pro to at least 60% to avoid turning off at a critical moment.
- 💾 Make a full backup of all important data to a cloud server or computer, as the internal memory will be cleared.
- 🔌 Install the drivers. ADB and Fastboot on your computer, downloading the official Platform-tools from Google.
- 🔗 Download and install the latest version of the Mi Unlock Tool utility from the official website MIUI.
⚠️ Warning: Don't try to miss the 168-hour wait by resetting settings or re-binding your account.The timer will reset and the wait will start anew from the start.
☑️ Ready to unlock
Unlocking the Bootloader bootloader
Unlocking the bootloader is a key step without which installing Root rights on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro is impossible. The bootloader is a small program that runs to the operating system and checks the integrity of the software. By default, it is blocked to prevent unauthorized modifications from being installed.
To start the process, turn your smartphone into Fastboot mode. To do this, turn off the device completely, and then press the power and volume buttons at the same time. The image of a rabbit repairing an android will appear on the screen, indicating a successful transition to the desired mode. Connect your phone to your computer through USB-cable.
Run the Mi Unlock Tool program on your computer and log in to your Mi Account. The utility should identify the connected device. Press the "Unlock" button. A warning will appear that all data will be deleted. Confirm the action. The unlocking process will take from a few seconds to several minutes, after which the phone will automatically restart and begin to clean the data.
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fastboot reboot⚠️ Warning: Once the bootloader is unlocked, the Mi Cloud function may not work properly or require re-authorization. Make sure to remember the password from your Mi Account.
Installation of custom TWRP Recovery
Stock Recovery has very limited functionality and does not allow you to install modified system files. TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project – third-party recovery with graphical interface and installation support ZIP-archive.
You need to find the current version of the TWRP image, created specifically for the MediaTek Helio G90T processor, which is installed in the Redmi Note 8 Pro. Using the version for another model or processor will cause the touchscreen to fail or the recovery partition to break completely.
Reset your phone to Fastboot mode and connect it to your PC. Open the command line in the ADB tool folder. Enter the command to firmware the image. Importantly, you can't just reboot the button after the firmware, you need to immediately press the button combination to log in to TWRP, otherwise the stock recap will overwrite the custom.
fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.x.x-x_begonia.img
fastboot boot twrp-3.x.x-x_begonia.imgIf it goes well, you'll see the TWRP interface. You can switch to Russian or English in the settings menu. Before installing mods, you should make a full backup of the current system (Boot, System, Data) through the "Backup" menu.
- 🛠 Select from the menu TWRP "Install" for selection ZIP-file.
- 📂 Navigation of the file system in TWRP is carried out through the touch screen.
- 🔒 If the system requires a password to decrypt data, enter your screen unlock pin code.
- 💾 After installing the mods, make sure to wipe. cache/dalvik avoiding cyclical resetting.
Magisk installation and access to Root
Today, the de facto standard for superuser rights is the Magisk project from developer topjohnwu. Unlike the old methods (SuperSU), Magisk works systemless, which allows you to bypass some security checks and run banking applications that usually block work on rooted devices.
Download the current one. APK-Magisk file to your computer, rename it the extension with.apk to.zip (or just copy it). APK inside the archive, if TWRP Allows) and transfer to the internal memory of the smartphone. TWRP Select “Install”, find the Magisk file and slide to confirm the installation.
When you finish the firmware process, click the "Reboot System" button. When you first boot, the system may be longer than usual. When you see the desktop, look for the Magisk icon in the list of applications. If it appears, congratulations, you successfully implemented superuser rights.
| Component | Function | Post-installation status |
|---|---|---|
| Bootloader | Loader of the system | Unlocked (Unlocked) |
| Recovery | Recovery environment | TWRP (Custom) |
| Magisk | Manager of rights | Active (Active) |
| System Partition | System section | Read-Write (Available) |
What if Magisk doesn’t see Root?
Configuring hidden settings and modules
Getting rights is just the beginning. The main power of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro is revealed using Magisk modules. These modules allow you to change system libraries on the fly without physically affecting the system partition files. This makes the system flexible and allows you to return all changes simply by removing the module.
A popular solution for Xiaomi devices is a module that disables advertising in system applications, or modules that increase the volume of speakers. tools are also available for calibrating the display and changing the frequency of the touch screen survey, which is especially important for the gaming potential of the Redmi Note 8 Pro.
To control the access of applications to Root rights, use the built-in manager in the Magisk application. When you first start a program that requires high privileges, a request will appear on the screen. Be careful and only allow access to verified software, since malware with superuser rights can cause irreparable damage.
- 🚀 Cores and Tweaks: Installation of modules for overclocking the processor or, conversely, saving battery.
- 🎨 Visualization: Change of fonts, emojis and system icons without flashing the entire device.
- 🔒 Security: Hiding Root from banking applications through DenyList.
- 🗑 Cleaning: Removing system debris and duplicate applications that are not available to the average user.
⚠️ Note: Installing modules designed for other versions of Android or other processor models is guaranteed to result in a bootloop (cyclic reboot.
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Before installing any heavy module, create a restore point in TWRP. If the phone stops booting, you can roll back to working state in a couple of minutes through Recovery.
Possible problems and ways to solve them
Xiaomi modifications rarely go perfectly smoothly for all users. Often there are situations when the computer does not see the phone in Fastboot mode, or the Mi Unlock utility gives an error with the code. USB-port.
If you have a phone stuck on the MIUI logo after installing Magisk, don't panic. Press the power and volume button up (or down, depending on the TWRP firmware) to force you to enter recovery mode. In TWRP, select "Wipe" -> "Format Data," type "yes" and confirm. This will remove encryption that may have conflicted with the new rights.
In the case of serious errors, when TWRP It does not start, only a return to stock firmware through the mode will help. EDL (Emergency Download Mode) or Fastboot. This will require you to download the official firmware for the Redmi Note. 8 Pro (codename begonia) and use the fastboot command flash_all.
⚠️ Attention: Fastboot Team flash_all It completely erases all parts of the phone, and only use it if other recovery methods fail and you are confident in the integrity of the firmware file.
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The most common reason for failure is inattentive reading of instructions for specific firmware files. Always check which version of Android and region the file is intended for.