Custom ROM installation - which Steps before?

maverick757

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Hi guys,

I want to install a custom ROM to my Xiaomi A2 lite. I am currently on Android 9 (V10.0.20.0 PDLMIXM) Stock FW.
I have flashed custom roms before to other devices (Samsung and OnePlus) but I'm kind of lost with the Xiaomi A2 lite.

Which steps need to be done first in order to flash a custom rom? I know for sure that I'll need a recovery image (TWRP), but which other steps are necessary?
For example:

- bootloader unlock?
- rooting the device?
- flashing a fastboot image?

I found loads of threads in the subforums, but no guideline on what to to first (and in which order).
Could somebody point out (by linking to the threads)?

Cheers!