[Guide] Root Pixel 4a (5G) with Magisk + Unlock Bootloader + Pass SafetyNet + More

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Big thank you for maintaining these instructions!
I'm about ready to jump into rooting my new-to-me 4A5G to prepare it to replace my haggard Pixel1. I've always put Lineage on my phones and never experienced 'as delivered' Android, so I thought I'd try it for a while, but I think root is a must-have in order to run ad blockers, deep cleaners, and app backup/restore. At least, that's how it's worked for me since the days of OGDroid.
The phone is on Android 12 (last update was mid '22), but keeps asking to update. Is it trying to OTA to 13? If so, is it best to let it before I root?
 
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phonetool said:
Big thank you for maintaining these instructions!
I'm about ready to jump into rooting my new-to-me 4A5G to prepare it to replace my haggard Pixel1. I've always put Lineage on my phones and never experienced 'as delivered' Android, so I thought I'd try it for a while, but I think root is a must-have in order to run ad blockers, deep cleaners, and app backup/restore. At least, that's how it's worked for me since the days of OGDroid.
The phone is on Android 12 (last update was mid '22), but keeps asking to update. Is it trying to OTA to 13? If so, is it best to let it before I root?
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It is ok to let the phone update before you root.
 
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As of about last week, Google Pay doesn't work on my 4a 5G anymore, and my Play Store is showing device not certified. I have downloaded the latest kdrag0n safetynet-fix-v2.4.0, and repeated the steps multiple times of wiping the system apps storage. Any insight on what's going on?
 
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WhiteAsIce said:
As of about last week, Google Pay doesn't work on my 4a 5G anymore, and my Play Store is showing device not certified. I have downloaded the latest kdrag0n safetynet-fix-v2.4.0, and repeated the steps multiple times of wiping the system apps storage. Any insight on what's going on?
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Have you tried Dislax safetynet-fix-v2.4.0-MOD_1.1.zip?
 
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Have you tried Dislax safetynet-fix-v2.4.0-MOD_1.1.zip?
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I had to revisit that page. When I first visited Displax;s page, I scrolled down and clicked "Download latest version" but that just took me back to the kdrag0n page. Now I realize I was supposed to click on Releases on the right side. So far, 4a 5G is working using this forked version.
 
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Magisk Canary Update
app-release_69529ac5-25211.apk
Notes:
  1. Tap app-release.apk
  2. Tap 3 dots (...) across from 10.9 MB, Tap Download
  3. ...[General] Bump minimum supported Android version to Android 6.0
  4. Google Android 14 Codename is 'Android U' or 'Upside Down Cake'
    1. ...[MagiskPolicy] Update rules to support Android U...
    2. ...This fixes boot image patching issues on Android U preview...
 
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:oops: Not another broken Magisk Canary
Notes:
  1. Magisk Canary 25207, 25208, 25209 (some devices), 25210 and 25211 are broken.
  2. Magisk 25211: Some, are reporting Systemless host is still not working in this thread:
    Magisk General Support / Discussion - starting at Post #55137
  3. Use Magisk Canary 25206
    • Tap the 3 dot menu across from 5b2934603f
    • Tap Go to file
    • Tap app-release.apk
    • Tap the 3 dot menu across from 10.9 MB
    • Tap Download
<<Edit>> Fix for Module loading, System less Host is still broken.

Waiting for Magisk 26001.
 
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    badabing2003 said:
    If extracting boot.img from OTA that you flashed, and creating a patch from it is giving your problems, then your problems are not with firmware.
    Explain exactly what is happening.
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    So here i am, after extracting boot.img from the full firmware, i compared the MD5 checksum and noticed it was the same as the one i dumped from payload.bin, so the resulat was the same, obviously.
    So i simply replaced Magisk Delta which i was using for some time now, and switched to Magisk Canary as it is advised in OP, patched my boot.img with it and all went fine... So all my troubles were because of a wrong magisk fork :)
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    SDK Platform-tools Update
    SDK Platform-tools r. 34.0.3, was released May 22, 2023.

    @badabing2003 reported a problem when using it.
    https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...7-pro-cheetah-safetynet.4502805/post-88571575

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    https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...7-pro-cheetah-safetynet.4502805/post-88571601

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    [Guide] Root Pixel 4a (5G) with Magisk + Unlock Bootloader + Pass SafetyNet + More
    Android Security Bulletin—May 2023
    Pixel Update Bulletin—May 2023    ​

    Introduction
    This Guide is for Pixel 4a 5(G) owners that want to Root their phone, and enjoy the benefits of rooting it. The Guide is divided into three parts: Information, Instructions, and Other.

    ~ ~ ~ Part I - INFORMATION ~ ~ ~
    1. Disclaimer

      • I assume no responsibility for the malfunctioning/bricking of your phone.
      • If you choose to use a Custom Kernels, Custom ROM, etc. You should read the Installation Instructions in their thread before using this guide or attempting to install them. Additionally, the order of listed items i.e., Custom Kernels, Custom ROMS, etc. Does not indicate my preference for them. It is your responsibility to do the research before selecting them.
    2. Prerequisites

    3. NEW

      • "...make a 100% clean install of ANY Magisk version or fork without PC or TWRP."

        Magisk General Support / Discussion

        This is the place for general support and...
        forum.xda-developers.com forum.xda-developers.com
      • Android 14 Beta are up.

        1. Builds are only available for the following Pixel devices:
          • Google Pixel 4a5(G)
          • Google Pixel 5 and 5a
          • Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro
          • Google Pixel 6a
          • Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro
            * * * 64-bit-only system images * * *
          • Google Pixel 4a (5G)
          • Google Pixel 5
          • Google Pixel 6
          • Google Pixel 6 Pro
        2. Android 14 GSI binaries and release
          • Pixel 4a5(G)
          • Pixel 5 and 5a
          • Pixel 6 and 6 Pro
          • Pixel 6a Pro
          • Pixel 7 and 7 Pro
      • Android 13 QPR3 beta images are up.
        Release notes - for QPR3 beta
        1. Factory Images
          Builds are only available for the following Pixel devices:

          • Google Pixel 4a and 4a (5G)
          • Google Pixel 5 and 5a
          • Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro
          • Google Pixel 6a
          • Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro
            * * * 64-bit-only system images * * *
          • Google Pixel 4a (5G)
          • Google Pixel 5
          • Google Pixel 6
          • Google Pixel 6 Pro
        2. OTA Images
          Builds are only available for the following Pixel devices:

          • Google Pixel 4a and 4a (5G)
          • Google Pixel 5 and 5a
          • Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro
          • Google Pixel 6a
          • Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro
    4. Update(s)

    5. My Other Guides
    6. Credits/Thanks/Recognitions

      • @creezalird- Flash Android 12 factory image.
      • Those I may have, inadvertently, forgotten.
    ~ ~ ~ Part II - INSTRUCTIONS ~ ~ ~
    (The Instructions listed below are not steps, they are individual sets of instructions.)
    1. Unlock Bootloader/Return Phone to Stock/Lock Bootloader

      • Unlock Bootloader

        1. Notes:
          • This will erase all user data from the device!
          • Backup your data
        2. Activate Developer Options: Tap Settings > About Phone > Tap Build Number 7 times or until you see you are a Developer. Tap back > System > Advanced > Developer Options. Enable OEM Unlock and, USB Debugging.
        3. Boot fastboot mode
        4. Connect the phone to the Computer with USB cord.
        5. Open a Command Prompt on your computer and type fastboot flashing unlock and press enter.
        6. You should see a request for confirmation on your phone, use the volume keys to scroll and the power key to select.
        7. Allow the process to complete and then type fastboot reboot at the Command Prompt and press enter.
        8. When your phone reboots disconnect your usb cable.
        9. Notes:
          • After unlocking your bootloader, you'll see a warning: The bootloader is unlocked and... You will see this warning until, you relock the bootloader.
          • Do not relock your bootloader until you have returned the device to Stock.
      • Return Phone to Stock

        1. Backup your data/Internal storage
        2. Use the Android flash tool:
          select Wipe => Force Flash Partitions => Lock Bootloader.
      • Lock Bootloader

        1. If your phone is not 100 percent stock do Return Phone to Stock. If you don't you may brick your phone.
        2. This will erase all user data from the device!
        3. Boot fastboot mode
        4. Open a Command Prompt in the SDK Platform- tools folder, and type this at the Prompt: fastboot flashing lock
        5. You should see a request for confirmation on your phone, use the volume keys to scroll and the power key to select.
        6. Allow the process to complete, then type this at the Command Prompt: fastboot reboot
        7. Enable Developer Options: Settings > About phone > Tap Build number 7 times or until you see 'you are a developer'.
        8. Tap Back > Developer options and toggle OEM Unlock off.
    2. Manually Install/Update Factory Image keep data or wipe data

      • Important Note(s):
        1. If you haven't updated your phones Factory image in awhile. It is not necessary to flash all the missed images in succession. Flash the latest Factory image.
        2. If you are uncomfortable manually flashing the factory image. Try PixelFlasher by badabing2003.
        3. If your phone was previously rooted, open Magisk manager and disable all Magisk modules. If you hid the Magisk manager app the default name for the hidden Magisk app is settings.
        4. If you want to Upgrade to Android 13 or update the Factory Image without wiping your phone: Do Flash the Factory Image Keep Data (below).
        5. Always verify you have the latest working version of SDK Platform-Tools installed on your computer before installing the Factory Image: Pixel 4a 5(G) - bramble.
        6. If you get an error: while flashing, try one of these options:
          • Change the USB port to a non charging USB port.
          • Change the USB cord.
          • Change Computers.
        7. If you phone bootloops
          • Press the Power button until the phone turns off.
          • Press the Power and Volume Down to boot the bootloader.
          • Open a Command Prompt in the SDK-Platform-tools folder or the folder that has adb.exe in it, and type adb wait-for-device shell magisk --remove-modules
          • Then type: fastboot Reboot
        8. Backup your data
        9. Download the latest Factory Image: Pixel 4a 5(G) - bramble to your Computer.
        10. Go to Part II - INSTRUCTIONS => 4. Extract Files from the FactoryImage/Flash boot.img and extract the flash-all.bat file.
      • Flash Factory Image Keep Data

        • Upgrading Android 13
          * E D I T - flash-all.bat file *
          Flash to current/Active Slot.
          @Echo off
          PATH=%PATH%;"%SYSTEMROOT%\System32"
          fastboot flash bootloader bootloader-bramble-a9-9.9-9999999.img
          fastboot reboot-bootloader
          ping -n 5 127.0.0.1 >nul
          fastboot flash radio radio-bramble-a9999a-999999-999999-a-9999999.img
          fastboot reboot-bootloader
          ping -n 5 127.0.0.1 >nul
          fastboot update image-bramble-tp1a.999999.999.zip
          Note:The -w is removed to Keep Data.
          echo Press any key to exit...
          pause >nul
          exit
          Note: It is a good idea to flash the Google factory image to both slots (A & B) when Upgrading to a new Android Version.
          See Flash Other Slot bat file... below, to flash to the other/inactive slot.
          * * * * E N D - Edit * * * *
        • Updating Android 13
          Flash to Other/Inactive Slot.
          Note: See Flash Other Slot bat file... below.
          * * * * * E N D * * * * *
        • Flash Other Slot bat file - Save as flash-other.bat
          Note: To run this file type flash-other at the Command Prompt.
          ECHO OFF
          PATH=%PATH%;"%SYSTEMROOT%\System32"
          echo This is the slot you are currently on.
          fastboot getvar current-slot
          echo Press any key to continue...
          pause >nul
          fastboot --set-active=other
          fastboot reboot-bootloader
          ping -n 5 127.0.0.1 >nul
          echo This is the slot you switched to.
          fastboot getvar current-slot
          echo Press any key to continue...
          pause >nul
          flash-all
          exit
          * * E N D - Creating File * *
        • After, you have edited the flash-all.bat file. Copy/Move these files to the [U[Platform-tools[/U] folder:
          1. bootloader-bramble-....img
          2. flash-all.bat
          3. image-bramble-....zip
          4. radio-bramble-....img
        • On your phone: Boot the bootloader (Power off the phone => Press the Power and Down buttons until you see Start)
        • Connect your phone to the computer.
        • Open a Command Prompt on your computer in the Platform-tools folder and type: flash-all at the Command Prompt and press enter.
        • The phone will reboot when flashing is complete.
        • Go-to Part II - INSTRUCTIONS => 5. Root/Reroot with Magisk and Pass SafetyNet, • Patching the boot.img - to root/reroot.
      • Flash Factory Image Wipe Data

        • This will wipe your phone's Data/Internal Storage.
        • Do not edit the flash-all.bat file.
        • If you need to disable Verity and Verification: See Disabling Verity and Verification below.
          Disabling Verity and Verification
          * E D I T - flash-all.bat file *
          @Echo off
          PATH=%PATH%;"%SYSTEMROOT%\System32"
          fastboot --set-active=other
          fastboot reboot-bootloader
          fastboot flash bootloader bootloader-bramble-aaaaaa-9.9-9999999.img
          fastboot reboot-bootloader
          ping -n 5 127.0.0.1 >nul
          fastboot flash radio radio-bramble-a99999-999999-999999-a-9999999.img
          fastboot reboot-bootloader
          ping -n 5 127.0.0.1 >nul
          fastboot - w update --disable-verity --disable-verification image-bramble-AA1A.999999.999.A9.zip
          echo Press any key to exit...
          pause >nul
          exit
          Notes:
          1. The first time you Disable Verity and Verification it will wipe your Data/Internal Storage.
          2. When doing Subsequent updates and disabling Verity and Verification, the -w flag can be removed to Keep Data.
          3. Once you start Disabling Verity and Verification you should continue doing it. If you skip disabling one time. The next time you Disable Verity and Verification it will wipe your phone.
          4. Some kernels require Disabling verity and verification
          5. To flash both slots (A & B partitions) see Flash Other Slot bat file... above.
          * * * * E N D - Edit * * * *
        • Open the folder you extracted the Factory Image to and Copy/Move these files to the Platform-tools folder:
          1. bootloader-bramble-....img
          2. flash-all.bat
          3. image-bramble-....zip
          4. radio-bramble-....img
        • On your phone: Boot the bootloader (Power off the phone => Press the Power and Down buttons until you see Start)
        • Connect your phone to the computer.
        • Open a Command Prompt on your computer in the Platform-tools folder and type: flash-all at the Command Prompt and press enter.
        • The phone will reboot when flashing is complete.
        • Setup phone
        • Enable Developer Mode and USB Debugging
          1. Setup => About phone => Tap Build number 7 times or untill you see you are a 'Developer'.
          2. Setup => System => Developer options => Enable Developer options => enable USB Debugging
        • Go-to Part II - INSTRUCTIONS => 5. Root/Reroot with Magisk and Pass SafetyNet, • Patching the boot.img - to root/reroot.
    3. Take the OTA Update and Maintain Root

      • This set of instructions was written by @topjohnwu: Install Magisk to Inactive Slot , use the latest Magisk Canary, Beta or Stable.
      • NOTE: After you Open Magisk and Restore Images. If you had a Custom Kernel installed, Please check the OP of the Custom Kernel thread you install for the instruction to remove the Custom Kernel and return your phone to Stock. Additionally, if you had Mods installed, Please check the OP of the Mod thread you installed for instruction to remove the Mod and return your phone to Stock before you download the OTA.
      • If you phone bootloops
        • Press the Power button until the phone turns off.
        • Press the Power and Volume Down to boot the bootloader.
        • Open a Command Prompt in the SDK-Platform-tools folder or the folder that has adb.exe in it, and type adb wait-for-device shell magisk --remove-modules
        • fastboot Rebootp
    4. Extract Files from Factory Image: flash-all.bat boot/init_boot.img/Flash boot/init_boot.img

      • Extract Files from Factory Image

        1. Extract flash-all.bat and boot.img file
        2. Download the latest Factory image to your phone.
        3. Extract the Factory Image file (bramble-r2d1a.999999.999-factory-99a9a99a.zip) to a folder. The, stock, flash-all.bat file should be in this folder.
        4. Open the folder you extracted the Factory image to and, extract the Image file (image-bramble-aa9a.999999.999.zip) into the folder. The, stock, boot.img file should be in this folder.
      • Flash boot/init_boot.img

        1. Flashing the boot/init_boot.img removes root.
        2. Open the folder you extracted the 'image...zip' file to and copy the boot.img file to your computer's platform-tools folder or to the folder that has fastboot.exe in it.
        3. Boot fastboot mode
        4. Connect the phone to the Computer
        5. Open a Command Prompt and type the following command at the prompt:
          fastboot flash boot --slot all boot.img
        6. Reboot
    5. Root/Reroot with Magisk and Pass SafetyNet.

      • Android 13

        • Upgrade to Android 13: OP, Part II - INSTRUCTIONS, 2. Install/Update Factory Image keep data or wipe data, Keep data
      • Patching the boot.img - to root/reroot.

        1. If your phone was previously rooted, DO NOT repeat DO NOT install another Magisk Manager app. Do this before you patch the boot/init_boot image:
          • Open the Magisk Manager app and disable all Magisk modules. If you hid the Magisk manager app the default name for the hidden Magisk app is settings.
            If you gave it a different name and you've forgotten the name. Use TB checker to find the name of the hidden Magisk Manager. You can also use TB Checker to check if you have more than one Magisk Manager app installed.
        2. Extract the boot/init_boot.img file from the Factory Image.
          • Download the latest Factory image to your phone.
          • Extract the Factory Image file (branble-a9a9a.999999.999-factory-99a9a99a.zip) to a folder.
          • Open the folder you extracted the Factory image to and extract the Image file (image-bramble-aa9a.999999.999.zip) into the folder. The, stock, boot/init_boot.img file should be in this folder.
        3. Install Magisk Canary - Download app-release.apk
          or
          Magisk Beta 25.0/Stable 24.3 App
        4. Open Magisk Beta/Canary/Stable App
        5. The Update Channel should be set to Beta/Canary/Stable, depending on the version you Installed.
        6. Tap Install (next to Magisk)
        7. Tap, Select and Patch a File
        8. Select the boot.img file you extracted from the latest factory image.
        9. Tap the ✓ (Check Mark)
        10. Tap Let's Go
        11. When you see done, the boot.img has been patched (magisk_patched_xxxxxx.img), and stored in the download folder.
        12. Reboot
        13. Copy/Move the patched boot.img file to your computer's Platform-tools folder or the folder that has fastboot.exe in it:
          • Copy it to a USB drive and transfer it to your computer.
          • Move it to your computer using adb push
        14. Boot fastboot mode
        15. Connect the phone to the Computer with USB cord.
        16. Open a Command Prompt in the folder you copied the patched boot.img to.
        17. Type fastboot flash boot "name of patched boot".img without the quote marks at the Prompt and press enter.
        18. Type fastboot reboot at the Prompt and press enter.
        19. Important, if your phone boot loops try one of the following options:
          • Flash the 'stock' boot.img to both slots: fastboot flash boot boot.img --slot all
          • Remove Modules
            1. Press the Power button until the phone turns off.
            2. Press the Power and Volume Down to boot the bootloader.
            3. Open a Command Prompt in the SDK-Platform-tools folder or the folder that has adb.exe in it, and type adb wait-for-device shell magisk --remove-modules
            4. fastboot Reboot.
        20. Important, if the Magisk Manager app has the Superuser and Module buttons greyed out:
      • Pass Safety Net with SafetyNet Fix

        1. Download File(s)
        2. Install Displax's safetyNet Fix
          • Open Magisk
          • Tap Modules icon
          • Tap Install from storage
          • Navigate to the Displax's SafetyNet Fix file you downloaded.
          • Tap the Displax's SafetyNet Fix file.
          • Tap the check mark (✓ at the bottom) to start the installation.
          • After it installs tap the Save icon to save the log
          • Tap Reboot.
        3. Settings for Magisk Canary
          • Open Magisk App
          • Tap the Setup icon.
          • Scroll down to App and set the Update Channel to Canary.
          • Scroll down to Check Updates and enable it.
          • Scroll down to Magisk and enable Zygisk.
          • Enable Denylist
          • Tap Configure DenyList => Tap 3 Dot Menu => Check ✓ Show system apps => Check ✓ Google Play Store, Google Pay, Google Wallet etc.
          • (Optional) Scroll down to Superuser and enable Enable Biometric Authentication.
        4. Get Device Certified
          • Turn Airplane mode on
          • Open Settings
          • Tap Apps & notifications
          • Tap see all...
          • Tap three dot menu
          • Tap Show system
          • Scroll to Google Play Store
          • Tap Storage and Cache
          • Tap Clear storage
            Note: Repeat the 3 steps above for any app that needs Device Certification i.e., Google Play Services, Google Pay, Google Wallet, etc.
          • reboot
          • Turn Airplane mode off
        5. Check Device Certification
          • Open Google Play Store app
          • Tap Menu - Circle top right
          • Tap Settings
          • Tap About
          • Check Play protect certification
          • It may take 24 hours for Device Certification to be updated.
        6. Note: If after completeting Get Device Certified and Check Device Certification you've waited 24 hours your Device is not Certifed or your Device is Certified and certain Google Store apps (Google Pay, NetFliks, etc.) are not working. Use the Play Integrity API Checker app or the TB Checker - Safetynet and Root app to verify you are passing Play Integrity.
    6. Set Magisk App Update Channel/Update Magisk

      • Set Magisk App Update Channel

        • Open Magisk App > Tap Settings icon > Update Channel > Select Stable, Beta, Canary or Custom.
      • Update Magisk

        1. When Magisk App notifies you of an update:
        2. Tap install.
        3. Select, Direct Install (Recommended)
        4. When it finishes installing
        5. Tap, Save Log
        6. Log location: /storage/emulated/0/Download
        7. Tap, Reboot
        8. Done!
    7. Install/Update Magisk Modules

      • Download Modules
      • Install Modules from Storage

        1. Open Magisk
        2. Tap the Modules icon
        3. Tap Install from storage
        4. Navigate to the folder with the Module you want to install.
        5. Tap the Module to highlite it and tap Select.
        6. After it installs, tap the Disc Icon to save the install log.
        7. Tap Reboot
      • Install Modules from Fox2Code/Fox Magisk Module Manager

        1. Open Fox2Code/Fox Magisk Module Manager
        2. Tap the Modules icon
        3. Locate the Module you want to install
        4. Tap Install
        5. After it installs, tap the Disc Icon to save the install log.
        6. Tap Reboot
      • Update Modules

        1. Open Fox2Code/Fox Magisk Module Manager
        2. You, will see the Modules that have Updates.
        3. Tap the Module you want to update.
        4. Tap install.
        5. After it installs, tap the Disc Icon to save the install log.
        6. Tap Reboot
    8. Open a Command Prompt/Boot Fastboot Mode/Boot Recovery

      • Open a Command Prompt on Computer
        1. Open File Explorer, click the platform-tools folder ==> click the folder icon (left side of address bar) to highlight it type cmd and press enter.
        2. Open a Powershell Command Prompt on Computer: Open File Explorer, click the platform-tools folder ==> click the folder icon (left side of address bar) to highlight it type powershell and press enter.
        3. Notes:
          • Enable USB Debugging, on your phone: Settings ==> System ==> Advanced ==> Developer options ==> Scroll down to USB debugging and enable it.
          • When using the Powershell Command Prompt Commands must be preceeded with ./: i.e, ./fastboot devices
          • If you do not want to open a Command Prompt every time you want to use the fastboot command, add the path to the Platform-tools folder to Windows environment variables.
      • Boot fastboot mode (bootloader):
        • Power off phone, press and hold the power and volume down buttons until you see Start.
      • Boot Recovery
        • Power off phone, press and hold the power and volume down buttons until you see Start. Use volume up/down button until you see Recovery mode. Press power button.
    9. Test fastboot

      • Enable Developer Options - Tap Settings > About phone > Build number 7 times or until you should see 'you are a Developer'.
      • Enable USB Debugging - Tap Settings > System > Advanced > Developer options >
        Enable USB Debugging.
      • Open a Command Prompt on your computer in the Platform-tools folder.
      • Boot fastboot mode on your phone
      • Connect the phone to the Computer.
      • At the prompt type: fastboot devices to verify communication with phone. It should return your phone's serial number.
    10. ADB Sideload

    ~ ~ ~ Part III - Other ~ ~ ~
    1. Custom ROMs

      • Need help with a Custom ROM?
        1. If you are you are trying to install or have installed a Custom ROM, read and follow the Installation Instructions in the OP of the Custom ROM thread.
        2. Search the thread of the Custom ROM you are trying to install or have installed for answer(s)/solution(s) to your question(s)/problem(s): If you don't find a answer(s)/solution(s) to your question(s)/problem(s). Post your question(s)/request(s) for help in the Custom ROM thread you are trying to install or have installed.
        3. If you are trying to install a Addon(s) {Custom Kernel, Magisk, etc.} to the Custom ROM you installed: Search the thread of the Custom ROM you installed or the thread of the Addon you want to add to your Custom ROMfor answer(s)/solution(s) to your question(s)/problem(s). If you don't find an answer(s)/solution(s) to your question(s)/problem(s). Post your question(s)/request(s) for help in the Custom ROM or Addon (Custom Kernel, Magisk, etc.) thread.
      • ROMs
        1. Google Pixel 4a5(G) ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other
        2. Other Custom ROMs
    2. Themes, Apps, and Mods
    3. T.W.R.P. Backup/Restore

      • Waiting for Android 13 T.W.R.P.
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    Homeboy76
    thomas.raines said:
    Provided you are not on Verizon:
    Try reinstalling the stock boot.img from the update, flash the OTA, or perform another clean install. After first boot and performing any necessary setup (if clean install), power off phone, remove sim card, reboot. Creat a new patched boot.img, install it and reboot. Turn phone off, reinstall sim card, reboot as normal. Should fix the issue. Make sure you are using the latest magisk (I prefer stable of canary personally but it's your call).
    If you are on verizon, do not install the April update in this thread, as it is stated "All carriers EXCEPT Verizon."

    However, there is an OTA update on the official frimware website that does work on Verizon. I just flashed it myself. Maybe Homeboy76 could update thread?
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    :( Do not repeat do not follow these instructions. The information is only partially correct. :(

    I just checked the Factory image and the OTA image pages the only change was the All carriers EXCEPT Verizon has been removed from the images description.

    The OP has been updated to reflect the change.

    These images work on Verizon Pixel 4a 5g phones.
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    badabing2003
    Homeboy76 said:
    Uninstalling and reinstalling the Magisk Manager apps should have fixed the superuser and module buttons greyed out problem.

    Maybe @badabing2003 can help you use the Pixel Flasher tool to fix the superuser and module buttons greyed out problem.
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    This is typically due to multiple Magisk managers being installed, if at any point, Magisk Manager was hidden, and then another Magisk manager was installed, you'd face issues as this.
    @dadnammit you should first do is, uninstall all Magisk managers, hopefully you can find the hidden one, or at least you know the package name, if you did not rename the application when you hid, then it should be named settings.
    If you have already applied patched boot, then reboot and just install Magisk Manager. and it should detect root.
    You can confirm that you're rooted by doing
    Code: 
    adb shell
su
    if you get su, you're rooted.

    If you are on stock, then just install Magisk Manager and flash the patched boot.
    Whatever you do make sure you only have a single instance of Magisk manager.
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    lu270bro said:
    Thanks for the write-up. Just got one of these as I dropped my old phone, and I was due anyways. So question regarding Safetynet. I went ahead and went with the latest Feb factory image, patched the boot and rooted with Magisk, then tried the safety net and attestation fails. Anybody have the feb patch and passing safetynet? if so what was the sequence you used? thanks
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    - Root with Magisk patched img
    - Open Magisk Manager install SafetyNet module
    - Reboot
    - Open Magisk Manager Enable Magisk hide
    - Hide Google Play store, Google pay, etc
    - Clear cache and storage for the above apps
    - Reboot
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    dlewando said:
    hi @Homeboy76 ,
    maybe i'm wrong, but in your
    Prerequisites

    1. A Pixel 4a 5(G) phone with an unlocked bootloader.
    2. The latest Android 11 (R) Factory or OTA Image: "bramble" for Pixel 4a 5(G)
    3. Factory Image
    also at:
    4. Install/Update Factory Image keep or wipe data
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    Just checked
    It is pointing to the Pixel 4a 5(G) bramble factory image.

    Download the latest Factory Image: Pixel 5 - bramble to your Computer. --> pixel 5 (only text)? Fixed!
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