Magisk 18.0+ for the LG G7 ThinQ
This is a collection of Magisk pre-patched/pre-rooted Boot images i made for the LG G7 ThinQ European model (G710EM). This thread will also guide you how to
If you happened to have a G7 ThinQ (G710EM) or any other model that is running European Oreo/Pie firmware AND it's bootloader unlocked you can easily install a boot image according to your firmware version.
If you happened to have a G7 ThinQ (G710EM) or any other model that is running European Oreo/Pie firmware AND it's bootloader unlocked you can easily install a boot image according to your firmware version.
Warranty void and a disclaimer:
Disclaimer: I'm not responsible if you break/brick your phone, be transported to place in or outside the universe, cthulhu deciding he had enough of you/us or the big bang but in reverse. Happened too many times already.
Warning: This is only for the European firmware. Other firmwares are not supported and it's not guarantee you will boot
Step 1: Unlock your bootloader.
- If you still haven't unlocked your bootloader here's the official LG Website of how to unlock it:
https://developer.lge.com/resource/mobile/RetrieveBootloader.dev
- If you're confused how to get the tools you need you can always download it from google's official website
https://developer.android.com/studio/releases/platform-tools
Step 2: Install Magisk
If you just unlocked your bootloader you probably still have the files you just used and also got a little bit familiar with fastboot.
If you don't have them read Step 1 and download the tools linked there.
First before you do anything we need to know what firmware version are you running (very important):
Your firmware version should look like " 10j , 20b , 10q etc.. "
Or any combination of that sort. Remember it.
Now go to the collection of boot images here:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1NtbfxAbYLeQNryPg0odgLa8hBgabrH3j
There are folders with different firmware version. Go to the one you just remembered. (Ignore the ones with G710N on them)
The layout of the folder is:
Download boot_ xx -magisk.img . This is the one you need.
Now, using the tools from before open your command prompt and type:
The best way to get the location is to "drag and drop" the file inside the command prompt.
If you don't have them read Step 1 and download the tools linked there.
First before you do anything we need to know what firmware version are you running (very important):
- Open "Settings" on your phone
- Navigate to "System" Tab on the left
- Scroll down to "About phone"
- Go to "Software info"
- Look at "Software version"
Your firmware version should look like " 10j , 20b , 10q etc.. "
Or any combination of that sort. Remember it.
Now go to the collection of boot images here:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1NtbfxAbYLeQNryPg0odgLa8hBgabrH3j
There are folders with different firmware version. Go to the one you just remembered. (Ignore the ones with G710N on them)
The layout of the folder is:
Code:
boot_ xx .img - Stock un-edited boot images. For when you want to go back.
boot_ xx -magisk.img - Magisk pre-patched one. This is the one you're looking for.
twrp_ xx .img - TWRP Recovery boot image. Not useful for running Stock firmware. Ignore it
Download boot_ xx -magisk.img . This is the one you need.
Now, using the tools from before open your command prompt and type:
Code:
fastboot flash boot_a [location of your boot image file]
fastboot flash boot_b [location of your boot image file]
After successful flash reboot the phone using the power button and you will have Magisk installed on your phone :victory:
Congratulations you did it!
Congratulations you did it!
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XDA:DevDB Information
[OREO/PIE][ROOT] Magisk 18.0+, Tool/Utility for the LG G7 ThinQ
Contributors
LameMonster82
Version Information
Status: Stable
Current Stable Version: Lol any
Created 2019-08-06
Last Updated 2019-08-06
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