TWRP on 5.0?

[minusinfinityplusone]

I've rooted my device and unlocked the bootloader, but I'm still confused about flashing TWRP; which version do I use? And will I need to back up my data w/ Titanium Backup first? Finally, what's the best way to flash ROMs in general? I'm on Lollipop (5.0), and OF1.

 

[bftb0]

I've rooted my device and unlocked the bootloader, but I'm still confused about flashing TWRP; which version do I use?

https://dl.twrp.me/hltevzw/ (Note hltevzw)

Any of the 3.x...-4.4 series should work, but:

- AryaMod requires a 2.8.x series because of its use of the Aroma installer, see that thread for details

- Some "hlte" unified build ROMs that are compatible with the SM-N900V (hltevzw) won't install unless you use a hlte version of TWRP. (change the link above apropriately). Alternatively you can unzip the ROM file and delete the "assert" statement in the installer script, and rezip prior to installation. Pick your poison.

- Folks that are on really old bootloaders (e.g. MI9/MJ7/MJE) have to use the -4.3 variants because of differences in DTB hanlding.

And will I need to back up my data w/ Titanium Backup first?

Only if it is important to you.

Finally, what's the best way to flash ROMs in general?

Using TWRP.


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