The article contains steps to take in other to root Google Pixel 2 and Google Pixel 2 XL. First, we will have to unlock the bootloader of the device, root it then flash a custom recovery called TWRP, all which we will be treating in this article.
Disclaimer – We are not responsible for any damages that may happen to your phone while carrying out the process below as any small mistake on your part may result in a bricked Phone.
Rooting your phone also Voids your warranty and stops Android Pay from working as well Deactivating Google Play Protect that protects your phones apps from viruses and malware.
How To Unlock Bootloader Of Google Pixel 2 and Google Pixel 2 XL
Before unlocking the bootloader of your device, make sure that you’ve backed up your Important files as this process will wipe all the data on your phone.
- First, Download The Adb/Fastboot Installer on your Windows PC.
- Run the File, and Reply with Y To Install the ADB Drivers and also reply Y again to install Fastboot Drivers.
- After installing the necessary drivers, Goto C Drive (C:) to see the Adb Folder. If the Folder isn’t there then you did it wrong, start over again.
On your phone, Navigate to Settings >> About Phone >> Keep on tapping on the Build Number till you see you are now a developer Message.
Go back to the Settings Menu and Select Developer Options.
Enable Android Debugging Mode or USB Debugging Mode.
Still in the Developer Options, Enable OEM Unlock.
Now Connect your device to your PC using a USB Cable.
Now Open the Adb Folder in your C Drive (C:) on your PC.
Press and Hold the Shift Key and then Right Click anywhere in the Folder.
Select Open Command Window Here.
Type In this – Adb reboot bootloader.
Once your phone gets into fastboot mode then simply type in this – Fastboot OEM unlock.
if the above doesn’t work then try this – Fastboot flashing unlock.
You will see a confirmation message on your Pixel 2 or 2XL device connected to the PC. Use the Volume Up Button to highlight and Power Button to Select.
Your bootloader is now unlocked, To reboot type in this – Fastboot Reboot.
You’ve just successfully unlocked your bootloader. Now let’s get on to the next step.
How To Root Google Pixel 2 and Google Pixel 2 XL
Now To Root Google Pixel 2 and Google Pixel 2 XL, you need to download some files which I will be listing out below.
For Google Pixel 2
– TWRP img File
– TWRP Zip file
For Google Pixel 2 XL
– TWRP img File
– TWRP Zip file
The Magisk Manager Zip file is for Both the Google pixel 2 and 2 XL device. Now that you’ve Downloaded the necessary files needed to root your device, lets begin.
- Copy the Downloaded Files (Magisk Manager Zip file, TWRP img file, TWRP Zip file) to your Phone’s internal memory, not SD card. (Very important)
After Pasting it, Rename it to Pixeltwrp.img and save.
Disconnect your phone from the PC and Turn off your phone. Press and Hold the Volume Down and Power Button to boot in Fastboot mode.
Connect your phone back to your PC Using a USB Cable.
On your PC, Navigate to the ADB Folder, Press and Hold the Shift Key and Right Click anywhere in the Folder. Select Open Command Window Here.
Type in this – Fasboot boot pixeltwrp.img
Your phone will immediately boot in TWRP mode.
Click on Install and Flash the TWRP Zip file and then Flash the Magisk Manager Zip File.
As soon as you are done flashing both files, then that’s it.
That is how To Root Google Pixel 2 and Google Pixel 2 XL phones.
Conclusion
The rooting process is pretty simple although it is long but simple. If you encounter any problems while carrying out the instructions above, do not hesitate to drop a comment down below and I’ll be glad to help.
after entering ‘fastboot boot pixeltwrp.img the phone reboots into the screen in orange writing that you can pause by hiting the start button. but there is nothing with a flash option or anyhthing like that. I thought it bricked for a minute but luckily it still functions normally. help?