It’s quite a hands-on process but is also pretty easy as long as you follow the instructions.

So let’s take a look at how to install a custom ROM.

Why Install a Custom ROM?

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The ability to use custom ROMs is one of the great joys of Android.

A custom ROM contains a whole new build of the Android operating system.

To be able to installor flash, as it’s knowna ROM offers huge benefits.

Gboard’s editing mode on an Android phone.

Download a Custom ROM

You alsoneed a custom ROM.

These might actually be classified as different phones.

verify you get the right one!

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The ROM will download as a .zip file.

Save it somewhere on your phone’s internal storage.

Boot Into Recovery

So let’s get started.

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check that you’ve got TWRP installed, then turn off the phone and boot it into recovery.

Flash the ROM

Once TWRP has launched, you’re ready to start flashing the ROM.

But before doing so, you should create a Nandroid backup.

turn on usb debugging

Go toBackupand select which partitions you want to save.

Most ROMs are pre-rooted, so if you used Titanium Backup, it will work without any extra steps.

Now you’re ready to enjoy your new software.

turn on oem unlocking

With its stock Android look, it’s the best place to start for most people.

Otherwise, we recommend browsing theXDA forumsfor your specific rig to find a good custom ROM.

Looking for more reasons to install a custom ROM on your Android unit?

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Check out this list.

nandroid backup in twrp

twrp find zip

twrp install a custom rom

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