About This File
Magisk v20.1 is a popular systemless rooting tool for Android devices, released by developer John Wu. This version, along with Magisk Manager v7.4.0, introduces several key features and improvements aimed at enhancing the rooting experience.
Key Features of Magisk v20.1
- Root Hiding: Improved root hiding capabilities for Android 9.0 and later, helping users bypass root detection in apps like Google Pay and Samsung Pay.
- MagiskSU Enhancements: Supports component name-agnostic communication for stub APKs, allowing for better integration with various applications.
- MagiskBoot Improvements: Fixes related to boot image headers, specifically addressing vbmeta errors on Samsung devices.
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Recovery Support: Enables support for recovery images that do not contain a
/sbin/recoverybinary, which helps A/B devices that were previously unable to boot into recovery after flashing Magisk. -
General Improvements: Includes optimizations to prevent the Magisk daemon from being killed and ensures that the
--remove-modulescommand executes the uninstall script after module removal.
Magisk Manager v7.4.0 Features
- Custom App Name: Users can now customize the name of the Magisk Manager app when hiding it.
- Stub APKs: Introduces a new method for hiding the Magisk Manager using stub APKs, enhancing security against signature detection.
- Fingerprint UI Fix: Addresses issues with the fingerprint UI that caused an infinite loop.
Installation Instructions
To install Magisk v20.1, users can follow these steps:
- Backup Your Device: Always back up your device before proceeding with the installation.
- Download the Zip File: Obtain the Magisk v20.1 zip file and the Magisk Manager APK.
- Boot into Recovery: Power off the device and boot into a custom recovery like TWRP.
- Flash the Zip: In TWRP, select 'Install', locate the Magisk v20.1 zip file, and swipe to flash.
- Reboot: After installation, reboot the system.
Magisk v20.1 is compatible with a wide range of Android versions, from Android 4.2 up to Android 10, making it a versatile choice for users looking to root their devices without affecting the system integrity
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