The summary of ‘How to ROOT Google Pixel 8 Pro,8, 7 Pro & 7 With Magisk (Detailed 2023 Tutorial)!’

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The video, presented by Munchie, provides a comprehensive guide on rooting various Google Pixel models, including the Pixel 7, 7 Pro, 8, and 8 Pro. Key prerequisites include ensuring the device's battery is sufficiently charged, having a computer for sending fast boot commands, and unlocking the bootloader (with a caution about potential data loss if not already unlocked). Essential tools and files, such as the FX File Explorer app, the Magisk APK, and relevant firmware or boot images, are downloaded and prepared. Munchie walks through installing the necessary software, extracting and patching the boot image, and setting up ADB and Fastboot tools across various operating systems (Mac, Windows, Linux). The final steps involve flashing the patched boot image using terminal commands, rebooting the device, and verifying the rooting status via Magisk. Troubleshooting tips are also provided, such as resolving a boot loop by reflashing the stock boot image, ensuring a smooth and successful rooting process across different Pixel devices and Android versions.

00:00:00

In this part of the video, Munchie explains how to root various models of the Google Pixel series, including the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 7, and Pixel 7 Pro. He emphasizes the prerequisites, such as ensuring the battery is charged to at least 50-60%, having a computer or another device to send fast boot commands, and unlocking the bootloader (with a caution about potential data loss if the bootloader isn’t already unlocked). The video provides detailed steps, starting with installing the FX File Explorer app from the Google Play Store to manage APKs and unzip files. Munchie also guides viewers to download Magisk from its official GitHub page and advises checking the build number and Android version for the correct fast boot flashable firmware.

00:03:00

In this part of the video, the speaker guides the audience through the process of downloading and preparing the necessary files to root a Google Pixel device. They first retrieve the fast boot ROM for the target device from a linked factory images page, selecting the appropriate build number for the Pixel 7. They proceed by downloading the ZIP file containing the firmware and opening it with FX File Explorer. To enable proper file management, the speaker grants the app storage access and then navigates to the download folder. They highlight and extract the necessary ZIP files using the archive extractor to access the required contents for rooting.

00:06:00

In this part of the video, the presenter walks through the process of rooting a Pixel 7, 7 Pro, 8, or 8 Pro. First, the necessary ‘boot.img’ file is extracted and copied to the downloads folder. The Magisk APK is installed via the FX file manager, and then launched to confirm the device is not yet rooted. The presenter selects the option to patch a file in Magisk, browses to the ‘boot.img’ file and patches it. The patched file, along with the stock ‘boot.img’, is then transferred to a computer. Finally, the instructions indicate the need for ADB and Fastboot tools from the Android developer site, mentioning the process is demonstrated on a Mac.

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In this part of the video, the speaker explains how to set up ADB and Fastboot tools for Mac, Windows, and Linux. They provide detailed steps to install necessary drivers, specifically mentioning Windows users must install ADB and Fastboot drivers, and a video link is provided for guidance.

The speaker demonstrates the process by connecting a Pixel 7 to a computer, transferring necessary files, and unzipping the platform tools folder containing ADB and Fastboot. They then guide on how to boot the phone into Fastboot mode, varying by device, with an example for Google Pixel.

Next, instructions are given to open a terminal or command prompt within the platform tools folder, depending on the operating system. Commands are provided to check device detection in Fastboot mode, and to flash a patched boot image onto the device using specific terminal commands. Finally, they show how to run the command and confirm that the device is correctly detected and ready for the next steps.

00:12:00

In this part of the video, the presenter demonstrates completing the rooting process for a Google Pixel 7 running Android 14. After successfully flashing the boot image, they use the `fastboot reboot` command to reboot the device. Upon reboot, they verify Magisk is installed and confirm successful rooting. They also provide troubleshooting steps for a device stuck in a boot loop, including how to boot back into fastboot mode and flash the stock boot image to resolve the issue. The presenter highlights that this method has been effective for various devices, ensuring the process works smoothly.

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