Root Motorola Moto G23 Android 13 using Magisk

When you want to Root your moto G23 Android 13, follow the below steps. The Motorola Moto G23 is a mid-range smartphone that runs on the latest Android 13 operating system and is powered by the Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 processor. It comes with 4-8 GB of RAM, offering most users a decent amount of resources. While rooting a device can provide additional features and customization options, it is essential to note that the Moto G23 already comes with Android 13 and will receive two more major OS versions. Therefore, if you are a regular user, it is recommended to stick with the official version for a smooth and hassle-free experience with app compatibility and updates. However, if you are a regular root app user or a developer, you can proceed further to root your device using Magisk.

After rooting, you will lose official updates and update your mobile manually. So, Before proceeding with the process, you should know why you need to do it. If you are a regular user, you can try some alternatives for your purpose that don’t require rooting your mobile. As a regular root apps user and developer, you can follow the guide below to achieve Root on your mobile.

Should you need Root Motorola Moto G23 Android 13 (XT-2333, penangf)?

We thank XDA Developer- topjohnwu and gost_Nava (Who successfully tested this method). Without their hard work, We can’t make this method. Coming to the Root, you should have a proper reason and know what you are doing. Yes, with a miRootm of 4 GB RAM and a Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 processor, You can use this mobile for basic tasks without Root for 2-3 Years if you use it correctly. Software is better compared with otheRootnufacturers, Custom skin OS. Don’t root because everybody says it can become the fastest car in the world when you root your mobile. No. Rooting is to extract some performance from the device. But you already have Powerful specs and software. So, If you are addicted to some root apps, you can root. But if you want to test it, I won’t recommend it.

How to Root Motorola Moto G23 Android 13 version (International Variants)?

Motorola Moto G23 International Variants has a flexible bootloader other than some carrier-locked devices, so we can easily root different smartphone variants. The device can also install TWRP recovery or any custom recovery file/app.

For most of the methods, We follow Magisk to root our device. However, the tool required for rooting this device is the Magisk App. TWRP recovery is a custom file we must install on your devices because you can embed them successfully. This article explained the easiest method to follow and install Magisk on Motorola Moto G23.

You can install TWRP Recovery once your Motorola Moto G23 is available to gain Custom Recovery access. Before sharing the tutorial, you may want to know that, without the TWRP recovery present on your device, you can not install any custom ROM or firmware. Does it seem complicated? Relax; we will explain everything briefly in bullets.

Things to check out for;

• Make sure your device’s battery is above 50%.

• You should back up your current files and data and the entire data loss process (save them on external storage).

Pre-Requirement Steps

• Enable USB Debugging Mode and OEM Unlock on your mobile. To do this, go to settings >>> about >>> Tap on the “Build Number” 7-10 times consistently to enable “Developer Options,” then go to the “Developer Options” and enable USB Debugging Mode, OEM Unlock. There is no complicated process in Motorola Moto G23.

• Download and install the Moto USB driver to your computer system.

• • Also, download the ADB drivers. Install it on your PC.

Unlock the Motorola Moto G23 bootloader using ADB and Fastboot

• Switch off your device. Then, enter Fastboot mode. To do this- Press and hold down the Volume Down + Power buttons simultaneously for some time.

• Press the Volume Up button to continue when you see the warning message.

• Connect the Motorola Moto G23 mobile to the computer via a USB cable.

• Launch the fastboot on your computer. Open a Command prompt on your PC and type the below command.

• fastboot devices

• It should display the connected devices. If you didn’t get the device, restart the command prompt and Disconnect and Connect your Motorola Moto G23; if detected, type the commands below.

• fastboot oem get_unlock_data

• Hit enter, and you will get some unlock data. Copy those codes, remove < bootloader> Prefix from those lines, and copy them into one line.

• If the above command doesn’t work, type the below command and enter.

• fastboot flashing unlock

• Go to Official Moto Unlock Page. Log in with your moto account and in the Box, paste those codes, and Check the unlock Bootloader Status. You can open it and request unlock Key from Moto if you get it.

• After the process, you will get 20 Digits to unlock the key in your email. Now type the following command to unlock the bootloader on your device.

• fastboot oem unlock UNIQUE CODE

• You should type this code two times and Hit enter to unlock your device successfully. After the successful unlock, your device will automatically reboot to the standard OS.

• Check again to enable “Developer Options,” then go to the “Developer Options” and enable USB Debugging Mode, OEM Unlock. Sometimes they disabled themselves after the boot.

Preparing Patched Boot Image file

• Download Motorola Moto G23 Firmware and save it on your PC. Your Current OS version and Downloaded Version should be the Same.

• You can use Phone Info to know your firmware version.

• Download 7Zip-ZS Install on your PC. Extract the files in the downloaded firmware using 7Zip-ZS. You will get a lot of data. Copy boot.img file to your mobile.

• Download Magisk Manager (Download the Latest version) or Magisk canary and Install it on your mobile. Open Installed Magisk and Select Install in Magisk; ask For a zip file and Patch Recovery Image File. Select the boot image file.

• Navigate to your copied boot image File and patch the file in .img format.

• Wait for the process to complete; you will get a magisk patched .img file. The .img file will be in the same folder where you have the boot. img.

• Copy the magisk_patched.img file to your PC. Rename the file to boot.img again.

Flash Patched Boot Image in Motorola Moto G23 using ADB and Fastboot

• Switch off your device. Then, enter into fastboot mode. To do this- Press and hold down the Volume Down + Power buttons simultaneously for some time.

• Press the Volume Up button to continue when you see the warning message.

• Connect the Motorola Moto G23 mobile to the computer via a USB cable.

• Launch the fastboot on your computer. Open a Command prompt on your PC and type the below command.

• fastboot devices

• It should display the connected devices. If you didn’t get the device, restart the command prompt, Disconnect, and Connect your Motorola Moto G23. If you are detected, type the below command and hit Enter.

• fastboot flash boot_a patched_boot.img
  fastboot flash boot_b patched_boot.img

• After completing the process, Press the Volume Down+ Power button to exit Fastboot mode. Immediately Press the Volume Up + Power buttons when the screen goes off to boot into Recovery mode.

• After entering Stock recovery mode, Go to Wipe Data/Factory Reset and Select Yes to wipe data. It will erase the saved data on your device. Don’t Boot into OS; read below Boot stages before booting.

Boot into Rooted OS

• Press and Hold the Volume Up + Power buttons, and release all the keys once the Bootloader warning appears. You have to set up your device like a new device. You can select the root status using the Root Checker.

• Stock Recovery Boot – Press and Hold the Volume Up + Power buttons and release keys while you hold the Volume Up key.

• You will see Magisk Manager in your App drawer. You can install Magisk Manager on your mobile if you can’t find the app.

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