Advanced Android users may have heard about this app and what it does. Magisk is an official systemless rooting software developed by Topjohnwu. It is the best app to use if you’re trying to root an Android device through a Systemless rooting Method. In this article, we listed all the versions of this rooting app – Magisk and Magisk Manager. Also, this app comes with a unique manager like SuperSu; it is a combination of Superuser manager and Xposed installer. Hence, it is better than the SuperSu App if you’re using a custom ROM or firmware.
Interestingly, this app helps an Android user to hide the root from certain Apps. This rooting app functions in a unique way that distinguishes it from other rooting apps out there. It does not affect your system partition; so, you’ll still retain the benefits packed by your device, such as receiving OTA updates from your device manufacturer. Even the app skips practically all security checks involved in rooting Android devices making the whole process more accessible and straightforward. When this app is used in rooting a device, the Android device will still receive OTA updates.
There are many features of this app, and we have listed them in this article. This is a comprehensive article for Magisk and Manager.
Supporting Android Versions
All Android devices running on custom recovery installations
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Things to note
Check the mobile device number
Make sure the mobile Android device is charged above 50% (a fully charged battery will be best)
Because running advanced user actions on Android devices can lead to unrecoverable data loss, run a full backup of the device files.
Magisk.zip All Versions
Below are the links to download the available Magisk app versions. If you can’t download the files below, you can try our AFH Mirror.
- Canary version, Android 11 Canary version(For better patch image files and latest features)
- Magisk Version Latest
How to flash and root Android devices using Magisk
It is quite easy to use this flexible app to root or flash Android mobile devices using this app, unlike other Android rooting apps.
You have to download Magisk.Zip from any of the links above and then copy it to the device’s internal memory.
After that, power off the Android mobile device and boot into recovery mode. To boot an Android device into recovery mode, press the Volume Up + Home + Power buttons simultaneously for some seconds. Your device will boot into recovery mode when you press those buttons.
In the recovery mode, select Wipe >>> advance wipe >>> select cache data.
Return to the main menu in recovery mode and choose the “Install” option. Select Magisk.Zip from the file browser.
Note: Magisk.Zip has to be installed on your device’s internal memory for you to see it when you choose the “install” option in recovery mode.
After installing Magisk.Zip, reboot the Android device.
When the device is formerly booted up, you will find the SuperSu app icon in your app drawer.
How to uninstall Unwanted apps
Typically, Android devices come with a lot of bloatware apps that are un-useful to the device owner. Unfortunately, the sad news is that you can’t remove these apps unless you root your device. So, if you have rooted your device, here is the process to remove unwanted apps from Android devices.
To uninstall unwanted apps, use Root Cleaner.
Copy the downloaded “Root Cleaner” files to your mobile internal memory
Run the install file and install Root Cleaner on your device
If you get the “Installation Blocked” message, click on settings and activate “Unknown Sources.”
After installing this app, launch it and start removing the bloatware apps on your rooted Android device.
Please check very well before uninstalling an app. If you uninstall a system or OS app, your device functionality will be severely affected.
Also, with this “Root Cleaner” app, you can move apps installed on your phone memory to an SD card to free up more space for your device to function seamlessly. However, this may depend on system permission.
Magisk Manager App All Versions
Here are the direct links to download Magisk Manager App for Android devices. The Magisk manager works just like the SuperSU manager. If you can’t download the files below, you can try our AFH Mirror.
- Magisk Manager Version Latest
Installation Method
Download the Magisk Manager APK file and copy it to the device’s internal memory.
Select and Install it on your Mobile.
If you get the “Installation Blocked” message, click on settings and activate “Unknown Sources.”
Grant the app access to all permissions it will request. Granting these permissions will make the app function as expected.
We can even use this app to upgrade the Magisk version on your device. It works exactly like the SuperSu but with more intuitive features for more functions.
Features
As said earlier, there are quite many enticing features you’ll find on the Magisk Manager App.
Systemless rooting
Magisk hides
Zip file Installation
System partition
Root your device Easily
Hide root
Custom recovery Installation
Boot image Installation
Xposed framework
Magisk modules
Safetynet checks
System files Installation
Magisk Un-Installation Method
In case you wish to uninstall Magisk from an Android device, follow the steps below;
Download Magisk Uninstaller APK and copy it to your internal memory.
Run the installer file to install it on the Android mobile.
If you get the “Installation Blocked” message, click on settings and activate “Unknown Sources.”
Grant required permission to access the app.
Then, select “Uninstall Magisk.”
Conclusion
This article is created for advanced Android users who want to root their mobile devices via the systemless method. Magisk is a tested and trusted app for rooting Android devices faster. We have also included detailed processes on how to flash and root Android devices using this app. Also, we covered how you can uninstall the app if you do not want to have it on the device anymore.
Thanks to XDA Developer-By topjohnwu
Thanks to AI Developers-Kumar, James, Rain n Or.
Selva Ganesh is the Chief Editor of this Blog. He is a Computer Science Engineer, An experienced Android Developer, Professional Blogger with 8+ years in the field. He completed courses about Google News Initiative. He runs Android Infotech which offers Problem Solving Articles around the globe.
BLU V90 dual SIM MTK g85 I’m looking to root. Has to.
After flashing the correct TWRP, You can Magisk for permanent root.
I did see instructions for rooting my Samsung Galaxy S5. But now I see magisk app. So should I follow the first 1 or can I use the magisk app to root my Samsung galaxy s5 ?
Please let me know as I do not want to brick my phone.
Thanks
If you have a G900V model, You should follow the separate method. Regular Magisk method won’t work with Verizon mobiles.
Please help me root my Vivo y91.
Currently, we don’t have any stable method of working. Wait for the updates.