Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro 2018 aka Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime Pro released with just 2 GB RAM and Low-end processor, It still receives Security patch updates, but there is no sign for Major updates in this device. The OS is not well optimized; you know the lag. If you used this device for a long duration, your device would hand if you turn on the mobile data and receive 50-100 Whatsapp messages or Play Store Update notifications. If you root your device, you can enhance the performance. So, I advise you to root your device. Follow Below Steps to achieve root on your device.
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Why should you Root Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro 2018?
Simple, You have 2 GB RAM. It is not enough for Normal usage in the Long term. Samsung was regularly rolling out patch updates; they also planned for Oreo version. It has a Low-end processor. So, If Samsung released Oreo It may consume Lot of RAM and Processor usage. If we optimize correctly with correct Custom OS after rooting, we can see a lot of Improvements. So, after rooting, I can expect Lag-free experience? Probably. Also if we hibernate and eliminate a lot of unwanted apps, and optimize some apps, your device is hardware limited. But, within these limits, we can enhance the performance by 20-40% compared with your old usage. If you use Lite weight Custom ROMs, you can expect a 50-80% improvement in performance based on what custom OS you are choosing.
How to Root Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro 2018 ( SM-J250F / SM-J250G / SM-J250M )
Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro 2018 comes with a flexible bootloader other than Verizon devices. Verizon devices come with locked Bootloader. This means that different smartphone variants can be easily rooted. Also, the device can accept to install TWRP recovery or any other custom recovery file/app alike.
TWRP recovery is a custom recovery file which must be installed on Samsung Galaxy devices because you can root them successfully. In this article, we explained the easiest method to follow and install TWRP recovery on Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro. However, the tool required for rooting this device is the Magisk App.
With the help of TWRP Recovery, you can quickly flash the latest version of Magisk into your Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro to gain root access. Before sharing the tutorial, you may want to know that, with the TWRP recovery present on your device, you can easily install any custom ROM or firmware. Does it seem complicated? Relax, everything will be explained succinctly in bullets.
Things to check out for;
Check your device model number.
- Select TWRP Based on the mobile model number.
Make sure your device battery is charged above 50%
Backup your current files and data, just in case (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 and OEM Unlock. There is no complicated process in the Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro 2018.
Download and install the Samsung USB driver to your computer system.
Also, download the ODIN software. Select the above Oreo version in the ODIN list. Install ODIN on your PC.
- Download Magisk.Zip (Latest Version) and Copy it to Your Phone Memory.
Download and save the TWRP File. Please select the correct model number TWRP file.
- When the above TWRP versions don’t work for you, try with below one.
Flash TWRP using ODIN
- Restart the device. Then, enter into Download mode. To do this; press and hold down the Volume Down + Home+ Power buttons at the same time for some time.
Press the Volume Up button to continue when you see the warning message.
Now, connect the Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro mobile to the computer via USB cable.
Launch the Odin app on your computer. If the device is detected by this app (Odin), it will show you a message that reads – added!!!
However, if the device is not correctly connected to the PC, you won’t see this message. So, you have to check the USB cable if it is in good condition and reconnect the device.
After connecting the Samsung device, click on the PDA/PA button to browse/search and get the TWRP from where you saved it on your PC. Also, navigate to “options” and un-tick the Auto-Reboot.
Click on “Start”
Once the file is loaded into the device, reboot your device.
Kudos, you have just Installed the TWRP on your Samsung J2 Pro. If you installed TWRP, Don’t turn on your mobile. Immediately, move to Magisk Installation steps.
Install Magisk on your Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro using TWRP
- Boot it into recovery mode->Volume Up+ Home +Power Button.
- Now it Will Boot into TWRP Recovery Mode.
- Select Wipe->Advance Wipe->Select Cache Data.
- Return to Home of TWRP select Install.
- Select Magisk.Zip.
- After the Installation Reboot Your Mobile.
- You can also install Magisk Manager in your Mobile Applications. You can check the Root status, using Root Checker.
What More?
Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro is a Mid-Range phone; Samsung Stopped updates from their side. But, If you use Lite weight Custom Roms, you can expect a considerable performance Improvement. So, If you have little knowledge in tech, I advise you to Root and uninstall some unwanted apps. You can also flash some Custom ROMs. If you flash Custom ROM, check what is working and what is not working. It is wise to use Some Official Custom ROMs like Lineage. If you accidentally bricked your mobile, you can repair by flashing J2 Pro Stock firmware.
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Could you make a video i didn’t understand.
We, Will, try our best. We are working on our YouTube Channel. Soon, You can see as online. But, Currently, we can’t make video Tutorials.
I successfully flashed TWRP via Odin, but when I try to go to recovery mode, TWRP does not appear. It’s only the standard recovery mode. What should I do?
You should flash Magisk in the first boot. Or Else you will lose root access. Un-tick auto reboot in ODIN. Flash TWRP again.
What should I do after the installation of twrp?? I mean can I unplug the USB cable or reboot it??
Reboot to recovery mode. Press Volume Down+ Power Button to exit download mode and Press Volume Up+Power Button Enter into recovery mode and flash Magisk.
Hello, is it possible to upgrade the Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro 2018 (Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime Pro) to Oreo or Pie OS… After root or before root? Is it possible?
No. You can’t. There is no official Oreo firmware is available for your device. But, You can try Unofficial ROMs using Root and TWRP. But, You should know what will work and what don’t. Mosty of this Unofficial ROMs may have significant bugs.
Hi there!
While trying to perform “Install Magisk on your Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro using TWRP” step, in the recovery mode, I keep getting the “no command” error so that I couldn’t get into the TWRP.
Is there any workaround, or what could I have done wrong?
Thanks ahead!
Can you boot into TWRP? If you can Boot inro TWRP, flash Latest Magisk.
Purila.
If this is your first time on Rooting, you should read the guide fully to better understand the steps.
Hello, for what firmware version is the twrp SM-j250g here? Because mine is ASK1, the latest firmware for Samsung J2-Pro 2018 SM-J250g/ds, thank you.
It can support all versions within Nougat. So, IF your mobile is on the Nougat version, you are good to go.
I successfully flashed twrp via Odin; it says PASS. But when I try to go to recovery mode, it shows no command, and it didn’t boot to twrp. Any advice? Thank you.
You should un-tick the Auto-reboot in ODIN. After the flash exit in download mode and immediately boot into recovery. You should flash the Magisk in the first boot, Or Else you will lose TWRP Access.
I already did un-tick auto-reboot and removed the battery, then pressing vol up+ power + home to go recovery, but it still shows no command. Sorry for the trouble.
I think during the flashing something interrupted. Flash the TWRP again and do the Recovery boot in One go.
I just learned that after pressing vol up+home+power, then showing “no command,” it will go to a screen with options: reboot system now, reboot to bootloader, apply update from adb….and lastly power off. Is this the recovery mode for J2 pro? If yes, then, what should I do next to go to twrp recovery?
You boot into stock recovery. Did you get the “PASS” in ODIN?
yes, it shows PASS
You should boot into first boot into recovery, Or Else you will lose root access. So, After getting “PASS,” You should exit download mode and boot into recovery first.
The new file is not working. I put it in ap in Odin and says md5 error! The binary is invalid.
Sorry for this. We updated the correct file.
Hmm, I already did that many times but still no twrp recovery. After getting a pass in Odin, I go to recovery mode, but instead of that, it will show no command. Then after a few seconds, it will go to stock recovery.
We update with one more General TWRP Recovery file. Try that one.
I hope the new file works
Dear, there is an error that appears ‘cannot validate device tree table cannot get fdt’ please tell me the solution of this.
Where did you get this error? Some of your phone files and system folders’ order changed.
I tried many times but still not able to get the TWRP screen; I got the standard display,
what I am missing,
1: turn on with vol-, power, and home but, select the vol + to go to downloading option
2: select the nougat, in Odin, I am using AP option, I am don’t see PDA or PA,
3: it passes, I have turned off the auto-reboot, and immediately I used the vol- and power button to turn off and vol+, power, and home button to turn on to TWRP mode but it still loads in stand mode, I have copied the magisk.zp in my sd card.
where I am missing, please let me know
Mention your current build number version.
Hi, you might not respond to this comment; the post is old, but I’m desperate.
I do everything as you describe; however, after flashing Magisk, it seems to run and says done, but after a couple sec’s it says….” failed to mount data ( invalid argument)
then I have to start over because the boot is in the loop
please help
Flash no-verity-encrypt before flashing magisk in the TWRP.