Root Samsung Galaxy M56 5G Android 15 SM-M566B using Magisk

Root Samsung Galaxy M56 5G Android 15 SM-M566B using Magisk– Rooting your Samsung Galaxy M56 5G (model SM-M566B) running Android 15 with Magisk unlocks a world of customisation, advanced features, and control over your device. This guide will walk you through the safe and effective process of gaining root access using Magisk, the most reliable and widely used rooting tool. Rooting allows you to remove bloatware, install powerful apps that require superuser permissions, and enhance system performance. However, it’s important to note that rooting will void your warranty and may disable OTA updates or certain security features like Knox. Before proceeding, ensure you have a complete data backup and that your bootloader is backed up. Rooting your Galaxy M56 5G can be a smooth and rewarding process with the right tools and careful steps.

Since we are using Magisk for this method, we can’t install custom ROMs. But you can use most of the Root apps and Magisk Modules. After rooting, you will lose official updates. You have to 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 Root. As a regular Root apps user and developer, you can follow the guide below to achieve Root on your mobile device.

Should you need to Root your Samsung Galaxy M56 5G Android 15 version?(SM-M566B)

It would be best if you had a strong reason for rooting. Samsung Galaxy M56 5G already has One UI 6 based on Android 15 and is already optimized. You have More than enough 8 GB of RAM to use daily apps without lag for years. RAM may look insufficient because of Samsung’s heavily customized OS. But, trust me, One UI is far better than other Custom Skin OS. You can use this device without lag for years until Samsung messes with some Bloatware. Beyond that, there are no-go reasons; if you are addicted to some root apps or frequently use some Custom OS, you can proceed further. But if you want to root because everybody is doing it, I advise you not to root if you don’t have any experience. For regular users, it can become a Nightmare.

How do you root Samsung Galaxy M56 5G Android 15 One UI 6? (SM-S721B)

First, thanks to the Developer, Meiker, for the Root method. topjohnwu—This genius discovered and maintained Magisk. Samsung Galaxy M56 5G International variants have a flexible bootloader, so we can easily root the smartphone. The device can also accept installing TWRP recovery or any custom recovery file/app. Don’t try using Snapdragon US Variants like Verizon devices. They come with a locked Bootloader.

However, we will root this device using Magisk using the method below. You can install the official TWRP app when it is released. However, TWRP recovery is a custom file we must install on your devices so you can root them successfully. This article explains the easiest method to follow and install Magisk on the Samsung Galaxy M56 5G. However, the tool required to root this device is the Magisk App.

Once TWRP is available, you can flash it. With the help of TWRP Recovery, you can quickly flash the Custom ROMs into your Samsung Galaxy M565GG. Before sharing the tutorial, you may want to know that you can easily install root apps on your device with Magisk. Does it seem complicated? Relax; we will explain everything succinctly in bullet points.

Things to check out for;

• Check your device model number.

• You should back up your current files and data using the complete Data Loss Process (save them on external storage).

• Install the Latest Magisk Manager.

• Make sure your device battery is above 50%

• You cannot use Samsung Pay, Secure Folder, or some official Samsung apps.

• You can’t update your firmware; to get new firmware, you must follow the steps below with the latest firmware.

• Read the full tutorial before the process.

1. Unlock Bootloader, 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 M56 5G.

• Switch off your device. Enter Download Mode-> Volume Down Button and connect your mobile to your PC using a USB cable. When the Download mode warning screen appears, press the Volume Up button to unlock the bootloader process, which wipes your user data. After setting up your device, please recheck the OEM Unlock in the settings. Sometimes, it will lock again.

2. Preparing the Patched Boot Image file

• Download and install the Samsung USB driver on your computer system.

• Also, download the ODIN software. In the ODIN list, select the above Oreo version. Then, install ODIN on your PC.

• Download Samsung Galaxy M56 5G Android 15 Firmware and save it on your PC. Your Current OS and download version AP and CSC should be the Same.

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

• Download 7-Zip-ZS and LZ4, and Install both on your PC. 7-Zip-ZSZS, extract the files from the downloaded firmware. You will get four files. Click on the AP File and extract it again. You will get some data along with the boot.img.lz4 and Vbmeta.img.lz4.

• Copy the boot.img.lz4 and Vbmeta.img.lz4 to the LZ4 Installed Folder. Convert the LZ4 file to a .img file by dragging the .img file to the LZ4 application file. You have to remove the file from that application. The script will automatically convert the file to .img format. After the conversion, copy the boot and Vbmeta.img files to your mobile device.

• Download Magisk Manager (The latest version) or Magisk Canary and install it on your mobile device. Open Installed Magisk and Select Install in Magisk; it will ask for the zip and Patch Boot Image files. Select the Boot Image file.

• Navigate to your copied Boot Image File and patch the file.

• Wait for the process to complete; in the end, you will get a magisk-patched .tar file. The .tar file will be in the same Folder where you have the Stock firmware file. If you didn’t get the .tar and you got the .img file. No problem. Copy this file to your PC. We can convert the data there.

• When you get the .img file, open the installed 7-Zip app. Navigate the magisk patched img file and select Add; choose .tar format and OK. Convert only the boot.img file. After you get boot.tar, drag the Vbmeta. img into boot.tar. The .tar has two file boots:img and Vbmeta. img. Now, we have the ODIN flashable boo —tar file.

3. Flash Patched Boot and VbmetaImage. tarr using ODIN

• Due to Samsung’s new security restrictions, we can’t flash TWRP with Stock Boot on your mobile. So, we have to flash a patched boot using ODIN.

• Unlock your screen lock. There should be no fingerprint, PIN Lock, or Wipe. Set No lock in the settings.

• Switch off your Mobile. Enter Download mode->Volume Down + Volume Up Buttons and connect your mobile device to your PC via USB cable; after the Samsung Logo appears, release all keys.

• After entering Download Mode, it will say Warning; press the Volume Up button to continue.

• Launch the Odin Application.

• It Will Show the message added.

• If you did not get this message, repeat the above steps.

• After getting the added message, select the AP/PDA button and browse for the patched Magisk. Tar file, and fix it. It would be best if you chose to flash the other three non-patched firmware files along with this file. We only have to flash the Magisk-patched boot image file. Un-Tick the Auto-Reboot.

• Press Start and wait for the tasks to complete. After completing the process, Press the Volume Down+Power button to exit Download mode. Immediately press the Volume Up + Volume Down + 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. This will erase the saved data on your device. Don’t boot into the OS; read the boot stages below before booting.

Boot into Rooted OS

• Press and hold the Volume Up + Power buttons, and release all the keys once the Bootloader warning appears. Next, you have to set up your device like a new device. Then, 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 holding the Volume Up key.

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

Selva Ganesh

Selva Ganesh is a Computer Science Engineer, Android Developer, and Tech Enthusiast. As the Chief Editor of this blog, he brings over 10 years of experience in Android development and professional blogging. He has completed multiple courses under the Google News Initiative, enhancing his expertise in digital journalism and content accuracy. Selva also manages Android Infotech, a globally recognized platform known for its practical, solution-focused articles that help users resolve Android-related issues.