I have done extensive due diligence but there are a dozen conflicting posts on XDA covering how to go about this. Off of XDA are just a million sites with AI generated copy that’s absolutely incorrect.

So, I have a new Galaxy Tab A7 Lite. I want to root it and have the superU app, etc. and I will then de-google it.

So, like I said, there’s a ton of conflicting methods listed. Also, many provide instructions like “Now flash the device,” or “put it in xyz mode” but they don’t actually say how. Instructions are supposed to be instructive, not referential.

I’m not incapable; far from it. I rooted my Zenpad a few years ago. It’s just I had comprehensive directions.

So, would anyone be up to the task? I’m offering $20 because I know this is a bit of a todo and I respect the value of your time and effort.

Thanks, all.

P.S. I should first make sure, rooting does not preclude keeping updates, right? If it would prohibit updates then I think I might not want to do it.

  • HappyTimeHarry@lemm.eeEnglish
    7·
    3 months ago

    I haven’t needed to root a device in a while but its fairly straight forward.

    The first step is to unlock your bootloader, do this by enabling developer menu (click on rom version in system settings 6 times fast) and then select to disable the booloader lock. if you cant do that then you probably cant root the device.

    if you can get that far, the next step is to find a recovery for your device, youll want to boot it using fastboot and load the recovery image, that will allow you to flash SuperSU.

    If you need more specific instructions Id need more info on where you get stuck (I’m just going of memory with this reply) but I know windows has some drivers that you need to install for adb to work and there might be other nuances I’m not remembering off hand

    I’d also advise when searching for stuff like this, its better to avoid saying the device name unless you are limiting results to XDA or other well known android development sites.

    • BearOfaTime@lemm.eeEnglish
      3·
      3 months ago

      click on rom version Build Number in system settings 6 times fast

      I’ve always seen it labeled as Build Number (though it is the ROM version).

  • liveinthisworld@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
    7·
    3 months ago

    It likely will stop official OTA updates to your device.

    I do not recommend anything other than the newer Magisk methods, and if your device kernel is over 5.10, KernelSU.

    The idea is simple; you need to patch the userland for Magisk, and the kernel for KernelSU. Device specific instructions are small nuances - did you get your bootloader unlocked?

  • potentiallynotfelix@lemdro.idEnglish
    31·
    3 months ago

    First off, rooting your tablet will prevent OTA(Over-the-air) updating in most situations, but it’s not impossible to get updates. There are ways to acquire new updates and manually flash them, but that will be more difficult than normal. It also should be noted that the A7 Lite is nearing EOL, so it might not even need to be updated soon. If you want to proceed, here are the initial steps.

    First step is to unlock the bootloader. This will void the warranty of your device.

    Assuming you are on OneUI 6:

    • Go to Settings>About tablet>Software information
    • Tap build number a whole lot, then enter your password(if applicable)
    • Close and re-open the settings app, then scroll down and click on Developer options. Then scroll down and toggle on “OEM Unlocking.” If you can’t find it, your tablet may be doomed to not be rooted unfortunately, as some carriers hide the option to unlock the bootloader(e.g. Verizon in the US).

    That guide is according to my phone running OneUI 6, so it should be accurate to your Tab A7 lite.

    If you have any issues, I can try to resolve them.

    • AndrewZabar@lemmy.worldOPEnglish
      1·
      3 months ago

      Yeah you know what, that’s already too much hassle. What I really want is to optimize it by getting rid of bloat. However, if I do all that I can without rooting and it runs fairly well then it will suffice. Thank you for response and to everyone else who responded.

    • potentiallynotfelix@lemdro.idEnglish
      21·
      3 months ago

      Before you proceed, we’ll want to know the specific model number of your device to make sure you download the right version of software.

  • MightyCuriosity@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
    2·
    3 months ago

    Some devices might differ and I am not sure about Samsung (and possibly their knox) but what you’d do:

    • enable unlocking from settings
    • unlock bootloader
    • either patch boot IMG and flash it Or
    • flash custom recovery and flash magisk