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Background

Redmi Note 12 Turbo, MIUI 14, unlocked bootloader.

Process

1. Backup

First, backup important data. This step is crucial as flashing will wipe all data.

2. Download Required Files

  • Platform Tools (adb and fastboot)
  • Custom recovery (e.g., TWRP)
  • Custom ROM (e.g., HyperOS, Pixel Experience)

3. Unlock Bootloader

Use MIUI Unlock tool to unlock bootloader. Note this requires binding device account for certain days.

4. Flash Recovery

# Boot to fastboot mode
adb reboot bootloader

# Flash recovery
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img

5. Install ROM

  1. Boot to recovery mode
  2. Wipe data/factory reset
  3. Install ROM zip file
  4. Reboot

Post-flash Setup

  • Restore apps and data
  • Configure system settings
  • Install Google services if needed

Notes

  • Unlocking bootloader will void warranty
  • Be careful with ROM sources, use trusted ones
  • Keep recovery image backup