using a recovery image ( recovery.img ), you can perform a manual "dirty flash" to keep your data or a "clean flash" if moving between major versions. While many users prefer the built-in OTA Updater
, manual updates via recovery are often recommended for reliability. 1. Prerequisites Backup Data:
Always back up your personal files before flashing any system image. Platform Tools: Download and extract the latest Android SDK Platform-Tools on your PC. Ensure you have the latest crdroid.zip and, if needed, a matching recovery.img for your specific device model. 2. Updating the Recovery Image (If Required) crdroid recoveryimg upd
If a new recovery image is required for a major version update: USB Debugging in Developer Options.
Connect your phone to the PC and open a terminal in your platform-tools folder. Reboot to bootloader: adb reboot bootloader Flash the new recovery: fastboot flash recovery recovery.img fastboot flash boot boot.img for A/B devices). Reboot into recovery: Hold Volume Up + Power (varies by device). 3. Flashing the crDroid Update crDroid Recovery , follow these steps to install the update package: How to install crDroid 12 for Pixel 9 (tokay) using a recovery image ( recovery
Update Installation If you're updating to a newer version, you can either: Via OTA: Use the in-built Updater. (Settings > System > How to install crDroid 11 for Redmi Note 10 Pro/Max (sweet)
Some crDroid updates require an updated recovery for compatibility. To flash a new recovery.img: Step 3: Flash the New Recovery
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img via PC).fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
fastboot reboot recovery
crDroid Recovery cannot flash Magisk directly. Instead:
After flashing, do not boot into system yet. Instead:
fastboot reboot recovery
Your device will restart into crDroid Recovery.