[OFFICIAL] TWRP 3.7.1_12-0 for Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (SM-A236): Unleash Your Phone’s Potential

Welcome to the Magisk Modules guide for installing TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project) 3.7.1_12-0 on your Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (SM-A236). This custom recovery is your gateway to advanced customization, rooting, and flashing custom ROMs, significantly expanding the capabilities of your device. We provide a comprehensive and detailed guide on installing TWRP, ensuring a smooth and successful process, even for novice users. The Magisk Module Repository is your trusted source for quality Magisk Modules.

Why Install TWRP on Your Samsung Galaxy A23 5G?

TWRP is more than just a recovery environment; it’s a powerful tool that empowers you to take complete control of your device.

• Custom ROMs: Flash your favorite custom ROMs to experience entirely new operating systems, features, and performance enhancements.
• Rooting with Magisk: Gain root access to your phone using Magisk, enabling advanced tweaks, modifications, and app compatibility.
• Advanced Backups (Nandroid): Create complete system backups of your device, including your operating system, apps, and data. This allows you to restore your phone to a previous state if something goes wrong.
• Kernel Flashing: Install custom kernels for improved performance, battery life, or specialized features.
• Module Installation: Install Magisk Modules to customize your phone’s functionality, appearance, and performance.

Important Considerations and Disclaimers

Warning: This TWRP version is reported as NOT FULLY TESTED. While many features are working, there might be unknown issues. Always proceed with caution and at your own risk. We provide this guide as a community resource, but we are not responsible for any damage caused to your device.

• Unlocked Bootloader Required: Installing TWRP requires an unlocked bootloader. Unlocking the bootloader will wipe all data on your device. Ensure that you back up all important data before proceeding.
• Warranty Voidance: Unlocking the bootloader and installing custom software may void your manufacturer’s warranty.
• Read Carefully: Follow the instructions meticulously. A single mistake can potentially brick your device.
• Stay Informed: Refer to the official TWRP website and relevant forums for the latest information, updates, and troubleshooting tips.
• Community Support: If you encounter issues, seek help from the Android community or our support channels.

Prerequisites Before You Begin

Before you start, make sure you have the following:

• Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (SM-A236): This guide is specifically for this device. Do not attempt to use it on other models.
• Unlocked Bootloader: Your phone’s bootloader must be unlocked. You can find guides online for unlocking the bootloader of your specific Samsung Galaxy A23 5G model.
• USB Cable: A high-quality USB cable for connecting your phone to your computer.
• Computer: A Windows computer is recommended for this process.
• Odin Flashing Tool: Download the latest version of Odin from a reliable source. This tool is used to flash the TWRP recovery image.
• TWRP Recovery Image: Download the TWRP-SM-A236B.tar.zip file. (Ensure to download from a trusted source).
• Samsung USB Drivers: Install the Samsung USB drivers on your computer. These drivers allow your computer to communicate with your phone in download mode.

Step-by-Step Guide: Installing TWRP on Your Samsung Galaxy A23 5G

Follow these steps carefully to install TWRP on your device:

Step 1: Prepare the Necessary Files

1. Extract TWRP: Extract the contents of the downloaded TWRP-SM-A236B.tar.zip file to a convenient location on your computer. You should find a file with the .tar extension.
2. Install Samsung USB Drivers: Install the Samsung USB drivers on your computer. If you have already installed them, you can skip this step.
3. Download Odin: Download the latest version of Odin and extract it to a folder on your computer.

Step 2: Boot Your Phone into Download Mode

1. Power Off: Turn off your Samsung Galaxy A23 5G completely.
2. Enter Download Mode: Press and hold the Volume Down and Volume Up buttons simultaneously. While holding these buttons, connect your phone to your computer using the USB cable.
3. Confirm Download Mode: You should see a warning screen. Press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.

Step 3: Flash TWRP Using Odin

1. Launch Odin: Open the Odin executable file on your computer.
2. Connection Confirmation: Odin should recognize your phone. You will see a COM port number displayed in the “ID:COM” box. If you don’t see this, ensure that the Samsung USB drivers are installed correctly.
3. Load TWRP File: In Odin, click the AP button. Navigate to the location where you extracted the TWRP file and select the .tar file.
4. Disable Auto Reboot: In the “Options” tab of Odin, uncheck the “Auto Reboot” box. This is crucial to prevent your phone from booting into the stock recovery after flashing TWRP.
5. Start Flashing: Click the “Start” button to begin flashing TWRP to your device.
6. Flashing Completion: Wait for the flashing process to complete. Odin will display a “PASS!” message when the process is successful.

Step 4: Boot into TWRP Recovery

1. Manual Reboot: After Odin displays the “PASS!” message, immediately disconnect your phone from your computer.
2. Boot into Recovery: Simultaneously press and hold the Power and Volume Down buttons to force reboot. As soon as the screen turns off, quickly switch to pressing and holding the Power and Volume Up buttons. Continue holding these buttons until the TWRP recovery screen appears.
3. Data Partition Decryption: If prompted, TWRP might ask for a password or pattern to decrypt your data partition. If you have set up a lock screen, enter your password or pattern. If you haven’t, you might need to format data. WARNING: Formatting data WILL erase all data from your internal storage. This step is necessary if TWRP cannot access your data partition.
4. TWRP Interface: You should now be in the TWRP recovery environment.

Post-Installation: Important First Steps

Once you’ve successfully booted into TWRP, perform these crucial steps:

1. Create a Nandroid Backup

This is the most important step. A Nandroid backup creates a complete snapshot of your device’s current state, including the operating system, apps, and data.

1. Tap “Backup”: In the TWRP main menu, tap the “Backup” button.
2. Select Partitions: Choose the partitions you want to back up. It’s recommended to select all partitions for a full backup.
3. Swipe to Backup: Swipe the slider at the bottom of the screen to start the backup process.
4. Backup Location: By default, backups are saved to your internal storage. If you have an external SD card, you can choose to save the backup there.
5. Wait for Completion: The backup process may take some time. Once it’s complete, you’ll have a backup that you can restore if anything goes wrong.

2. Explore TWRP Features

Familiarize yourself with the various features of TWRP, including:

• Install: Used to flash ZIP files, such as custom ROMs, kernels, and Magisk Modules.
• Wipe: Used to erase data, cache, and system partitions. Be careful when using this option, as it can lead to data loss.
• Restore: Used to restore a Nandroid backup.
• Mount: Used to mount partitions, allowing you to access them from your computer via MTP.
• Settings: Used to configure TWRP settings, such as language, theme, and time zone.
• Advanced: Contains advanced options, such as ADB Sideload, file manager, and terminal.

3. Install Magisk (Optional)

If you want to root your device, you can install Magisk through TWRP.

1. Download Magisk ZIP: Download the latest Magisk ZIP file from the official Magisk GitHub repository.
2. Copy to Phone: Copy the Magisk ZIP file to your phone’s internal storage or SD card.
3. Tap “Install”: In TWRP, tap the “Install” button.
4. Select Magisk ZIP: Navigate to the location where you copied the Magisk ZIP file and select it.
5. Swipe to Flash: Swipe the slider to flash Magisk.
6. Reboot: After flashing, tap the “Reboot System” button.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

• Device Not Recognized by Odin: Ensure that you have installed the Samsung USB drivers correctly. Try using a different USB port or cable.
• Bootloop After Flashing TWRP: This can happen if the flashing process was interrupted or if the TWRP image is corrupted. Try flashing TWRP again.
• TWRP Asks for Password: If TWRP asks for a password or pattern, enter the same password or pattern you use to unlock your phone. If you haven’t set up a lock screen, you may need to format data. WARNING: This will erase all data from your internal storage.
• Can’t Flash Custom ROMs: Ensure that the custom ROM you are trying to flash is compatible with your device model. Also, make sure that you have wiped the necessary partitions before flashing the ROM.
• MTP Not Working: Try mounting the partitions in TWRP manually. Go to “Mount” and select the partitions you want to access.

TWRP Functionality Checks (Based on Source Information)

Based on the provided information, here’s a breakdown of the tested TWRP functionalities:

Basic Checks:

• Touch: Working correctly
• ADB/MTP: Functioning for file transfer
• Sideloading: Update.zip sideloading is working
• Backups: Backups to internal storage and microSD card are functional.
• Restore: Restoring from internal storage and microSD card is functional.
• Logs: Accessible
• Screen/Recovery Size: Correct display
• Reboot to System: Working correctly
• ADB: Working
• Screen On/Off: Functions as expected

Medium Checks:

• UI Colors: No red/blue inversions reported.
• F2FS/EXT4 Support: Supported file systems
• Important Partitions: All important partitions listed in mount/backup lists.
• External USB Storage: Backup/restore to/from external (USB-OTG) storage is NOT supported by the device.
• ADB Backup/Restore: Functioning.
• Data Decryption: Decrypts /data partition.
• Correct Date: Displays the correct date

Minor Checks:

• MTP Export: Working
• Reboot Options: Reboot to bootloader and recovery is functional.
• Power Off: Works correctly
• Battery Level: Displayed correctly
• Temperature: Displayed correctly
• Encrypted Backups: Supported
• USB Input Devices: Input devices via USB (USB-OTG) - keyboard, mouse and disks (not supported by the device)
• USB Mass Storage: USB mass storage export is not supported
• Brightness: Can set brightness
• Vibrate: Functions
• Screenshot: Takes screenshots
• Partition SD Card: Can partition SD card

Credits and Thanks

We would like to thank the Team Win Recovery Project for developing TWRP. Special thanks to @BlackMesa123 and @Simon1511 for their help and base tree of Samsung A52sxq, without whom this port wouldn’t have been possible.

Source Code

• Minimal TWRP AOSP: https://github.com/minimal-manifest-twrp/platform_manifest_twrp_aosp
• Device Tree: https://github.com/edward0181/android_device_samsung_a23xq

We hope this comprehensive guide helps you install TWRP on your Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (SM-A236) successfully. Remember to always proceed with caution and at your own risk. Enjoy the enhanced customization and control that TWRP provides! Visit our Magisk Module Repository for amazing modules.