Download and install Galaxy Note 9 TWRP recovery

Just yesterday, the kernel source code of the Galaxy Note 9 was made available by Samsung. The developers were quick enough to get their hands on the source code in order to compile a TWRP recovery. The very first build of TWRP recovery for the Exynos Galaxy Note 9 has landed. The build is unofficial. It has been tested and found completely stable. The Galaxy Note 9 TWRP recovery has been used for creating a Nandroid backup and flashing magisk. It worked fine for both the tasks. Galaxy Note 9 owners can now make their super powerful device even more powerful. Follow the instructions given in this post to download and install Galaxy Note 9 TWRP recovery. The Note 9 has already been rooted. Now is the TWRP time. The recovery can be installed with the help of Samsung’s flashtool.

About the Galaxy Note 9

Samsung released the Galaxy Note 9 earlier this month. This is the most powerful device by Samsung to date. The Galaxy Note 9 is equipped with a Super AMOLED 6.4 inch display. This display has QHD+ resolution of 1440 x 2960 pixels. Galaxy Note 9’s display has 18:9 screen-to-body ratio. There is an 8MP camera mounted right on the top of the display.

At the back, the Galaxy Note 9 has a dual camera. This dual camera system has been borrowed from the Galaxy S9+. There is a 12MP shooter in this dual system which has a telephoto lens. The other 12MP shooter has the variable aperture. Galaxy Note 9 can capture stunning photos and shoot mindblowing videos up to 4K resolution.

Under the hood, the Note 9 is powered by Exynos 9810 CPU or the Snapdragon 845 SoC. Galaxy Note 9 has a RAM of 6GB with 128GB internal storage or a RAM of 8GB with 512GB internal storage. The Note uses the USB Type-C for connection purposes. Samsung has also added the HDMI to USB Type-C support in this phone in order to make it work as a PC.

There is a whopping 4,000 mAh battery in this phone. Samsung has optimized the software to give the best battery results with optimal performance. The Note 9 runs on Android Oreo out of the box. This phone supports project treble which means it will be getting newer versions of Android in time.

The Note 9 has a smart S-Pen. The Bluetooth-enabled S-Pen charges itself inside the Note. It takes 40 seconds for the S-Pen to charge which can last for about 30 minutes. The S-Pen then can be used to control different applications. For example, out of the box, the S-Pen can launch Camera application and capture pictures. The Pen can be mapped according to your own liking.

About the TWRP custom recovery

For those who have absolutely no idea about a custom recovery, let’s clear everything about it first. The TWRP recovery stands for Team Win Recovery Project. At the time of writing this, this is the only custom recovery available for thousands of Android phones. The TWRP recovery runs in the bootloader of an Android phone. It has a lot of perks.

At first, the TWRP gives the users an opportunity to back up all the partitions on a phone. One can select EFS, Nandroid and other partitions to save a backup in the internal storage.

There is a Wipe option in the TWRP recovery. This Wipe option can be used to format data which is equal to performing a factory reset, but without losing your data. The advanced options under wipe let you select between Data, Cache, Dalvik Cache, System, and Internal Storage. One can quickly fix a phone that’s acting weird by simply wiping the Cache and Dalvik Cache.

The TWRP recovery’s most useful feature is the ability to flash files. It can flash .zip and the .img files. This feature is useful for flashing files like Magisk and SuperSU in order to root the Note 9. The custom ROMs also come packed inside .zip files. Boot images usually come in .img files. So, if you have any such file, use the install feature to flash it on your Note 9.

The TWRP is loaded with many other features like the ADB Terminal and tweaking the partitions of the device. Overall, it’s a good piece of software to have on your phone as it can be a savior for your phone.

How to download Galaxy Note 9 TWRP recovery

Assuming that the Note 9 owners have understood each and everything, let’s proceed with the TWRP flashing instructions. While installing the TWRP, bear in mind that this is a custom recovery and it will void the warranty of your phone. When it comes to the custom processes, a user must understand all the risks involved. In case of a mishap, TechBeasts, the recovery developer or the device maker should not be held responsible.

Preparations to install Galaxy Note 9 TWRP recovery

• TWRP build is only for Exynos Note 9. Check your phone’s model from the list of Galaxy Note 9 variants.
• Do not flash it on any other phone.
• Charge your phone up to 50% to avoid power loss during the installation process.
• Backup each and everything on your computer. Here is how to backup all of your data to Samsung Cloud.
• Enable OEM Unlocking and USB Debugging on your Note 9.
• Close Samsung Kies or Smart Switch while running Odin.
• Use original Data Cable to connect Note 9 to the computer.
• Follow each and every single step carefully.

Downloads required

• Galaxy Note 9 TWRP Recovery: Download
• Odin 3.13.1 for PC – Download and extract
• Samsung USB Drivers – Download and install

Install TWRP recovery on Galaxy Note 9

1. Ensure that you have followed all the steps given above.
2. Open the Odin.exe file on your computer now.
3. Turn off the Note 9 completely.
4. Press and hold Volume Down + Bixby button.
   1. While keeping the buttons pressed, plug in the USB Type C cable.
   2. Make sure the cable is connected to the computer.
   3. This will boot the Note 9 in Download Mode. Press Volume Up to continue.
5. Check the Log box in Odin, it should show “Added” indicating successful connection.
6. Now in Odin, click on the AP tab and select the twrp-3.2.3-0-crownlte_UNOFFICIAL.tar .md5.
   1. This is the file you downloaded above.
7. Make sure that the only option selected in Odin is F.Reset.Time. Uncheck all other options.
8. Now hold Volume Up + Bixby + Power button on your Note 9 and click on the “Start” button in Odin.
9. Keep the keys pressed while the recovery flashes. The phone will reboot in a while.
10. Do not leave the keys unless you see the TWRP recovery.
11. Once in TWRP, let the keys go. You have the TWRP custom recovery installed now. Do not quit the recovery yet.

Install Magisk – If you want the recovery to stick

1. Download this version of Magisk.
2. While your Note 9 is in TWRP, connect it to the computer in MTP mode.
3. Copy the Magisk to your phone.
4. Now in TWRP on the phone, click on Install > Install Zip > Locate Magisk and flash it.
5. Reboot into the system now. The TWRP will now stick and you have a Rooted Note 9.

Final Thoughts

So, that’s how we successfully flashed a custom recovery on our beloved Note 9. In order to boot into the TWRP recovery next time, all you have to do is to shut down your Note 9. Press and hold Volume Up + Home + Power button to boot into the TWRP. If something goes wrong with your phone at this point, you still have the option to flash a stock ROM to fix the Galaxy Note 9. In case of queries, feel free to reach out to me through the comments section or our contact us page.

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