If you ran into any specific issues during the installation, let me know: What did Odin or TWRP display? What Android version is your Galaxy A20 currently running?
Samsung devices require an unlocked bootloader before any custom partition (like TWRP) can be written.
Since we are following the recommended path of rooting before TWRP, you need your device's stock firmware.
Your Samsung Galaxy A20 (SM-A205) is now successfully rooted with an updated TWRP custom recovery installed. You can now use advanced tools like Titanium Backup, modify your audio with Viper4Android, or browse for custom ROMs built specifically for your device architecture on the XDA Developers forum. root twrp recovery for samsung galaxy a20 sma205 updated
Keep holding both buttons until the TWRP splash screen appears, then release. Once inside TWRP, swipe the slider to allow modifications. Tap from the main menu, then select Format Data .
Troubleshooting (common issues)
Modifying your device's core software carries inherent risks. Before proceeding, understand the following conditions: If you ran into any specific issues during
On the TWRP home screen, swipe the slider to allow modifications.
| File/Tool | Purpose | | :--- | :--- | | | Primary tool to flash files onto Samsung devices | | TWRP (.img) | The custom recovery image for the Galaxy A20 | | TWRP (.tar) | The Odin-flashable version of the recovery | | Disable_Dm-Verity_ForceEncrypt | Zip file to disable forced encryption and dm-verity | | Magisk (ZIP) | The standard method to gain and manage root access |
Click the or USERDATA button (depending on your specific TWRP package instructions) or the AP button, and select your downloaded twrp.tar file. Since we are following the recommended path of
Sources and verification guidance
To install a ROM: