Install LineageOS 17.1 Xiaomi Redmi 6

{Android Q} How to download and install LineageOS 17.1 Xiaomi Redmi 6?

Recently Android 10 Q is launched and that to continue on AOSP 10. Now, with the updates, Xiaomi Redmi 6 is ready to get the unofficial version of the Lineage OS 17.1 designed and developed by ‘Groondalf’ a reputed Developer of XDA forum.

Well, Xiaomi Redmi 6 launched in March 2019 and did come with the Android 9.0 Pie. Now, the good news is you can now enjoy the Lineage OS 17.1 based on Android 10 Q on your Xiaomi Redmi 6 device.

LineageOS 17.1 Xiaomi Redmi 6

The LOS 17.1 undoubtedly is one of the most stable customs ROM available on the web. The Android 10 Q is Google’s 10 family version of the Android operating system with a plethora of new features and upgraded system UI. The search giant Google ditches the desert name, which every Android OS comes with, and that’s a good move.

In this article, you’ll get to know about the in-depth knowledge of how to install LineageOS 17.1 Xiaomi Redmi 6. Now, before moving on, you need to first unlock the bootloader and running the latest TWRP Recovery.

In case you’re using the older version, then you might see the TWRP Error 7 while installing custom ROM on your device. Let’s quickly get started without wasting time.

Disclaimer:- We at OfficialLineageOS are not responsible for any kind of damage or error that occurs to your handset while installing the guide. This is a custom ROM that might have any bugs or stability issues. So, we don’t recommend you to use this firmware as your daily driver. Proceed at your own risk.

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Pre-requisite

i) Get the Lineage OS 17.1 file supported by Xiaomi Redmi 6.

ii) Unlock the device bootloader at first.

iii) You need TWRP Recovery on Redmi 6.

iv) Download three things:-

  • TWRP file
  • Lineage OS 17 Zip file
  • Supported GApps file

v) Make sure your device has at least 60% battery for a smoother process.

vi) Take a full backup of your device without rooting it.

Note:- Do remember backup helps you if anything goes wrong, you can quickly restore all the data.

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Steps to Install LineageOS 17.1 Xiaomi Redmi 6

i) First, you need to copy the TWRP image file, GApps file, and LOS 17.1 ROM zip file to there internal memory of your device.

ii) Reboot your ‘Redmi 6 into recovery mode.’

iii) Once you boot into TWRP recovery mode, you can see the recovery menu. Tap on the install button >> Install Image >> Select the TWRP Image file from the location.

iv) Swipe right to ‘confirm flash.’

v) Again reboot to recovery mode.

vi) A TWRP menu will again appear, you need to go to the ‘wipe section.’ Select the Advanced Wipe >> Select the data, system, vendor, cache.

Choose the ‘swipe option’ to ‘wipe it.’

vii) Flash the Lineage OS 17.1 Custom ROM ‘.zip file’ from the install option.

viii) Remount system and vendor manually and then install the GApps ‘.zip file’ as well.

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ix) Reboot your device into the new system and wait until the boot process takes a few minutes.

x) Bingo! You’ve successfully installed the ROM Lineage OS 17.1 Redmi 6.

Now, you have successfully installed the Lineage OS 17.1 here is something that you should definitely know about Lineage OS 17.

Lineage OS 17.1 Android 10 Build

Lineage OS or you can say Android Open Source Platform shortly known as AOSP is supported by Google. The project is launched by CyanogenMod, a successor of the custom MOD; however, it is soon shut down all the operations in 2016. Soon, the company started again started its operation but with the new name Lineage OS.

Lineage OS 17, based on Android 10 Q, comes with the Android 10 features and Lineage customization options. Go and enjoy the Lineage OS 17.1 Redmi 6 by flashing it on your device.

Xiaomi Redmi 6 Specifications

Display 6.3 in-cell LCD COG
Features Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 660 Processor
Battery 4000mAh (typ) battery / 3900mAh (min)
Camera 12MP AI Rear camera &
13MP Front Camera
Unlock AI Face Unlock
OS Android 9.0
Storage 32GB
RAM 3GB
Connectivity Dual-SIM; LTE Cat.12 download/ Cat.13 upload,
Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac, Dual-band MIMO, 2×2 antennas,
GPS; Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 2.0

The Conclusion

So, far you have learned about how you can install LineageOS 17.1 for Redmi 6. With the latest updates of the Xiaomi Redmi 6, you get more freedom and stability on your device. One thing which our team has faced is the glitches in the camera. However, we’ll soon get back with the latest update. Till then, you can bookmark this site for the latest LineageOS 17 updates.

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