FASTBOOTFlashingCaution
fastboot flash init_boot <init_boot.img>
Flash init_boot partition (Android 13+)
Caution RequiredCorrupt init_boot images will cause immediate bootloops.
What It Does
Flashes the dedicated init_boot partition introduced in Android 13+ devices (e.g. Pixel 7/8/9, Galaxy S23/S24) for Magisk / KernelSU root.
Command Syntax
Terminal
$
fastboot flash init_boot <init_boot.img>Usage Examples
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fastboot flash init_boot magisk_patched_init_boot.imgOFFICIAL COMPANION GUIDE
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Prerequisites & Requirements
- Android 13+ GKI device with init_boot partition
- Unlocked bootloader
Related Commands
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