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Make sure to emphasize that using Termux on the same device to unlock its own bootloader is impossible because fastboot mode disables Android. So the method requires a second device. Clarify that to avoid confusion.
Not directly supported; requires Mi Flash tool. Termux not suitable for Xiaomi.
adb devices
fastboot reboot
On the target device, navigate to Settings > About Phone, tap "Build Number" seven times, then enable "USB Debugging" and "OEM Unlocking" inside Developer Options. unlock bootloader using termux better
Alternatively, you can use the termux-adb-fastboot repository for a one-liner installation.
Android's security architecture sometimes restricts Termux from accessing direct USB hardware nodes. Ensure you grant full storage permissions to Termux via your system settings. If the terminal throws a permissions error when running fastboot devices , you may need to use an auxiliary tool like the Libusb library wrapper or run Termux inside a rooted environment on the host phone. Make sure to emphasize that using Termux on
| Item | Description | |------|-------------| | | An Android device with USB OTG support (most Android 6+ phones). Install Termux from F‑Droid (not the outdated Play Store version). | | Target phone | The device whose bootloader you want to unlock. | | OTG adapter | USB-C to USB-A, or Micro‑USB to USB-A – depending on host phone. | | USB cable | Connects host OTG adapter to target phone. | | Backup | Unlocking wipes all data on the target. Backup photos, files, etc. | | Battery | Both phones should be at least 60% charged. |
You no longer need to be tethered to a desk. If your phone gets stuck in a bootloop while you are traveling, you can fix it using a friend’s Android phone, a cable, and Termux. Your repair toolkit now fits entirely in your pocket. 2. No Driver Nightmare Not directly supported; requires Mi Flash tool
pkg update && pkg upgrade pkg install termux-api pkg install tur-repo pkg install termux-adb Use code with caution. Copied to clipboard Note: Using a tool like termux-adb