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Installation
[!CAUTION] Flashing a kernel can brick your device and will void your warranty. Make a full backup before proceeding.
Choose the method that fits your situation:
| Method | When to use | Requires root | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kernel Flasher | Upgrading with root already available, no PC needed | Yes | kernelflasher.md |
| magiskboot | When you want to skip pre-rooted method and flash a prepatched boot.img directly |
No | magiskboot.md |
Choosing the correct AnyKernel3 ZIP
Each release artifact is named by KMI and SPL:
- KMI —
android12-5.10,android13-5.10,android13-5.15,android14-5.15,android14-6.1,android15-6.6,android16-6.12. Must matchuname -r. - SPL — monthly security patch level. Pick the build closest to your current SPL.
If you don't know which file to download, read the KMI/SPL description in the release notes.
After flashing (both methods)
- Install / update the matching KernelSU manager APK (
manager-apk-*). - If using SUSFS, install the SUSFS module.
- Verify root with
suor manager app.
See also: Kernel Features Documentation · Releases