Root access is an essential part of the Android ecosystem, and it’s one of the features that make Android an attractive platform for device manufacturers and users alike. By having root access, users can customize their devices and install applications not available on the official store, and developers can access the system in order to create customized ROMs and Mods.
In this article, we will show you how to root Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge Nougat update, and build G935FXXU1DPLT. We have tested the method on the official release, and if you install TWRP recovery on the device, rooting with SuperSU Zip should be easy.
Before we begin, we should mention that rooting your device voids the warranty and should be done with caution. This is an advanced tutorial that should be done with a lot of care, and we strongly recommend that you make a backup of your data before proceeding.
Check out the build numbers for S7 and S7 Edge Nougat firmware below:
- Galaxy S7 – G930FXXU1DPLT
- Galaxy S7 Edge – G935FXXU1DPLT
How To Root Samsung Galaxy S7 On Nougat
Now that you’re aware of the risks, let’s get started.
1. Download and Install TWRP Recovery
The first step in the rooting process is to install a custom recovery like TWRP recovery. TWRP recovery allows you to install ROMs, Mods, and root the device. To install TWRP on the device, you will need to download the appropriate version for your device. You can find the TWRP recovery download here.
2. Enable USB Debugging
In order to install TWRP, you need to enable USB debugging on your device. To do this, go to Settings > Developer Options > USB Debugging and enable it.
3. Flash TWRP Recovery
Once you have downloaded the TWRP recovery, you can proceed with flashing it on your device. To do this, you need to download the Odin tool, which is designed to flash ROMs and recoveries on Samsung devices. To flash TWRP, open the Odin tool and select the “PDA” tab. Then, select the TWRP recovery .tar file that you downloaded.
4. Boot Into Recovery
Once you have flashed the TWRP recovery, you need to boot into recovery mode. To do this, press and hold the Volume Down + Home + Power buttons at the same time. Then, select “Recovery” and press the Power button to boot into recovery mode.
5. Root with SuperSU
The final step in the rooting process is to install SuperSU, which will give you root access to your device. To do this, download the latest version of SuperSU and transfer it to your device. Then, go to the “Install” section in TWRP and select the SuperSU .zip file. Once you have done this, you can reboot your device and enjoy root access.
And that’s it! You should now have root access on your Galaxy S7 or S7 Edge running the Nougat update, build G935FXXU1DPLT. After rooting, you can install the apps and tweaks of your choice and enjoy a fully-customized experience.
We hope that this guide helped you root Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge Nougat update, and build G935FXXU1DPLT. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to leave them in the comments section below.