STEPS FOR EASILY ROOTING YOUR ANDROID DEVICE

Using the free app KingoRoot, you can easily take full control of any Android phone. How to use it is as follows:

Rooting is a method of unlocking the operating system on Android that is similar to jailbreaking. Rooting allows you to install apps that have not been approved by the manufacturer, remove unwanted bloatware, update the operating system, replace the firmware, overclock or underclock the processor, customize anything, and so on.

Naturally, this sounds like and can be a scary process for the average user. After all, it might appear to be a recipe for disaster to "root" around in the core software of your smartphone. If you make the wrong move, your phone could become unresponsive.

Fortunately, there is a program that makes rooting a one-click process: KingoRoot. It's free and works, but not on every device.

I first tried Kingo out on an Asus Nexus 7 and a Virgin Mobile Supreme; The procedure went smoothly and quickly. I used it to root a OnePlus One just recently, and because an app did all the work, this time it was even simpler.

On the other hand, I was unable to make the utility function on a Verizon Samsung Galaxy S6. Of course, your mileage may vary, and before proceeding, I strongly suggest checking the compatibility list. The utility might function with it even if your device is not present.) Start by following these steps.

The app version Installing the app version, which literally completes the root process with a single tap, is the simplest method of using KingoRoot.

In fact, installing that app on your Android device is the only difficult part. This is because the Google Play Store does not carry it; instead, you will need to manually install the KingoRoot APK that you downloaded.

In an ideal world, you would simply direct your mobile device to the KingoRoot Android page and download it there. Download the APK and send it to yourself as an attachment if that doesn't work or you're working from your PC. After that, open the email on your device and download the attachment.

However, in order to install it, you will need to ensure that your device is set to allow applications from unknown sources. That works in most Android versions as follows: Navigate to Settings, tap Security, then toggle the switch to the on position by scrolling to Unknown Sources.

KingoRoot can now be installed. After that, launch the app, tap One Click Root, and hope for the best. Your device should be rooted within about 60 seconds if everything goes according to plan. On my previously mentioned Galaxy S6, the procedure reached 90% before the device crashed and rebooted. Fortunately, no harm was done.)

The support pages for KingoRoot's desktop version suggested that if I tried the Windows version, I might have better luck with the Galaxy S6. The method is as follows:

Step 1: To stop any further infiltration by adware, download and install KINGROOT FOR WINDOWS, making sure to uncheck the option to "Install Yahoo-powered Chromium browser," and then click Decline.

Step 2: On your phone, enable USB debugging mode. Tap Settings, Developer Options, and then check the box next to "USB debugging" if it is running Android 4.0 or 4.1. Before you can do so, you may need to turn "Developer options" on.) Select USB debugging from the Developer Options menu when using Android 4.2. After that, tap OK to accept the new setting.

Tap Settings, About Phone, then scroll down to Build Number on Android 4.3 and later (including 5.0), though this also applies to some versions of Android 4.2. The message "You are now a developer!" should appear after you tap it seven times.

After that is finished, select USB debugging from the Developer Options menu in Settings, About Phone. After that, tap OK to accept the new setting.

Step 3: After installing Android Root on your computer, connect your phone using the USB sync cable. The former ought to demonstrate a connection to the latter after some time. The screen of your device might say, "Allow USB debugging?" pop-up. Tap OK after ticking "Always allow from this computer."

Step 4: After clicking Root, relax and wait for the utility to complete its task. My Galaxy S6 reached 70% after a few minutes, at which point it crashed and rebooted once more. Again, your mileage may vary and probably will.

All that remains is that. Run Android Root again, connect your phone and then click Remove Root if you decide you want to reverse the process. The app version is pretty much the same.)

Now, what should you do with your phone that has been rooted? Post your favorite choices in the comments section.

Note from the editor: The original version of this how-to was published on June 10, 2014, and it has since been updated to include new methods for rooting your device.

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