TWRP 3.6.1 improved logic for resizing super partitions, reducing errors when flashing GApps or large custom ROMs.
The (version 3.6.1) is more than just a minor version bump. It is a critical maintenance release that ensures your custom recovery remains functional in the era of Android 12, dynamic partitions, and Virtual A/B slots. twrp 361 upd
: Improved handling of dynamic and virtual A/B partitions helps prevent "bricking" and resolves decryption issues common in newer Android versions. TWRP 3
| Feature | Description | |---------|-------------| | | Fixed merge completion for snapshot-based updates (Android 12+). | | Decryption Improvements | Better handling of Android 12âs file-based encryption (FBE) with metadata encryption. | | Backup/Restore | Fixed SELinux context restoration on some devices. | | UI/Graphics | Minor refresh rate fixes and input lag reduction. | | ADB Root | ADB now defaults to root shell when available. | : Improved handling of dynamic and virtual A/B
Android 12 uses snapshot_update for seamless updates. TWRP 3.6.1 properly detects pending merges and completes them before allowing modifications, preventing partial update states that could brick devices.