Root Samsung Galaxy Alpha - how it works

If you want to get the most out of your Samsung Galaxy Alpha, you should root the smartphone. We'll show you exactly how to do this.

In order to have full access to the smartphone, you need the Samsung USB driver.
The "Auto Root Package" for the Samsung Galaxy Alpha SM-G850F or SM-G850M contains the files required for rooting.
The Samsung Galaxy Alpha is rooted with the Odin tool. However, this is already included in a modified version in the Auto Root Package. So please do not download it again.

Step 3: prepare your computer and smartphone

Connect the Samsung Galaxy Alpha to your computer using the USB cable and wait for it to be recognized. Then remove it.
Create a new folder on your desktop called "Odin". Open the Auto Root Package and copy all the files it contains into the folder you just created.
For full access, you must also activate USB debugging in the settings.

Simultaneously hold down the home button, power button and volume down button for about 10 seconds and then switch off the device.
You will see a warning on the screen after a few seconds. Confirm this by pressing the volume up key. The smartphone is now in download mode.
Start the "odin.exe" file from the "Odin" folder. Now connect the Galaxy Alpha to your computer again.
Right click on the "PDA" button and select the Auto Root Package from your computer.
The root process begins with the "Start" button. After a few seconds, a green field with the inscription "PASS!" Appears in the top left of the window.
Wait until the Samsung Galaxy Alpha starts again and disconnect from the computer.
If you want to check whether your smartphone is really rooted, download the Root Checker app.
Note: On the Samsung Galaxy Alpha you will find the "Super Su" app for managing the root. Here you can undo the root, among other things.

In the next practical tip, we will show you how to reset the Samsung Galaxy Alpha to the factory settings.