Complete Flashing Guide

For MI 11 Lite 4G (Courbet) Custom ROMs

Prerequisites

Unlocked Bootloader

Your Mi 11 Lite 4G's bootloader must be unlocked before proceeding.

Warning

Unlocking the bootloader will void your warranty and erase all data on your device.

Unlocking Tutorial

Custom Recovery Setup

Required Recovery: OrangeFox Recovery

OrangeFox R12.1 A14 TWRP 3.7.0 (for initial flash)

Important Recovery Installation Process:

First flash TWRP via fastboot:

fastboot flash recovery TWRP-3.7.0-courbet-ygherna.img

Boot into TWRP:
```
fastboot reboot recovery
```
In TWRP, select Install and flash the OrangeFox ZIP file from your SD Card or USB-OTG.
After flashing, go to Reboot and select Recovery to boot into OrangeFox.

All ROMs are tested with OrangeFox. Other recoveries are not officially supported.

Required Files

Your chosen Custom ROM ZIP file from the ROMs page.
GApps package (if the ROM needs it). We recommend NikGapps Core.
A complete backup of your important data, stored on an external device.

Device Preparation

Battery: Ensure a minimum of 60% charge.
Backup: Create a full backup of your current system and data.
USB Cable: Use a reliable cable for a stable connection.

Flashing Methods

Clean Flash

A clean flash is REQUIRED when coming from a different ROM (e.g., EvolutionX to LineageOS), updating to a different Android version (e.g., EvolutionX A15 → EvolutionX A16), or switching between major ROM updates. This method erases user data.

Boot into OrangeFox Recovery.
Tap the trash can icon at the bottom of the screen, then select Format data. Type yes to confirm.
Return to the main menu, select Install, and flash your ROM ZIP file.
(Optional) Without rebooting, flash your GApps package if required.
Return to the main menu and select Reboot and then System.

Dirty Flash

This method is only for updating the SAME ROM to a newer version on the SAME Android version (e.g., EvolutionX A15 v1.0 → v1.1). It keeps your data.

Boot into OrangeFox Recovery.
Select Install and flash the updated ROM ZIP file.
(Optional) Re-flash GApps if they are not automatically restored.
Wipe the Dalvik/ART cache.
Reboot to System.

Post-Flash & Troubleshooting

First Boot & Important Notes

The first boot can take up to 5 minutes. If it takes longer, the ROM has likely failed to boot.
We do not provide support for issues caused by using recoveries other than the recommended OrangeFox.
Always read the specific release notes for the ROM you are flashing.
Be patient with development. This is a voluntary community effort.

Common Issues

Boot Issues: If the ROM doesn't boot in 5 minutes, re-attempt the installation using the Clean Flash method, ensuring you formatted data correctly. Verify ROM compatibility.
Recovery Issues: Verify that you have correctly installed and are using the recommended version of OrangeFox recovery.

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