How to Install POSP ROM on Xiaomi Redmi 6A based on Android 10 Q

Xiaomi Redmi 6A (Codename: cactus) in June 2018. The handset came with Android 8.1 Oreo and later upgraded to Android 9.0 Pie. If you’re a Custom ROM lover and want to flash a Custom Firmware on your Redmi 6A (Codenamed: cactus), then this guide is for you. Now, you can download and install POSP ROM on Redmi 6A based on Android 10 Q from here. We have also shared the firmware details, download links, requirements, and a full installation guide as well.

Thanks to the Team of Potato Project for developing this ROM compatible with Redmi 6A. According to the XDA member, this POSP ROM for Redmi 6A is an initial Android 10 Q build. In order to install the Custom ROM on your Android handset, the device bootloader must be unlocked at first and should have installed the latest TWRP Recovery as well.

Before we discuss how to clear App data on Xiaomi Redmi 6A, let us know about the specs of the device. Xiaomi Redmi 6A features a 5.45 inches IPS LCD display with a screen resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels. The device is powered by Mediatek Helio A22 (12 nm) processor. The handset packs 16/32GB variant with 2/3GB of RAM. Xiaomi Redmi 6A sports a Single rear camera with 13MP camera and Single Selfie camera with 5MP depth camera. The smartphone is running on Android 8.1 Oreo under MIUI 9.0 software package and backed by 3000 mAh battery.

Now, let’s take a look at the overview of POSP (Potato Open Sauce Project) along with its features.

What is the POSP (Potato Open Sauce Project)?

Potato Open Sauce Project (POSP) is a buttery-smooth Android custom firmware (aftermarket) that is basically based on AOSP (Android Open Source Project). The POSP developers have handpicked the best features around the Android OS and have added their own sauce to it. In a simple way, this ROM aims to deliver some unique features to experience a better Android taste.

What’s on Android 10?

Android 10 is the latest and 10th generation of Android OS which was announced by Google a couple of months ago officially. The new Android version brings new system UI, new gestures, improved privacy & location control, system-wide dark mode, improved lock screen, enhanced app permissions, etc. It also features the foldable display support, security enhancements, focus mode, family link, live caption, and more.

The Android 10 (aka Android Q) also features built-in call screening, multi-camera API support, smart reply, chat bubble, 5G support, improved battery life, 65 new emojis, direct audio streaming support to hearing aid devices, etc.

Steps to Install POSP ROM on Redmi 6A (cactus)

Follow this guide to download all the required files, tools, and drivers along with requirements to get things ready before flashing the firmware.

Pre-Requirements:

• Supported: For the Redmi 6A model only (cactus).
• Charging: Maintain the battery charge more than 60% at least.
• Requires: A Windows PC/Laptop and a USB cable.
• USB Drivers: Download the latest Xiaomi USB Drivers on your PC.
• Unlock Bootloader: You will need to Unlock Bootloader on Redmi 6A.
• TWRP Recovery: Install TWRP Recovery on your Redmi 6A.
• Backup using TWRP: Create and Restore Nandroid Backup using TWRP.

Download Links:
   •  POSP ROM: Download Firmware
   •  Download Gapps: 
        •  Open Gapps 10  [Recommended]
        •  Android 10 Gapps Package

Instructions to Install

• First, you have to boot into TWRP Recovery interface.
• Then Decrypt and Re-Encrypt Data Partition on Redmi 6A (if required).
• Make sure to take a complete backup of your ROM and internal data via TWRP Recovery.
• Next, you will need to Wipe System Data using TWRP Recovery.
• Once done, tap on the Install button and search for the downloaded POSP ROM zip file. [Guide to install Custom ROM using TWRP Recovery]
• Swipe to confirm flashing the firmware.
• Wait for a few minutes to complete the flashing process.

Please Note:

Always flash TWRP installer after flashing ROM in order to keep TWRP alive.

• Then you will need to flash the Android 10 GApps file from the TWRP main menu > go to Install > select downloaded GApps zip file and swipe to flash.
• After flashing both the firmware and Gapps package, you can reboot your Redmi 6A to the system.
• It will take some time to boot for the first time after installing a Custom Firmware on your device. Have some patience.
• Now, your device will boot into a new system. Enjoy!
• Additionally, you can install root on your Redmi 6A via SuperSU or via Magisk as well if you want.

We hope that this guide is useful to you and you’ve successfully installed the POSP Custom ROM (Android 10) on your Redmi 6A (cactus) device. For any queries, let us know in the comments below.

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