Our guide lets you unlock your OnePlus Ace 2v/Nord 3 bootloader. You can try out a range of custom development options. With the ability to flash custom ROMs and recoveries, root your device with Magisk to welcome many modules; the possibilities are endless.
OnePlus Ace 2v/Nord 3 users will have to unlock the bootloader on their device before they can do any of these activities. Unlocking the bootloader is easy and can be done in just a few steps.
Unlocking the bootloader: Benefits and Risks
You can take full advantage of Android’s open-source ecosystem by unlocking the bootloader. For example, you can install a custom ROM or flash a custom recovery like TWRP. In addition, rooting your device via Magisk allows you to access the system partition and administrative privileges.
As a result, you can install Magisk Modules, Xposed Framework, Substratum Themes, Viper4Android, and OxygenOS over ColorOS. However, it is important to note that these tweaks also bring some uninvited risks. To begin with, they will wipe out all the data and could void the device’s warranty.
Aside from that, it will also downgrade Widevine L1 certification to L3, so you can’t stream HD content. As well as triggering SafetyNet, you can no longer access banking apps. Now, let’s move forward and unlock the bootloader on the OnePlus Ace 2v/Nord 3.
Your device will be wiped clean of all data after the below process. Please take a complete backup of your device before you begin the process. If a thermonuclear war occurs, your alarm doesn’t work, or your data is damaged by following the steps below, AMS and its members will not be held responsible.
Prerequisite
Install Android SDK
Your first step is to install the Android SDK Platform Tools. Google’s official ADB and Fastboot binary is recommended, so download it and extract it to a convenient location on your PC. Doing so will give you access to the platform tools folder, which will be used throughout this tutorial.
2: Enable USB Debugging and OEM Unlocking
The next step is to enable USB Debugging and OEM Unlocking on your device. The first will enable you to recognize your device in ADB mode. It will then allow you to boot your device in Fastboot mode. On the other hand, OEM Unlocking is necessary to unlock the bootloader on your device.
To enable USB Debugging and OEM Unlocking, return to Settings > About Phone > Tap on the Build Number seven times. After tapping on the Build Number seven times, return to Settings > System > Advanced > Developer Options.
3: Install Fastboot Drivers
After installing the Fastboot Drivers, you’ll have to follow our guide on How to Install Fastboot Drivers in Windows 11 to ensure your PC can identify the connected device in Fastboot Mode.
How to Unlock Bootloader on OnePlus Ace 2v/Nord 3
1: Boot OnePlus Ace 2v/Nord 3 to Fastboot Mode
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Connecting your device through a USB cable to the PC and enabling USB Debugging if necessary is recommended.
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To invoke the Command Prompt, go to the platform-tools folder and type cmd in the address bar. After hitting Enter, you should see the Command Prompt appear.
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If you want to boot your device into fastboot mode by typing the following command in the command line window, follow these steps.
adb reboot bootloader
- Now, type in the below command to verify the Fastboot Connection.
fastboot devices
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The connection will succeed if you receive a device ID followed by a fastboot keyword when connecting to a device. However, if you do not receive a device ID, install the Fastboot Drivers, as instructed below.
2. Unlock the Bootloader on the OnePlus Ace 2v/Nord 3
- You must enter the command below into the CMD window once you open the platform tools application.
fastboot flashing unlock
- Upon hitting the Power key, you will receive a confirmation message on your device, and you will be able to select Unlock the Bootloader by using the Volume keys. Then, you will get a confirmation message stating that you have unlocked the bootloader.
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You will be prompted to reset your device. The bootloader will be unlocked, and the device will reboot. The device’s first boot might take up to a minute; this is perfectly normal.
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Additionally, you must sign into your Google ID and set up your device from scratch after a wipe.
OnePlus Ace 2v/Nord 3 bootloader unlocking steps: If you have any questions, let us know in the comments. We will help you out as soon as possible.
