Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge phones can now be rooted on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow stock firmware using the CF-Auto-root. This new support for the device makes rooting easier and more convenient.
CF-Auto-root just released custom root support to flagship phone Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge with model number G935F. Despite the slow development in the root department these days, CF-Auto-root is promised to make root procedures and workarounds more convenient. Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge qualified for this root guide are those with Exynos chipset and unlocked bootloader.
Before deciding root Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow, be reminded of the following reminders and preconditions:
1. Use only Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge with model number G935F. Using other variant may cause severe damage to phone.
2. Back up all necessary data here.
3. This root guide applies to future Android updates.
4. Use Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge device not yet installed with any custom ROM.
Below is a few steps to root Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge G935F on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow using CF-Auto-root:
1. Download CF-Auto-root package on PC for Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge and extract the zip file.
2. Download Odin v3.09 here.
3. Turn off phone.
4. Go to Download mode by press holding volume down and home buttons together.
5. Press the power button twice.
6. Open Odin on the PC.
7. Once connected, wait for the ID:COM boxes to turn into yellow with the COM port number.
8. Select the files to be flashed or installed on the phone.
9. In Odin, check the Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time options.
10. Click the Start button for begin installation.
11. Wait until the installation is completed.
To check the software versions, go to Settings > About phone.
