: This is mandatory. Modifying vbmeta on a locked bootloader will brick the device. Developer Options Enabled Settings > About Phone > Software Info and tap "Build Number" seven times. Enable OEM Unlocking USB Debugging inside the Developer Options Odin Flash Tool : Download the latest version of Odin to your PC. Samsung USB Drivers : Installed on your computer to recognize the A12. How to Create or Obtain a Patched vbmeta

This method is preferred because:

The vbmeta file serves as a gatekeeper, ensuring that the device boots only with authorized and verified software. This prevents malicious code from running on the device, providing an additional layer of security.