I need guidance on the proper working method to install OrangeFox Recovery on MediaTek devices that use Dynamic Partitions (A/B system) where there is no dedicated recovery partition.
On my MediaTek device (Tecno Spark 8 Pro running Android 11), the recovery is integrated into the boot partition (recovery-in-boot/ramdisk configuration). I understand that traditional installation methods like fastboot flash recovery won’t work since there’s no separate recovery partition.
What I’ve tried with limited success:
- Using TWRP’s “Install Recovery Ramdisk” feature from Advanced menu
- Flashing via fastboot flash boot (but this replaces both boot and recovery)
- Various installation methods through existing custom recovery
My specific questions:
- What is the correct and proven method to install OrangeFox on MediaTek devices with A/B Dynamic Partitions?
- Should I use fastboot boot orangefox.img to test temporarily before permanent installation?
- Is there a specific OrangeFox build type required for recovery-in-boot devices?
- How can I ensure the installation doesn’t cause bootloops since recovery and boot share the same partition?
- Are there any MediaTek-specific considerations for OrangeFox installation on such partition layouts?
I’m particularly interested in methods that have been successfully tested by the community on similar MediaTek devices with Dynamic A/B partitions and integrated recovery.
Any detailed step-by-step guidance or links to proven tutorials would be greatly appreciated.