Root Moto G4 Play on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow with SuperSU

Given that you have unlocked your Moto G4 Play’s bootloader and installed TWRP custom recovery, you can now proceed to root your phone. Root Moto G4 Play through this quick and simple guide. The root procedure for Moto G4 Play is quite easy but we recommend you read all the steps before implementing it. The utility we will use is SuperSU. SuperSU zip package is both fast and reliable. Once rooted, you can then install all compatible root apps from the Play Store as well as enjoy custom ROMs and themes. We have included download links to all the necessary files right below. As mentioned earlier there are perquisites for this article so if you haven’t ticked all the boxes, please read: how to install TWRP 3.0.2 custom recovery on Moto G4 Play. Also, make sure you are running an unlocked bootloader as well — How to Unlock Bootloader on Moto G4 Play. Still not decided on whether you should root or not? read: Benefits of rooting an Android device. You can now easily root Moto G4 Play on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow official software version using our tutorial.

As you continue reading, we will guide you through the process of how to root Android 6.0.1 on Moto G4 Play with all the instructions and files needed. Rooting will allow you to install root apps on your phone, i.e Titanium Backup. Read our list of the essential root apps available! Make sure you go through all the tips given below and keep them in mind before performing the tutorial. Also make a backup of your data. Let’s continue with the tutorial now!

Disclaimer: All the custom ROMs and firmwares, official software updates, tools, mods or anything mentioned in the tutorial belong to their respective owners/developers. We (TeamAndroid.com) or the developers are not to be held responsible if you damage or brick your device. We don’t have you on gun point to try out this tutorial 😉

Moto G4 Play SuperSU Root Package Details:

SuperSU is one of our favourite rooting package as it comes with all the binaries needed to gain root access on your Moto G4 Play Android phone. Not just this, the SuperSU app is much more robust and comes with better features than the previously popular SuperUser app.

Please note, this tutorial requires you to have TWRP custom recovery installed on your Moto G4 Play in order to be able to root your phone. If you do not have the custom recovery installed, we have a link to the tutorial given below.

There are tons of useful articles and how-to guides on Team Android for the Moto G4 Play, but we think you might be interested in the following posts:

• Unlock Bootloader: How to Unlock Bootloader on Moto G4 Play.
• TWRP Recovery: How to Update Moto G4 Play with TWRP Recovery.
• Install Marshmallow: How to Install Android 6.0 Marshmallow on Computer.
• Custom ROMs: For a complete collection of Moto G4 Play custom ROMs, click here!

Moto G4 Play USB Drivers

You will need to connect your Android phone with the computer. For that, please make sure you have installed the USB drivers for Moto G4 Play properly. If not, you can download the latest official drivers from our Android USB Drivers section here:

Download Moto G4 Play USB drivers!

Backup and Other Important Tips

Done with the USB drivers? Perfect. The tutorial is on the next page, but first, please take a look at the following tips and important points you need to take care of. These are important, as we don’t want anyone losing their personal data or apps:

Always backup your important data that you might need after you install a new custom ROM, an official software update or anything else. Make a backup for just in case, you never know when anything might go wrong. See below for some tips on how to backup data:

• Backup your Apps. How? –> How to Backup Android Apps.
• Backup your SMS messages. How? –> How to Backup/Restore SMS Messages.
• Backup Contacts, Gmail and Google Data. How? –> Sync with Google Sync.
• Backup Call History. How? –> How to Backup Call History.
• Backup WhatsApp Messages. How? –> How to Backup/Restore WhatsApp Messages.
• Backup APN Settings: GPRS, 3G, MMS Settings. How? Note down everything from: Settings > Wireless & Networks (More…) > Mobile networks > Access Point Names.

If you already have a custom recovery (ClockworkMod, TWRP etc.) installed on your phone, we strongly recommend a backup using that as it creates a complete image of your existing phone set up.

A few more optional tips that you should remember:

1. Having problems connecting your Android phone to the computer? You need to enable USB debugging mode. See here: How to Enable USB Debugging — for Gingerbread, Ice Cream Sandwich, Jelly Bean, KitKat, Lollipop, Marshmallow.

2. Make sure your Android device is charged up to 80-85% battery level. This might help you: How to Check Battery Percentage. Why? Because, if your phone goes off suddenly while installing a custom ROM, flashing an official firmware update or installing mods etc. — your phone might get bricked or go dead permanently. No one wants that, right?

4. Most of the tutorials and how-to guides on Team Android are for factory unlocked Android phones and tablets. We recommend NOT to try our guides if your phone is locked to a carrier, unless we have specified the carrier name or device model.

5. Your bootloader should be unlocked. See here: How to Unlock Bootloader of Moto G4 Play.

All set and ready? Good. You can now continue reading below and root Moto G4 Play on OxygenOS with Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.

How to Root Moto G4 Play with SuperSU on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow

We have put together a detailed step-by-step instructions guide on how to root Moto G4 Play with SuperSU. Please read every line carefully below. We suggest that you should read the tutorial once before actually performing it on your phone.

To Remember:

• This root method tutorial is only for Moto G4 Play. Please don’t try this on any other variants of the phone.
• Make sure you backup all your data in your phone before proceeding.
• This will void your warranty.
• Bootloader should be unlocked. How? –> How to Unlock Bootloader of Moto G4 Play.

If you have fulfilled all the requirements above, then proceed to the actual tutorial.

Complete Step-By-Step Instructions:

NOTE: You need to have a custom recovery installed on your Moto G4 Play i.e. TWRP before proceeding below. Installation tutorial: How to Update Moto G4 Play with TWRP Recovery.

Step 1 – Download SuperSU Root (SuperSU-beta.zip) for Moto G4 Play to your computer.

Step 2 – Connect your Moto G4 Play to your computer using the USB cable.

Step 3 – Now copy/paste the downloaded SuperSU-beta.zip file to your internal storage. Make sure the file is in the internal storage root (not in any folder).

Step 4 – Then turn OFF your phone and disconnect from the USB cable.

Step 5 – Now to get in the Recovery Mode (TWRP Recovery). Switch ON the phone while pressing and holding Volume Down + Power buttons together. Alternatively, read this: How to Enter Recovery Mode on Any Android Phone.

NOTE: Screenshots of the Team Win Recovery Project (TWRP Recovery) may change as new versions are released.

Step 6 – You need to create a new file. You can do this by tapping on Advanced in TWRP and then clicking Terminal. Then just write the following command manually:

echo SYSTEMLESS=true>>/data/.supersu

Step 7 – Once finished, tap on the ‘Install’ button from the list, choose the ZIP file that you copied to your phone memory in Step 3.

Step 8 – Confirm installation on the next screen by swiping on the “Swipe to Confirm Flash” option. The installation procedure should start now as show below.

Step 9 – Once the installation is completed, you will be shown a similar screen like shown below.

Step 10 – You can now reboot your phone by selecting the “Reboot System” button.

That’s it. Your Moto G4 Play has now been rooted on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow with SuperSU package. Check for the SuperSU app in your apps list to verify.

To make sure you have correctly installed the above root method and it’s working, verify with Root Checker as given in the link.

If you run into any problems, feel free to drop us a comment below and we will reply you back ASAP with the fix or the solution to your problem.