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In the drop-down menu above the partition checklist, you will see options like Format All + Download , Firmware Upgrade , and Download Only .
Uncheck the box if you are just fixing a software loop or soft-brick. Only flash the preloader if your device is completely dead and unresponsive. Step 4: Initiate the Flashing Process
A scatter file is a critical component for any MediaTek device. It is a plain text file ( .txt ) that contains a complete map of your phone's memory partition layout. It acts as a blueprint for SP Flash Tool—the primary software used to flash firmware on MediaTek devices—telling the tool exactly where to write each piece of data on the device's storage (eMMC).
Before proceeding, ensure you have downloaded and installed the following essential tools on your Windows PC:
Before flashing, always use the Read Back feature in the SP Flash Tool to create a full backup of your existing ROM.
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