If you are using Odin for Galaxy smartphones, then you might be pretty clear on the term CSC. Flashing the stock ROM on a Samsung Galaxy device requires a set of files. Out of these, the one thing that you are allowed to tamper with is the CSC. The Consumer Software Customization or CSC, plays an important role in the operation and functioning of a Samsung smartphone. And if you are in the mood of getting your hands dirty, you can actually change CSC code for your Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+. Today We will guide you on How to Change CSC on Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus. This Guide is simple and easy . Follow the steps exactly to Change CSC on Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+

How to Change CSC on Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+

Why change the CSC code?

Well yeah. That’s a good question. Certain reasons for which you might wish to change CSC code includes:

  • If you are moving to another country, you can change the CSC/product code to match your new location.
  • If you purchased a branded phone, you may wish to change the CSC/product code to an unbranded sales code.
  • If you’ve been with Android, you may want to change the CSC code to an unbranded one in order to upgrade to a newer version of Android.

Requirements

  • Samsung Galaxy S8 [SM-G950F/FD] and Galaxy S8+[SM-G955F/FD]
  • TWRP recovery
  • CSC Selection which can be downloaded from this link

Steps to Change CSC on Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+

  • Download the CSC selection zip (link provided above) and transfer it to your device.
  • Boot the Galaxy device to recovery mode.
  • In the TWRP menu, select Backup and backup every partition available.
  • Swipe right to initiate the backup process.
  • When the backup is complete, go back to the main TWRP menu and select Install.
  • Browse and select the CSC selection zip.
  • Swipe right to install.
  • When the process is finished, go back to the main menu and travel to Reboot > System.

How to restore CSC code?

During the CSC installation via TWRP recovery, a backup of the EFS partition is automatically created.

  • To restore your CSC code to what it was before boot into TWRP again.

  • Select Mount and make sure the EFS partition is mounted.

  • Go back to the main menu and open the Terminal under Advanced.

  • Enter the following code in terminal –

  • When the process is finished, go back to the main menu and go to Reboot > System.

Voila, you have restored your previous EFS! That’s it! You have successfully learned how to Change CSC on Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+