It is important to note that, as of early 2026, . Development is ongoing, as evidenced by a developer's thread where they were "unable to locate the 'recovery.img' file in the firmware.zip" and sought help from the community to build TWRP. The situation is fluid, and once a stable build is available, here is the general process:

With your recovery installed, you are ready to flash the clean software.

On the G72, you typically need to enter the specific fastbootd mode (distinct from standard bootloader mode) using the command fastboot reboot fastboot to flash system partitions.

Return to the main menu and select > Apply from ADB .

, which traditionally receives less third-party developer support than Snapdragon-based devices. While the device offers a high-quality 120Hz pOLED display and solid hardware, users often seek custom ROMs to bypass Motorola’s limited update policy and occasional software lag. Current State of Development Currently, there are no official custom ROMs

Download the compatible custom recovery image ( .img ) for the Moto G72.

: Since the device supports Project Treble, you can flash GSIs such as Pixel Experience or LineageOS GSIs. However, users have reported issues with hardware features like the under-display fingerprint sensor not working on some GSI builds.

You will receive an unlock key via email. Run the following command using that key: fastboot oem unlock UNIQUE_KEY_FROM_EMAIL

For current G72 owners, the world of offers a practical and exciting way to experience a custom OS today. Looking ahead, with the MediaTek Helio G99 challenges being tackled by a growing community, the future for this impressive mid-range device is filled with possibility. The story of the Motorola G72 in the custom ROM scene is still being written, and it's only just getting started.

(Optional) If your chosen ROM does not include Google Apps, sideload a compatible GApps package (like NikGApps) immediately after the ROM without rebooting. Once the transfer hits 100%, select . Troubleshooting Common Issues

This report is based on the device’s hardware specifications, kernel structure, known development repositories, and community activity as of 2024-2025.