Thinking about customizing your Honor X6b beyond what’s possible out of the box? Enabling Developer Mode and OEM Unlock is your first step into the world of advanced Android tweaks, rooting, custom ROMs, and more. Whether you're a developer or just a curious tech enthusiast, this guide will help you unlock these hidden features safely and easily.
Overview of the Honor X6b
The Honor X6b is a solid mid-range smartphone that offers great value for its price. It runs on Magic UI based on Android, which means it has most Android features, but sometimes with Huawei/Honor’s unique tweaks. Enabling Developer Options opens the door to performance tweaks, USB debugging, and prep for bootloader unlocking — essential for rooting or flashing custom software.
Important Warnings Before You Start
Before we go further, here are a few things you need to know:
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Warranty: Unlocking the bootloader may void your warranty.
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Security: Developer options and OEM unlock expose deeper system settings — be cautious.
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Data Loss: Unlocking the bootloader usually wipes your device. Back up your data first.
What is Developer Mode?
Developer Mode unlocks advanced features in your phone’s system, such as:
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USB Debugging (for ADB and Fastboot commands)
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Animation scale adjustments (to speed up the UI)
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App monitoring tools
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And more tools, mainly meant for app developers
What is OEM Unlocking?
OEM Unlocking is a toggle that allows your device's bootloader to be unlocked. Without this enabled, your phone will block bootloader unlock commands, which are essential for rooting and flashing custom firmware.
How to Enable Developer Mode on Honor X6b
Let’s dive into the actual steps:
Step 1: Go to Settings
Unlock your Honor X6b and open the Settings app.
Step 2: Tap on About Phone
Scroll all the way down and tap on About Phone.
Step 3: Tap Build Number 7 Times
Look for the Build Number and tap it seven times rapidly. You’ll see a message like “You are now a developer!”
Step 4: Enter Lock Screen Password (if asked)
If you have a password or pattern set, enter it to confirm.
You’ve now enabled Developer Mode!
Confirming Developer Mode is Enabled
Go back to Settings, then tap System & Updates. Scroll and you should now see Developer Options listed. Tap it to enter the advanced settings.
How to Enable OEM Unlock on Honor X6b
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Open Settings > System & Updates > Developer Options.
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Scroll down to find OEM Unlocking.
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Toggle it ON.
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Confirm the warning that pops up.
⚠️ Note: If the OEM Unlock option is missing or greyed out, your device might need an internet connection, or it might be carrier-locked or restricted by Honor/Huawei’s bootloader policies. Some regions don’t allow bootloader unlocking anymore officially.
Preparing for Bootloader Unlock
Once OEM Unlock is enabled, here's what you should do before proceeding:
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Install USB Drivers: Install HiSuite or official Honor USB drivers on your PC.
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Enable USB Debugging (also inside Developer Options).
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Apply for Bootloader Unlock Code (if required — many Honor devices stopped issuing these after 2018, so this may not be available for all regions).
What Happens After OEM Unlock?
Once you proceed to unlock the bootloader:
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Your device will be factory reset — all data wiped.
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You’ll lose access to some security features, like verified boot.
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OTA updates may stop working on rooted or modified devices.
You can now install Magisk for rooting or custom ROMs like LineageOS, if compatible.
Common Problems and Solutions
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OEM Unlock Not Showing?
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Connect to Wi-Fi and restart.
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Make sure your SIM is inserted and the phone is activated.
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Developer Options Disappeared?
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If you clear settings or reset the device, Developer Options will be hidden again — just repeat the process to re-enable.
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How to Disable Developer Mode
Don’t want Developer Mode anymore?
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Go to Settings > Apps > Settings > Storage.
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Tap Clear Data — this resets your settings (but not personal data).
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Developer Options will disappear.
You can also just leave it on and avoid changing anything inside.
Tips for Safe Use of Developer Options
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Avoid toggling unknown settings, especially anything related to networking, hardware acceleration, or debugging without a purpose.
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Only use USB debugging when connected to a trusted computer.
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Use animation scale tweaks to speed up your phone (0.5x is a favorite trick).
Conclusion
Unlocking Developer Mode and enabling OEM Unlock on your Honor X6b can transform your Android experience. It gives you the freedom to explore new customization options, but it also comes with responsibilities. As long as you follow the steps carefully and understand the risks, you’re good to go.
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