Go to Settings > Developer Options and enable OEM Unlocking and USB Debugging .

Install a terminal emulator or use ADB shell.

If you own a Motorola smartphone—be it a Moto G, Moto E, Moto Z, or an Edge series device—you may have encountered a frustrating roadblock while trying to modify system settings, flash firmware, or enable USB debugging. The error message or status reading "Motorola Tools Mode Config Disabled" can stop developers, repair technicians, and advanced users in their tracks.

Enable Developer Options on your Motorola phone. Go to Settings > About Phone > Tap "Build Number" 7 times.

adb reboot bootloader Obtain your unlock data:

If you are a casual user who simply wants to transfer files or enable standard USB debugging, you do not need Tools Mode. Only proceed with enabling it if you intend to flash custom ROMs, recover a hard-brick, or perform factory-level repairs. For everyone else, seeing "Disabled" is perfectly normal—and safe. Have you successfully enabled Tools Mode on your Motorola device? Share your experience and model number in the comments below to help fellow users.

Reboot. Check bootloader status.

fastboot oem unlock YOUR_UNIQUE_KEY After the device reboots and performs a factory reset, re-enter the bootloader. You should now see Tools Mode Config: Enabled . If your device is already bricked or won’t boot into Android to enable OEM Unlocking, the blankflash tool can sometimes force-enable Tools Mode.