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No format is inherently better than the other; it just depends on how you want to launch your software. If you'd prefer your application on HOME Menu, CIA format is the way to go. Otherwise, 3DSX is probably better. | No format is inherently better than the other; it just depends on how you want to launch your software. If you'd prefer your application on HOME Menu, CIA format is the way to go. Otherwise, 3DSX is probably better. | ||
There is also '''NDS''' format software, which can only be used with TWiLightMenu++/nds-bootstrap and can be installed by placing the NDS file in a place that TWiLightMenu++ is able to find (e.g. <code>/rom/nds</code>). This format of homebrew is also compatible with the DSi and with DS flashcarts. | There is also '''NDS''' (.nds) format software, which can only be used with TWiLightMenu++/nds-bootstrap and can be installed by placing the NDS file in a place that TWiLightMenu++ is able to find (e.g. <code>/rom/nds</code>). This format of homebrew is also compatible with the DSi and with DS flashcarts. | ||
Some other file formats you might encounter (but not as often): | Some other file formats you might encounter (but not as often): | ||
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In summary, if you want to install software on your 3DS, you should be looking for '''CIA''' or '''3DSX''' format applications — and sometimes '''NDS''' files. | In summary, if you want to install software on your 3DS, you should be looking for '''CIA''' or '''3DSX''' format applications — and sometimes '''NDS''' files. | ||
== Using FBI == | == Using FBI (installing .cia files)== | ||
'''FBI''' is an application that can install CIA files. To use it: | '''FBI''' is an application that can install CIA files. To use it: | ||
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Once the install has finished, close FBI and the application should appear as a gift box to open on your HOME Menu. | Once the install has finished, close FBI and the application should appear as a gift box to open on your HOME Menu. | ||
== Running .3dsx files == | |||
To run a piece of homebrew in <code>.3dsx</code> format: | |||
# Place your <code>.3dsx</code> file in the <code>3ds</code> folder (NOT <code>Nintendo 3DS</code>) on your SD card | |||
#* Some pieces of homebrew may require additional support files. You may have to consult the README / documentation of that software if this is the case | |||
# The homebrew should now appear when you open the Homebrew Launcher (the blue "h" icon) on your HOME Menu | |||
#* Navigate between homebrew applications / folders using the D-Pad and press the {{B|A}} button to launch it | |||
== Using Universal-Updater == | == Using Universal-Updater == | ||