3DS:Installing software: Difference between revisions

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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.

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):

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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.

== Using FBI ==

== Using FBI (installing .cia files)==

'''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.

== 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 ==

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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.
-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):
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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.
-== Using FBI ==
+== Using FBI (installing .cia files)==
 '''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.
+== 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 ==