3DS:Things to do

Finally got homebrew/custom firmware on your 3DS? Here is a short list of the most common things to do with it.

Just want to install software? See 3DS:Installing software.

Game mods, save editing, and cheats

We have pages for games listing various game mods, save editors, and cheats available for them. Some examples:

See a full list at Category:Nintendo 3DS games. Or use the search feature.

Change how your console looks and sounds.

HOME Menu customization:
- Custom themes
  - Creating custom themes
- Splash screens - show an image when your console turns on
- Advanced: Editing the HOME Menu

The 3DS can run emulators for various old consoles. The New 3DS is the best one to use for this.

Nintendo DS and Game Boy Advance games can also be run using the 3DS's native modes for them.

Back up your saves - keep your progress safe
Dump titles and game cartridges - make backups and install game cards as digital titles
Wireless streaming - for New 3DS
Game plugins
Move to another SD card
GodMode9 Usage
FTP - access files remotely
List of guides