59
edits
some changes to wording, syntax changes as well, and added redirect to FBI/GodMode9 in CIA section
Panencakes (talk | contribs) (changed installed/run to launched, removed installing .nds section and moved the text to the top, also made Twilightmenu clickable that links to twilightmenu install guide) |
Panencakes (talk | contribs) (some changes to wording, syntax changes as well, and added redirect to FBI/GodMode9 in CIA section) |
||
| Line 4: | Line 4: | ||
==3DS software formats== | ==3DS software formats== | ||
Software on the 3DS comes in two main formats: CIA and 3DSX. | Software on the 3DS comes in two main formats: '''CIA''' and '''3DSX'''. | ||
*'''CIA''' | *'''CIA''' <code>.cia</code> format software is usually installed with [[3DS:FBI|FBI]]/[[3DS:GodMode9|GodMode9]] and will end up on HOME Menu as a launchable title. Both homebrew and retail game dumps are available in the '''CIA''' format. | ||
*'''3DSX''' | *'''3DSX''' <code>.3dsx</code> format software is installed by placing the 3DSX file in the <code>3ds</code> folder (NOT Nintendo 3DS) and can only be launched from Homebrew Launcher. All '''3DSX''' format software is homebrew. | ||
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''' | There is also '''NDS''' <code>.nds</code> format software, which can only be used with [https://wiki.ds-homebrew.com/twilightmenu/installing-3ds| TWiLightMenu++]/nds-bootstrap and can be launched by placing the <code>.nds</code> file anywhere on the SD card visible to TWiLightMenu++. This format of homebrew is also compatible with the DSi and with DS flashcarts. Alternatively, you can create a forwarder that points to the <code>.nds</code> file on your SD card, which will show up on your HOME Menu. For instructions, see [https://wiki.ds-homebrew.com/ds-index/forwarders here]. | ||
Some other file formats you might encounter (but not as often): | Some other file formats you might encounter (but not as often): | ||
*'''3DS''' | *'''3DS''' <code>.3ds</code> is used for cartridge dumps, which you can make/install using [[3DS:Dump titles and game cartridges|GodMode9]]. This file format is also often used with [https://citra-emu.org/wiki/dumping-game-cartridges/ Citra]. | ||
*'''CXI''' | *'''CXI''' <code>.cxi</code> is a generic executable format sometimes used for digital file dumps / preservation. | ||
*'''APP''' | *'''APP''' <code>.app</code> is the packed application format that you will see in the <code>Nintendo 3DS</code> folder. You won't be able to directly manipulate these very easily. | ||
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. | ||
There is 3 software that can be used to install 3DS software: | There is 3 software that can be used to install 3DS software and homebrew: | ||
<tabber> | <tabber> | ||
| Line 27: | Line 27: | ||
<span> | <span> | ||
'''FBI''' is an application that can install CIA files. To use it: | '''FBI''' is an application that can install '''CIA''' files. To use it: | ||
<ol> | <ol> | ||
<li>Place your <code>.cia</code> file anywhere on your SD card. (You may want to create a | <li>Place your <code>.cia</code> file anywhere on your SD card. (You may want to create a <code>cias</code> folder for organizational purposes.)</li> | ||
<li>Open the FBI application (if you followed 3ds.hacks.guide, it will be on your HOME Menu)</li> | <li>Open the FBI application (if you followed 3ds.hacks.guide, it will be on your HOME Menu)</li> | ||
<li>Navigate to SD Card -> (wherever you put the .cia file)</li> | <li>Navigate to SD Card -> (wherever you put the <code>.cia</code> file)</li> | ||
<li>Navigate to <code>Install and delete CIA</code> | <li>Navigate to <code>Install and delete CIA</code> | ||
<ul><li>The CIA file itself does not need to be kept after it is installed, hence " | <ul><li>The '''CIA''' file itself does not need to be kept after it is installed, hence "Install and delete"</li></ul> | ||
</li> | </li> | ||
<li>Wait for the CIA to install</li> | <li>Wait for the '''CIA''' to install</li> | ||
</ol> | </ol> | ||
| Line 45: | Line 45: | ||
<span> | <span> | ||
<p>'''GodMode9''' is an application that can install CIA files. To use it:</p> | <p>'''GodMode9''' is an application that can install '''CIA''' files. To use it:</p> | ||
<ol> | <ol> | ||
<li>Place your <code>.cia</code> file anywhere on your SD card. (You may want to create a | <li>Place your <code>.cia</code> file anywhere on your SD card. (You may want to create a <code>cias</code> folder for organizational purposes.)</li> | ||
<li>Power on your 3DS while holding {{B|Start}}</li> | <li>Power on your 3DS while holding {{B|Start}}</li> | ||
<li>Navigate to <code>[0:] SDCARD</code> and press {{B|A}}</li> | <li>Navigate to <code>[0:] SDCARD</code> and press {{B|A}}</li> | ||
| Line 69: | Line 69: | ||
<ol> | <ol> | ||
<li>Open the Universal | <li>Open the Universal Updater application (the blue down arrow icon)</li> | ||
<li>Use the <code>D-Pad</code> to navigate between applications and the {{B|A}} button to select an application</li> | <li>Use the <code>D-Pad</code> to navigate between applications and the {{B|A}} button to select an application</li> | ||
<li>Use the <code>Search</code> or <code>Filter</code> function (the magnifying glass) to look for a specific application</li> | <li>Use the <code>Search</code> or <code>Filter</code> function (the magnifying glass) to look for a specific application</li> | ||
<li>Under <code>Available Downloads</code>, select either the .cia, .3dsx, or .nds file, then press {{B|A}} again to install the application</li> | <li>Under <code>Available Downloads</code>, select either the <code>.cia</code>, <code>.3dsx</code>, or <code>.nds</code> file, then press {{B|A}} again to install the application</li> | ||
<li>Check the queue (the button with the number in it) to see download progress | <li>Check the queue (the button with the number in it) to see download progress | ||
<ul> | <ul> | ||
<li>CIA files will appear on your HOME Menu in a gift box after you exit Universal-Updater</li> | <li>'''CIA''' files will appear on your HOME Menu in a gift box after you exit Universal-Updater</li> | ||
<li>3DSX files will become available in the Homebrew Launcher application</li> | <li>'''3DSX''' files will become available in the Homebrew Launcher application</li> | ||
<li>NDS files will need to be launched from [https://wiki.ds-homebrew.com/twilightmenu/installing-3ds.html TWiLightMenu++]</li> | <li>'''NDS''' files will need to be launched from [https://wiki.ds-homebrew.com/twilightmenu/installing-3ds.html TWiLightMenu++]</li> | ||
</ol> | </ol> | ||
Once the install has finished, press {{B|Start}} to exit the application, if you installed a CIA file and it doesn't immediately appear, you may have to power your console off and on to get it to appear. | Once the install has finished, press {{B|Start}} to exit the application, if you installed a '''CIA''' file and it doesn't immediately appear, you may have to power your console off and on to get it to appear. | ||
</span> | </span> | ||
| Line 88: | Line 88: | ||
To run a piece of homebrew in <code>.3dsx</code> format: | 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 | #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 | #*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 | #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 | #*Navigate between homebrew applications / folders using the D-Pad and press the {{B|A}} button to launch it | ||
==Uninstalling software== | ==Uninstalling software== | ||