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| {{shortcut|3DS:IS}} | | {{Warning|text=Installing copyrighted material is '''Piracy''', we do not support piracy in any way, shape, or form. Learn more about our stance on piracy [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Uqm1FlouzBu7ih3JxF3vlT28fYIFY6PDcmZrItms7-o here].}} |
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| This page details how installing software/homebrew works on the 3DS. | | This page details how installing software/homebrew works on the 3DS. |
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| == 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. |
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| * '''CIA''' (.cia) format software is usually installed with FBI and will end up on HOME Menu as a launchable title. Both homebrew and retail game dumps are available in the CIA format. | | *'''CIA''' (.cia) format software is usually installed with FBI 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) format software is installed by placing the 3DSX file in the "3ds" (NOT Nintendo 3DS) folder and can only be launched from Homebrew Launcher. All 3DSX format software is homebrew. | | *'''3DSX''' (.3dsx) format software is installed by placing the 3DSX file in the "3ds" (NOT Nintendo 3DS) folder and can only be launched from Homebrew Launcher. All 3DSX format software is homebrew. |
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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. |
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| 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 anywhere on the SD card visible to TWiLightMenu++. 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 anywhere on the SD card visible to TWiLightMenu++. This format of homebrew is also compatible with the DSi and with DS flashcarts. |
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| 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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| * '''3DS''' (.3ds) 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]. | | *'''3DS''' (.3ds) 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) is a generic executable format sometimes used for digital file dumps / preservation. | | * '''CXI''' (.cxi) is a generic executable format sometimes used for digital file dumps / preservation. |
| * '''APP''' (.app) 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. | | *'''APP''' (.app) 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. |
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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. |
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| Once the install has finished, reboot your console by pressing {{B|Start}} | | Once the install has finished, reboot your console by pressing {{B|Start}} |
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| | |-|Universal Updater= |
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| | <p>If you followed 3ds.hacks.guide to install custom firmware on your 3DS, you probably also have '''Universal Updater''', which can be used as a homebrew app store. To use it:</p> |
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| | <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>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>Check the queue (the button with the number in it) to see download progress</li> |
| | *CIA files will appear on your HOME Menu in a gift box after you exit Universal-Updater |
| | *3DSX files will become available in the Homebrew Launcher application |
| | *NDS files will need to be launched from [https://wiki.ds-homebrew.com/twilightmenu/installing-3ds.html TWiLightMenu++] |
| | <li>Once done, press {{B|Start}} to exit the application</li> |
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| To run a piece of homebrew in <code>.3dsx</code> format: | | To run a piece of homebrew in <code>.3dsx</code> format: |
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| # 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 |
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| ==Using Universal-Updater==
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| If you followed 3ds.hacks.guide to install custom firmware on your 3DS, you probably also have Universal-Updater, which can be used as a homebrew app store. To use it:
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| # Open the Universal-Updater application (the blue down arrow icon)
| | =="Installing" .nds files== |
| # Use the D-Pad to navigate between applications and the (A) button to select an application
| | You can find a guide to install .nds games to your home menu [https://wiki.ds-homebrew.com/ds-index/forwarders Here] |
| #* Use the "Search" or "Filter" function (the magnifying glass) to look for a specific application
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| # Under "Available Downloads", select either the CIA, 3DSX, or NDS file, then press (A) again to install the application
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| #* Check the queue (the button with the number in it) to see download progress
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| #* CIA files will appear on your HOME Menu in a gift box after you exit Universal-Updater
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| #* 3DSX files will become available in the Homebrew Launcher application
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| #* NDS files will need to be launched from [https://wiki.ds-homebrew.com/twilightmenu/installing-3ds.html TWiLightMenu++]
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| # Once done, press START to exit the application
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| [[Category:Nintendo 3DS guides]] | | [[Category:Nintendo 3DS guides]] |