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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. | ||
==3DS software formats== | ==3DS software formats (CIA, 3DSX, etc.) == | ||
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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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''' <code>.nds</code> format software, which can only be used with [https://wiki.ds-homebrew.com/twilightmenu/installing-3ds | 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]. | ||
{{Warning|text=The 3DS HOME Menu has a limit of 300 3DS titles and 40 DSiWare titles | {{Warning|text=The 3DS HOME Menu has a limit of 300 3DS titles and 40 DSiWare titles. The '''3DS''' title limit can be bypassed with [[3DS:3DSBank|3DSBank]]. The '''DSiWare''' limit itself cannot be bypassed, but if you are primarily installing <code>.nds</code> forwarders, you can use [https://github.com/YANBForwarder/YANBF YANBF] to make use of the 3DS title limit.|}} | ||
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. | ||
There | ==Installing .cia files== | ||
There are 3 applications that are typically used to install 3DS software and homebrew: | |||
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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: | ||
#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 in the list of homebrew that appears 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 | ||
==Reinstalling software from the eShop== | |||
See [https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/607/~/how-to-download-or-redownload-content-in-nintendo-3ds-eshop this] page to redownload content from the 3DS eShop. | |||
==Uninstalling software== | ==Uninstalling software== |
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