diff --git a/_pages/en_US/checking-for-cfw.txt b/_pages/en_US/checking-for-cfw.txt
index 6b59cb1b97..af1ba093e9 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/checking-for-cfw.txt
+++ b/_pages/en_US/checking-for-cfw.txt
@@ -21,6 +21,7 @@ If your console has a menuhax based CFW setup, you should [clear Home Menu's ext
1. You should now see a configuration menu of some sort
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+### What to do next
If your console boots to the normal home menu, return to [Get Started](get-started)
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/get-started.txt b/_pages/en_US/get-started.txt
index 4898889c5f..e7069e318c 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/get-started.txt
+++ b/_pages/en_US/get-started.txt
@@ -4,62 +4,63 @@ title: "Get Started"
{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
-### Required Reading
+Before starting this guide, we will see if custom firmware is already installed and check the current system version of your device.
-If you have hacked your 3DS in the past, or you purchased your 3DS second-hand, it is possible that your console already has custom firmware. You should [check for CFW](checking-for-cfw) before proceeding.
+#### Section I - CFW Check
+
+1. Power off your device
+1. Hold the (Select) button
+1. Power on your device while still holding the (Select) button
+1. If you do not see an unusual menu (e.g. "Luma3DS Configuration"), you may proceed to the next section
+
+If you see an unusual menu, STOP - you already have custom firmware! Continue from [here](checking-for-cfw#what-to-do-next).
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-Select the appropriate page for your version from the chart below. Note that the "from" and "to" fields are inclusive.
+#### Section II - System Version Check
-Your device version can be found at the bottom right of the top screen of the System Settings.
+1. Open the System Settings application
+1. Your system version will be displayed on the bottom right of the top screen (e.g. "Ver. 11.15.0-47U")
-![]({{ "/images/screenshots/system-version.png" | absolute_url }})
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+#### Section III - Select a Method
-Before starting, you may want to check your SD card for errors using [H2testw (Windows)](h2testw-(windows)), [F3 (Linux)](f3-(linux)), or [F3XSwift (Mac)](f3xswift-(mac))!
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-
-While we believe that custom firmware is safe for online use, there have been online network bans in the past, primarily for cheating and suspicious eShop behavior.
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-
-### Version Table
-
-The letter and number after the system version (for example, 11.15.0-**47U**) is not relevant in this version table.
+Use the version table below to select a method. A few things to note:
+ + The version table below is *inclusive*. For example, "from 11.4.0 to 11.14.0" includes 11.4.0, 11.14.0, and all versions in between.
+ + Software versions do not work the same as decimals. Versions 11.10.0 and above are newer than 11.3.0, and are therefore not compatible with Soundhax.
+ + The number and letter after the system version are not important.
-
-
+
- From |
- To |
- Action |
+ System Version |
+ What to do |
- 11.15.0 (latest version) |
+ 11.15.0 (latest version) |
Seedminer |
- 11.4.0 |
- 11.14.0 |
+ 11.4.0 to 11.14.0 |
Update your 3DS to the latest version through System Settings |
- 1.0.0 |
- 11.3.0 |
+ 1.0.0 to 11.3.0 |
Installing boot9strap (Soundhax) |
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+#### Alternate Methods
-A number of methods that work on all versions are available, but require additional hardware. If possible, you should follow one of the software methods listed above instead.
+If possible, you should follow one of the software methods listed above.
+
+Otherwise, methods that work on all versions are available, but require additional hardware:
1. [Installing boot9strap (kartdlphax)](installing-boot9strap-(kartdlphax)) - requires a 3DS with custom firmware and a copy of Mario Kart 7
1. [ntrboot](ntrboot) - requires compatible DS flashcart
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/home.txt b/_pages/en_US/home.txt
index 4a37eb6df7..0a00e6d70f 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/home.txt
+++ b/_pages/en_US/home.txt
@@ -10,10 +10,7 @@ excerpt: "A complete guide to 3DS custom firmware,
from stock to boot9str
---
Thoroughly read all of the introductory pages (including this one!) before proceeding.
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-
-The latest system software version is currently 11.15.0-47. If you have installed CFW in the past, it is highly recommended to follow [Checking for CFW](checking-for-cfw) to make sure your custom firmware is up-to-date.
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+{: .notice--info}
## What is custom firmware?
@@ -21,6 +18,7 @@ The latest system software version is currently 11.15.0-47. If you have installe
Popular uses for custom firmware include:
+* Running homebrew software and games made for or ported to the Nintendo 3DS
* Bypassing the region lock, allowing you to play games from other regions
* Home menu customization, using community-created [themes and badges](https://themeplaza.art)
* Modification of games ("ROM hacks") through [LayeredFS](https://github.com/knight-ryu12/godmode9-layeredfs-usage/wiki/Using-Luma3DS'-layeredfs-(Only-version-8.0-and-higher))
@@ -30,16 +28,22 @@ Popular uses for custom firmware include:
## What does this guide install?
-This guide will install **boot9strap + Luma3DS custom firmware** on **unmodified/stock** 3DS/2DS devices. If you have installed custom firmware in the past, you should follow [these instructions](checking-for-cfw) to find the correct upgrade path for your console. A modern, boot9strap/Luma3DS-based setup is preferred over older setups (arm9loaderhax, menuhax) because it is more stable for modern homebrew and continues to be supported by the community.
+This guide will:
+ + Install **boot9strap** and **Luma3DS custom firmware** on unmodified retail 3DS/2DS devices
+ + Luma3DS will automatically remove the region lock and allow you to run unsigned software
+ + Install various pieces of homebrew software, such as a package installer, save file manager, and a homebrew app store
+ + Make critical system file backups that can help avoid bricks (and recover data in the event of one)
## What do I need to know before starting?
* While the risks of bricking have been minimized over the years, **we are not responsible for anything that goes wrong with your device**. Incorrect file placement will not brick your device, but reckless behavior might.
-* This guide will work on every retail device in the Nintendo 3DS family of consoles (including the New 3DS series and the 2DS), regardless of region or firmware.
+* This guide is compatible with every retail device in the Nintendo 3DS family of consoles (including the New 3DS series and the 2DS), regardless of region or firmware.
* Following this guide alone should not result in data loss, but SD card corruption is always a possibility. You should make a backup of your SD card contents if you have important data.
* You will need a working SD card in your 3DS, as well as the ability to write files to the SD card. The 3DS can read SD cards formatted as MBR/FAT32.
+ + You may want to check your SD card for errors using [H2testw (Windows)](h2testw-(windows)), [F3 (Linux)](f3-(linux)), or [F3XSwift (Mac)](f3xswift-(mac)).
+* While we believe that custom firmware is safe for online use, there have been online network bans in the past, primarily for cheating and suspicious eShop behavior.
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-### Continue to [Get Started](get-started)
+## Continue to [Get Started](get-started)
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