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Updated Dumping System Archives and the Shared Fonts from a 3DS Console (markdown)

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Note: although separate in the title, the shared fonts *are* part of the system archives now. The title was made when they were separate, and is kept unchanged to avoid breaking wiki links. By following the guide below you do get the shared fonts as well.
## How to dump System Archives
At this time, Citra can run many games without needing to do any special work on a physical 3DS. However, some games do require files dumped from a 3DS in order to function properly. This tutorial will teach you how to dump the system archives, which are critical for some games, such as Pokemon, to work. These files are copyrighted and are not allowed to be shared, so don't ask for them on the forum. If you do not own a 3DS to dump the files from, you are out of luck.
At this time, Citra can run many games without needing to do any special work on a physical 3DS. However, some games do require files dumped from a 3DS in order to function properly. This tutorial will teach you how to dump the system archives (alongside the config savegame), which are critical for some games, such as Pokemon, to work. These files are copyrighted and are not allowed to be shared, so don't ask for them on the forum. If you do not own a 3DS to dump the files from, you are out of luck. If you have already dumped the Config Savegame using these exact same steps, there is no need for you to repeat them, as it also dumped the System Archives and Shared Fonts.
### Required tools
- A 3DS with [Homebrew Launcher](https://3ds.guide/) access
- The 3dsutils homebrew app ([Click here](https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/242442830486700045/357712552999911424/3dsutils-master-f73f28f.3dsx) for a non-official version)*
- 3DS system with boot9strap and GodMode9 (version 1.7.1 or above) installed
- An SD card reader or a way to wirelessly transfer files between the 3DS console and a computer
**There is no official precompiled version of this app, but a non-official build is provided for convenience. Alternatively, you can [install devkitPro](http://wiki.gbatemp.net/wiki/3DS_Homebrew_Development#Install_devkitPro_w.2F_devkitARM) and [compile it](http://wiki.gbatemp.net/wiki/3DS_Homebrew_Development#Compiling_sources) yourself from the [3dsutils source code](https://github.com/citra-emu/3dsutils).*
### Instructions
1. Run 3dsutils via the homebrew launcher.
2. Press A when prompted to begin. The system archives will be dumped. Wait for the process to finish, then press A when prompted to be taken back to the homebrew launcher.
3. There will now be a `3dsutils` folder at the root of the 3DS's SD card. Inside that folder is a folder `nand`. Transfer the folder `nand` to the [[User Directory]]. The folder will merge with the existing `nand` folder contained therein. If prompted to overwrite any files, say yes.
1. Set up GodMode9 using SigHax / Boot9Strap. [Read its readme] on how to do this.
2. Put the SD card into the 3DS.
3. Boot into GodMode9.
4. Press the HOME button once you have entered GodMode9.
5. Choose "Scripts..." option and press (A)
6. Select "GM9Megascript" option.
7. Select "Dump Options"
8. Select "Dump CITRA Files"
9. Press (A) to accept the prompt to dump the files. (This might fail if you are using a custom font on your system.)
On success, you will see `Dump created successfully:` then the files' file directory `0:gm9/out/Citra/` after it.
10. Press (B) then select "Exit"
11. Hold down the R shoulder button and press start to power off the system.
12. Remove the sd card and insert it into your pc.
13. Navigate to `/gm9/out/Citra/user` on the sd card.
14. Find a file named `nand` from the previously stated directory. Copy this file to the computer into Citra's [[User Directory]] at and allow the computer to merge with/overwrite the existing `nand` folder of your user directory overwrite any existing file.
##### Diagram showing the correct location of the system archives and shared font in Citra's [[User Directory]].