Nintendo 3DS: Create backup

Make a backup on your Nintendo 3DS to save your settings and saves. How to keep your data when you delete a game from the console.

Create a backup of scores and settings on the 3DS

To create a backup with the Nintendo 3DS, you need at least firmware version 6. You can then back up your data at any time:

1. In the home menu, select the game you want to save and tap on it.
2. Move the triangle icon from the bottom left to the right.
3. If you then select the "Save-Data Backup" option, a backup for the game is created on the SD card.
4. Note: Unfortunately, backup is not possible for some games. In this case you cannot move the symbol to the right.

Nintendo 3DS: Create backup when deleting

Alternatively, you can save your game data before deleting a game.

1. Tap on the "System Settings" in the home menu and confirm the process with "Open".
2. Choose Data Management> Nintendo 3DS> Software one at a time.
3. Then select the game you want and tap the "Delete" button.
4. Use the "Create storage data backup and delete software" option to create a backup of your data on the SD card and then delete the app.

In the next practical tip, we will show you how to change the theme in the home menu on the Nintendo 3DS.