Converting (Citrus Executable Image) files to .3DS (Cartridge Image) format is a common task for users wanting to run specific 3DS dumps on emulators like Citra or use them with certain homebrew tools. While both formats are closely related—a .3DS file is essentially a container for multiple .CXI and .CFA partitions—you often need a specific converter to repackage them. 1. Conversion Using Makerom (Command Line)
Native hardware support, extremely reliable, no PC required.
: Open your command prompt or terminal in the folder where the tool and file are located, and use the following syntax: Cxi To 3ds Converter
Users with a hacked Nintendo 3DS. Reliability: 10/10.
A .3ds file usually includes:
Once the process is finished, check the file extension. You should now have a functional .3ds file. Common Issues and Troubleshooting
GodMode9 is a file manager for custom firmware. It can rebuild a CXI into a 3DS image. Converting (Citrus Executable Image) files to
This is a specialized format often found within decrypted Citra files. It typically represents a single application or game partition.