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How to Create a Mii on Nintendo 3DS Family Systems

Nintendo 3DS

In this article, you'll learn how to create a Mii character.

Complete these steps

  1. From the HOME Menu, select the Mii Maker icon and tap Open.
  1. Is this your first time setting up a Mii on the Nintendo 3DS?
    1. After Mii Maker loads, you will be directed to set up a personal Mii. Tap Next to continue.
    2. Tap OK.
    3. Select Start from Scratch or Create from Photo.
      • Select the option Start from Scratch if you'd like to build your Mii from the ground up. Select Create from Photo if you'd like to take a photo of yourself to fill in some of the Mii character's features.
    Which option did you choose?
    1. Once Mii Maker launches, select Create New Mii.
    2. Select Start from Scratch or Create from Photo.
      • Select the option Start from Scratch if you'd like to build your Mii from the ground up. Select Create from Photo if you'd like to take a photo of yourself to fill in some of the Mii character's features.
    Which option did you choose?
    1. Select either Male or Female.
    2. Adjust your Mii character using the options along the left. Once you are happy with the results, select Next.
      • If you'd like to take a picture to fill out some of the features, click the camera icon located on the upper right of the screen.
    3. Select a nickname for your Mii. You will not be able to proceed without selecting a nickname. Please do not choose any inappropriate words or phrases.
    4. Choose to either enable or disable sharing of your Mii after reading the information on the upper screen. You can find further information on sharing in the system's Operations Manual.
    5. You have now created your personal Mii. You cannot delete your personal Mii, but you can edit it at any time.
    1. Tap OK.
    2. Select either Male or Female.
    3. Select a skin tone and tap OK.
    4. Select an eye color and tap OK.
    5. Select a hair color and tap OK.
    6. Tap OK to select a hair style.
    7. Select a hair style. You can change the hair color using the option on the right. When you are done, tap OK.
    8. Read the on-screen information about how to get the best results when taking a photo and then tap OK.
    9. Ensure your face is within the square and then press the A Button to take the picture. You can also switch to the outer-facing camera by tapping Switch.
    10. Once you have taken a picture, you can select the best face to use for your Mii. If you are not satisfied with the picture, please select Retake. Once you are happy with the results, select Next.
    11. You can now adjust your Mii character however you like using the options along the left. Once you are happy with the results, select Next.
    12. Select a nickname for your Mii. You will not be able to proceed without selecting a nickname. Please do not choose any inappropriate words or phrases.
    13. Choose to either enable or disable sharing of your Mii after reading the information on the upper screen. You can find further information on sharing in the system's Operations Manual.
    14. You have now created your personal Mii. You cannot delete your personal Mii, but you can edit it at any time.
    1. Select either Male or Female.
    2. Adjust your Mii character using the options along the left. Once you are happy with the results, select Next.
      • If you'd like to take a picture to fill out some of the features, click the camera icon located on the upper-right of the screen.
    3. Select a nickname for your Mii. You will not be able to proceed without selecting a nickname. Please do not choose any inappropriate words or phrases.
    4. Choose to either enable or disable sharing of your Mii after reading the information on the upper screen. You can find further information on sharing in the system's Operations Manual.
    1. Tap OK.
    2. Select either Male or Female.
    3. Select a skin tone and tap OK.
    4. Select an eye color and tap OK.
    5. Select a hair color and tap OK.
    6. Tap OK to select a hair style.
    7. Select a hair style. You can change the hair color using the option on the right. When you are done, tap OK.
    8. Read the on-screen information about how to get the best results when taking a photo and then tap OK.
    9. Ensure your face is within the square and then press the A Button to take the picture. You can also switch to the outer-facing camera by tapping Switch.
    10. Once you have taken a picture, you can select the best face to use for your Mii. If you are not satisfied with the picture, please select Retake. Once you are happy with the results, select Next.
    11. You can now adjust your Mii character however you like using the options along the left. Once you are happy with the results, select Next.
    12. Select a nickname for your Mii. You will not be able to proceed without selecting a nickname. Please do not choose any inappropriate words or phrases.
    13. Choose to either enable or disable sharing of your Mii after reading the information on the upper screen. You can find further information on sharing in the system's Operations Manual.

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