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Since the Switch does not have a camera, this wikiHow will show you how to use a 3DS or another Nintendo system (like a Wii U) to scan Mii QR codes. You'll also need an amiibo figure for this process.

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Scanning the QR Code to An Amiibo

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  1. You can use any Nintendo console including the WiiU. If you have a New Nintendo 3DS, New Nintendo 3DS XL, or New Nintendo 2DS XL, you do not need a separate NFC Reader/Writer.
    • If you are using a different Nintendo than a New console, you'll set up the NFC Reader/Writer according to the manual.
  2. Your screen should be a touch screen that will allow you to press the menu options directly on the screen without the need for pressing buttons.
    • Mii Maker Nintendo will pop up when you select Mii . If you don't see this menu option, press the Home button that's below your display.
    • If you have a Nintendo 3DS, 3DS XL, or 2DS, you'll need to set up the NFC Reader/Writer. [1] If you're using the New Nintendo 3DS, the New 3DS XL, or the New 2DS, you won't need the scanner.
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  3. This is usually the last menu option.
  4. The camera on the front of the top wing of the 3DS will activate and you'll see the capture window on the top display.
  5. The camera will automatically pick up the code as it is in the frame. [2]
    • You'll see the Mii character shown in the display where the QR code scanner was.
  6. You'll see this option pop up on the bottom screen.
  7. You'll find this button centered below your bottom display and you'll be taken back to the Home menu.
  8. This should be in the top-left corner of your screen. [3]
  9. You might have to scroll down the menu to find this.
  10. You'll be prompted to set the amiibo you want to use as the Mii that you scanned via QR code on your scanner or screen (New Nintendo models).
  11. This will open a list of all the Mii characters you have saved.
  12. This is most likely the last Mii character in the list.
  13. You'll be able to erase and type in a new nickname if you want to.
  14. This will save your changes and you'll see a message on your screen when the changes have been saved successfully. [4]
    • You can turn off your 3DS.
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Using Switch to Scan the Amiibo

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  1. The power button is on the top of the unit.
  2. You'll see this icon on the Home screen of your Switch when you turn it on.
    • Unlike the 3DS and similar systems, the Switch is not a touch-screen, so you'll use the buttons on the left and right paddles to make your selections.
  3. You'll need to scroll down the list in the menu on the left side of the screen to find this menu option.
  4. This is usually the only option on the menu.
  5. This is usually the last item on the menu.
  6. If it doesn't read immediately, try repositioning the amiibo or clearing dust from under it.
    • You should see a "Copied Mii" message on your Switch before it loads your Mii list. [5]
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      1. Turn on your Nintendo 3DS.
      2. Select Mii .
      3. Select QR Code/Image Options and select Scan QR Code .
      4. Align the QR code so that it fits in the frame.
      5. Select Save and OK then press the HOME button.
      6. Select the wrench icon and select amiibo Settings .
      7. Place the amiibo on the scanner or your screen.
      8. Select Change next to the Owner and select the Mii you scanned from the QR code.
      9. Place the amiibo back on the scanner or your screen, wait for a "Changes successfully saved" message and turn off your 3DS.
      10. Turn on your Switch and select the Settings icon.
      11. Select Mii , Create/Edit a Mii , and Copy Mii from amiibo .
      12. Set the amiibo over the right joystick.

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