{"id":8274,"date":"2025-01-26T12:43:55","date_gmt":"2025-01-26T04:43:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/?p=8274"},"modified":"2025-01-25T00:52:40","modified_gmt":"2025-01-24T16:52:40","slug":"how-to-add-custom-nds-overlays-to-arkos-on-the-r36s","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/how-to-add-custom-nds-overlays-to-arkos-on-the-r36s\/","title":{"rendered":"Jak doda\u0107 niestandardowe nak\u0142adki NDS do ArkOS na R36S"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Spis tre\u015bci<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Prze\u0142\u0105czanie spisu tre\u015bci\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/how-to-add-custom-nds-overlays-to-arkos-on-the-r36s\/#Enhance_Your_Gaming_Experience_Adding_Custom_NDS_Overlays_to_ArkOS_on_the_R36S\" title=\"Enhance Your Gaming Experience: Adding Custom NDS Overlays to ArkOS on the R36S\">Enhance Your Gaming Experience: Adding Custom NDS Overlays to ArkOS on the R36S<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/how-to-add-custom-nds-overlays-to-arkos-on-the-r36s\/#Understanding_the_Need_for_Custom_Overlays\" title=\"Understanding the Need for Custom Overlays\">Understanding the Need for Custom Overlays<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/how-to-add-custom-nds-overlays-to-arkos-on-the-r36s\/#What_You_Will_Need\" title=\"What You Will Need\">What You Will Need<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/how-to-add-custom-nds-overlays-to-arkos-on-the-r36s\/#Step-by-Step_Guide_to_Adding_Custom_NDS_Overlays\" title=\"Step-by-Step Guide to Adding Custom NDS Overlays\">Step-by-Step Guide to Adding Custom NDS Overlays<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/how-to-add-custom-nds-overlays-to-arkos-on-the-r36s\/#1_Downloading_Custom_Overlays\" title=\"1. Downloading Custom Overlays\">1. Downloading Custom Overlays<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/how-to-add-custom-nds-overlays-to-arkos-on-the-r36s\/#2_Extracting_Files\" title=\"2. Extracting Files\">2. Extracting Files<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/how-to-add-custom-nds-overlays-to-arkos-on-the-r36s\/#3_Transferring_Overlays_to_the_SD_Card\" title=\"3. Transferring Overlays to the SD Card\">3. Transferring Overlays to the SD Card<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/how-to-add-custom-nds-overlays-to-arkos-on-the-r36s\/#4_Eject_the_SD_Card\" title=\"4. Eject the SD Card\">4. Eject the SD Card<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/how-to-add-custom-nds-overlays-to-arkos-on-the-r36s\/#Switching_Between_Overlays\" title=\"Switching Between Overlays\">Switching Between Overlays<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/how-to-add-custom-nds-overlays-to-arkos-on-the-r36s\/#Adjusting_Screen_Settings\" title=\"Adjusting Screen Settings\">Adjusting Screen Settings<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/how-to-add-custom-nds-overlays-to-arkos-on-the-r36s\/#Reverting_to_Default_Overlays\" title=\"Reverting to Default Overlays\">Reverting to Default Overlays<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/how-to-add-custom-nds-overlays-to-arkos-on-the-r36s\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Wnioski\">Wnioski<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhance_Your_Gaming_Experience_Adding_Custom_NDS_Overlays_to_ArkOS_on_the_R36S\"><\/span>Enhance Your Gaming Experience: Adding Custom NDS Overlays to ArkOS on the R36S<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to elevate your gaming experience on the Nintendo DS emulator in ArkOS, especially on the R36S device, you&#8217;re in for a treat! The default overlays provided may not provide the ideal screen real estate, often leaving users with frustratingly small display options. Fortunately, adding custom overlays is a straightforward process that can vastly improve your gameplay experience. In this guide, we will walk you through the steps to successfully add and switch between custom NDS overlays, ensuring you get the most out of your retro gaming setup.<\/p>\n<div class=\"video-container\"><iframe title=\"Adding Custom NDS Overlays to ArkOS on the R36S - SjslTechTips\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rShvqCII7A0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_the_Need_for_Custom_Overlays\"><\/span>Understanding the Need for Custom Overlays<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Nintendo DS emulator used in ArkOS comes with default overlays that, while functional, don&#8217;t maximize screen space effectively. Many users find themselves playing with limited visibility due to these constraints. By implementing custom overlays, you can significantly enhance your visual experience, providing larger screens that make gameplay more enjoyable and immersive.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_You_Will_Need\"><\/span>What You Will Need<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>A Windows 10 PC for downloading files.<\/li>\n<li>The ArkOS SD card is inserted into your computer.<\/li>\n<li>Access to GitHub for downloading custom overlays.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-Step_Guide_to_Adding_Custom_NDS_Overlays\"><\/span>Step-by-Step Guide to Adding Custom NDS Overlays<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Downloading_Custom_Overlays\"><\/span>1. Downloading Custom Overlays<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>First, you need to find reliable custom overlays. We recommend starting with Castlevania and Pok\u00e9mon CPU overlays as they offer the best screen real estate:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Open your web browser and search for \u201cROS NDS overlay\u201d on Google.<\/li>\n<li>Click on the GitHub link from the top results.<\/li>\n<li>Scroll down to locate the custom overlays section.<\/li>\n<li>Download the recommended overlays by clicking on their respective names.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Extracting_Files\"><\/span>2. Extracting Files<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Once the downloads are complete:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Navigate to your Downloads folder.<\/li>\n<li>Extract both downloaded overlay files using extraction software (e.g., WinRAR or 7-Zip).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Transferring_Overlays_to_the_SD_Card\"><\/span>3. Transferring Overlays to the SD Card<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Next, you\u2019ll need to transfer these overlays to your ArkOS SD card:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Insert your ArkOS SD card into your computer.<\/li>\n<li>Open the SD card directory and navigate to <strong>easy ROMs &gt; Nintendo DS &gt; backgrounds<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Copy the extracted overlay files into the <strong>backgrounds<\/strong> folder.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Eject_the_SD_Card\"><\/span>4. Eject the SD Card<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>After transferring, safely eject your SD card and reinsert it back into your R36S device.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Switching_Between_Overlays\"><\/span>Switching Between Overlays<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Now that you&#8217;ve successfully added the new overlays, it\u2019s time to see them in action:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Launch the Nintendo DS emulator on your R36S.<\/li>\n<li>Select the desired game from your library.<\/li>\n<li>To switch overlays, press <strong>R2<\/strong>, which allows you to toggle between your newly installed overlays.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Adjusting_Screen_Settings\"><\/span>Adjusting Screen Settings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>For optimal viewing, you might want to adjust your screen settings within the emulator:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Press the left thumbstick to open the emulator menu.<\/li>\n<li>Navigate to <strong>Options &gt; Video Options<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Find the <strong>Screen Swap<\/strong> option and select your preferred layout.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t forget to save your changes before exiting!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reverting_to_Default_Overlays\"><\/span>Reverting to Default Overlays<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If at any point you wish to revert to the original overlays:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Simply eject your SD card again and connect it to your computer.<\/li>\n<li>Delete the newly added overlay files from the <strong>backgrounds<\/strong> folder.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Wnioski<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Adding custom NDS overlays to ArkOS on the R36S enhances your gaming experience by providing better screen visibility and usability. Following the simple steps outlined above, you can easily customize your setup to suit your preferences. Whether you\u2019re reliving classic adventures or discovering new ones, these overlays ensure your games look as good as they play. For further questions or feedback, feel free to leave a comment below!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Explore More:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re interested in optimizing your gaming setup further, check out our other guides on performance tweaks and emulator settings!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Zwi\u0119ksz swoje wra\u017cenia z gry: Dodawanie niestandardowych nak\u0142adek NDS do ArkOS na R36S Je\u015bli chcesz poprawi\u0107 swoje wra\u017cenia z gry na emulatorze Nintendo DS w ArkOS, zw\u0142aszcza na urz\u0105dzeniu R36S, czeka Ci\u0119 nie lada gratka! Domy\u015blne nak\u0142adki mog\u0105 nie zapewnia\u0107 idealnej powierzchni ekranu, cz\u0119sto pozostawiaj\u0105c u\u017cytkownik\u00f3w z frustruj\u0105co [...]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":8273,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-8274","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-learn"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/R36S-game-console-71.webp","jetpack-related-posts":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8274","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8274"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8274\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8278,"href":"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8274\/revisions\/8278"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8273"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8274"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8274"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/r36shandheld.store\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8274"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}