There are two ways to register friends: locally and via the Internet. In both cases, the steps must be executed on both systems for the friend registration to be completed.

Local registration

1. Select the friend list icon on the HOME Menu.

2. Tap Register Friend at the top of the screen.

3. Tap Local.

4. Tap on the desired friend card when it appears on-screen to initiate the connection.

5. Once the friend information is exchanged, tap Close to return to the HOME Menu.

Via the Internet

1. Select the friend list icon on the HOME Menu.

2. Tap Register Friend at the top of the screen.

3. Tap Internet.

4. Enter the friend code of the person you want to register, and tap OK.

5. If you are not yet registered on the other system, you'll have to enter a provisional name for your friend, and then tap OK.

6. When the person registers you in return, the status will change and you will become fully registered friends. That person's name and Mii will then be displayed.

7. Tap Close to return to the HOME Menu.

Note that you can find your own friend code at the bottom of your  friend card.

Please do not share your friend code with people you do not know.