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Flagrama: /* Activate parallel RDP And RSP */ capitalization

2024-08-07T14:45:53Z

Activate parallel RDP And RSP: capitalization

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	If your ParaLLEl or Mupen64Plus-Next core was downloaded before June of 2020, please make sure it is up-to-date now by going to {{kbd\|Main Menu\|Online Updater\|Update Installed Cores}} to update your cores.		If your ParaLLEl or Mupen64Plus-Next core was downloaded before June of 2020, please make sure it is up-to-date now by going to {{kbd\|Main Menu\|Online Updater\|Update Installed Cores}} to update your cores.

	Now load a ROM with the either core. Open the <samp>Quick Menu</samp> by pressing <kbd>F1</kbd> or whatever hotkey you have bound to open the menu in RetroArch. Select {{kbd\|Options}} and scroll down to <samp>GFX Plugin</samp> and set it to {{kbd\|parallel}} if you are using the Parallel core, or scroll down to <samp>RDP Plugin</samp> and set it to {{Kbd\|ParaLLEl RDP}} if you are using ~~mupen64plus~~-Next. Scroll down to <samp>RSP plugin</samp> and also set it to {{kbd\|parallel}}. While you are here you will probably also want to set <samp>(ParaLLEl-RDP) Upscaling factor (restart)</samp> to {{kbd\|2x}}. If you experience performance issues, be sure to try setting this back to 1x first to see if it improves.		Now load a ROM with the either core. Open the <samp>Quick Menu</samp> by pressing <kbd>F1</kbd> or whatever hotkey you have bound to open the menu in RetroArch. Select {{kbd\|Options}} and scroll down to <samp>GFX Plugin</samp> and set it to {{kbd\|parallel}} if you are using the Parallel core, or scroll down to <samp>RDP Plugin</samp> and set it to {{Kbd\|ParaLLEl RDP}} if you are using Mupen64Plus-Next. Scroll down to <samp>RSP plugin</samp> and also set it to {{kbd\|parallel}}. While you are here you will probably also want to set <samp>(ParaLLEl-RDP) Upscaling factor (restart)</samp> to {{kbd\|2x}}. If you experience performance issues, be sure to try setting this back to 1x first to see if it improves.

	== Texture Packs ==		== Texture Packs ==

Flagrama: /* Activate parallel RDP And RSP */ options are named differently in parallel and m64p-Next

2024-08-07T14:44:24Z

Activate parallel RDP And RSP: options are named differently in parallel and m64p-Next

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	Before RetroArch finishes installing it should pop up the DirectX installer. Click {{kbd\|Next >}} until you get to the screen offering to install the Bing Bar<sup>4</sup>. You should uncheck {{kbd\|Install the Bing Bar}} before clicking {{kbd\|Next >}}. Once you finish the DirectX installation the RetroArch installation will finish as well.		Before RetroArch finishes installing it should pop up the DirectX installer. Click {{kbd\|Next >}} until you get to the screen offering to install the Bing Bar<sup>4</sup>. You should uncheck {{kbd\|Install the Bing Bar}} before clicking {{kbd\|Next >}}. Once you finish the DirectX installation the RetroArch installation will finish as well.
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	File:RetroArch-Windows-DirectXWarning.jpeg\|1. The DirectX not installed warning.		File:RetroArch-Windows-DirectXWarning.jpeg\|1. The DirectX not installed warning.
	File:RetroArch-Windows-InstallLocation.jpeg\|2. The location you install to should be similar to the one displayed here. Copy the value displayed above if it doesn't.		File:RetroArch-Windows-InstallLocation.jpeg\|2. The location you install to should be similar to the one displayed here. Copy the value displayed above if it doesn't.
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	Go to the [http://www.RetroArch.com/index.php?page=platforms RetroArch downloads page] and download the '''Apple macOS / OSX Intel''' build. This will work with High Sierra and above (including Mojave and Catalina). Don't download the '''Apple macOS High Sierra (and later) with Metal2''' build as the ParaLLeL Core will not work. This may change in the future.		Go to the [http://www.RetroArch.com/index.php?page=platforms RetroArch downloads page] and download the '''Apple macOS / OSX Intel''' build. This will work with High Sierra and above (including Mojave and Catalina). Don't download the '''Apple macOS High Sierra (and later) with Metal2''' build as the ParaLLeL Core will not work. This may change in the future.

	When downloading, ensure that the downloaded application is '''copied to the desktop''' as shown in the [https://youtu.be/hu-TW02bhhY?t=182 official installation video] provided on the download website. '''DO NOT''' open from the disk image. If you opened RetroArch from the disk image, copying it from the Desktop should resolve the issue immediately. If it does not, you'll need to [[#retroarch.~~cfg_~~(~~for_Mac_users~~)\|delete your retroarch.cfg file]].		When downloading, ensure that the downloaded application is '''copied to the desktop''' as shown in the [https://youtu.be/hu-TW02bhhY?t=182 official installation video] provided on the download website. '''DO NOT''' open from the disk image. If you opened RetroArch from the disk image, copying it from the Desktop should resolve the issue immediately. If it does not, you'll need to [[Retroarch#retroarch.cfg (for Mac users)\|delete your retroarch.cfg file]].
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	File:RetroArch-Mac-ChooseInstall.JPG\|1. This is what you want to download.		File:RetroArch-Mac-ChooseInstall.JPG\|1. This is what you want to download.
	File:RetroArch-Mac-DiskImage.png\|2. DO NOT open from the disk image.		File:RetroArch-Mac-DiskImage.png\|2. DO NOT open from the disk image.
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	On the <samp>Main Menu</samp> click on the {{kbd\|Load Core}} option. In the <samp>Load Core</samp> submenu, you will normally see your installed cores. Since you just installed RetroArch you won't see any. Click the {{kbd\|Download a Core}} option<sup>2</sup>. In the <samp>Core Updater</samp> menu that appears, scroll down to the <samp>Nintendo - Nintendo 64</samp> options. It is recommended that you choose the <samp>Nintendo - Nintendo 64 (Mupen64Plus-Next)</samp> core option<sup>3</sup>. You can also choose the <samp>Nintendo - Nintendo 64 (ParaLLEl N64)</samp> core option if you Next doesn't work for you. '''Windows Users:''' the <samp>Nintendo - Nintendo 64 (Mupen64Plus-Next GLES3)</samp> option should not be chosen. This is a special build of the Mupen64Plus-Next core intended to run on XBox One devices. '''It will not run on Windows PCs'''.		On the <samp>Main Menu</samp> click on the {{kbd\|Load Core}} option. In the <samp>Load Core</samp> submenu, you will normally see your installed cores. Since you just installed RetroArch you won't see any. Click the {{kbd\|Download a Core}} option<sup>2</sup>. In the <samp>Core Updater</samp> menu that appears, scroll down to the <samp>Nintendo - Nintendo 64</samp> options. It is recommended that you choose the <samp>Nintendo - Nintendo 64 (Mupen64Plus-Next)</samp> core option<sup>3</sup>. You can also choose the <samp>Nintendo - Nintendo 64 (ParaLLEl N64)</samp> core option if you Next doesn't work for you. '''Windows Users:''' the <samp>Nintendo - Nintendo 64 (Mupen64Plus-Next GLES3)</samp> option should not be chosen. This is a special build of the Mupen64Plus-Next core intended to run on XBox One devices. '''It will not run on Windows PCs'''.
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	File:RetroArch-InstallCore-MainMenu.jpeg\|1. The Main Menu of RetroArch. You'll want to return here often.		File:RetroArch-InstallCore-MainMenu.jpeg\|1. The Main Menu of RetroArch. You'll want to return here often.
	File:RetroArch-InstallCore-DownloadCore.jpeg\|2. You'll need to download a core before you can play any ROMs.		File:RetroArch-InstallCore-DownloadCore.jpeg\|2. You'll need to download a core before you can play any ROMs.
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	Once you have finished configuring RetroArch you must properly restart it. ''Do not press <kbd>Esc</kbd> or the X in the top right corner.'' Go back to the {{kbd\|Main Menu}} and move all the way down to the option near the bottom {{kbd\|Quit RetroArch}}<sup>6</sup>. Once you reopen RetroArch go to {{kbd\|Load Content\|Start directory}}. You should now see your ROMs<sup>7</sup>. When you choose one of your ROMs it may ask you which core you want to use if you downloaded more than one of them. It is recommended that you choose {{kbd\|Nintendo - Nintendo 64 (Mupen64Plus-Next)}}<sup>8</sup> for the best peformance and fewest bugs.		Once you have finished configuring RetroArch you must properly restart it. ''Do not press <kbd>Esc</kbd> or the X in the top right corner.'' Go back to the {{kbd\|Main Menu}} and move all the way down to the option near the bottom {{kbd\|Quit RetroArch}}<sup>6</sup>. Once you reopen RetroArch go to {{kbd\|Load Content\|Start directory}}. You should now see your ROMs<sup>7</sup>. When you choose one of your ROMs it may ask you which core you want to use if you downloaded more than one of them. It is recommended that you choose {{kbd\|Nintendo - Nintendo 64 (Mupen64Plus-Next)}}<sup>8</sup> for the best peformance and fewest bugs.
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	File:RetroArch-Configure-AutoSave.png\|1. With this option RetroArch will periodically save your save data to disk. This will prevent most data loss in the event of a crash.		File:RetroArch-Configure-AutoSave.png\|1. With this option RetroArch will periodically save your save data to disk. This will prevent most data loss in the event of a crash.
	File:RetroArch-Configure-Directory.jpeg\|2. This option lets you set where RetroArch saves and looks for various files on your computer.		File:RetroArch-Configure-Directory.jpeg\|2. This option lets you set where RetroArch saves and looks for various files on your computer.
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	== Keyboard Configuration ==		== Keyboard Configuration ==
	If you are going to use a controller, [[#Controller Configuration\|skip this section]].		If you are going to use a controller, [[Retroarch#Controller Configuration\|skip this section]].

	Head to {{kbd\|Settings\|Input\|Port 1 Input Binds}}. An example of some control binds when using a keyboard can be found [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F8JOk-eqoowZyeYtoF3XLBh1EwYULddo6ZyFgFYxU5M/edit here].		Head to {{kbd\|Settings\|Input\|Port 1 Input Binds}}. An example of some control binds when using a keyboard can be found [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F8JOk-eqoowZyeYtoF3XLBh1EwYULddo6ZyFgFYxU5M/edit here].
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	File:RetroArch-GameCube-WindowsGameControllers.png\|1. The Windows Game Controller dialog with the list of vJoy Devices.		File:RetroArch-GameCube-WindowsGameControllers.png\|1. The Windows Game Controller dialog with the list of vJoy Devices.
	RetroArch-GameCube-vJoyDeviceNumber.png\|2. vJoy Device #4 was the correct one for this time.		RetroArch-GameCube-vJoyDeviceNumber.png\|2. vJoy Device #4 was the correct one for this time.\|link=File:RetroArch-GameCube-vJoyDeviceNumber.png
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	If your ParaLLEl or Mupen64Plus-Next core was downloaded before June of 2020, please make sure it is up-to-date now by going to {{kbd\|Main Menu\|Online Updater\|Update Installed Cores}} to update your cores.		If your ParaLLEl or Mupen64Plus-Next core was downloaded before June of 2020, please make sure it is up-to-date now by going to {{kbd\|Main Menu\|Online Updater\|Update Installed Cores}} to update your cores.

	Now load a ROM with the either core. Open the <samp>Quick Menu</samp> by pressing <kbd>F1</kbd> or whatever hotkey you have bound to open the menu in RetroArch. Select {{kbd\|Options}} and scroll down to <samp>GFX Plugin</samp> and set it to {{kbd\|parallel}}. Scroll down to <samp>RSP plugin</samp> and also set it to {{kbd\|parallel}}. While you are here you will probably also want to set <samp>(ParaLLEl-RDP) Upscaling factor (restart)</samp> to {{kbd\|2x}}. If you experience performance issues, be sure to try setting this back to 1x first to see if it improves.		Now load a ROM with the either core. Open the <samp>Quick Menu</samp> by pressing <kbd>F1</kbd> or whatever hotkey you have bound to open the menu in RetroArch. Select {{kbd\|Options}} and scroll down to <samp>GFX Plugin</samp> and set it to {{kbd\|parallel}} if you are using the Parallel core, or scroll down to <samp>RDP Plugin</samp> and set it to {{Kbd\|ParaLLEl RDP}} if you are using mupen64plus-Next. Scroll down to <samp>RSP plugin</samp> and also set it to {{kbd\|parallel}}. While you are here you will probably also want to set <samp>(ParaLLEl-RDP) Upscaling factor (restart)</samp> to {{kbd\|2x}}. If you experience performance issues, be sure to try setting this back to 1x first to see if it improves.

	== Texture Packs ==		== Texture Packs ==
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	If you need to delete/modify this file, you'll need to access the Library. To access the library, it must be “shown" as it's hidden by default.		If you need to delete/modify this file, you'll need to access the Library. To access the library, it must be “shown" as it's hidden by default.
	The easiest method to do this is while in the '''Go''' dropdown menu, hold the '''option''' button and it will appear. Search “retroarch” in the Library and the folder and files will show up.		The easiest method to do this is while in the '''Go''' dropdown menu, hold the '''option''' button and it will appear. Search “retroarch” in the Library and the folder and files will show up.
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	File:RetroArch-Mac-Library.png\|1. '''Go''' dropdown to access the Library.		File:RetroArch-Mac-Library.png\|1. '''Go''' dropdown to access the Library.
	File:RetroArch-Mac-SearchLibrary.JPG\|2. Search the library.		File:RetroArch-Mac-SearchLibrary.JPG\|2. Search the library.

Maplestar: Change RA from a Non-Steam game to the Steam store link.

2022-03-29T14:38:19Z

Change RA from a Non-Steam game to the Steam store link.

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	You'll need to install [https://store.steampowered.com/ Steam.]		You'll need to install [https://store.steampowered.com/ Steam.]

	Next, you'll need to [https://~~support~~.steampowered.com/~~kb_article.php?ref=2219-YDJV-5557 add~~ RetroArch to Steam ~~as a non-Steam game~~]		Next, you'll need to [https://store.steampowered.com/app/1118310/RetroArch/ install RetroArch through Steam] (don't worry, it's still free).

	Afterwards, right-click on your Steam icon and go to {{kbd\|Settings}}. Click on the {{kbd\|Controller}} section and click on {{kbd\|General Controller Settings}}		Afterwards, right-click on your Steam icon and go to {{kbd\|Settings}}. Click on the {{kbd\|Controller}} section and click on {{kbd\|General Controller Settings}}

Blackwall: /* Using Custom Drivers (Zadig) */

2022-02-27T05:29:58Z

Using Custom Drivers (Zadig)

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	Your controller should now be working. If it isn't you can try the different controller ports or go to {{kbd\|Settings\|Input\|Port 1 Input Binds}}. Highlight <samp>Device Index</samp> and press <kbd>←</kbd> or <kbd>→</kbd> to choose the correct MAYFLASH Controller number.		Your controller should now be working. If it isn't you can try the different controller ports or go to {{kbd\|Settings\|Input\|Port 1 Input Binds}}. Highlight <samp>Device Index</samp> and press <kbd>←</kbd> or <kbd>→</kbd> to choose the correct MAYFLASH Controller number.

	==== ~~Using Custom Drivers (Zadig)~~ ====		==== Official Adapter or Wii U/Switch Mode ====

	~~<span style="font-size:larger;">'''Skip this section if you have a MAYFLASH GameCube Adapter.'''</span>~~

	Make sure the GCN USB Adapter program is running.		Make sure the GCN USB Adapter program is running.

Flagrama: /* Switch Pro Controller */ kbd fixes

2022-02-08T21:33:39Z

Switch Pro Controller: kbd fixes

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	Next, you'll need to [https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=2219-YDJV-5557 add RetroArch to Steam as a non-Steam game]		Next, you'll need to [https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=2219-YDJV-5557 add RetroArch to Steam as a non-Steam game]

	Afterwards, right-click on your Steam icon and go to {{kbd\|Settings~~</kbd></samp>~~. Click on the {{kbd\|Controller~~</kbd></samp>~~ section and click on {{kbd\|General Controller Settings~~</kbd></samp>.~~		Afterwards, right-click on your Steam icon and go to {{kbd\|Settings}}. Click on the {{kbd\|Controller}} section and click on {{kbd\|General Controller Settings}}

	Make sure {{kbd\|Switch Pro Configuration Support~~</kbd></samp>~~ is checked.		Make sure {{kbd\|Switch Pro Configuration Support}} is checked.

	You should now be able to configure your Switch Pro Controller in RetroArch (through Steam).		You should now be able to configure your Switch Pro Controller in RetroArch (through Steam).

Flagrama: use new kbd template

2022-02-08T21:21:23Z

use new kbd template

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Blackwall: /* Common Issues */

2021-08-20T11:18:43Z

Common Issues

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	If you're experiencing abnormal input lag with your controller, go to <kbd><samp>Settings</samp> ⇒ <samp>Latency</samp></kbd> and adjust the <samp>Polling Behavior</samp>.		If you're experiencing abnormal input lag with your controller, go to <kbd><samp>Settings</samp> ⇒ <samp>Latency</samp></kbd> and adjust the <samp>Polling Behavior</samp>.

	=== Mupen64Plus-~~Next~~ Next Freezes ===		=== Mupen64Plus-Next Freezes ===

	This is an issue with versions prior to Mupen64plus-Next 2.3 which was released on July 14, 2021. Please update ~~your~~ cores from the <kbd><samp>Cores Updater</samp></kbd> in the main menu. Also, after loading a ROM press <kbd>F1</kbd> to open the <samp>Quick Menu</samp>. Under <samp>Options</samp> Move down to <samp>Ignore emulated TLB Exceptions</samp> and press the <kbd>→</kbd> arrow key until the selection changes to <samp>Don't Ignore</samp>.		This is an issue with versions prior to Mupen64plus-Next 2.3 which was released on July 14, 2021. Please update yor cores from the <kbd><samp>Cores Updater</samp></kbd> in the main menu. Also, after loading a ROM press <kbd>F1</kbd> to open the <samp>Quick Menu</samp>. Under <samp>Options</samp> Move down to <samp>Ignore emulated TLB Exceptions</samp> and press the <kbd>→</kbd> arrow key until the selection changes to <samp>Don't Ignore</samp>.

	=== Mupen64Plus-Next Epona Carrots ===		=== Mupen64Plus-Next Epona Carrots ===

Blackwall: /* Common Issues */

2021-08-20T01:54:37Z

Common Issues

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	File:RetroArch-Mac-SearchLibrary.JPG\|2. Search the library.		File:RetroArch-Mac-SearchLibrary.JPG\|2. Search the library.
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			=== Waiting on Client (Error Message) ===

			'''<pre>Waiting on client ...
			You have rejoined the game as player 1
			null</pre>'''

			This is a rare issue and can be a hindrance when racing. According to the RetroArch devs, this is an issue that occurs with some virtual gamepads, when explorer.exe isn't running, or other random-seeming situations.

			The only feasible solution at this point is to go to <kbd><samp>Settings</samp> ⇒ <samp>Input</samp> ⇒ <samp>Hotkeys</samp></kbd> and bind a hotkey to <samp>Netplay Hosting (Toggle)</samp> so that you can immediately toggle out of this.

ETR BTF: /* Configure RetroArch */ added a link to the racing setup requirements

2021-07-30T20:21:58Z

Configure RetroArch: added a link to the racing setup requirements

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	File:RetroArch-Configure-SelectCore.jpeg\|8. Mupen64Plus-Next is the preferred core, but some older systems will require you to use ParaLLEl		File:RetroArch-Configure-SelectCore.jpeg\|8. Mupen64Plus-Next is the preferred core, but some older systems will require you to use ParaLLEl
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			=== Required Settings for Racing ===

			If you wish to partake in our community's races, then don't forgot to also configure the settings mentioned [[Racing#RetroArch\|here]].

	== Keyboard Configuration ==		== Keyboard Configuration ==

Blackwall: /* Mac Specific Installation */

2021-07-20T23:16:06Z

Mac Specific Installation

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	File:RetroArch-Mac-DiskImage.png\|2. DO NOT open from the disk image.		File:RetroArch-Mac-DiskImage.png\|2. DO NOT open from the disk image.
	File:RetroArch-Mac-DirectoryError.png\|3. If you open from the disk image, the file paths will be mixed up.		File:RetroArch-Mac-DirectoryError.png\|3. If you open from the disk image, the file paths will be mixed up.
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	~~==== Installing the Core ====~~
	~~Currently, the only N64 core compatible with Mac is not in the RetroArch library. A mirror is available for download in <kbd><samp>#setup-support</kbd></samp> in our Discord. See the pin by shiroaeli.~~

	After downloading the ParaLLeL Core, you'll need to access the cores folder which is located in the application data. Right-click the image where RetroArch was copied to (assumption is desktop) and choose <kbd><samp>Show Package Contents</kbd></samp>. Navigate to the cores folder to drop the .dylib core.
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	~~File:RetroArch-Mac-PackageContents.png\|1. Right-click the RetroArch icon on the desktop and then select '''Show Package Contents'''.~~
	~~File:RetroArch-Mac-CoresFolder.JPG\|2. Place the '''.dylib''' core here.~~
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