# XCI Explorer [Original MaxConsole Release](https://www.maxconsole.com/threads/exclusive-xci-explorer-released-for-switch-game-cartridge-backups.47046/) View contents of XCI files and more! ## Features * View metadata * Explore partitions * Check NCA hashes * Extract NCA * Modify cert ## Requirements * Visual Studio 2017 * [Hactool](https://github.com/SciresM/hactool/releases) * [Dumped keys](https://gbatemp.net/threads/how-to-get-switch-keys-for-hactool-xci-decrypting.506978/) Main | Partitions :-------------------------:|:-------------------------: ![main](https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/373320120707055617/485316278941253642/cap1.PNG) | ![partitions](https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/373320120707055617/485316273992105984/cap2.PNG) ## Build Instructions * Open **XCI Explorer.sln** * Change *Debug* to *Release* in the dropdown menu * Go to *Build*, then *Build Solution* * Extract **hactool.zip** to `XCI-Explorer/bin/Release/` folder * Run **XCI-Explorer.exe** ## Special Thanks klks - CARD2, hash validation and bug fixes garoxas - Game revision, QoL changes and bug fixes ## Disclaimer This is not my original work. I just made minor changes with the help of others.