> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://wiki.provenance-emu.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://wiki.provenance-emu.com/using-provenance/roms.md).

# ROMs

Provenance makes it easy to build and manage your game library. This section covers everything from importing your first ROM to managing large collections with advanced tools.

## 📥 Getting ROMs Into Provenance

[**Importing ROMs**](/using-provenance/importing-roms.md) — The starting point for adding games. Covers all import methods:

* Wi-Fi Web Server (upload from your computer)
* Downloading directly from Safari on iOS
* AirDrop from Mac to iPhone/iPad
* File manager apps (Apple Files, Dropbox, etc.)
* USB via Finder (Mac) or third-party tools

## 📋 Supported Formats

[**Formatting ROMs**](/using-provenance/roms/formatting-roms.md) — Supported file extensions for every system, plus how to:

* Format cartridge and CD-based ROMs correctly
* Package multi-file ROMs (`.cue + .bin`) into archives
* Create `.m3u` playlists for multi-disc games
* Archive ROMs with `.zip` or `.7z` for import

## 🎨 Customizing Your Library

[**Customizing ROMs**](/using-provenance/roms/customizing-roms.md) — Personalize game entries with:

* Custom or replacement cover art (paste or upload)
* Rename games
* Edit metadata: title, description, genre, release date

## 🔧 Advanced ROM Management

[**Advanced ROM Management**](/using-provenance/roms/advanced-management.md) — Power-user guide for large libraries:

* Organizational strategies for 1,000+ ROMs
* CHD format conversion (40–70% space savings)
* iCloud sync strategies with Provenance Plus
* Backup and migration between devices
* Database maintenance

## 💿 Ripping & Dumping Physical Media

[**Ripping ROMs**](/using-provenance/roms/ripping-roms.md) — Legally dump games from cartridges and discs you own. Covers cartridge readers (GB Operator, Retrode 2, INLretro), disc ripping tools for macOS/Windows/Linux, network/softmod dumping methods, save data backup, and format conversion.

## 🩹 Mods & Patches

[**Applying Mods / Patches**](/using-provenance/roms/mods.md) — Apply fan translations, ROM hacks, and bug fixes:

* IPS/BPS patching tools (Mac & Windows)
* PSX SBI files for PAL game compatibility
* N64 high-resolution texture packs

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## Quick Tips

* **All ROMs must be formatted correctly** before importing — see [Formatting ROMs](/using-provenance/roms/formatting-roms.md).
* **Some systems require BIOS files** — see [BIOS Requirements](/getting-started/bios-requirements.md).
* **Multi-file ROMs** (CD-based games) must be zipped into a single archive before import.
* **Stuck?** See [Troubleshooting](/help-and-community/troubleshooting.md) or ask on [Discord](https://discord.gg/provenance).

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