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# Installing

## Installing DDS formatted skins (Worst)

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[DDS (skintool method)](/tf2/guide/install/dds.md)
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## Installing VTF formatted skin (Difficult)

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[VTF (vpk method)](/tf2/guide/mod/vtf.md)
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