ACNH Custom Design Codes: How to Use, Enter & Customize (2026)
Design guide
How to use custom design codes in Animal Crossing New Horizons
Custom design codes let you download player made designs for clothing, signs, paths, panels, walls, and themed island builds. You can use creator codes and design codes through the Able Sisters design kiosk.
They are especially helpful when you want your island to feel more complete. A good path, sign, stall design, or simple panel design can make furniture sets and room designs look much more polished.
Style your island
Want a finished room or island area?
Use custom designs for paths and panels, then pair them with furniture, housewares, and room sets to complete the look.
What MA and MO codes mean
- MA code: a creator code that lets you browse designs shared by one creator.
- MO code: a design code for one specific custom design.
- QR code: a scannable design code used through the Nintendo Switch Online app and NookLink.
How to enter a custom design code
- Unlock Able Sisters on your island.
- Use the design kiosk inside the Able Sisters shop.
- Choose whether you want to search by creator ID or design ID.
- Enter the full code carefully.
- Save the design to an open custom design slot.
Before using custom design codes
- Make sure you have enough open custom design slots.
- Save favorite creator codes somewhere easy to find.
- Check whether the design is meant for clothing, ground paths, panels, signs, or furniture customization.
- Keep matching designs together so a room or island area looks consistent.
- Remember that replacing a saved design slot can change designs already placed around your island.
Ways to use custom designs
- Place paths on the ground for roads, stone paths, wood paths, or garden details.
- Customize simple panels, signs, stalls, and furniture.
- Create clothing designs and outfits.
- Use designs for cafes, markets, beaches, homes, and seasonal areas.
Best design ideas for island builds
- Cafe areas: Use menu signs, stall designs, brick paths, and table details.
- Beach builds: Use blanket designs, shell patterns, surf shop signs, and sandy path edges.
- Cottagecore islands: Use dirt paths, flower borders, wooden signs, and picnic blankets.
- City islands: Use road designs, crosswalks, storefront signs, and panel windows.
- Room designs: Use wallpaper style panels, rugs, framed art, and matching furniture colors.
Custom design mistakes to avoid
- Deleting or replacing a design slot that is already used on your island
- Mixing too many styles in one small area
- Forgetting to save the creator code for later
- Using a ground design where a panel or sign design would look better
- Planning furniture before choosing the main design theme
Recommended next steps
Design shortcut
Want a finished room or outdoor setup?
Room design sets can help you pair custom codes with matching furniture, housewares, and decor so the whole area looks more complete.
Shop Room Design SetsOrder help for room sets and items
- Place your order on ACNHMALL.
- Make sure your Nintendo Switch Online membership is active.
- Open your airport gate and get your Dodo Code. Need help? Visit our FAQ page and choose “How do I get a Dodo Code?”
- Send your order number and Dodo Code in live chat.
- Keep your airport gate open and keep live chat open until your order is complete.
Many room set product pages include custom design codes when a design is needed. You do not need to share your Nintendo account login or password. Order timing can vary depending on queue, customer readiness, and connection. Live chat support is available if you need help.
Independent store notice: ACNHMALL is an independent store and is not affiliated with Nintendo or Animal Crossing.