# Using VRM Avatars

## What is a VRM Avatar?

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Introduction to VRMs and loading a VRM into Mona
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**VRM is a 3d file format** that is designed to allow creators to build and use **custom 3D Avatars** in a growing ecosystem of virtual spaces.&#x20;

**VRM Avatars can be just about anything**, from a photorealistic human to a grocery shopping cart.&#x20;

## How to Load a VRM Avatar inside Mona with URL

* In a Mona space, select the Avatar button or **press '4'** on the keyboard to pull up the Avatar panel.

<figure><img src="/files/5uFsZVPANa4TTD2W2w4Z" alt=""><figcaption><p>Select the Avatar button.</p></figcaption></figure>

* Select the Import Custom VRM option.

<figure><img src="/files/Oz1ujKF5Nnah3THCH2ly" alt=""><figcaption><p>Import a custom VRM</p></figcaption></figure>

* **Copy and paste the URL** address of your VRM. Note: The VRM must be stored on a hosting platform like [Web3 Storage](https://web3.storage), Github, or AWS. To upload your VRM Avatar using Github or Web3.Storage, follow this guide: [Uploading your VRM](/create/creating-avatars/uploading-your-vrm.md).

<figure><img src="/files/vDKjKWDa4q2buAEhybOQ" alt=""><figcaption><p>Add your VRM URL.</p></figcaption></figure>

* Select **'Load VRM'** for your VRM to enter the space.

## How to load a VRM Avatar purchased from the Mona Marketplace

* In a Mona space, select the Avatar button or **press '4'** on the keyboard to pull up the Avatar panel and select 'Mona Wallet'.

<figure><img src="/files/AFzYRlbXx5tg9pKuJKiU" alt=""><figcaption><p>Load a VRM purchased from the Mona Marketplace</p></figcaption></figure>

* Once selected, you will be able to select a Mona avatar from your wallet.

## Load a Ready Player Me Avatar

* In a Mona space, select the Avatar button or **press '4'** on the keyboard to pull up the Avatar panel and select **'Ready Player Me'**.

<figure><img src="/files/ljcB1dZuYtWf0PzJbHcD" alt=""><figcaption><p>Load a Ready Player Me Avatar</p></figcaption></figure>

* Use the following page to select an avatar or sign in with your account.

<figure><img src="/files/xbLZpDYn6CYI4saWxpg7" alt=""><figcaption><p>Set up a Ready Player Me account</p></figcaption></figure>

## VRM Avatar Samples

**Mona Alien** by Tom Moore <https://bafybeiek2orv7r2thrukbouqo254x2t2iklgv43ri33g2irypfuebzsa7u.ipfs.w3s.link/ipfs/bafybeiek2orv7r2thrukbouqo254x2t2iklgv43ri33g2irypfuebzsa7u/MonaAlien.vrm>


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