# 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.

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* Select the Import Custom VRM option.

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* **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](https://docs.monaverse.com/create/creating-avatars/uploading-your-vrm "mention").

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* 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'.

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* 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'**.

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

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## VRM Avatar Samples

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