# How to install custom recipes on MiniSeq Control Software v2.x

In MiniSeq Control Software (MnCS) v2.x, if using a custom recipe for run setup, the option to select the custom recipe will occur only after the reagent cartridge is loaded (not during the run setup page). By this point, a new flow cell, buffer cartridge, and reagent cartridge are registered before selecting the custom recipe. Contact the local Field Applications Scientist (FAS) for questions regarding a custom recipe. If local FAS is unknown, contact [Illumina Technical Support](https://www.illumina.com/company/contact-us.html#/).

To install a custom recipe on MiniSeq, the recipe will be copied to the custom recipes location: C:\Program Files\Illumina\MiniSeq Control Software\Recipe\Custom\ \[High or Mid]

After installing the custom recipe in the appropriate location, select **Enable Custom Recipes in System Customization in MnCS**. The Custom Recipe option will not appear during the run setup if not selected.

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Select the custom recipe after completing the run setup and loading the consumables. Loading consumables will validate which recipes are available for that flow cell type.

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