In 1.12.0 version when you select a custom skin and you restart the game the Steve's or Alex's skin will be selected. In 1.13.0.9 the custom skin will be deleted and you will need to find it from the gallery again.
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In 1.12.0 version when you select a custom skin and you restart the game the Steve's or Alex's skin will be selected. In 1.13.0.9 the custom skin will be deleted and you will need to find it from the gallery again.
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Android
Android 7
1.13.0.9 Beta, 1.12.0
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