Do Joycons charge when Switch is off?

In order for the Joy-Con controllers to charge while attached to the Nintendo Switch console, the console must be connected to the AC adapter and powered on or in Sleep Mode.
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Does Joy-Con charge when Switch is off?

You can charge your Nintendo Switch when it is completely turned off, but any attached Joy-Con controllers will not be charged in that case. If you want to charge your Joy-Con controllers, please do so in Sleep Mode.
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How do I know if Joy-Con is charging?

The charging indicator LED next to the Joy-Con will illuminate RED to indicate charging is in progress. When charging is complete, the indicator LED will turn GREEN.
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Do Joy-Cons lose battery when not in use?

The Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons slowly drain battery when they're not in use, but there's a solution. If left uncharged, the Joy-Cons will eventually lose battery life and, even worse, become completely unusable due to battery bloat over time.
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Can you charge Joy-Cons without Switch?

The charging grip just lets you charge the Joy Cons without having them be attached to the Switch console, and you can even have them charging with the cord while you're using them as a single controller. Also handy to charge additional Joy Cons simultaneously (if you have more than two).
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How long do Joy-Cons take to charge?

It takes approximately 3 ½ hours to fully charge the Joy-Con controllers.
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Do Joy-Cons need to be charged separately?

You will need to charge the console, the Joy-Con controllers, and the Pro Controller to use them. Below are methods for charging each device.
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Will my Joy-Cons charge in Sleep Mode?

Additional information. Joy-Con take approximately three and a half hours to fully charge. The console must be connected to the AC adapter and powered on or in Sleep Mode for the Joy-Con to charge while attached to the console. Joy-Con cannot be charged using Nintendo Switch Lite.
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How do you keep Joy-Cons charged?

The main way to charge your Switch Joy-Cons is to just attach them to the console itself while it's in the dock or handheld mode. As long as they're attached they'll charge from the console and keep going.
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Why didn t my Joy-Cons charge?

If the Joy-Con controllers are not charging, try the following: Ensure that the console is powered on or in sleep mode. In order for the Joy-Con controllers to charge while attached to the Nintendo Switch console, the console must be connected to the AC adapter and either powered on or in sleep mode.
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How long do Joy-Cons last?

Different types of Switch controllers have different battery life. Pro controllers last approximately 40 hours, while Joy-Cons last around 20 hours. Third-party controllers and Joy-Cons may have shorter battery life and are generally less reliable in terms of battery life and responsiveness.
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Do Joy-Cons charge in handheld mode?

Each Joy-Con has its own set of buttons and can be attached to the console for handheld mode or detached for tabletop or TV mode. To charge your Joy-Con controllers, attach them to the sides of the Switch.
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Should I turn off the Switch or sleep?

Power down properly if you're not playing for a while

Sleep Mode is handy for shutting down your Switch for short durations but the battery is still getting drained - leave it in Sleep Mode for even a few hours and you can find the power gone very quickly.
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Why do I still have power when the Switch is off?

One possible scenario is that your circuit breaker has tripped and is only providing partial power. This means that while the majority of the circuit has been shut off, there may still be some residual power flowing through certain outlets or appliances.
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How to tell if a Switch is charging?

Is the charging indicator displayed? Turn on your console and look for the charging icon at the top-right of the screen. * The light on the dock is not a charging indicator. (It comes on when there is video output to a TV screen.)
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Do Joy-Cons wear out?

As your Switch ages, dust and dirt make their way under the rubber diaphragm protecting the electrical contacts beneath the joysticks on your Joy-Con, and the problem is made worse as the contacts are worn down over time.
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How to charge Joy-Cons without Switch?

Purchase a separate Joy-Con charging accessory.

There are a few accessories sold that will charge your Joy-Cons without needing to connect them to your Switch.
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Do Nintendo Switch controllers charge when the system is off?

In order for the Joy-Con to charge while attached to the Nintendo Switch console, the console must be connected to the AC adapter and powered on or in Sleep Mode.
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Is it bad to leave your Nintendo Switch charging overnight?

Leaving the console on the dock or plugged in directly with the AC adapter overnight, or past the point where the battery is fully charged will not cause harm to the battery.
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Will Switch charge while powered off?

The Nintendo Switch console takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge when the console is powered off or in sleep mode.
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How to keep Joy-Cons charged?

Use a charging dock

Step 1: For the Joy-Con charging dock, plug the included cable into the USB port on the Switch's dock. Step 2: Place up to four Joy-Con controllers into the dock and ensure the lights on the top are red. When they've turned green, the controllers are fully charged.
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Do Joy-Cons charge while playing?

The Joy-Con Charging Grip (model No. HAC-012) is sold separately and allows you to keep playing while you are charging your Joy-Con. While the Joy-Con controllers are charging, the recharge LED on the Charging Grip will remain lit. Once they are fully charged, the recharge LED will shut off.
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How long does it take to charge Joy-Cons minimum?

The charging time for Joy-Con is about 3.5 hours, while charging a Switch Pro controller takes about 6 hours. These times may vary depending on the model and manufacturer of your controller, as well as the age of the battery and the type of charger used.
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