How do I know if my Switch is charging without a dock?

When you start charging, the battery icon () at the top-right of the HOME Menu screen will change to () to indicate that the console is charging. When your console has reached 100% charge, the battery icon will change to (). *You can use this icon to check how much charge your console has remaining.
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How to tell if Switch is charging without dock?

Is the charging indicator displayed? Turn on your console and look for the charging icon at the top-right of the screen.
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How do you charge a Switch without a dock?

Directly With the Nintendo Switch AC Adapter

Insert the USB plug on the Nintendo Switch AC adapter (HAC-002) into the USB connector on the bottom of the console, then plug the AC adapter directly into a wall socket.
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How do I know if my Nintendo Switch is not charging?

If the battery charging icon is not displayed or if the battery level does not reach 100% charged after several hours, there may be an issue with the AC adapter or charging ports. Check that you are using the Nintendo Switch AC adapter by finding the model number MOD.
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Does the green light stay on when charging the Switch?

The LED on the Nintendo Switch dock, or TV output LED, lights up when the Nintendo Switch console is outputting to a TV. This LED is not related to charging, and will not go out when the console is fully charged.
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How long does a dead Switch take to charge?

The Nintendo Switch console takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge when the console is powered off or in sleep mode. Charging time will be longer if the console is in use. When fully charged, the battery duration for the console can last approximately 3 hours.
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Should Nintendo Switch light up when charging?

If your Switch is successfully charging, the green light on the lower left of the dock will appear. If the light doesn't come on, check that the dock is plugged in. If it is and there is still no light, you may have an issue with your dock.
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Can you charge a Switch with a phone charger?

We've heard this question often, and technically, you can charge a Nintendo Switch with a phone charger. However, even though it's technically possible to charge your Switch with your phone charger, it's not the best idea if you want to keep your console in top shape.
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Why is the charging symbol not showing on my Switch?

If the the charging indicator is not displayed momentarily while the console is first docked, try using a different Nintendo Switch dock if one is available. If the battery charge indicator is displayed correctly using a different dock, the original Nintendo Switch dock will need to be repaired.
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What happens if a Switch is on but nothing is plugged in?

It is an open circuit even when the switch is ON. There is no current/electricity in the circuit. Therefore electricity is not wasted. Note- The above case is when the switch is ON and the plug is not inserted into the socket (notice in the circuit, there is no connection between plug and socket).
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How to turn on Nintendo Switch while charging?

If you want to play with the Switch while it charges you'll likely have to wait a few minutes before turning it on. You will most likely see a battery icon with a charging indicator – a lightning bolt – in the top left corner to show that it needs a little more time to charge.
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What is the battery life of the Switch?

For Nintendo Switch consoles with a serial number that starts with “XA”, the battery life is approximately 2.5 to 6.5 hours. For Nintendo Switch Lite, the battery life is approximately 3 to 7 hours.
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What do I do if my Nintendo Switch won't turn on at all?

What to do
  1. Unplug the AC adapter from both the wall and dock/console. Leave unplugged for 30 seconds to reset the AC adapter.
  2. Hold down the POWER Button. ...
  3. Release the POWER Button. ...
  4. Plug the AC adapter back into the outlet then into the console.
  5. Press the POWER Button once.
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Is there a way to charge Nintendo Switch without dock?

*A Nintendo USB AC adapter (sold separately) can be used instead of a Nintendo Switch dock and AC adapter.
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What to do if I lost my Nintendo charger?

You can purchase a replacement AC adapter from the My Nintendo Store.
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How do I know if my Switch dock is on?

After inserting your console, check that the indicator light on your dock is illuminated. (If not, press your console's POWER Button again.) * If the dock light is flashing, it's possible that there's a problem with the dock. More details here.
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Why is my Nintendo Switch plugged in but not charging?

How to reset a Nintendo Switch. A frozen Switch can cause charging issues too. To see if that's the problem, unplug your Switch and hold the Power button down for about 12 seconds, then release it and plug it back in. If a frozen screen was the issue, your Switch should start charging again.
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Why isn t my Switch control charging?

Any Joy-Con controllers attached to a console that is off will not charge. Attach your controller to the console when it is turned on or in Sleep Mode. * Joy-Con controllers attached to a docked console will also not charge if the console is turned off.
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Why does my Switch take so long to charge?

Of course it's higher when the Switch is running a game vs being asleep. The former is both charging the battery while processing the game, and the latter is just charging the battery. If you're wondering why the battery isn't charging faster when the system is asleep, that has to do with preventing battery damage.
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How long does a Switch take to charge from 0 to 1?

The Nintendo Switch console takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge when the console is powered off or in sleep mode. Charging time will be longer if the console is in use. Once fully charged, the battery duration for the console varies depending on model and on the software application and functions being used.
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Can I charge my Nintendo Switch in the car?

The officially licensed Nintendo Switch Car Charger features a 6ft braided cable and 5V/3A voltage for high-speed charging. Stay charged on-the-go, whether you need to charge on the way to a friend's house or keep playing on a road trip. Features: Perfect for charging your Nintendo Switch or Pro Controller on the road.
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Should the green light stay on when charging a Nintendo Switch?

When the Nintendo Switch AC adapter is first plugged into the dock, the TV output LED on the front of the dock will flash and shut off. This is normal. While the console is docked and the application screen is displayed on the TV, the TV output LED will remain solid green.
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Why isn't my Switch turning on while charging?

Reset the AC adapter by leaving it unplugged from both ends for at least 30 seconds. While performing this step, verify you are using the Nintendo Switch AC adapter (model no. HAC-002) and check for any cuts, kinks, frayed cables, etc.
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How long does it take for a Nintendo Switch to turn on after being dead?

If the battery charge on the system is nearly depleted when the AC adapter is first plugged in, the screen will remain off and a charging indicator will be momentarily displayed in the top-left corner. Allow the system to charge for at least 15 to 30 minutes, then press the POWER Button to boot it up.
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