How long do Joy-Con batteries last?

The Joy-Con controllers take approximately three and a half hours to fully charge. When fully charged, the battery duration for the Joy-Con controllers can last approximately 20 hours.
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Do Joy-Cons lose battery when not in use?

Batteries always drain, even when devices are turned off; they drain when your console is turned off simply because the charge is lost over time regardless of use.
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How long do Joy-Cons take to recharge?

The easiest way to charge your Joy-Cons is to attach them to your Switch and plug your console into a power outlet. It will take about 3 1/2 hours to charge your controllers fully, which will provide you with 20 hours of play time.
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Why are my Joy-Cons always low battery?

The problem is that it isn't connecting properly and isn't charging. You can try cleaning the contacts but I had to replace one of mine that consistently had this issue. "Why must it always be pandemonium?!" This happened to be every now and then too.
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Can the Joy-Cons overcharge?

You cannot unless you buy the Joy-Con Charging Grip , which is pretty overpriced but lets you play while they're charging.
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Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Battery Replacement-How To!

Do Joy-Cons wear out?

If you own a Nintendo Switch or Switch Lite, then you've probably worried about Joy-Con drift. 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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Do Joy-Cons only charge while docked?

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.
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Do Joy-Cons charge in Sleep Mode?

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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Why is my Joy-Cons acting up?

Ensure your console has the latest system update. Ensure the Joy-Con have the latest controller firmware installed. Remove any skins or covers from the problematic Joy-Con, if any, and calibrate the control sticks.
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Can you charge Joy-Cons without Switch?

If you don't have your Switch available, you'll need a separate charging accessory to charge your Joy-Cons.
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How many Joy-Cons can you use at once?

A Switch console can support up to eight controllers connected at the same time. This means four pairs of Joy-Cons (or eight if you're playing them individually), and up to two controller hubs (each of which supports four controllers, again adding up to eight).
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How long do Joy-Cons take to charge half way?

I normally let it go down to 15–20% before I plug it in and in about 2 hours I have about 90% charge left. Another half-hour usually puts me up to almost 100%. So from totally empty, I can't know for sure, but from about 15% left, about 2.5 hours will get you fully charged.
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Did Nintendo get sued for Joy-Con drift?

A US judge has dismissed a Joy-Cons drift lawsuit against Nintendo.
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Will buying new Joy-Cons fix drift?

While you can send your Joy-Cons away for a free repair at Nintendo (or just buy a new set), the sticks will inevitably start drifting again.
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Why do Joy-Cons drift so easily?

at least part of the issue with drifting joycon sticks is because the underside can bend a little, causing it to lose contact with the stick.
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Is it bad to leave the Switch in the dock?

Haven't noticed any problems with the battery so far. The fan is about to die though. Yes, it's completely fine to leave the switch and joycons plugged in all the time.
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Should I charge my Switch every night?

Make sure that you charge the product at least once every six months. If not charged for an extended period of time, the battery may lose its ability to retain charge. With repeated charges during the life of the product, the amount of time the battery lasts after a full charge will naturally decrease.
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Is it okay to charge Switch all night?

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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How long do Switch controllers last?

The Joy-Con controllers take approximately three and a half hours to fully charge. When fully charged, the battery duration for the Joy-Con controllers can last approximately 20 hours. This can be shorter depending on the software application and functions being used.
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How do you tell if Joy-Cons are fully charged?

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 do I charge my Joy-Cons without charging the dock?

Use the AC Adapter

If you're using portable mode, you can charge the unit and Joy-Cons without the dock. Connect the USB plug for the AC adapter into the USB port on the bottom of the Switch. Then plug the adapter into an outlet.
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Why is stick drift so common now?

A common reason for why controllers run into drift problems is that they are prone to deterioration, which will naturally occur with use. In more recent years, the life cycle of technology has shortened dramatically to promote further purchases, thereby further exacerbating the issue.
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Is there a Switch controller that doesn t drift?

[New Patented Stick-No Drifting Ever] GuliKit is the first wireless controller with hall sensor joystick. New Patented Electromagnetic Stick without any drift. Exclusive FPS mode, 100% No Dead Zone. Solving the general painpoint of joystick, and is comprehensively ahead of other mainstream gamepad.
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