Where do Switch controllers plug in?

Make sure your Nintendo Switch System is powered on and connected to your TV. Insert the USB cable into a USB port on the Nintendo Switch Dock. Connect the other end of the cable to the wired controller. Your wired controller is now ready for use.
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Do Switch controllers need to be plugged in?

You will need to charge the console, the Joy-Con controllers, and the Pro Controller to use them.
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How do wired Switch controllers plug in?

From the HOME Menu, select System Settings, then Controllers and Sensors. Set Pro Controller Wired Communication to On. Connect the Pro Controller to the dock with the included USB cable (model No. HAC-010).
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How do controllers connect to Switch?

From the HOME Menu, select Controllers, then Change Grip and Order. While the following screen is displayed, press and hold down the SYNC Button for at least one second on the Pro Controller you wish to pair. Once paired, the player LED(s) corresponding to the controller number will remain lit.
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Why won't my wired controllers connect to my Switch?

You may need to check the settings of your switch and enable the "Wired Pro Controller" setting (it's that or something very similar.) If you already have and it's still not working, you can try to fully power-cycle the Switch (hold the power-button for this) as it's worked for me with non-OEM wired controllers.
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Why is my Nintendo Switch power a controller not working?

Make sure you've given your controllers time to charge (allow 6 hours or until the orange light at the top of the controller turns off). If they're still not connecting, you may need to replace the battery in your console or controller.
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How many controllers hook up to Nintendo Switch?

Regardless of controller type (Joy-Con, Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, etc.), you can pair up to eight controllers with your Nintendo Switch console simultaneously. * The number of players who can actually play at any one time depends on the title and game mode being used.
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How many controllers connect to Switch?

Up to 8 controllers can be paired to a Nintendo Switch, allowing you to have an 8-Player battle. Pairing two controllers to four Nintendo Switch nearby will allow you to have an 8-Player battle. Pairing two controllers to four Nintendo Switch that are connected to the internet will allow you to have an 8-Player battle.
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Are Switch controllers Bluetooth?

The most amazing part of the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller is it uses Bluetooth and completely finishes the need for an adapter to connect it to a PC.
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Do wired controllers have to be plugged in?

Only works when the cable is plugged in. This is not a wireless controller. If the cable is not connected on both ends, the controller does not work.
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Do wired controllers have to be plugged into console?

Another advantage of wired controllers is their simplicity. They are easy to set up—just plug the cable into your console or PC, and you're ready to play. This means that you do not need to worry about battery life or charging.
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Can I use a wired Switch controller without a dock?

The other con of wired controllers is that you have to play on a dock in order to use it. You can't plug it directly into the switch if you wish to take it on the go.
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Do Switch controllers only charge when docked?

The Pro Controller can be charged in the following ways: While connected to the Nintendo Switch dock. Connect the Nintendo Switch AC adapter to the dock and then to a wall outlet. Note: In order to charge the Pro Controller, the Nintendo Switch console does not need to be docked.
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Do Switch controllers run out of battery?

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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Do Joy-Cons 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. As long as they're attached they'll charge from the console and keep going.
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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 many Switch controllers do you need for 2 players?

You can play a two player game using the joy-con controllers turned sideways, or one player can use the joy-con controller, and another use the pro-controller.
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How many controllers can you use on 1 2 Switch?

The game supports up to 8 players using Joy-Con controllers, and up to 100 players can play using smartphones. Everybody 1-2-Switch! features a "Quiz Party" mode, which allows players to create custom questions for a trivia game.
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How many Joy-Cons for Mario Kart?

It's extremely versatile, you can use a set of joy cons as a single controller or as two, depending on how many people play. You can do both in the same session if there are three players, split one joycon and have a whole controller for the other player.
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How do I add multiple controllers to my Switch?

From the HOME Menu, select Controllers, then Change Grip and Order. While the following screen is displayed, press and hold down the SYNC Button for at least one second on the controller you wish to pair. Once paired, the player LED(s) corresponding to the controller number will remain lit.
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How many Joy-Cons do I need for 4 players?

You will need four joy cons, four pro controllers, (or off brand like power A).
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Can I use a USB controller on Switch?

Insert the USB cable into a USB port on the Nintendo Switch Dock. Connect the other end of the cable to the wired controller. Your wired controller is now ready for use.
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Why aren t Switch controllers 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 do my Nintendo Switch controllers drift?

My controller drifts as well and they most likley have some dust or derbis in the joystick. Try using compressed air and slowly/carefully clear out the joy stick. Another way would be to send it in for repair, which is a more expensive option, but has less risk involved.
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