Why aren t my switch controllers connecting?

Confirm that the USB Cable is securely connected to the Wired Controller and the Nintendo Switch Dock. Confirm that the Nintendo Switch is powered on and connected to an external display before connecting your wired controller. Confirm that your Nintendo Switch has the latest System Update installed.
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Why wont my controllers connect to my Switch?

If you are still having issues pairing the controller, the following steps may be helpful: Press the SYNC Button once, then press any other button, such as the A Button on the controller to power it on again. Use a different USB port on the dock. Use a different USB charging cable.
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Why is my Switch controller blinking but not connecting?

Try resetting your controller, or if you have more than one, try resetting one controller at a time. Detach the Joy-Con controllers from the side of the device. Take one of the controllers and press the small, pin-sized Sync button on the top or side, then press any other button on the controller to restart it.
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Why are my Switch controllers not working?

Ensure the Joy-Con controllers have the latest controller firmware installed. Remove any skins or covers from the problematic controllers and calibrate the control sticks. If the issue is occurring with a specific game or application, try the following: Check for any available software updates for that game.
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Why are my Switch controllers not connecting when attached?

Attach the Joy-Con to the console, ensuring that it is correctly oriented and inserted all the way. If the Joy-Con is still not recognised by the console, try to detach and reattach it to the console a couple times. If at all possible, test another Joy-Con with the console.
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How do I get my Switch controllers to work together?

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 do I manually connect a Switch controller?

Wireless pairing procedure
  1. Select "Controllers" on the HOME Menu.
  2. Select "Change Grip/Order".
  3. Hold the SYNC Button on the controller you want to pair. (Release the button once the controller LED starts flashing.) ...
  4. When the message "Paired" appears on the screen, the pairing is complete.
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How do I sync my Joy-Cons to my Switch?

Select "Change Grip/Order." 3. If you're trying to pair a new controller or Joy-Con, you'll want to press and hold its SYNC button (a small circular button, usually on the top) for about five seconds before moving on to the next steps.
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Why is my Joy-Con not working when detached?

Ensure your console has the latest system version installed. Update the controller firmware. With the Joy-Con detached, reset the controller by pressing the SYNC Button once. Then press any other button to power on the Joy-Con again.
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Why is my Nintendo Switch controller just flashing?

[Switch] What do the lights on my Nintendo Switch controller mean? When your controller is connected to a console, the player LEDs indicate the controller number. Also, when attempting to connect to the console or when remaining battery charge is low, the LEDs will flash.
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How do I reset my unresponsive Nintendo switch?

If your console has frozen and is unresponsive, press and hold the POWER Button for at least 12 seconds to turn the console completely off. Then press the POWER Button again to turn the console on. * A Nintendo Switch is pictured here. There are differences with the Nintendo Switch Lite.
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Does the switch have a hard reset?

Press and hold the POWER Button down until the system resets; this may take some time. Once the system is powered down, press the POWER Button once to turn it back on.
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How many controllers can 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.
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How do you restart a Switch?

Restart procedure
  1. Hold down the POWER Button on the top of the console for 3 seconds.
  2. Select "Power Options" from the Power Menu that's displayed.
  3. Select "Restart".
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Can you pair a Switch controller without dock?

Unlike the Joy-Con units, which can be attached directly to the sides of the Switch, the Pro Controller must be linked to the Switch Dock or hand-held via a USB-C cable.
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Are Nintendo 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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Will I lose everything if I reset my Switch?

Initializing your console will delete all of its data. You will also no longer be able to use the data on your microSD card. All of the following data, which is stored in the console's internal memory, will be deleted. You will no longer be able to use game data saved on your microSD card.
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What does a factory reset do to a Switch?

Deleted data cannot be recovered. If you would only like to delete certain data, you can use the Data Management section of the System Settings. All data in the system memory, including software, save data, screenshots, and user information will be deleted, restoring the console to factory settings.
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Why did my Switch need a soft reset?

Here's exactly what a soft reset does: Quickly reboots the console's operating system. May help resolve minor software glitches. Does NOT delete or erase any of your saved data, downloaded games, settings, etc.
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What buttons reset a Switch?

Hold down the volume up and volume down buttons, then press the power button. Continue holding the buttons until Maintenance Mode loads on the Nintendo Switch. Choose Initialize Console Without Deleting Save Data, then select OK. Wait for the console to finish resetting, restoring it to factory settings.
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How long do Switch controllers take to charge?

With the standard Joy-Con controller, then you can expect it to take about 3 and a half hours to fully charge it by connecting it to the console. If you use a Pro Controller, then charging it will take slightly longer - around 5 to 6 hours with Nintendo Switch Console or a USB wall charger.
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Why has my Switch frozen?

A frozen Switch could be the result of a low battery. Connect your device to the charger, and allow it to charge for a few hours before trying to start the game again.
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