Why wont my controllers connect to my Switch?

- Open "Controllers" on the HOME Menu. - If the controller is not being recognized by the console, select "Change Grip/Order" to connect it. - Make sure that your console and software is updated to latest firmware. - Make sure that the Switch console is placed completely and properly into the dock.
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Why are my Nintendo Switch Controllers 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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How do I get Switch to recognize my controller?

→Open Controllers on the HOME Menu to check what controllers are currently connected. If the controller is not being recognised by the console, select "Change Grip/Order" to reconnect it. Are you too far from the Nintendo Switch console? →See if getting closer to the console solves the problem.
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Why won t my bluetooth controller connect to my Nintendo Switch?

What to do. Ensure that your console has the latest system version. From the HOME Menu, select Controllers, then Change Controller Grip/Order. Press and hold the SYNC Button on the controller(s) you want to pair for at least one second.
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Why is my Joy-Con not clicking?

If you don't hear a click even when the Joy-Con is fully inserted, or if it detaches immediately, it may be that the locking mechanism is damaged after the Joy-Con was dropped or as a result of some other impact. In that case, contact your local customer service centre.
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How To FIX JoyCon NOT Detected by Nintendo Switch in Handheld Mode!

How do I fix unresponsive Joy-Con?

What to do
  1. Confirm that your console has the latest system update. ...
  2. Ensure the Joy-Con controllers are charged. ...
  3. Decrease the distance between the Joy-Con and the Nintendo Switch console.
  4. Ensure that the Nintendo Switch console is placed to avoid wireless interference.
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Why is my controller button not clicking?

The most common causes of sticky gaming controller buttons are dirt, dust, oil, and sweat from your hands. Another culprit: game-time snacks. Dropping crumbs or splashing liquid around your controller can contribute to the buttons getting sticky, too.
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Why is my Switch not pairing?

Update your system to the latest system version. Restart the console by holding down the POWER Button for three seconds, then select Power Options and Restart. Power off your Bluetooth audio device and then power it on again. Ensure it is charged and in a searchable state or pairing mode.
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How do I sync my controller to my Switch?

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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Why is my power a controller not connecting to my Switch?

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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How to fix Joy-Con not turning on?

What to Do:
  1. Unplug the AC adapter from both the wall and dock/console.
  2. With the AC adapter unplugged, check that you are using the Nintendo Switch AC adapter. ...
  3. With the AC adapter unplugged, check to see if it is damaged. ...
  4. Detach the Joy-Con controllers from the console. ...
  5. Reset the Joy-Con by pressing the SYNC Button.
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Why is my Joy-Con not responding 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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How do you resync Switch joy cons?

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 fix my Switch controller disconnecting?

  1. Activate Airplane Mode from the System Settings menu.
  2. Turn Bluetooth back on from the "Airplane Mode" menu.
  3. Press a button on each Joy-Con controller to reconnect them.
  4. After the Joy-Con are connected to the console wirelessly, deactivate airplane mode and continue to use the console as normal.
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Why is my Switch controller not blinking?

If the Joy-Con are displayed correctly on the console screen, but the player LEDs remain unlit, try the following: Attach and detach the Joy-Con two or three times. Reset the controllers by pressing the SYNC Button once. Then press any other button, such as the A Button to power on the controllers again.
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Why won't my switch recognize my controller?

- Open "Controllers" on the HOME Menu. - If the controller is not being recognized by the console, select "Change Grip/Order" to connect it. - Make sure that your console and software is updated to latest firmware. - Make sure that the Switch console is placed completely and properly into the dock.
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How to turn Nintendo Switch controller on?

All you need to do is press the home button. That's it. This circle is green because the Joy-Con is red. That's all.
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Why aren't my joycons connecting to my switch?

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 fix a switch connection problem?

Troubleshooting connectivity issues on Nintendo Switch
  1. Sync the date and time.
  2. Reset your network hardware.
  3. Enable Universal Plug and Play (UPnP)
  4. Check for external restrictions.
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How to pair controller to switch?

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 reset my controller?

On the back of your controller, you will find a tiny hole – the reset button is inside this hole. Use a small, unfolded paper clip (or something similar) to press and hold the reset button for at least five seconds. Your controller should now have been reset.
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How do I fix my Nintendo controller button?

What to Do:
  1. Check if the non-responsive buttons feel sticky or stuck down. If any are sticky or stuck, turn off the console and clean the area around the problematic buttons using a soft, dry toothbrush. ...
  2. Ensure your console has the latest system version.
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Why will my controller not turn on?

If the batteries are worn out or in need of a charge, it won't turn on. It also won't turn on if the batteries are installed improperly. Battery contacts: The controller won't turn on if the battery contacts are worn out or bent too much.
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