Why wont my Joy-Cons connect individually?

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 is only one of my Joy-Cons working?

Detach and reattach the Joy-Con again a couple of times. Test another Joy-Con controller with the console, if possible. The non-working controller(s) will need to be repaired. For assistance with Joy-Con, please contact us for support.
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How do I fix Joy-Con connection problems?

To solve these issues there are a couple of solutions.
  1. Re-connect the controllers physically to the console for a brief moment, long enough for them to register. ...
  2. Update your system or controller firmware.
  3. Make sure you are close enough to the Switch so the Joy-Cons are not out of range.
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How do you make Joy-Cons separate controllers?

To detach the joy-con controllers, pick up the Nintendo Switch and turn it over. Press and hold the round button on the back of the joy-con controller next to the ZL and ZR buttons. Slide the joy-con up to detach it. Do the same for the joy-con controller on the other side.
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Why is my Joy-Con not working when detached?

What to Do: 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.
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Can Joy-Cons be used for 2 players?

You'll be able to play select games for up to two players with the included Joy-Con (one controller per person). You'll also be able to purchase extra controllers for multiplayer games for 3+ players.
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Why is my Nintendo Switch not responding to the controller?

Try pressing the SYNC Button on each of your controllers several times and check if this resolves the issue. * Pressing the SYNC Button will interrupt the controller's wireless communication with the console. Reconnect the controller by pressing one of the directional or A/B/X/Y Buttons.
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How do you calibrate Joy-Cons?

From the HOME Menu select System Settings, then scroll down the menu on the left-hand side and select Controllers and Sensors. Select Calibrate Motion Controls then hold down the - or + Button on the controller you want to calibrate.
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Does Nintendo fix Joy-Cons for free?

If you're sure that your Joy-Cons are suffering from "drift" or any other problems, it's time to send them in for repairs. Nintendo performs free Joy-Con repairs in most countries, though you need to fill out a form to submit a repair. Once you submit a repair form, Nintendo will give you a shipping label.
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How do I get Switch to recognize my 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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Why won t my sl and sr buttons work?

A bent SL/SR button board cable will cause the SYNC button, the LED lights and the SL/SR buttons to be unresponsive. This will make the Nintendo Switch Joy-Con unable to connect to a game console by itself without a second Joy-Con.
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How many Joy-Cons can be connected to one Switch?

Q&A. [Switch] How many controllers can I pair with my console at the same time? Regardless of controller type (Joy-Con, Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, etc.), you can pair up to eight controllers with your Nintendo Switch console simultaneously.
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How do you force reset a switch controller?

Reset the Pro Controller by pressing the SYNC Button once, then press any other button to wake it up again. Test the button input on the Pro Controller.
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How do I change my Switch controller to one player?

While playing online with a Nintendo Switch Online Classic Game, the player who set up the online game must press the ZL + ZR Buttons to open the Suspend Menu. From the Suspend Menu, press the Y Button or select Swap P1 to swap between Player 1 and Player 2.
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How do you use one Joy-Con?

Remove Joy-Cons from your Nintendo Switch. Open “Controller” in the HOME menu, and press both SL and SR buttons on the Joy-Con. This will register the Joy-Con as “horizontally held,” and you will be able to operate just with one Joy-Con.
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How many Joy-Cons do you need for Mario Party?

A: You only need one joy con to play, 4 joy cons for a full party and if you have another switch there are games that you can play that allow 2 but it's not required.
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Why wont my Joy-Con connect wirelessly?

Possible solutions. Reset the Joy-Con by pressing the SYNC Button once, then press any other button to power it on again. Delete the pairing information for all wireless controllers, then pair the Joy-Con to the system again. Reduce the distance between the Joy-Con and the system.
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What does Joy-Con stand for?

I think I've figured out the origin of the "Joy-Con" name! Joy Controller! Con stands for Controller!
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Can you connect Joy-Cons from one Switch to another?

The Joy-Con can be paired to one console at a time. If you wish to use the Joy-Con on another console, they will need to be paired to that console.
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How many Joy-Cons does it take 2?

What do I need to play? It Takes Two was designed purely for co-op so you'll need gear for two. Couch co-op requires either 2 joy cons or 2 gamepad controllers. You can also play using a local wireless connection by connecting two Nintendo Switch™ consoles together.
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How do I fix the sync button on my Nintendo 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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Where is the sync button on Nintendo Switch Joy-Con?

For the Joy-Con controllers:If they are attached to the console, detach them by sliding them up while pressing the release button on the back. For individual Joy-Con controllers, hold the SYNC button located on the side of each Joy-Con until the lights start flashing.
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