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Can you pair switch controller to PC?

Fortunately, Nintendo has made it easy to connect the Switch Pro controller work with PC, either wired using a USB-C cable or wirelessly over Bluetooth.
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Can you pair a Nintendo Switch Pro Controller to a PC?

1) Plug the cable of the Pro Controller (or any USB-A-to-USB-C data cable, or USB-C-to-USB-C data cable if there is a USB-C port in your PC) into the controller. 2) Plug the other end of the cable into your PC. Now, Windows 10 will automatically detect the controller as Pro Controller.
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How do I use a Switch controller on PC without steam?

Plug your Switch Pro controller into the PC with a USB cable. You should be able to use the USB-A to USB-C cable that came with the controller, or you can use a USB-C to USB-C cable, if your PC has the appropriate port. Within a few seconds, Windows 10 should pop up with a new connected device: Pro Controller.
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Can I use Joy-Cons on steam?

Steam now supports the full functionality of the Joy-Cons. That way, they can operate just as Nintendo intended to play all your favorite Steam games. This is still new, however, as Steam announced Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controller support on August 4.
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What controllers are compatible with Steam?

  • The Steam Controller.
  • The official Microsoft Xbox One Wired Controller.
  • The official Microsoft Xbox One S Controller (wired or wirelessly using Bluetooth)
  • The official Microsoft Xbox One Elite 2 Controller (wired or wirelessly using Bluetooth)
  • The official Microsoft Xbox 360 Wired Controller.
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Tutorial: Connecting Nintendo Joycons & Pro controller over PC Bluetooth

Do all controllers work with Steam?

Besides the more specialized options, some of the best gaming controllers for Steam and PC are the very same console controllers you're used to. It's possible to use PS4, PS5 and Xbox controllers on PC, for instance.
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Why is my PC not detecting my switch Joy-Cons?

First of all, your PC needs to have Bluetooth connectivity. The Joy-Cons use Bluetooth to connect, so they won't have any way to hook up if your PC doesn't have that functionality. If it doesn't, and you really want to use your Switch Joy-Cons on your PC, then you'll need to add a Bluetooth adapter first.
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How do I connect my Nintendo Switch controller to my PC via Bluetooth?

With the Pro Controller charged, press and hold the Sync button on the top of the gamepad for a few seconds until the indicator lights start flashing. Open the system tray and right-click the Bluetooth icon. Click "Add Bluetooth Device." Click "Add Bluetooth or other device."
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Why won t my PC recognize my Switch Pro controller?

If the Pro Controller cannot be paired using the USB charging cable, try the following: Reset the Pro Controller by pressing 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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How do I pair my 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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Can you use a controller on PC without a console?

Any controller that has two analog sticks, two shoulder buttons, and two trigger buttons, and is capable of connecting to your computer via USB, is usable with PC games.
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How to connect Nintendo Switch Pro Controller to Fall Guys PC?

Go to your settings on Steam, and set up your controller. Next, you go to Fall Guys manage game and go to controller options, you click on forced on, restart Steam, click global setting after and then you should be able to set up what buttons you want to use in the game. Hope this helps.
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Can I use my switch as a Bluetooth controller?

The Nintendo Switch does have Bluetooth, and you can use it to connect headphones or controllers. If you buy a Bluetooth adapter, you can even connect non-Nintendo controllers to the Switch. These Bluetooth adapters can be used when the Switch is docked or in handheld mode.
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Can you connect a switch to a PC through Bluetooth?

One reason that so many gamers appreciate the Nintendo Switch is that its Bluetooth technology easily hooks up and connects to nearby PCs. You can even do this with the Joy-Con and Switch Pro controllers if you have one.
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Was Steam Controller discontinued?

Initially released in 2015, Valve's Steam Controller was discontinued after four years. But after the Steam Deck's recent success, it's likely that Valve might revive the controller in the near future.
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Why did Steam stop selling controllers?

Valve's Steam Controller has been discontinued for a while — and officially sold out in 2019 after a deal that offered the controller for $5. Last week, Valve was hit with a potential class action lawsuit alleging the company has been violating antitrust rules.
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Why won t Steam detect my controller?

If your Steam Controller is having connection issues, make sure that you try to connect via USB too. If wired works but wireless doesn't, you may need to replace your USB wireless dongle. Remove the batteries and plug the Steam Controller into your computer's USB 2.0 port using the micro-USB cable.
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What controllers can you use on PC?

The Best PC Gaming Controller
  • Our pick. Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller. ...
  • Runner-up. Sony DualShock 4 Wireless Controller. ...
  • Budget pick. PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S. ...
  • Also great. Retroflag Classic USB Gaming Controller. ...
  • Also great. PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S.
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Do PC gamers use controllers?

One of the advantages of PC gaming is that you can use keyboard and mouse, or a controller, or both. You don't even have to choose while playing a game; many support switching from one to the other mid-gameplay.
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What is the alternative to Steam controllers?

The best alternatives to Steam Controller are Xbox One X, Remote Mouse Pro, and Razer Turret for Xbox One. If these 3 options don't work for you, we've listed a few more alternatives below.
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Can you use a switch controller on iPhone?

With the release of iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and tvOS 16, iPhones, iPads, and Apple TVs now include support for pairing Nintendo Switch Joy-Con and Pro controllers.
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Can you connect iPhone to Nintendo Switch?

If the switch connects using Bluetooth, pair it with iPhone—turn on the switch, go to Settings > Bluetooth, turn on Bluetooth, tap the name of the switch, then follow the onscreen instructions.
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