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How do I know when my Nintendo controller is fully charged?

To view the battery life for each paired controller:
  1. From the HOME Menu select Controllers. The Controllers icon highlighted on the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu.
  2. The approximate battery life will be displayed for each controller that is paired to a Nintendo Switch system.
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How do I know when my Switch controller is fully charged?

Step 1: For the Joy-Con charging dock, plug the included cable into the USB port on the Switch's dock. Step 2: Place up to four Joy-Con controllers into the dock and ensure the lights on the top are red. When they've turned green, the controllers are fully charged.
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How long does it take for a Nintendo controller to charge?

Note. It takes approximately 3 ½ hours to fully charge the Joy-Con controllers. The Joy-Con Charging Grip (model No. HAC-012) is not included in any Nintendo Switch bundle.
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What are the green lights on Nintendo Switch controller?

Solid green LED means the controller is powered and ready in the off position. Solid red LED means the controller is the on position, providing power to whatever load is connected. Flashing green means the controller is waiting to receive a signal from a switch pairing or controller grouping.
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Do Switch Controllers charge when docked off?

In order for the Joy-Con controllers to charge while attached to the Nintendo Switch console, the console must be connected to the AC adapter and powered on or in Sleep Mode.
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Do Switch Controllers charge off the dock?

The controllers will also charge as long as they're hooked up to the Switch unit, even if the device isn't plugged into power itself. If the Joy-Con are removed from the Switch, they can be charged with the Charging Grip.
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Does green light stay on when charging Nintendo?

Note. When the Nintendo Switch AC adapter is first plugged into the dock, the TV output LED on the front of the dock will flash and shut off. This is normal. While the console is docked and the application screen is displayed on the TV, the TV output LED will remain solid green.
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What do the lights mean on a switch controller?

[Switch] What do the lights on my Nintendo Switch controller mean? A. 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 check my Joy-Con battery level?

You can check how much battery your connected controllers have remaining under "Controllers" on the HOME Menu.
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Does the Switch charge in the dock?

Nintendo Switch consoles [HEG-001/HAC-001] can both be charged using the included Nintendo Switch dock.
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How long do joy cons hold a charge?

HD Rumble (enhanced rumble), IR camera (thermal camera), gyroscope, NFC reader/writer for Amiibos, and a 20-hour battery life for both controllers are among the features of the Joy-cons.
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How do I know my switch light is charging?

Is the charging indicator displayed? Turn on your console and look for the charging icon at the top-right of the screen. * The light on the dock is not a charging indicator.
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Why is switch controller blue light?

In the recent Switch 9.0. 0 firmware update, Nintendo has finally enabled the functionality of that light. By setting “Alarm Notifications” on, the light on your controller will now pulse, just as it did back in the days of the Wii U (on the Wii U Gamepad) and original Wii (the blue light of the disc tray).
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What does orange screen on switch mean?

If the system screen remains orange, blue, or any other solid color, the Nintendo Switch system will need to be repaired. For your convenience, Nintendo provides a quick and easy-to-use online repair process.
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Does green light mean fully charged?

Flashing green indicates half charge, flashing red indicates low charge, and solid red indicates battery near empty.
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Does green mean its charging?

Green means fully charged, and amber means less than one full charge remains. When you connect your case to a charger, or place your MagSafe Charging Case or Wireless Charging Case on a Qi-certified charging mat, the status light will stay on for 8 seconds.
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Can a Nintendo overcharge?

Leaving the console on the dock or plugged in directly with the AC adapter overnight, or past the point where the battery is fully charged will not cause harm to the battery.
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Is it OK to leave Switch in dock?

Does leaving your Nintendo switch in dock ruin battery? No, because it stops charging the battery once it's full. It's fine to sit in the dock for extended periods of time.
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Does the Switch charge faster in sleep mode?

Again, they charge faster when the system is in sleep mode. The Joy-Cons will also charge from the Switch even when it's in handheld mode and not connected to a power source.
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Can you charge Switch controllers while playing?

The good news is that you can charge the controllers even while playing, and you can enjoy up to 20 hours of active gaming when the Joy-Con's batteries are fully powered up.
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Why does Switch take so long to charge?

First, make sure you're giving your Switch enough time to charge after the battery died, then, if waiting doesn't work, check the AC adapter to ensure it's working properly by plugging it in and out of the device and outlet. Finally, if it's still not charging, try force resetting your Nintendo Switch.
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How many hours do Joy-Cons last?

The Everyday Earbuds are Raycon's flagship product and the most affordable. Ideal for everyday use, the earbuds have up to 6 hours of battery for listening to audio and making or taking calls, with the charging case holding up to 32 hours of battery.
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How many Joy-Cons Can you use at once?

[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 long do Joy-Cons last after low battery?

Joy-Con's run for up to 20 hours on their own, which is more than enough time for most gaming sessions. This is especially true if you're charging your Switch between uses.
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