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How do I redownload demos on my switch?

To redownload the game, access Nintendo eShop using the Nintendo Account
Nintendo Account
A Nintendo Account is an account that is required for using certain services from Nintendo, such as Nintendo Switch online services (including access to Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch), off-device software purchases and the My Nintendo rewards programme.
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that originally purchased the game, select your user icon in the top-right corner to access your Account Information and highlight Redownload.
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How do I redownload DLC on Switch?

Complete these steps
  1. Access the Nintendo eShop with the Nintendo Account that purchased the content. ...
  2. Search for the game title that the content is associated with.
  3. Select the game and scroll down to view all available Downloadable Content, below the game details. ...
  4. Select the previously purchased Downloadable Content.
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Can you reinstall deleted games on Switch?

Games that have been archived (not deleted) will still have an icon on the HOME Menu, and can be redownloaded by anyone on the console. Games that have been deleted will not have an icon on the HOME Menu, and can only be redownloaded with the Nintendo Account that was originally used to purchase them.
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How do I redownload a free game on Switch?

You can do this by selecting Redownload Software from the All Software menu or launching it from the Home screen.
  1. Open the Nintendo Switch eShop and select your user.
  2. Press your user icon in the top-right corner of the screen.
  3. Scroll down to Redownload.
  4. Scroll through the list until you find the game you're looking for.
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Why can't I redownload games on my Switch?

You can only redownload games using the Nintendo Account that purchased the game. If a specific game or DLC item shows "Purchased" in the Nintendo eShop but you are unable to redownload it, you may find our information on Software Displays "Purchased" in the Nintendo Switch eShop helpful.
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Why is the App Store not letting me redownload?

Make sure that the item is in your purchase history for your Apple ID. If you don't see the item in your purchase history, you might have purchased the item with a different Apple ID. If you don't see an app that you want to redownload, that app might not be compatible with your device.
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Can you redownload eShop games?

Once deleted, Nintendo eShop purchases can be redownloaded at no cost. Downloaded items appear as a gift on the HOME Menu. Once they have fully downloaded, you can tap them to access the software.
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Will I lose everything if I delete a game off my Switch?

Deleting or archiving software will not impact your save data. Once deleted, software can be redownloaded using the same Nintendo Account with which it was purchased. If a microSD card is inserted, the save location will default to the microSD card when downloading or redownloading software.
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How to free up space on Nintendo Switch without deleting games?

You can free up space in the System Memory using Manage Save Data/Screenshots. Software data (including downloaded software, software updates, and screenshots) can be stored on the System Memory or on a microSD card. Learn more about data management on Nintendo Switch.
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What does archiving a game on Switch do?

Archiving will allow you to delete downloaded software in order to free up space while preserving the software icon on the HOME Menu. Learn more about how to redownload the software by selecting the icon.
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How do I install a deleted game?

Reinstall apps or turn apps back on
  1. On your Android phone or tablet, open Google Play Store .
  2. On the right, tap the profile icon.
  3. Tap Manage apps & device. Manage.
  4. Select the apps you want to install or turn on. If you can't find the app, at the top, tap Installed. Not installed.
  5. Tap Install or Enable.
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Where can I find deleted Switch games?

Reinstalling deleted games

Step 1: Tap or select the Nintendo eShop icon. Step 2: Tap or select your account avatar located in the top-right corner. Step 3: Scroll down and tap or select Redownload to view your library of games not currently installed on the console.
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How do I recover a deleted file from a Switch?

Save data is not automatically deleted. It is only deleted when one of the following actions is performed by the user. * When data is transferred, it is deleted from the original location but can still be found as save data on the destination console. * There is no way to restore deleted data.
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How do I recover a deleted DLC?

You can find a list of previous;y downloaded DLCs on your console via the Download History (System, Account, Download History) or go to this link (https://live.xbox.com/en-US/Download/History) and reload the DLC to your download queue.
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How do I restore my DLC?

What if my game doesn't recognize my DLC?
  1. From the Home screen, open the main Settings menu.
  2. Choose Users and Accounts.
  3. Select Other.
  4. Select Restore Licenses.
  5. Wait for it to complete, then try downloading your Add ons again.
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Why is my DLC not downloading on Switch?

This means that the DLC has not been purchased on the system, or that this is not the primary console for the Nintendo Account that originally purchased the content.
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How big of an SD card should I get for Switch?

If you're planning on downloading many games, you probably want a high-capacity card like a 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB microSD card. You'll be able to store more than enough games and they'll load faster since they're higher performance cards. For moderate use, a 32GB or 64GB microSD card will work.
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Why does my Nintendo Switch say there is not enough free space?

This usually occurs when the hard drive on your Nintendo Switch does not have sufficient storage space to save the game data. Try freeing up space by deleting another game or app. Delete any excessive save files you have on your system. Remove the Auto-saves first.
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How many games can a Switch hold?

The standard Nintendo Switch has 32 GB of storage, allowing you to store and install around 4-8 games, including large games like Zelda. However, if you have the option for a Switch with 64 GB of storage, you can store double the number of games, up to 8-16.
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Is deleting game files the same as uninstalling?

Uninstall is removing a program and its associated files from a computer hard drive. The uninstall feature differs from the delete function in that it safely and efficiently removes all associated files, whereas delete only removes part of a program or selected file.
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Does uninstalling a game delete its files?

It varies from game to game. Some keep the saves on your PC, some delete them and some keep them on the cloud so if you have an online connection when you start the game up again after reinstalling it you can still access it.
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What happens to my digital games if I lose my Switch?

If you do not have access to the original console, you can still transfer your Nintendo Account and digital games to a different Nintendo Switch console and make that console your account's primary console.
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Do you lose eShop games?

Pros of digital games on Switch

All games you buy digitally are stored via your Nintendo Account ID, so you can just redownload them as many times as you want when you delete games to free up space, no problem. You can't lose a digital game since it's right there on your system.
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How do I download old games to my switch?

Complete these steps
  1. On your console, open the Nintendo eShop and select a user with an active Nintendo Switch Online membership.
  2. Scroll down on the left-hand side and select Nintendo Switch Online.
  3. In the "Special Offers" section, select the classic game library you would like to download. ...
  4. Select Free Download twice.
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How do you redownload an app that is no longer in the App Store?

How to redownload apps on iPhone or iPad
  1. Open the App Store app.
  2. Tap the sign-in button or your photo at the top of the screen.
  3. Tap Purchased.
  4. If you use Family Sharing, tap My Purchases or choose a family member's name to see content that they purchased.
  5. Tap "Not on this [device]."
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