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Why is my blue Switch controller not charging?

If the Joy-Con are not charging, try the following: Ensure that the console is powered on or in Sleep Mode. In order for the Joy-Con 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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Why is my blue Nintendo controller not working?

Check your controller's batteries

Make sure you've given your controllers time to charge (allow 6 hours or until the orange light at the top of the controller turns off). If they're still not connecting, you may need to replace the battery in your console or controller.
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Why is my Switch controller not Charging Grip?

If the battery charge for the Joy-Con is approximately full, then it is normal for the Joy-Con to stop charging and the recharge LED will shut off. If the battery charge is not nearly full, and the recharge LED on the Charging Grip is not lit, the Joy-Con Charging Grip will need to be replaced.
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How do you charge a blue controller?

There is a really simple way to charge the Nintendo Switch controllers – just dock them to the sides of the console itself. As long as the main tablet-like part of the console has power, it will start charging the controllers the second that you connect them and it does not take too long.
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Why is my controller not charging?

As we mentioned earlier, grime or a build-up of dust can cause issues when charging your PS4 controller. So, take a look at the charging port on the back of your PS4 controller. Use a wooden toothpick or some compressed air to gently clean the port and test the controller again to see if it charges now.
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Why wont my controller batteries charge?

If your rechargeable battery pack doesn't charge when you connect the wireless controller to the console with a USB cable, it might have worn out (as all rechargeable batteries do). The length of time that a rechargeable battery lasts depends on how often you recharge it.
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Do Switch controllers lose their charge?

Nintendo Switch Pro Controller

If not charged for an extended period of time, the battery may lose its ability to retain charge. * If the usage time after a full charge reduces dramatically, or if your battery can no longer retain charge at all, it means the battery is reaching the end of its life.
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How long do Switch controllers last?

When fully charged, the battery duration for the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller can last approximately 40 hours.
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How do I fix unresponsive Joy-Con?

Calibrate Motion Controls
  1. Press and hold the release button at the back of the Joy-Con.
  2. Select System Settings from the Home Menu.
  3. Select Controllers and Sensors.
  4. Select Calibrate Motion Controls.
  5. Hold the + or - button on the controller you want to calibrate.
  6. Once calibration is complete, select OK.
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Why is Switch controller blue light?

It only took Nintendo nearly 3 years to make it happen, but it's here! The Home button on your Joy-Con and Switch Pro Controller will now light up blue, thanks to the Switch firmware update 9.0. 0. This is because of the new 'Alarm Notifications" feature that was part of the update.
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What does blue light on Switch controller mean?

Blinking blue when the controller is pairing with the headset. Blue when the controller is connecting with the headset. Orange when charging.
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Why is my Nintendo Switch controller not lighting up?

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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How long to charge dead Switch controllers?

Step 2: Ensure the Switch's dock or AC adapter is plugged into a power outlet. Either connect the adapter's plug to the USB-C port on the bottom of the Switch or place the Switch in the dock. Step 4: Wait! Nintendo estimates that it will take about three and a half hours to fully charge the Joy-Con controllers.
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Is it bad to leave the Switch in the dock?

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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Why won't my Nintendo Pro controller turn on?

Ensure your console has the latest system update.

Ensure the Pro Controller is paired to the console and that the battery is charged. Once the Pro Controller is paired, reset the controller by pressing the SYNC Button once. Then press any other button on the Pro Controller to power it on again.
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How do I know if my charge controller is bad?

One of the easiest ways to check that a solar controller is working is to read the controller's LED display and use a multimeter to read the power output. If there is no voltage output or if it is very low, there is probably a problem with the controller.
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Why won t my controller stay on even with new batteries?

Your controller needs new batteries. The firmware in your controller needs to be updated. Your controller is too far away from the gaming console. There are too many devices connected to your gaming console.
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Why is my controller blinking when charging?

A flashing red light on a PS4 controller usually indicates a hardware issue such as a defective charging port, cable, or battery. First, try resetting the controller and replacing the cable. If that doesn't fix the problem, you might need to use a different controller.
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Why is my controller charger blinking?

If it was charging fine and it starts blinking red that means that it's either overheated or overcharged. Let it cool down or if it's at 100% then stop charging it. If you're using the wrong AC adapter then it'll flash red even if the controllers are not on it.
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Why is my home button glowing blue pro controller Switch?

As you may or may not already be aware, that ring is actually an LED light; we've seen it light up before but only when a Pro Controller connects to Steam. Starting from today, thanks to a Switch system update which takes the console's firmware to Version 9.0, the light will finally be used for "alarm notifications".
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