Why isn't my controller connecting to my switch?

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.

How do you get a Switch to recognize a controller?

Is the controller connected? →Open Controllers on the HOME Menu to check what controllers are currently connected. If the controller is not being recognised by the console, select "Change Grip/Order" to reconnect it.

How do I fix an unresponsive Switch controller?

Reset the Pro Controller by pressing the SYNC Button once, then press any other button to wake it up again.

How do I resync my Switch controller?

From the HOME Menu, select Controllers, then Change Grip and Order. While the following screen is displayed, press and hold down the SYNC Button for at least one second on the controller you wish to pair. Once paired, the player LED(s) corresponding to the controller number will remain lit.

Why won t my wired Nintendo Switch controller work?

Confirm that the USB Cable is securely connected to the Wired Controller and the Nintendo Switch Dock. Confirm that the Nintendo Switch is powered on and connected to an external display before connecting your wired controller. Confirm that your Nintendo Switch has the latest System Update installed.

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Why are my Switch controllers not connecting when attached?

Ensure your console has the latest system version. Ensure the Joy-Con controllers have the latest controller firmware installed. Remove any skins or covers from the problematic Joy-Con controller or controllers, if any, and calibrate the control sticks.

Why is my wired Switch controller blinking?

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.

Can you hard reset a Switch controller?

From the HOME Menu, select System Settings and then Controllers and Sensors. Select Change Button Mapping. On the left side of the screen select a controller whose configuration you want to reset, then select Reset.

How do you reset a wireless Switch controller?

Reset the Pro Controller by pressing the SYNC Button once, then press any other button to wake it up again.

How do I connect my controller to my Switch without the sync button?

First, plug the cable into your Switch's dock. 2. Connect the Pro Controller to the USB-C cable while your Switch is inserted in the dock. The controller will automatically pair with the system.

Why is my Switch controller not charging or connecting?

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.

Where is Joy-Con Sync button?

Press and hold the Sync button on the black edge of the controller. Wait for the lights alongside the Sync button to rove back and forth, indicating that the Joy-Con is in pairing mode.

Why is my wireless Nintendo controller not connecting?

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.

How do I fix my wireless controller connection?

Is there a sync button on the switch?

If you're trying to pair a new controller or Joy-Con, you'll want to press and hold its SYNC button (a small circular button, usually on the top) for about five seconds before moving on to the next steps.

How long do Joy-Cons take to charge?

It takes approximately 3 ½ hours to fully charge the Joy-Con controllers.

Why won't my Joy cons charge on the dock?

Unplug the Charging Dock's USB Power Cable and plug it back in. Ensure the controllers are completely connected by removing and re-docking. If your Pro Controller is not charging, ensure the USB-C Charging Adapter is fully inserted into the USB-C port on the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, and re-dock the controller.

Do Switch controllers light up when charging?

The simplest way to charge a Pro Controller is to plug it into the USB port on the front of the Switch's dock using the included cable. Step 1: Once plugged in, an orange light will light up on the top of the Pro Controller. It should take about six hours to charge fully.

How do you sync a controller without cable?

How do I connect a device to my controller?

Connect a Standard Bluetooth Controller to Android

Open Settings > Connected devices > Connection preferences > Bluetooth and make sure Bluetooth is enabled. From the same menu, select Pair new device, then follow the specific instructions to make your controller discoverable.