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Pairing controllers with a USB connector:

Connect to the console using a USB charging cable.

Pairing controllers wirelessly:

1. Close this screen and select Change Grip/Order.
2. On the next screen, hold the SYNC Button.

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For more information about how to use Nintendo Switch and its features, please refer to the Nintendo Support website on your smart device or PC.

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Airplane Mode Off

All wireless communication, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, will be turned off. Some Types of Wireless communication can still be switched on manually when the console is in Airplane Mode.

◆ This can also be changed from Quick Settings (hold ⌂).

Auto-Brightness Off

◆ This can also be changed from Quick Settings (hold ⌂).

Lock Console in Sleep Mode On

Lock the console so that the same button must be pressed three times to proceed when you exit sleep mode. The console will not lock when connected to a TV.

Parental Controls can be used to restrict features of this console. Configure these on the console or using your smart device.

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Move Data Between System / microSD Card Quick Archive

Free up space by archiving the selected software.

Manage Software
Save Data Cloud Transfer Your Save Data Manage Screenshots and Videos
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Change Order Add User Transfer Your User Data

Communicate with another console to transfer the information and save data for a specific user.

Create/Edit a Mii

Register Owner and Nickname Delete Game Data Reset amiibo

"Download Complete" Notification On Friend Notification Platinum Point Notifications
Alarm Notification

After setting an alarm, you wil get a notification at the date and time of your choosing.

Notification Sound On

Auto-Sleep (Playing on Console Screen) 10min Auto-Sleep (Connected to TV) 1hr
Suspend Auto-Sleep While Playing Media Content Off

Prevents auto-sleep from activating while media content is playing. If this option is disabled, the console will still go to sleep after four hours of media playback.

Maintain Internet Connection in Sleep Mode On

If this option is enabled, downloads initiated from your PC or smartphone will start right away, even when the console is in sleep mode. Disabling this option will reduce the console's energy consumption during sleep mode while connected to the internet.

◆ This will have an effect only when connected to the internet via wired connection.

Wake When AC Adapter Is Disconnected On

If this option is enabled, the console will wake from sleep mode when it is removed from the dock.

Change Grip/Order Change Button Mapping

You can customize button mapping for each controller. Customized mapping configurations can be saved as presets for easy access in the future.

Controller Vibration On

The vibration feature will be enabled on supporting controllers during gameplay. Vibration for alarm notifications can be changed in Notifications ⇒ Alarm Notifications.

Pro Controller Wired Communication Off

If this option is enabled, the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller will communicate with the console via wired communication when connected to it using the USB charging cable. The NFC touchpoint on the Pro Controller will be disabled while the controller is using wired communication.

Update Controllers

Update connected controllers.

Some controllers cannot be updated.

Calibrate Control Sticks Calibrate Motion Controls
Touch-Screen Sensitivity Standard

Using the Stylus setting increases the sensitivity of the touch screen to enhance stylus controls.

Test Input Devices

Check for problems with the controllers or the touch screen.

Disconnect Controllers

Pair Device

To use Bluetooth audio. you must first pair a device.

◆ Up to two wireless controllers can connect while using Bluetooth audio.
◆ Bluetooth audio will be disconnected during local communication.
◆ Bluetooth microphones cannot be used.
◆ You may experience audio latency depending on your Bluetooth device.

TV Resolution 1080p RGB Range Full Range Adjust Screen Size Screen Burn-In Reduction On

Reduce screen brightness after five minutes of inactivity.

Match TV Power State On

When switching to TV mode with the console docked or when the console exits sleep mode, the TV will turn on. Turning off the TV will put the console in sleep mode.

◆ HDMI settings must also be enabled on your TV. Some TV models may be unable to use this feature.

TV Sound Stereo

System Update

Current Version: 14.1.2

Update Dock

Update the Nintendo Switch dock firmware.

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Language English Region The Americas Date and Time

Current date and Time

Console Battery (%) Off

The console battery will be displayed on the HOME Menu as a percentage.

Console Sound Stereo

You can configure sound in the TV Settings menu when the console is connected to a TV.

Mute When Headphones Are Disconnected On Lower Max Headphones Volume Off

Set a maximum volume for headphones or speakers connected to the console.

USB Keyboard English (US) Change Display Colors Default Zoom Off

You can zoom in by pressing home twice quickly.

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