How to Update Your Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons

Ensuring that your Nintendo Switch is completely up-to-date is a good way to avoid any issues and establish that the system is running as efficiently as possible.

The same goes for your Nintendo Switch’s Joy-Cons, though updating your controllers is slightly different from the console itself.

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If you want to update your Joy-Cons to ensure they are also up-to-date and efficient, we can help.

How Do I Update My Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons?

To update your Joy-Cons, follow these steps:

It is important to note that your Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons have to be docked with the Switch console to be updated.

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Utilizing the Nintendo Switch’sSystem Settingsis also a useful way to ensure that every eligible feature of your Nintendo Switch console is up-to-date.

Things likeensuring your Nintendo Switch system and games are fully updatedas well as your Joy-Con updates can all be found withinSystem Settings.

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Always Ensure Your Nintendo Switch Is Up-to-Date

Now with your Joy-Cons updated and ready to go, you may ensure that both your console and its controllers are up-to-date.

In terms of troubleshooting, ensuring your device is running on the latest software helps to limit the number of possible bugs and issues you may experience with your Nintendo Switch and Joy-Cons.

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If you are still experiencing issues on a fully updated Nintendo Switch, however, you may want to troubleshoot further with common issues experienced with the Nintendo Switch.

The Nintendo Switch usually works without a hitch, but it’s not immune to problems. Here’s how to resolve any issues you might encounter.

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