How to Connect Nintendo Switch Controller to PC?

Turn on Bluetooth on your PC

Put the Nintendo Switch controller into pairing mode

For Joy-Con, press and hold the small sync button until the lights start flashing

For Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, press and hold the sync button on the top until the lights start flashing

On your PC, open Bluetooth settings

Select Add device or Pair new device

Choose the controller from the list of available devices

Wait for the connection to complete

If needed, install or open Steam

In Steam, go to Settings

Open Controller settings

Enable Nintendo Switch Pro Controller support

Test the controller in a game or controller settings

If Bluetooth does not work, connect the controller with a USB cable

Use a USB-C cable for the Pro Controller

Use a compatible charging or data cable for Joy-Con charging grip or adapter

If the controller is not detected, restart Bluetooth on the PC and try pairing again

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