How to Attach and Detach Joy-Con Controllers from Nintendo Switch

One question that pops up a lot in threads for Nintendo Switch is how do you detach or attach the joy-con controllers from the Nintendo Switch. Most people are already aware of the procedure, but if you are someone who is not, then this is the article for you. We will tell you how you can attach or detach the Joy-Con controllers from the Nintendo Switch.

The Joy-Con controllers can only be paired with a single device at once. For the Switch device where you want to use the Joy-Con controllers, you have to pair the Joy-Cons with it. Once you do, then you can go ahead and enjoy the controllers. So in this article, let’s take a look at how to detach and then re-attach joy-con into a Nintendo Switch device.

How to Detach/Attach the Joy-Con Controllers from Nintendo Switch?

Detaching and attaching the joy-con controllers in a Nintendo Switch is as easy as changing the back cover of a handheld device.

To detach the Joy-Con controllers, just press and hold the release button at the back of the Joy-Con. Then slowly slide the Joy-con with a bottom to top motion, and you notice the Joy-Con coming off the device. After you have detached the Joy-Cons, remember to attach the Joy-Con straps before starting a game or software. These can be used as wireless controllers too as the Joy-Con registration information is not wiped out when you detach them from a Switch system.

To attach the Joy-Con controllers, first, make sure that the screen of the Switch is facing towards you. Now to make sure that both the Joy-Cons are appropriately fitted in the correct orientation, use the “-” button on the left Joy-Con and the “+” button on the right Joy-Con as indicators and then align their position appropriately. Now slide the sides of the Joy-Con with the rail on the sides of the console, and do that with a top to bottom motion until you hear a click when you reach the end.

So this how you detach or attach the Joy-Cons from or onto a Nintendo Switch. If you have any queries with this guide, then comment down below. Also, be sure to check out our other articles on iPhone tips and tricks, Android tips and tricks, PC tips and tricks, and much more for more useful information