How to Turn Off Joy-Cons: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to easily turn off your Joy-Cons for your Nintendo Switch with this quick guide.

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To turn off Joy-Cons, first detach them from your Nintendo Switch. Press and hold the synchronization button on each Joy-Con until the lights turn off. Alternatively, you can turn them off through the System Settings: go to 'Controllers and Sensors' and select 'Disconnect Controllers.' This will power down all connected Joy-Cons.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I turn off Joy-Cons while they are attached? No, you need to detach them from the Nintendo Switch to turn them off manually.
  2. What should I do if my Joy-Cons won't turn off? If your Joy-Cons aren't turning off, try resetting them by holding the synchronization button or checking your system settings.
  3. Do Joy-Cons turn off automatically? Yes, Joy-Cons can turn off automatically if they are not connected to the Nintendo Switch for a certain period.

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