How to Turn off Your Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
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Wondering how to power down your Nintendo Switch Pro Controller? You’re in good company!
Let’s dive into the easy steps to turn off your Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, keeping it ready for your next gaming adventure.
Quick and Easy: Turning Off Your Pro Controller
Turning off your Nintendo Switch Pro Controller is simple! Just press and hold the small circular button on the top of the controller between the L and R buttons for about 5 seconds. The lights will turn off, indicating that the controller is off.
If you want to ensure the controller doesn’t wake up your Switch by accident, it’s a good idea to disconnect it from the console. You can do this by going into the System Settings on your Switch, selecting ‘Controllers and Sensors,’ and then ‘Disconnect Controllers.’ Remember, the next time you want to play, you’ll need to reconnect your Pro Controller.
Why Turn Off Your Nintendo Switch Pro Controller?
There are a couple of good reasons to turn off your Pro Controller when you’re not using it. First, it saves battery life, meaning you can play for longer without needing a charge. Also, it prevents accidental button presses from waking up your Nintendo Switch, keeping it in sleep mode and saving its battery too.
Plus, turning off your Pro Controller keeps it in top condition, ready for your next gaming session.
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