How To Update Switch Pro Controller

Just as a quick reminder, or equally a new piece of info if you lot were unaware, that any new Switch firmware update brings with it a relatively high chance of further updates for your controllers, too. With Switch'due south Version 9.0.0 firmware update now well and truly out in the wild, information technology'south as well time to give your controllers some TLC.

After updating to Version ix.0.0. ourselves this morning, nosotros've noticed that all of our Joy-Con and Pro Controllers were as well due for an update. Nintendo never actually provides whatsoever information on what its controller updates do, but it's always worth having them upwardly to date to avoid unnecessary issues going forward.

If you're unsure on how to do this, nosotros've written some quick steps for you lot below:

Joy-Con

one) Make sure the Joy-Con you wish to update are fastened to the console.

2) From the Home menu, cull 'Organization Settings'. Then choose 'Controllers and Sensors' from the left-manus side.

3) Ringlet down to 'Update Controllers', printing information technology, and allow the console practice its affair. Brand sure to echo all steps for all of your Joy-Con.

Pro Controller

1) Plug your Pro Controller into your Switch dock using the charging cable provided in the box. It connects to the USB ports found on the side of the dock.

2) Use the Pro Controller to navigate to the 'Organization Settings' pick on the Home bill of fare. So choose 'Controllers and Sensors' from the left-manus side.

3) Choose 'Update Controllers' and your update should commence. Make sure to repeat all steps for all of your Pro Controllers.

Incidentally, the new Version 9.0.0. update has brought ane noticeable difference to the controllers, with their hidden LED lights now finally having a office.

If yous have any questions, experience free to mail service them below. We're sure someone from the team or any one of our lovely readers will be able to offering fifty-fifty more advice in response.