How to Attach/Detach and Wear the Joy-Con Strap

Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, Nintendo Switch - OLED Model

How to attach, detach, and wear the Joy-Con straps with the Joy-Con controllers.

Important: Always attach the Joy-Con strap accessories to the Joy-Con when using them as detached wireless controllers.

Complete these steps

How to attach the Joy-Con straps
Important: The Joy-Con strap accessories (model No. HAC-014) can be used on either Joy-Con controller (Left or Right).
1. Unlock the Joy-Con strap slide lock.
2. Line the strap up with the Joy-Con to confirm correct orientation.
  - Align the - symbol on the left Joy-Con with the - symbol on one of the Joy-Con straps. Then align the + symbol on the right Joy-Con with the + symbol on the other Joy-Con strap.
3. Slide the strap onto the rail of the the Joy-Con from top to bottom until you hear a click.
4. Lock the Joy-Con strap slide lock.
How to detach the Joy-Con straps
1. Unlock the Joy-Con strap slide lock.
2. Slide the Joy-Con strap from bottom to top. You do not need to press the release button on the back of the controller.
How to wear the Joy-Con straps
1. Confirm the Joy-Con strap slide lock is locked.
2. Place your hand through the wrist strap on the Joy-Con strap and hold the Joy-Con controller firmly in your hand.
3. Press down on the strap lock button and slide it towards your wrist to tighten the strap and prevent it from falling off your wrist.
  - Do not over-tighten the strap, as this may cause discomfort.