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How to Change the Date and Time on Nintendo Switch

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

Learn how to set or adjust the clock on the Nintendo Switch console.

Complete these steps

  1. Select System Settings from the HOME Menu. The Nintendo Switch Home Menu screen
  2. Scroll down the options on the left and select System.
  3. Select Date and Time on the right-hand side of the screen. Date and Time highlighted in the System section of System Settings Enter your Parental Controls PIN, if prompted.
  4. Choose one of the following methods to set the date and time:
    • Synchronize Clock via Internet: Press the A Button to synchronize the console with the date and time on the Internet.
    • Manually: Select the correct time zone and date and time, then OK.

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