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Cracks, Blotches, or Runny Colors on Nintendo Switch Screen

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

The information in this article can help you when:

  • The console screen on the Nintendo Switch console has cracks, blotches or runny colors.
  • The console screen seems dim or has a yellow tint.
  • The console screen appears to have discolored sections while on a dark background.

What to do

  1. Power off the console and remove any screen protectors, if applicable.
  2. Power the console back on and ensure it has the latest system update.
  3. Try adjusting the screen brightness or changing the theme on the screen to see if this helps improve the issue.

Situation not resolved

If the issue persists, the Nintendo Switch console will need to be sent in for service.

For your convenience, Nintendo provides a quick and easy-to-use online service request process.

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