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  1. How to Transfer Screenshots and Video Captures to a Smart Device Wirelessly on Nintendo Switch

    How to transfer game screenshots and video captures from Nintendo Switch to a smart phone, tablet, or other smart device through a wireless connection. Note: Some software does not support transferring screenshots and videos. Complete these steps From the HOME Menu, select Album. Choose a screenshot or video capture. Select Sharing and Editing... KA ID: 53138 Meta-Answer ID: 42647
  2. How to Change the Date and Time on Nintendo Switch

    Learn how to set or adjust the clock on the Nintendo Switch console. Complete these steps Select System Settings from the HOME Menu. Scroll down the options on the left and select System. Select Date and Time on the right-hand side of the screen. Enter your Parental... KA ID: 22557 Meta-Answer ID: 18074
  3. How to Initialize Nintendo Switch Without Deleting Save Data

    In this article, you'll learn how to initialize the Nintendo Switch without deleting save data in Maintenance Mode. Important: The initialization is done in Maintenance Mode, which cannot be accessed if the console is powered on or in sleep mode. Note Save data, screenshots, and user information will not be... KA ID: 22347 Meta-Answer ID: 17864
  4. Unable to Pair a New Bluetooth Audio Device to Nintendo Switch

    Steps for when you try to pair a new Bluetooth audio device, such as headphones, to your Nintendo Switch console, but you are unable to successfully pair the device. Note: If you are trying to connect a Bluetooth audio device that you have previously paired, follow our steps for Unable to Connect to a Saved Bluetooth Audio Device instead. What to do Update your... KA ID: 55976 Meta-Answer ID: 44572
  5. How to Delete a User Account on Nintendo Switch

    Steps to delete a user account and associated save data on Nintendo Switch. Important: Deleting a user account will delete all save data associated to the account. Save data cannot be restored after it is deleted. Note: If the user account is linked to a Nintendo Account... KA ID: 22380 Meta-Answer ID: 17897
  6. How to Transfer Nintendo Switch Screenshots and Video Captures to a Computer Via a USB Cable

    In this article, you'll learn how to transfer game screenshots and video captures from Nintendo Switch to a computer using a USB cable. Important Game screenshots and video captures can be transferred from a Nintendo Switch system to a computer using a USB cable that supports data transfer (sold separately). The feature Copy to a... KA ID: 53664 Meta-Answer ID: 42920
  7. How to Access the Power Menu (Turn Off, Restart, Sleep Mode) on Nintendo Switch

    How to access power off, restart, or set the system to Sleep Mode on Nintendo Switch. Complete these steps Press and hold the POWER Button for at least three seconds to access the Power Menu. Select Power Options Opciones de apagado Options d'alimentation Opções de desligar. Select... KA ID: 22319 Meta-Answer ID: 17836
  8. How to Edit User Profile Settings on Nintendo Switch

    In this article, you'll learn how to adjust a user’s profile settings, including nickname, icon, and background on the Nintendo Switch console. Complete these steps You can reach the User Settings menu the following ways: From the user's page From the HOME Menu, select the user’s page you wish to edit. Select User Settings. From System... KA ID: 22332 Meta-Answer ID: 17849
  9. How to Perform a System Update on Nintendo Switch

    How to update the system version on a Nintendo Switch console. Important: The Nintendo Switch console must be connected online to download a system update. Note: In most situations, the Nintendo Switch will automatically download the most recent system update... KA ID: 22418 Meta-Answer ID: 17935
  10. How to Change the System Region on Nintendo Switch

    In this article, you'll learn how to change the system region on Nintendo Switch. Important: In order to change the region, you will need to agree to be bound by the End-User License Agreement for the selected region and restart your console. If you do not agree to be so bound, do... KA ID: 22356 Meta-Answer ID: 17873
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