We hope you didn’t miss the introduction of the new Nintendo Switch OLED. Even if you did, you can still connect your old Switch or Switch Lite to enjoy some enjoyable games. There are actually some helpful tips that can enhance your experience using this device.
1. Find a Misplaced Joy-Con
Don’t fret if you can’t locate your Joy-Con on a couch: the Switch can assist you in finding it quickly. Just click on the Controllers button on the main screen and then go to the Find Controllers option. By selecting it, any paired Joy-Con or controller will produce a vibration that you can feel or hear.
2. Connect Bluetooth Devices
The Switch has a Bluetooth feature, allowing you to easily link your favorite noise-canceling headphones for a comfortable gaming experience. Simply navigate to System settings > Bluetooth Audio > Pair Device.
3. Control Your TV
Surprisingly, the Switch can power on your TV! It's simple to connect it to the device by going to Settings > TV Settings > Match TV Power State. Keep in mind that not all screens are compatible with the Switch.
4. Make Friends
Before playing with your friends, you'll need to exchange friend codes. To do so, go to your Mii picture and click Add Friend. In the Search with Friend Code section, enter their numbers. Once done, ensure that both of you have the game you want to play. Unfortunately, online multiplayer requires a Nintendo Online subscription.
5. Utilize Voice Chat
To use this function, download the Switch Online mobile app. Afterward, all players can join the same room and enjoy chatting.
6. Monitor Your Progress
Wondering how long you've spent hunting for a specific item or defeating a boss? You can easily check that. Go to your Mii picture, switch to Profile, and view the estimated time you've dedicated to playing a particular game. If you have friends, you can also see the games they've recently played.
7. Conserve Energy and Battery Life
Noticed that your screen time significantly drains your battery? While docked, there's no issue, but in handheld mode, the screen may work for an extra 10 minutes. To reduce battery consumption, go to System Settings > Sleep Mode > Auto-Sleep, where you can adjust when the Switch goes into sleep mode.
8. Generate Odd Sounds on the Unlock Screen
Unlocking the Switch by pressing the button three times, right? Try pressing the right and left control sticks, ZL trigger, and ZR trigger to hear amusing unusual noises like a clown horn. Vary the pressure in different locations to alter the clicky noise pitch based on your touch.
9. Transfer Saves to a New Switch
If you upgraded to a new Switch OLED, don't worry about losing your previous save data. Logging into your old profiles can easily restore game saves and screen recordings to the new console.
10. Connect a USB Keyboard
Flip your Switch dock around to find three USB ports. This means you can connect a USB keyboard to the console and use it for typing in searches or passwords.
Make Your Time Enjoyable
The Nintendo Switch offers numerous interesting and practical features that can be utilized anytime. Here we've covered just a few, and we'll continue to discover more. What other Nintendo Switch tips would you like to learn about? Do you frequently use these hacks? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
