How To Fix Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Controller Disconnecting Issue

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If one or two of your Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers keeps disconnecting, the cause of the problem is most likely temporarily. Most of controller issues for this console have so far been fixable on a user’s level. So, in case you’re one of the unlucky gamers who have a disconnecting controller all the time, this troubleshooting guide may help you.

Learn what you need to do below in order to fix your issue.

Causes why Joy-Con controllers may be  disconnecting on Nintendo Switch

There are a number of possible reasons for your controller issue. You want to eliminate one after the other in order to identify the reason for your problem.

Random bug.

Electronic devices may encounter glitches that can lead to major issues. One of the known bugs for Nintendo Switch consoles so far is the phenomenon of some Joy-Con controllers randomly disconnecting. Although the issue has lingered for years, Nintendo has not so far offered a permanent fix, probably because the factors may vary in an affected system. 

Bluetooth signal interference.

Some Joy-Con connection issues are traced to poor Bluetooth connection. If you have multiple Bluetooth devices running around the house while playing, it’s possible that one of them might be interfering with the console or with the controllers. Modern Bluetooth devices, including your Nintendo Switch, can handle Bluetooth signal interference by design but from time to time, issues can still come out from nowhere.

Hardware malfunction.

Bad hardware can be likely to blame if all software troubleshooting tips, including factory reset,  have been tried. You should consider having the console checked by a professional from Nintendo if you’ve already tried all software solutions.

Just like any electronic device, Joy-Con controllers are not immune from hardware damage. If you dropped or damaged a malfunctioning controller prior to noticing the problem, you may have a physical problem at hand. In this case, you may need to replace the damaged controller.

Software glitch.

Majority of controller issues are software-related. This means that a factory reset will most likely fix the problem. Never hesitate to initialize the console if the controllers continue to disconnect.

Troubleshooting Nintendo Switch Joy-Con connection issues

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