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Nintendo Switch Troubleshooting: Fix Common Problems

The first step towards a working Nintendo Switch is identifying the problem. Select one of our preferred guides below to diagnose and solve Nintendo Switch common issues.

Not Charging

Is your Nintendo Switch not charging? Is the Try some of the troubleshooting steps on this page.

Battery
Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Switch

Blue Screen of Death

If your Nintendo Switch or Switch Lite is displaying a blue screen, commonly known as the Blue Screen of Death this page will help to diagnose the cause.

Screen
Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Switch

Won't Turn On

Have a look at this page if your Nintendo Switch isn't powering on, it will not charge or will not turn on even if it is charging.

Power
Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Switch

Black Screen

Is your Nintendo Switch only showing a black screen? Try some of the troubleshooting tips on this page

Screen
Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Switch

Overheating

Is your Nintendo Switch feeling warm or giving an error about being too hot to play? try some of the troubleshooting steps on this page to resolve the issue.

Temperature
Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Switch

Battery Draining Fast

Is the battery on your Nintendo Switch draining faster than normal? Try some of the troubleshooting tips on this page.

Battery
Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Switch

Will Not Connect to WiFi

Is your Nintendo Switch having issues connecting to your Wi-Fi? Do you get errord when connecting? Does your Switch crash, or boot to an orange screen? Try some of these tips.

Connection
Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Switch

No Video Out

Is your Switch in the dock, but nothing shows up on your TV? Can’t get any video out to an external display? Take a look at these fixes.

Input/Output
Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Switch

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