The instructions apply to games for Steam and non-Steam games on Windows.

Use the cable that came with your Switch controller or any USB-C cable.

In older versions of Windows, go toDevices>Bluetooth & other devices.

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Turn on Bluetooth if it’s not already enabled, then selectAdd rig.

Select thePro Controllerin the list of available devices to connect via Bluetooth.

However, for best results, you should customize and calibrate your controller in the Steam options.

Bluetooth & devices highlighted in Windows 11 Settings

fire up the Steam Client and go toSteam>prefs.

In the Steam tweaks, selectController, then selectGeneral Controller tweaks.

SelectSwitch Pro Configuration Support.

Bluetooth toggle On and Add a device highlighted in Windows 11 Settings

Optionally, chooseUse Nintendo Button Layoutto change the button mapping.

Under Detected Controllers, chooseXbox 360 Controller.

SelectCalibrateto calibrate the joystick or selectPreferencesfor more options.

Bluetooth in Windows 11 Add a Device options

Give the controller a name, set the rumble feature on or off, then selectSubmitto confirm.

Why Isn’t My Switch Pro Controller Working With Steam?

The Switch controller works best when you play games in Big Picture Mode directly through Steam.

Sync button on Nintendo Switch Pro Controller

The controls may not work properly if you launch a game from your desktop.

To open Big Picture Mode, select theBig Pictureicon in the upper-right corner of Steam.

For example, the8BitDo Wireless USB Adapterlets you connect Nintendo Switch and Wii U controllers to your Windows PC.

Settings in the Steam menu in the Steam client

The exact steps depend on which throw in of adapter you use.

Once connected, your machine will recognize the Switch controller as an Xbox controller.

These types of programs translate inputs from your Switch controller into Xbox inputs that Windows can understand.

Controller and General Controller Settings in the Steam Client

Can I Connect Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons to My PC?

It’s also possible touse Switch Joy-Con controllers on a PCby connecting them via Bluetooth.

it’s possible for you to evenconnect your Switch to your PCwith an HDMI capture card.

Switch Pro Configuration Support in Steam Controller Settings

On a PC, unplug the Switch controller or disconnect it from Bluetooth.

If the LED lights on the Switch Pro Controller keep flashing, it can’t connect to your equipment.

Move closer and ensure Bluetooth is enabled.

Use Nintendo Button Layout highlighted in Steam Controller Settings

you’ve got the option to use an adapter toconnect a PS4 or Xbox Controller to your Switch.

Go toSettings>Controllers and Sensorsand turn onPro Controller Wired Communication, then pair your devices.

Xbox 360 Controller and Calibrate in Steam Controller Settings

Preferences and Submit in Steam Personalize Your Controller Settings

Steam Big Picture Mode

8BitDo Wireless USB Adapter

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