Nintendo Switch became one of the best home consoles since its release in 2017. Just like Ninty's previous consoles like GameCube, Gameboy, Wii, Entertainment System, and others, Nintendo Switch can malfunction if technical problems are encountered. Here's how you can fix them.

How to Fix Nintendo Switch Problems

Dock scratching the Switch

One of the most common problems especially to the new users is encountering scratches from docks. The problem is it's easy for the dock to damage the screen of your Switch. When the two pieces of plastic collide with the screen upon inserting into the dock, it will likely get minor scratches so make sure you put it flat in its place.

To solve your problems, buy a Nintendo Switch screen protector so any damage that can happen will be lessened. The problem, however, is the incorrect cuts in the protector kits which cause bubbles when wrongly placed. On the other hand, you can go with tempered glass but make sure that you will wait for a day before docking your Switch because the adhesive of the temper glass protector could melt.

For some users, applying microfiber cloths work like charm. The cloths cover the two protruding plastic and the small foam pads.

No idea why JoyCons disconnected?

It appears that JoyCons splitting is the most common Switch problem. Sometimes, the JoyCons can separate for no apparent reason even in the middle of your game. If you are covering the front with your stand or you are pressing the controller hard, try to avoid them as it might worsen the problem.

Sean Hollister of CNET reported that a tiny foam placed in the internal antenna of the controller is beneficial. When he requested a fix from Nintendo, he found out that the item is the solution to the JoyCon desync issue, so it's a hardware problem.

You do not need to buy another JoyCon controller to fix your problem. Instead, just apply the conducive, square foam to your JoyCons then voila, that solves your problem. But, it's not guaranteed to work at all times, since some Switch players who have the original version of the console still run into that problem.

Switch bending

As a rule of thumb, do NOT leave your Switch in its dock for a long time, or else you will notice some minor bents on one side. In some worse cases, you could encounter difficulty in placing or removing your Switch from the dock.

Now for you to assess if your Switch has been subjected to bending, remove the JoyCons and put your Switch on an entirely flat table. If it seems bent, your Switch would sway at a slight touch.

The bending issue won't affect your gameplay so do not worry but, according to some players, their consoles appear to be bumpy so the Switch seems disproportionate outside the box. If the issue still bugs you, contact Nintendo for a better evaluation of the problem.

Cracks on your Switch case

Finding cracks on your switch case might not be common as the above-mentioned problems. The most common spot of cracks could be found in the card slot.

Cracks could have formed due to the bending of the Switch. For safety purposes, place your Switch in a case where it would not be damaged by any means inside the bag. In case that there is no way to fix them, just resume playing especially if only minimal cracks are seen or you might want to call Nintendo for repair or replacement.

Random screen flash or freeze

It's annoying if a game freezes in the middle of an intense game, or when a random flash appears. It's more upsetting if your game could not be saved and you have to restart your game.

To fix the problem, "hard-reset" your Switch simply by pressing down the power button for 15 seconds until it closes. Once you're done with it, open again your Switch. Some users have been tried "factory reset," but that alone does not solve the freeze.

Dead pixels

Another glaring problem is the presence of dead pixels or "screen jumps." It might be due to the defect of the LCD screen. In the case of the Nintendo Switch, such a problem is not covered by the warranty, so it is a natural imperfection of the screen.

In the case of Nintendo DS, the company has fixed the issue a long time ago, so for the case of the Switch, Nintendo could have considered dead pixels as 'norma' and not as a defect, as per Eurogamer.

Short Battery life

To solve the short battery problem of your Switch, purchase a second AC adapter. The other one is to buy a Switch charging case which prolongs the battery life of your console for much longer usage. It's proven effective plus you could charge another device when you plug in the case's battery in the dock when you are not using your Switch.

If it still does not work for you, purchase an external battery pack but be aware that it's the battery from your phone so be careful.

Drifting JoyCons controller

Sometimes, your Switch experiences sudden drifts after years of playing. It happens when analog sticks move on their own. In light of that, Nintendo is now repairing Joycons for free.

Error Code 2801-7180 popping out

A Facebook error called Error Code 2801-7180 would appear out of nowhere after you share your Switch game achievements on FB. Some users said that it took them months to solve the problem, but it still persists.

There's still no known solution to this problem as it is between FB and Nintendo. All you have to do is to keep an eye on the announcements of Nintendo, hoping that someday, this error could be fixed.

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Written by Joen Coronel