We also don't want it to know we're two-timin' it. (If your Switch is in the same room as your PC, I recommend turning it off, just to keep your Bluetooth environment clear. Note that if you decide to connect via Bluetooth, without using the 8Bitdo adapter method above, you cannot charge the controller while it's connected, so make sure its battery is topped off before you start.įirst, disconnect it from your Switch by holding the small circular button on the top of the controller to the left of the USB-C port. You only need to follow these steps if you want to play wirelessly and chose not to buy the 8Bitdo adapter for Bluetooth connectivity. The (slightly) harder way: Windows Bluetooth setup Now it's time to connect that controller. Install its drivers and reboot as it instructs you to. Unzip BetterJoy, open the folder it created when you unzipped it, and head to the drivers folder within. You're most of the way there! But because this is a DirectInput controller (like most gamepads other than the Xbox's), if you aren't using Steam's built-in controller interface, some games won't recognize the controller without some extra software.īetterJoy is a piece of open source software specifically built to use the Switch Pro controller and joy-cons as generic XInput devices (and to make them easier to use with emulators). Within a few seconds, Windows 10 should pop up with a new connected device: Pro Controller. You should be able to use the USB-A to USB-C cable that came with the controller, or you can use a USB-C to USB-C cable, if your PC has the appropriate port. Plug your Switch Pro controller into the PC with a USB cable. Note: You only need to follow these steps if you're not using the Switch Pro Controller through Steam.ġ. The (slightly) harder way: Windows installation guide If you don't want to spend the $20, follow the guide below. As a bonus, this will work on multiple consoles and with tons of other controllers, too, including the Switch Joy Cons, PS4 controller, Wii remotes, and more.

It'll make Windows see the controller like it would an Xbox gamepad, and supports the button/joystick inputs and motion controls (but not vibration).

The $20 8Bitdo Bluetooth adapter helps you bypass most of the finicky setup below by handling the Bluetooth connection and making Windows play nice with the controller without any extra software. (Image credit: 8Bitdo) 8Bitdo adapter: Easy Bluetooth and XInput support

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