How To Use A Nintendo Switch Pro Controller On A PC With Steam - Wired & Wireless

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  • @Schmoqyyy
    @Schmoqyyy Рік тому +15

    0:49 "take any usb-c cable". Its not that simple I had to use unironically 10 different cables to get it connected.

    • @curtisb8557
      @curtisb8557 3 місяці тому +1

      @Schmoqyyy reddit is saying any cable should work as well. I'm unsure why you had issues. the U in usb stands for universal, and the lowest specs on a cheap usb should be way too powerful to operate a simple controller. it may not charge quickly or move data fast, but it's doing a simple job. as long as the cable is intact. sorry you had issues tho

  • @oceangirl0747
    @oceangirl0747 2 роки тому +15

    Thank you so much for this, I couldn’t find what was wrong with my controller anywhere, I’m new to pc gaming and was confused as hell when it wasn’t working in game

  • @FernandoES-o1x
    @FernandoES-o1x Рік тому +3

    you saved my life greetings from peru, lima

  • @zaraheart
    @zaraheart Рік тому +6

    Selecting the “use Nintendo button layout” option actually made the buttons in the game swap but when I turned it off they went back to normal. It’s so weird. Some games do that and some don’t, so just make sure to check those settings just incase.

  • @melissaleyton547
    @melissaleyton547 5 місяців тому

    brooo, thank you so much, i was really confused trying to do it and i tried this tutorial and worked :D

  • @darkvendar895
    @darkvendar895 2 роки тому +42

    I plugged it in and nothings happening. Its not turning on but windows knows its connected. Im on windows 10.

    • @thesideswipelegend5029
      @thesideswipelegend5029 2 роки тому +4

      Same

    • @zaraheart
      @zaraheart Рік тому

      Are you using a knock off? I know some knock offs won’t work. Could also be steam settings

    • @Mimiyan_or_Pikapikafan
      @Mimiyan_or_Pikapikafan 29 днів тому

      ​@@zaraheartI'm personally having issues with this also, but specifically I'm using a non-First party switch controller that has on the box the little stamp or whatever it's called that means its nintendo approved/endorsed

  • @Chair_0809
    @Chair_0809 Рік тому

    Thank you, I never would have gotten this without this video!

  • @allouthd3866
    @allouthd3866 Рік тому +8

    Why does the lights on mine keep going left and right after being connected to the pc through bluettoth? It works perfectly, but they just keep on going.

  • @teufelszahn
    @teufelszahn Рік тому +1

    What was helping me, was shortly connecting my controller with the cable to my computer, then bluetooth magiclly worked

  • @gulchbrammer1967
    @gulchbrammer1967 2 роки тому +7

    It says my controller's paired, yet the lights at the bottom of the controller are off. Whenever I make an input, it does the "Searching for a device to connect to" thing. What should I do?

  • @Theagames10
    @Theagames10 Рік тому +1

    I have a problem with the 8Bitdo Ultimate Controller (Bluetooth) I have. It comes with a little 2.4 dongle and it works, it just stops my internet, like it interferes with my network bandwidth, which is also 2.4Ghz. (I was told by friends at work that it shouldn't be interfering at all)
    Trying to use Bluetooth with my PC also does this, but the controller is working perfectly with Switch in Bluetooth mode. The only way for me to use the controller on PC with no problems is with the wire that comes with it, and I don't really want to use it like that since I already have a wired controller in my room that was for an Xbox.

    • @Haxnschorsch
      @Haxnschorsch Рік тому +1

      I have the same problem. I can link it via bluetooth in the settings but the blue light does not go on and the controller is not connected. No problems when connected via wire. I would like to use that controller when playing on my tv.

  • @markymark443
    @markymark443 Рік тому +3

    my wired controller was perfectly fine before, now suddenly my computer doesn't detect it at all. no, the wire and usb port are not faulty because they both work with other things. it is specifically the pro controller (which worked perfectly fine a few days ago, mind you). I hate using wireless as the only option because it disconnects and/or has extreme input delay and it's beyond infuriating.

    • @Yuito-bs
      @Yuito-bs Рік тому +1

      same, i need help

  • @nellystinky
    @nellystinky 11 місяців тому

    bro your a big helper thank you man

  • @javionblitz
    @javionblitz Рік тому

    Thanks man really helped

  • @misfitdragonintheskyandsta6296

    I've tried connecting mine both wirelessly and with a USB wire, but the lights never show the "player 1" mode. It just keeps showing the syncing mode. What's even weirder is that my laptop says that it's connected during both methods. I don't know what I'm doing wrong...

  • @DifferentLOL
    @DifferentLOL 2 роки тому +4

    Do I have to delte and resync the pro controller every time I wand to use it on my PC without a cable?

  • @Gkdf_Cbd
    @Gkdf_Cbd 2 роки тому +1

    thank you so much! I have tried so many other videos and they did not work

  • @4kandcd476
    @4kandcd476 2 роки тому

    This was very helpful! Thank you!! ❤

  • @Deegman7043
    @Deegman7043 5 місяців тому +1

    When I connect it the light on the controller keeps moving like it’s still searching for a connection and it won’t appear on steam

  • @Robo975
    @Robo975 2 роки тому

    Thanks you so much! This video helped me a lot.

  • @NotMyFormerSelf
    @NotMyFormerSelf Рік тому +1

    My Controller gets recognized by my PC, but not by Steam when it's connected via Cable. When i connect it via Bluetooth, it gets recognized by Steam, but i also have a HUGE input delay ingame..

  • @Apo..
    @Apo.. Рік тому

    Thank you, workes very Well

  • @bobodo45
    @bobodo45 2 роки тому

    Great video!

  • @angelv2598
    @angelv2598 Рік тому +1

    I have my pro controller plugged in and it doesn’t get detected by the PC, I removed it from my switch so it doesn’t turn that on by accident and it still doesn’t detect it. I tried the sensory button but that doesn’t work either for me.

  • @divergentlife493
    @divergentlife493 Рік тому +1

    What about the controller that comes with the OLED? Can I just use my own wire?

  • @jeanpierre3061
    @jeanpierre3061 Рік тому +1

    question im in the market for a new controller and I want one that works for both PC & Switch. I know the Pro controller is the go to, but I don't like the triggers of switch pro controller. Was hoping I could use the Xbox one controller. Any other good recommendations?

  • @feelsgood-looksbad7345
    @feelsgood-looksbad7345 Рік тому

    Thank you. It works great. :)

  • @Raj17171
    @Raj17171 11 місяців тому

    Can you make a video on how to use the switch controller on pc and how to configure the buttons on non-steam games? Trying to figure out how to use this controller for palworld but the buttons are all off. Thanks!

  • @Error.404-PageNotFound
    @Error.404-PageNotFound 5 місяців тому

    THANK YOU SO MUCH MAN

  • @kat_eternity2.0
    @kat_eternity2.0 2 роки тому

    It works! Thanks so much!

  • @RINI5805
    @RINI5805 2 роки тому +4

    the controller works in steam big mode but not in ANY game... any idea why?

    • @sneaks9150
      @sneaks9150 2 роки тому

      No, and its driving me insane. I cant even walk with my controler in gta 5, and L trigger is A, and other random imputs.

    • @goncalopedroso4425
      @goncalopedroso4425 2 роки тому

      you have reWASD, but you have to pay to use

  • @miko65789
    @miko65789 Рік тому +2

    Hi there I have a slight problem with connecting it I use a powerA switch controller (wireless) and it did work for connecting in the windows Bluetooth but in steam it did not detect my controller. It would really help if you can help with this

  • @walterheartwellwhite320
    @walterheartwellwhite320 Рік тому +1

    hey, steam didnt detect my controller.... 2:56

  • @Dmwntkp99
    @Dmwntkp99 10 місяців тому

    How reliable is this connection vs 2.4ghz dongle of other controllers performance?

  • @Zapie020
    @Zapie020 2 роки тому +1

    it helps me to connect my controller but just one game doesnt work, roblox, i cant start it with steam unless i press it in the steam app, and when i do that it just downloads roblox again...

  • @plsreleasethekraken
    @plsreleasethekraken Рік тому

    What Rainmeter skin is that with the little boat guy?

  • @alphasniper166
    @alphasniper166 5 місяців тому

    Hey, thanks for your perfectly understandable video !
    However, a problem remain for me : i have a switch pro controller that i connected by bluetooth to my pc (i did the exact same setup than you to connect) and even if the controller is "connected" to the pc, the LED is still cycling. In consequence, the menu including "game rumble, "steam haptics" and "layout button" doesn't pop and the message "No controllers detected" is still here...
    I hope you'll see this comment and be able to help me

  • @Ajitani_Hifumi345
    @Ajitani_Hifumi345 Рік тому

    I did it thank you so much for this

  • @shamassive
    @shamassive Рік тому

    So good!

  • @hugh_dancy
    @hugh_dancy Рік тому +2

    hello where can i find the video about using controller for non-steam game in detail

  • @stinger3226
    @stinger3226 Рік тому

    I have an afterglow wave wireless controller switch and i did everything that you said however when i go to stream controller settings it doesn’t show general controller and nor does it say my device why is that happening?

  • @danielfernandezviedma8394
    @danielfernandezviedma8394 Рік тому

    I have a problem playing Ori and the will of the wisp. The ZL and ZR dont work properly. Any idea?

  • @ThePsyco2010
    @ThePsyco2010 2 місяці тому

    If my light is red on my controller does that mean it’s connected? Or does it have to be orange?

  • @GoldTistic
    @GoldTistic Рік тому

    I have a wireless controller that doesn't look like the one you have, but its still a switch controller and it wont show up on Bluetooth devices. Is this because on the box it only says that it "Works with oled, normal, and lite"?

  • @horrorvania
    @horrorvania 20 днів тому

    Thank you!

  • @yamesithegamer
    @yamesithegamer Рік тому

    while i logged in to my steam, i couldnt use it for ESPXE.. its wont let me set the joypad

  • @josevalacanikaibau7094
    @josevalacanikaibau7094 Рік тому

    Thank you. The controller worked fine but I ran into an issue. I can't seem to figure out how to get the controller vibration activated. I've turned it on in the game and from Steam but still doesn't work. Note it's a none stram game. Please help!

  • @lucasyeh3998
    @lucasyeh3998 Рік тому

    Does this work with the NSW enchanced Wireless Controller aswell? I have connected it and my computer can detect it but steam cant. What do i do?

    • @nrgsnaz5738
      @nrgsnaz5738 Рік тому

      set up a generic controller on steam i think and use that

  • @DevilishGamer1010
    @DevilishGamer1010 2 роки тому

    my controller is already paiored with pc and it hs the P1 light up but steam says they cant find it

  • @gentletal5101
    @gentletal5101 Рік тому

    Im not sure what to do anymore.
    I had it working fine and dandy, then it changed to switch then xbox, but the B isn't working

  • @sabrimarzouki8721
    @sabrimarzouki8721 2 роки тому

    Hello bro i was watching your video about the controller ps5 but please can you help me 😭🙏 i play Euro truck simulator 2 on my phone with other controller everything is good but with ps5 no can you give me a solution 🙏🙏🙏🙏😔😔

  • @kenjifox4264
    @kenjifox4264 8 місяців тому

    is it possible to connect the controller to a Mac with the usb cable? (using no bluetooth)

  • @ThomasVansomeren-lz7kz
    @ThomasVansomeren-lz7kz Рік тому

    I do not have that one, how do you connect the other one

  • @Yuito-bs
    @Yuito-bs Рік тому

    iv got a big problem with wired connection, there is no orange light. my controller doesnt connect inventho its plugged in. my pc doesnt have bluetooth so its the only way

  • @TheGamerPandA
    @TheGamerPandA Рік тому +2

    Is there a tutorial for the cabled/wired version of the controller my pc doesn’t have a Bluetooth built in. I also prefer wired on pc to avoid input lag or other issues like controller going to sleep mode/disconnecting.

    • @TheHowToGuy123
      @TheHowToGuy123  Рік тому +2

      You can still follow this video, just skip connecting the controller with Bluetooth

  • @MrGreenSheepYoutube
    @MrGreenSheepYoutube Рік тому

    I was wondering why my controller wouldn't connect, then i found out that if i use my wireless headphones, it doesn't work 😂😂😂😂

  • @CookieFiend519
    @CookieFiend519 Рік тому

    My GameCube Edition pro controller won’t connect to my PC after I turn it off with the sync button.

  • @abnmr2830
    @abnmr2830 Рік тому

    Can anybody answer if the bluetooth is on and working while the controller is connecter to a PC via USB cable? Or it only turns on when tryint to pair with a device, using the sync button?

  • @Angels-Haven
    @Angels-Haven 2 роки тому +2

    I used to be able to change the brightness of the LED and identify it to vibrate the controller but it doesn't seem to do that anymore, any ideas why?

    • @CDB137
      @CDB137 2 роки тому +1

      This recently just started happening to me as well. There is no blue light on the pro controller when I connect to steam and there is no vibration anymore. It has been driving me crazy trying to fix it for the past couple of days! I'm glad I'm not the only one it happened to.

    • @Angels-Haven
      @Angels-Haven 2 роки тому +1

      @@CDB137 apparently it's because of a recent steam update, I sent them a bug report and you probably should too

    • @CDB137
      @CDB137 2 роки тому

      @@Angels-Haven Hmm makes sense that it would be an update. Thanks for the info! I'll make sure I get a report out to them as well!

    • @Angels-Haven
      @Angels-Haven 2 роки тому

      @@CDB137 awesome, the more of us tell them about this hopefully the quicker they'll resolve it

  • @expat8460
    @expat8460 2 роки тому

    Wonder if this work for gamepass

  • @weldorian
    @weldorian 4 місяці тому

    what if i play games on microsoft store? my controller wont work wirelessly in game

  • @schnickschnack4030
    @schnickschnack4030 Рік тому

    My controller doesnt show a controller light and i even updated it on the switch, nothing helped. Any ideas? Even tryed several USB Ports.

  • @vibrantoucan8890
    @vibrantoucan8890 Рік тому

    3:00. Nope it lists it as xbox controller

  • @beijingpete
    @beijingpete 6 місяців тому

    Many thanks.

  • @landonfrye1619
    @landonfrye1619 Рік тому +1

    My pc recognizes the controller, but the player lights are still scrolling. Has anyone else experienced this or does anyone know how to fix this?

  • @GlaubeImFokus
    @GlaubeImFokus 2 роки тому +1

    my pc doesnt recognize it as a controller it thinks its a keyboard/mouse

  • @THEOGPBJ
    @THEOGPBJ Рік тому

    you da lifesaver

  • @sickofdaniel
    @sickofdaniel 2 роки тому

    whats the name of the wallpaper tho

  • @Not_noname
    @Not_noname Рік тому

    i want to play rocket league but when i try putting it into steam it tells me catistrophic failure

  • @יואברז-ו9ע
    @יואברז-ו9ע 5 місяців тому

    My pro controller not getting detected at all
    Using cable and the cable works with my Xbox controller

  • @sohaibhamdan2114
    @sohaibhamdan2114 2 роки тому

    i bought the rockstar version so idk what to do cause i dont have a ps4 controller

  • @fronkolicious8234
    @fronkolicious8234 Рік тому

    for some reason my controller doesnt not show up on add a device and idk why

  • @tedstermcmuffin1384
    @tedstermcmuffin1384 2 роки тому

    im tryna play fifa and it wont detect the controller wireless or when i plug it in how do i connect it atleast

    • @tedstermcmuffin1384
      @tedstermcmuffin1384 2 роки тому

      Never mind i clicked the other devices instead of bluetooth devices

  • @wheeliekid_15
    @wheeliekid_15 11 місяців тому

    Idek why but it just makes me mad to see him plug it in and it works instantly when i do it it just sits in pairing mode for 2 hours

  • @wisemysticaltree4799
    @wisemysticaltree4799 2 роки тому

    bro im trying to get warzone 2 working with this controller to get gyro aim, but its just reconizing it as a mouse lol.

  • @AdhyanshKhatana
    @AdhyanshKhatana 26 днів тому

    We can play Pokemon games also

  • @Direpompano
    @Direpompano 6 місяців тому

    thanks!

  • @herbyalexis324
    @herbyalexis324 Рік тому

    Thank you

  • @NeddyASMR.
    @NeddyASMR. 11 місяців тому

    wired didn't work had to use normal cable because i don't have an official one

  • @sabrinazanatta6561
    @sabrinazanatta6561 Рік тому

    thank you!!!!!

  • @christopherhu7189
    @christopherhu7189 Рік тому

    Yeah my PC outright doesn't think anything is plugged in.

  • @CheeseNinja
    @CheeseNinja Рік тому

    the left joystick opens my phone and i cant move in gta

  • @mat_8906
    @mat_8906 7 місяців тому

    Does anybody know how it works for Elden Ring?

  • @e1mor3n06
    @e1mor3n06 Рік тому

    What about Minecraft?

  • @sharanreet
    @sharanreet Рік тому

    thnks

  • @mikeking087
    @mikeking087 Рік тому

    genius!

  • @Argi-wo6gt
    @Argi-wo6gt 2 роки тому

    cheers

  • @rajput36000
    @rajput36000 2 роки тому +1

    i cant get it to work with the usb i got with the controller :D

    • @rajput36000
      @rajput36000 2 роки тому

      nvm im rarted lmao

    • @ondatbeat
      @ondatbeat 2 роки тому

      how'd you fix it?

    • @turzilla
      @turzilla 2 роки тому

      @@rajput36000 howd you fix it

  • @brunogiovagnoli3022
    @brunogiovagnoli3022 Рік тому

    ty

  • @dantheman2k
    @dantheman2k 2 роки тому +1

    Great video!

  • @lucasfarrell4429
    @lucasfarrell4429 Рік тому +2

    My PC says my controller's paired under "Lic Pro Controller", but the player one lights at the bottom of the controller are saying that they're still searching. and when I open Steam, it doesn't show my controller is connected, what should I do?

    • @Gorgosorloxx
      @Gorgosorloxx Рік тому +1

      Man, i have the same problem.
      Any sollution?

    • @landonfrye1619
      @landonfrye1619 Рік тому

      same for me, it must be the type of controller we have. I dont have a solution either sadly

  • @rans0927
    @rans0927 6 місяців тому

    I paired it with Bluetooth successfully, but since then it always shows "not connected" and can never get connected..why?

  • @DRCwastaken
    @DRCwastaken Рік тому

    My Controller is connecting to windows fine and also show the player one button but steam keeps disconnecting and reconecting t the controller.