How to Test the Controller Buttons

Applies to:  Nintendo Switch Family, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, Nintendo Switch - OLED Model

In this article, you'll learn how to test the buttons on a Joy-Con or Pro Controller paired to a Nintendo Switch system.

Complete these steps

  1. From the HOME Menu select System Settings, then scroll down the menu on the left-hand side and select Controllers and Sensors.
    Test Input Devices is highlighted on the Controllers and Sensors option of the Nintendo Switch System Settings screen
  2. Select Test Input Devices, then Test Controller Buttons.
    The Test Controllers Button option is highlighted on The Test Input Devices screen
  3. Press the button or control stick on the controller you wish to test.
    • In addition to allowing for analog input, the control sticks can also function as buttons for compatible software.
    • An icon for the button or control stick that was pressed will be displayed on the screen.
      Example of button images displayed on the Test Controller Button screen
  4. Press and hold down any button or control stick to end the test.

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