How to Calibrate the Controllers
In this article, you'll learn how to calibrate the control sticks and motion controls on the Joy-Con, Pro Controller, and Nintendo 64 Controller for use on Nintendo Switch systems.
Important:
To calibrate the motion controls on the Joy-Con, the controller must be detached from the Nintendo Switch console.
The Joy-Con, Pro Controller, and Nintendo 64 Controller can be paired and used wirelessly with Nintendo Switch Lite.
Complete these steps
Ensure your console has the latest system update.
To Calibrate the Controls Sticks
From the HOME Menu select System Settings, then scroll down the menu on the left-hand side and select Controllers and Sensors.
Select Calibrate Control Sticks then fully tilt the control stick in any single direction for a few seconds on the controller you want to calibrate.
Follow the on-screen prompts to verify the control stick functionality.
If the calibration is complete but is not immediately reflected when testing the control sticks, do the following:
Set the console to sleep mode, then press the POWER Button to "wake it up" again.
Reset the Joy-Con or Pro Controller by pressing the SYNC Button once, then press any other button to power it on again.
To Calibrate the Motion Controls
From the HOME Menu select System Settings, then scroll down the menu on the left-hand side and select Controllers and Sensors.
Select Calibrate Motion Controls then hold down the - or + Button on the controller you want to calibrate.
Remove any straps or accessories attached to the controller.
Place the controller with the stick facing upward on a flat, stable surface and wait for a moment.
Once the calibration is complete, select OK.