How to Enable/Disable Screen Lock

Instructions for enabling/disabling the screen lock on the Nintendo Switch console.

Additional Information:

The screen cannot be locked while the console is in TV mode.

Complete These Steps:

  1. From the HOME Menu, select “System Settings.” System Settings on the HOME Menu

  2. Select “Screen Lock.”

  3. To enable screen lock, select “Screen Lock”. Select it again to disable it.

Important:

  • If screen lock is enabled, the console screen will “lock” the moment the console enters sleep mode.

  • When the console exits sleep mode, the Entrance screen is displayed. To unlock the screen press the same button three times.