Nintendo Switch Joy-Con
Nintendo · 2017 · Nintendo
Overview
Nintendo's detachable controllers for the Switch, usable individually or as a pair. Feature HD rumble, IR camera, NFC, and motion controls.
Technical Details
Output modes
- Default
057E:2006 - Default
057E:2007 - Joy-Con (R)
057E:2007 - Default
057E:200E - Charging Grip (pair)
057E:200E
Community testing
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Specifications
Rumble: Linear resonant actuators (one per Joy-Con)
Motion: 6-axis motion sensor (in each Joy-Con)
Trigger Type: digital
Button Layout: A B X Y + SL SR per Joy-Con
Native Compatibility
Works natively with these platforms (no adapter needed):
With a Joypad adapter, also works on additional consoles — see adapter compatibility below.
Variants
- Joy-Con (L)
- Joy-Con (R)
- Joy-Con Charging Grip
Joypad Adapter Compatibility
This controller works with the following Joypad adapters powered by joypad-os:
DIY Build Guides
Build your own adapter for the Nintendo Switch Joy-Con with these step-by-step guides:
Test This Controller
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🎮 Test this controllerSupport Status
Supported inputs: 20 buttons, 2 analog sticks, and motion.
No output feedback is available for this device.
Documentation
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