Here’s full guide to connect Nintendo Switch Pro Controller to your computer

The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller has scaled up the level of gaming in the recent era with its distinct features including an excellent directional pad, awing motion sensors, and vibration tech. The most amazing part of the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller is it uses Bluetooth and completely finishes the need for an adapter to connect it to a PC. Instead of appearing as an XInput controller like the Xbox Series S/X and Xbox One gamepads, it shows as a DirectInput Controller in Windows making it a bit challenging to work with PC. But Valve’s full Switch Pro Controller comes to the rescue as it supports Steam and covers the majority of your game library. In the case of non-steam games, a few additional steps are needed.
There are two options to connect Nintendo Switch Pro Controller to your PC. The first is wired which is simpler and the second is wireless, a bit complicated.

How to connect Pro Controller to PC with a wired connection? Follow these steps:

1) Plug the cable of the Pro Controller (or any USB-A-to-USB-C data cable, or USB-C-to-USB-C data cable if there is a USB-C port in your PC) into the controller.
2) Plug the other end of the cable into your PC.


Now, Windows 10 will automatically detect the controller as Pro Controller. You can now follow the Steam setup steps.

How to connect Pro Controller to PC without a wired connection?

1) You should have a Bluetooth adapter or onboard Bluetooth for wireless connection.
2) Once your Pro Controller is charged, look for the Sync button on the top of the gamepad and press and hold it for a few seconds until the light of the indicator flashes.
3) Open the system tray and right-click on the Bluetooth icon.
4) Click "Add Bluetooth Device."
5) Click "Add Bluetooth or other device."
6) Click "Bluetooth" (to give assurance to Windows 10 regarding the use of Bluetooth).
7) You can see the Pro Controller in available devices (if can’t, check whether the indicator is flashing or not). Click it, and pair the controller.
8) You can then follow the steam setup process.

FAQs

1. When was Nintendo Pro Controller released?
   18 November 2012.
2. How long can a Pro Controller’s battery last?
   Up to 40 hours.