FIX ANY Nintendo Switch That Won't Charge Or Turn On | EASY FIX!

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  • @cindynah
    @cindynah 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Thanks it works!

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  9 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Glad to see the tutorial still works. Thank you so much for your generous super thanks! I greatly appreciate the support!

  • @Gracegirl91
    @Gracegirl91 ปีที่แล้ว +728

    That 15 second hold and tap is a life saver! Left my switch uncharge for almost a year and I thought for sure it was dead, thank you!!!

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Anytime, glad the tutorial helped!

    • @jackgillenwater7090
      @jackgillenwater7090 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Same

    • @kehindeakinjole7951
      @kehindeakinjole7951 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Same here! Was almost at the point of paying for expensive repairs before trying out your 15 second hold and tap hack. Thank you so much!

    • @Xeno646
      @Xeno646 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much

    • @v2chill559
      @v2chill559 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Mine has been off for almost 4 years now, imma try it

  • @nutnution3957
    @nutnution3957 2 ปีที่แล้ว +118

    Thank you much! I got really worried when it didn't turn on, now I can go back to playing pokemon scarlet

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      That’s awesome to hear! TYSM for the super thanks! Appreciate the support!

    • @JC-vq4hc
      @JC-vq4hc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hiiiiii

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hello 👋

    • @zaki8245
      @zaki8245 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nice, which starter did you pick?

    • @mythic_rl1196
      @mythic_rl1196 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GTRBytes same happened to me tysm

  • @lgs-ikonik1101
    @lgs-ikonik1101 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +175

    2 year video and helped me in 2024 dude. I was about to cry. I asked Nintendo, they said I had to do a repair. THANK YOU. YOU EARNED A LIKE & SUB!

    • @LuBloome
      @LuBloome 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Same dude I was about to play Stardew Vally and it just froze and then went to a black screen lmao🙏😭

    • @lgs-ikonik1101
      @lgs-ikonik1101 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@LuBloome oh no! Thank God this man helped!

    • @SanchezGamez4Fun
      @SanchezGamez4Fun 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ME TOO I SUB RN

    • @littleevsamoyed7130
      @littleevsamoyed7130 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I like pulled my switch out of my closet (it had been in there for like a week or something) and it wouldn't turn on.

  • @omihurst
    @omihurst 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

    It worked for me, my son came crying and told me he’s Switch won’t turn on completely dead and not responding to anything I did myself, so I follow your advice and I clean the charging port, then I plug the Nintendo cord to it for about a minute then hold the power button for about 15 seconds and came back to life, man thank you so much, you’re awesome.

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      That's awesome, glad to see the tips helped!

  • @MrRant790
    @MrRant790 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +152

    15 second hold with the tap worked for me! I thought it was completely dead. Appreciate this a lot man! 👍

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      Glad to see the tips helped! Thank you for the Super Thanks! I greatly appreciate the support and generosity!!!

    • @Youtubesipralz
      @Youtubesipralz 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Same

    • @murphdog8781
      @murphdog8781 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Holy Shizzzzzle. This worked for me.

    • @donnawheatley9942
      @donnawheatley9942 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you so much

    • @rickcarp5453
      @rickcarp5453 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      worked for me to mine was at 65 percent

  • @Zyphon
    @Zyphon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1223

    the 15 second hold + tap worked for me. thank you so much! :D

    • @Luffy199
      @Luffy199 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Cool check

    • @taco_god2462
      @taco_god2462 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      IT WORKED FoR ME TOO! THANK YOU BRO. JUST SUBSCRIBED

    • @afay7830
      @afay7830 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Worked for me too!

    • @Skulledits-1
      @Skulledits-1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Same

    • @nowayhose567
      @nowayhose567 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      same

  • @impaleds
    @impaleds 2 ปีที่แล้ว +185

    Thanks a ton, since I found your video easy and did cover most scenarios for me to try. Since you save my kid holliday, I want to thank you proper. Your video is haven of all thousands tutorials I have seen lately.

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      I greatly appreciate the generous super thanks, TYSM! That was awesome of you! Glad to see the video helped!

    • @Elijahgaines573
      @Elijahgaines573 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GTRBytes ueusgidujxaoj

    • @Elijahgaines573
      @Elijahgaines573 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@GTRBytes u

    • @Elijahgaines573
      @Elijahgaines573 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      G

    • @K-A-T1042
      @K-A-T1042 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It helped me too the button combo 1 because I wouldn’t turn on or charge and I did that and it worked 10/10 and will be recording this to my friends

  • @alanreiley
    @alanreiley หลายเดือนก่อน +43

    Thanks! Saved my arse! 20 second hold PLUS 1 second hold fixed it.

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Nice! Glad to see the tips helped. Thank you for your “Super Thanks”! That’s very epic of you and greatly appreciate your support!

    • @MoLove_987
      @MoLove_987 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you holding the power button down got my son’s to turn back on

    • @JSNSf
      @JSNSf หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Wow BRO I LOVE U SM U HELPING PEOPLE AND U HELPED ME BRO U GOT UR SELF A NEW SUB
      ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

    • @naruhina8030
      @naruhina8030 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yea the first button combo worked great! Honestly had little faith and was shocked when it turned on! Thanks a lot! Great video 😊

    • @shoppurrfectly
      @shoppurrfectly 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Black screen of death hold power button for 15 second tap it then It worked for me

  • @AliA-bv8es
    @AliA-bv8es 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +72

    The 15+ seconds holding down the power button worked so well!

  • @georgehoxaj734
    @georgehoxaj734 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    This man is a light saver I thought my switch was broken and I almost had to go to the store and get a new one and replace it but when I saw this video I I did not know if this was gonna work and I tried to and it did work by holding the power button and the volume button all at the same time and this is really helpful. Thank you.

  • @Livinglife4us
    @Livinglife4us ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Changing the charger cord and pressing the off/volume buttons worked for us! Thank you!

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว +11

      That’s great, Glad to see the tutorial helped and got you back to gaming! Also, TYSM for your Generous Super Thanks! Your support for this small channel is epic and greatly appreciate you!

  • @bozu4984
    @bozu4984 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +78

    Actually woke my switch up, thank you!

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      That’s awesome to see the tips helped. Thank you for your generous super thanks! I greatly appreciate your support!!

    • @OuroborosVars
      @OuroborosVars 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Same thanms

    • @Tamale2024
      @Tamale2024 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Thx you soooo much i was so scared

    • @DafinaBerdynaj
      @DafinaBerdynaj 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      bro thank you so much at 2:22 the tip that really helped bro if i get an error with my nintendo ill make sure to visit your channel 🔥

    • @Axorie
      @Axorie 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@GTRBytesTYSM MY SWITCH WORKS AGAIN IT STOPPED WORKING FOR A MONTH TY

  • @o.z5700
    @o.z5700 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Thanks! You saved this momma's nerves!

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Haha, glad I was able to help! TYSM for your awesome support and Super Thanks! I greatly appreciate it!

    • @gaigeblanco
      @gaigeblanco ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@GTRBytes bro I was so worried my switch bro and your video helped so much thanks man fr you doin a great job and don’t stop doin whatchu doin 👏🏽

    • @switchfoot19802000
      @switchfoot19802000 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lmao, you had to take it into. A private room with a video camera. And strip it down, while playing with its ports and buttons.
      Just like a gf when she refuses to talk to you. But still has needs.
      Damn, nintendo... Youre such a dirty bitch at times. 🤣

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I appreciate that, thank you!

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      😳😳😳

  • @jacksonzamora640
    @jacksonzamora640 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    THIS IS AMAZING! I just signed for an esports team and was freaking out because my switch broke. You’re such a life saver!!!

  • @DevanshKhajanchi
    @DevanshKhajanchi 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +50

    2 years later and this video is still relevant! The hold for 15secs + tapping power did the trick. Thank you so much!

  • @clearboness
    @clearboness 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

    Update: found the donation button

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thank you so much for your Super Thanks! I greatly appreciate your generous support and happy to have read in your other comment that the tricks worked out! You are a real one! Thank you!

  • @Zimsity
    @Zimsity 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +39

    As u actually responded to my comment I thought I would be generous, the 15 second hold worked so thanks alot

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      That is very generous of you and greatly appreciate the Super Thanks!!!! Glad to see the tips got your Switch back up and working!

    • @Mikylo-y6l
      @Mikylo-y6l 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Me too

    • @crashtest-vx1qw
      @crashtest-vx1qw 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Same

    • @Gabester2913
      @Gabester2913 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@GTRBytesbro you just helped me I was just playing with my friends right now and thought my Nintendo switch broke I did the hold the button trick 🙏 thank you

    • @NetherBruh-u9z
      @NetherBruh-u9z 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Minecraft better

  • @nullzero4933
    @nullzero4933 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    THANK YOU! I Haven’t played my switch in months! In case you are wondering, the first power combo worked for me.

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That’s awesome to hear and thank you for the Super Thanks! That was epic of you!!!

    • @e.la.emusically9762
      @e.la.emusically9762 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I haven’t played my switch in 2 years

  • @dragongamerz5304
    @dragongamerz5304 2 ปีที่แล้ว +357

    I like people like you. Don't make things complicated, quick, and easy. Thanks for making this video. You saved many wallets lives 💰

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I appreciate that!

    • @michaelblack5012
      @michaelblack5012 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GTRBytes one question wich techniqe works?

    • @michaelblack5012
      @michaelblack5012 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GTRBytes best

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It honestly depends why it’s not charging. From what I gathered based off the comments, the button combos seem to work for everyone, especially the first one. It’s worth it to try all of them until one finally works.

    • @michaelblack5012
      @michaelblack5012 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GTRBytes ty but my switch joycons were conected to another switch

  • @aimhighphotography
    @aimhighphotography 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Wow!!!! This actually worked for my son's Nintendo Switch. Holding the power button for 20 seconds and then doing the quick power tapped worked perfectly!!! Thanks so much!!!! 😀😀😀😀

  • @stickyxliver1223
    @stickyxliver1223 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The holding down the power button then tapping it worked, I was worried I might have needed to send mine in to get repairs. I can't thank you enough.

  • @camebem8565
    @camebem8565 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Thank you thank you thank you!! My son had burst into tears after we literally just left a place that said we had to pay $150-200 to fix our Nintendo switch... We watched this video and it came right on with 89% battery. You are the greatest 🎉🎉👏👏

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That’s awesome to hear it worked!

  • @TrevW92
    @TrevW92 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Holding the power button worked immediately, thank you!

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Glad to have helped! And thank you for the super thanks, that was very epic of you! I greatly appreciate the support!!

    • @Aspenzickefoose
      @Aspenzickefoose ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@GTRBytes Hi, my switch showed the little lightning bolt, yet it still did not charge. I tried tons of different charging outlets and cords it won't turn on its at 1 percent it was on the chargers for a couple of days even though it was drained for a week. The battery is not broken... Could you comment how to fix it

    • @Daboy_Dre11
      @Daboy_Dre11 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@GTRBytes the holding power button worked for me too thanks❤

    • @SSPROH
      @SSPROH 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Worked for me too, many thanks

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Try using a different official Nintendo Switch Power Supply. It might just be yours is failing. Sometimes with those symptoms, it could also be the battery.

  • @almaldo529
    @almaldo529 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +12

    Thanks!🙏

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  22 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Thank you for your Super Thanks! I greatly appreciate the tip and support for the content!

    • @TheOfficialRobloxGuy
      @TheOfficialRobloxGuy 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Second

    • @YoulgurSmith
      @YoulgurSmith 7 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@GTRBytes oh gawd thank you, You saved my million point high score in tetris-

    • @Peoplevr2
      @Peoplevr2 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      W

  • @Stovetopcookie
    @Stovetopcookie 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +47

    Thanks! Power and vol up worked.

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      That’s awesome, glad to see the tips helped! Thank you for your generous super thanks, I greatly appreciate the support for the channel, that was very epic of you!!!

    • @Twitch_Moderator
      @Twitch_Moderator 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      ​​@@GTRBytesYOU ARE A LIFE-SAVER!!!!!!
      Edit: I will add that my Switch has been docked since day 1. It is a console (for me). Not a handheld, portable gaming system. So, this was alarming.
      My Switch is the version 2 edition. So, it is pretty old.

  • @girah7706
    @girah7706 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Changing the charger, removing the controllers and holding the power button for some seconds worked right away for me. Clear and very helpful information, thank you so much for this!

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Anytime, glad to see the tips helped!

    • @TeamArnold1984
      @TeamArnold1984 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      same

  • @robertkillingsworth8022
    @robertkillingsworth8022 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    The 15 second hold and tap is a great one to know as that is what got my Switch to turn back on. Thank you so much!

    • @Geico23
      @Geico23 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It’s hard

  • @banettte
    @banettte 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i cleaned the ports & it still didn't want to charge directly via the cable, but when i placed it on the dock, i finally got the charging indicator. thanks, dude! you're a lifesaver

  • @nullzero4933
    @nullzero4933 2 ปีที่แล้ว +192

    WOW! TYSM Have a drink on me 🍻 You just saved me from spending another $350 on a new Switch OLED!!!!

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Thank you for the drink, that was very awesome of you and greatly appreciate it :) Cheers!

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      TYSM for the complement I greatly appreciate it😊🙏!! New videos will start rolling out soon. Enjoy the upcoming content!

    • @Chris63726
      @Chris63726 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@GTRBytes why do you stop uploading

    • @hurikain213
      @hurikain213 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Heres my case, it dropped a few times on the hard floor and when I put it into the docking station it flashes the green light but nothing plays on the switch itself, any tips?

    • @racheltribout6994
      @racheltribout6994 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You do good things

  • @zitiantang3503
    @zitiantang3503 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Saved my life!! Removing the joy-cons and press power botton for 15s+release+press again fixed the issue. Thank you so much!

  • @soccertl
    @soccertl 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Excellent. The power button trick for 20 seconds, let go and then again for 1 second brought it back to life. Thanks for sharing!

    • @JW-rn5ee
      @JW-rn5ee 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm not sure why it does this. I just recently repaired the two side rails, meaning I had to disassemble the case and go inside. The left rail had "disconnected" itself from the mainboard. And wow, it's so small to replace. This quick fix worked for me too.

  • @JenniferBritton-bi6is
    @JenniferBritton-bi6is 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you! Holding the power button down for 20 seconds, releasing, and tapping once did the trick.

  • @Inkerd00dle
    @Inkerd00dle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    Genuinely thought my switch was broken for MONTHS, but it luckily wasn't, thanks for this tutorial man 🙏

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Anytime, glad it helped!

    • @blvshie
      @blvshie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I know right!

    • @Inkerd00dle
      @Inkerd00dle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@blvshie I thought my switch was broken because it wouldn't charge, when the issue was my switch charger itself didn't work

    • @brendajohnson5975
      @brendajohnson5975 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Inkerd00dle 🤣🤣🤣 Always chargers going out. They don't make them like they used to

    • @Inkerd00dle
      @Inkerd00dle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brendajohnson5975 Fr, I have no idea why mine stopped working, I guess it just stopped working on its own, at least my phone charger can charge my switch

  • @Celenso-vc6gi
    @Celenso-vc6gi 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    GUYS!!! Mine wasnt charging but i flipped the charger and it workED!! This guyis the best

    • @STOP_FAKENEWS
      @STOP_FAKENEWS หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      what kind of sorcery is this?

    • @oneBoredFish
      @oneBoredFish หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@STOP_FAKENEWS Type C charger is double-sided but some cords only have pins on one side... not quite sorcery so much as cheap-o manufacturers making junk cords. Buy better cords lol.

  • @evin2484
    @evin2484 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I know this is a year old but you saved my life.. I almost thought my oled was gonna be broken forever but then i tried the detaching joycons technique and it turned on right away!! Props to you man!!❤❤

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Glad to see the tips helped!

    • @chrishernandez3558
      @chrishernandez3558 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nothing is working so if you find anything keep me posted😢😢😢

    • @gianatoussaint3983
      @gianatoussaint3983 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nothing working for neither

  • @ElizxVan30
    @ElizxVan30 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Held the power button for 20 seconds and again for 1 second and it works! Thank you so much

  • @joannevankurin5974
    @joannevankurin5974 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you! My Grandson’s Switch would not turn on at all after charging for several hours. It was the tip you gave on holding down the on button along with the up volume that made it start! I really appreciate this video!

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s awesome to hear, glad the tip worked!

  • @dadinareasonablypricedcar
    @dadinareasonablypricedcar 2 ปีที่แล้ว +119

    Appreciate this! Daughter had trouble charging the switch and it wasnt powering on after a grandparent tripped over the cable lol. Held button for 20 seconds and pressed again and to my surprise it worked and had 99% battery. Win win! Gave it a good clean as well and order has been restored thank you

    • @PakaTheDog
      @PakaTheDog 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Same here ☺. 20 seconds followed by 1 second...boom...dad's a hero !

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s awesome! Glad the tutorial helped :)

    • @4ngelstars
      @4ngelstars 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I got so scared I was cry for well at least 30 mins 😂

    • @LU4SS.24
      @LU4SS.24 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too it worked. I was going on a road trip but my switch lite wasn’t charging

    • @alib1966
      @alib1966 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Worked for me also 👍

  • @SheepyMcSheep
    @SheepyMcSheep ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The 15 second hold then 1 second tap was a live saver! Thank you!

  • @russellduke3376
    @russellduke3376 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your tip about holding down the power button 15-20sec and tapping power again brought mine back to life ❤

  • @AIRBORNE611
    @AIRBORNE611 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    Let me tell you why I liked and subscribed. Because of your help, the smile on my Grandkids face when I fixed the issue, was priceless! Hope you get richer here on TH-cam 👍🏻 Thanks!

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thank you, I greatly appreciate that!

  • @johng3621
    @johng3621 2 ปีที่แล้ว +99

    Really helpful video. Thought my charging port was damaged, but able to get the Switch working fine using your tips. Thank you!

  • @HL_652
    @HL_652 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I was so worried cause it happened out of nowhere, but the 15 seconds and tap method worked. Thanks man

  • @lugiadialga1525
    @lugiadialga1525 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you so much. I thought my switch was broken for no reason! Tried the 15 second Power Button tap and then press immediatly after and it worked.

  • @Erickbueno111
    @Erickbueno111 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Your video helped me fix a Nintendo switch for my nephew, thanks for what you do man. Most
    Other videos were basically saying to just buy a new one. I hope you’re extremely successful man

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you, I greatly appreciate that! Glad to see the tips fixed your nephew's switch.

  • @zeldafanmatt
    @zeldafanmatt ปีที่แล้ว +56

    You good Sir, are a legend!!! Thanks, solved my problem!

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That’s awesome! Glad to see the tutorial helped. Thank you for your support, that was epic of you to give a super thanks and much appreciated!

    • @Duckymen
      @Duckymen ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ​@@GTRBytes the fifteen secont and one tap worked for me thank you so much 😢

    • @AubreyDelacruz-pv8fq
      @AubreyDelacruz-pv8fq ปีที่แล้ว

      Same I was so worried on how I was going to explain this to my dad 😂

    • @zamorvex
      @zamorvex ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GTRBytes HOLY CRAP THANKYOU THANKYOU THANKYOU! my family spend years saving up to get me a switch and after 11 months it wouldnt turen on and the charge symbol wouldnt show and i was terrified i lost everything and you saved my switch. why the hell did my switch do that?

  • @whatdoyouwantfromme213
    @whatdoyouwantfromme213 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    the 15 second hold and tap saved my life thank you!

  • @O-Alfa
    @O-Alfa ปีที่แล้ว +13

    A Brand new 2023 edition switch won't turn on after full charged !
    15 sec hold then another tap to the power button did the trick.
    Thank you very much 🙏

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to see the tips helped! TYSM for your support and generous super thanks! I greatly appreciate!

    • @master4927content
      @master4927content ปีที่แล้ว +1

      :)

    • @pandapandi9008
      @pandapandi9008 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GTRBytesI just have a question… do you know why the switch didn’t turn on??

    • @O-Alfa
      @O-Alfa ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@pandapandi9008 I'm guess it's because the charger was not the original Nintendo charger. Because i left it on the a (phone charger) for a day.

    • @pandapandi9008
      @pandapandi9008 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@O-Alfa no but like I’m asking in general.. like mine did that and I wanted to know if it’s because it’s been 6 years since that switch came out

  • @erynnreynolds6394
    @erynnreynolds6394 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Finally, a solution that worked for me! Before seeing this I had tried all the different button combinations I could think of, removing the sd card and all. Cleaned the charging port and removed the game card as well and it finally came back to life. Thought I was going to have to get it professionally repaired! Super helpful video!! Thanks a ton

    • @mstr_edits9087
      @mstr_edits9087 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ngl my switch was charged but wasent turning on so I saw your comment and took the sd card out and it worked so thank you.

    • @kuliobataluma
      @kuliobataluma ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@mstr_edits9087 YOOO I JUST SCREAMED REMOVING THE GAME CARD REALLY DID IT LMFAO

    • @DsPGfj
      @DsPGfj ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Removing the game card worked lmao

  • @moggiemate
    @moggiemate ปีที่แล้ว +4

    All was fine last night and today it decided it didn't want to turn on, thank you so much for that home + power button trick!

  • @Regular_Dude_
    @Regular_Dude_ หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much. I had my switch dead for the past year and a half, and it wasn't turning on. Then I cleaned the charging port and prayed while I did the 15-second power button and pressed again, and my switch came back to life 😁

  • @Stovetopcookie
    @Stovetopcookie 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Power and volume up worked for me. I never would have thought. Thank you!!!

  • @tyloranne93
    @tyloranne93 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I was freaking out and the power/volume up combo worked! Even after not seeing the charging icon. Awesome😊

  • @therealneomcstudios9385
    @therealneomcstudios9385 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you so much! My switch all of a sudden didn’t want to turn on and all I did was the 15-20 second power button the immediately tap. You saved me so much money in repairs, Thank You!

  • @fantablack1998
    @fantablack1998 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Wow I came in with low expectations and left with a working switch. Much appreciated.

  • @jessiem5888
    @jessiem5888 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you! Holding the volume up, down and power button for 15 to 20 seconds worked for me!

    • @aodhan7183
      @aodhan7183 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      same

  • @rboss0354
    @rboss0354 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Thank you for this video! My problem ended up being very simple and you didn't make me overthink it.

  • @ericcathomas7794
    @ericcathomas7794 20 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    My son was at his wit's end when this happened today. I kept a calm exterior and told him with a calm voice not to worry, it was okay, and that we'd figure it out. On the inside I was freaking out and running in circles with hands on head at the thought it may be broken. I went to another room and asked the Oracle, Google, for help and was sent to your video. Thank goodness for your hold the power button for 15 seconds and tap tip! I appreciate your help...more than you know.😊

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thats awesome, its always great to see the tips helped!

  • @ebonymonet2966
    @ebonymonet2966 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thanks! This worked thank you so much this made my day

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s awesome to hear! TYSM for the super thanks! That was very epic of you and made my day😁

    • @christypadilla
      @christypadilla 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for fixing the video my Nintendo switch is now working but My dog bit the charger so I can use my charger on my mom's charger

  • @luciapop198
    @luciapop198 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Tank you so much the 2:39 tip 2 works the beast🎉

  • @Asmodius02
    @Asmodius02 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Thank you for the troubleshooting information! My switch quit turning on, did the 20+1 troubleshooting step and it's now all good. Appreciate it!

  • @Converse_studios-n3v
    @Converse_studios-n3v 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Thanks so much the 2:30 1 worked

    • @A51W-u4h
      @A51W-u4h 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Same

  • @MeowmiXX_mmg
    @MeowmiXX_mmg 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    i cannot believe the 15 second + tap method worked literally first try. youre a lifesaver!

    • @turtlegamer7671
      @turtlegamer7671 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yea same I was so suprised it worked

  • @JDRedzDead
    @JDRedzDead 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks!

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      TYSM for supporting the channel with the super thanks! Your awesome! 😎

  • @Dylan_56
    @Dylan_56 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you so much , I am so grateful and I really though I had to buy another one so , really thank you

  • @jacoblambert2713
    @jacoblambert2713 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Man, I just fixed my daughter's Switch. Thank you so much!

  • @anitabose4993
    @anitabose4993 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Thank you so much. Your tip to hold power button + volume button for 15 to 30 seconds worked for me. I have subscribed. 🙏🙏🙏

  • @bombpwr
    @bombpwr ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Dude, when I say your an absolute lifesaver, you legit are. You probally have saved so many people including me of paying 300$ for a new console when all it needed was a few touch ups. Bro I legit thought my switch broke this morning, but oh my god am I thankful it wasn’t

    • @tmarie6211
      @tmarie6211 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Dude. I just got an estimate.. $450 to fix my switch… meanwhile this guy just fixed it for free with the 15 second hold and tap!

    • @OMA2k
      @OMA2k ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ​​@@tmarie6211: How can they charge more to fix a console than the price to get an actual new one with a superior OLED screen?! (assuming you now have the original model)

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow!!!! That’s excessive!!!

    • @carsondenny1986
      @carsondenny1986 ปีที่แล้ว

      You’re

  • @cindynah
    @cindynah 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    20 seconds and 1 second works for my son's switch too! i thought the dock and switch was spoilt for sure and im so lucky to have chance upon ur video! he jus bought a new game and we were so worried its gonna be a waste. thank u!

  • @chrischarla424
    @chrischarla424 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you!!

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank You for your super thanks and support for the channel! I greatly appreciate it! 😁

  • @saltypickles7219
    @saltypickles7219 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you so much for these tips cause I didn't know what was wrong with my switch and thought i would need to replace something. Thanks to your video I just found out that I needed to hold the power button longer

  • @richterbelmont8532
    @richterbelmont8532 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was playing my switch all day and tried 3 different chargers and tried having it in the dock for an hour and still nothing. I held the power button for 15-20 seconds then held it again for one second and it turned back on. Thank God. Thank you for this video.

  • @stormqz
    @stormqz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I am so grateful my muteness hasn’t been working so I tried searching it up and found this I am so glad I wasn’t broken ❤

  • @StefHMika
    @StefHMika 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Felt the need to say thank you very much for this video, i havent used my switch in about a year and was afraid something was really wrong with the battery when it wouldnt turn back on. the hard reset (holding down for 20 sec then tapping it once) helped me

  • @dust8394
    @dust8394 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Thank You so much for the tips❤. Changing my charging method and holding the power button for 15 seconds worked for me😁

  • @DavidSanchez-vd7sn
    @DavidSanchez-vd7sn 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The 15 second hold and tap worked for me. Sir you are doing the lords work with these videos 🙏🏽

  • @kinze1456
    @kinze1456 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    Thank you handsome guy in the sky, my switch turned off and I was freaking out then I went to your video and held the button and scadoosh it turned back on thank you beautiful chimichanga in the sky

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Hahaha! Never been called a beautiful chimichanga from the sky before but I will take it as a compliment! Thank you! Glad the tips helped!!

    • @piotrstanek1074
      @piotrstanek1074 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Whats a chimichanga

    • @sid19282
      @sid19282 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It worked for me also. THX😊😊

    • @bigfloppa149
      @bigfloppa149 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@GTRBytes i tried button combo 1 thing and it worked

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It’s a type of food. Similar to a Burrito or a wrap.

  • @linkfusegaming8748
    @linkfusegaming8748 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    OMG YOU ARE A LIVE SAVER, TYSM I GOT SO NERVOUS THAT IT WOULDNT TURN ON, YOU HAVE NO IDEA HOW MUCH YOUVE HELPED ME

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s awesome! Always glad to help a fellow gamer!

    • @Bannacat
      @Bannacat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wow dudes still responding to a one year old vid

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Bannacat I still respond to my first video haha! always try to make time for people!

    • @natalietaylor7825
      @natalietaylor7825 ปีที่แล้ว

      Which one worked?

  • @nustyltrunks
    @nustyltrunks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Great thorough and straightforward video! Excellent work and quality! The 15 second power button holds then 1-2 second worked for me. Thank you!

  • @TrinityTrent
    @TrinityTrent 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The 15-20 second plus tap actually worked thank you

  • @aquasea-
    @aquasea- 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    THE BUTTONS WORKED THANK YOU SO MUCH I THOUGHT WE NEEDED A NEW CHARGER

  • @ryanwentrouge6907
    @ryanwentrouge6907 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I took mine to a professional they changed the battery and its still not turning on its been a few months since I tried to turn it on by the way

  • @YoBerg94
    @YoBerg94 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Somebody give this man a beer! Thankyou!! The power button/volume button combo worked for me

  • @frazygaming9674
    @frazygaming9674 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you so much I was so confused about why it wasn’t turning on after I charged for like 6 hours and this video really helped me and I was very worried and you helped me much appreciated! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @romu4425
    @romu4425 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    thanks combo 2 worked the repair shop was going to charge me £50 for a look over the device i am so thankfull it worked. saved some money

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s awesome, Glad I could help!

  • @BasiliskKingOfSerpents
    @BasiliskKingOfSerpents 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks for this video! My switch has been unresponsive for days and I was starting to worry I'd have to replace the battery, but it turns out all I needed to do was hold + tap the power button. I don't understand why it stopped working in the first place when I normally keep it well charged, but it's a big relief that it's working again.

  • @trinimaican2501
    @trinimaican2501 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you very much! Holding for 20 seconds and tapping for 1 second worked like a charm! My son is thrilled!

  • @sirlackhuysfox2971
    @sirlackhuysfox2971 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Actually saved me, hadn't used it in about 2 months, tried switching it on but got no screen on. Did the volume buttons and power button at the same time and worked immediately. Interestingly it did seem like it was charging when I had it in for about an hour, because it was at 19% already, so it could've just been the screen itself
    Really helpful either way 👍

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s awesome to hear, glad the button combo worked!

    • @renyyuliani8841
      @renyyuliani8841 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GTRBytes nothing worked:(

  • @designerd77
    @designerd77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Holding the power button for 20 seconds, releasing it and then tapping it one more time worked! Battery was actually at 99 percent. Thanks so much.

  • @RandomActsofAnimation
    @RandomActsofAnimation 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    You saved me a bunch of frustration, thank you! 😊

  • @TheEnigmaticBM39
    @TheEnigmaticBM39 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Appreciate the the holding button tip brother. It was a lifesaver!

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad I could help!

  • @LionheartMindExplosion
    @LionheartMindExplosion 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you 2:20 was the solution that worked for me, appreciate you so much

  • @metal_helm
    @metal_helm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you so much! It worked after cleaning and holding it down for 15 to 30 seconds! You rock

  • @havenofearanddropgear
    @havenofearanddropgear 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It’s worked !!! 20 seconds power button down then press again worked ! Thank you !

  • @Cynx69
    @Cynx69 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you so much the button combinations worked :)

  • @rexgear7675
    @rexgear7675 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Very useful tips. I cleaned the charger hole once and that worked.

  • @MrAochoa38
    @MrAochoa38 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Geez! saved me a bundle thought i was gonna have to buy my son a new switch. held the power button down 20 seconds than off than 1 more second and boom worked! had it on the charger awhile before i saw this video. thanks so much for the info

  • @davehunter990
    @davehunter990 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can’t believe that worked. Tried the cleaning, didn’t work, tried the power button hold, didn’t work.
    I thought ‘here we go again’… tried the volume and power and it came game to life! What the hell 😂😂😂.
    Thanks dude!

  • @welpdenny
    @welpdenny ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Omg thank you!! All I had to do is hold the button for 20 seconds, let go; then click it once more and it finally turned on! I was about to throw away my switch, I thought it was water damaged but it was completely fine! It’s back to normal 😭 thank you so much 😭😭😭

    • @GTRBytes
      @GTRBytes  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thats great to hear, always great to see people get back to gaming!