How to Attach/Detach and Wear the Joy-Con 2 Strap with Nintendo Switch 2

Follow these steps to attach and detach the Joy-Con 2 straps to the Joy-Con 2 controllers, as well as wear the Joy-Con 2 straps.

Important: Always attach the Joy-Con 2 strap accessories to the Joy-Con 2 when using them as detached wireless controllers. The strap may also allow for more stability when using mouse controls in compatible games.

Note: The Joy-Con 2 strap accessories (model No. BEE-018) can be used on either Joy-Con 2 controller (Left or Right). They are not compatible with Joy-Con controllers originally released for use with Nintendo Switch.

Complete these steps

• How to attach the Joy-Con 2 straps

  1. Align the - symbol on the left Joy-Con 2 with the - symbol on one of the Joy-Con straps. Then align the + symbol on the right Joy-Con 2 with the + symbol on the other Joy-Con 2 strap.

  2. Insert the lower end of the Joy-Con 2 controller into the lower end of the strap.

  3. At the other end of the Joy-Con 2 controller, push the strap against the controller until you hear a click.

• How to wear the Joy-Con 2 straps

  1. Place your hand through the wrist strap on the Joy-Con 2 strap and hold the Joy-Con 2 controller firmly in your hand.

  2. Press down on the strap lock button and slide it towards your wrist to tighten the strap and prevent it from falling off your wrist.

     • Do not over-tighten the strap, as this may cause discomfort.

• How to detach the Joy-Con 2 straps

  1. Press down on the strap lock button and slide it away from your wrist to loosen the strap, then remove the strap from your wrist.

  2. Press the release button on the Joy-Con 2 controller, then pull the strap away from the controller to detach the strap.