Nintendo Switch 2 - 18 Settings You Need To Know! ( Beginner Tips & Tricks )

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Just unboxed your brand new Nintendo Switch 2? Congratulations! This is the ultimate beginner's guide you've been waiting for. In this video, we'll dive deep into over 18 essential tips, tricks, and hidden features that every new Nintendo Switch 2 owner needs to know on day one. Forget endless searching – we've compiled the crucial first steps to help you set up your console for optimal performance right out of the box! We'll cover everything from initial setup and essential settings to optimizing your gameplay experience, battery life, and discovering features you might not even know exist. Make sure your Switch 2 is performing at its absolute best from the moment you power it on! What you'll learn in this guide: 00:00 - Nintendo Switch 2 Beginners Guide 00:57 - How to connect Switch 2 TV 01:29 - Nintendo Switch 2 Best Graphics Settings 02:21 - Switch 2 Best Picture Settings 03:00 - How to calibrate Switch 2 Picture 03:33 - Best Switch 2 HDMI settings 04:23 - How to Switch 2 Dark Mode 04:58 - Best Switch 2 Sound Settings 05:46 - How to connect Bluetooth devices 06:27 - Best Switch 2 Battery Settings 07:14 - How to transfer old Switch games 07:37 - How to create Nintendo Passkey 08:17 - How to transfer digital switch games 08:58 - How to transfer old game saves. 09:28 - Nintendo Switch SD Express card 10:35 - How to download games 11:55 - The correct way to attach wrist straps 12:30 - How to add more conteollers 13:07 - How to find lost JoyCon 2 13:43 - How TO CHARGE JoyCon 2 14:05 - HOW CHECK BATTERY ON JoyCon 2 14:19 - How to UPDATE JoyCon 2 14:36 - How to make a Switch 2 pin 15:33 - How to create new profiles 15:58 - Parental settings 16:45 - How to access the quick settings 17:03 - How to power off Switch 2 17:29 - How to factory reset Switch 2 17:48 - How to get games early. πŸ‘ If you found this guide helpful, please hit the LIKE button and SUBSCRIBE for more Nintendo Switch 2 tips, tricks, and gameplay! πŸ”” Turn on notifications so you don't miss our next video! #NintendoSwitch2 #Switch2Tips #BeginnersGuide #NintendoSwitch2HiddenFeatures #GamingTips #DayOneSetup #Switch2Tricks #NewNintendoSwitch #Gaming #NintendoSwitch2 #TipsAndTricks *LEGENDS ONLY* : http://bit.ly/2dG5AaJ Get behind the scenes access & early content updates here : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC134rgaltHWHrkYc-R8lkZg/join Want to help WhatGear reviews keep the lights on? : https://bit.ly/33h4RY7 β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€”β€” πŸ“Ί WATCH MORE WHATGEAR VIDEOS - How To Fully Customise Android 2024! 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