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This wikiHow teaches you how to change themes on the Nintendo Switch. You can choose between a basic white, and a basic black theme in the System Settings. As of right now, Nintendo does not offer additional themes for purchase or download for the Nintendo Switch. This is a feature that will likely be added at a later date.
Steps
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1Power on the Nintendo Switch. To power on the Nintendo Switch, press the power button on the top-left of the Nintendo Switch console. It's the round button with an icon that has a circle with a line through it. It's next to the volume buttons on the left side. If it´s already on, continue with the next step
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2Press the Home button. The Home button is the button that resembles a house on the right joy-con controller. This takes you to the home screen. Do this ONLY if you are playing a game, if not, go to the next step.
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3Select the gear icon. The icon that resembles a gear on the Nintendo Switch home screen is the System Settings menu.
- To select items on the Nintendo Switch, either double tap them on the screen, or use the left joy-con controller to navigate to them and press A on the right joy-con controller to select them.
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4Select Themes. It's the 11th option in the System Settings menu. All options in the System Settings menu are displayed on the left sidebar.
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5Select Basic White or Basic Black. Right now, these are the only two themes available for the Nintendo Switch. The ability to purchase more themes will likely be added at a later date. Keep your system updated and watch the news feed when you start the system for the latest updates and Nintendo news.[[Image:Get Nintendo Switch Themes Step 5.jpg|center]
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Community Q&A
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QuestionCan I make a custom theme?
Community AnswerCustom menu themes have not been implemented. However, you can change the menu theme from black to white in System Preferences. -
QuestionHave they added new themes yet?
Community AnswerThey have not in the home menu; however, there are Nintendo Switch themed consoles. -
QuestionHow do I change themes and not have the black-and-white background?Community AnswerIf you're talking about custom themes, you can't - you're stuck with the black-and-white one.
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QuestionDo you think Nintendo will implement multiple themes as the summer approaches?
GamingWithTemmieCommunity AnswerMost likely. They might do something like they did with the DS, where you have to buy your own theme. -
QuestionHow when I bought Fortnite, it didn't come with three little cadre to insert in the Nintendo Switch.
HagukananTop AnswererYou downloaded Fortnite from the eshop, meaning it is now in your switch digitally. You won't get a physical copy. -
QuestionAre Wii/Wii U controllers compatible with The Switch?
Caroline ThomasCommunity AnswerNo they are not. As of right now, you cannot use Wii controllers with the Switch. -
QuestionCan you buy joy-Cons that are not made by Nintendo?
TechZapCommunity AnswerYes, though they may be of lower quality. Consider saving money for the superior Nintendo joy-cons.
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1. Go to the Home screen.
2. Select System Settings.
3. Select Themes.
4. Select a theme.
