Firmware 21.x.x introduced some major changes and because of that most of the homebrew apps had to be rebuilt or updated to reflect those changes. I'm on firmware 22.1.0 and AMS 1.11.1 and DBI works fine for me, the latest version at least. Not sure about Goldleaf as I'm not using it. Check this thread in case the app you're using didn't receive an update to work on 21.x.x or higher.
This might be addressed somewhere here, but I am a little swamped for time right now to browse through everything.
I usually update my CFW and console firmware every year or so. Recently updated to atmosphere 1.11.1 and firmware 22.1.0 and it seems like most homebrew crashes either immediately, or upon executing certain actions with the black "The software was closed because an error occured" screen. For example, DBI crashes when trying to install something with the MTP responder, but only during the last phase of the installation. Goldleaf seems to crash immediately upon opening. Installed games run just fine, although I haven't tested playing anything for a long period of time for stability, just very quick boot to title screen, load save file, etc checks.
I didn't do anything different than the usual proceedure of overwriting files, installing sig patches (which I understand have changed), etc. Any advice on what to look for to troubleshoot?
if the all the homebrew apps you are trying to use are from 20.10 and below you need to update the apps they were recompiled after 21.10 you can search for compiled apps to find the thread it has all links to all the apps
That is a decision you have to make on your own, I mean you would have to go higher firmware if patching a game or game update doesn't work on the firmware you are on.
Seems Tomodachi Life (v1.0.1) works on fw19 if I export the SDK of Pokemon ZA and use that as the repalacement for TL's SDK using DBI. (Didn't see this path before I updated from fw18 so I didn't get to test it on fw18. I assume it might work there if I use the SDK of a game that launches on fw18 unpatched)
Before all this, it was just a black screen on FW16, FW18, and FW19 (this is after patching with SAK).
(Haven't been following for a while, nor attempted to "backport" games before, so I didn't know there was this extra DBI step)
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Is there homebrew yet?
Yes! You can get homebrew on any firmware.
Is there a definitive guide for hacking my switch?
Yes! You can use guide.sdsetup.com for installing Atmosphere.
Can patched/Mariko (red box) switches or switch lites be hacked?
The Caffeine exploit is available on switches on firmwares 2.0.0-3.0.0 & 4.0.1-4.1.0. If you're on those firmwares, great! Check out guide.sdsetup.com for instructions. If you're not on any of those firmwares, You'll have to use SX Core or SX Lite. These modchips will allow cfw to be installed on any switch, regardless of firmware or if it's patched.
How can I check if my switch is patched?
You can use SSNC to check if your switch is patched or not!
My switch is patched and I'm not on an exploitable firmware version, what can I do?
You'll have to use TX's modchip. Remember, staying on a lower firmware is always better if you want cfw!
My switch is unpatched. Is that good?
That's great! You can install cfw on any firmware version by following the guide.
Is there a list of all released homebrew?
Yes! You can find a complete list on WikiTemp, or a smaller list on http://switchbrew.org, or even use the Switch appstore homebrew directly on your Switch to browse and install homebrew on your console without a computer.
Note: WikiTemp homebrew list is a work in progress, please help maintaining it.
When can I install cfw/emunand?
You can install cfw right now! The most popular options right now are SXOS and Atmosphere. Both have an emunand solution.
What can I do with the firmware version I'm on?
Check out this thread for all the information you need.
Can I get free games?
Yes you can. SXOS allows XCI loading and NSP installing, whereas Atmosphere allows only NSP installing. XCIs are loaded directly from the sd card or hard drive, as opposed to NSPs, which need to be installed.
Which CFW is superior?
It all depends on what you're planning on doing. SXOS is dead simple to use and allows xci loading, but requires you to buy a license. Atmosphere on the other hand is a free cfw that allows for far greater customization and features, but is a bit more complicated to use.
What happens if I get banned? How likely is it that I will get banned from hacking?
Check out the Switch Banning Hub for all your ban-related needs!
I got banned! What can I do about it?
There's currently no way to get unbanned.
I heard about a switch emulator?
There are two main switch emulators, Yuzu and Ryujinx. In their current state they can run a few games, but most games are unplayable.
I want to learn more!
Great! if you want to learn more about switch hacking, look around the pinned threads here or ask in this thread.
Note: Much of this FAQ is outdated and only kept for archival purposes. Feel free to look through it but take everything with a grain of salt.
Q: Can I update my Nintendo Switch to the latest firmware?
A: Yes, you can. We are compatible with all firmwares and all regions!
Q: How are game ROMs launched? What format do they need to be in?
A: Games ROMs available right now from release groups are compatible as-is.
Copy the XCI files to the root of your Nintendo Switch microSD card so SX OS will be able to find them.
Q: How does the tool (jig) and dongle operate? Are they needed everytime you turn on the console?
A: If you don't want to make any (software) modifications to your Switch Console, both the Tool (jig) and dongle are needed every boot.
SX OS has an optional "AutoRCM" feature that can be installed to your Switch Console such that the jig tool is not needed anymore on boot.
Q: How does the AutoRCM feature work?
A: The AutoRCM feature makes a tiny modification to your system's on-board storage via software, and from there on you will ONLY need the dongle (and won't have to press the volume key) when booting your console.
Please note: With the AutoRCM feature installed, your Switch will only boot up with the SX Pro Dongle inserted or by any other USB-C launching method currently available. Once booted, you can always uninstall AutoRCM through SX OS.
Q: Is the license for life and updates included?
A: Yes, it is! All updates are free and for the lifetime of your console.
Q: Is SX OS tied to my console/dongle?
A: Yes. In case of SX Pro the license is tied to your dongle and console. In case of SX Lite the license is tied to your license code and console.
Q: Can we play eshop games?
A: The current version of SX OS only allows to play cartridge based games. But we're working hard to bring game titles that originate from different distribution media to SX OS as well! It is on our list of features to add in upcoming updates.
Q: How will SX OS work?
A: The SX OS boot file and licenses can soon be retrieved from our easy to use website that will launch shortly. Simply follow instructions and you will be set up in a few minutes.
Q: What do I need if I only buy SX OS?
A: We strongly recommend buying SX Pro for the ease of use and safely streamlined procedure. That being said, SX OS standalone can be launched from Windows using TegraRcmGUI (TegraRcmSmash) or from NXLoader on android (with a USB-otg adapter).
We offer support & warranty on your devices, please note any issues you face by errors/misuse of other methods will not be covered by our warranty.
Q: Will SX Pro work with Switch Linux?
A: We will release a method of (chain)loading Linux using your SX Pro dongle soon.
Q: Do we need to use the L/R buttons on the Joy-Con to switch game ROMs?
A: We are working on a more user-friendly menu that can be launched from the home menu.
We already have a working menu prototype that is fully functional but we are still improving it for our audiences.
Q: Can SX products run homebrew software as well?
A: The initial release of SX OS will not have support yet for running homebrew software for all firmware versions. Currently only the standard method for installing homebrew is supported, which means limited to the specific firmware version 3.0.0.
We are in the final stages on adding support for running homebrew software regardless of firmware version and we expect to have this included with one of the first SX OS updates.
Q: Can SX products run homebrew software as well?
A: The initial release of SX OS will have support for running homebrew software for all firmware versions.
In the initial release, launching the homebrew menu can be done by starting the photoviewer application while holding the R button on the Joy-Con. A file called "hbmenu.nro" needs to be on the root of the microSD card and a folder "switch" needs to contain all the homebrew applications.
We will naturally continue to improve homebrew support and easy of use in future update.
Q: When you put your Switch into Sleep mode, do I need to insert dongle again upon waking up?
A: No, you don't. Just resume playing where you left it
Q: Is it possible to install Game Updates (and does it requires to be on the latest firmware)?
A: Yes, you can install game and system updates. The game updates can be applied following Nintendo's usual rules, which sometimes requires you to be on the latest or a higher firmware than your console's current firmware.
Q: If a game runs natively on an OFW x.yy and above, can SX OS run the game even if the console has a lower firmware?
A: Currently no. We have added that request to our list of features to look into.
Q: Does SX OS supports online gaming?
A: SX OS supports playing online. However, we can't guarantee Nintendo is not able to detect you are using SX OS.
So playing online is at your own risk.
Q: Can I buy one SX Pro and one SX OS license separately, and use the dongle and tool with two switches?
A: Yes, you can buy additional SX OS Licenses and use one dongle and tool for all your Switch consoles.
Q: Which file format does SX OS support? What about split files?
A: We support both FAT32 and exFAT.
SX OS will also try to look for split files in the form of "filename.xc0" "filename.xc1" "filename.xc2" and so on to support ROMs larger than 4GB on FAT32.
Q: Does SX OS support Emunand?
A: Currently it doesn't. This is a feature we can add in the future, but it is low in the priority list because of the small interest to the general public. But because Xecuter SX is also used by advanced users, we will add Emunand support at some point.
Q: Can I backup my games with SX OS and create my own game ROMs?
A: Currently there's no easy way to backup games with SX OS. We will add support for this in an update.
Q: Will you allow the use of different payloads?
A: We will allow it. Custom payload can be put on the microsd card. Details will follow.
Q: How much space is used up on microSD for SX OS?
A: Only 16MB. To clarify, our OS will not alter in any way your microSD game & homebrew capacity.
Q: Will Switch data such as savegames and updates be shared between the OFW and SX OS? Or are both systems separated?
A: Yes, SX OS and the original Switch OS share savegames and update data.
Q: Is it possible to play games from a External Harddrive?
Does SX allow us to use an external disk using the docking station or USB-C port?
A: This is a possibility in the future, we've added it to our to do list. (thanks to all users for making it already a few pages long
Q: Can we expect cheat codes some day?
A: Cheats has always been a priority for our us. And we've already started looking into it.
It takes a while to make a decent and usable cheat system, your patience will be rewarded!
Q: There has been a wave of bans happening lately. Does that confirm we won't be able to play online with SX OS?
A: There have indeed been a number of isolated ban incidents happening lately among some homebrew developers. The exact cause of these bans is not known as of yet.
We are not aware of any bans due to SX OS usage. But be cautious and use online functionality at your own risk!
Q: Is SX OS compatible with firmware 5.1.0
A: Of course. And as we stated before, it will be compatible with the next updates as well. We are offering a future proof solution.
Q: Will the SX OS for people who bought it 'stand alone' be delivered before the SX OS for people who bought SX Pro?
A: Not necessarily. SX Pro will be shipped in the days to come to distributors. SX OS will be unlocked a bit after the reviewers get their units (all reviewers receive SX Pro).
So depending on the speed of delivery to your distributor and then to you, SX Pro could come before SX OS stand alone. It probably will be very close.
Q: Why is there – and + symbols engraved in the SX Pro dongle? Since USB-C devices can be plugged in either way, people are worried if dongle plugged in upside down, the + on left and – on right, and SX label facing down, that the Switch will blew up or get bricked, etc.
A: They are here just for cosmetic reasons. The – symbol is also the LED window.
Q: Yikes, those are two huge caps in render picture? Is that going to taser my Switch, damage my system, or zap me!?
A: Super Cap’s actually (super-capacitor), 0.35F 2.7V, given the transport issues with Lithium based batteries SuperCap’s are fast becoming the go to temporary power source.
No zapping ( very low voltage ) and we limit the charge current to ~400mA peak for either USB port.
Q: Huh, two caps, how do they get 'charged'? Do I have now and then plug my dongle into micro-USB cable to charge it, what happens when it runs out of power? — Why not battery instead? — Does it instead drain my Switch battery, what happens if I leave it plugged in?
A: The SuperCap’s are charged from either usb port ( USB-C or Micro USB ). The caps offer approximately 1 week standby time with enough energy left for one boot, or at least 5 successive boots without the opportunity to auto-charge. Charge to 80% is achieved (automatically) within 1-2 seconds of entry into the Nintendo start menu. We are working reducing that considerably … (see above for why not battery). Because we are powered by s-cap’s we have a very power conscious design.
Leaving the dongle in the console for more than a minute is pointless but will do no harm in any way to the dongle and drain very little battery ( currently we draw ~25mA but will work on reducing that considerably after ~1-2 minutes charge mode).
Q: Can I charge my Switch via dongle?
Using just micro-usb cable, removing the need of needing a proper usb-c cable.
A: Sadly no, our intent for the micro USB port was for charging the dongle and firmware updates, but might be something we will consider for future hardware revisions, thanks.
Q: There been reports of cables, and docks without that bricked the battery charging circuit, are we at risk with SX Pro solution?
A: No, simply because we do not support charging. The dongle uses both USB ports only for receiving charge.
Q: Is TX coming up with solution for those that leave their Switch always 'docked'?
Its nice, that is portable, but some users never go 'portable', they are DOCK only fans, what about them?
A: If the demand is there, it is something we can develop.
Q: Can I play my Switch running SX OS while being docked?
A: Absolutely. You just need to have it undocked when you power up your Switch to load SX OS. Once done, dock it and play for as long as you don't completely power it off again.
Q: I know I'm asking too much and it's early, (sorry) would it be possible to get Bluetooth audio (or even Bluetooth controller) support within the CFW.
I know a lot of people would dig that on other forums (including a clean internet browser that has YouTube unblocked) if this is possible?
A: If it is doable, we will try. Please read text below about such requests, you are fully entitled to request anything, we will do our best in order of user's most wanted features.
Q: Is SX affected by the dreaded "battery desync" problem?
A: As far as we are aware this battery desync problem currently only occurs when running Linux on your Switch.
While extensively testing SX OS, including booting SX OS with AutoRCM we have not ran into a single battery desync issue ourselves.
SX OS itself isn't based on Linux. We do allow people to run Linux (and other payloads) through our "external payload" functionality. This is at your own risk.
If we had to give the community a hint as to where to start looking into this "battery desync" problem we'd suggest looking into how the Fuel Gauge IC (MAX17050, I2C1 addr 36) is being used by Nintendo's OS and by Linux.
Q: If I boot in OFW mode and play my original purchased game online, am I safe?
A: Yes, you are safe to play original games online in OFW mode.
Q: Does SX OS plays the original games in CFW mode?
A: Yes, it does.
Q: If I download eShop games to an SD card, can I also run SX OS on that card?
Or do I need separate cards for Nintendo eShop games and SX OS games?
A: You can use the same SD card.
Q: how do I re-enter TX boot menu?
A: Press and hold vol+ and keep holding until you see the TX splash screen
Q: How do I access my albums while in SX-OS CFW mode ?
A: Hold down L while opening album
Q: How do I access HomeBrew?
A: Hold down R while opening album
Q: How do I load my backup roms?
A: Simply enter album an select you rom file, all rom files should be placed in the root directory of the console micro SD
Q: HomeBrew menu loads but none of my apps are showing, what is wrong?
A: Please try re-format the micro-SD card using a windows machine, we have encountered this issue when using OS-X ex-fat formatted cards.
2.0.0
Improvements Included in Version 2.0.0 (Distributed 3/3/2017)
The following network features are now available
* Nintendo Account required. Some features may not be available in all countries/regions.
Playing online
Online multiplayer available for free until the paid online service launches in 2018. Not available in all countries.
Adding friends
Friends can be added from My Page, head to the HOME Menu and select your icon on the upper left.
Sharing Album screenshots to Facebook and Twitter
Browsing and purchasing content on Nintendo eShop
Receiving News relating to games, Nintendo eShop discounts, and promotions
Earning My Nintendo points for game card (retail version)
Added the following system functionality
Update game software
Turn on the TV automatically when placing the Nintendo Switch console in the Nintendo Switch dock.
HDMI settings must also be enabled on your TV. Some TV models may be unable to use this feature. To turn on this feature for the Nintendo Switch console, head to System Settings > TV Settings > Match TV Power State
Display the battery percentage on the HOME Menu
To turn this ON/OFF, head to System Settings > System > Console Battery (%)
Format the microSD card
To format, head to System Settings > System > Initialize > Format microSD Card
2.1.0
Improvements Included in Version 2.1.0 (Distributed 3/27/2017)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience
2.2.0
Improvements Included in Version 2.2.0 (Distributed 4/17/2017)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience
2.3.0
Improvements Included in Version 2.3.0 (Distributed 5/15/2017)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience
3.0.0
Improvements Included in Version 3.0.0 (Distributed 6/19/2017)
Added the following system functionality
Register a channel to receive News for specific games
The maximum volume when using headphones or speakers connected to the audio jack has been raised and can be lowered if desired.
To lower the max headphone volume, head to System Settings > System > Lower Max Headphone Volume
* This settings will be ON when Parental Controls are enabled
Change display colors to Invert Colors or Grayscale
To use this feature, head to System Settings > System > Change Display Colors
Use the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller via wired communication by connecting the USB charging cable
To enable, head to System Settings > Controllers and Sensors > Pro Controller Wired Communication
* The NFC touchpoint on the Pro Controller will be disabled while the controller is using wired communication.
Update connected controllers
To update, head to System Settings > Controllers and Sensors > Update Controllers
Added a feature that suggests deletion of software data if there is insufficient space when downloading other software
To use this feature, head to System Settings > Data Management > Quick Archive
* User save data is not deleted
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including:
Resolved an issue that caused game software updates to fail and prevented the software from starting
Improvements to prevent unintended HDMI input change with certain TVs while the console is docked in Sleep Mode
3.0.1
Improvements Included in Version 3.0.1 (Distributed 7/31/2017)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including:
Addressed an issue in which the remaining battery charge can't be displayed accurately
If the system's battery power display suddenly increases or decreases, it will gradually improve by following these steps.
3.0.2
Improvements Included in Version 3.0.2 (Distributed 9/5/2017)
Nintendo Switch Online
Added online play in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. This is currently available for free until the paid online service launches in 2018.
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience
4.0.0
Improvements Included in Version 4.0.0 (Distributed 10/18/2017)
Added the following system functionality
Up to a maximum of the previous 30 seconds will be saved in the Album. You can trim the beginning and end of each clip, and post to Facebook and Twitter.
As of October 18th, 2017, this feature is compatible with The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, ARMS, and Splatoon 2
Select from 12 new Super Mario Odyssey and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild icons for your user
To edit your user icon, head to your My Page on the top left of the Home Menu > Profile
A pre-purchase option will be available for certain games. This option allows pre-load of the game to your system for quicker play when the game is released.
This feature will be supported by future game releases
News channel updates
The news feed has been updated with a new look.
Unfollowing a channel will remove that channel's content from the news feed and following the channel again will make it reappear.
Match software version with a group of local users
Everyone's software will be updated to match the most recent version in the group
All users must be on system menu version 4.0.0 or later to view and join a group
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including:
Changed the specification which hid wireless networks using TKIP security from the network search results. Wireless networks using TKIP security will now display in search results as a grayed-out selection instead of not being displayed
The Nintendo Switch console supports WEP, WPA-PSK(AES), and WPA2-PSK(AES). If your router is using a different security type (e.g. WPA-PSK(TKIP)), you will need to change this security type within your router's settings.
4.0.1
Improvements Included in Version 4.0.1 (Distributed 10/25/2017)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including:
Changed the HDMI connection process specification to match that of version 3.0.2 to address video and sound output issues with some TV models.
4.1.0
Improvements Included in Version 4.1.0 (Distributed 12/04/2017)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including:
Resolved an issue that caused motion controls to respond incorrectly when playing games that use the feature
5.0.0
Improvements Included in Version 5.0.0 (Distributed 03/12/2018)
Added the following system functionality
Facebook and Twitter friends that also use Nintendo Switch can now be added through Friend Suggestions
To view your friend suggestions, from the top left of the HOME Menu head to your User Page > Friend Suggestions
You must be 13 or older to use this feature
Select from 24 new ARMS and the Kirbyseries icons for your user
To edit your user icon, head to your My Page on the top left of the Home Menu > Profile
Digital software purchases made from a PC or smart device will start downloading sooner than previously, even if the Nintendo Switch console is in Sleep Mode
Filter News to view only unread news or news from specific channels
To keep the Parental Controls PIN private, the default method for PIN entry has been changed to entering using the Control Stick and buttons instead of the on-screen number pad
When prompted to enter you Parental Controls PIN, press and hold the + Button to change between input methods
Captured videos in the Album will be restricted by Parental Controls depending on the Restricted Software setting and Software Rating Organization
Play-Time Limit restrictions will still apply even when the software title has been whitelisted.
Receive notification when pre-purchased software is ready to play
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller grip colors will now display in the Controllers menu
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including:
Resolved an issue that caused Play Activity to display incorrectly in the Profile section of your User Page
5.0.1
Improvements Included in Version 5.0.1 (Distributed 3/26/2018)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience
5.0.2
Improvements Included in Version 5.0.2 (Distributed 4/16/2018)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including:
Resolved an issue that caused motion controls to respond incorrectly when playing games that use the feature
Resolved an issue that caused user icons for recommended friends to not display correctly
5.1.0
Improvements Included in Version 5.1.0 (Distributed 5/30/2018)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience
6.0.0
Improvements Included in Version 6.0.0 (Distributed 9/18/2018)
Nintendo Switch Online* features and functionality have been added, including:
Save Data Cloud
User your internet connection to back up game save data for compatible games
Some games are not compatible with Save Data Cloud
To manage save data, head to System Settings > Data Management > Save Data Cloud
*Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online play. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Save Data Cloud available in compatible games. Terms apply. To learn more, click here.
Added the following system functionality
Upload up to four Album screenshots at once on supported social network services
Only one captured video can be uploaded at once
Select from six new Captain Toad icons for your user
To edit your user icon, head to your My Page on the top left of the Home Menu > Profile
The term "active console" has been renamed "primary console" in Nintendo eShop
You can play your digital software and content on non-primary consoles by linking your Nintendo Account
Display of Nintendo Switch News articles will be limited to match the restricted software parental controls setting selections
Please note that the restriction will only apply to News articles distributed after the release of version 6.0.0.
Change the layout of the USB keyboard to the desired language
To change the language, head to the System Settings > System > USB Keyboard
Removed the following system functionality
After installing the system update, it will no longer be possible to unlink your Nintendo Account from your Nintendo Switch user
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including:
Compatibility improvements have been made for a controller licensed by Nintendo
6.0.1
Improvements Included in Version 6.0.1 (Distributed 10/08/2018)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including:
Resolved an issue where internet connection test does not display correct results for download and upload speed
Resolved an issue where some licensed controllers' motion controls such as tilt function respond incorrectly
6.1.0
Improvements Included in Version 6.1.0 (Distributed 10/29/2018)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including:
Resolved an issue where certain games don’t recognize a Nintendo Switch Online membership for a short time after purchase
6.2.0
Improvements Included in Version 6.2.0 (Distributed 11/19/2018)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.
7.0.0
Improvements Included in Version 7.0.0 (Distributed 1/28/2019)
Select from six new New Super Mario Bros.™ U Deluxeicons for your user
To edit your user icon, head to your My Page, then Profile on the top-left of the HOME menu
Added additional language support to the HOME Menu for Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), and Korean
To change the language, head to the System Settings, System, then Language
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience
7.0.1
Improvements Included in Version 7.0.1 (Distributed 2/18/2019)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including:
Resolved an issue where the Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! games cannot reconnect to the Pokémon GO app if the game software was closed after pairing with the app.
8.0.0
Improvements Included in Version 8.0.0 (Distributed 5/15/2019)
Added the following system functionality:
A Sort Software feature is available after selecting to view All Software from the HOME Menu
Software can be sorted by time last played, total play time, software title, and software publisher
The All Software option displays when there are 13 or more software icons on the HOME Menu
A View All Available News option is available within News, allowing you to view all news items currently being distributed
Go to News, Channel List, then View More.
Select from 15 new icons from the Splatoon™ 2 and Yoshi’s Crafted World™games for your user
To edit your user icon, head to your My Page on the top-left of the HOME Menu and then select Profile
A feature to Transfer Your Save Data is now available, allowing you to transfer your save data for individual games between your Nintendo Switch systems
Go to System Settings, Data Management, then Transfer Your Save Data
Save data will not remain on your source system after the transfer process completes
A Zoom feature can be enabled from within System Settings
Go to System Settings, then System to turn Zoom ON
Once enabled, you can use the Zoom feature by pressing the HOME Button twice
An option is available to prevent the system from waking from Sleep Mode when an AC adapter is disconnected
Go to System Settings, Sleep Mode, then Wake When AC Adapter is Disconnected
This also applies when undocking your console
A VR Mode (3D Visuals) restriction is available within Parental Controls
This will also be available in the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app through a later update
Go to System Settings, then Parental Controls
These settings can also be changed from within Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit
Hong Kong/Taiwan/South Korea is available for selection in Region
Go to System Settings, System, then Region
The following names have been changed (functionality remains the same)
Save Data Cloud Backup has been changed to Save Data Cloud
Transfer Your User and Save Data has been changed to Transfer Your User Data
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.
8.0.1
Improvements Included in Version 8.0.1 (Distributed 5/23/2019)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.
8.1.0
Improvements Included in Version 8.1.0 (Distributed 6/17/2019)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.
9.0.0
Improvements Included in Version 9.0.0 (Distributed 9/9/2019)
Added the following system functionality:
Added a search feature for the News Channel.
Channels can be searched using filters or free text.
Added “Display QR Code to Check In” to User Settings.
You can display a QR Code on-screen to check in using your Nintendo Account.
Alarm Notifications have been added to System Settings > Notifications.
You can check or delete pre-set alarms.
Alarms can be set up only within supported software (to be added at a later time).
A controller firmware update may be required to use this feature.
You can now configure touch screen sensitivity settings.
Select between Standard and Stylus sensitivity (optimized for stylus input).
Added the option to turn on/off the system button input (Nintendo Switch Lite only).
When this setting is turned off the system no longer receives input from the console buttons, with the exception of the Capture and HOME Buttons, and can only be operated from a wirelessly paired controller (sold separately).
This setting is on by default and can only be turned off if a compatible controller (sold separately) is wirelessly paired to the console.
The setting will automatically turn back on when the console is restarted or after returning from sleep mode.
Added “Online Play Invites” section to the User's page.
Invites from friends to join online play in supported software will be displayed in this section.
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.
Resolved an issue where some users can’t start the Fire Emblem: Three Houses game, and get an error instead.
9.0.1
Improvements Included in Version 9.0.1 (Distributed 9/30/2019)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including a solution for the following:
Resolved an issue that may have triggered errors during game play.
Resolved an issue that may display an instruction to remove the Joy-Con during the initial setup of Nintendo Switch Lite.
9.1.0
Improvements Included in Version 9.1.0 (Distributed 12/04/2019)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience, including a solution for the following:
Resolved an issue where the color animation was not displaying correctly when attaching a Joy-Con controller to the Nintendo Switch console.
9.2.0
Improvements Included in Version 9.2.0 (Distributed 03/02/2020)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.
10.0.0
Improvements Included in Version 10.0.0 (Distributed 04/13/2020)
Added a bookmark feature to News.
This feature allows you to bookmark your favorite news items.
A maximum of 300 news items can be bookmarked.
An internet connection is required to view bookmarked News items.
News items that are no longer available cannot be viewed, even if they were bookmarked.
Added an option to transfer software data between the system memory and an SD card.
Users can now transfer downloadable software, update data, and DLC from the system memory to an SD card (and vice versa).
Note that save data and some update data cannot be transferred to an SD card.
Added an option to remap the controller buttons.
Analog stick and button configurations can now be changed for each paired controller.
Custom configurations can be saved as favorites in System Settings > Controllers and Sensors.
Custom configurations are stored on the Nintendo Switch system.
Configurations can be customized for the following controllers: Joy-Con (L), Joy-Con (R), Nintendo Switch Pro Controller. Button configurations can also be customized on the Nintendo Switch Lite system.
This feature is not available for other controllers.
On each system, up to five favorite custom configurations can be saved for Joy-Con (L), five for Joy-Con (R), five for Nintendo Switch Pro Controller. Five configurations can also be saved as favorites for Nintendo Switch Lite.
Added a new section in User Settings for Play Activity Settings.
The options for "Display play activity to:" and "Delete Play Activity" have been moved from Friends Settings to the new Play Activity Settings.
Added new selections to the lineup of user profile icons.
Select from 6 new icons from the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game for your user.
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.
10.0.1
Improvements Included in Version 10.0.1 (Distributed 04/21/2020)
General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.
Hello, I have a Switch with 19.1.0 software and I installed Picofly. Should I update before creating emuMMC?(is there are any benefits?) Are there any problems with version 22.1.0? Should I update through OFW or use other methods? Should I back up my MMC before updating?
So I'm planning to make the move from sig-patches to the sys-patch module, and for this I will do a clean reinstall of Atmosphere, Hekate, and install the latest sys-patch module. The question is, has anyone got this working on firmware 22.1.0 (I'm currently on 20.5.0)? If so, does it work by loading from Hekate (via pkg3), or only with fusee.bin?
So I'm planning to make the move from sig-patches to the sys-patch module, and for this I will do a clean reinstall of Atmosphere, Hekate, and install the latest sys-patch module. The question is, has anyone got this working on firmware 22.1.0 (I'm currently on 20.5.0)? If so, does it work by loading from Hekate (via pkg3), or only with fusee.bin?
Hello, I have a Switch with 19.1.0 software and I installed Picofly. Should I update before creating emuMMC?(is there are any benefits?) Are there any problems with version 22.1.0? Should I update through OFW or use other methods? Should I back up my MMC before updating?
Depends on what you want to do, if you got a clean OFW, you can decide to keep that clean or not, Sysnand CFW and OFW share the same NAND. You can use an emunand if you want to play online on OFW.
Yeah, I tried to update Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Bros. Wonder, but it resulted in the game titles being messed up due to being installed on lower firmware, so I had revert them.
I got a modded switch from a friend. He updated the OFW.
I have updated the last hats pack and the emummc works again.
But if i Launch the OFW from launch I got the error "Failed to identify kernel".
If I use reboot OFW, it works like a charm.
can someone help me with this error?
Hey guys im having an weird issue.
The switch modded normally(software) and manages to run copys without an issue. Then out of nowhere it start having issues launching the games so I've assumed it was an faulty sd card reader and replaced it.
After that I tested again and it couldnt it still gave me an error so Ive replace to a new micro sd card and still got the same issues.
Without any idea what to do I replaced all the files for new ones and tried to install new games and its crashes the switch. Im out of ideas of what to do. Could someone provide me some insight. ?
Switch fw : 19.0.1
tried lastest HATS and downloading the necessary files 1 by 1 from the git repos
those erroes in the screeshots are when I tried ot install using USB. I did manage to install using install from SD fromt he zombie app(forgot the name) but the game does not launch and chekc for corruption
I plead for help for my sanity and daughters hyperactivity
Hey guys im having an weird issue.
The switch modded normally(software) and manages to run copys without an issue. Then out of nowhere it start having issues launching the games so I've assumed it was an faulty sd card reader and replaced it.
After that I tested again and it couldnt it still gave me an error so Ive replace to a new micro sd card and still got the same issues.
Without any idea what to do I replaced all the files for new ones and tried to install new games and its crashes the switch. Im out of ideas of what to do. Could someone provide me some insight. ?
Switch fw : 19.0.1
tried lastest HATS and downloading the necessary files 1 by 1 from the git repos
those erroes in the screeshots are when I tried ot install using USB. I did manage to install using install from SD fromt he zombie app(forgot the name) but the game does not launch and chekc for corruption
I plead for help for my sanity and daughters hyperactivity
So afterwards i wanted to play some games right? I downloaded DBI and was trying to transfer a file into my sd card on my switch using dbi. Im on mac so im using an android file transfer app. whenever I place the file into my sd card, after the file is 100% processed, an error saying "couldnt copy file" occurs.
I have no idea what to do after here. Someone said to make sure my switch is on the latest firmware, (which is it, 22.1.0) and to make sure hetake and atmosphere are updated to their latest version, which they are. I dont know what else to do after this. I
maybe i have to do smth else before getting games but idk. I also read some stuff about sig patches and sys patches. I know absolutely nothing about this and I tried to download patches for FW 22.1.0 but i couldnt find any.
Im very new to modding so Im clueless and have very limited knowledge so if anyone could provide a bit of help that would be greatly appreciated. Please and Thank you
So afterwards i wanted to play some games right? I downloaded DBI and was trying to transfer a file into my sd card on my switch using dbi. Im on mac so im using an android file transfer app. whenever I place the file into my sd card, after the file is 100% processed, an error saying "couldnt copy file" occurs.
I have no idea what to do after here. Someone said to make sure my switch is on the latest firmware, (which is it, 22.1.0) and to make sure hetake and atmosphere are updated to their latest version, which they are. I dont know what else to do after this. I
maybe i have to do smth else before getting games but idk. I also read some stuff about sig patches and sys patches. I know absolutely nothing about this and I tried to download patches for FW 22.1.0 but i couldnt find any.
Im very new to modding so Im clueless and have very limited knowledge so if anyone could provide a bit of help that would be greatly appreciated. Please and Thank you
I downloaded DBI and was trying to transfer a file into my sd card on my switch using dbi. Im on mac so im using an android file transfer app. whenever I place the file into my sd card, after the file is 100% processed, an error saying "couldnt copy file" occurs.
FAT32 formatted card? Not sure why are you transferring files to the SD card while you can just install the game, no need to copy the installation file (NSP/XCI or similar)?
The usual sigpatches thread here on GBATemp is no longer maintained by OP because the tool that was used to make those patches is no longer maintained (at least not publicly). Some users are still providing sigpatches for others, latest ones should be here.
Starting from v1.7.0, Atmosphere no longer supports ips kip patches (check the release notes here) which are usually used for piracy reasons. Therefore sigpatches won't work unless you:
1) Load Atmosphere's package3 via Hekate's FSS0 - You'll need to reboot to Hekate, go to Launch and select emuNAND CFW or sysNAND CFW (depending on which one you use). If you've downloaded the sigpatches from here. your bootloader/hekate_ipl.bin will already have everything you need to have configured.
2) Use modified Atmosphere's fusee.bin payload with ips kip patches support.
3) Use sys-patch instead of sigpatches.
4) Use bth's Atmosphere fork with built-in patches.
FAT32 formatted card? Not sure why are you transferring files to the SD card while you can just install the game, no need to copy the installation file (NSP/XCI or similar)?
yes my sd card is FAT32 formatted. This is something i didnt know actually so thank you for telling me. Could you elaborate further on "you can just install the game."?
because yes previously i was transferring the NSP file from my mac onto my sd card using dbi.
Alright thank you so much. So correct me if im wrong but all I need to do is download the files from the hyperlink you just provided for sys-patch and put them onto my sd card. After that, will the sys-patches be installed? Again thank you for sharing ur knowledge as someone who knows nothing on this topic.
FAT32 formatted card? Not sure why are you transferring files to the SD card while you can just install the game, no need to copy the installation file (NSP/XCI or similar)?
The usual sigpatches thread here on GBATemp is no longer maintained by OP because the tool that was used to make those patches is no longer maintained (at least not publicly). Some users are still providing sigpatches for others, latest ones should be here.
Starting from v1.7.0, Atmosphere no longer supports ips kip patches (check the release notes here) which are usually used for piracy reasons. Therefore sigpatches won't work unless you:
1) Load Atmosphere's package3 via Hekate's FSS0 - You'll need to reboot to Hekate, go to Launch and select emuNAND CFW or sysNAND CFW (depending on which one you use). If you've downloaded the sigpatches from here. your bootloader/hekate_ipl.bin will already have everything you need to have configured.
2) Use modified Atmosphere's fusee.bin payload with ips kip patches support.
3) Use sys-patch instead of sigpatches.
4) Use bth's Atmosphere fork with built-in patches.
tl;dr: Get sys-patch.
Post automatically merged:
Mine's almost the same as the one from sigpatches thread.
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