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RetroCompass

8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth — Mode switch

Quick answer

Button combo

mode switch S(Switch)·X (dock pair) — see notes

Steps

  1. 1Power off the controller before changing modes.
  2. 2Set the mode switch to S for Nintendo Switch.
  3. 3For Android/PC, set the switch and connect over Bluetooth.
  4. 4Power on (START or HOME) so it boots in the chosen mode.
  5. 5Re-pair (PAIR 3s) if you changed the target platform.

LED states

  • Solid—Connected in current mode
  • Fast blink—Awaiting host in this mode
Last verified: 2026-06-20Source: support.8bitdo.com

This Bluetooth model targets Nintendo Switch and Android. The hardware mode switch on the back selects the platform — set it to S for Switch; the dock-pairing flow uses position X. Always switch modes with the controller powered off, then power on and re-pair for the new platform. The exact silkscreen on the slider can vary by unit, so verify against your controller (see notes).

FAQ

What do the switch positions mean?
On this Bluetooth model, S = Nintendo Switch and the dock-pairing procedure uses X. Beware: D-Input/X-Input labels belong to the separate 2.4G model, not this one.
Does it have a PC XInput mode?
This is the Bluetooth (Switch/Android) model. It pairs to PC over Bluetooth; the 2.4G receiver and XInput/DInput modes are on a different SKU.

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