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GuliKit Elves 2 Pro — Mode switch

Quick answer

Button combo

Mode (hold ~2s, cycles Switch·PC XINPUT·PC DINPUT·iOS·Android)

Steps

  1. 1Power on with a short press of the Mode button.
  2. 2Hold the Mode button ~2s to cycle through the modes: Switch · PC XINPUT · PC DINPUT · iOS · Android.
  3. 3Stop on the mode that matches your device.
  4. 4Pair (hold Pairing 2s) after choosing the mode — pairings are stored per mode.
  5. 5Use DINPUT only for older PC games/emulators; XINPUT is best for modern Windows games.

LED states

  • solid—Per-mode LED color on NS59 is unconfirmed — check the printed card
  • solid—Connected to a host
Last verified: 2026-06-20Source: gulikit.com

Always pick the mode before pairing. Hold the Mode button ~2s to step through Switch, PC XINPUT, PC DINPUT, iOS and Android. Choose Switch for the console, PC XINPUT for modern Windows games, PC DINPUT for retro titles or simulators, and iOS/Android for phones, tablets and Mac. Each mode keeps its own pairing, so switching modes may need a fresh pair.

FAQ

What's the difference between XINPUT and DINPUT?
XINPUT is the modern Windows standard for new games; DINPUT (DirectInput) is an older protocol for retro games and simulators.
After changing modes my controller won't connect.
Each mode stores its own pairing — hold Pairing for 2 seconds again and re-select it on the host.

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