What causes switch drift?

The Nintendo Switch's Joy-Con drift issue is caused by a fundamental design flaw according to a UK consumer group. As reported by Eurogamer, a report from Which claims that, even after just a few months of use, the Joy-Con's plastic circuit boards show significant wear on the joystick slider contact points.

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2024-02-03 06:21:43

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Do switch pro controllers get stick drift?
Drifting is a problem that is undeniably common in the Switch's Joy-Con, but it can also affect Pro Controllers as well. That's not to say Nintendo's products are cheap or shoddy universally; drift is an issue that can affect any controller on the market – even the mighty Xbox One Elite Controller isn't safe.
2024-02-20 02:10:20

How can i tell if my controller has a drift switch?
If the plus icon isn't in the center or there's a dot that seems to move erratically or “lean” in a particular direction, your Joy-Con is exhibiting signs of stick drift.
2023-06-11 21:01:13

Can you fix stick drift on switch?
Nintendo has an easy guide for doing so. Simply go to the System Settings menu, and navigate to the Controllers and Sensors section. Scroll down to the option for calibrating control sticks, hit X to recalibrate a stick, and follow the on-screen prompts. Repeat for the second thumbstick, and you're all set.
2023-03-07 18:07:38

How do you drift on nintendo switch?
You'll notice that when you tap 'ZR', 'R' or 'SR' (the latter if you're playing with a solo Joy-Con) your character will hop in the air. This is how you initiate a drift - as you head into a corner press and hold one of these buttons and the drift will begin.
2023-02-26 01:50:37

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