How to transfer data from Nintendo Switch to Switch OLED

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If you’ve picked up a new Nintendo Switch OLED, you already know that it’s a substantial upgrade from the previous iterations of the console. What you may not know, however, is how to transfer your data from your old Switch to your new Switch OLED.

Unfortunately, the transfer process isn’t as straightforward as you might expect, so it can be confusing to get things going. However, we’ve got all the details on how to migrate your user data from one Switch to another, even if you don’t have access to your previous system and best Switch games. Here’s how to transfer your data from your Switch to the Switch OLED.

How to transfer data from Switch to Switch OLED

Step 1

You’ll need your original Switch, along with the new Switch OLED turned on, to begin the transfer process between the two. Both systems need to be plugged in for this so they don’t die in the middle of the transfer. (If you don’t have access to the old Switch system, you can skip down to the alternative method we have below.)

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Step 2

Go through the setup process on the new Switch OLED and get to the point where you can navigate the main menu. Before starting the transfer process, make sure your Switch OLED has the most recent update. To verify, select System Settings indicated by the gear icon from the main screen and then navigate down to System. From here, select the System Update option, and if an update is available, it will begin downloading.

Step 3

After the system has been updated, make your way back to System Settings > Users > Add User > Import User Data from Another Console.

Step 4

Then, the system will ask you if you still have the console with the account you want to import. Select Yes. After that, it’ll ask if you still intend on using the previous console. The answer to this question will differ from person to person,