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How to Change Nintendo Switch Online App Language to English on iPhone
Question details
The user needs to change the display language of the Nintendo Switch Online app to English on their iOS device.
- Product
- Nintendo Switch Online App
- Device & OS
- iPhone 15 / iOS
- Scenario
- The user launches the Nintendo Switch Online app and finds that the interface is displaying in a language other than English.
- Observed behavior
- The application interface defaults to a foreign language, preventing the user from navigating the app properly and accessing its features.
Ensure your iPhone is updated to iOS 13 or a newer version, as earlier iOS versions do not support app-specific language settings.
Change the App-Specific Language in iOS Settings
Use the iPhone's built-in settings to assign English specifically to the Nintendo Switch Online app without affecting the rest of your system.
Unlock your iPhone and launch the default 'Settings' application from your home screen.
Scroll down the main settings menu until you find the list of your installed apps. Tap on 'Nintendo Switch Online'.
Under the 'Preferred Language' section, tap 'Language' and choose 'English' from the available options.
Adjust the iPhone System Language
If you cannot set the language for the app individually, changing your iPhone's primary system language to English will force the app to update.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my Nintendo Switch Online app displaying in Japanese?
The app automatically follows the primary or secondary language settings configured on your iPhone. If your region is set to Japan, or if Japanese is placed higher than English in your preferred languages list, the app will default to it.
Can I change the language directly inside the Nintendo Switch Online app?
No, the Nintendo Switch Online app does not feature an internal language toggle menu. All language preferences must be managed externally through your iPhone's main Settings app.
Do I need to reinstall the app for the language change to take effect?
Reinstallation is usually not required. Once you change the language in your iOS settings, simply force close the Nintendo Switch Online app and reopen it to see the updated English interface.
Will changing the app language affect my Nintendo account region?
No, changing the display language of the app on your iPhone only affects the local user interface. It does not alter your Nintendo Account's registered country or eShop region.
