Update: just checked one of my other older docks and it too had that small piece of rubber on the front piece, so that's not new to the OLED dock, which means this DIY hack is even more important as the older docks 100% scratched your screens!
@@mcdixon great question! Yes, I'd recommend to do all 4 strips at 6.5cm just to be safe but I've not had a problem at all using the Dock in the video... I have installed a screen protector on the OLED just to be save though!
i have a question could the screen protecter that nintendo placed be scratched instead of the screen? because my nintendo was scratched but it looks scratched from the surface only
@@pxrveer7597 Yes, if it's just light scratches then it'll be the protector that's scratched but do not remove it! Simply apply another screen protector over the top and that will make light scratches invisible. The screen protector Nintendo applied is to stop the glass from shattering.
This is fantastic! I'm a brand new Switch owner and I wanna preserve my OLED model for as long as possible! Definitely adding this to my dock and getting a screen protector for sure.
Brand new glass protector and had my hori pro attached as well docked , then took it out and bam! Light scratches on the right side and one on the top left side . Wife bout the stuff, watched your video and BAM!!! No more scratches !! Your a saint! Plus the snug fit . Love it . Thanks again bro!
Thank you for the great tip. I bought an OLED switch yesterday and have been too scared to touch it until I put a screen protector on and felt strips inside the dock.
Dude you're creative af man! Keep up the videos! I've watched so many of your videos and you're the main reason I'm buying OLED switch tomorrow! You got good vibes.
Just got the OLED the other day and was thinking how the dock has some wiggle room. Legit thought to myself a sheet of felt completely covering the screen (on the inside of the dock) would be great. This works too though and I didn't realize there were "rails" on the sides. That's probably easier and better than my idea.
Does anyone have experience using this hack with the Mumba cover/grip? New switch owner here and I love your channel, your beard, your tats, and piercings you handsome human! Haha thanks for all that you do!
@@128KB does using the Dock improve the graphics quality at all by anychance just curious as I'm not going to use the Dock until I get some felt on it and a screen protector lol
@@Badmancity yeah the dock makes most games run at 1080p, but I recommend on getting a M-Classic for your switch dock that can upscale the image and add antialiasing so the image looks overall more improved :3
Definitely will do this whenever I get my OLED Switch in from Amazon hopefully next week. Was able to get one from there for retail price as they are available to Amazon Prime members only and I had a active free 30 day Prime trial. I know I should put a actual tempered glass screen protector on it but I really don't want to deal with getting it perfectly dust free. My regular V2 Switch took me forever to get the screen protector just the right dust free way. I was being OCD that every little spot of black from dust bugged me causing me to constantly remove or lift up protector. I went through like 15 protectors due to sides getting to where they don't stick when getting the dust out but whatever. My Switch Lite has never had a screen protector and is still scratch free but of course that doesn't dock like regular/OLED models. I do have a black dock sleeve from my original dock but I don't want to cover up the white dock with it. I actually just used the damn dock sock as a pouch for my earbuds when in the switch carry case.
Congratulations on getting the OLED!! I know it's a pain but pleeeeeaaseeeee put a glass screen protector on it! The OLED screen has a tiny screen protector on it to stop the screen from shattering (don't take it off) but it scratches pretty easily. I put a tempered glass screen protector on, luckily without any dust, and now I'm happy it's protected along with this dock hack! Still not got a single scratch.
@@128KB Yeah thanks it's supposed to be here Saturday and I know I will at least attempt to put a screen protector on. I will check the GameStop near me for one but everywhere else I only see the regular Switch and Switch lite ones. Probably order a 4 pack or whatever that has more then 1 of them on Amazon and if all 4 attempts failed that's it on trying to get a screen protector on it. At least with my regular Switch I got them from Walmart and was able to return as needed so only out money for just one.
@@darkhalf9134 yeah they're a bit harder to get hold of over here in the UK, I just bought a pack from Amazon. I got lucky and did it perfect first time, just take your time and you'll manage it!
@@128KB Just got the OLED in today and now that I made sure everything is ok with it I ordered a 3 pack of the Screen protectors. Here's hoping it works but I will see Tuesday when they are said to arrive by. I am going to try the application outside on a table we have on back porch. Maybe less dust outside if wind is not blowing. I mean winter and all so not like pollen would be a factor. If that fails I will try the steamy shower method in the bathroom where steam helps lower dust in air. That method so far had been best but still always had at least one small dot of dust that bothered me. If I am down to the third I might just attempt it at work on break. It's a Dollar General (US retail chain) so I figured maybe less dust in say the store office or a store shelf then say kitchen table at home.
what's the best screen protector that doesn't affect screen quality? and when you replace a screen protector, does it remove the anti-shatter film nintendo installed from the factory?
Go for the spigen screen protector. Even if you remove later the screen protector, the switch’s light film will stay where it is, don’t worry, I have already tried it
@@VAMPIREMACHIINE I have a local store here in the UK called Hobby Craft and I managed to buy a single sheet for less than 50 pence. Check your local stores before buying an entire pack!
Female USB cable and an Hori play stand. Plug the female end into the switch doc and your set. Cheap and effective. Also no wear and tear on the USB C port since your manually plugging in the cable on the switch.
Hi, I know I’m a bit late so no answer is fine but I have some adhesive back foam. It’s just like yours, black with a white adhesive strip on the back but it’s not felt, it’s a thin strip of soft foam. Will that work? I REALLY want to protect my new Legend of Zelda tears of the kingdom OLED switch lol
In my opinion it would be a better idea to just remove the problematic front plate. I know that one's a permanent mod and might sacrifice some of the aesthetic of the dock but in all honesty I think it's worth it, especially since it allows the dock to be used stand alone as a USB hub and charger, even on a lite.
Great video. Really useful tip. The felt you have in description is £48 with a few weeks wait time. Any recommendations on which other ones to go for which has the right thickness and won’t put too much pressure on screen when slotted in ? Thanks
WHAT £48?! Well, it wasn't that expensive originally. Honestly any kind of thin double sided felt will be fine, the felt should compress providing it's not super thick.
but why only on the corners? why not put felt on the entire part were the Switch's Screen will be? 🤔 is it wider there? is it just the corners that are tight? forgive me but i have never taken out the dock on mine, never. it is still in the box, in its bag.😂 i always only use my switch either handheld mode or tabletop mode.
Yes that's 100% correct but this isn't about that, this is about how to stop scratching the screen whether a screen protector is installed or not as the dock can scratch it.
How thick is that sheet of felt ? Also does that make the oled dock less loose now? That’s the only thing that bothers me lol. Thanks for this video man! Sup definitely try it
It's not massively thick, was the cheapest I could find aha, you don't want it so thick that it's hard to push the console in but yes it does make it less loose. No problem at all, hope it works out for you! 😁
This is an awesome idea. Thank you. But the problem I'm having is this. I just bought my Nintendo switch 2 weeks ago. In the rubber pieces at the bottom or the problem. The rubber pieces are scratching the bezel or smudging the bezel. So do you think it's okay to put this felt down over the rubber pieces too? Because that's the problem I'm having
Should be able to get filtband on a roll at your hardware store or Amazon in 10mm width.. got a roll of 1m for 2Euro.. just looks a bit better in my opinion..
I just bought my first oled switch. Now I need to protective at all cause. I’m from the US. Would this work for the Mario console edition as well? I mean the same length and everything.
This is the problem I'm having. I just got my switch in the rubber pieces at the bottom of the dock scratch your bezel. Any luck on getting the smudges or scratches off your bezel?. Thank you
would this work with some cutup denim? i don't wanna buy something i know i won't usr again so i'm trying to see if i can do this w any materials around my house
Thanks a bunch mate.. When I did this the switch would not pull outvthe dock without holding down the dock, it makes outting the switch and out far more tricky and higher risk of damaging it, i used 1.2mm felt hardly that thick, but its too thick, now when removing this thick felts its leaving a right mess. Bad instructions.... Mate.
@@128KB yea back then when the original Switch came out i use to hear a lot of complaints about Switch screen getting scratched so i was taking no chances lol
@@ImaFnT-Rex Haha that's exactly why I came up with this trick back then too! Just thought I'd share it now for anyone that's got an OLED or new switch in general :)
@@128KB in a way I'm shocked that Nintendo never thought of that .. but it's good we have people on youtube that can let it be known there was Huge complaints in the past about dock scratching and didn't install soft thin pads of any kind
@@ImaFnT-Rex yeah and it could have been such an easy fix for them to do too... Shame really but yes, definitely good that people can share tips about it :)
Glass screen protector.....thats all you need.....also the docks only scratched it hard cause the early Docks where slightly broken look up the penny test and switch docks
Obviously use a screen protector but the docks will still scratch a new OLED due to the plastic screen protector they apply from the factory to prevent the glass shattering.
I’m going to be putting Skull & Co Neogrip on my OLED. Will this hack still allow the switch to slide into the dock ie with the added thickness the grip presents. Many thanks. Like you I’m fastidious.
I'm interested in purchasing Skull & Co. NeoGrip which also works with the console docked (but apparently it's a snug fit). have you had some experience with dockable grips and the demonstrated DIY hack? Do you think it might be too snug for both the cloth piece and the gripped console?
@@ajackson-ross7295 the socks are definitely worth getting and they can look cool too! This is just a good alternative for those that don't want to spend as much
Oh no! Sorry to hear that 😭 but don't worry just yet!! Is it light scratches on the screen from the dock? What I recommend you do is get a tempered glass screen protector and install it ASAP! The adhesive and glass from the protector will actually get rid of the scratches visibly, so you won't see them anymore. I've bought countless used old handheld consoles (like Playstation Vita's, DS, 3DS etc) that have had light or moderate scratched screens, installed glass screen protectors and they look brand new :) It sounds silly but it's worked for me time after time! Give it a try and let us know how you get one :)
I did this hack although it is very protective it does make it a little more difficult to get the switch in and out. The only other thing I am worried about is if it will affect airflow in the dock? Have you had any issues with the switch overheating because of this?
That just depends on the thickness of the felt used, if anything I prefer the slightly snugger fit and it will compress over time. It can't affect airflow of the Switch if you've left the airflow holes open.
Hello! First of all, thanks for the advice! As soon as I put my OLED Switch on the dock and it mades a mini scratch on a 9H tempered glass that I bought, I saw the need for something like this, it works like silk, nothin scratched anymore, but, the problem is, when I go to charge it in the dock, I've been noticing that it gets hot For example I just charged it from 13% to 55% and it's really hot, idk if it's normal or it's because my house it's hot in summer here in Spain (Between 82F and 86F), but it's concerns me because even the fans doesn't sound (or at least i doesn't hear it) So... thinking... could be that the sheet of felt it's blocking the vents making it difficult the Switch to breathe? I placed it on all 4 sides at 6.5 mm if my memory doesn't fail, but I think that the way the ventilation ducts are placed, it should not block them Is it normal that get hot when it get charged? Or depends of the seasons of the year, the % of battery to charge, etc? Thanks in advance!
That'll be down to the crazy heat waves we're having currently worldwide. Providing you've put the strips of fabric where I did in the video that will not block the intakes or exhaust on the Switch, so that won't be the cause. It is normal for any device to get hot as its charged up but the season definitely makes it even hotter currently!
I have no idea how but my white oled dock got stained black and it won’t come off !!!! I wonder if it has something to do with the voltage attracting dust 🤨 it was literally perfect one night and then so dirty in the morning after I played it for hours
I am a brand new switch oled owner and die this trick but found out its quite snugg now is that an problem for a switch and will it be even snugger when i apply a screen protector?
Ah I didn't actually get it from there, just put that to help others choose something similar. Any will do though as long as it has an adhesive sticky back, that's all that matters 😁 I bought a single sheet of it from a local craft store.
@@ajackson-ross7295 any felt will do that has an adhesive back to stick it to the dock. The felt just covers the plastic so it doesn't scratch, the thickness doesn't matter really provided you don't get really thick stuff otherwise you might not be able to get your switch in the dock haha. Unfortunately, I can't show you what I bought because it was from a local craft shop, not online.
So pissed. I literally put tape over the rails and everything because my original switch got scuffed up. Last night looking at the front of my oled the metal bezel has a million little microscratches. It's hard to see just glacing at it and my screen has always had a protector but im super OCD about my stuff and this sucks. Idk how it has the many scratches.
Not entirely sure, I wouldn't have thought it matters because thicker felt should just make it a little more snug and probably compress a bit over time
How? What felt did you use? Did you cover the entire plastic strips on the dock? If you put a glass screen protector over the screen it will hide minor scratches as the adhesives fills them in
Update: just checked one of my other older docks and it too had that small piece of rubber on the front piece, so that's not new to the OLED dock, which means this DIY hack is even more important as the older docks 100% scratched your screens!
So would you recommend that the front stripes are also 6.5 cm long just like the ones in the back side of the dock?
@@mcdixon great question! Yes, I'd recommend to do all 4 strips at 6.5cm just to be safe but I've not had a problem at all using the Dock in the video... I have installed a screen protector on the OLED just to be save though!
i have a question could the screen protecter that nintendo placed be scratched instead of the screen? because my nintendo was scratched but it looks scratched from the surface only
@@pxrveer7597 Yes, if it's just light scratches then it'll be the protector that's scratched but do not remove it! Simply apply another screen protector over the top and that will make light scratches invisible. The screen protector Nintendo applied is to stop the glass from shattering.
@@128KB TYY
This is fantastic! I'm a brand new Switch owner and I wanna preserve my OLED model for as long as possible! Definitely adding this to my dock and getting a screen protector for sure.
Great idea! Hope you enjoy the OLED 😍
Brand new glass protector and had my hori pro attached as well docked , then took it out and bam! Light scratches on the right side and one on the top left side . Wife bout the stuff, watched your video and BAM!!! No more scratches !! Your a saint! Plus the snug fit . Love it . Thanks again bro!
You're super welcome!
Thank you for the great tip. I bought an OLED switch yesterday and have been too scared to touch it until I put a screen protector on and felt strips inside the dock.
So glad to have helped
The peeling is the hardest part. Thanks for the great idea and the instructions. I already had the felt, so I was able to follow along. Had fun.
Just did this to my new OLED. It’s perfect! Looking forward to no scuffs. Bonus: super easy to apply.
Awesome stuff :D still no issues for me almost a year on!
This hack is great. I only used the felt for the front since I have a ronin grip so the back is protected.👍🏽👍🏽
Dude you're creative af man! Keep up the videos! I've watched so many of your videos and you're the main reason I'm buying OLED switch tomorrow! You got good vibes.
Thank you so much! Means so much to hear our videos are helpful and enjoyable! You're going to love the OLED I'm sure! :D
Just got the OLED the other day and was thinking how the dock has some wiggle room. Legit thought to myself a sheet of felt completely covering the screen (on the inside of the dock) would be great. This works too though and I didn't realize there were "rails" on the sides. That's probably easier and better than my idea.
Great minds think alike ;)
Definitely deserve a Blue Peter Badge!
You even used "Sticky Back Felt"!!
Brilliant idea, thank you!
Hahahah I wish I got sent a blue Peter badge 🤣 glad you enjoyed the video
Does anyone have experience using this hack with the Mumba cover/grip?
New switch owner here and I love your channel, your beard, your tats, and piercings you handsome human! Haha thanks for all that you do!
I've not used the Mumba cover sadly :( so glad you enjoy the channel! Thank you for the compliments, usually get people hating on my appearance hahah!
Thank you so much got my oled yesterday, did the felt today on the dock works flawless thank you so much once again
No problem at all! So glad to have helped, such a simply trick too :D enjoy your beautiful OLED!
I want to eventually upgrade my switch to an Oled and keep it looking new for as long as possible so this was very helpful thanks!
You're welcome, enjoy your OLED when you get one!
Just bought an OLED, and I'm happy to have came across this DIY Dock Hack video!
Standing ovation for you sir
Glad you enjoyed the video!
I just got the OLED glad I done some research before using the Dock going to use this hack and get a screen protector for sure thanks 😊
Great idea! Enjoy the OLED
@@128KB does using the Dock improve the graphics quality at all by anychance just curious as I'm not going to use the Dock until I get some felt on it and a screen protector lol
@@Badmancity yeah the dock makes most games run at 1080p, but I recommend on getting a M-Classic for your switch dock that can upscale the image and add antialiasing so the image looks overall more improved :3
Definitely will do this whenever I get my OLED Switch in from Amazon hopefully next week. Was able to get one from there for retail price as they are available to Amazon Prime members only and I had a active free 30 day Prime trial.
I know I should put a actual tempered glass screen protector on it but I really don't want to deal with getting it perfectly dust free. My regular V2 Switch took me forever to get the screen protector just the right dust free way. I was being OCD that every little spot of black from dust bugged me causing me to constantly remove or lift up protector. I went through like 15 protectors due to sides getting to where they don't stick when getting the dust out but whatever. My Switch Lite has never had a screen protector and is still scratch free but of course that doesn't dock like regular/OLED models.
I do have a black dock sleeve from my original dock but I don't want to cover up the white dock with it. I actually just used the damn dock sock as a pouch for my earbuds when in the switch carry case.
Congratulations on getting the OLED!! I know it's a pain but pleeeeeaaseeeee put a glass screen protector on it! The OLED screen has a tiny screen protector on it to stop the screen from shattering (don't take it off) but it scratches pretty easily. I put a tempered glass screen protector on, luckily without any dust, and now I'm happy it's protected along with this dock hack! Still not got a single scratch.
@@128KB Yeah thanks it's supposed to be here Saturday and I know I will at least attempt to put a screen protector on. I will check the GameStop near me for one but everywhere else I only see the regular Switch and Switch lite ones. Probably order a 4 pack or whatever that has more then 1 of them on Amazon and if all 4 attempts failed that's it on trying to get a screen protector on it. At least with my regular Switch I got them from Walmart and was able to return as needed so only out money for just one.
@@darkhalf9134 yeah they're a bit harder to get hold of over here in the UK, I just bought a pack from Amazon. I got lucky and did it perfect first time, just take your time and you'll manage it!
@@128KB Just got the OLED in today and now that I made sure everything is ok with it I ordered a 3 pack of the Screen protectors. Here's hoping it works but I will see Tuesday when they are said to arrive by. I am going to try the application outside on a table we have on back porch. Maybe less dust outside if wind is not blowing. I mean winter and all so not like pollen would be a factor.
If that fails I will try the steamy shower method in the bathroom where steam helps lower dust in air. That method so far had been best but still always had at least one small dot of dust that bothered me.
If I am down to the third I might just attempt it at work on break. It's a Dollar General (US retail chain) so I figured maybe less dust in say the store office or a store shelf then say kitchen table at home.
@@darkhalf9134 great ideas! Never heard of the shower method but makes sense! You can do it, good luck and enjoy the OLED!! 🎉
Thanks Andy, purchased these from Amazon and will try it on my new Switch Oled
Can you give as link to this material on Amazon? I cant find it...
what's the best screen protector that doesn't affect screen quality? and when you replace a screen protector, does it remove the anti-shatter film nintendo installed from the factory?
Go for the spigen screen protector. Even if you remove later the screen protector, the switch’s light film will stay where it is, don’t worry, I have already tried it
Nice! Just got the OLED, gotta go pickup a sheet of that felt! Nice job 😄
Awesome! You'll love the OLED! Just make sure the felt has a sticky back on it :)
@@128KB Were you able to find just 1 sheet of that adhesive felt? Or did you have to order a whole pack of it off Amazon?
@@VAMPIREMACHIINE I have a local store here in the UK called Hobby Craft and I managed to buy a single sheet for less than 50 pence. Check your local stores before buying an entire pack!
Thanks for this. I could not find the felt in my town, instead used felt from an old watch pillow or a jewelry box and added two way tape 👍
Awesome idea :D
I just finished mine by following this video’s instructions. Thanks a lot! 😊
You're welcome!
You deserve more subs you really do i ordered my oled 2 days ago im so hyped for it to arrive im definitely gonna do this method
Far too kind thank you! Enjoy your OLED!!
I’m going to do mine with a microfiber cloth! Thanks for the idea!
Thank you so much I was so worried about this and you completely solved it thanks.
Female USB cable and an Hori play stand. Plug the female end into the switch doc and your set. Cheap and effective. Also no wear and tear on the USB C port since your manually plugging in the cable on the switch.
Nice
Thank you for sharing your hack, looking forward to more videos on Switch OLED. SUBSCRIBED
No problem at all, thank you! Hope you found it helpful :) we've already got our OLED unboxing video up currently and more videos on their way too!
Has anyone got any ideas of what I can do with the remaining 11 and 9 10ths sheets.
Sensible answers on a postcard, please.
Its quite tricky I found placing the felt with tweezers easier.
Hi, I know I’m a bit late so no answer is fine but I have some adhesive back foam. It’s just like yours, black with a white adhesive strip on the back but it’s not felt, it’s a thin strip of soft foam. Will that work? I REALLY want to protect my new Legend of Zelda tears of the kingdom OLED switch lol
Amazing video! The idea from the dock is excellent, thanks for sharing!
You're welcome
Oh basically a really flat furniture pad. I'll have to look in my garage to see if I still have a few packs of that stuff. Thanks a bunch bud.
You're welcome :)
In my opinion it would be a better idea to just remove the problematic front plate. I know that one's a permanent mod and might sacrifice some of the aesthetic of the dock but in all honesty I think it's worth it, especially since it allows the dock to be used stand alone as a USB hub and charger, even on a lite.
Each to their own! I'd never do that haha
sit a microfiber cloth inside the front of the dock, bam done
Great video. Really useful tip. The felt you have in description is £48 with a few weeks wait time. Any recommendations on which other ones to go for which has the right thickness and won’t put too much pressure on screen when slotted in ? Thanks
WHAT £48?! Well, it wasn't that expensive originally. Honestly any kind of thin double sided felt will be fine, the felt should compress providing it's not super thick.
Any recommendations for which has the right thickness and won’t put too much pressure on screen when slotted in ? I found 2mm (original inside is 1mm)
Did 2mm work for you...or too thick?
Thanks for this! My special edition lets go switch got so scratched up on the back of the switch 😔, will be doing this for my splatoon oled switch!
Aw damn sorry to hear that! Definitely recommend, I've been using this method since the switch launched and never had an issue!
but why only on the corners?
why not put felt on the entire part were the Switch's Screen will be? 🤔
is it wider there? is it just the corners that are tight?
forgive me but i have never taken out the dock on mine, never. it is still in the box, in its bag.😂
i always only use my switch either handheld mode or tabletop mode.
Can’t felt scratch your dock bc it looks like velcro to me
Thank you for this brilliant tip!
You're welcome!
Nintendo recommends you not remove the installed screen protector and apply a second one on top of the already included one.
Yes that's 100% correct but this isn't about that, this is about how to stop scratching the screen whether a screen protector is installed or not as the dock can scratch it.
I used the wrap the dock came in and cut it with sum sharp used a pin then had to tap it down not pretty but It was free
How thick is that sheet of felt ? Also does that make the oled dock less loose now? That’s the only thing that bothers me lol. Thanks for this video man! Sup definitely try it
It's not massively thick, was the cheapest I could find aha, you don't want it so thick that it's hard to push the console in but yes it does make it less loose. No problem at all, hope it works out for you! 😁
Thank you so much my guy!!
@@momo89609 no problem 🤘
I don’t know if to get 2mm or 1.6mm thick felt.
Worried incase they too thick
What are the measurements for the felt paper to put in the nintendo switch & how far down ?
This is an awesome idea. Thank you. But the problem I'm having is this. I just bought my Nintendo switch 2 weeks ago. In the rubber pieces at the bottom or the problem. The rubber pieces are scratching the bezel or smudging the bezel. So do you think it's okay to put this felt down over the rubber pieces too? Because that's the problem I'm having
How thick is the felt people used please?
Don’t want too thin or too thick.
I’ve seen 1mm, 1.6mm and 2mm felt sheets
Works wonders, gracias
You're welcome!
Hey great video brother. Do you think this will still work with the Skull and Co switch grip on? If so, that would be perfect
Yeah if the Skull & Co is dockable I don't see this being a problem at all as the felt is thin :)
Awesome thanks.
Should be able to get filtband on a roll at your hardware store or Amazon in 10mm width.. got a roll of 1m for 2Euro.. just looks a bit better in my opinion..
filtband?
@@128KB Sorry.. not a native.. felt tape would be the correct term..
@@sonnypro4190 Ooooh I didn't know you could buy that, yes, that would be a much quicker way of doing it!
I just bought my first oled switch. Now I need to protective at all cause. I’m from the US. Would this work for the Mario console edition as well? I mean the same length and everything.
Any recommendations to remove bezel scratches?
This is the problem I'm having. I just got my switch in the rubber pieces at the bottom of the dock scratch your bezel. Any luck on getting the smudges or scratches off your bezel?. Thank you
would this work with some cutup denim? i don't wanna buy something i know i won't usr again so i'm trying to see if i can do this w any materials around my house
Thanks a bunch mate.. When I did this the switch would not pull outvthe dock without holding down the dock, it makes outting the switch and out far more tricky and higher risk of damaging it, i used 1.2mm felt hardly that thick, but its too thick, now when removing this thick felts its leaving a right mess. Bad instructions.... Mate.
in our original Switch i put thin cabinet door fabric things on the top inner part of the dock that protects from sliding plastic against plastic
Great idea! Very similar idea too, great minds think alike 😉
@@128KB yea back then when the original Switch came out i use to hear a lot of complaints about Switch screen getting scratched so i was taking no chances lol
@@ImaFnT-Rex Haha that's exactly why I came up with this trick back then too! Just thought I'd share it now for anyone that's got an OLED or new switch in general :)
@@128KB in a way I'm shocked that Nintendo never thought of that .. but it's good we have people on youtube that can let it be known
there was Huge complaints in the past about dock scratching and didn't install soft thin pads of any kind
@@ImaFnT-Rex yeah and it could have been such an easy fix for them to do too... Shame really but yes, definitely good that people can share tips about it :)
Glass screen protector.....thats all you need.....also the docks only scratched it hard cause the early Docks where slightly broken look up the penny test and switch docks
Obviously use a screen protector but the docks will still scratch a new OLED due to the plastic screen protector they apply from the factory to prevent the glass shattering.
I’m going to be putting Skull & Co Neogrip on my OLED. Will this hack still allow the switch to slide into the dock ie with the added thickness the grip presents. Many thanks. Like you I’m fastidious.
I'm interested in purchasing Skull & Co. NeoGrip which also works with the console docked (but apparently it's a snug fit).
have you had some experience with dockable grips and the demonstrated DIY hack? Do you think it might be too snug for both the cloth piece and the gripped console?
I can't imagine it being a big issue if you use thin felt as it will just compress. I've had no issues
Cool. I will use the same sticky carpet which i put into my cars passenger compartment😊
Haha cool
Found this video because my switch got a slight scratch on the protective film very easy to get scratched
2:22 This guy is a monarchist confirmed
Ahahahaha!!!
Thank you!!
this is a great idea
It's so quick, easy and cheap to do! Works great too 😁
Hi on Etsy they are selling dock socks from active patch have a look see if you think they would work the meant stop your screen from scratching
Yep, those work fine too, they're easier to install too but generally more expensive than this solution :)
@@128KB so is it worth getting one then or is Velcro better for screen protector
@@ajackson-ross7295 the socks are definitely worth getting and they can look cool too! This is just a good alternative for those that don't want to spend as much
Thank you for the video, where would you get that piece of felt for 50p in the uk?
Hobby craft 😉
Oh btw do you still recommend using a screen protector even if you do this?
100% always use a screen protector 😁
i found a sheet of soft adhesive foam and think it feels softer and has padding like nerf foam.
Does it not get walm were the felt is ? Pushing against it
I found a self adhesive velvet .5 mm thick.
Which would be better the felt or velvet
Whatever works for you!
Mine already got scratched 🥺😭😭😭. Not sure how. Help!
Oh no! Sorry to hear that 😭 but don't worry just yet!! Is it light scratches on the screen from the dock?
What I recommend you do is get a tempered glass screen protector and install it ASAP! The adhesive and glass from the protector will actually get rid of the scratches visibly, so you won't see them anymore.
I've bought countless used old handheld consoles (like Playstation Vita's, DS, 3DS etc) that have had light or moderate scratched screens, installed glass screen protectors and they look brand new :)
It sounds silly but it's worked for me time after time! Give it a try and let us know how you get one :)
SAMEEE i cant even see it tho its very smalll but its bugging me
@@128KB tyyy i did that now
@@pxrveer7597 works doesn't it! Glad you've sorted it! I may have to do a video about it 🤔
@@128KB yes please!!!
Is any type of felt ok or do you have to pay attention to something? I don't know if there's a difference in roughness?
I'm sure any felt will be fine, I didn't consider roughness as I didn't get a choice when I purchased mine from the store
Can someone share a link for a good screen protector
Much appreciated
This is what we use :) geni.us/gAHo62i
Good tip 👍
Thank you!
So if there is a tiny rubber thingy on both side of the dock I don’t need to do this?
If I'm going to use a dockable grip protector on the Switch OLED will this hack cause problems by making the dock too tight? Thanks
I've had no issues docking my switch with dockable grips installed using this method :)
I did this hack although it is very protective it does make it a little more difficult to get the switch in and out. The only other thing I am worried about is if it will affect airflow in the dock? Have you had any issues with the switch overheating because of this?
That just depends on the thickness of the felt used, if anything I prefer the slightly snugger fit and it will compress over time. It can't affect airflow of the Switch if you've left the airflow holes open.
My brand new switch was scratches bc of the dock😢
Hello! First of all, thanks for the advice! As soon as I put my OLED Switch on the dock and it mades a mini scratch on a 9H tempered glass that I bought, I saw the need for something like this, it works like silk, nothin scratched anymore, but, the problem is, when I go to charge it in the dock, I've been noticing that it gets hot
For example I just charged it from 13% to 55% and it's really hot, idk if it's normal or it's because my house it's hot in summer here in Spain (Between 82F and 86F), but it's concerns me because even the fans doesn't sound (or at least i doesn't hear it)
So... thinking... could be that the sheet of felt it's blocking the vents making it difficult the Switch to breathe?
I placed it on all 4 sides at 6.5 mm if my memory doesn't fail, but I think that the way the ventilation ducts are placed, it should not block them
Is it normal that get hot when it get charged? Or depends of the seasons of the year, the % of battery to charge, etc?
Thanks in advance!
That'll be down to the crazy heat waves we're having currently worldwide. Providing you've put the strips of fabric where I did in the video that will not block the intakes or exhaust on the Switch, so that won't be the cause. It is normal for any device to get hot as its charged up but the season definitely makes it even hotter currently!
I just got mine and I'm not even gonna use it until my screen protector arrives in 2 days.
Honestly I think that's a good idea! Screen protector plus this dock upgrade will mean you're fully protected!
Hey man do u think a band aid would work instead of felp?, Cause i cant find that type of adhesive felp in My country
I suppose that would work yeah
Question, what or how thick is the felt to use or recommended? 🤔
I literally just grabbed any from the local store, probably only 2mm thick but honestly shouldn't matter too much the felt will compress over time
@@128KB thank you 🙂
instead of doing this DIY hack can u just just a sleeve from Esty and would it do the same thing?
Yep you can do that but it'll be more expensive, only protect the front and look like you've got a sock on the Dock 🤣
Nice tips
Mine has OLED grip case, and it's already tight when I put in the dock. Do you think it will be more tighter when I do this ?
Slightly yeah but should still be ok if the felt is thin enough, it'll just compress the felt
I have no idea how but my white oled dock got stained black and it won’t come off !!!! I wonder if it has something to do with the voltage attracting dust 🤨 it was literally perfect one night and then so dirty in the morning after I played it for hours
That's incredibly random
Do you recommend any specific screen protector?
Not really, there's so many out there, I prefer tempered glass myself and usually just get a 3 pack off of Amazon
@@128KB aight ty for letting me know
Where do you buy that sticker felt thing what's it called? 🤔
Link in description :D
I am a brand new switch oled owner and die this trick but found out its quite snugg now is that an problem for a switch and will it be even snugger when i apply a screen protector?
I use a screen protector always, it's snug but that's not a problem
What piece of felt to you buy on that website as there is so many
Ah I didn't actually get it from there, just put that to help others choose something similar. Any will do though as long as it has an adhesive sticky back, that's all that matters 😁 I bought a single sheet of it from a local craft store.
Brilliant 🤩
Thank you! 😁 It works great too, been using this method since 2017 and works great!
Which felt did u buy is there a certain thickness as I’m like u don’t want it marked if so can you show me which felt u bought plz
@@ajackson-ross7295 any felt will do that has an adhesive back to stick it to the dock. The felt just covers the plastic so it doesn't scratch, the thickness doesn't matter really provided you don't get really thick stuff otherwise you might not be able to get your switch in the dock haha.
Unfortunately, I can't show you what I bought because it was from a local craft shop, not online.
It realy work
Would it work if i just put a hat on the second half of the dock so its doesn't scratch the screen.
So pissed. I literally put tape over the rails and everything because my original switch got scuffed up. Last night looking at the front of my oled the metal bezel has a million little microscratches. It's hard to see just glacing at it and my screen has always had a protector but im super OCD about my stuff and this sucks. Idk how it has the many scratches.
That sucks massively, I hate how they don't fix this from factory, such an easy fix
Too late, I wish I could get rid of all the scratches on the back of my switch
😢
Where can I find some of this felt? I’m about to buy an OLED and would like to not have any scratches lol
Link in description
@@128KB oops, the one time I don’t look in the description… thanks
But why didn't you draw it on one line.
Soooo your destroying the dock? That sticky adhesive is gonna mess up the paint job
Paint job? It's coloured plastic, not paint.
I have a question, how thick is the felt you used for the mod? Is it 0.1mm or 0.2mm?
Not entirely sure, I wouldn't have thought it matters because thicker felt should just make it a little more snug and probably compress a bit over time
It matters cus mine got stuck in the dock 😅
what felt did you end up using? 1mm or 2mm?
do i really need to worry about doing both rails inside of the dock if my nintendo oled is mainly going to be docked most of the time?
It's up to you really, still a chance of it scratching even if you don't remove it often, only takes one time for it to potentially scratch!
@@128KB so lets say if i apply the felt mostly regards to the front at least, i shouldn't have any worries then
@@robertlyons9646 Yeah that should be good enough protection :)
I did this using the exact same felt in the video and it scratched the shiny plastic around the screen… oh well
How? What felt did you use? Did you cover the entire plastic strips on the dock? If you put a glass screen protector over the screen it will hide minor scratches as the adhesives fills them in