To delete things on a Nintendo Switch, you can follow these steps:
1. Start by turning on your Nintendo Switch and accessing the HOME Menu.
2. Once you are on the HOME Menu, navigate to the System Settings option. You can find it at the bottom of the screen, represented by a gear-shaped icon.
3. Scroll down through the System Settings menu until you see the System option. Select it by pressing the A button.
4. Now, scroll all the way down to the bottom of the System menu to find the Formatting Options. Select it by pressing the A button.
5. In the Formatting Options menu, you will see different options for formatting your console’s memory. Select the option called Initialize Console, which is used to delete all data in the system memory.
6. At this point, you will be presented with a warning message that deleting all data will be permanent and cannot be undone. Make sure you have backed up any important data or game saves before proceeding.
7. If you are certain you want to proceed with deleting all data, select the Initialize button to confirm your decision. This will initiate the process of deleting all data on your Nintendo Switch.
8. The console will now begin the initialization process, which may take a few minutes to complete. You will see a progress bar on the screen indicating the status of the process.
9. Once the initialization process is finished, your Nintendo Switch will be restored to its factory settings, effectively deleting all data, including game saves, downloaded games, and user profiles.
It’s important to note that initializing the console will remove all data, so it’s crucial to make sure you have backed up any important data beforehand. Additionally, this process will not delete any system updates, so your console will still be up to date after the initialization.
Remember to be cautious when deleting data, as it cannot be recovered once it’s gone. Take the time to consider if deleting all data is necessary and make sure to back up any important information before proceeding.
I hope this detailed explanation helps you in successfully deleting things on your Nintendo Switch!