How to Test Your Joystick on Windows 10: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to easily test your joystick on Windows 10 with this quick step-by-step guide.

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To test your joystick on Windows 10, go to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. Find your joystick under Devices, then click Devices and printers under Related settings. Right-click your joystick icon, select Game controller settings, choose your joystick and click Properties. The Test tab will help you check if the joystick responds correctly to inputs.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How can I check if my joystick is recognized by Windows 10? To check if your joystick is recognized by Windows 10, go to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. Your joystick should appear under 'Devices' if it's connected.
  2. What should I do if my joystick is not responding? If your joystick is not responding, check the connection, ensure drivers are updated, and refer to 'Game controller settings' via 'Devices and printers' in Settings.
  3. Can I test multiple joysticks on Windows 10? Yes, you can test multiple joysticks by selecting each joystick icon in the 'Game controller settings' and using the 'Test' tab to check each one.
  4. Is there a way to calibrate my joystick on Windows 10? Yes, to calibrate your joystick, access the 'Properties' in the 'Game controller settings' and look for the 'Calibration' option to adjust your joystick's settings.