How to Connect a PS4 Controller to PC via Bluetooth?
Learn how to easily connect your PS4 controller to a PC using Bluetooth and DS4Windows for full game compatibility.
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To add a PS4 controller to your PC, hold down the PlayStation and Share buttons on the controller until the light bar begins flashing. Then, on your PC, open the Bluetooth settings and choose to add a new device. Your PS4 controller should appear as 'Wireless Controller'. Select it to pair. For games not supporting the controller natively, you can use software like DS4Windows to emulate an Xbox controller, providing broad compatibility for your PS4 controller on PC.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I use a PS4 controller wired on PC? Yes, you can connect your PS4 controller to a PC using a USB cable for a wired connection without needing Bluetooth.
- What is DS4Windows and why is it needed? DS4Windows is software that emulates an Xbox controller for your PC, enabling broader compatibility when playing games that do not natively support the PS4 controller.
- How do I pair my PS4 controller via Bluetooth? Hold down the PlayStation and Share buttons on the controller until the light flashes, then add the 'Wireless Controller' device in your PC's Bluetooth settings.
- Will all PC games support my PS4 controller? Not all games natively support the PS4 controller; using DS4Windows helps ensure compatibility across most PC games.