How to Connect PlayStation 4 Controller

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This article describes how to connect PlayStation 4 controller, known as the DualShock 4, to the console via Bluetooth.  Only PS4 controllers can connect with a PS4 console; a PS3 or PS2 controller cannot connect with a PS4 console. A PS4 controller may, however, use with the PS3.

Although the PS4 has established a solid reputation, as your system approaches “next” status, you may expect difficulties to occur. In reality, new issues discover daily.

Wireless PlayStation 4 controllers are convenient, but they must be connected to your system before you can use them. Although connecting your controllers shouldn’t be a problem for PS4 or PS4 Pro owners, we are here to clear up any misunderstandings.

How to Connect PS4 Controller to PC?

You can connect PlayStation 4 Controller to any device with USB or without USB.

How to connect with USB?

• Switch on the pairing mode for the DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller
• Turn on pairing mode for the first time you use a controller on a device:
• Verify that the controller’s light bar turns off.
• Press and hold the PS button until the light bar shuts off if it is on.
• Disconnect any USB cables that are attached to the controller.
• Press and hold the PS button while pressing and holding the SHARE button until the light turns on.

How to connect the PS4 Controller without USB?

How to connect PS 4 controller to PC Bluetooth? If you don’t have a USB cable, you can still attach second or more wireless controllers to your PS4 console. Here is how you can do it:

• Go to Settings on Devices.
• Then Bluetooth Devices on your PlayStation 4’s dashboard via media remote for your PS4.
• Hold down the SHARE and PS buttons on your PS4 controller the one you wish to connect for around 5 seconds.
• The Bluetooth Devices screen should now show your PS4 controller. Choose it.
• After that, your PS4 controller should be linked to your console. Have fun with your games.

Only one device can link with a controller at a time. You must link the controller with the new device every time you switch devices.

How to Connect PS4 Controller to iPhone?

1^st Method to Connect PlayStation 4 Controller

• You must first activate pairing mode before connecting your wireless controller via Bluetooth.
• On the wireless controller, press and hold the PS button and the SHARE button at the same time.
• When pairing mode is enabled, the light bar on the back of the wireless controller will begin to flash.

2^nd Method to Connect PlayStation 4 Controller

• Go to the Bluetooth settings on your Apple device and turn on Bluetooth.
• After scanning for new devices, select Wireless Controller.
• You may now operate supported games and apps on your smartphone using your wireless controller.

You may use your wireless controller to play games downloaded from your PS4 to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch with the PS4 Remote Play application.

Games that feature MFi controllers may be played with your wireless controller on iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, and Apple TV.

How to connect PS4 controller to android? It is the same as how to connect PS4 controller to iPhone.

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If PS4 Controller Won’t Connect to Console

If you are having trouble getting your controller to connect with your PS4, don’t worry: it is an annoying problem that is usually simple to solve. Try each one until you discover one that works for you:

1. There are several reasons why your PS4 controller won’t connect to your PS4. In the situation that the original USB cable fails, a frequent approach is to try a different USB cable.
2. You may also try hitting the reset button on the back of the PS4 controller, which is located behind the L2 button.

Connect the PlayStation 4 controller to your computer via USB

The controller should be connected using the micro USB cable that is normally used to charge it as the initial step.

Take the following steps:

• Switch on the PS4.
• Plug the opposite end of the cable into the controller after ensuring the cable is properly put in the back of the PS4.
• Allow the controller to charge for 30 to 60 minutes.
• On the controller, press the PS button. The controller should link with the console once you hear a beep.
• If the controller and PS4 don’t connect, the cable may be defective; try again with a different micro USB cable, then wait for the controller to charge before attempting to pair it.

PS4 controller reset

If your controller still won’t connect wirelessly, you may need to reset it completely. To do so, follow these steps:

• Disconnect the PS4 from the internet and turn it off.
• Or unplug the Ethernet cable or temporarily unplug your wireless router.
• The controller’s connection process can be troubled by internet signals.
• Locate the recessed reset button next to the screw beside the L2 button by turning the controller upside-down.
• Insert a thin paperclip into the slot and hold the button down for five seconds.
• Use the USB charging cable to connect the controller to the PS4.
• Switch on the PS4.
• On the controller, press the PS button. The controller should link with the console once you hear a beep.

Conclusion

From this article, you have learned how to connect PlayStation 4 controller. If the controller can’t connect to the console wirelessly while being charged, the issue is with your console’s Bluetooth connectivity or with your controller. The faulty controller is to blame if your other PS4 controllers function wirelessly. You may still play with the controller linked to the console via USB, though.

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