{"id":4876,"date":"2023-04-07T12:10:30","date_gmt":"2023-04-07T06:40:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/techfixify.com\/?p=4876"},"modified":"2023-04-07T12:10:49","modified_gmt":"2023-04-07T06:40:49","slug":"can-ps4-controller-connect-to-pc-bluetooth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/techfixify.com\/can-ps4-controller-connect-to-pc-bluetooth\/","title":{"rendered":"Can PS4 Controller Connect To PC Bluetooth? (Step-By-Step)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The adaptable feature of the PS4 gaming console makes it easy for gamers to connect their PS4 accessories to other gadgets for day-to-day use. The PS4 adaptability helps pair the console controller with your PC to enjoy gaming sessions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Most gamers find it to be a burden to play their favorite game with a keyboard and mouse. This may not provide the desired sync, so they needed to be immersed in gaming. While it is noteworthy that PS4 controllers work just fine with PCs, the excitement gotten can not be explained as opposed to using a keyboard and mouse to play games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/techfixify.com\/can-ps4-controller-connect-to-pc-bluetooth\/#Can_PS4_Controller_Connect_To_PC_Bluetooth\" title=\"Can PS4 Controller Connect To PC Bluetooth?\">Can PS4 Controller Connect To PC Bluetooth?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/techfixify.com\/can-ps4-controller-connect-to-pc-bluetooth\/#How_To_Connect_PS4_Controller_To_PC_With_Bluetooth_Step-By-Step_Guide\" title=\"How To Connect PS4 Controller To PC With Bluetooth? (Step-By-Step Guide)\">How To Connect PS4 Controller To PC With Bluetooth? (Step-By-Step Guide)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/techfixify.com\/can-ps4-controller-connect-to-pc-bluetooth\/#How_Do_I_Connect_My_PS4_Controller_To_My_PC_Via_Bluetooth_Steam_Step-By-Step\" title=\"How Do I Connect My PS4 Controller To My PC Via Bluetooth Steam? (Step-By-Step)\">How Do I Connect My PS4 Controller To My PC Via Bluetooth Steam? (Step-By-Step)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/techfixify.com\/can-ps4-controller-connect-to-pc-bluetooth\/#Why_Wont_My_PS4_Controller_Connect_To_My_PC_With_Bluetooth\" title=\"Why Won&#8217;t My PS4 Controller Connect To My PC With Bluetooth?\">Why Won&#8217;t My PS4 Controller Connect To My PC With Bluetooth?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/techfixify.com\/can-ps4-controller-connect-to-pc-bluetooth\/#Why_Wont_My_PC_Detect_My_Controller_Bluetooth\" title=\"Why Won&#8217;t My PC Detect My Controller Bluetooth?\">Why Won&#8217;t My PC Detect My Controller Bluetooth?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/techfixify.com\/can-ps4-controller-connect-to-pc-bluetooth\/#FAQ\" title=\"FAQ\">FAQ<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/techfixify.com\/can-ps4-controller-connect-to-pc-bluetooth\/#Can_You_Use_PS4_Controller_On_PC_Without_Steam\" title=\"Can You Use PS4 Controller On PC Without Steam?\">Can You Use PS4 Controller On PC Without Steam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/techfixify.com\/can-ps4-controller-connect-to-pc-bluetooth\/#What_Bluetooth_Version_Is_PS4_Controller\" title=\"What Bluetooth Version Is PS4 Controller?\">What Bluetooth Version Is PS4 Controller?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/techfixify.com\/can-ps4-controller-connect-to-pc-bluetooth\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_PS4_Controller_Connect_To_PC_Bluetooth\"><\/span><strong>Can PS4 Controller Connect To PC Bluetooth?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>PS4 controller <strong>can connect with PC Bluetooth, <\/strong>which enables users to play games that require a swift response and fast movement. The ergonomic feature of the controller allows you to relax while playing games, giving you a full experience. This feature allows you more flexibility while playing games without the hassle of cords getting in your way. The Dual shock controller is connected wirelessly to your PCs, giving you space for mobility and more.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Connect_PS4_Controller_To_PC_With_Bluetooth_Step-By-Step_Guide\"><\/span><strong>How To Connect PS4 Controller To PC With Bluetooth? (Step-By-Step Guide)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the biggest things gamers could clamor for is a wireless connection between their PCs and PlayStation, which is the capability to use your controller without the need to use cable. This guide explains the best way to connect your PS4 controller to your PC using Bluetooth wireless connection.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/techfixify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/How-To-Connect-PS4-Controller-To-PC-With-Bluetooth-Step-By-Step-Guide.jpg\" alt=\"How To Connect PS4 Controller To PC With Bluetooth? (Step-By-Step Guide)\" class=\"wp-image-4881\" width=\"578\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/techfixify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/How-To-Connect-PS4-Controller-To-PC-With-Bluetooth-Step-By-Step-Guide.jpg 910w, https:\/\/techfixify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/How-To-Connect-PS4-Controller-To-PC-With-Bluetooth-Step-By-Step-Guide-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/techfixify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/How-To-Connect-PS4-Controller-To-PC-With-Bluetooth-Step-By-Step-Guide-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 578px) 100vw, 578px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The first requirement on the list is making sure your PC has a built-in Bluetooth receiver, and in case it is nonexistent, you can use a Bluetooth USB dongle.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Connect your PS4 controller to your PC by pressing and holding the central PS button on your controller for a few seconds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When you notice the light bar flashing, click the speech bubble icon on your PC taskbar, then click <strong>Bluetooth,<\/strong> followed by a <strong>wireless controller<\/strong>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The next setup may require a pairing code, then type in four zeros (0000). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Dual shock controller will automatically connect wirelessly to your PC, and this signals the beginning of a euphoric gaming experience.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_I_Connect_My_PS4_Controller_To_My_PC_Via_Bluetooth_Steam_Step-By-Step\"><\/span><strong>How Do I Connect My PS4 Controller To My PC Via Bluetooth Steam? (Step-By-Step)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Steam acts like a platform where gamers have direct access to most video games, and they also have some impressive functionality. Function such as the Bluetooth low energy allows users to connect their controller through wireless Bluetooth connection to their PC and other devices for streaming video games. This guide lets you connect your PS4 controller to your PC via Bluetooth Steam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>The first step is to launch the <a href=\"https:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Steam app<\/a> on your PC, then click on your PC taskbar to open the Bluetooth Settings, and you can plug in a PS4 Bluetooth dongle into your PC&#8217;s USB port in case there is no built-in functionality for Bluetooth on your PC.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then connect your DualShock controller to your PC&#8217;s Bluetooth by holding the PS button for some seconds until you notice the lights on the top flashing.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The controller will appear on the device list on your PC Bluetooth setting, then press the X button on your controller to connect with your PC.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Wont_My_PS4_Controller_Connect_To_My_PC_With_Bluetooth\"><\/span><strong>Why Won&#8217;t My PS4 Controller Connect To My PC With Bluetooth?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes it can be upsetting if you are trying to connect your PS4 controller to your PC for some gaming session and no connection is established. This issue may arise due to <strong>driver incompatibility <\/strong>between the controller and the PC, which may deter you from playing your favorite games using the PS4 controller. This error can be solved by <strong>updating the driver<\/strong> of your controller to the latest version of the software to match the compatibility status of your PC for easy connection.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Suggested Read &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/techfixify.com\/why-does-my-ps4-controller-keep-disconnecting\/\">Why Does My PS4 Controller Keep Disconnecting? <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Wont_My_PC_Detect_My_Controller_Bluetooth\"><\/span><strong>Why Won&#8217;t My PC Detect My Controller Bluetooth?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply put, wired or wireless are two basic ways to connect your PS4 controller to your PC for a gaming session. And if your PC fails to detect your PS4 controller through the wireless connection (Bluetooth), it is either your PC didn&#8217;t have a built-in <strong>Bluetooth receiver.<\/strong> This issue can be fixed by getting a USB Bluetooth dongle from any recommended store close to you. Another issue that may prevent your PC from detecting your PS4 wireless connection with the controller is an issue with the Windows Bluetooth Connectivity or a driver-related issue.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span><strong>FAQ<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1680844352027\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Use_PS4_Controller_On_PC_Without_Steam\"><\/span><strong>Can You Use PS4 Controller On PC Without Steam?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>There are several ways you can use the controller on your PC, and where there are options to choose from as a gamer using the Steam platform may not seem appealing to you. To use your controller without Steam, connect your PS4 controller to your PC through a wired <strong>USB cable<\/strong> connection. At the same time, it is also noteworthy that you can connect your PS4 controller to your PC through a wireless connection using Bluetooth functionality.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1680844357945\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Bluetooth_Version_Is_PS4_Controller\"><\/span><strong>What Bluetooth Version Is PS4 Controller?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It is imperative to know the Bluetooth version of the PS4 controller to avoid incompatibility when you want to play games on your PC. The PS4 controller is one of the many products of Sony Interactive Entertainment, and it has a Bluetooth version of 2.1+EDR (enhanced data rate).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Playing games on your PC is possible without using the PS4 controller or any known controller by using the keyboard and mouse combo. However, that may not be as convenient as using a PS4 controller on your PC to play your favorite games. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This PS4 controller affords you more flexibility while offering more convenience and comfort to its users. 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