Can I just plug my PS4 controller into my PC?

You can connect a DUALSHOCK 4

DUALSHOCK 4

DUALSHOCK®4 Wireless Controller

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wireless controller to a Windows PC using a DUALSHOCK®4 USB wireless adaptor or a compatible micro USB cable.

Can I use PS4 controller on PC without Bluetooth?

Plug your controller into a USB port with a USB-to-micro-USB cable. That's it, as far as connecting the controller goes.

How do I connect my PS4 controller to my PC via USB?

1) Plug the smaller end of your micro-USB cable into the port on the front side of your controller (below the light bar). 2) Plug the bigger end of your micro-USB cable into a USB port on your computer. 3) The cable connection is completed.

How do I connect my PS4 controller to my PC without charging?

Why is my PS4 controller not working on my PC?

If your PC is using an older version of Bluetooth or you have added the Bluetooth functionality using an external adapter, the PS4 controller might not be able to connect. Do not worry, as you can use a USB cable to connect. Make sure you have Steam or DS4Windows to support the controller before connecting the device.

How to Connect PS4 Controller to PC [Easy Method]

Why is my PC not detecting my controller?

Without question, the very first thing you must do when you find out that your Windows PC is unable to recognize your gamepad is restart the gamepad. This is the same as turning the gamepad off, if it has an on/off button, and turning it back on. If that does not work, you can plug it into a different port.

Can you connect a controller to a PC without console?

Connect your controller to a Windows device by using a USB cable, the Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows, or Bluetooth. Some Windows devices also come with Xbox Wireless functionality built in so that you can connect a controller directly without an adapter.

Does PS4 controller need to be plugged into console to charge?

Charging. The controller battery charges when you connect the controller to your PS4™ system with a USB cable. The system must be turned on or in rest mode. The charge level of the battery appears on-screen when you press and hold the PS button.

How do I connect a wired controller to my PC?

The most straightforward way to connect your Xbox controller and PC is with a micro-USB cable (for Xbox One controllers) or a USB-C cable (for Series X|S controllers). Simply plug the slim end into your Xbox controller and the other end into a USB port on your PC.

Can you use any micro USB for PS4 controller on PC?

Use a USB cable to connect your PS4 controller to your PC

Any USB cable should work, as long as it is micro USB on one end (the small, thin connector on the controller) and either USB-A (the “standard” wide, rectangular connector) or USB-C (the newer, rounded connector) on the other.

Can you use a wireless controller on PC without Bluetooth?

If you're connecting the controller to a Windows 10 PC, you need to go through some menus. You also need a Bluetooth USB dongle if your PC doesn't have Bluetooth.

Why is Windows 10 not detecting PS4 controller USB?

Charge the Controller

If your PS4 controller's battery is low, or the device is totally out of battery juice, your computer might not detect it. Plug your controller to a USB power source, charge for a couple of minutes to boost its battery level, and try to reconnect it to your computer.

Can you use a PC with just a controller?

Yes, you can! Many people choose a Gaming PC for access to the keyboard and mouse, which in many games such as first-person shooters (FPS) provides extra controls. However, it's possible to connect a PS4 or Xbox console controller to your PC if you prefer.

How do I connect my PS4 controller to my PC without Steam?

Why won't my controller connect to my PC through USB?

Some USB devices, including incompatible or defective USB cables, can interfere with wireless signals. Unplug all USB devices connected to your Xbox or PC (wireless hardware, external hard drives, other wired controllers, keyboards, and so on). Restart your Xbox or PC and try connecting the controller again.

How do I connect my PS4 controller without a wire?

Why is my PS4 controller flashing blue and not connecting?

The battery is dying.

Plug the controller directly into the console to let it charge. It can take up to two hours for the battery to charge completely. If your PS4 controller won't charge, it could be an issue with the charging port, charging cable, or the battery itself.

Why does my PS4 controller only work when plugged in to USB?

Check out the charging port: Built-up dust or grit may be interrupting the power flow and keeping your controller from charging. A quick pass with a wooden toothpick or compressed air may help. Reset and re-pair your controller: Go to the Settings menu on your PS4 and under "Devices," remove all devices from the list.