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Can you connect PS4 controller via Bluetooth?

If you'd like to use your DUALSHOCK®4 wireless controller with compatible games and applications away from your console, you can connect via Bluetooth® or USB in a few steps. Having issues?
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How do I connect my PS4 controller to my PS4 without USB?

Connect the controller to your PlayStation via Bluetooth.
  1. Turn on the PS4 with the button on the PlayStation 4.
  2. Press the PlayStation button on your controller for a few seconds. ...
  3. Select 'Devices' and click 'Bluetooth devices'.
  4. Select your new controller and follow the instructions on the screen.
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Can I connect PS4 controller to PC with Bluetooth?

You can connect your PS4 controller to a PC using a micro-USB cable or wirelessly via Bluetooth. With a USB, you can connect to your PC via Steam or DS4 Windows Utility. If your PC supports Bluetooth, you can pair and connect your controller wirelessly.
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How do I turn on Bluetooth pairing on PS4 controller?

While pressing and holding the SHARE button, press and hold the PS button until the light bar flashes. 3. Enable Bluetooth® on your device, and then select the controller from the list of Bluetooth® devices. When pairing is complete, the light bar turns a solid color.
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How do I connect my PS4 controller to my PC without USB?

Access the Bluetooth menu on your PC via the system tray. Click "Add Bluetooth or other device." Click "Bluetooth." Select the DualShock 4 controller from the list that pops up.
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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.
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Why is my PS4 controller blinking white and not connecting?

A flashing white light on your PS4 controller usually indicates that the controller is trying to connect to the console. This can happen if the controller has been disconnected from the console or if you're using a new controller that hasn't been paired with the console.
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What to do if your PS4 controller won't connect to PS4?

If your PS4 controller won't connect, try a different USB cable, in case the original one has failed. You can also reset the PS4 controller by pressing the button on the back of the controller. If your controller still won't connect to your PS4, you might need to get support from Sony.
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Can I use my phone as a PS4 controller?

With PS Remote Play, you can: Display the PlayStation®5 or PlayStation®4 screen on your mobile device. Use the on-screen controller on your mobile device to control your PS5 or PS4.
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How do I pair my PS4 controller?

While pressing and holding the SHARE button, press and hold the PS Button until the light bar flashes. Enable Bluetooth on your device, and then select the controller from the list of Bluetooth devices. When pairing is complete, the light bar blinks, and then the player indicator lights up.
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Do PS4 controllers need USB?

No. All PS4 controllers are charged via mini USB. Sony stopped supplying charger cables with their controllers since most people already have at least one for other devices. No special mini USB cord or charger is needed.
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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.
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How do I connect a controller to my PC without a wire?

Click "Add a Bluetooth Device." Click "Add Bluetooth or other Device" and select Bluetooth. Click "Xbox Wireless Controller." Wait until the Guide button is solid white, and the Bluetooth menu says the controller is connected.
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Why won't my PS4 controller connect to 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.
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How do you activate Bluetooth on a PS4?

Boot your PS4, click 'Settings', and go to 'Devices'. Choose 'Bluetooth devices'. The PS4 will automatically look for Bluetooth devices nearby. Follow the connection instructions (pairing) of your Bluetooth headset.
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Do all PS4 controllers work on iPhone?

You can connect a PS4 controller to your iPhone through the phone's Bluetooth menu. Before you connect it to your iPhone, put your PS4 controller into pairing mode by holding down the PlayStation and Share buttons. Connecting a PS4 controller to your iPhone will let you play a variety of mobile games with a controller.
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Why won't my PS4 controller connect to my phone?

Low battery level is another causative factor that could prevent the DualShock controller from connecting to any device. Before putting the controller in pairing mode, ensure that it is sufficiently charged. If the controller doesn't connect to your iPhone, check its battery level on your TV screen.
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Can you pair a controller to an iPhone?

iPhone, iPad: Go to Settings > General > Game Controller. Tap the name of your controller, then tap Default Controls. Apple TV: Go to Settings > General > Remotes and Devices > Bluetooth. Select your controller, then select Customization.
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How do I reset an unresponsive PS4 controller?

Locate the small reset button on the back of the controller near the L2 button. Use a small tool to push the button inside the tiny hole. Hold the button down for roughly 3-5 seconds. Plug in your console, connect your controller using a USB cable and press the PS button.
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