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Can you use a PS4 controller on PC without DS4?

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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Can you use DualSense on PC without DS4?

If you're wanting to use the PS5 DualSense controller on a PC, you'll need to use a USB-C to USB-A cable. The DualSense uses USB type C port, instead of micro USB like the DualShock 4. Simply plug the cable into both the controller and your PC, an Windows should automatically detect it.
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Why is my PS4 controller not working on 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.
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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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Why won't my PC recognize my PS4 controller via USB?

Make sure you have the latest BIOS or UEFI firmware, Chipset, Display (Video), Sound, USB3, Bluetooth, Network and all other drivers, or else download and install the latest now. Updating drivers from the Device Manager or Windows Update is rarely enough.
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How To Use PS4 Controller on PC (SIMPLE WAY) (FAST) (EASY)

How do I connect my PS4 controller to my PC Cod?

How to use wireless PS4/5 controller on PC
  1. Make sure you have Bluetooth enabled on your PC.
  2. Go to Windows settings.
  3. Go to 'Devices'.
  4. Turn Bluetooth on and then select 'Add Bluetooth or other device'.
  5. Select Bluetooth.
  6. Set controller to Pairing Mode by holding down PS and Share buttons.
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How do I use my phone as a PS4 controller?

Install the app

From Google Play™ or the App Store, download and install [PS Remote Play] on your mobile device. You can use the same app to connect to your PS5 console and PS4 console.
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Is DualSense good for PC gaming?

There is no need to worry if you want to use the PS5 DualSense controller on a computer because it is straightforward. This controller by PS5 is the best controller for some genres, even for gaming purists who prefer a mouse and keyboard.
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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.
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How do I use my PS4 controller on steam?

Simultaneously hold the PS and Share button on the PS4 controller until it enters pairing mode and starts flashing. Find Wireless Controller of type gamepad in the bluetooth device list. Press the (A) button to pair with the PS4 controller.
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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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What console has the best controller?

Best games controller at a glance
  • Best Xbox and PC controller – Xbox Elite Controller 2 – check price.
  • Best PS5 controller – DualSense Edge Controller – check price.
  • Best budget controller – Nacon Pro Compact Controller – check price.
  • Best Switch controller – Nintendo Switch Pro Controller – check price.
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Is Xbox or ps4 controller better for PC?

Microsoft's latest Xbox Wireless Controller—the same one you'd buy for an Xbox Series X or S—is the best controller you can buy for PC gaming because it's comfortable and supported by most games.
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Is PS controller better than Xbox?

Both controllers feel great in hand, with the Dualsense controller being the larger of the two. The Xbox Series X shape is time-tested and proven, while the Dualsense is Sony's best shape yet. I don't think there is a clear winner between these two controllers and largely boils down to preference.
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Is there an app to use as a PS4 controller?

Use PS Remote Play to access your PS5™ or PS4™ wherever you go. 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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Can I connect PS4 controller via WIFI?

One of the best things about using the PS4 DualShock 4 controller on your PC is that you can use it wirelessly, giving you far more flexibility when gaming.
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Can you connect PS4 controller to phone without PS4?

You can use your wireless controller to play games streamed from your PlayStation®4 to an Android 10 device using the PS4 Remote Play app. Your wireless controller can also be used on an Android device using Android 10 or later to play games that support DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controllers.
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Can I connect my PS4 controller to my PC via USB?

You can connect a DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller to a Windows PC using a DUALSHOCK®4 USB wireless adaptor or a compatible micro USB cable.
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How do I put my PS4 controller in USB mode?

Connect via USB

Connect the USB cable to one of the USB ports on the PS4. Connect the micro USB side of the cable to the port at the top of your PS4 controller. Press the round PlayStation button in the middle of your controller until the lightbar of the controller lights up in blue.
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Why won't my controller connect to my PC with 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.
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What controller do pro gamers use?

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Scuf Gaming is the official controller partner of major gaming leagues, including CDL, MLG, ESL, UMG, Gfinity and EGL.
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Which PlayStation controller is better for PC?

Best PlayStation-style PC controller: Sony DualShock 4

And while it's been succeeded by the PS5's DualSense controller, it's still our favorite gamepad for having a PlayStation-style experience on PC.
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Which controller is best for FPS?

The 18 Best Controllers For First-Person Shooters
  1. 1 Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2.
  2. 2 Xbox One Controller. ...
  3. 3 Xbox 360 Controller. ...
  4. 4 Wii Remote & Nunchuck. ...
  5. 5 Valve Index Controller. ...
  6. 6 PS5 Controller (DualSense) ...
  7. 7 Switch Joy-Cons (Gyroscopic Aim) ...
  8. 8 Switch Pro Controller. ...
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How do I use just a controller on my PC?

Open the main Steam window and head to Settings > Controller > General Controller Settings. Check the box for your controller—PlayStation, Xbox, Switch Pro, or Generic—and you should now be able to move your mouse with the right stick on your controller.
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