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Windows 11 Not Recognizing PS4 Controller [Driver Fix]

Learn how to properly connect your PS4 controller to your Windows 11 PC

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Updated onOctober 23, 2024

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To fix various driver issues on your PC, you will need a dedicated tool to find the freshest and the original drivers. You can use PC HelpSoft Driver Updater to do it in 3 easy steps:

Though Windows 11supports DS4, many report that the PS4 controller is not recognized by their PCs. This may be due to outdated drivers or faulty settings.

Let’s see how you can fix it.

How do I get my PS4 controller to work on my PC?

How do I get my PS4 controller to work on my PC?

1. Update Bluetooth drivers

Your PS4 controller should suddenly work again after updating the Bluetooth drivers. You can either complete this task manually using Device Manager or automatically by utilizing a driver updater program that makes your work easier.

Here’s the steps of how to correctly update Bluetooth manually:

1.Click on the magnifying glass icon to bring up the search bar.

  1. Search for theDevice Manager.

  2. Click on the entry that appears.

  3. In the Device Manager, search for theBluetoothentry if your computer can connect via Bluetooth.

  4. Click it to bring down the drop-down menu.

  5. Right-click the entry that appears and a small window will appear.

  6. SelectUpdate driverin that small window.

  7. A window will appear.

  8. SelectSearch automatically for drivers.

  9. Your Windows 11 computer will automatically download and install the drivers.

  10. If you have multiple entries, it’s recommended that you update the drivers for all of them.

  11. Then open theSettingsmenu.

  12. SelectBluetooth & deviceson the left-hand side.

  13. Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled by clicking the switchOn.

  14. Hold theShare and PSbutton on your PS4 controller until it starts blinking rapidly. This blinking means that it’s searching for a connection point.

  15. Then selectAdd device.

  16. SelectBluetooth.

  17. SelectWireless Controller.

  18. Your PS4 controller is now connected to your Windows 11 computer and there should be no issue.

  19. Conversely, you can go to theWindows Updatetab in the Settings menu and click onCheck for updatesto see if there are new drivers.

If you’re looking for a more time-efficient way to update your drivers, you can do so automatically with Outbyte Driver Updater. It’s an app that scans your PC for missing or out-of-date drivers and fixes them for you.

Outbyte Driver Updater

2. Install DS4 Windows

3. Update DS4Windows

4. Run as administrator

5. Re-enable Controller

What else should I know about Windows 11 and gaming controllers?

Gamers in the past have also had issues with theirPS5 controllers not functioning properlyas Windows 11 won’t connect to their device. Fixing PS5 controller connectivity is similar to the PS4 and shares similar steps.

DS4 Windowsitself has had its issues as well. Majority of the time all you have to do is update the app by downloading the latest version. In other cases, you have to check the controller status on the Device Manager.

For Xbox controller owners, you may be interested in learning about what to do if yourgamepad suddenly switches to player 2 on a PC. Solutions involve running the troubleshooter and deleting a specific driver.

Feel free to leave a comment below if you have any questions on other Windows 11 apps. Also, leave comments about guides that you’d like to see or information on other Windows 11 features or list guides.

More about the topics:Playstation 4,Windows 11

Cesar Cadenas

Networking & Security Specialist

Cesar has been writing for and about technology going on for 6 years when he first started writing tech articles for his university paper. Since then, his passion for technology blossomed into a prosperous writing career. He first started writing about tech in the entertainment world and would later move on to write about smart life tech and social media. He was recently a Technical Writer for tech company Extron where he wrote user guides for audio and video equipment.

He has since moved on to being a freelance writer looking to have a career in copywriting and hopes to share his love and knowledge of technology with the world. Recently, Cesar has written for the cryptocurrency news site, BTCPro and helping people understand tech.

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Cesar is a tech expert passionate about Windows, Microsoft, and anything surrounding the world of PCs.