Connect PS4 Controller to PC [Quick & Easy]

In this video: how to connect a PS4 controller to a PC quickly and easily.
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The DualShock 4 (CUH-ZCT1) is the PlayStation 4's controller. It has several new features from DualShock 3. One new feature is a built-in two-point capacitive touch pad on the front of the controller, which can be clicked.[35] This allows the touch pad to represent multiple buttons, as demonstrated in the PS4 version of Elite Dangerous in which the four corners of the touch pad can be mapped to a separate clickable actions.[36] The controller supports motion detection via a three-axis gyroscope and three-axis accelerometer and vibration.[35] It includes a non-removable,[37] rechargeable 3.7 V, 1000 mAh lithium-ion battery, which can be charged while the system is in rest mode. It weighs 210 g (7.4 oz) and has dimensions of 162 mm × 52 mm × 98 mm (6.4 in × 2.0 in × 3.9 in).[37]

The front of the controller features a light bar containing three LEDs that, when lit in conjunction, cause the light bar to glow a variety of colors. Developed for PlayStation VR,[38] it can be used to identify players by matching the colors of the characters they control in a game, or to provide enhanced feedback or immersion by changing patterns or colors in reaction to gameplay.[39][40] An early example of this is displayed in the game Grand Theft Auto V; the light bar will flash red and blue when the player is wanted by the police, simulating the flashing lights of a police car. The light bar is also used in conjunction with the PlayStation Camera to judge the positions and movements of multiple players.[39]

The controller features several input and output connectors: a stereo headset jack (3.5 mm CTIA TRRS connector), a micro-USB port, and an extension port.[35] It can be charged using the console, using a dedicated charging station, or via microUSB using a standalone charger.[35] It also includes a mono speaker, like the Wii Remote, and is the second major controller in video game history to have such feature.[35]

The DualShock 4 features the following buttons: PS button, SHARE button, OPTIONS button, directional buttons, action buttons (triangle, circle, cross,[41] square), shoulder buttons (R1/L1), triggers (R2/L2), analog stick click buttons (L3/R3), and a touch pad click button.[35] These mark several changes from the DualShock 3 and other previous PlayStation controllers. The START and SELECT buttons have been merged into a single OPTIONS button.[35][37] A dedicated SHARE button allows players to upload screenshots and videos from their gameplay experiences.[35] The joysticks and triggers have been redesigned based on developer input,[35] with the ridged surface of the joysticks now featuring an outer ring surrounding the convex dome caps.

The DualShock 4's buttons differ slightly in functionality from the DualShock 3. Only the L2 and R2 triggers are pressure-sensitive, a change from the functionality of the DualShock 2 and 3. This is likely due to the fact that most games did not utilize these buttons as well as due to it not being used on competitors' controllers.

The PlayStation 3 is forward compatible with the DualShock 4 (originally only via a microUSB cable). Firmware update 4.60 for the PS3 added wireless connectivity; however, motion and vibration functions are not supported.[42] As the START and SELECT buttons are no longer present, the OPTIONS and SHARE buttons respectively replace them. The PS button does not work, thus requiring the console to be reset in order to go back to the menu.

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[davidcrawford]

OMG this video is a GODSEND!!!! Both of my wired USB X-Box 360 controllers flaked out on me so I had no idea how I was gonna get another controller outside of purchasing one. So happy my PC has bluetooth :D

[Vincents-GamingChannel]

Works in just 2 seconds.
Worked like a magic. Thanks.

[james]

Do I have to do this every time I want to play? Your tutorial worked, but then when I restarted the computer, it was disconnected again. Is it possible to reconnect it without going through all the steps again?

[RedHeadRGR]

Super useful video! Short, informative, straight to the point. Thanks a lot brother. Now i can play NBA 2K24 on my ROG ally using my old ps4 controller 😁

[Offical_PJplayz]

This man literally helped me with a problem I’m could not solve in years thank you
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[X-AE-A-]

Quick and easy. Thank you man much love ❤

[Max_cz]

thanks for helping me eevrytime i dont know something really glad ur here to do it for me!

[daymobrown]

Anyone who cant get it to show in windows. You need told hold share first then hold the PS button at the same time. The light will then start flashing blue, two times fast then pausing repeatedly. You can then find it in windows.

[independentrider]

WOW!!! MAN YOU ARE MY MAN
KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK
AFTER AN HOUR OF SEARCH FINALLY I FOUND MY ANSWER
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[donnykits]

Wow thank you so much! This worked automatically! I did not understand the directions under Remote Play’s setting, but you help a lot!

[MAMAMIA]

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[hanchewonYT]

thanks dude im new to pc so this helped

[amanonyoutube]

Thank you mr, my bluetooth arrived in the mail in a day and i have been trying to get my remote conected for a year now, thank you for the video

[clintonwilliams]

It was all pretty similar but different because of the updates. I managed to make it work with your guide even with it being different. Please do a updated version to help the new comers with this. Thank you!

[pelhamkirton]

How do u get to controller settings mine is not showing the “configuration” thing only thing that correlates with ps is “PlayStation controller settings”

[bethboots]

Thank you!!! Had no idea you had to press share!

[Gaming-Enthusiast]

This was sooo cool, will try this with my old ps4 controllers I don’t use anymore since getting ps5

[JPVariety]

Short and sweet thanks for the help mate

[manuelbatterman]

Thks man ...i forget the share button when trying to pair ....long time no controller needed ..racing with wheel...needed for instal f1 23 ...paece ✌💪