Are you troubled that your Xbox controller keeps disconnecting from your PC? Are you finding the correct ways to connect the Xbox controller to your PC? Find easy solutions to your queries in this article.
Many PC games support a keyboard and mouse for playing, whereas some have started supporting Xbox controllers for enhancing the player experience. Xbox controller’s connectivity is not only limited to just their console but to your Windows PC too.
Earlier, the original Xbox one controllers drivers didn’t support the wireless connection and there were separate Xbox wireless gamepads that were being used. But due to constant advancements in technologies, the latest versions of Xbox one controllers support both wired and wireless Bluetooth connectivity.
In the following article, we will discuss various ways through which you can connect your controller.
Easy Ways to Connect Controller to PC
Here are the ways through which you can establish the connection between your controller and PC.
Connect through a USB cable
The easiest way to connect the controller to a PC is through a USB cable. Here, below given are the quick steps to follow.
- Select a USB cable as per your controller type and version, i.e., whether it will support USB to micro-USB or USB to USB-C.
- Then connect one end of your cable to the PC and another to your controller.
Here you go. A connection between your PC and controller will get established.
Connect through Bluetooth
Follow the steps given below to connect your controller through Bluetooth.
- Press and hold the Guide button for some seconds to turn on the controller.
- Now pair the device with your PC by pressing and holding the Pairing button for three seconds until the Guide button flashes.
- Now click the Bluetooth icon in your PC settings.
- Select “Add a Bluetooth Device.”
- Select “Xbox Wireless Controller.”
- Your Bluetooth connection will get established when the Guide button turns solid white, and the Bluetooth menu will display that the controller is connected.
If your controller and PC both support Bluetooth connectivity, then the above steps will work for you to establish a connection and enjoy your gaming experience. But if your PC doesn’t support Bluetooth, then you will need a Bluetooth USB dongle.
Connect through Xbox Wireless Adapter
This Xbox Wireless Adapter allows you to wirelessly connect your Xbox controller to your PC via the same proprietary connection that your Xbox console uses.
Follow the steps given below to connect your Xbox Wireless Adapter.
- Buy the Xbox Wireless Adapter from a trusted website or source.
- Now connect the Xbox Wireless Adapter to a 2.0 or 3.0 USB port on your PC. The installation will start automatically on your system.
- Press and hold the Guide button for some seconds to turn on the controller.
- Now pair the adapter with your controller by pressing and holding the pairing button on your controller for three seconds until the Guide button flashes.
- Now on the adapter, press and hold the sync button until the guide button stops flashing and turns solid.
That’s it. Now you are ready to enjoy your gaming experience.
However, due to the high-cost factor of adapters, it’s more convenient and advisable to use Bluetooth connectivity instead of the adapter if your system is well and good to support Bluetooth connection.
Important Note
The latest Xbox Wireless Controller comes with a feature to switch between an Xbox console, PC, or a paired device. If you want to switch to the last paired Xbox console connection when it is Bluetooth connected, double press the pairing button on your controller and it will be switched easily.
If you want to again switch back to a Bluetooth device connection, press and hold the pairing button on your controller and it will enable the pairing mode. The controller will search for new PC connections or devices, or Xbox consoles to connect to or will automatically pair with the previously connected Bluetooth connection.
Conclusion
To sum up, in this article we have discussed the different ways through which an Xbox controller can be connected to your PC. For all the gamers who love playing on their PC and prefer controllers over a keyboard and mouse, you may refer to this article to get a smooth and playful gaming experience.
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