PS5 Guide: How to Connect a DualSense Controller to Other Devices
The PlayStation 5 launched globally last November and India this February. The console comes with one DualSense controller (in the box), which is a major upgrade from the previous generation DualShock controller. The DualSense controller offers new features such as adaptive triggers that allow players to feel the tension and feedback of weapons in games. The DualSense controller also has a Bluetooth feature that allows it to connect to a variety of devices, although you won’t be able to use all of the controller’s functions.
The DualSense controller that ships with the PS5 and can also be purchased separately has the typical PlayStation layout of buttons and analog sticks. It retains the touchpad from the DualShock controller and built-in Bluetooth support, allowing it to be used with other devices. The controller has a USB Type-C port for easy wired connectivity. This is how you can connect your DualSense controller to various devices.
How to connect a PS5 controller to a Windows PC
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If you want to connect via Bluetooth, press and hold PS button and Create on the DualSense controller until the indicator around the trackpad flashes blue. This means your controller is in pairing mode.
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Head to Settings by clicking the Windows logo on the taskbar or by pressing the Windows key on your keyboard.
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Under Bluetooth & other devices, tap Add Bluetooth or other device…
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Press bluetooth and your computer will start searching for available devices.
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When your PS5 controller appears here, click on it to start the pairing process.
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After completing the process, your DualSense controller should be paired and connected to your Windows computer.
How to connect a PS5 controller to a macOS PC
- To connect your PS5 controller to macOS, follow the link System settings…
- Press bluetooth…
- If Bluetooth is off, turn it on.
- Press and hold PS button and Create on the DualSense controller until the indicator around the trackpad flashes blue.
- Your controller should now appear on macOS in the list of available Bluetooth devices.
- Click on the Unite next to the controller name.
- Your DualSense controller should now be paired and connected to macOS.
How to connect PS5 controller to Android, iOS devices
- Press and hold PS button and Create on the DualSense controller until the indicator around the trackpad flashes blue.
- On Android or iOS go to Settings…
- Click on the bluetooth…
- On Android, tap Connect a new device… IOS users should see the controller at the bottom of the list in the Other Devices section.
- Click on the controller and you should be paired.
How to connect a PS5 controller to Apple TV
- Enter Settings menu.
- Choose Remotes and devices…
- Choose bluetooth For more information, see the Other Devices section.
- Press and hold PS button and Create on the DualSense controller until the indicator around the trackpad flashes blue.
- You should see your DualSense controller listed under Other Devices. Choose this.
- You should get a “Controller connected” notification at the top right.
How to connect a PS5 controller to Fire TV
- Switch to Settings…
- Choose Bluetooth remotes and devices…
- Choose Game controllers…
- Choose Add a new game controller…
- Press and hold PS button and Create on the DualSense controller until the indicator light around the trackpad flashes blue, indicating that your controller is in pairing mode.
- The Fire TV device should be showing Wireless Controller. Choose this.
- You should see a “Device connected” notification on your Fire TV and the blinking lights on your controller should be stable.
- The DualSense controller is now paired and connected to the Fire TV.
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