Learn how to connect your PS5 DualSense controller to a PC using Bluetooth, a USB cable, or Steam settings. Follow simple steps for seamless gaming setup.
How to Connect Your PS5 DualSense Controller Wirelessly with Bluetooth
To wirelessly connect a PS5 DualSense controller to a PC using Bluetooth.
First, navigate to the Bluetooth settings on your PC and enable Bluetooth.
Then, put the controller into pairing mode by holding down the PlayStation and Share buttons until the light around the touchpad flashes.
Finally, select the controller on your computer and wait for confirmation.
How to Connect a PS5 DualSense Controller to a PC Using a USB Cable
To establish a wired connection, you will need a USB-C to USB-A cable. Plug the USB-C end of the cable into the controller and the USB-A end into your PC.
How to Connect a PS5 DualSense Controller to a PC using Steam
First, open Steam and go to Settings > Controller > General Controller Settings.
Then, connect your controller using either a USB cable or Bluetooth.
Finally, ensure that both “PlayStation Configuration Support” and “Generic Gamepad Configuration Support” are checked.