In this article we will show you how to pair a PlayStation 4 controller, no matter your gaming platform of choice. We look at the PS4, PC, and more.

There are a few different ways you can connect your PS4 controller to your PC. We cover each way and the advantages of each. Here's how to do it.

How to connect PS4 controller to PC - we show you everything you need to know about connecting the DualShock 4 controller to your PC.

Take a look at our step-by-step guide for how to connect a PS4 controller to a PC and how to troubleshoot all the problems that might come up along the way.

If you prefer the familiar feeling of a Sony controller like PS4's DualShock 4 or PS5's DualSense, you can easily pair those with your PC to play games.

The world may have moved onto PS5, but you can still get great mileage out of a PS4 controller with your PC. Here’s how to pair the DualShock 4 with a PC.

Before you do anything else, plug in your PS4 controller with a micro-USB directly to your PC, or pair it through the Bluetooth menu, or with a USB wireless adapter.

Knowing how to connect a PS4 controller to PC lets you play PC games using your DualShock controller. There are a few options including Bluetooth, Steam, and a program called DS4Windows.

PS4 Controller Pairing Mode, Explained The pairing mode on the controller enables other Bluetooth devices such as a tablet, smartphone, or PC to detect its Bluetooth signal and connect to it.

How to use a PS4 DualShock 4 to play PC games The PS4's controller is recognized by Windows right out of the box, but existing games don't automatically work with the gamepad. Here's how to fix that.