Modern controllers are pretty cool. Nowadays, we can play Halo on PC using a Sony controller, something that would've been a major novelty just a few years ago. It's a fantastic controller, so why not use it as much as possible?

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Whether you're looking to play games on Steam, or even emulate your library of old games for consoles that are now broken, a PS5 controller is a great thing to have. However, pairing these controllers with your system might not be 100% simple, as there are many common pitfalls. To assist those who might be new to PC gaming, here's everything we know about using a PS5 controller on a PC!

PS5 Controller: Wired Connection

A USB-A to USB-C cable on an abstract PlayStation background.

We highly recommend using a wired connection for more intense games that require precise button inputs. Input delay is a problem inherent to wireless connections, and while it's often not noticeable, using a cable will completely eliminate this problem.

Note that in order for this to work, you need a specific type of cable. You're looking for a USB Type-A to USB Type-C data transfer cable. The PS5 comes with a cable for charging, but it's not rated for data transfer, and cannot be used to form a two-way connection from controller to PC. The type of cable you need will come with packaging that mentions its data transfer capabilities.

Once you have the right cable, simply plug the controller into the PC, and you'll be off to the races.

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PS5 Controller: Wireless Connection

Another option is to connect your PS5 controller to your PC via Bluetooth. This is slightly more complicated, but it eliminates wires, which can get in the way and look messy.

If your PC's motherboard has a good Bluetooth adapter built-in, this should work fine. Otherwise, many PCs suffer from slow, laggy wireless connections, and will need some upgrading. If you're not sure, we recommend trying the wireless connection, seeing how it plays, and upgrading with a USB Bluetooth adapter if necessary.

The Bluetooth menu in Windows.

To make the connection, first, in Windows, click on the search bar and type "Bluetooth". Make sure Bluetooth is toggled on, then select "Bluetooth and other devices settings". From here, select "Add Bluetooth or other devices", and then "Bluetooth (Mice, keyboards...)". Your PC will start searching for devices to pair with.

The Add a device window in the Bluetooth menu in Windows.

Next, on the PS5 controller, hold down the Home button (the one shaped like a PlayStation logo) and the Share button (the small oval button to the left of the touchpad) at the same time. After holding them both down for a few seconds, the LED around the touchpad will start to blink.

If everything is working, you should now see "Wireless Controller" on the list of Bluetooth devices to add. If everything is not working, there are a number of potential fixes. As mentioned previously, you may want a USB Bluetooth adapter to make a smoother connection. You may need to reset your PS5 controller (there's a tiny reset button on the back that can be pressed with a pin), or you might need to update your computer's Bluetooth drivers. Sometimes, a simple PC reset can fix issues.

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