Got a new DualShock 4? That’s amazing! This is one of the best things SONY has introduced for its PS4 console. Is it your first time with the PlayStation 4 gaming? If yes, we are sure you won’t regret it at all. But, there are always a few things you need to top off before you can start playing, things such as syncing your PS4 controller to a PC or a console, etc.
PS4 controllers were a lot in the news amongst gamers, developers, and designers when they first arrived for being the better version of DualShock 1 because of the layout and design it carried. With a little modification in the layout, like the touchpad in the center, triggers, sticks, and buttons positioned perfectly, the PS controller still managed to retain its old charm.How To Sync A PS4 Controller
PS4 has provoked gamers to leave mouse and keyboard for gaming and switch to joystick and controllers. However, most PC gamers still prefer a mouse and keyboard to carry out certain regular actions, but there is no denying that controllers are more delightful to use. In our opinion, PS4 gaming with the controllers is much more fun and relaxing as there is no wire interference. You can lean back on your chair with your controller and still enjoy gaming from your comfortable space. PS4 controllers are worth every penny.
Thus, we would recommend using them for everyday gaming on PS4. Here, in this article, we will help you guys understand how to sync a PS4 controller to your PS4 console. If you follow our instructions, it shouldn’t be hard for you to do the syncing.
How To Sync A PS4 Controller – 2 Methods
There are two methods by which you can successfully sync the controller.
- Sync a PS4 controller via USB 2.0 Micro Cable
- Sync a PS4 controller wirelessly
Method 1: Sync new PS4 Controller through USB cable
If you have a wired PS4 controller, then this is the easiest way for you.
- First, turn on the power button of your PS4 console.
- Now insert the end of your PS4 controller wire into the USB port of the console.
- Once you have plugged, press the PS button of the controller for about 3 seconds and release.
- Automatically the PS4 controller will be connected to the console.
If you are using a wireless PS4 controller, this is the best way for you.
- Press the PS4 console’s power button to turn it On.
- Now, locate the mini USB port at the back of the controller and connect the micro connector part of your USB cable to the PS4 controller.
- Now plug the other end of your USB cable into the console.
- Press the PS button of your controller for about 3 seconds and then release.
- Now the wired PS4 controller will be connected to the console.
- You can then eject the USB cable and continue playing wirelessly.
- If you wish to connect more controllers wirelessly, use the same USB cord and follow the same steps.
- Once the steps are completed, set it as a new user on your dashboard.
Method 2: Sync your wireless controller to the PS4 console without a USB cable
If you wish to connect one or more controllers to your PS4 console, but this time you don’t have the USB cable. No worries, you can still sync it without the USB cable. Just follow these simple steps;
- On your PS4 main dashboard, go to settings. Then go to the Devices option and in that select Bluetooth devices. You can do this function with the help of the media remote of your PS4 controller.
- On the controller to which you wish to connect to, press the “share” button on the top left of the controller for 5 seconds.
- Select your PS4 controller name that will be shown on your Bluetooth device screen.
- Once you pair the Bluetooth, your PS4 controller should sync with your PS4 console.
Final Words
This is how you can sync your PS4 controller to the console with these easy steps. I hope this article helped you to understand the process. Now, sync up your controller and get ready to play on your PlayStation. There are not many ways available out there to sync PS4 controller, so we will recommend you to stick with these two methods mentioned above to do this.
