How to connect a joystick from ps4 to pc

Sony claims that the Dualshock 4 joystick can be used on a PC, which is really pleasing. After all, many console games (not only from Sony) are more convenient to pass with the help of a gamepad, and not a keyboard with a mouse. And this is despite the fact that they are fully adapted for PC. What to say about simulators that are generally impossible to pass without a joystick. But is everything so simple with connecting the device? Consider this article.

Does the playstation joystick work on a computer?

The joystick from ps4 is suitable for a computer and will work, but with reservations. They consist in the fact that if you connect a gamepad without additional utilities and drivers, then not all games will work with Dualshock 4. Buttons, sticks may not respond, and the button assignments are sometimes incorrect or unusual.

Moreover, with this method of installation, the joystick will have only basic functionality.

He will turn off:

  • vibration;
  • gyroscope;
  • touch panel (turn into a button);
  • microphone;
  • speaker;
  • headset jack.

ATTENTION! These functions will not turn off permanently, but only while using the gamepad on a computer.

That is, Sony is not deceived, but this prospect does not cause delight. And all because of the fact that Microsoft and Sony are competitors in the market. And in order to avoid problems and set up a joystick as it should be, you need to “mask” the controller of the Dualshock 4 under the Xbox - the brainchild of Microsoft. How to do this, tell below.

How to connect a joystick from ps4 to a computer

You should be aware that there are two ways to connect: wired and wireless. The first one is the easiest, but also inconvenient, since the wires get tangled and cling, and dropping the controller can damage the USB input. For the second, you may need a separate bluetooth adapter, although in terms of convenience, it greatly benefits. But first things first.

Wired connection

For wired connection, follow the instructions:

  1. Take the USB-cable, which charge the gamepad.
  2. Now connect the cable with the joystick via the USB port on the computer or laptop.
  3. Windows automatically downloads the drivers, installs them completely, and configures the device. If everything is done correctly, the indicator light on the joystick lights up as during connection with the console, and the system will begin to recognize it in games.

How to check the operation of the joystick without entering the game:

  1. In the search type "Control Panel".
  2. Find "View devices and printers."
  3. Right-click on the gamepad icon, and then on "Gaming Device Control Settings".
  4. Go to the properties and press any buttons on the gamepad, twist the stick. Everything should work like a clock.

Rare, when the automatic installation gives a misfire, but if it happened, do not worry, you can manually download the driver separately. Let's talk about this further.

Bluetooth connection

In this case, the wire is no longer needed, but you will need a bluetooth adapter. It happens that it is already built into the computer, so it makes sense to use it.

IMPORTANT! Sometimes the built-in adapter and wi-fi conflict with each other, since both operate at 2.4 GHz. It is difficult to learn about it in advance, it is easier to check in practice If you can connect, everything is in order.

In all other cases, the most common Bluetooth module is suitable, preferably version 2.1 and higher.

IT IS INTERESTING! Sony released their own module in 2016. Such a device should have been able to fix compatibility problems, which would make utilities and “masking” under the Xbox unnecessary. But alas, this all functions exclusively for PS4 games. Also, the module pulls only one device, which makes pair play impossible.

And yet there are constant advantages:

  • there will be no driver conflict, and the connection to the computer is instant;
  • There will always be an opportunity to use the joystick speaker.

Whichever adapter you choose, charge the joystick 100% before installation.

Follow the instructions below:

  1. Activate bluetooth: on the taskbar, click on its icon, go to the device management menu.
  2. At the same time, hold on the Share and PS gamepad, hold for 3 seconds.
  3. If the system requires a code, enter 0000.
  4. You will see that the indicator light flashes, so it allows the computer to detect itself.
  5. A wireless controller will appear in the bluetooth device menu. Click on "connect" and wait for the connection.
  6. After binding, the blinking will stop, and the light will become permanent.

ATTENTION! Do not be afraid if it takes a few minutes, since Windows can load drivers. But, as a rule, they need to be downloaded manually.

How to connect a joystick to work on the PC

It happens that after connecting the joystick still does not work. That is, the system cannot independently download drivers and carry out automatic configuration. In this case, additional manipulations are needed. About them further

Driver installation

Choose DS4Windows or DS4Tool. Their archives already contain a driver + utility, it will save time.

DS4Windows

Download the program archive. Unzip it on your computer. There will be two applications in the folder, you need to double-click on DS4Windows (the second application is the utility update). Now Settings - Step 1 (this is the installation of the main driver for the gamepad).

ATTENTION! Skip Step 2 if the PC has never installed an Xbox joystick driver. This button is needed to resolve the driver conflict between two gamepads.

Click on Finish. Then in the Controller tab, click Start. The utility will detect the Dualshock 4 and connect it. If the gamepad will still not work correctly, turn on the Hide DS4 Controller.

DS4Tool

Download the archive in the same way and unpack it. Find ScpDriver.exe, install. Bottom in the window that opens, tick the force install. Installation completed. Go to the disguise - the emulator

Joystick emulator program

In the same unpacked archive will be ScpServer. After double-clicking a window appears with the Start button. Click on it and wait. Almost immediately, the joystick indicator will change its color to dark blue, and the lines will run in the window. This means that everything is set correctly. Sometimes the emulator is installed crookedly, and then go back to ScpDriver.exe, uninstall via Uninstall and reinstall.

Windows now accepts Duashock for the Xbox, including in terms of buttons, the symbols of which the controllers differ greatly. You can either stick temporary icons on top of those on the joystick itself, or just learn where it is. Yes, this is an inconvenience, but from now on the gamepad will fly on all games, including emulators.

How to connect a joystick to a laptop

The device is connected to the laptop in the same way as the PC. There is no difference, you can safely perform the same items.

Watch the video: How To Connect PS4 Controller To PC Laptop (March 2024).

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