Playing games using a keyboard on a PC is always right for gaming enthusiasts. But there are several specific games, like racing, where you need a proper joystick to experience the in-game graphics. For this reason, Microsoft’s Xbox has developed a dedicated controller to ease playing games on PCs.
However some users are unable to connect that Xbox controller to a PC. However, Xbox has several mediums to connect, like a USB cable, Bluetooth, and a wireless adapter. Even though they are unable to connect to it. So, here we will let you know several methods to connect the Xbox controller to your PC.
How Can I Connect My Xbox Controller to My PC?
As we said above, there are a lot of new things to explore when connecting the Xbox Controller to a PC. But, as of now, there are mostly three ways to easily connect the Xbox Controller to your computer. For such a reason, below we are stating all those mediums along with a few instructions to clearly understand everything.
The method I used: using a USB cable
- First, plug one end of the USB cable into your PC.
- Then, plug the other end into the Xbox controller.
- Now, push and hold the Xbox button on the controller until it lights up.
- Following this, your PC will automatically detect the Xbox controller.
- That’s it. You can now play games using the Xbox controller.
Method II: Using Bluetooth
- Simply head to your PC’s settings.
- Then, tap on Devices >> Bluetooth and enable the Bluetooth toggle.
- Now, using the wireless adapter, turn on the Xbox controller and hold the sync button until it lights upBlink.
- On your PC, click on Add New Device and choose Xbox Wireless Controller from it.
- Following this, your PC will pair with the Xbox Controller and connect in a moment.
- That’s it. You are ready to play using the Xbox Controller.
Furthermore, there is another way to connect an Xbox controller to a PC. But for that, you might need to purchase an Xbox Wireless Adapter. However, some PCs, like the Surface Book 2, Lenovo IdeaCentre Y710, Lenovo Legion Y720, and Asus G703, have an in-built wireless adapter. But here, we are talking on a universal basis. For that reason, we have covered only USB and Bluetooth mediums. Because these are the methods that any user can try with their PC without spending any money.
Conclusively, these are the best steps and methods to connect an Xbox controller to your PC. And we assume that most of you now understand how to connect an Xbox controller to a PC. Even if you have any doubts, feel free to revert in the comment section down below.