But there have been reports that the PS4 controller may not get recognized on your Windows 11 PC. This may due to outdated Bluetooth drivers that don’t work or DS4 Windows not working properly.

Does Windows 11 support DS4?

Yes, Windows 11 supports DS4. So if you want to connect your PS4 controller to PC, you’ll need to install it alongside PS4 controller drivers for Windows 11. Your PS4 can connect to the PC via Bluetooth, but a lot of games don’t support that controller and prefer Xbox devices. That is why you download and install DS4 Windows, a third-party app that masks your PS4 controller as an Xbox one. That way, you can use the PS4 controller however you please. But things are hardly ever that simple and some connectivity problems will arise. In those instances, you’ll have to run DS4 Windows as an administrator. This guide will show you what you can do if your PlayStation 4 controller is not being recognized by your Windows 11 computer. Instructions are straightforward to follow.

How do I get my PS4 controller to work on my PC?

1. Update Bluetooth drivers

Your PS4 controller should suddenly work again after updating the Bluetooth drivers. You can either complete this task manually using Device Manager or automatically by utilizing a driver updater program that makes your work easier. Here’s the steps of how to correctly update Bluetooth manually: 1.Click on the magnifying glass icon to bring up the search bar. 2. Search for the Device Manager. 3. Click on the entry that appears.

  1. In the Device Manager, search for the Bluetooth entry if your computer can connect via Bluetooth.

  2. Click it to bring down the drop-down menu.

  3. Right-click the entry that appears and a small window will appear.

  4. Select Update driver in that small window.

  5. A window will appear.

  6. Select Search automatically for drivers. SPONSORED

  7. Your Windows 11 computer will automatically download and install the drivers.

  8. If you have multiple entries, it’s recommended that you update the drivers for all of them.

  9. Then open the Settings menu.

  10. Select Bluetooth & devices on the left-hand side.

  11. Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled by clicking the switch On.

  12. Hold the Share and PS button on your PS4 controller until it starts blinking rapidly. This blinking means that it’s searching for a connection point.

  13. Then select Add device.

  14. Select Bluetooth.

  15. Select Wireless Controller.

  16. Your PS4 controller is now connected to your Windows 11 computer and there should be no issue.

  17. Conversely, you can go to the Windows Update tab in the Settings menu and click on Check for updates to see if there are new drivers.

If you’re looking for a more time-efficient way to update your drivers, you can do so automatically with DriverFix. It’s an app that scans your PC for missing or out-of-date drivers and fixes them for you.

2. Install DS4 Windows

3. Update DS4Windows

4. Run as administrator

5. Re-enable Controller

What else should I know about Windows 11 and gaming controllers?

Gamers in the past have also had issues with their PS5 controllers not functioning properly as Windows 11 won’t connect to their device. Fixing PS5 controller connectivity is similar to the PS4 and shares similar steps. DS4 Windows itself has had its issues as well. Majority of the time all you have to do is update the app by downloading the latest version. In other cases, you have to check the controller status on the Device Manager. For Xbox controller owners, you may be interested in learning about what to do if your gamepad suddenly switches to player 2 on a PC. Solutions involve running the troubleshooter and deleting a specific driver. Feel free to leave a comment below if you have any questions on other Windows 11 apps. Also, leave comments about guides that you’d like to see or information on other Windows 11 features or list guides.

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