What is ‘Windows 11 not recognizing PS4 Controller’ issue?
In this article, we are going to discuss on How to fix Windows 11 not recognizing PS4 Controller. You will be guided with easy steps/methods to resolve the issue. Let’s starts the discussion.
‘Windows 11 not recognizing PS4 Controller’:
‘PS4 Controller (PlayStation 4 Controller)’: DualShock 4 is PlayStation 4’s controller. It is similar to DualShock 3 controller with several new features. One new feature is built-in two-point capacitive touch pad on front of controller, which can be clicked. It allows the touch pad to represent multiple buttons, as demonstrated in PS4 version of Elite Dangerous in which the four corners of touch pad can be mapped to separate clickable actions.
However, several Windows users reported they faced Windows 11 not recognizing PS4 Controller issue when they connect PS4 Controller to Windows 11 computer for gaming. This issue indicates you are unable to use PS4 Controller/DualShock 4 controller in your Windows 11 computer even it is connected to it properly. There could be several reasons behind the issue including poor PS4 Controller connections, outdated/corrupted Bluetooth drivers, PS4 Controller/DS4 for Windows not installed, disabled DS4 controller in Device Manager and other issues.
You should make sure Bluetooth driver is properly installed and is up-to-date to latest version in computer and if not, Bluetooth driver update is necessary in order to fix. Another possible reason behind the issue can be disabled DS4 controller in Device Manager. You can re-enable it in order to resolve the issue. It is possible to fix the issue with our instructions. Let’s go for the solution.
How to fix Windows 11 not recognizing PS4 Controller?
Method 1: Fix Windows 11 not recognizing PS4 Controller with ‘PC Repair Tool’
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Method 2: Update Bluetooth drivers
One possible way to fix the issue is to update Bluetooth drivers in computer.
Step 1: Open ‘Device Manager’ in Windows PC via Windows Search Box and expand ‘Bluetooth’ category
Step 2: Right-click on your Bluetooth driver and select ‘Update Driver’ and follow on-screen instructions to finish update process.
Step 3: Now, open ‘Settings’ app in Windows PC and select ‘Bluetooth and Devices’ and ensure the Bluetooth is enabled
Step 4: Hold ‘Share and PS’ button on PS4 controller until it starts blinking rapidly. This blinking means that it is searching for a connection point and select ‘Add Device > Bluetooth > Wireless Controller’. You controller is now connected to Windows 11 computer and check if it works.
Step 5: Conversely, go to ‘Windows Update’ tab in Windows PC and click ‘Check for updates’ button to see if there are new drivers.
Download or reinstall Bluetooth driver update in Windows PC [Automatically]
You can also try to update all Windows drivers to latest & compatible version including Bluetooth driver using Automatic Driver Update Tool. You can get this tool through button/link below.
Method 3: Download and Install DS4 Windows
Another possible way to fix the issue is to download and install DS4 Windows I your computer.
Step 1: Open your browser and search ‘DS4 Windows’ and click ‘Download’, in new window, click ‘Download’
Step 2: Open the file that was downloaded and click extract all at top of File Explorer. Select the location where to extract the file and extract it
Step 3: Now, double-click on setup file of application and follow on-screen instructions to finish installation. Be aware, you may have to download .NET 5.0 Runtime.
Step 4: Once DS4 Windows app installed, open the app and select where you want to save the files
Method 4: Update DS4 Windows
You can update DS4 Windows to latest & compatible version can resolve the issue.
Step 1: Open ‘DS4 Windows’ installation folder in computer and double-click ‘DS4Updater’
Step 2: DS4 Windows will start to automatically download and install any updates. Once done, Windows will appear starting that is up-to-date.
Method 5: Run DS4 Windows as Administrator
You can provide administrator permission to DS4 Windows in order to fix.
Step 1: Go to DS4 Windows app installation folder, and right-click on DS4 Windows app and select ‘Properties’
Step 2: Click ‘Compatibility’ tab, check ‘Run this program as an administrator’ checkbox, and then hit ‘Apply > Ok’ button to save the changes. Once done, restart DS4 Windows app and check if it works.
Method 6: Re-enable Controller
You can re-enable DS4 controller/PS4 controller in Device Manager in order to fix.
Step 1: Open ‘Device Manager’ in Windows PC via Windows Search Box and look for ‘Human Interface Devices (HID)’
Step 2: Find and right-click on ‘HID-Compliant game controller’, and select ‘Enable Device’ if it is disabled.
Step 3: Once done, restart your computer
Step 4: Now, go to ‘Settings’ in DS4 Windows app and click ‘Hide DS4 Controller’. Reconnect your PS4 controller to DS4 Windows
Step 5: Click ‘Controllers’ tab to see if your controller is there. If not, uncheck ‘Hide DS4 Controller’ in settings and check it again
Step 6: Right-click on drivers to bring up the context menu and select ‘Uninstall Device’ to uninstall it
Step 7: Once done, restart your computer and connect PS4 controller to computer, and check if it issue is resolved. Restarting computer will automatically reinstall all missing drivers in computer.
Conclusion
I am sure this article helped you on How to fix Windows 11 not recognizing PS4 Controller with ways. You can read & follow our instructions to do so. That’s all. For any suggestions or queries, please write on comment box below.
