There are many reasons why your PS4 controller won't connect to your PlayStation 4 console including a bad battery or Bluetooth interference. This wikiHow article will show you some steps you can take to troubleshoot why your PS4 controller won't connect to the console.
Getting Your PS4 Controller to Connect
If you've been using your controller wirelessly, the problem might be with the wireless connection. Try plugging your controller directly into the console with the USB cable and see if it works that way. Then, troubleshoot the wireless connection.
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References
- ↑ https://manuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps4/basic/usecontroller.html
- ↑ https://www.playstation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps4-dualshock-4-wireless-troubleshooting/
- ↑ https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/how-to-sync-ps4-controller/
- ↑ https://www.playstation.com/en-us/support/hardware/troubleshoot-dualshock-4/
About This Article
1. Connect the controller to your console with a USB cable.
2. Charge the battery.
3. Sync your controller.
4. Disconnect your controller from other devices.
5. Remove sources of Bluetooth interference.
6. Reset your controller.