Breaking Down Every Step Xbox Fans Should Follow to Connect Their Cool Controllers to PC

Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo have dominated the console industry for years. Furthermore, the $68.7 billion deal news between Microsoft and Activision Blizzard has taken the entire internet by storm. Several PlayStation users were wondering at the start if they will lose access to Call of Duty titles.

Apparently, Phil Spencer announced they are not planning to take Call of Duty away from PlayStation users. He also mentioned that they value their relationship with PlayStation. Interestingly, there are several console users who love to collect popular old consoles and controllers in their collection.

Xbox produces one of the most popular controllers in the community, focusing on performance, features, quality, and accessibility. Moreover, with each generation of controllers Xbox hardware team has led and innovated input for gaming. Here are some of the easiest ways to connect your Xbox controller to a PC.

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A step-by-step guide on how to connect the Xbox controller to your PC

How to connect an Xbox controller using a wireless adapter

• First, you have to make sure that your Windows device is up to date and has internet access.
• Next, connect the wireless adapter to your device to a USB 2.0 or 3.0 and the installation will happen automatically. In case your device doesn’t have a USB port, make sure to use the USB extender to avoid wireless interference.
• After connecting the adapter with the device, turn your controller on by pressing and holding the Xbox button. If the button stays lit, the controller is connected.

How to connect an Xbox controller using a USB cable

• Connect your USB cable to your Windows device.
• After that, connect the micro USB end to your controller.
• At last, press the Xbox logo on your controller to turn it on. Once it’s connected, Windows 10 should automatically detect your controller. In case the Xbox logo blinks, make sure to use a different micro USB or charge your controller.

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How to connect Xbox controller to PC via Bluetooth

• First, power on your controller by holding the Xbox logo.
• Next, make sure to turn on the Bluetooth option on your device.
• Later, pair your controller using Bluetooth by going to the ‘Bluetooth & other devices’ menu.

• To connect your controller, hold the Connect button for three seconds. The symbol for the Connect button is “(((” and it is situated on the front of the controller near the USB port.
• Next, select “Pair” from the Bluetooth settings menu and pair your controller with Bluetooth and enjoy your games.

How can you update your Xbox controller?

Update your controller wirelessly

• Power on your controller and press the Xbox button. Later, select ‘System’ and then ‘Settings.’
• Next, go to the “Devices & streaming” option and then “Accessories.”
• After that, click on “Device info” and select the “Firmware version” option.
• Lastly, choose the “Update Now” option and your controller will be updated.

Update your controller using a Windows 10 PC

• Launch the Xbox Accessories app and connect your controller to your PC. In case your controller is wireless, use a micro USB or wireless adapter to connect it with your device.
• Once the Xbox Accessories app opens, a notification should pop up saying “Update Required.” (if an update is required)
• After your controller gets updates, click the “Close” option and continue enjoying your gaming experience.

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