How to connect the xbox one controller to the computer
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Enjoying virtual reality games on PC cannot be done with a keyboard and mouse, for a matter of comfort it is essential to use a controller, the ones that are included with the glasses or those that are commonly used on consoles such as the XBOX One or Playstation 4. In the following lines we show you how to connect an XBOX One controller to your PC.
Connect the XBOX One controller by cable
The Xbox One controller is one of the easiest controls to use in Windows, with direct support in Windows 10. Both in Windows 7 and Windows 8 you can also use this controller, although in a slightly more complex way. Xbox One controllers also offer greater compatibility than most other gamepads, including Sony's own DualShock 4.
Connecting the Xbox One controller to the computer is easier with a physical USB to Micro-USB cable. With the drivers available for recent versions of Windows, the controller can simply be connected with as a Plug and Play experience, as if you were connecting a USB key or a phone.
If you are using Windows 10, the Xbox One joystick drivers are already pre-installed with the operating system. They are also automatically updated through the Xbox Accessories app .
Windows 7 and Windows 8 users will also be able to use the Xbox controller with ease, through automatic download once connected to the computer.
Via wireless adapter
To connect the XBOX wireless controller to the PC we are going to need an official Microsoft wireless adapter.
- Plug the Xbox Wireless Adapter into your Windows PC. Wait for the adapter to be detected and the drivers will install automatically. Press the assign button on the adapter and controller to force it to detect the signal from the controller. Wait until the devices detect each other and you will be ready!
Via Bluetooth
As of the launch of the XBOX One S, the new controllers come with the ability to connect to the computer via Bluetooth.
- To have no problem, make sure the latest version of Windows 10 is installed. Press the Xbox button to turn on the controller. Press the bond controller button on the top of the controller for three seconds. Go to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth. Choose Xbox Wireless Controller from the list of available devices and select Pair.
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