When I plug in my DS4 controller, an orange/yellow light flashes for a second and fades away, and then nothing happens. The controller connects to my PS4 just fine. I've tried 4 different controllers, none of them are even recognized by my computer in control panel. I've tried every USB port on my PC (they all work fine with other devices), I've tried 2 different micro-USB cables, I've restarted my PC several times, I've reset my controllers. Nothing. Is there any tricks out there to getting a PS4 controller recognized by the PC?
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The thread discusses issues with Windows recognizing and connecting a DualShock 4 controller, with the original poster unable to get the controller to be recognized despite trying multiple controllers, cables, and troubleshooting steps. A responder suggests using the InputMapper software for Windows 10, noting it works for them when wired, although Bluetooth connection may require additional considerations. Overall, the discussion revolves around troubleshooting and finding suitable software solutions to enable Windows to recognize and use the PS4 controller.
The thread discusses issues with Windows recognizing and connecting a DualShock 4 controller, with the original poster unable to get the controller to be recognized despite trying multiple controllers, cables, and troubleshooting steps. A responder suggests using the InputMapper software for Windows 10, noting it works for them when wired, although Bluetooth connection may require additional considerations. Overall, the discussion revolves around troubleshooting and finding suitable software solutions to enable Windows to recognize and use the PS4 controller.
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eleenainn87
New Member
Try the software inputmapper. That’s what I use for Windows 10 and my DS4. Just to note I have to have it wired and not used via Bluetooth. Other than that could it be driver related? I tried DS4windows and it didn’t work, granted I didn’t look into what the problem could be because I tried inputmapper at the same time and it simply worked so I stayed with it.