How to Connect an Xbox Controller to PC via Bluetooth

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Turn on your Xbox controller by holding the Xbox button. Press the small sync button on the front until the Xbox button starts flashing. On your PC, open Bluetooth settings and select 'Add Bluetooth or other device.' Choose 'Bluetooth' and click on your Xbox controller when it appears. Boom, you're connected!

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NailingSurge·5 months ago

Make sure your controller is an Xbox One S or newer model, they have Bluetooth. Push the sync button, open Bluetooth settings on your PC, and pair it. Done!

CatalogingDisk·5 months ago

Forget wires! Turn on the controller, hit the sync button till it flashes, then add it in Bluetooth settings on your PC. Enjoy wireless freedom!

RollingHank·5 months ago

Press the Xbox button on the controller to turn it on. Hold the sync button on the controller until the light flashes. Go to PC's Bluetooth settings, add a device, select your controller. Easy peasy!

RemovingMyth·5 months ago

Bluetooth sucks. Use a USB cable for no hassle.

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