How to Pair a New Xbox One Controller

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First, turn on your Xbox One console. Then, press and hold the Xbox button on your controller until it lights up. Next, press the sync button on the console (located on the left side or front, depending on your model), and finally press and hold the sync button on the top of the controller until the Xbox button light flashes, indicating it's searching for the console. Once they connect, the light will become steady.

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SnorkellingClock·5 months ago

Hey, it's super easy! Turn on your Xbox One, hold the Xbox button on the controller to turn it on, then press the sync button on both the controller and the console. Boom! Paired.

TargetingDirt·5 months ago

Honestly, just use a USB cable to connect the controller to the Xbox One. It’ll pair automatically. No need to mess with buttons.

AttallingHalt·5 months ago

All you gotta do is hit the Xbox button on the controller to turn it on, then press the sync button on the console, followed by the controller’s sync button. Done in seconds!

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