If you’re someone who enjoys gaming on both consoles and mobile devices, you can now use your PS4 controller to play games on your mobile devices. This makes it easier to play your favorite games on your mobile, without having to learn new control layouts or use the default layout of your controller. ..
To connect your PS4 controller wirelessly to your PS4 console, follow these steps:
- Turn on your PS4 and your mobile device.
- On your mobile device, open the Bluetooth settings and search for “PS4 Controller.” If you don’t see the controller listed, make sure you have the latest firmware installed.
- Once you find the controller, select it and press “Connect.” The controller should now be connected to your mobile device.
- On your PS4, open the Settings menu and select “Controller.” Under “Wireless Controller,” press “Bluetooth” to open the Bluetooth settings for the controller.
- In the Bluetooth settings for the controller, press “Advanced” and then under “Connection Type,” select “BT Connection.” This will allow you to connect wirelessly with other devices that are also using BT Connection mode. If you’re connecting a second controller, make sure both controllers are set to BT Connection mode before continuing.
- Under “Settings for this Controller,” press “Remapping” and then under “Action Set 1,” press “+” to add a new action set or press “-” to delete an existing action set. You can now remap any buttons on the controller as desired by pressing each button’s corresponding number on your mobile device and then pressing OK on both devices when finished remapping buttons.
- To disconnect the controller from your mobile device, press and hold down both of its power buttons until it powers off automatically or until you see a message onscreen telling you that it has been disconnected successfully. When reconnecting it back to your PS4 console, make sure that it is set back to BT Connection mode before connecting it again ..
Use a PS4 Controller With An Android Device
This pairing process is simple and straightforward, so you can get started right away. Just enable the option on your Android device that corresponds to the PS4 controller’s “pairing mode,” and you’re good to go.
The controller lets you play games on your Android device, but it also has a number of other features. The control buttons won’t always work the way you want them to, but there’s a fix for that.
To connect the devices, first make sure that they are both plugged in. Then, connect the power cord to one of the devices and the data cord to the other. Finally, plug in the phone to one of the cords and plug in the phone charger to another cord.
To pair your controller with your PS4, unplug it from the console and press and hold down the Share and PS buttons together for a few seconds. Let go of the buttons when your controller starts to blink white. Your controller is now ready to be paired with your device. ..
If you’re using an Android device, open the Settings app and tap on Bluetooth & device connection. Tap on Pair new device at the top to start looking for your wireless controller.
When your PS4 controller appears in the device list, tap on it to connect to it.
Your controller has been successfully paired with your Android device. The white light will stop blinking on your controller which indicates that the connection is strong and you can play your games.
I played with the Android controller for some time to access various options in the Settings app. It worked like a charm.
Connect a PS4 Controller To An iPhone/iPad
Your device must be able to connect to the PlayStation 4’s online service.
Your iPhone and iPad must be running the latest iOS 13 for your device to be able to connect to the PlayStation 4 controller. If you don’t run this version of the iOS, it’s time you head into Settings > General > Software Update and get the device updated to the latest version available.
Once the iOS version is updated, you can pair your device with the PlayStation 4 controller. Hold and press the Share and PS buttons together, and your controller will start blinking. Head to Settings > Bluetooth on your device and tap on the controller to connect to it.
When you’re connected to the PlayStation 4, the controller will stop blinking. You’re now ready to play games and navigate around on your iOS device using your PS4 controller.
Troubleshoot The Lag Issues With The Controller
If your Android device and controller are not always connecting properly, there is a solution. You can install an app on your device to help fix the issue. ..
If you’re experiencing problems with your Bluetooth connection, try using the Bluetooth Auto Connect app. It has a Continuous Connect feature that will keep your device connected to the controller or any other Bluetooth device. ..
- Open the app and sign in with your account.
- Choose which device you want to connect to: your computer or phone.
- Click on the blue “connect” button on the left side of the screen.
- Your devices will start communicating and you can see their status in the app’s notifications area.
The Bluetooth Auto Connect app will connect to your PS4 controller automatically and keep track of your game play. You can type in a number between two and ten and hit OK to connect.
The app will keep your devices connected at all times. You can change the number if the current one isn’t working for you. ..
Remap The Game Controls To Work With The PS4 Controller
Some games that don’t have external controller support include “Bloodborne”, “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3”, and “ Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End”.
If you’re looking to change the key bindings on your PlayStation 4 controller, there’s no need to go out and buy a new one. You can do it with an app called Octopus. This app lets you customize which key does what on your device, so that you can better match the controls of your PS4 controller with the games you play. ..
To start customizing your game controls, download the app and add it to your device’s list of apps. Then, use the app to create a new control for your game.
Disconnect The Controller From Your Devices
When you’ve finished playing games on your devices with the PS4 controller, you might want to pair it back to your console.
On your Android or iOS device, open the Bluetooth option in the Settings app. Then tap and hold on the PS4 controller in the devices list and select Disconnect followed by Forget.
Your controller will be ready to pair with your console and you will be able to play your games. Plug in the controller to the console using a USB cable and press the PS button.