How to Connect PS4 Controller to Mac
One of the best things about gaming on a Mac is how many different platforms you can use to play. You’re not just limited to using a keyboard and mouse. You can connect a PS4 controller to your Mac and play your favorite games the way you want to. Here’s how to connect a PS4 controller to your Mac.
There are a few different ways that you can connect a PS4 controller to your Mac. The most common way is to use a USB cable, but you can also connect wirelessly using Bluetooth.
If you want to use a USB cable, simply connect the controller to the USB port on your Mac. The controller will show up as a gamepad in the devices list. You can then use it in any game that supports gamepads.
If you want to connect wirelessly, you’ll need to have a Bluetooth adapter plugged into your Mac. You can then put the controller into pairing mode by holding down the PS button and the Share button simultaneously. The controller will show up in the devices list on your Mac. You can then select it and pair it. Once it’s paired, you can use it in any game that supports gamepads.
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What You’ll Need
If you want to use a PS4 controller on your Mac, you’ll need to use a third-party driver.
There are a few different drivers available, but we recommend using DS4Windows. This driver is easy to install and use, and it’s free.
Once you’ve downloaded and installed DS4Windows, connect your PS4 controller to your Mac using a USB cable. Then open DS4Windows and click the “Pair new controller” button.
Follow the prompts to complete the pairing process, and you should be good to go!
Connecting the Controller
Assuming you have a PS4 controller laying around and a Mac with Bluetooth support, here’s how to connect the PS4 controller to your Mac.
1. On your Mac, go to System Preferences > Bluetooth.
2. Make sure that Bluetooth is turned on.
3. Put the PS4 controller into pairing mode by holding down the Share and PS button simultaneously until the light on the controller starts flashing.
4. Your Mac should now show the PS4 controller in the list of devices. Click on the “Pair” button.
5. Once the controller is paired, you can now use it to play games on your Mac.
Configuring the Controller
There are multiple ways to connect a PS4 controller to a Mac. The most common way is to use a USB cable. You can also connect wirelessly using Bluetooth.
To connect using a USB cable:
1. Turn off your PS4 controller.
2. Plug the small end of the USB cable into the port on the front of the controller.
3. Plug the other end of the USB cable into a USB port on your Mac.
4. Turn on your PS4 controller.
To connect wirelessly using Bluetooth:
1. Make sure your PS4 controller has fresh batteries.
2. Turn on your PS4 controller.
3. Press and hold the PS button on the controller for 3 seconds.
4. Select “Bluetooth” from the menu that appears.
5. Select “Pair new device.”
6. Put your controller into pairing mode by holding down the PS button and Share button simultaneously for 3 seconds.
7. Your controller should appear in the list of devices. Select it and click “Pair.”
8. You may be prompted to enter a PIN. If so, enter 0000.
You should now be able to use your PS4 controller with your Mac.
Using the Controller
PS4 controllers are one of the most popular gaming controllers on the market and they can be used on a Mac with the right software. There are a few different ways to connect a PS4 controller to a Mac, and we’ll go over the best methods in this article.
The first method is to use the official Sony PS4 Remote Play app for Mac. This app allows you to connect your PS4 controller wirelessly to your Mac and play games using the controller. The app is free to download from the Mac App Store.
The second method is to use a third-party software called DS4Windows. This software emulates a Xbox 360 controller, which means you can use it with any game that supports Xbox 360 controllers. DS4Windows is free to download from the developer’s website.
The third method is to use a Bluetooth adapter. You can use any Bluetooth adapter that supports the Bluetooth 4.0 LE standard. The Bluetooth adapter will need to be plugged into your Mac’s USB port.
Once you have the adapter, you’ll need to put your PS4 controller into pairing mode. To do this, press and hold the Share and PS buttons on the controller at the same time. The controller’s light will start blinking.
Next, open the System Preferences app on your Mac and click on the Bluetooth icon. The PS4 controller should show up in the list of devices. Click on the controller and then click on the “Pair” button.
Once the controller is paired, you can launch any game that supports controllers and start playing.
Conclusion
In conclusion, connecting a PS4 controller to a Mac is a relatively simple process that can be done in a matter of minutes. All you need is a compatible Bluetooth adapter and the latest version of the PS4 controller firmware. Once you have those two things, simply connect the controller to your Mac and you should be good to go.
