Why isn't my controller working on my Mac? (2023)

Why isn't my controller working on my Mac?

Unpair it, then pair it again. If you still can't pair or connect, get help pairing your Bluetooth accessory to your iOS device. Make sure that you're not trying to connect too many Bluetooth accessories at once.

Connect PS4 and Xbox One controllers to your Mac - YouTube

On your Apple device, go to Settings > Bluetooth. Make sure Bluetooth is turned on. Turn on your Xbox Wireless Controller by pressing the Xbox button . If it's already paired to an Xbox, turn off the controller, and then press and hold the Pair button for a few seconds.

Console: If you are using your controller on your Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One then you can fix the issue by restarting your console. Press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to make sure the restart happens successfully. Once the console is back on try checking if you get the same issue again.

Plug your Xbox controller into your Mac's USB port and you should be good to go. Similar to most games you'll play on an Xbox, 360Controller gives you options to switch controls, invert options, and more.

Simply plug the controller into your Mac's USB port or pair it via Bluetooth and it's ready to customise. If you're wanting to use the controller via USB then there's nothing further you need to do.

On your Mac: Click on the Apple logo (in the top left corner of the screen), and select System Preferences from the drop-down menu. Now, click on Bluetooth. On the PS4 Controller: Press and hold the PlayStation button and Share button at the same time, to put the device in Discovery Mode.

You can indeed use an Xbox One controller with a Mac, but you'll need a wired connection via microUSB cable — you can't play wirelessly. You'll also need to install both the 360Controller driver. Once you do so, you can use your Xbox One controller, or an Xbox 360 controller.

You'll need a micro USB on one side, for your controller, and a USB or USB-C on the other side, for your Mac. The latter part depends on which ports or converters you have on your Mac. Once you have your cable, plug it into your controller, then into your Mac. Turn on your controller with the Xbox button.

Why is my controller not connecting to my laptop?

Sometimes, you won't see the controller on your list of available Bluetooth devices. One solution is to simply disable and enable Bluetooth connectivity again. Sometimes that's enough to solve the problem. If not, try removing the controller's batteries and ensure it's not connected via a USB cable.

Usually, if the firmware isn't updated, the computer will not recognize the controller at all. To solve this problem, plug in the controller into an Xbox One and update the controller's firmware through that Xbox One. Afterward, plug the controller into the PC and see if the issue is resolved.

If your controller doesn't pair using the buttons, try using a USB cable to pair it. Simply plug the cable into a USB port on your console and connect the other end to your controller, then hold the Xbox button on your controller for a few seconds. If this fails to solve the problem, you should restart your console.

First, plug the controller you want to use into your Mac. All three controllers (PS3, PS4, and PS5) use a different cable. Make sure you have the right one for your controller. Once plugged in, click the  icon in the top-left of your Mac screen and then click About This Mac.

Pair PS4 controller with Mac via Bluetooth

Open System Preferences > Bluetooth. Press the PS and Share buttons simultaneously on your controller until you see a light on your DualShock 4 start blinking to indicate that it's ready to pair. Look for the wireless controller in the list of Bluetooth devices on your Mac.

You can indeed use an Xbox One controller with a Mac, but you'll need a wired connection via microUSB cable — you can't play wirelessly. You'll also need to install both the 360Controller driver. Once you do so, you can use your Xbox One controller, or an Xbox 360 controller.

Open System Preferences (Apple menu > System Preferences). Click Bluetooth. Put the PS4 controller in Discovery Mode by holding down the PlayStation button and Share button at the same time. The light on the front of the controller will flash quickly, and Wireless Controller will appear in the Bluetooth window.