Ps4 Controller Check

Press the PS button on the controller, and then select a user.

  • The first time you use a controller, you'll need to pair it with your PS4™ system.
  • Up to four controllers can be used at the same time. When you press the PS button, the light bar will glow in a uniquely assigned color. The color that is assigned depends on the order in which each user presses the PS button. The first controller to connect is blue, the second is red, the third is green, and the fourth is pink.

Pairing a device

The first time you use a controller or when you want to use the controller on another PS4™ system, you'll need to pair it with the system. Connect the controller to your system with a USB cable while the system is on.

Check for Bluetooth signal interference. Your PS4 wireless controller uses Bluetooth to communicate with your PS4 console. If you want to use it to play a Steam game, you need a wireless USB. Each controller has a unique bar coded number on the back of the controller. If you're asking to try and pull a switcheroo return at one of the larger retailers, they check your receipt and match the number. So the serial # is on the box? That's really the only way the receipt would have the serial number.

When you want to use two or more controllers, you must pair each controller separately.

Charging

The controller battery charges when you connect the controller to your PS4™ system with a USB cable. The system must be turned on or in rest mode. The charge level of the battery appears on-screen when you press and hold the PS button.
While the system is in rest mode, the light bar slowly blinks orange. When charging is complete, the light bar turns off.

  • It takes approximately 2 hours to charge the controller when the battery has no remaining charge.
  • Charge the controller when the temperature is between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). You might not be able to efficiently charge the controller at other temperatures.
  • You'll need to completely charge the controller at least once a year to keep it functioning properly.
  • Battery life varies depending on how you use the controller and the environment in which the controller is used and stored.
  • To charge while the system is in rest mode, select an option other than [Off] in (Settings) > [Power Save Settings] > [Set Features Available in Rest Mode] > [Supply Power to USB Ports].

Basic button operations

PS buttonTurn on your PS4™ system (when the PS4™ system is either off or in rest mode).
Display the home screen (when the PS4™ system is turned on).
PS button (double-press)Switch between applications in use.
PS button (long press)Display the quick menu, with currently available commands and settings.
Directional buttons/Left stickSelect an item.
buttonConfirm the selected item.
buttonCancel a command.
SHARE buttonDisplay the menu for the Share feature.
For details, see 'About sharing'.
OPTIONS buttonDisplay the options menu with currently available commands.

Basic touch pad gestures

You can use the touch pad and the touch pad button for various system functions. Available functions depend on the content in use.

TapBriefly touch the touch pad.
Double tapTap twice in rapid succession.
DragDrag your finger while touching the touch pad, and then lift your finger.
FlickTouch the touch pad, and then sharply and quickly move your finger off the touch pad.
Touch and holdTouch and do not lift your finger.
Pinch in and pinch outPlace two fingers on the touch pad and move them closer together or further apart.
ClickPress the touch pad button.
Double-clickPress the touch pad button twice in rapid succession.

Changing settings

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To change speaker volume and other controller settings, select (Settings) from the function screen, and then select [Devices] > [Controllers].

  • Depending on the game or application, you might hear audio sound effects from the controller's speaker.
  • You can also adjust the speaker volume and related settings by selecting [Sound/Devices] on the quick menu.

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Why do ps4 controllers die so fast?

One of the biggest reasons the battery drains so quickly is that the PS4 controller doesn't turn off while the console's running. Instead set it to 10 minutes to save as much battery life as possible. Other options are to turn off after 30 or 60 minutes.

How long do ps4 controllers last?

A PS4 controller officially lasts for 4 to 8 hours. It has an official charge time of 2 hours. However you can get more battery life and quicker charge times if you utilize smart usb chargers or those special wall outlets that come with usb chargers.

Do ps4 controller batteries die?

On your PS4 go to Settings > Power Saving Settings > Turn Off DualShock 4 Automatically – this is automatically set to off, which means that your PS4 controller stays on until the battery dies. Instead set it to 10 minutes to save as much battery life as possible. Other options are to turn off after 30 or 60 minutes.

Why is my ps4 controller flashing blue?

If you see a blinking blue light on the PS4 controller, it means that the controller is trying to pair itself with the console.

Why is my ps4 controller yellow?

A Yellow Light bar on the controller when the PS4 is on standby…and plugged in means that it's charging. Or if the controller is plugged in but switched off. It will pulse a yellow light when charging. It will stop pulsing when it's fully charged or loses power.

How do you reset your ps4 controller?

Plug the controller in the charging cable using the ps4 usb port. If it doesn't charge, hold down the power button on the PS4 until it turns off, then turn it back on, it should start charging.

Why is my ps4 controller flashing white?

The PS4 controller flashing white issue is generally caused by two reasons. One is because of the low battery, and that means that you need to charge your PS4 controller to make it back on track. The other reason is that your controller is trying to connect to your PlayStation 4, but failed due to unknown factor(s).

Why is my ps4 controller glitching?

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Restart the PS4 with a full power down, not just Rest Mode. Reset the DualShock 4 by pressing the small, recessed reset button on the back near the L2 shoulder button with a paper clip or similar item. You will need to re-pair the controller with your PS4 by connecting it with a USB cable.

Can I use ps4 controller while charging?

If you plug in a controller to a powered-on PS4, the controller will automatically turn on. No way around it. The controller will still charge, however. Alternatively, the controller will not turn on if you're plugging it in to a console that's in sleep mode.

How do I turn on my ps4 without a controller?

You can turn off your PS4 without a controller by using the power button on the front of the console. You can put the PS4 in rest mode by pressing the power button on the front of the PS4 until it beeps once.

Why is my ps4 controller red?

If you see yellow and there's no other players, then it means it's battery is low. If your controller is red and meets the condition of not being able to connect to your PS4, you are experiencing a USB issue where the back port doesn't work anymore.

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Why is my ps4 controller blinking orange?

The controller battery charges when you connect the controller to your PS4™ system with a USB cable. The charge level of the battery appears on-screen when you press and hold the PS button. While the system is in rest mode, the light bar slowly blinks orange. When charging is complete, the light bar turns off.

How much is a ps4 controller charger?

Ps4 Controller Check Battery Pc

Like the charging cable, a bad charging port on your PS4 controller could also prevent your controller from charging. Follow to check if there's something wrong with your charging port: Charge your another controller if you have one with the same charging USB cable.

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Why is my PlayStation 4 controller not working?

There may be corruption issues on your PS4 console that disconnect your controller. You can try restarting your PS4 console completely to see if this can fix the issue: 1) Press the power button on your PS4 console and hold it until you hear the second beep. Then release the button.

Ps4 Controller Check Battery

How do I charge my PlayStation 4 controller?

Ps4 Controller Check Pc

The controller battery charges when you connect the controller to your PS4™ system with a USB cable. The system must be turned on or in rest mode. The charge level of the battery appears on-screen when you press and hold the PS button. While the system is in rest mode, the light bar slowly blinks orange.

How do you check battery life on ps4 controller?

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The charge level of the battery appears on-screen when you press and hold the PS button. While the system is in rest mode, the light bar slowly blinks orange. When charging is complete, the light bar turns off. It takes approximately 2 hours to charge the controller when the battery has no remaining charge.