There are a few different ways you can connect your PS4 controller to your PC. We cover each way and the advantages of each. Here's how to do it.

Your PC should detect a device named Wireless Controller. Select it to initiate pairing. Once pairing is successful, the light bar on your controller will change to a solid color.

If you're hoping to make use of features like the touchpad which are only available on the PS5 DualSense with your PC then here's how.

I connected the PS5 controller 'DualSense' to my PC and played 'Celeste'-YouTube Steam also supports DualSense button customization.

Your PS5 controller is more flexible than you might think. We'll show you how to use your DualSense controller with every device.

Even though Sony's DualShock 4 controller was tailored to work best with the PS4 console, the controller can also be used with your PC; it just takes a few steps to do so.