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There are many reasons why your PS4 controller won't connect to your PlayStation 4 console including a bad battery or Bluetooth interference. This wikiHow article will show you some steps you can take to troubleshoot why your PS4 controller won't connect to the console.
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Tech ExpertThe PS5 controller and PS4 console are not compatible. You can use a Bluetooth adapter, but some functions of the controller might not work when using it.
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- ↑ https://manuals.playstation.net/document/en/ps4/basic/usecontroller.html
- ↑ https://www.playstation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps4-dualshock-4-wireless-troubleshooting/
- ↑ https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/how-to-sync-ps4-controller/
- ↑ https://www.playstation.com/en-us/support/hardware/troubleshoot-dualshock-4/
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1. Connect the controller to your console with a USB cable.
2. Charge the battery.
3. Sync your controller.
4. Disconnect your controller from other devices.
5. Remove sources of Bluetooth interference.
6. Reset your controller.