To put your PS4 controller in pairing mode, you will need to follow these steps:
1. Start by turning on your PS4 console and make sure it is in pairing mode as well. This is important because your console needs to be ready to establish a connection with the controller.
2. Locate the PS button and SHARE button on your wireless controller. The PS button is the large button in the center of the controller with the PlayStation logo, while the SHARE button is located on the left side of the touchpad.
3. Press and hold both the PS button and SHARE button at the same time. It’s important to hold them down together until the light bar on the back of the controller starts flashing. This indicates that the controller is now in pairing mode.
4. Once the light bar is flashing, you can release the buttons. The controller is now ready to be paired with your PS4 console.
5. On your PS4 console, go to the Settings menu and select “Devices” from the options.
6. Within the Devices menu, choose “Bluetooth Devices” to start the pairing process.
7. Your PS4 console will now search for available devices. Look for your wireless controller in the list of available devices and select it.
8. After selecting the controller, your PS4 console will initiate the pairing process. This may take a few seconds, but once the connection is established, the light bar on the back of the controller will stop flashing and remain a solid color.
9. At this point, your wireless controller should be successfully paired with your PS4 console via Bluetooth. You can now use it to navigate through the console’s menus, play games, and enjoy all the features of your PS4.
It’s worth noting that once you have successfully paired your controller with your PS4 console, it should automatically connect whenever you turn on your console. However, if you want to use the controller with a different PS4 console or device, you may need to repeat the pairing process.
I hope this guide has been helpful in putting your PS4 controller in pairing mode. If you have any further questions or encounter any issues, feel free to ask. Happy gaming!