Connect & Pair

Connect your controller on any device

Which controller, connected to which platform? Pick a pad below, then pick your PC, Mac, or Steam Deck. Every guide ends with a verification test so you know it actually worked.

Controller PC (Windows)macOSSteam Deck

PS5 DualSense Potentiometer sticks Pair PC (Windows) →Pair macOS →Pair Steam Deck →

PS4 DualShock 4 Potentiometer sticks Pair PC (Windows) →Pair macOS →Pair Steam Deck →

Xbox Wireless Controller XInput / Bluetooth Pair PC (Windows) →Pair macOS →Pair Steam Deck →

Nintendo Switch Pro Controller HID / Bluetooth Pair PC (Windows) →Pair macOS →Pair Steam Deck →

Already connected? Test the pad

A controller that connects isn't automatically healthy. Run the 2-minute diagnostic after pairing to confirm sticks, buttons, and triggers.

Run Full Diagnostic Polling Rate Check