If you're wondering how to connect your PS4 or Xbox One controller to your Mac or how to connect the DualShock 4 controller via Bluetooth to your Apple computer, you're in the right place. If you keep reading you can enjoy more video games on your Mac.
Everyone who loves a Mac game on a Mac should consider connecting the Sony DualShock 4 or the Microsoft Xbox One controller to their Mac. Connecting the PS4 controller is a very simple task, whether via Bluetooth or USB cable and well worth it.
Connecting the Xbox One controller to your Mac is something that will take a long time, but that's not easy. Here are all the possible ways to connect the PS4 controller or Xbox One to a Mac.
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3 Ways to Connect Your DualShock 4 to Your Mac
Although there is no compatibility connect and play For Mac controller Sony DualShok 4, there are still options to connect PS4 controller to your Mac and enjoy some of your favorite macOS games.
Option 1. The official wireless adapter
Sony has introduced a wireless USB adapter that will allow wireless communication between PCs and Macs. This adapter is capable purchased from Amazon for € 53.75.
Option 2. Micro-USB
The easiest way to connect the PS4 controller to a Mac is to use a micro USB cable. To do this, follow the steps below:
- Connect the Micro-USB cable to the PS4 controller on your Mac.
- Press the center button gamepad turn it on
- On your Mac, select & # 39; Apple> About this Mac & # 39;
- Click on the & # 39; System Report & # 39;
- Select & # 39; USB & # 39 ;, in the left menu
- Locate and select the control option without USB USB
The option is called & # 39; wireless & # 39; even though it has a cord. If you see an active option it means that your PS4 controller is connected to your Mac. Now it will work with any compatible game.
It should be noted that Steam offers full compatibility with the DualShock 4 control on Mac and PC, meaning that you won't have to change any other command configuration when playing Steam game with controls.
Option 3. Bluetooth
Connecting your PS4 controller to a Mac via Bluetooth is one of the most practical and comfortable solutions as it allows you to play wirelessly in the middle (and without having to buy an official adapter).
However, setting up a Bluetooth connection from your Mac to the PS4 controller requires a little effort, but it's not an overly complicated task.
- Open & # 39; System Preferences & # 39; (Apple menu> system preferences)
- Click on & # 39; Bluetooth & # 39;
- Insert the PS4 controller into touch detection mode by pressing the & # 39; PlayStation & # 39; with the & # 39; Share & # 39; at the same time
- The remote control light will flash instantly, and the wireless control option will appear in the & # 39; Bluetooth & # 39; window. Click on the & # 39; match & # 39;
The device will appear connected. You can use PlayStation controller for Mac wirelessly.
How to connect the Xbox One controller with the Mac
The Xbox One control design is built in a different way, so connecting it to your Mac is much more complicated than in the case of the PS4 controller. In this case, Bluetooth communication is not possible. However, there are options:
- Install GitHub and download the latest version of 360Controller (compatible with Xbox One and Xbox 360 controllers)
- Open the downloaded .DMG file and start installing 360Controller.
- Follow the instructions on the screen to install the 360Controller. It's fair to say that to finish the installation you will need to restart the Mac, so be sure to close and / or save any files open before installing the installation.
- Once Mac has restarted, go to & # 39; Special Preference & # 39; and select the Xbox 360 controls (a new icon should appear in the list).
- Connect your Xbox One controller and adjust the button assignment as you wish.
Once you have changed your activity settings, save your preferences and close the & # 39; Special Preference window & # 39; You only need to start the video game you want to play on your Mac and … Enjoy!
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