Windows 10: Reconnect paired devices to Laptop

I have a problem regarding windows and the reconnecting of paired devices. I have three Bluetooth devices, an Xbox One S controller, an 8bitdo SN30+ controller, and a pair Galaxy Buds +. I have all three connected to my PC. I also have all three paired with my Android phone and tablet. If I were to put each device in pair mode (in the Buds case, open the case) and go on to my phone's Bluetooth menu and tap on the names of these devices, they would all connect successfully. Now if I were to put them back into pair mode and tap the names on my tablet's Bluetooth menu and tap on their names, they would all connect successfully. Nooowww, If I were to repeat this process and go to my Laptop's Bluetooth menu, the only device with a "connect" button are the Galaxy Buds. A similar thing happens in the Connect panel (I know it says, "Display and audio", but still). Because of this, I cannot easily reconnect the controllers. I would have to remove them and then connected them again.

Setting Screenshot



Connect Screenshot

Why is this the case? And how do I reconnect my Bluetooth controllers without having to remove and connect them again? I couldn't find any solutions on the Internet.

I know the problem isn't any of the following:

• Outdated Drivers and or Software
• Problems with any of the devices in question
• Incompatibility

To me, this seems like an oversite on Microsoft's end.

If needed: Lenovo C940 15, Windows 21H2

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