Windows 10: Windows start menu and settings freak out when I try to connect my controller via Bluetooth

So this is probably the strangest issue I have ever seen on Windows 10. Any time I try to Connect my PS4 controller to Windows 10 via Bluetooth, the start menu and settings do start, what I can only describe as, "freaking out". The settings menus start glitching out and seemingly behaving on their own, switching between random menus and spazzing out, the start menu and search bar close immediately after I open them, until eventually Bluetooth just turns itself off. I have no idea what could be causing this, since it's completely fine when I try to connect my Bluetooth earbuds. Does anyone have any idea what may be causing this and how I can fix it?

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Can’t connect Xbox one controller to pc

Hello SubieTY,

Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

Initially, we need to pair the device to show up in the list while connected through Bluetooth. Check with the below mentioned steps and see if it works.

• I would suggest you to check with the troubleshooting steps mentioned in the article on -
  
  Connect and troubleshoot Bluetooth on your Xbox One Wireless Controller.
  
  
  
  
• You may also follow the steps from the below article to connect a controller to a Windows 10 PC -
  
  How to connect an Xbox One Wireless Controller to a Windows PC.
  

Hope it helps.

Mala S

Microsoft Community - Moderator

 

My WMR Controllers not even appearing within the Bluetooth connect menu.

Hi,



Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

1. What is the version of Windows 10 you are using? You can refer this article to
   Check for operating system information in Windows 10.
2. May I know the make and model of your PC?
3. Are you aware of any changes made on the computer prior to this issue?
4. Ask for the make and model of the mixed reality device.

Try powering the console off and remove all the cables including the power cable, also remove any wired controllers or other devices that may be connected to the usb ports, press the power button on the console several times, reconnect the cables and
give it another try.





Method 1: Check with motion controllers in Windows Mixed Reality.

1. Open Settings, and click the Devices icon.
2. Click on Bluetooth & other devices on the left side, and
   turn on Bluetooth.
3. Insert 2 AA batteries into the motion controller. Don’t put the battery cover back on yet, though.
4. Back in Settings on your PC, click on
   Add Bluetooth or other device.
5. Click/tap on Bluetooth.
6. Press and hold the Windows button on the motion controller for 2 seconds to turn it on. It will buzz when it turns on.
7. Press and hold the Bluetooth pairing button on the motion controller until the controller lights start flashing, and release the Bluetooth pairing button.
8. When the motion controller appears in "Add a device" on the PC, click/tap on it to pair and connect.
9. Click on Done when the motion controller is ready to go.
10. You will now see the motion controller appear in the Bluetooth settings under
    the Mouse, keyboard, & pen category as Connected.
11. Reattach the battery cover on the motion controller.
12. Repeat the same steps for the second monitor controller

I also suggest you to refer this article on
Troubleshooting Windows Mixed Reality, and check if that helps.



Please reply for all the required information to help you further.

Regards,

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Unable to connect ps4 controller via bluetooth, only shows up as "input"

Hi Freddy,

The issue may occur due to configuration setting. In order for us to assist you, please answer the questions below:

• Were there any changes prior to the issue?
• Have you tried contacting the manufacturer if there was a built in Bluetooth controller to connect your device?

To isolate the issue, we suggest to check this article:
Fix Bluetooth problems in Windows 10: FAQ. It contains troubleshooting steps if you are having issue with Bluetooth.

We look forward to your response.