Windows 10: Xbox One Controller Not Connecting to PC via Bluetooth or USB — Tried Everything I can think of

Xbox One Controller Not Connecting to Windows 11 – Need Help!I’m running into a frustrating issue with my Xbox One controller and need some help. My controller works perfectly fine on my Xbox, but I can’t get it to connect to my Windows 11 PC using either Bluetooth or USB.Here’s what I’ve tried and the problems I’m encountering:What I’ve Tried1. Bluetooth Pairing:The controller is Bluetooth compatible, but I’ve had no luck connecting it via Bluetooth. I’ve followed the standard steps of holding the pairing button and going to Bluetooth settings, but it never shows up on my PC or phone.The cont

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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

 

Windows 10 Apps not detecting Xbox one controller with usb wire

To further isolate your concern, we recommend the following steps below:

• Test the controller on a different device.
• Connect a different controller on your computer.
• Use a different USB cable.
• Connect the controller using a Bluetooth connection if your computer is Bluetooth capable. You can view the steps on this
  
  link.

Let us know the results.

 

Xbox Controller Won't Connect To My PC Via Bluetooth

Hello Reaves,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.



We understand that you are trying to connect your controller to PC via Bluetooth. There could be updates that need to be install or repair needs to be done.

Here are some troubleshooting steps you can try:



1. Make sure your PC has Bluetooth turned on and is discoverable.

2. Turn off your Xbox controller by pressing and holding the Xbox button for 6 seconds.

3. Press and hold the pairing button on your Xbox controller until the Xbox button starts flashing.

4. On your PC, go to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices > Add Bluetooth or other device > Bluetooth.

5. Select Xbox Wireless Controller from the list of available devices and click Pair.

6. If the pairing process fails, try resetting your Xbox controller by inserting a paperclip into the small hole on the back of the controller and holding it down for a few seconds.

7. Try to connect your controller to another device like console or mobile phone or other PC. See if you can connect your controller.



If none of these steps work, you may need to update your PC's Bluetooth drivers or try connecting your Xbox controller using a USB cable. I hope this helps!



Sincerely,



Microsoft Community Moderator