How to connect Xbox One X controller with PC

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Consoles like the Xbox One X*have the possibility of connecting a keyboard and mouse to them. And in case Microsoft Xbox One X users were thinking if their controllers can be connected to the PC to play a game they may have on their PC, then the answer is yes. In fact, there are quite a few methods to connect the Xbox One X controller to a PC using Windows 10. These methods include using a cable, using a USB adapter or the in-built Bluetooth of the controller. And we will be talking about all three of these methods and what they would require.

Using a USB cable

Of the three methods of connecting the Xbox One X controller to a PC, this is the simplest, though it involves using the USB charging cable and restricts movement for the user. This method is as simple as just Plug-and-Play and should not present any issues at all for the user.

Using*Xbox Wireless or a wireless adapter

This method requires the PC to either have the Xbox Wireless function or the user to have an Xbox Wireless Adapter which can be bought from a store. The steps are as follows.

– On the PC, go to Settings > Devices
– Choose Add Bluetooth or other device
– Select Everything else
– Select Xbox Wireless Controller
– Click Done


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Using Bluetooth

Not all Xbox One controllers have the option of Bluetooth, but the ones that do, come with a different shade of plastic that does not cover the round Xbox ****on and extends to the front panel and the triggers. The PC will need to have the Bluetooth functionality and run*Windows 10 Anniversary Update. Here are the steps to connect the controller using Bluetooth.

– Turn on your Xbox Wireless Controller by pressing the Xbox ****on.
– Press the controller Connect ****on for three seconds and release.
– On your PC, select Start, then Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices.
– Turn on Bluetooth so your PC can discover Bluetooth devices.
– Select Xbox Wireless Controller > Pair.



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