Troubleshooting Guide

Having issues with DS4Windows? Check out our common problems and solutions below.

Controller Not Detected

If your controller is not being detected, try these steps:

  • Ensure the controller is properly connected via USB or Bluetooth
  • Restart DS4Windows
  • Try a different USB port or re-pair your Bluetooth connection

Input Lag or Disconnects

If you are experiencing input lag or frequent disconnects:

  • Update to the latest version of DS4Windows
  • Check for interference if using Bluetooth
  • Try adjusting the controllers polling rate in settings

Games Not Recognizing Controller

If games are not recognizing your controller:

  • Ensure Hide DS4 Controller is checked in DS4Windows settings
  • Try running DS4Windows as administrator
  • Check if the game has native DS4 support and disable DS4Windows if necessary

Still Need Help?

If you are still experiencing issues, check out our detailed documentation or reach out to our community for support.