All three Xbox One models feature wireless controllers that can also be plugged in via USB. While there are two different main Xbox One controller designs, in addition to an Elite version, they're all compatible with all three types of Xbox One consoles. You can also sync a wireless Xbox One controller to a PC, but the best way to do it will depend on the version of Windows you have installed.
The basic steps involved in syncing an Xbox One controller are:
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Turn on your Xbox One.
Turn on your controller.
Press the connect button on your Xbox.
Press and hold the connect button on your Xbox One controller.
Release the connect button on the controller when the Xbox button on the controller stops flashing.
Turn On Your Xbox One
Turn your Xbox One on by pressing the Xbox button on the front. The button is located on the right side of the front of the console regardless of whether you have an Xbox One, Xbox One S or Xbox One X.
When the console has turned on, the button will illuminate. You can let go of the button and go to the next step.
Turn on Your Xbox One Controller
Turn on your Xbox One controller by pressing on the Xbox button, which is located on the front of the controller, in the center, near the top. The button will illuminate when the controller is on.
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If the button doesn't illuminate, make sure that you have batteries in the controller. If you don't have batteries, then proceed to step six for information about connecting an Xbox One controller via USB.
Press the Connect Button on Your Xbox One
The connect button is what tells your Xbox One that you are trying to connect a controller. The specific location and appearance will depend on the type of Xbox One that you have.
Xbox One: The connect button is located around the corner from the slot where you insert games.
Xbox One S: The connect button is located on the front of the console, on the right side, below the power button.
Xbox One X: The connect button is located on the front of the console, on the right side, right next to the USB port.
Once you have located the connect button, press and release it.
Make sure you have your Xbox One controller handy. After pressing the connect button on the Xbox One, you need to immediately proceed to the next step and complete it within 20 seconds.
Press the Connect Button on Your Xbox One Controller
The connect button on your Xbox One controller lets the Xbox One know that it is ready to connect. It is located on the top of the controller, on the same side as the triggers and USB port.
Once you have located the connect button on your controller, press and hold it. The Xbox button on your controller will flash, which means it's looking for a console to connect to.
If your Xbox One controller successfully connects to your console, the Xbox button will stop flashing and remain lit. You can let go of the connect button and then go back to step three and repeat the process for any additional controllers that you want to connect.
You must press the connect button on the Xbox One controller within 20 seconds of pressing the connect button on the Xbox One console. If you don't, you will have to start the process over again.
How to Sync an Xbox One Controller to a PC
The Xbox One controller is also a great way to play games on a PC. If you want to connect an Xbox One controller to your computer, the process will depend on how old the controller is.
Older Xbox One controllers require a special USB dongle. You can buy the dongle separately, and it also comes packaged with some Xbox One controllers.
To connect one of these controllers:
Insert the USB dongle into a USB port on your computer.
Turn on your Xbox One controller by pressing the Xbox button.
Press and release the connect button on the dongle.
Press and hold the connect button on your controller, and release it when the Xbox button stops flashing.
Newer Xbox One controllers can connect to a PC using the dongle or Bluetooth. To connect an Xbox One controller to your PC using Bluetooth:
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Turn on your Xbox One controller by pushing the Xbox button.
Press the connect button on your controller for three seconds and then release it.
On your computer, click Start > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices.
Make sure that your computer has Bluetooth enabled.
Click Xbox Wireless Controller > Pair.
How to Connect an Xbox One Controller Via USB
You can also connect your Xbox One controller to an Xbox One console or a PC via USB, and it's an extremely easy two step process:
Connect a micro USB cable to the port on the top of your controller. The port is next to the connect button.
Plug the other end of the USB cable into your Xbox One or PC.
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So, what if you game on a PC and crave something other than a mouse and keyboard? Or want to try SteamOS? We’ve got some good news: The Xbox One controller supports Windows PC and setting it up only takes a few minutes. Microsoft’s official drivers allow any Xbox One controller to work with PC games that have controller support.
How to connect an Xbox One controller to PC
To help you play all of your favorite PC games with your favorite Xbox One controller, we’ve put together this simple step-by-step walkthrough. Before we begin, you should know that there are three ways to do this: USB, wireless, or Bluetooth. You should also make sure your controller is updated with the latest Firmware.
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Connect your Xbox One controller using USB
Step 1: Use a micro USB cable to connect your Xbox One controller to your PC. If you have a wireless controller, simply use your charging cable. If you have a wired controller, well, you can just plug it in like you would with your console.
Operating system specific limitations
Windows 10: You can have eight controllers connected at once. With chat headsets connected, that number decreases to four and with stereo headsets, it drops to two.
Windows 7/8: You can only connect four controllers at once. No headset support.
Connect your Xbox One controller wirelessly
Step 1: Purchase the Xbox Wireless Adapter ($25).
Step 2: Connect Xbox Wireless Adapter to an open USB port on your PC. Complete the setup process for the adapter as outlined here.
Step 3: Press the Guide button (Xbox logo) on your controller to turn it on.
Step 4: Press the sync button on top of the controller until the Xbox logo begins flashing (it’s the small button just right of LB).
Step 5: Press the small sync button on the adapter. Once the Xbox logo on the controller stops flashing and turns solid, you’re good to go.
Connect your Xbox One controller using Bluetooth
Some Xbox One controllers support Bluetooth for wireless connection. To tell if your controller does, look at the plastic around the Xbox logo. Is it part of the face of the controller? If so, it has Bluetooth. But if the plastic surrounding the logo matches and leads into the triggers/bumpers, it doesn’t support Bluetooth. Bluetooth compatible Xbox One controllers came bundled with the Xbox One S and have been sold ever since. So if you purchased a new controller after August 2016, there’s a good chance it has Bluetooth. Look at the images below as an example.
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Step 1: Navigate to Settings on your PC and click Devices.
Step 2: Click the Bluetooth settings option to make sure your Bluetooth is turned on. Stay in this menu.
Step 3: Press the Guide button and then the sync button on your controller. The logo should start blinking.
Step 4: On your PC, choose “Add Bluetooth or other device,” and click Bluetooth. This tells your PC to look for your controller.
Step 5: Once it shows up, choose Xbox Wireless Controller to finish the pairing process.