![]() If you double-tap the sync button to revert to Xbox mode while the console is off, the console will automatically start. Plug a cable into your Xbox controller and PC. The controller should turn on, search for the last known device, and connect to it-all without turning on your Xbox. Xbox Series X, Xbox Elite Series 2 and Xbox Adaptive controllers require a USB-C cable, whereas the older Xbox One pad uses a Micro-USB cable. Now, irrespective of the version of Windows OS you are using, many PC games allow you to play games via Xbox Controller with an available USB port. You can do this by holding the sync button for around two seconds. But what if you want to use the controller with another device without turning on your console first? ![]() ![]() When you press and hold the Xbox button on your controller, your console will turn on automatically. RELATED: How to Turn off an Xbox Controller When Paired Using Bluetooth Connecting to Xbox or Another Device at Startup The most straightforward way to connect your Xbox controller and PC is with a micro-USB cable (for Xbox One controllers) or a USB-C cable (for Series XS. You'll need to choose Xbox Wireless Controller or Xbox Elite Wireless Controller, then hit Done. While the controllers light is pulsating, go to your computer and click on Start > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth. ![]() Select Add Bluetooth or other device > Bluetooth, and your PC will start searching for your Xbox controller. You can only pair the controller with one Xbox and one other device at a time. On your PC, access Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices, then turn on Bluetooth. Press the Windows key and type 'Bluetooth' until search brings up the 'Bluetooth & other devices' settings menu. Next, click the Apple icon on your Mac and select System Preferences. This allows you to pair the Xbox controller with another device. With a bit of practice, you’ll be able to gauge for how long you need to hold the button to recall a device. How to connect the Xbox Series controller via Bluetooth 1. Hold down the Xbox button until it lights up, then hold down the pairing button until the Xbox button flashes. Be aware that if you hold the sync button for too long, the controller will enter pairing mode (and flash indefinitely).
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