Windows 11 PC Not Detecting Controller

shadowoff09 · Aug 10, 2024

I'm experiencing an issue where my Windows 11 PC isn't detecting my controller properly. Here’s what happens:

- When I press Windows + R and type joy.cpl, the controller is detected, and the inputs (like moving the sticks) are recognized correctly.
- However, when I use DS4Windows, it doesn't detect the controller at all.
- Additionally, the controller isn’t detected on gamepad tester websites like this one (Hardware Tester).
- The strange part is that when I connect the same controller to a different Windows 11 PC, everything works perfectly.

I'm not sure what’s causing this, so any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

PenPusher · Aug 10, 2024

You need to fill in your computer spec, and any other hardware you have including what joy stick? controller you have.

Winuser · Aug 10, 2024

@PenPusher is correct. We need to know as much as possible about your system and devices as you can supply. My first guess is a driver conflict.

fishingfool · Aug 10, 2024

I would suggest a visit to the site below. Drivers, faq's, requirements, troubleshooting all there.

DS4Windows Not Detecting Controller (Official Fix)

DS4Windows not detecting controller Here we will go through and focus on troubleshooting issues that can make DS4Windows not detect your REAL controller. If you are having issues connecting your controller via bluetooth use the DS4 BT troubleshooting guide. Possible reasons for DS4Windows not...

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