This article shows you two ways to connect several generations of Xbox controller to both consoles or Windows PCs. Instructions apply to Windows 10 and up and Xbox 360 consoles and later.

Lastly, it is possible to connect an Xbox controller to a PC via Bluetooth. The only caveats are that you need Windows 10 ...

How to connect your Xbox controller to an iOS device using Bluetooth For those with a newer Xbox controller, the built-in Bluetooth allows you to pair your controller to your iPhone and iPad.

Even if you don't own an Xbox, gaming on PCs or other Windows devices can be enhanced because they're mostly compatible with the core Xbox wireless controller.

We'll start with the easiest way to connect an Xbox controller to the PC and that's via a wired USB connection. Plug the USB cable into the computer. Plug the other end into the Xbox controller ...

In this, you need to restart your PC with the Xbox wired controller connected. If using a wireless connection, connect the controller immediately to Bluetooth as soon as the computer turns on.