How do I pair an Xbox One controller?

Connect the controller wirelessly to Xbox One
  1. Turn on your Xbox One.
  2. Insert either AA batteries or rechargeable batteries from the Xbox One Play & Charge Kit into the controller. …
  3. Turn on your controller by pressing and holding the Xbox button . …
  4. Press and release the Pair button  on the Xbox.

Why is my controller not connecting to my Xbox?

Many controller issues can be resolved by putting the controller through a complete power cycle. To power cycle your controller: Press and hold the Xbox button  for 5-10 seconds, until the controller turns off. Wait a few seconds, then press and hold the Xbox button  again to turn the controller back on.

Why is my Xbox One controller flashing and not connecting?

3. If Your Xbox One Controller Is Blinking. If you press the Xbox button on your controller and it blinks or flashes, this usually indicates that your controller isn’t paired to a console. As mentioned above, this can happen when you pair the controller to another system.

How do I connect my Xbox controller without the sync button?

Where is the sync button on Xbox controller?

The new Xbox Wireless Controller has a sync button on the front, just like the old one. You can still use it to pair a new controller with an existing console by holding it down for a long press. Same goes if you’d like to pair the controller with a Windows 10 PC or an Android device.

Why is my controller blinking?

The DualShock controller light doesn’t usually flash white. There are two main reasons you might see the flashing white light on your DualShock controller: either the battery is dying, or the controller failed to connect to your PlayStation console. Both these things are fixable.