Skip to content

How To Blog

  • Install .NET Framework 3.5, 3.0, 2.0 on Windows 8/10 How-To
  • What Is A Virtual Tour And How Do You Make One? technology
  • Top 10 gifts for book lovers Gadgets
  • How To Recover a Hacked Facebook Account How-To
  • How to scan a QR code on iPhone and Android How-To
  • How To Install & Run Linux Apps On a Chromebook Linux Tips
  • S2M Explains : How Do Face ID & Fingerprint Scan Work? Are They Secure? General Software
  • How to Restore Windows to Factory Settings Computer Tips

How to Use the PS4 Controller Touchpad on PC with DS4Windows?

Posted on October 18, 2020 By blog_786 No Comments on How to Use the PS4 Controller Touchpad on PC with DS4Windows?

How to Use the PS4 Controller Touchpad on PC with DS4Windows?.

I play Windows games to relax, and after a long day at the computer, keyboard and mouse games just don’t work for me. Instead, I want to use the DualShock4 with games from my Steam library, but the DS4 doesn’t work natively. A quick workaround that allows us to use the DualShock4 touchpad on Windows makes a lot of sense. Let’s take a look at how to use the DS4 controller touchpad in Windows.

The touchpad gestures in PS4 games have never caught up and I hardly ever use them, if ever. However, it makes sense to use it with Windows, as I could easily switch between gaming and navigation on Windows. Jays2Kings has developed a DS4Windows utility to remap controller keys for Windows, but I just want to use the touchpad to control the cursor.

Pair your PS4 controller with Windows

First, we will pair and connect the DS4 controller to the Windows computer. Go to Settings by clicking the Settings button in the lower left corner of the Start menu.

Also read: How to Connect and Connect PS4 Controller to Android TV?

How to Use the PS4 Controller Touchpad on PC with DS4Windows?

Click “Devices” to open the device settings, here we can manage all devices and add a DS4 controller via Bluetooth.

How to Use the PS4 Controller Touchpad on PC with DS4Windows?

Press the + button to add a Bluetooth device, your computer will start searching for Bluetooth devices ready to pair. Now is the time to put your DS4 controller into pairing mode. Press and hold the PS + SHARE button at the same time. When the indicator on the controller starts flashing white, it means the controller is in pairing mode.

How to Use the PS4 Controller Touchpad on PC with DS4Windows?

Read: How to Connect AirPods to PS4 (or Any Bluetooth Headphones)

It will appear in the list on your computer. Click “Wireless Controller” to start the pairing process.

How to Use the PS4 Controller Touchpad on PC with DS4Windows?

The light on your controller turns solid and stops pulsing or blinking. This means your controller is paired and you can use it with supported apps, but if you try to use the touchpad it won’t do anything.

How to Use the PS4 Controller Touchpad on PC with DS4Windows?

Must Read: How To Play PS4 On Laptop Without Remote Play

Install DS4Windows

Then we will download the DS4Windows utility to the computer. Start by downloading the program from the Github page by following this link.

How to Use the PS4 Controller Touchpad on PC with DS4Windows?

Install the utility on your computer. The setup is pretty simple and shouldn’t take more than a few minutes. After that, just start DS4Windows and you should see controller information on the screen.

To add touchpad support, we will edit the DS4 controller profile, click the edit button to open the profile options.

How to Use the PS4 Controller Touchpad on PC with DS4Windows?

Check the “Use as mouse” option under the DS4 controller image. You can now control the cursor on your Windows computer using the DS4 touchpad. Easy, right? Just save your settings by clicking the “Save” button at the top.

You can control the mouse cursor by swiping across the touchpad with one finger. Right-clicking can be simulated by pressing the touchpad with two fingers. The cursor moves pretty quickly through the default settings, but you can adjust the sensitivity of the cursor movement by adjusting the slide parameter.

How to Use the PS4 Controller Touchpad on PC with DS4Windows?

DS4Windows can customize everything on the controller, from the color of the LED to the intensity of the rumble. You can even remap PS4 keys to execute macros. If you would like to further customize the controller keys, simply click the desired DS4 key in the DS4Window application. It will show you all the keys and buttons that can be mapped to it.

How to Use the PS4 Controller Touchpad on PC with DS4Windows?

For example, I wanted the SHARE key on the DS4 to simulate a Windows button press. I can just select this from the list of options and DS4 will simulate the Windows key every time I press the SHARE button. Carefully.

How to Use the PS4 Controller Touchpad on PC with DS4Windows?

That’s all you need to do to use the DS4 touchpad in Windows. DS4Windows is a powerful utility designed for gamers who want to maximize the functionality of DS4, but it serves my purpose well. If you also want to use the touchpad to control the cursor in Windows, this is the easiest way. What do you think? Does it make sense to use a DS4 controller to navigate my computer? Let me know in the comments or start a conversation with me on Twitter.

Check out the best DS4Windows alternatives for Windows

How-To Tags:How to Use the PS4 Controller Touchpad on PC with DS4Windows?, Install DSWindows, Pair your PS controller with Windows

Post navigation

Previous Post: How to Transfer Playlist from Spotify to Apple Music? (or any other Music Service)
Next Post: How to Disable annoying “headphone Jack Plugged In” Popup on any ASUS Laptop

Related Posts

  • 10 Things to Check Before Publishing a YouTube Video
  • Here’s How You Can Change Instagram App Icon How-To
  • How to Connect USB Mic to Smartphone for Video Recording How-To
  • How to Play Steam Games on Android Phone How-To
  • Perform a Clean Boot in Windows 7/8/10 How-To
  • How to Create Desktop Shortcuts for Stadia Games on Windows How-To

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Archives

  • May 2023
  • April 2023
  • November 2022
  • September 2022
  • August 2022
  • July 2022
  • June 2022
  • May 2022
  • April 2022
  • March 2022
  • February 2022
  • January 2022
  • December 2021
  • November 2021
  • October 2021
  • September 2021
  • August 2021
  • July 2021
  • March 2021
  • December 2020
  • November 2020
  • October 2020
  • September 2020
  • August 2020
  • July 2020
  • June 2020
  • May 2020
  • April 2020
  • March 2020
  • December 2019
  • July 2019
  • May 2019
  • April 2019
  • January 2019
  • December 2018
  • November 2018
  • October 2018
  • September 2018
  • August 2018

Categories

  • Amazon Web Services
  • Apple Watch
  • Computer Tips
  • Cool Websites
  • Free Software Downloads
  • Gadgets
  • Gaming
  • General Software
  • Google Software/Tips
  • Hardware
  • Help Desk
  • How-To
  • iOS
  • iPad
  • iPhone
  • Linux
  • Linux Tips
  • macOS
  • MS Office Tips
  • Networking
  • Office Tips
  • OS X
  • Product Reviews
  • Reviews
  • Safari
  • Smart Home
  • Smartphones
  • Software Reviews
  • technology
  • text
  • Tools Review
  • Troubleshooting
  • Tutorials
  • Uncategorized
  • Urdu Books PDF
  • Web Site Tips
  • Windows
  • Windows 10
  • Windows 7
  • Wordpress

Recent Posts

  • How to transfer Steam game to another drive
  • How to fix google backup and sync not signed
  • Top Best Guitar Apps for Android 2021
  • 5 Best Professional Photo Recovery Software for Android 2021
  • how to crosspost on reddit 2021

Recent Comments

  1. How to Minimize a Windows Program to the System Tray 2023 - How To Blog on How to Fix System Tray or Icons Missing in Windows 10
  2. How can I unlock my Macbook using Apple Watch - How To Blog on How to Install Chrome OS on Macbook or iMac
  3. 4k hdmi switch with optical out - How To Blog on Is A Gaming PC Really More Expensive Than A Console?
  4. online video maker with music and pictures 2023 - How To Blog on 6 Video Editing Tips For Beginners
  5. 5 New Ways to Clean Electronics Safely - How To Blog on How to Clean Your Computer Properly, Inside and Out
  • Unknown Accessory Detected Near You on iPhone Hardware
  • How to Transfer Files from Android Storage to an Internal SD Card Smartphones
  • 5 YouTube Channels Every Serious Tech Fan Should Subscribe To Reviews
  • What Political Ideology Are You? 7 Websites to Test Yourself How-To
  • How To Create a Group Email In Gmail and Other Hidden Features How-To
  • How to Download Instagram Reels on all Platforms How-To
  • How to Create A Restore Point in Windows 10 Windows 10
  • Reset Forgotten Passwords in SBI Online Banking How-To

Copyright © 2023 How To Blog.

Powered by PressBook News WordPress theme

Go to mobile version