You can connect your PlayStation 4 to a PC to play games, stream videos or check your PlayStation Store account. There are several ways to do it, including wirelessly with a Bluetooth connection, using a USB cable or by connecting the controller directly to your PC.

How to Connect Your PS4 to a Monitor

The best way to connect your PlayStation 4 to a monitor is to use the HDMI port, which is available on both consoles. This port will allow you to view video and audio from your console on the monitor, which is perfect for gaming. However, you should note that some computer monitors do not have HDMI ports, so you may need to buy an adapter.

How to Connect Your PS4 Controller Using a USB Cable

You can also connect your DualShock 4 controller to your PC using a USB cable. This method is easier than Bluetooth, but you will have to physically plug the cable into a USB port on your PC and into the controller’s micro-USB port. If you’re using Windows, you can click the Add Bluetooth or other device button in the Bluetooth menu on your PC to start the connection process.

How to Connect Your PS4 Remote Play App

If you’re using a Mac or PC, you can connect your PS4 console to a PC through the new PS Remote Play app. This is a free app that allows you to control your PS4 console from any computer on your home network. You’ll need to have a PS4 console that has been configured for remote play and is connected to the same PSN account as your computer.

How to Connect Your PS4 Console Using a Bluetooth Connection

You can pair your PS4 controller to your computer wirelessly with a Bluetooth connection, which is compatible with most mobile phones and tablets. To do this, follow these steps: On your PC, open the Bluetooth menu (you’ll find it in the System Tray) and select the device from the list of available devices.

How to Connect Your PS4 console to a PC via Steam

If your PC is running the popular game-streaming service Steam, you can use your PS4 controller to connect your PC to the Internet through a micro-USB cable. To do this, simply open the Steam app and switch to Big Picture Mode, then select the gear-shaped Settings icon at the top right.

How to Connect Your PS4 controller to your PC via DS4Windows

If you have a PC with a PS4 and want to play games on it with your controller, you’ll need to install a software called DS4Windows. This software will convert the XInput on your controller to DirectInput, so you can play games with it. You’ll need to download the DS4Windows software and make minor adjustments to get it working correctly.

Getting your PS4 controller to work on a Windows PC is slightly more difficult than getting it to work on Steam, but once you’ve installed the DS4Windows software and made the adjustments, it’s pretty easy to get it up and running. You can even remap the controls to change how they’ll behave on your PC.