Wondering how to connect the controller to Chromebook?
Your controllers aren’t limited to connecting to your consoles, they can connect to your laptop, MacBook, and now even to your Chromebook as well. The process of connecting a controller to a Chromebook is straightforward, all you have to do is put both your devices on paring mode and connect them.
In this article, I have explained the step-by-step procedure to connect the controller Chromebook
How to Connect Xbox Controller to Chromebook
Xbox is one of the finest controllers you can use with your Chromebook. The controller works best with Chromebooks and offers a 20-hour battery life. You can connect your Xbox Controller via Bluetooth and USB cable, so, you should be up and ready to play your favorite games in no time.
To connect the Controller to Chromebook via Bluetooth, follow the steps mentioned below:
Step 1: Put the Xbox controller in pairing mode
Take your Xbox Controller, and switch it on. The flashing LED light on the Xbox indicates that your controller is switched ON.
Go to the top of the controller, and click on the “Sync’’ button. The button is placed right above the USB-C port. You’ll have to hold the sync button for a few seconds, once the LED light starts blinking rapidly, your Xbox controller is in pairing mode.
Step 2: Switch on Bluetooth on your Chromebook
Switch on your Chromebook, and click on the notification icon. The icon is placed at the bottom right corner of your home screen.
Click on the Bluetooth settings icon, and switch it on. Next, click on the “pair a new device” option displayed right below the Bluetooth option.
The Bluetooth pairing setting screen will display on your screen. Under the “Available devices” option, the Xbox Controller should be displayed.
Step 3: Connect the Controller to Chromebook
Click on your device name, and the Chromebook should start the pairing process.
Once the devices are connected, you will receive a small notification at the bottom of your Chromebook, and your Xbox Controller will also stop flashing.
You can also connect your Xbox Controller to a Chromebook via a USB cable. Insert one end of the cable into the USB-C port of your controller, and the other into your Chromebook. Once the devices are connected, you are ready to play games.
How to Connect Nintendo Controller to Chromebook
If you own a Nintendo Controller, the steps to connect it to your Chromebook are more or less similar to the ones I have explained above. Just like Xbox, you can connect the Nintendo Controller to a Chromebook via Bluetooth and USB-C port.
To connect the Controller to Chromebook, follow the steps mentioned below:
Step 1: Put the Xbox controller in Pairing mode
Your Nintendo Controller doesn’t have a dedicated power or Bluetooth button. As soon as you switch it on, it also goes into pairing mode.
To put your Nintendo Controller in pairing mode, press and hold the button located at the top of your controller. Once the LED light at the button starts flashing, your controller is in pairing mode.
Step 2: Switch on Bluetooth on your Chromebook
Switch on your Chromebook, and click on the notification icon. The icon is placed at the bottom right corner of your home screen.
Click on the Bluetooth settings icon, and switch it on. Next, click on the “pair a new device” option displayed right below the Bluetooth option.
The Bluetooth pairing setting screen will display on your screen. Under the “Available devices” option, the Xbox Controller should be displayed.
Step 3: Connect the Controller to Chromebook
Click on your device name, and the Chromebook should start the pairing process.
Once the devices are connected, you will receive a small notification at the bottom of your Chromebook, and your Xbox Controller will also stop flashing.
Your Nintendo Controller also comes with a USB cable, you can use it or any USB-A-to-USB-C data cable, or USB-C-to-USB-C data cable to connect the controller to Chromebook. Just, insert one end of the cable into the USB-C port of your controller, and the other into your Chromebook.
Your Chromebook will automatically detect it and connect the devices.
Conclusion
With that, we have reached the end of the article. I hope this guide helped you to find out how you can connect the Controller to Chromebook.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I connect my USB controller to my Chromebook?
To connect the USB Controller to your Chromebook, insert the Micro-USB connector into your controller, and insert the USB Type-A connector into your Chromebook. The devices will connect.
I can’t connect my Controller to my Chromebook.
If your controller isn’t connecting to your Chromebook, follow these troubleshooters:
Update the controller.
Check the Bluetooth.
Restart the controller.
Remove and re-pair the controller.