If your PlayStation 4 controller isn’t working the way it should, there are a few things you can do to reset it. Here’s how:

  1. Turn off your PS4 and wait 10 seconds before turning it back on.
  2. Hold down the “PS” button and the “SELECT” button at the same time until the light bar at the top of the console turns red.
  3. Release both buttons and wait for the PS4 to restart.
  4. If this doesn’t work, try these other methods: a) Remove all batteries from your controller; b) Hold down both “L3” and “R3” buttons for five seconds; c) Press and hold down both “XMB” and “Start” buttons for 10 seconds; d) Press and hold down both “Share” and “Options” buttons for 10 seconds; e) Hold down both shoulder buttons (L2/R2) for two seconds, then release them; f) Try resetting your controller by holding down all four shoulder buttons at once (L2/R2, L1/R1, Triangle, Circle). ..

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Hard Reset a PlayStation 4 Controller

To reset your PS4 controller, you’ll need a paper clip or a similar thin and study tool. You’ll insert it into the tiny hole located on your controller to reset it.

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Once you’ve managed to get a tool like that, turn off your PlayStation 4 console and unplug your controller from it.

On the back of your controller, near the L2 shoulder button, you will see a small hole.

Into that small hole, insert a paper clip or a similar tool you’ve got. Keep the tool inserted (which will press the reset button inside) for about five seconds.

Your controller is now reset and ready to be paired with your console.

To pair it again, plug your controller into the USB port on your console. Then turn on your console.

When your PS4 turns on, on your controller, press the PS button.

Your controller is now paired with your console, and you can use it to play your games.

And that’s how you fix most issues related to your PS4 controller. Happy gaming!

If you experience other issues with your PS4, consider rebuilding the console’s database, which helps resolve most issues.

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