Choose Windows 10 (or other operating systems) and select the driver. Step 3: Install the driver on Windows PC. Once installed, check if the issue has been resolved. Fix 2: Update Xbox 360 Driver Using Device Manager. Although we are once again updating the Xbox 360 controller driver, it is being done using Device Manager. Right click that icon and click Properties (2.1). In the Properties window, click the Hardware Tab (2.2) and verify that in the Device Functions window you don’t see a Driver with name “Xbox One Controller” and Type “Xbox Peripherals” (2.3). Then click Properties (2.4).

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• Download Xbox One Controller Driver

Once upon a time, Microsoft didn't support its own controllers on its own PC platform. You needed hacked drivers and workarounds to use the excellent Xbox One controller with PC games. That's no longer the case, with official drivers built right into Windows 10. So, while it's easy to do, there's more to it than just plugging it in. Here's a complete guide. (You might also want to check out our pick for the very best Xbox One controller.)

Products used in this guide

• The controller: Xbox One controller ($65 at Microsoft)
• The cable: Rampow micro USB cable ($7 at Amazon)
• Going wireless: Xbox Wireless Adapter ($28 at Amazon)
• For USB-C PCs: AmazonBasics USB-C adapter ($10 at Amazon)
• The app: Xbox Accessories for Windows 10 (Free)

How to use a micro USB cable with the Xbox One controller

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By far, the simplest way to use an Xbox One controller is to use a micro USB cable. Attach to the connector on your controller and any free USB port on your PC, and it'll automatically recognize it's there, and you're good to go.

Any decent cable will do the trick, even the one that you used to use to charge your phone.

However, it's not just desktop PCs that you can use an Xbox One controller with. It's entirely possible to use it with a tablet or laptop, and in those cases, you may only have USB-C connectors available.

The easiest thing to do is get a USB-C to USB-A dongle, allowing you to use a regular micro USB cable through the USB-C connector on your laptop or tablet.

The Xbox Wireless Adapter

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Microsoft also has an official wireless dongle for Windows PCs that allows you to go wire-free. The first-generation controller and the original Xbox Elite controller don't support Bluetooth, so to go wireless on your PC, you'll need the dongle.

It isn't expensive, and the redesigned model is much smaller than the original. Simply plug it into your PC and connect your controller to is as you would the Xbox One, by holding down the pairing button on the top.

The Bluetooth controller

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The current generation Xbox One controller from Microsoft, as well as the second-gen Elite Controller, supports Bluetooth. Any currently on sale, or that came with the Xbox One S or Xbox One X have Bluetooth capabilities. That means you can connect it to any Windows PC, laptop, or tablet that has Bluetooth built-in.

1. Open settings on your PC.
2. Go to devices.
3. Make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
4. Turn on the controller by pressing the large round X button.
5. Click on the controller in your discovered devices to pair.

This is particularly handy if you're taking a controller on the road with you and your laptop. One less cable to pack!

Taking advantage of the Xbox Accessories app

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This is particularly handy if you're using an Xbox Elite Controller, as the Xbox Accessories app allows you to customize the buttons and paddles to a layout of your choice.

It's in the Windows Store to download to your PC, all you need to do is connect the controller to the PC to get started. There's a bunch of things you can do to customize your controller for your favorite games, and you can save two profiles to the Elite Controller at any one time.

All the gear you need

Exactly which piece of equipment you need will depend on which controller you want to use with which type of Windows PC. The list below covers everything you might need to get your hands on.

Xbox One Controller

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The Xbox One Controller is officially supported by Windows 10, and it's also the best around!

Rampow micro USB cable

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This braided cable from Rampow is reliable, braided for durability, and plenty long enough to reach your gaming PC.

Xbox Wireless Adapter

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The official wireless adapter from Microsoft, this is what you need if you're using an Elite or first-gen controller to go wire-free.

AmazonBasics USB-C adapter

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For laptops and tablets without regular USB ports, pop this into the USB-C connector and use a regular micro USB cable with your controller.

Xbox Accessories app

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Particularly useful for Elite Controller owners, this app allows you to customize button layouts, paddles, and save your favorite profiles for easy use.

Note: Your Xbox One controller needs to be connected to your PC through the micro USB cable for PC gaming.

Xbox One Elite Controller Driver Download

The greatest gamepad – now even better

The Xbox One Wireless Controller features over 40 improvements to the award-winning Xbox 360 Wireless Controller.

More immersive

Feel the action like never before with Impulse Triggers. New vibration motors in the triggers provide precise fingertip feedback bringing weapons, crashes, and jolts to life for a whole new level of gaming realism.

New expansion port with high speed data transfer enables clearer chat audio when using a compatible headset.**

More precise

Newly designed D-pad is responsive to both sweeping and directional movements.

Thumbstick improvements enable better grip and accuracy.

Trigger and bumpers are designed for quicker access.

More comfortable

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Grips and contours have been designed to fit a wider range of hand sizes comfortably.

Batteries fit inside the controller body, allowing your hands more room to naturally grip the controller.

Additional features

• Contents: Wireless Controller and AA Batteries (2).
• Up to 30ft wireless range.
• Connect up to 8 Wireless Controllers at once to your console.
• Menu and View buttons for easy navigation.
• Seamless profile and controller pairing. Infrared LEDs in the controller can be sensed by the Kinect sensor.
• Expansion port for add-on devices like the Chat Headset.
• Compatible with Xbox One Play and Charge Kit and Xbox One Chat Headset.

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