An Xbox One controller

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The release of the Xbox One S in 2016 gave Microsoft the chance to equip its controllers with radios. You'll be happy to know that this feature can be used on any phone that has a game.

It's a nice trick to have in your back pocket, since more appropriate controllers are available. Here's how to use an XBOX controller on a mobile device.

How to pair an Xbox controller with your Android phone

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You'll want to make sure the controller you use is compatible with the app. As a rule of thumb, newer versions of the Xbox One S and Xbox One X come with a built-in gps device. It's not difficult to pair your phone with the xbox controller. There is a way to get connected.

This is the first thing. You can pull down the notification shade on your phone.

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There are two Press the icon for a long period of time.

There are three. It's a good idea to make sure your wireless device is turned on.

There are four. Scan at the top of the screen if your phone doesn't start scanning.

There are five. If you want to turn on the controller, hold the button.

There are six. There is a button on the left side of the controller. For a few seconds, hold it and the button will blink.

There are seven. You can pair a new device on your phone.

Connecting an Xbox controller to Android

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There are eight. The list of nearby devices should show the controller in a few moments. To Pair, tap it.

There are nine. If your phone shows a connection to your controller, the xbox button will stop blinking.

You can see that the controller works on some phones, with the buttons being used to navigate the system. Get familiar with how it all works by playing your favorite game with the controller support.

Many games on the Play Store can be played with the controller, and many more can be played with the Game Pass. You should be able to map the buttons as you please.

How can I make sure my Xbox controller has Bluetooth capability?

The easiest way to make sure your controllers are working is to look at them. The area around the Xbox button is the same as the rest of the controller. If the Xbox button is located within a piece of plastic, it doesn't have the ability to connect to the internet. If you need assistance, reference the image below. The controller should be similar to the bottom photo.

Xbox One Controller Example

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If your controller has a Share button between the Menu and View buttons, you can use it to connect to the internet. If you already own a controller, you should try it out.

You can play all of your favorite games now that you have a controller.