ControllersControllers for Mac
Compatibility
Find supported controller families, connection options, and pairing notes.
Supported controllers
Start with your controller family below. Features vary by model, firmware, and connection; Controllers Lite can help you check the inputs your Mac receives.
| Controller | Connection | Notable inputs |
|---|---|---|
| DualSense, DualSense Edge, DualShock 4 | USB or Bluetooth | Buttons, sticks, triggers, touchpad, and gyro. Edge also has paddle and Fn bindings. |
| Xbox One, Series, and Elite | USB; Bluetooth on equipped models | Buttons, sticks, and triggers. Paddle availability depends on model and connection. |
| Xbox Adaptive and PlayStation Access | Supported USB or Bluetooth connections | Map the buttons and axes reported by your adaptive setup. |
| Nintendo Joy-Con and Pro controllers | Connection varies by generation; see pairing notes below | Buttons, sticks, and supported motion controls. Joy-Cons can use separate layouts. |
| MFi and generic HID gamepads | Connection supported by the device | Available buttons, axes, and D-pads. Extra features vary. |
PlayStation
DualSense and DualSense Edge work over USB or Bluetooth. For Bluetooth, hold PS + Create until the light bar blinks. On DualShock 4, hold PS + Share. Buttons, sticks, supported touchpads, and motion can be mapped.
Xbox
Supported Xbox One, Series, Elite, and Adaptive controllers can connect over USB or, on Bluetooth-equipped models, wirelessly. Use the in-app connect panel or macOS Bluetooth settings. Older models may require a compatible adapter.
Nintendo Switch
For Switch 2 controllers, use the in-app Bluetooth panel: they do not appear in macOS Bluetooth Settings. Hold the sync button until the lights sweep, then click Connect. Switch 1 Joy-Cons can be paired separately over Bluetooth. Connection options vary by model; consult the in-app help for your controller.
Other controllers
Controllers also supports MFi and generic HID gamepads. Available mappings depend on the inputs reported by the device. Try Controllers Lite to check your setup before buying. There is no Windows or iOS version of Controllers.
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