The Xbox One controller is a great gaming device, but there may be times when you want to turn it off. This can be done by holding the Xbox button on the controller for about 10 seconds. Or are there any other ways to turn off your control? Keep reading to get full of the ways how to turn off Xbox controller.
How To Turn Off Xbox Controller?
Option 1: Via A Menu
You’ll first need to be able to turn the control off. Start your TV or movie. Play the movie. Next, hold down the Guide button until you see a menu.
By the way, the Guide button is the circular Xbox logo button. It is not called the “Xbox button” because it has no obvious purpose.
However, you can choose the “Turn off Controller” option once you have seen the menu. This will take you to your goal the fastest.
Option 2: Press the Guide Button
This one is easy as it sounds. You don’t have to hold the Guide button for more than five seconds. Your controller will eventually learn to do this and will turn off if you do.
Also read: Why Does My Xbox Controller Keep Disconnecting?
Option 3: Turn off an Xbox Controller Connected with Bluetooth
The Xbox Wireless Controller will not turn itself off if it is paired with a Bluetooth device. When the control is paired via Bluetooth, there’s an easy way to turn it off.
You can pair the Wireless Controller to other devices than your Xbox Series X/S.
The control will turn off when it is connected to an Xbox. This is not true if you pair the control to other devices.
You can solve the problem by following the steps below if you’ve ever faced it.
- First, locate the Xbox button at the top of your controller.
- Next, press the button and hold it down for six-second.
- Now it should turn off.
- It should be turned back on to reconnect it to the last Bluetooth connection.
- You should keep it down for at least 15 seconds to perform a hard reboot, which can fix rare firmware issues.
The process is very straightforward.
Project xCloud is now available on Android phones. The Xbox Elite Series 2 controller, which supports Bluetooth for tablets and computers, has been released. It’s time that everyone learns how to turn it off properly.
Here Are Some Things To Keep In Mind
Bluetooth works only if your computer is up-to-date.
You should also ensure that your controller is up-to-date.
The Xbox Wireless Controller can be connected to multiple PCs, tablets, laptops, and VR/AR headsets via Bluetooth. Reliability depends on the Bluetooth card of your device. Experiences may vary.
The Wireless Controllers are limited to connecting to one device at a time. You will need to pair it with your smartphone or tablet. To do this, press the Pair button on your console and your control. You can use your Bluetooth connection to connect your controller to your mobile device to cloud-game or remotely control your console.
Bluetooth does not support attachments such as chat pads, headsets, and the Xbox Stereo Headset Adapter.
It is recommended that you only have one Bluetooth controller. Although it is possible to connect more than one Bluetooth controller, performance will vary depending on the device.
If You Have An Older Xbox One Wireless Controller
The Xbox wireless adapter is required if you don’t have one of the Bluetooth-equipped Xbox controllers or if you have a computer without Bluetooth. This is a Microsoft proprietary dongle that connects to the control via a dedicated wireless connection.
Once you have an adapter, simply plug it into a USB port on your Windows laptop/desktop and press the pairing button to turn the light on.
You can now switch on your Xbox controller using the central home button. Next, press and hold on to the pairing button at the top edge until the big ‘X” starts flashing.
The wireless adapter should now find your control pad automatically. After a few seconds, they will connect and the lights on both devices will stop blinking.
How to Reconnect Your Xbox Controller to Your Console
You can turn your Xbox controller wirelessly off by holding down the X button for approximately five seconds. The control will turn off when the light goes out.
Remember that your Xbox controller can be paired with your console by pressing the X button. Although you should be able to pair it wirelessly with either of these methods, you will need to turn off your console after you have done so.
Once you have connected your Xbox control to your PC using the above methods, you will need to repair your controller the next time you use it. You can do this using the wired method by connecting the controller to the Xbox via a USB cable and then pressing the X button to pair.
To pair the controller wirelessly press the pairing button. It is located on the left side of the original Xbox One and the bottom-right under the power button for the Xbox One S or X, it’s next to the USB port at the front of the system.
Once you have pressed this button, turn your control on by pressing the X button. Next, hold the Pair button at the top of the control to pair it.
