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Keyboard control in some games is extremely inconvenient. And, of course, the joystick allows not only to increase control over the character, but also to make the gameplay more enjoyable...

In this article I will consider such a seemingly simple question as connecting a joystick to a PC (laptop). In general, usually, after connecting the joystick to the USB port (for example) - Windows automatically installs the driver and sets everything up (you just have to start the game and adjust the controls).

However, in some cases this may not happen and Windows (or the game) simply will not see your controller. More details about what to do and in what sequence - I will give below ...

STEP 1: connection, driver installation

And so, if you have a USB joystick- then after turning on the computer (laptop), it is enough just to connect it to the port and wait 5-10 seconds. while Windows installs a driver on it (of course, we are talking about modern Windows 8/10, which do this immediately and automatically).

If you purchased a wireless joystick- then you need to install batteries in it first. Please note that manufacturers often "hide" a small adapter for a USB port in the compartment for them (so as not to be lost during transportation).

Note: if your joystick works on the Bluetooth protocol, then there may not be any adapter included with it.

After installing the batteries and turning on the joystick (on some models there is a noticeable ON / OFF switch) - the LEDs on it should start blinking (most wireless models are equipped with them).

Inconspicuous ON/OFF switch

Don't forget to connect the adapter to the USB port.

If you have a Bluetooth joystick (without a separate USB adapter) - then just click on the Bluetooth icon in the Windows tray and add a new device (pairing the joystick with a computer takes just 2 clicks). See example below.

By the way! If you don't have bluetooth icon in tray then -

Control Panel\Hardware and Sound\Devices and Printers

If Windows was able to find the driver and there were no problems with the joystick, you should see it here (see screenshot below).

In general, after that you can start the game and test the device... ✌

If the driver was not installed automatically, pay attention to the joystick bundle. Most non-standard models come with a CD (flash drive) with the necessary drivers.

If there is no such disk, try , and go to the tab "Other devices" (note: it shows all devices for which there are no drivers). After selecting the device with an exclamation mark (as in the screenshot below), right-click on it and select from the menu that appears "Update driver" . Then follow the wizard's instructions...

If updating the driver in this way did not work, I recommend trying the special. utility . It will automatically detect the model of your gamepad, and then offer to download and install a driver for it. In addition, this utility will check for the presence of all libraries in the system that games need (Visual C ++, DirectX and others).

To help!

How to find a driver for "any" device by its ID code (ID, VEN/VID, DEV/PID) -

STEP 2: check and calibrate

If the joystick behaves somehow suspiciously (for example, some button does not work or the game does not see it) - for starters, I would recommend checking whether Windows sees it, whether it recognizes any pressing.

To do this, you need to enter "joystick" in the search bar and follow the link (you can also use the sectionControl Panel\Hardware and Sound\Devices and Printers).

Alternative way: press Win+R, and use the command joy.cpl

In the "Test" tab, you can test the operation of each button (when you press a button on the gamepad, the corresponding button in the Windows window will light up). If this does not happen, the probable causes may be the following:

1. physical damage to the button;
2. dead batteries (for wireless gamepads);
3. no native driver (selected standard driver incorrectly recognizes the operation of the device);
4. device not calibrated (Windows OS does not work properly with it by default).

Regarding calibration: then this function is present in the options tab (joystick property). After its launch, the special will start working. a wizard that will ask you to press the buttons several times ... Often, after calibration, the joystick starts working as expected.

STEP 3: what to do if the game does not see the joystick

Of course, we are talking about those cases when the computer sees the joystick, Windows allows it to be calibrated and when checking all the buttons work (see a little higher), but the game itself simply does not know about its existence (for some reason ...) . By the way, this often happens with old games that only see the keyboard.

If you are faced with something similar, then you can solve the problem with the help of special. utilities (kind of keyboard press emulators). Personally, I would recommend using JoyToKey (it has analogues AutoHotkey and Xpadder, but they do not work stably on Windows 10).

A small free application that allows you to emulate keyboard buttons using a joystick. The whole JoyToKey setup comes down to setting which joystick buttons will be responsible for certain keyboard keys.

I also cannot but note that the application allows you to create your own profile for each specific game. Those. With JoyToKey, you can play any game on your joystick that can be played on a keyboard.

Many novice users cannot immediately understand the operation of JoyToKey (besides, it is in English). I'll show you with my example.

And so, after downloading the archive with the application, just extract all the files to a separate folder and run the executable file JoyToKey.exe (on behalf of the administrator). Next, go to the section "options" and press .

Then go to the tab "Advanced Settings..." and select your joystick (select device). In my example, the joystick is "TGZ Controller" (example on the screen below).

Then press the button and try to press any joystick button.

You just have to decide on which button of the joystick you want to assign a certain keyboard key - and then simply double-click this line and specify the required one. See screenshots below.

In the screenshot below, I put the Q key on the button "Button 2" of the joystick.

Actually, in this way you need to decide on all the buttons of the joystick. This is done fairly quickly...

By the way, please note that your preset joystick buttons work - the JoyToKey program must be launched before entering the game! (and the desired profile is selected (in my example, it is one, therefore it is not relevant)).

Suggestions on the subject are welcome...

For games. After all, if you purchase a device in a store, the likelihood that it will initially work correctly is extremely small. That is why it is worth understanding all the intricacies before you sit down for the game.

Why set up a gamepad?

As mentioned above, before starting the game, you first need to set up the gamepad. There are a lot of games using a joystick, so this article will be useful to a wide range of gamers. But it should be explained why it is necessary to carry out the configuration, while the device must be prepared initially.

Here it is worth making a reservation: if you purchase a gamepad from XBox, then most likely it will function perfectly, but a device from another company is unlikely. This is the case because joystick-specific games are cross-platform. This means that the developer makes them not only for the PC, but also for the PlayStation and XBox. And the game, accordingly, supports the device of these two flagships of the console industry.

In simple terms, if you have a third-party device, then you must know how to set up the gamepad, because otherwise it will not function correctly or will not work at all.

Setting via control panel

So, let's get down to the story of how to set up a gamepad for a comfortable game. First of all, the easiest way will be disassembled, which does not involve downloading additional applications. It should be configured using standard Windows utilities.

First you need to log into the control panel. To do this, in the "Start" menu, select the section of the same name. Once you have done this, a window will appear with a large number of icons, but we are only interested in one - "Devices and Printers".

Now you will see images of all devices connected to the personal computer. Among everything, find images of your gamepad. Now you need to right-click on the icon and select "Settings for game controllers" in the menu. Next, in the window, you need to open the properties of this device.

Let's move on to the final stage. In the window you see a number of fields that you need to fill out. Each field requires the input of a key on the keyboard, which will be activated when the corresponding button on the gamepad is pressed. Fill in all the fields and then click "Save".

Now, when you enter the game, all assigned buttons should function properly. But in case this is not the case, do not despair, now another way will be analyzed on how to set up a gamepad for games.

Setup with x360ce

If the above instructions did not help you, you need to move on to other methods. This time, you will need the help of third-party software, namely x360ce. This is an XBox 360 gamepad emulator. It makes any game feel like a device connected to an XBox joystick.

After downloading, you need to configure the program. This is a simple task, so anyone can easily handle setting up this application:

1. After downloading the archive, place the files from it in any folder on your computer.
2. Now open the x360ce.exe file from this folder.
3. If the controller is connected correctly, then at startup you will hear a characteristic signal.
4. From the bottom, click on All templates will open in front of you.
5. Select Thrustmaster Dual Tigger 3 in 1 Rumble Mods from the list.
6. Click the Load button.

Now, when you press the gamepad buttons and interact with the sticks, you will see that the corresponding buttons will light up on the controller image. If this is not the case, then change the preset or assign the desired buttons manually. After everything is done, click the Save button and close the window.

All that is left to do is to copy the files from the folder, namely: x360ce.exe, x360ce.ini, xinput1_3.dll - to the root folder of the game. The root folder is the one where the launcher is located. To find it, you can right-click on the game's shortcut and select "File Location". A folder will open in which you need to place all the above files.

Setting up a gamepad using the XPadder program

So, now let's look at how to set up a gamepad using the XPadder program. We can say that now we are moving on to heavy artillery, since this program already emulates not the controller, but the keyboard of your PC, that is, you will assign the keyboard keys to the gamepad. This is a universal way, because with it you can play games from the device, even if they do not support joystick control at all.

So let's set up the program:

• In the program window, click on the joystick icon, which is located in the upper left part of the window.
• Click New.
• From all buttons select "Open".
• In the window that appears, open the controllerimages folder. It has pictures of different gamepads. Select yours and click "Open" (if yours is not found, select any).
• Select "Sticks" in the left pane.
• In the box, check the box next to "Enabled". Following the instructions, press left, then right.
• A circle will appear on the joystick image, move it to the left stick.
• In the stick settings window, check the box next to "Enabled", only now on the right, and repeat all the steps, but move the circle to the right stick.
• On the left panel, select "Cross".
• Check the "Enabled" box and, following the instructions, press the appropriate buttons on the gamepad.
• Drag the cross in the picture to the desired location.
• In the left pane, select "Buttons".
• Press all the buttons on the controller in turn. Squares will appear on the pictures: drag them to the corresponding buttons.
• In the left pane, select "Triggers".
• Press the left and then the right trigger.
• Click "Accept".

Now it remains for you to assign the corresponding keys on the keyboard by clicking on the white squares.

Now you know how to set up a gamepad using the Xpadder program.

What to do if the gamepad is not configured?

Of course, there is a chance that all of the above methods will not help you. Unfortunately, this means only one thing - the gamepad is faulty. It remains to take it to the store and demand the money back or exchange the device for another.

So you learned how to set up a gamepad. PC games, of course, are controlled using the keyboard and mouse, but it's much more convenient to lie down on the couch and, picking up a joystick, enjoy your favorite pastime.

Along with the development of the gaming industry, the production of gaming peripherals is also improving. For convenient and comfortable gameplay, depending on the situation, gamers use the keyboard, steering wheels and joysticks. Despite the fact that all devices are easy to install and do not require any special settings, they often fail or start to work incorrectly. There may be several reasons for this, and they all depend on the type of gaming accessories used.

Why the gamepad does not work on PC

For the joystick to work correctly, the system unit must detect it as a new connected device for games. But sometimes he can't do it. The reasons for this problem may be:

1. Missing gamepad drivers. If the required software is not available, the computer's operating system will not be able to find, recognize, and synchronize with the controller. This reason is one of the most common and easily eliminated.
2. Lack of necessary settings. After connecting the game controller to a computer or laptop, you need to perform a number of simple settings and calibrate. If the calibration has not been completed, the controller will not work.
3. USB socket failure.
4. The conflict between the manipulator and devices already connected to the system unit.
5. Disabled Bluetooth or Wi-Fi - if the connection is via wireless technology.
6. The operating system installed on the PC or laptop does not support the game controller. This usually happens when an older gamepad is connected to the system unit on which the latest version of Windows is installed.
7. Manipulator malfunction. In case of mechanical damage, the manipulator may stop functioning.
8. Broken USB cable.

ATTENTION! When connecting a game controller to the system unit, you should make sure that Bluetooth is enabled on it!

What to do if the joystick on the computer does not work

If the reason why the manipulator does not work is not related to mechanical damage to the device itself or the USB cable, then you can fix it yourself. For this you need:

ATTENTION! If the reason is related to the failure of the USB cable or mechanical damage to the joystick, then you need to contact the service workshop!

All problems related to the software can be solved by the user himself. As a rule, this does not cause much difficulty. If nothing helps, then you will either need to reinstall the operating system, or visit the workshop.

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Entertainment is one of the functions of modern computers, which has long been a priority for many users. Those who do not want to buy an Xbox or PS for this purpose are trying to make their devices as powerful as possible - top-end video cards, fast processors and a huge amount of RAM on board - this is far from a complete "spec list" of gaming computers. But even the most powerful configuration will not give you the full experience of your favorite game if you do not have a good control module.
That is why all kinds of joysticks and controllers are in such great demand - with their help you can enjoy your favorite game with might and main without resorting to buying expensive consoles. But, unfortunately, many users do not know how to connect the device to a computer, even having bought such a device.

Today we will try to correct this misunderstanding by telling you in detail about how to set up a joystick on a PC or laptop.

You will need:

Connection

We take the device out of the box, unwind the wire. Connecting this device is simple - insert the joystick plug into the USB port on the computer.

The automatic process of searching for and installing drivers will begin. If there was a CD with software included with the joypad, be sure to install it. It may contain the necessary drivers or software for the correct operation of the device.

Installation

After making sure that the software is installed and the system has recognized the joystick, you can proceed to its configuration. To do this, open the "Start" menu, select the "Control Panel" section.

We are interested in the joypad - click on its icon twice. A menu will appear in front of us, in which we will need to assign the working buttons and axes of the device.

Setting

We press opposite the name of a specific key of the game controller and manually perform the action on the keyboard that the joypad should perform in the game.

When finished, save the changes. It is possible to create multiple sets of key values.

For example, you have purchased a joystick for FIFA 2012 and Mortal Combat. In order not to reassign the buttons manually each time, you can simply change the ready set by confirming the changes.

This question is asked by many gamers who have bought a gamepad and are trying to connect it to a PC or laptop. This is a fairly common error. There may be several problems, as well as ways to solve them.

Reasons for inactive joystick:

The game is not designed to be controlled by a joystick (you will need to search for plugins).

The joystick has not been configured in the game itself (configuration is done in the game parameters).

Gamepad drivers not installed (provided by the joystick developer).

The joystick is inoperative (the check is performed in Windows: Start / Settings / Control Panel / Game Controllers / Joystick in the “OK” status).

The software does not support the operation of the joystick (you need to contact a software setup specialist).

Incorrect connection (connection to computer equipment can be via USB and Game port).

If the joystick is inactive in the Windows operating system, there are several ways to activate it.

In order for the status to change to active, and the system to react specifically to the connected device, you need to select the "Identifiers" item in the "Game devices" menu. The pop-up table contains gaming and other devices with ID-numbers assigned to them.

Most modern games respond to a controller with a "1" in front of its name. In order for the joystick to become visible in games, it is enough to rename it by changing the number prefix to one.

The same procedure is performed differently in Windows XP. To activate the joystick, it is required that the system perceives it as a priority. To do this, you need to go to the “Game Devices”, select the “Advanced” tab and select the desired joystick from the list as the main equipment.

Joystick setting

Incorrect operation of the joystick during the game is no reason to return to an uncomfortable keyboard. Whatever the joystick for the gamer (a primitive outdated model with several buttons - two levers and a cross for control - or a new version with a vibration function, a steering wheel and a large set of auxiliary buttons), its setup is identical and very simple.

Setup steps:

To set up, you need to use a USB cable that connects to a computer. The process of connecting to a PC is accompanied by a device search. To correctly determine the gaming equipment, you must run the drivers that came with the joystick.

Recognition and setting of parameters. To do this, click "Start", select "Control Panel", and then find "Game Controllers" ("Devices and Printers"). In the "Parameters" window (by pressing the right mouse button), you need to find the connected gamepad, select the "Properties" section and start the calibration.

Calibrate the axes, i.e. check the operation of the control cross. It is important that before checking the cross does not take a central position on the displayed picture.

Set game options to joystick control. To do this, you need to launch the game, enter Settings / Controls and change the “Keyboard” item to “Joystick” in the user settings.

Some games require initially for each button of the joystick to select an action and save the settings.

Eliminate the causes of incorrect connection

What should I do if the computer does not see the joystick connected via the Game port?

A sign that the joystick is connected incorrectly is the inscription of the joystick status “Not connected”.

Ways to solve the problem
In the gaming device parameters window, in the table of prescribed equipment, there should be no extraneous joysticks. It is desirable that the list contains only the active joystick, for which it is better to delete the remaining positions.

If there is a problem with the Game port, in the "Control Panel" section, you should find "Device Manager" / "Sound, video and game controllers". Here you need to check that there is only one game port. If there are several of them, you need to remove everything and carry out the procedure for installing new equipment again.

What should I do if the computer does not see the joystick connected via the USB port? When connected, the USB controller must independently detect and connect an external device. If this did not happen when connected with a joystick, then you should perform the following procedure: go to the "Device Manager", check for the presence of a USB controller in the list of working equipment.

In its absence, you can carry out an independent installation, but it is better to contact a specialist. If the USB controller is found and works correctly, you should check for entries about it in the "Sound, video and game controllers" / "Manual input devices" section. If the data is in the list, it is deleted and the controller is restarted.

If attempts to fix the problem yourself are unsuccessful, you can always contact the Orion Service computer help center.