Use a USB cable to connect the PS4 controller to the PC
Press the PS button on the controller
Wait for Windows to detect and install the controller
Open Steam and enable PlayStation Controller support if using Steam
For Bluetooth, turn on Bluetooth on the PC
Hold the PS button and Share button on the controller until the light bar flashes
Open Bluetooth settings on the PC
Select Wireless Controller from the available devices
Pair the controller
Test the controller in a game or controller settings
Install DS4Windows if the controller is not recognized properly