Turn on Bluetooth on your iPad
Put the PS5 controller into pairing mode by holding the PS button and Create button until the light bar flashes
Open Settings on your iPad
Tap Bluetooth
Look for DualSense Wireless Controller under Other Devices
Tap DualSense Wireless Controller to pair
Wait for the controller to connect
Open a game or app that supports controller input
To disconnect, turn off Bluetooth or unpair the controller from Bluetooth settings