PlayStation 4 Controller, aka DualShock 4, is used to play games on your gaming console and PC. You can use your controller in two ways like Wired or Wireless. The battery will withstand up to 4-8 hours, depending on your device’s use and performance. Sometimes the PS4 controller battery will be completely drained out. Undoubtedly, it will affect your gaming experience with DualShock 4 controllers. In this scenario, you shall turn off your PS4 controller when you aren’t using it to conserve the battery.
How to Turn Off PS4 Controller
When your PS4 controller is unused, you must turn it off to save the battery. You can turn off your PlayStation 4 controller in five different possible ways. They are listed down.
- Using the PS button
- Using the Quick Menu
- Using PS4 Console
- Customizing the options for PS4 Controller to Turn Off
- Setting the timer to Switch Off your PS4 controller
1. Turn Off PS4 using the PS Button
If you are connecting your PlayStation controller to any device wirelessly, follow the steps below.
[1]. Press and hold down the PlayStation button for about 10 seconds on your controller.
[2]. Once the screen shutdown, release the PS button on your controller.
Note: You need the press and hold the PS button longer on DualShock 4 controllers to turn it off.
You can set up Parental Controls on PS4 to limit kids or adults at home from playing games that aren’t relevant.
2. Turn Off PS4 using the Quick Menu
You can turn off your PlayStation 4 controller through the PC.
[1]. Tap and hold the PS button for two seconds on your controller until the Quick Menu appears on your PC screen.
[2]. Select the Sound/Devices option on the left side panel.
[3]. Tap the Turn Off Devices option at the bottom.
[4].Select your DualShock 4 to turn off your controller.
3. Power Off PS4 using the PS4 Console
You can directly turn off your controller via your PlayStation 4 console. To do so, follow the instruction given below.
[1]. Power on your PS4 console, and go to Settings.
[2]. Tap the Power Save Settings option.
[3]. Select the Set Time Until Controller Turn Off option.
[4]. Now, set the time to turn off your controller automatically.
If your controller is inactive, then it will turn off automatically.
4. Customizing the Options for PS4 Controller to Turn Off
[1]. Tap and hold the PS 4 button on your controller.
[2]. Select Configure Computers option from the menu list.
[3]. Press the X button on your controller.
[4]. Scroll down and select the Shut Off option.
[5]. Select DualShock 4 and press the X button on your controller to turn it off.
FYI: It is possible to change your age on PS4 if you do not want to get locked with age-restricted content.
5. Setting the Timer to Switch Off your PS4 Controller
Follow the below-mentioned steps to set the timer to turn off your PlayStation 4 controller automatically.
[1]. On your controller, press down the PS button for about 2 seconds to open the Quick Menu.
[2]. Tap on the Sound/Devices option on the left side panel.
[3]. Select the Set Time Until Controllers Turn Off option.
[4]. Now set the time After 10 Minutes, After 30 Minutes, or After 60 Minutes.
It will turn off your controller automatically, depending on your selected time.
Thus, these are the possible ways to turn off your PlayStation 4 controller. Once you have turned off your controller, you can save the battery and use it later. If your PS4 controller doesn’t connect to your PS4, you can fix the problem easily.
Frequently Asked Question
You can use your PC to turn off your PS4 controller.
Yes, it is possible to turn off your PS4 controller.