Controller & Gamepad Tester
Try pressing buttons or moving analogs on your gamepad or controller.
Testing Controller & Gamepad
To begin testing your controller or gamepad, hit a button or use its analog stick.
When you click a button or move the analog stick, the graphic above illuminates or displays your analog stick movement. When we detect motion or a button push, we will display a “Controller Detected” message along with the name of your controller. If you have numerous controllers or gamepads attached, test them one at a time.
Although the graphic depicts an Xbox controller, this test is also applicable to other similarly designed controllers.
If the picture above does not respond properly or at all to your button pushes or analog stick motions, please see the FAQ section below for possible problems and solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why isn’t my gamepad or controller working?
There could be several reasons why your gamepad or controller may not be working:
1. You are using an old browser that does not yet support the GamePad API.
2. Your controller or gamepad is not connected to your computer.
3. You are using an older gamepad or controller driver. You can download and update drivers automatically using Driver Booster.
4. Your gamepad or controller is damaged, and you may need to get it repaired or get a new one.
How to connect Xbox controller to PC?
There are three ways to connect an Xbox controller to a PC:
1. Using a USB cable
2. Using the Xbox’s wireless adapter
3. Using Bluetooth
After connecting the controller to your PC, you will receive a notification that the device is being set up. After the setup is complete, you will be able to test your controller on this website.
Why is my controller not connecting to the PC?
If your controller is not connecting to PC then you should check these things:
1. The USB port is working properly.
2. Controller drivers are updated.
3. There is no battery or power issue with the controller.
Why is the gamepad button response delayed?
Reasons for gamepad button response delay:
1. Browser or system speed is slow.
2. Controller drivers are not updated.
3. There is a hardware problem with the controller.
4. Wireless connection is interrupted.
How to fix controller drift?
If your controller is giving input without touching the analog, then you are experiencing controller drift. There are two main causes of controller drift: a dirty analog stick or a damaged potentiometer.
We recommend that you try cleaning your controller before you get it repaired or buy a new one. To clean the analog stick, gently wipe around the analog stick with a dry cloth or use a cotton swab. If some of the dirt is not coming out of the cotton swab, use pressurized air.
Conclusion
If you encounter any problems while testing your gamepad or controller, try to solve the problem with the help of these common questions and answers. If the problem persists, you may need to have your controller repaired or purchase a new controller.