# How to Sync an Xbox Controller with Your Console or Windows PC

> This article shows you two ways to connect several generations of Xbox controller to both consoles or Windows PCs. Instructions apply to Windows 10 and up and Xbox 360 consoles and later.

- **Source:** [Lifewire](https://www.lifewire.com/sync-xbox-controller-to-xbox-one-series-and-windows-pc-4156572?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=680001a433b428e8e107e2bb)
- **Published:** 2025-04-16
- **Category:** Gaming
- **Tags:** #xbox #controller #console #windows #pair #sync #apply #article
- **Canonical:** http://localhost:4321/a/680001a433b428e8e107e2bb

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