once you get it connected, if you get it connected, you want to download a program called " GamePad Companion". after you have it downloaded it'll show up in system preferences at the bottom in the section called "other". then if you need watch another video on how to get the controls set.
sweet, it worked !! I've tried it a thousand times before but it never worked! The tip with the reset button is awesome (didn't even know that button existed). cheers dan, thumbs up from me...
Marley Fernandes i had to buy this program for my imac called: controller mapper for 4.99. it works with this program and the ps3 controller is on and is flashing. no probs since this software was installed
i have imac 2013 with Yosemite i cannot get it to connect.. The ps3 lights always flash. Bluetooth only shows (playstation(R)controller) in the menu bar but not in the preferences. I tried the paper clip but it didn't help me.
If you have a DualShock 4 works perfectly on Mac. Step 1: Go to Bluetooth Step 2: Press and hold the PS button and the SHARE button Step 3: When is bliking the lights stop pressing and will imediately apear on the Mac in Bluetooth preference Step 4: Click the Controller option and done It works on OS X Yosemite specialy on Mac mini 2014 in the game Call of Duty Black Ops download from the App Store. If you have any questions please leave me down below.
Alonso Cardona yes I got to the part where it shows wireless controller on the bluetooth preference and it has pair but when I press the pair button it has a waiting symbol
Thank you for this great tutorial! This has provided me with a better way to play I Am Bread!!! Also more content for my channel! I promise guys this really works! Plus with an AppleTV you can play on the couch withAirPlay because of the Bluetooth and not cable feature!
To those watching this video just remember that after you connect your ps3 controller in order to verify it working you must go to the specific emulator you are using it for and configure the controller from the emulator. Once configured test the controller out on the emulator game for example. Playstation emulator epsxe use the controller and configure as you would like it to be done. The red flashing lights up top where it shows which player you are won't be specific. All of the flashing lights with consistently be on. This is okay as it does not matter which controller you have just as you remember which controller is player 1 or 2 etc. As it is configured and you are running the iso on the epsxe (just an example) press the buttons and make sure your character is moving as you configured it to move. THIS IS HOW YOU KNOW IF IT WORKS. To connect controller follow this video as it is correct. I can make a video to show as an example if anyone would like and I support this video 100% as I have followed it and it has worked.
See that's the thing... I have it set up on Open Emu and everything though I can't actually get "into" the game using the controller. If that makes any sense. It does do the whole blinking on the top thing and the emulator actually has the controller in there but none of the buttons work.
For everyone who is confused, you need to also get mapping software for it to actually work. This is just how to connect the controller, but if you actually want to use it for games, you need software. The one I have sucks and I don't want to plug them because I don't want anyone to even hear their name. If you have a good program, reply to this so I know.
Well I've tried just about everything and i don't know why it won't work. Have a Macbook Pro Retina Display, and a PS3 with both wireless controllers. My bluetooth refuses to even pick up the controller so I don't even get to the point where it asks for a code. It just sits there and circles around and disappears, then starts circling again. Nothing shows up. Any tips? I'm running OSX Yosemite btw.
hello dan, i have followed ur tutorial and i do have questions.. - my ps3 controller is connected to my MAC but it doesnt show in the bluetooth searching device box... though its says connected.. i still cant play any games... any other suggestion?
mine came up just like yours saying ps3 controller and is connected, but I'm just wondering if it should be able to move the mouse because its not doing that
hi. if I try to disconnect my bluetooth, and I can't reconnected back, because my mouse and keyboard dos not work anymore to my iMac. and to reconnected I have to restart manually my iMac.what other option do I have?
OSX maverick and worked thanks and it also worked with 4 controller so now I'm inviting friends over and we all are playing just fine so yet again thanks!!! :)
What if both my mouse and keyboard are bluetooth controlled? If I turn bluetooth off then wouldn't that render my computer useless until I get a cable mouse of which I don't have?
are the red lights supposed ti keep flashing? and also the pc bluetooth keeps asking me for the pairing passcode although i already entered 0000 and pressed the 'pair' button once... please help.
soooo i have a subsonic neo which is an awesome 3rd party controller that doesn't require a dongal or anything like that, it is bluetooth..... but i cannot get it to sync at all :(
I've tried everything I can think of, too. I get no pairing request. I've been reading help threads for an hour and there's no mention of this problem. At least I'm not the only one. :(
@@deserted5799 damn, 4 years ago? that’s crazy... i don’t remember how i do it, i think it automaticly connected. it was 4 years ago anyway (in was 12, a month I will turn 17)
it works fine when im in tv mode but when i start game the controller is useless i cant do anything with it?! the game is left 4 dead 2 and it shows the controller picture on it so i think it should work but it doesnt..
after i set it up it just flashes the 4 redlights really fast but wont let me use it? it wont even connect? is that my controller or am i missing a step?
it doesnt work but the bluetooth say a number i thinks the controller but when i try to plug in the controller again it doesnt active (the red light doesnt lightup)
it's connected to my mac via bluetooth , but i can't use it on games now , when i open the game on mac and i try to click the controller button nothing happen at all
my controller says it aint paired but keeps opening up steam when i press home button on my controller and it doesn't light up on the mac but luckily it still does on my ps3.
a good application to put it to use is joystick mapper, its good for a bunch of types of controllers
With this new update, there is not longer a plus in the bluetooth preference... help
+edgardoruless123 it will pop up on its own
Use joystick mapper. Its on the app store but you can torrent it.
once you get it connected, if you get it connected, you want to download a program called " GamePad Companion". after you have it downloaded it'll show up in system preferences at the bottom in the section called "other". then if you need watch another video on how to get the controls set.
sweet, it worked !! I've tried it a thousand times before but it never worked! The tip with the reset button is awesome (didn't even know that button existed). cheers dan, thumbs up from me...
it says connected but my controller will not turn on even though it says it is connected
Marley Fernandes i had to buy this program for my imac called: controller mapper for 4.99. it works with this program and the ps3 controller is on and is flashing. no probs since this software was installed
Mine is the same way
EpicGamerDude have you tried the ps4 controller? if so let me know if that works as well
Enjoyable is free and I hope this helps you. Download from the web.
2:39 it sounds like you're saying plug it out , you have to say plug it IN ...
i have imac 2013 with Yosemite i cannot get it to connect..
The ps3 lights always flash.
Bluetooth only shows (playstation(R)controller) in the menu bar but not in the preferences.
I tried the paper clip but it didn't help me.
Same ;(
i worked it out ages ago i know on Steam it automatically reads the ps2 controller :)
thx
:)
doesn't matter what computer you use... You're just a gamer, and always real. Because all humans are real.
Thanks. Can 2 PS3 controllers be wirelessly connected to the same Mac? For 2 player gaming?
Good question though. Can Motion controllers be connected the same way as PS3 controller?
ok so how do we assign keyboard buttons to the ps3 controller buttons/sticks?
in the bluethoot it says that the playstation controller is on but the controller is off
If you have a DualShock 4 works perfectly on Mac.
Step 1: Go to Bluetooth
Step 2: Press and hold the PS button and the SHARE button
Step 3: When is bliking the lights stop pressing and will imediately apear on the Mac in Bluetooth preference
Step 4: Click the Controller option and done
It works on OS X Yosemite specialy on Mac mini 2014 in the game Call of Duty Black Ops download from the App Store.
If you have any questions please leave me down below.
I am trying to sync but it isnt appearing on the bluetooth preference
You are holding the PS button and the share button at the same time.
?
Alonso Cardona
yes I got to the part where it shows wireless controller on the bluetooth preference and it has pair but when I press the pair button it has a waiting symbol
W Fenimore Have you found i solution, because i have the same problem.
lol if i turn off blue tooth i won't be able to do anything cuz my mouse is bluetooth lol
The Destined Outlawz samr
would this work for any bluetooth controller? because i tried this with my gamestick controller and it didn't work
Worked on El Capitan 10.11.6 Thank you so much. The reset button was the trick
Thank you for this great tutorial! This has provided me with a better way to play I Am Bread!!! Also more content for my channel! I promise guys this really works!
Plus with an AppleTV you can play on the couch withAirPlay because of the Bluetooth and not cable feature!
prettyy sure i broke by contoller
Thanks, Dan it actually does work for me, thanks again for your help.
this works. if you don't know how to use it then try finishing some kind of school first
Is this a force feedback controller? I have a Mac Book Pro Retina, running a helicopter simulation (Hellfire Squadron), and need such a controller.
how do you acctualy use the controller
I have Yosemite and its got a different setup on the bluetooth preference? can someone help?
MegaRhino101 same here but mines is a MacBook Air
Jasmine James to a high school
If you have a Assassin's Creed 2 on the imac
can you used the duelshock to play the game?
Thanks for the video, i just bought a PS3 controller i have tried all possible things but it seems it's not working can you help in any way?
Can u make a tutorial on how to do this on the iPad without a jailbreak if possible
To those watching this video just remember that after you connect your ps3 controller in order to verify it working you must go to the specific emulator you are using it for and configure the controller from the emulator. Once configured test the controller out on the emulator game for example. Playstation emulator epsxe use the controller and configure as you would like it to be done. The red flashing lights up top where it shows which player you are won't be specific. All of the flashing lights with consistently be on. This is okay as it does not matter which controller you have just as you remember which controller is player 1 or 2 etc. As it is configured and you are running the iso on the epsxe (just an example) press the buttons and make sure your character is moving as you configured it to move. THIS IS HOW YOU KNOW IF IT WORKS. To connect controller follow this video as it is correct. I can make a video to show as an example if anyone would like and I support this video 100% as I have followed it and it has worked.
See that's the thing... I have it set up on Open Emu and everything though I can't actually get "into" the game using the controller. If that makes any sense. It does do the whole blinking on the top thing and the emulator actually has the controller in there but none of the buttons work.
After connecting it can we play it wirelessly? Or do we have to play the games with the controller plugged in?
its only recognising the analog sticks, down on the d-pad and L2 and R2
its connected then how do you use it
For everyone who is confused, you need to also get mapping software for it to actually work. This is just how to connect the controller, but if you actually want to use it for games, you need software. The one I have sucks and I don't want to plug them because I don't want anyone to even hear their name. If you have a good program, reply to this so I know.
Cool! It worked. But, I didn't have to search for a Bluetooth device.. Started working on the second try.. Didn't realise that it got connected.
Well I've tried just about everything and i don't know why it won't work. Have a Macbook Pro Retina Display, and a PS3 with both wireless controllers. My bluetooth refuses to even pick up the controller so I don't even get to the point where it asks for a code. It just sits there and circles around and disappears, then starts circling again. Nothing shows up. Any tips? I'm running OSX Yosemite btw.
hello dan, i have followed ur tutorial and i do have questions..
- my ps3 controller is connected to my MAC but it doesnt show in the bluetooth searching device box... though its says connected.. i still cant play any games... any other suggestion?
With the controller plugged in do u still have to use the key pad or should the controller work for that because mine does not
Can you do a tutorial on how to connect an xbox controller to mac?
Thank you
Hey very nice video, easy and simple and to understand thanks bro! And cool video effects nicely done.
Will all of the buttons work and read in a Mac game? And will vibration work?
hey thanks for the tutorial. Once your done playing how do you turn the controller off? Thanks.
+NinjaMarketing by turning the bluetooth off
+Salma Edda Genius
lol
Thanks man, It helped a lot.
NEED HELP, does this work with ur destop? please respond really need some help!
no, it only works in some type of games
I just connected it with the cord and it worked. I didn't have to do all that Bluetooth stuff
will it be connected to very game or is there a configuration to do that
You should do some videos about: how to record and make movies of games e.g minecraft
Does this technique also work on windows as well? Cause i have a iMac and a windows pc.
When you've connected the controller will it automatically be usable with every game, or how do you set that up? Please help!
it connected but the controller wont turn on
nathan Mulligan the controller on but the lights don’t show.
dan, do we have to use an official controller? or can we use a custom controller?
mine came up just like yours saying ps3 controller and is connected, but I'm just wondering if it should be able to move the mouse because its not doing that
good video! but now how do i charge my controller?
Will all games recognize the controller? and if not is there a specific process to configuring that?
PLEASE gimme a link to that background
hi. if I try to disconnect my bluetooth, and I can't reconnected back, because my mouse and keyboard dos not work anymore to my iMac. and to reconnected I have to restart manually my iMac.what other option do I have?
Thanks man.
Made playing games a lot easier now ahaha.
Dan could you try this on the iPad or iPhone!
Plz do 3 videos on how to download forge modloader and install mods on linux mac and dell! plz!
THANKS YOUR THE BEST!!!! It works great. Can I use the same concept for connecting a xbox 360 controller?
It worked for my eleven-year-old son! thank you very much, now he never uses the mouse or keyboard
it connects but it doesnt work
Bazinga MCGaming same
what about a DualShock 3
and it not working because i soon as I plug it in the controller blinks
Same
Deadlox 321 thanks but how do I get it to work with the computer?
OSX maverick and worked thanks and it also worked with 4 controller so now I'm inviting friends over and we all are playing just fine so yet again thanks!!! :)
or map it yourself in max msp or pure data
I DONT HAVE A PAPERCLIP NOOOOO
use a pencil
TheBacon King It's what I used .
or use a thumbtac
you can use an earing
XD R.I.P.
hoy do you use it?
does this only work on elmutars?
Thanks!!! you've earned my subscription good job
If you guys use Steam's Big Picture, it'll detect the ps3 controller and you'll be able to play joystick supported games! (like castle crashers)!
Does that mean you can use your controller for like Call of Duty 4?
It says i will lose all of my input devices.
What if both my mouse and keyboard are bluetooth controlled? If I turn bluetooth off then wouldn't that render my computer useless until I get a cable mouse of which I don't have?
it use to work every time for me and now it doesn't. does anyone know if it's coz one of the recent updates in software or if i'm just doing it wrong?
will it work if you want to play a game, for example skyrim?
Ok so mine says "Connected" but what next? do I just play the game or is/are there some other things I have to configure?
how u use it
are the red lights supposed ti keep flashing? and also the pc bluetooth keeps asking me for the pairing passcode although i already entered 0000 and pressed the 'pair' button once... please help.
What software do you use to record your iMac screen?
soooo i have a subsonic neo which is an awesome 3rd party controller that doesn't require a dongal or anything like that, it is bluetooth..... but i cannot get it to sync at all :(
It worked first time thanks!
may i ask if i do this will i still be able to use my ps3 controller for my ps3
I've tried everything I can think of, too. I get no pairing request. I've been reading help threads for an hour and there's no mention of this problem. At least I'm not the only one. :(
THANKYOU SOO MUCH, ITS REALY HELP. Now I can play Roblox With PS3 controller
how
how did u connect it to roblox?
@@deserted5799 damn, 4 years ago? that’s crazy... i don’t remember how i do it, i think it automaticly connected. it was 4 years ago anyway (in was 12, a month I will turn 17)
it works fine when im in tv mode but when i start game the controller is useless i cant do anything with it?! the game is left 4 dead 2 and it shows the controller picture on it so i think it should work but it doesnt..
Hey dan can you pleased Do a video on windows 8 myn runs slow as hell
after i set it up it just flashes the 4 redlights really fast but wont let me use it? it wont even connect? is that my controller or am i missing a step?
just plug it in while bluetooth is on the mac and press ps button at the same time as you plug it it
for some reason it didnt work with mine
..
it doesnt work but the bluetooth say a number i thinks the controller but when i try to plug in the controller again it doesnt active (the red light doesnt lightup)
ok so it says its connected but it still blinking should that be happening or no
Can you do this with an Apple TV?
So u can use it for ur Mac and it can still work for ur ps3? Cuz I have bouth and can it work for minecraft?
Hey just a quick question, does anyone know how to set up ps3 controller on mac vlc or any media player
it's connected to my mac via bluetooth , but i can't use it on games now , when i open the game on mac and i try to click the controller button nothing happen at all
I noticed that your account was Daniel.Well my name is Daniel too.
well uummm im using my usb mini cable but my controller is searching for my ps3 and i have bluetooth on. Should i turn my ps3 on or what please answer
my controller says it aint paired but keeps opening up steam when i press home button on my controller and it doesn't light up on the mac but luckily it still does on my ps3.
How to play steam game(portal 2) with ps3 controller on mac?
can you do a video like this but with a xbox controller
that looks like a DS recharger for the computer?
How do you set up the button mapping?
Hey it isn't working for my MacBook Pro any help