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How to Turn Off PS4 Controller?

José ZapataBy José ZapataDecember 17, 2022
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The DualShock 4 controller is known for its reliability, comfort, and long-lasting nature. On average, its battery lasts between 4 and 8 hours, and the maximum battery life decreases over time.

To extend the life of the battery, it is recommended to learn how to properly turn off the controller when it is not in use.

There’re various ways to turn off your controller, either through the console’s UI or not. For example, there’s an auto turn-off feature.

Let’s see the different methods you have for PS4 controllers and the go-to method for PS5 and PCs.

Table of Contents

  • Turn Off the PS4 and The Controller with The PS Button
  • Turn Off the Controller via The Quick Menu
  • Make the Controller Shut Itself After a Period of Inactivity
  • Make the Controller Shut Itself After Shutting Down the Console
  • Turn Off the PS4 Controller on PS5 or PC

Turn Off the PS4 and The Controller with The PS Button

The sure way to shut down the peripheral is a two-part. First, turn off the console with the home screen commands, then turn off the controller.

The first part is like so: 

  1. Press the controller’s PS button for about two seconds until the Quick Menu appears. You could also press the Up button on the D-pad to go to the Function screen. ps4 ps button
  2. Go to Power.
  3. Select Power Options.
  4. Select Turn Off PS4. The process also works by selecting Rest Mode.
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The next step is shutting down the controller, which is quite simple:

  1. Press and hold the controller’s PS button for about 10 seconds until it shuts down. You can do this anytime, even if the console is on.

Turn Off the Controller via The Quick Menu

The next method is using the Quick Menu option to shut down your peripheral.

  1. Press the controller’s PS button again to open the Quick menu. Hold it for about two seconds until it appears. ps4 ps button
  2. Go to Sound/Devices.
  3. Select Turn Off Device.
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  4. Choose the controller you want to shut down.

Make the Controller Shut Itself After a Period of Inactivity

Lastly, the third method is customizing a timer that shuts down the controller after a period of inactivity.

  1. Press and hold the controller’s PS button for about two seconds, so the Quick Menu appears.
  2. Go to Sound/Devices.
  3. Go to “Set Time Until Controllers Turn Off.”
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  4. You can select 10, 30, or 60 minutes.

After making a choice, the controller will shut down after not using it for the selected time. You should only press the PS button in the middle to turn it on again.

After making this selection, once the controller is inactive for the selected time, it will turn off automatically.

Make the Controller Shut Itself After Shutting Down the Console

Like the option above, you can set an automatic timer, so the controller shuts itself after putting the console on Rest mode or turning it off.

  1. On the home screen, go to Settings. ps4 settings
  2. Select Power Save Settings. ps4 power save settings
  3. Select Set Time Until Controller Shuts Off. You can also customize a timer to turn off the PS4 automatically.
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  4. Select a timer. 

After you select a timer, the controller will shut itself after the console shuts off or goes into rest mode. 

Turn Off the PS4 Controller on PS5 or PC

You can use the PS4 controller on PS5 to play PS4 games – it won’t work on PS5 games. You can also use the PS4 controller on Windows through Steam, the PS Now app, or DS4Windows.

In any case, shutting down the controller works the same as above. You only have to push the PS button at the center for a couple of seconds to turn it off.

This is in case you’re using it via Bluetooth. If you’re using the controller through a cable, you need only to disconnect the controller to turn it off. However, press the PS button again if it’s still on after disconnecting the peripheral.  

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José Zapata
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Jose Zapata has been writing about video games at TNT for nearly 4 years. He specializes in video-game troubleshooting, gaming lists, guides, and similar content. In 2021, he created an entertainment commentary/gaming YouTube channel, and he began editing gameplay videos for semi-professional eSports players (Warzone, Rocket League, AoE, and others). However, he prefers the RPG genre, ranging from classic and turn-based like Baldur’s Gate, to modern and open-world action-RPG titles like Elden Ring. He also has a competitive side for RTS games like Age of Empires II and Age of Empires IV…not the pro skills, though! Jose has worked as a content writer for nearly a decade for various tech-related digital magazines. He also has a background as a musician, so he used to work at BegginnerGuitarHQ, where he wrote musical tutorials. Lastly, he’s proficient with video editing and image processing tools such as Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop, and he has several diplomas in audiovisual production. You can contact him at jouseup@technewstoday.com

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