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How to Get Your Computer to Recognize a PS3 Controller

The PlayStation DualShock 3 controller allows you to play games on your PS3 via USB or Bluetooth. You can also connect the DualShock 3 controller to your PC to play video games that support controllers. However, you must first install a device driver that will allow your PC to fully recognize the DualShock 3 controller.

Instructions

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  Go to MotionInJoy.com, and download the MotionInJoy DualShock 3 driver. Depending on your operating system, you must download either the 32-bit or the 64-bit version of this driver.
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  Double-click the downloaded ZIP file to open it. Next, double-click the file inside.
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  Click "Next," and then click "Finish" to launch the MotionInJoy Gamepad Tool.
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  Connect your PS3 DualShock 3 controller using the USB cable that came with it.
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  Click the tab labeled "Driver Manager" on the MotionInJoy Gamepad Tool. Next, click "Load Driver," and then click "Install this Driver Software Anyway." You will see a "SUCCESS: Install Completed" after installing the driver. Your computer now recognizes your PS3 DualShock 3 controller.

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