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How to Use a PS3 Controller on a Desktop PC

The PlayStation 3 (PS3) controller offers many desirable features, such as Dualshock 3 and Sixaxis technologies. PlayStation 3 gamers can easily transfer use of their controllers to their own personal computers. By simply downloading and installing a driver, anyone can use a PS3 controller as a joystick on his PC. The website Quick Jump offers the driver download on its website. With this simple download process, you can begin playing computer games with your favorite controller in minutes.

Things You'll Need

PlayStation 3 controller driver
WinRAR archiver

Instructions

- 1
  Load the download page, located on the Quick Jump website. Scroll down the page until you see an orange button that says "Download." Click the button to initialize the download process.
- 2
  Open the downloaded folder with WinRAR. Click the file name "libusb-win32-filter-bin-0.1.10.1.exe." Follow the installation wizard to install the program.
- 3
  Connect the PlayStation 3 controller to your computer through the controller's USB charger.
- 4
  Return to the download folder and run the file "ps3sixasis_en.exe." Only click the file once, as it will open a background process with no visible windows.
- 5
  Press the "PS" button on the controller to sync the controller to your computer. Verify the device is working by opening the Control Panel and opening your device list. The computer will recognize the controller as a joystick.

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