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How to Correctly Calibrate an Xbox One Controller on Windows 11
Eliminate any lags and inconsistencies with accurate calibration
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Since Windows has emerged as a preferred gaming platform, it’s all the more important to identify its gaming-oriented features. And one of these is the ability to calibrate an Xbox One controller on Windows 11.
With the built-in manual calibration, you can get rid of drift, random movements, or performance issues and effectively align the X, Y, and Z axes. If the available options don’t work, you can always use a third-party Xbox One controller calibration tool. Let’s find out!
How do I calibrate my Xbox controller on Windows 11?
Before you proceed, make sure to connect the controller to the PC andupdate the Xbox One controller’s driver. While you are at it, install any available firmware updates as well.
1. Using the Windows built-in calibration utility
Remember, you can similarlycalibrate a Logitech Extreme 3D Pro Joystickif that, too, is a part of your gaming setup.
2. From the Steam settings
Enabling or disabling theXbox Configuration Supportoption depends totally on the game you are playing as sometimes it can cause issues likeController acting like a mouse.
3. With a third-party tool
The third-party calibration tools for game controllers aren’t as effective as the built-in Windows wizard or Steam. But if you still want to use one,Gamepad Testeris the most reliable option.
Remember, you may encounter some inconsistencies with respect to the axis values, or theXbox controller may not be detected. The website lists some effective measures in the FAQ section that should help.
Troubleshooting issues with controllers on Windows 11
While the built-inGame Device Calibrationutility comes in handy when eliminating minor misconfiguration, it won’t be as useful for major flaws. And in that case, getting a new Xbox One controller is the best option.
If you are considering purchasing one, check our curated list of thebest Xbox controllers.
For any queries about calibrating Xbox One controllers in Windows 11, drop a comment below, and we will get back to you.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
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Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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