Netflix is a great way to watch your favorite movies and TV shows without interruption. However, there may be times when you want to disable your controller so, that you can enjoy the show without interruption.
There are times when you are watching a movie on Netflix and accidentally press any button of your ps5 controller that rewinds it or fast-forwards it. This guide will explain how to turn off the controller while watching Netflix.
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Turn Off PS5 Controller While Watching Netflix
To turn off your controller while watching Netflix, you will need to use the following steps:
- Go to Settings.
- Go to Personal Info
- Select Device Management.
- Select Turn on Controller
- The PS5 controller will be turned off automatically once done.
- Please note that only the PS5 controller is turned off, not your phone.
- You can still watch Netflix when you are done with the tutorial above.
- To turn on your PS5 controller again.
Follow the steps given above and follow the same procedure you used in step 4.
How To Turn On PS5 Controller While Watching Netflix
To turn on your ps 5 controllers while watching Netflix, you will need to use the following steps:
- Go to Settings.
- Go to Personal Info
- Select Device Management.
- Choose Turn on Controller.
PS5 Controller Not Working?
When users try to use their PS5 controllers for streaming services like Netflix, they face problems with it. Some have no issues, while others have to restart their devices or even unplug their controller to solve it.
If still, happening to you, then there is a possibility that your PS5 controllers are not working correctly and need a fix.
- Plugin your controller into the USB port and check if the system recognizes it.
- If it is, then try restarting your PS5 console.
- Open Settings and go to Devices > Controller > Pair controller.
- If you see a message saying “Unpair Controller,” simply select OK to continue.
- Press and hold on PS5 controllers > Unplug/Re-plug until you see a message saying “Connected” in the bottom right corner of your screen, indicating that it has been connected successfully.
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