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GAMEPAD TESTER · DUALSHOCK DIAGNOSTICS
PS4 Controller Test
Test your DualShock 4 buttons, thumbsticks, D-pad, analog triggers and compatible vibration in one live browser dashboard. Inspect stick drift, track input coverage and download a useful report.
Live controller view10-second drift checkL2 / R2 travelButton coverage
Start PS4 Controller Test ↗PLAYSTATION-STYLE INPUT LAB
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INPUT / ANALYSIS / EXPORT
01 · LIVE CONNECTION
● Awaiting controllerDualShock 4 Controller Tester
Connect with a micro-USB data cable or pair by Bluetooth, then press a controller button to activate browser detection.
DEVICE DETECTEDNo gamepad connectedConnect the controller and press Cross (×).
Buttons covered0 / 17Visible standard inputs
Press events0Distinct transitions
Left offset0.0%Current X / Y radius
Right offset0.0%Current X / Y radius
LIVE DUALSHOCK 4 VIEWERNO INPUT
Press a button on your connected DualShock 4.
● Blue/pink highlight = active inputOrange outline = detected previously
02 · STICK HEALTH
Analog Stick Drift and Deadzone Analyzer
Watch each stick move across an X/Y map. The orange ring is an adjustable visual deadzone reference, not a hardware setting.
Left Analog Stick
X 0.000Y 0.000Radius 0.0%
Right Analog Stick
X 0.000Y 0.000Radius 0.0%
GUIDED MEASUREMENT
10-Second Resting Drift Test
Place your controller on a stable surface and release both thumbsticks. Start the timer and leave the controller untouched for ten seconds.
10.0s
Left mean offset—
Right mean offset—
Peak offset—
Samples0
This visual test cannot diagnose the internal sensor or physically calibrate a controller.
03 · ANALOG INPUTS
Trigger Response and Vibration Checker
DualShock 4 Rumble Test
Send a brief, moderate-strength vibration request if this controller and browser expose an actuator.
A failed browser test does not establish motor failure.04 · INPUT INSPECTOR
Raw Controller Data and Event History
View every browser-exposed button and axis index. This is especially useful for controllers with nonstandard mapping or remapping software.
Analog Axes
Connect a controller to view values.
Raw Buttons
Recent Presses
No events recorded.
05 · CONNECTION GUIDE
How to Connect and Test a PS4 DualShock 4 Controller
Start with a USB data cable for a straightforward connection, or pair a compatible DualShock 4 through your operating system's Bluetooth settings.
- Connect a micro-USB data cable, or use the Share and PS buttons to put the controller into Bluetooth pairing mode.
- Open this page and press Cross, Circle, Square or Triangle.
- Check the live button grid and compare each press with the DualShock 4 diagram.
- Move both sticks, press L3/R3 and pull each trigger gradually.
If the controller appears as an Xbox device, check whether software such as DS4Windows is presenting a virtual controller to your browser.
IMAGE 01 / CONNECTION GUIDEConnect Your DualShock 4Insert your WordPress image URL in data-image-urlUSB · BLUETOOTH · BROWSER
06 · TESTING GUIDE
How to Check PS4 Stick Drift, L2/R2 and Button Faults
Slow, repeatable checks are more useful than quickly pressing every button at once. Watch for a thumbstick that does not return close to centre and triggers that fail to return to their resting values.
- Run the ten-second test with both sticks untouched.
- Rotate each stick gently to inspect movement and range.
- Press L2 and R2 individually, then compare their full travel.
- Press each face button and D-pad direction one at a time.
A browser can show input behaviour but cannot identify physical causes, assess battery capacity, or guarantee that every special DualShock 4 feature is exposed.
IMAGE 02 / STICK DIAGNOSTICSAnalyze Drift and TriggersInsert your WordPress image URL in data-image-urlX / Y · L2 / R2 · RUMBLE
07 · CONTROLLER FEATURES
What This PS4 Controller Tester Can Check
Face Buttons and D-pad
Inspect Cross, Circle, Square, Triangle, directional inputs, shoulder buttons and stick clicks when standard mapping is available.
Analog Stick Position
Review live axes, the direction of stick movement and visible offsets relative to the centre.
Trigger Travel
Track L2 and R2 as the browser exposes their values, typically from 0 at rest to 1 when fully pressed.
Touchpad Click
Some browsers expose the touchpad's click as an extra button. Multi-touch gestures and surface coordinates generally aren't available through standard mapping.
Vibration
Send one short rumble command where the Gamepad API's optional vibration feature is supported.
Browser Limitations
Light bar colour, battery health, speaker output, headphone jack and motion sensor readings generally need platform-specific tools or the console itself.
08 · TROUBLESHOOTING
PS4 Controller Not Detected or Responding?
Nothing appears in the browser
Try a different data-capable USB cable, reconnect Bluetooth, press a button with this tab focused, then check another browser.
The wrong controller name appears
Virtual controller tools can present DualShock inputs as an Xbox or generic pad. Choose the correct device or review your remapping software.
Inputs feel inconsistent
Compare raw values with the visual diagram and test the same controller in a game or official console settings.
Rumble is unavailable
Optional actuator APIs may be blocked or unsupported. Try a game with vibration enabled before assuming hardware damage.
09 · COMMON QUESTIONS
PS4 Controller Test FAQs
How do I test a PS4 controller online?
Connect the DualShock 4 using a data-capable micro-USB cable or Bluetooth, press a button, then inspect the controller viewer, button grid and stick diagnostics.
Does this support DualShock 4 V1 and V2?
Both revisions may work wherever the operating system and browser expose them through the Gamepad API. The available inputs can vary.
Can I detect stick drift?
You can observe resting offsets and use the ten-second sampling test, but the browser cannot identify the exact cause of an offset.
Can I test the DualShock touchpad?
Some browsers expose touchpad click as an extra button. Touch gestures and precise finger coordinates are not consistently available in the standard browser mapping.
Why is my controller shown as an Xbox gamepad?
Some operating systems and compatibility applications present a virtual XInput controller. The name reflects the browser-facing device, not necessarily the physical hardware.
Can I test L2 and R2 analog input?
Yes, for standard mapped controllers. The live bars and maximum-observed readings help you compare each trigger.
Why is vibration not working?
The optional Gamepad vibration interface is not available for every controller and browser combination. A failed request does not prove a faulty motor.
Can I check the PS4 controller battery?
Not reliably through the standard Gamepad API. Check battery information on the PS4 or another supported system tool instead.
Does this work on phones and tablets?
The page layout works on mobile, but gamepad access depends on your browser, operating system and Bluetooth or USB compatibility.
Are my controller results uploaded?
This widget processes readings locally and creates downloadable files in the browser. Other website scripts or analytics may have separate privacy policies.
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