To pair a Bluetooth device with Windows, the Windows device needs to have Bluetooth. Most Windows devices already have Bluetooth built in. If a Windows device doesn't have Bluetooth, a USB Bluetooth adapter can be plugged into a USB port on the Windows device to add Bluetooth.

Learn the step for turning Bluetooth on or off in Windows using the Settings app, quick settings, and action center.

Learn how to use Bluetooth to connect your Xbox controller or headset to Windows and mobile devices.

Learn how to connect your Xbox Wireless Controller to a Windows device using USB, Bluetooth, or Xbox Wireless Adapter.

The Bluetooth icon or toggle may be missing or appear grayed out in Settings or Action Center if Windows cannot detect or enable the Bluetooth feature. When this happens, Bluetooth options may not appear, or you may not be able to turn Bluetooth on or off.

When playing Xbox games with cloud gaming, we recommend using an Xbox Wireless Controller connected via Bluetooth or USB cable. Many other types of wired and Bluetooth controllers can also work for cloud gaming.

This article covers most common issues related to Bluetooth such as Bluetooth not pairing, Bluetooth audio issues, missing Bluetooth and more, along with step-by-step troubleshooting solutions for each.

Find out how to connect a compatible headset to your Xbox console or Xbox Wireless Controller.

Download and install the latest Bluetooth driver for Windows 10.

Find out how to play games from your console on another device. Connect directly to your console wherever you are through the web, using your mobile device, smart TV, handheld device, or PC.