{"id":10617,"date":"2022-06-01T07:05:59","date_gmt":"2022-06-01T07:05:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getonstream.com\/?p=10617"},"modified":"2022-10-18T18:24:24","modified_gmt":"2022-10-18T18:24:24","slug":"how-to-stop-an-xbox-series-x-controller-turning-off-automatically","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getonstream.com\/how-to-stop-an-xbox-series-x-controller-turning-off-automatically\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Keep Xbox Controller From Turning Off – [Solved]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Xbox controller is one of the most loved controllers out of all the consoles. It just seems to fit perfectly in your hands. While the Series X controller has some improvements compared to its predecessors it does have its problems. One problem lots of users have been facing is their controller turning off automatically<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Xbox Series X Controller<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

For most people, this isn’t a problem as it helps to save their batteries if they have stopped using the console. However, there are some situations where this energy-saving feature causes problems.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, if you like to use the headphone jack on the Xbox Series X controller to use headphones and watch a movie, you likely won’t be hitting any buttons on the controller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This means that every 15 mins of inactivity your controller will turn off and you will lose audio. This obviously isn’t ideal if you want to enjoy a movie. Let’s take a look and see if there is a way to stop your Xbox Series X controller from turning off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Stop Xbox Controller From Turning Off<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best way to stop your Xbox controller from turning off during periods of inactivity is to plug it in using a USB cable. When the controller is plugged into a USB port on your console it will stay on until your Xbox is turned off.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You likely came to this article hoping for a setting that you could adjust in the Xbox series X menu however that is not the case. Unfortunately, Microsoft did not include a setting allowing you to leave the controller on until your console is turned off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is likely due to the fact that your controller batteries would run down very quickly if you ever forgot to turn your console off overnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, if you want to keep your Xbox Series X controller on the best option is to connect it to your console with the USB cable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Is My Xbox Controller Turning Off Immediately After I Turn It On?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your controller is turning off immediately after you turn it on there is some other problem happening that is not related to power saving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most likely issue is battery level. There is a good chance that your controller has simply run out of battery. The Xbox Series X controller is powered by two AA batteries. Get a new pair and add them to your controller and it should power up like normal again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A second problem is that your controller is not connecting to your Xbox Series X console for some reason. If that is the case, we recommend resetting your controller and re-connecting it to your console. We have outlined how to reset your controller below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Reset Your Xbox Series X Controller<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Follow the steps below to reset your Xbox Series X\/S controller:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Turn off the Xbox control completely by holding down the Xbox button for a few seconds<\/li>
  2. Turn on your console and click on the pairing button on the front of your console<\/li>
  3. When the power button on the console starts to flash, click on the pairing button on the back of your controller<\/li>
  4. Once connected the Xbox button light will stay solid<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    You have now successfully reset your controller and re-connected it to your console. You can now happily enjoy playing your games with the Xbox Series X controller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Update Your Xbox & Controller Firmware<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    If your controller is still struggling to connect or is repeatedly disconnecting you may need to update your console or controller. Follow the steps below to do both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How To Update Xbox Series X<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
    1. Make sure that your console is connected to the internet, and then press the Xbox<\/strong> button \ue3e3 to open the guide.<\/li>
    2. Select Profile & system<\/strong>> Settings<\/strong> > System<\/strong> > Updates<\/strong>.<\/li>
    3. Under Updates<\/strong>, you’ll see: