How Do I Calibrate My Joysticks?

If your joysticks seem to be acting up. Sometimes they just need a simple calibration. Calibration does not repair worn out components.

You will also need to calibrate your joysticks when installing new ones.

PS5/DualSense Edge/PS4

For PS5 and PS4 controllers, you can use the free online tool to calibrate your joysticks. (This is a third-party software created by geniuses who just want to help the world!)

https://dualshock-tools.github.io/

Xbox Series X|S and Elite Series 2

For Xbox Series X|S controllers and Elite 2 controllers. You can use the Xbox Accessories app on Xbox or PC.

https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9nblggh30xj3?hl=en-US&gl=US

Nintendo Switch

For Nintendo controllers, you can calibrate your Pro and Joy-con controllers directly on a Nintendo Switch device.

Head to 'System Settings', select 'Controllers and Sensors', and look for 'Calibrate Control Stick'. Follow the prompts on the screen to calibrate your joysticks. Calibration data is stored on the Nintendo Switch, if you use another Switch, you will need to perform the calibration again.

https://www.nintendo.com/ph/support/qa/detail/35164

Scuf Envision

You will need to use the desktop application iCue. There is a ‘Calibration Wizard’ in the application, follow the steps very carefully to calibrate your joysticks and triggers!

https://customercare.scufgaming.com/hc/en-us/articles/35550378945297-How-To-Recalibrate-your-thumbsticks-and-triggers-on-Envision

Scuf Valor

The Scuf Valor controller can thankfully be calibrated without using the iCue desktop application.

https://scufgaming.com/gaming/products/scuf-products/valor-pro/?srsltid=AfmBOoqGy6gNTT1NlKaFJFYlyT3du9zKr757wVXpGqApYj3d_4vXJXpJ

A lot of controllers unfortunately can not be calibrated via software. They require manual calibration. Which can be difficult, tricky and sometimes not possible. Manual calibration will never be as good as software calibration. You can thank the mega corporations that hate when we repair our own devices. If your device requires manual calibration, we highly recommend seeking a professional for help.

Here is a quick list of some of the controllers that require manual calibration.

• Xbox One

• Xbox Elite 1

• Xbox Scuf Instinct (You can replace the circuit board to activate calibration)

• Xbox Scuf Prestige

• Scuf Vantage

• etc.

The list goes on and on. If your favorite controller offers software calibration, consider yourself lucky!