To connect a wireless keyboard to PS4, navigate to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth Devices on your console, then put the keyboard into pairing mode and select it from the list on-screen.
How to connect a wireless keyboard to PS4
- Turn on your wireless keyboard and put it into pairing or discoverable mode.
- On your PS4, go to Settings from the home screen.
- Open Devices.
- Select Bluetooth Devices. The PS4 will begin scanning.
- Choose your keyboard when it appears in the list.
- If the keyboard asks for a passkey, enter 0000 and confirm. Some guides report that if the keyboard asks for a code, enter 0000.
Once paired, you can type in messages, search fields, and navigate menus. The keyboard will remain connected unless you remove it from Bluetooth Devices or pair a different keyboard.
Compatibility: which keyboards work with PS4
PS4 supports most wireless keyboards, but there are documented conflicts. One source claims PS4 supports most wireless keyboards and mice, while another says Bluetooth-only keyboards are not officially supported; these sources conflict. If the keyboard is a combo unit using a single USB transceiver for PC use, one source says that can cause compatibility problems on PS4. Additionally, special function buttons from older PS3 wireless keyboard products do not work on PS4. If the keyboard has PS3-specific buttons, one source says those special buttons cannot be used on PS4. No official support page retrieved here gave a supported-model list, firmware version, or regional limit.
For the best results, use a standard Bluetooth keyboard or a wired USB keyboard. If you prefer a wireless setup, consider a keyboard designed for console use, such as those marketed alongside wireless gaming controllers, as they are less likely to encounter pairing or function issues.
Troubleshooting wireless keyboard connection issues
If the keyboard does not appear in the Bluetooth Devices list, keep it in pairing mode and check that it is discoverable. Ensure the keyboard has fresh batteries or is fully charged. Reduce interference by moving other wireless devices away from the console and keyboard, and remove any barriers between them. If the keyboard still does not connect, try a different keyboard to rule out a hardware problem with the first one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can any wireless keyboard work on PS4?
No source documents universal compatibility. Sources conflict on whether Bluetooth-only keyboards are supported, and combo units with a single USB transceiver for PC use can cause problems.
Do I need a code to pair a keyboard with PS4?
Some guides report that the keyboard may ask for a passkey during pairing, and they list 0000 as the code to enter.
Will every keyboard button work on PS4?
No. Standard typing and navigation keys should function normally.
Where do I pair a keyboard on PS4?
Go to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth Devices on your PS4. Make sure the keyboard is in pairing mode before scanning.
