7 Power User Hacks to Get the Most Out of Your PlayStation 5
If, like many, you enjoy exploring the depths of your PlayStation 5 and get that adrenaline rush each time you uncover a new hack, then you’re in for a treat! We have compiled a list of some power user hacks that will help you get the most out of your PS5.
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1. Use Your TV’s Remote to Navigate Your PS5
If you don’t like using your DualSense controller to navigate your PS5, then you have probably considered getting the PS5 Media remote. But why spend extra cash on this accessory when you can use your television’s remote to navigate your PS5?
To enable this feature, go toSettings > System > HDMI > Enable HDMI Device Link. You can now use your TV’s remote to control your PS5. However, that’s not all you can do with this feature enabled!
UnderEnable HDMI Device Link, you’ll find other options you can enable to turn on your PS5 and TV simultaneously while automatically switching its input to your console by pressing thePS buttonon your DualSense controller. All you need to do is selectEnable One-Touch Play.
Furthermore, it’s possible to also toggle onEnable Power Linkto turn off your TV and put your PS5 in rest mode using the power button on your TV remote.
2. Enable Voice Command, Chat Transcription, and Dictate Your Messages on Your PS5
You will love this hack if you enjoy using voice assistants like Siri, Google Assistant, or Alexa to perform tasks. With theVoice Commandfeature enabled on your PS5, you could speak into your DualSense’s controller built-in mic to open games, apps, or settings.
To enable this feature, go toSettings > Voice Command (Preview) > Enable Voice Command. You can also enableListen for “Hey PlayStation!”to use the phrase“Hey PlayStation”as a wake-up command for theVoice Commandfeature.
Additionally, if you prefer reading text conversations to listening to them, you can enableChat Transcription. This feature will convert voice chats into text and display them on the screen. To enableChat Transcription, go toSettings > Accessibility > Chat Transcription > Enable Chat Transcription.
Lastly, you may dictate messages to your friends by selecting themic iconin the message box and speaking into the mic. This also works when searching for games, apps, and settings.
3. Type Faster Using Your DualSense Controller’s Touchpad
Typing on your PlayStation 5 can be very annoying and time-consuming. If, for some reason, you do not want to dictate your message by speaking into your controller’s mic, you can use the touchpad to type faster.
All you need to do is use one of your fingers to glide over the touchpad, and it will reflect the movement on your on-screen keyboard, just like a mouse cursor. Alternatively, you can press L3 and R3 simultaneously to use the controller’s motion sensors to move the pointer on your on-screen keyboard.
4. Access the Secret Browser on Your PS5
If you have ever tried to access the web from your PS5, and then felt frustrated after navigating through the user interface and not finding a dedicated web browser app?
And, although there aren’t many reasons you’d want to use the web browser on your console, it doesn’t hurt to know it exists and how to access it.
Toaccess the hidden web browser on your PS5, tap the PS button on your DualSense controller to access theControl Center. SelectGame Base, go to yourMessages, pick any friend (chat), typegoogle.com, and hitSend.
Use the left analog stick to hover over theGoogle.comlink in the chat, and press X to access Google. From here, you can search and navigate the web.
Now, let’s say you are stuck in a game and need to use a guide on YouTube to get the workaround. You can conveniently pin the YouTube video on the side while you play the game. To do this, openYouTubeusing the web browser.
Search for the YouTube video, press the Options button on your DualSense controller, and selectPin to Sideto pin the video. You can now launch your game while the video plays on the side.
5. The PS5’s Console Sharing Feature
One of the perks of owning physical copies of games is that you can easily share them with your friends. However, did you know you can also share your digital games with your friends at no extra cost to you or them?
The PS5’sConsole Sharingfeature lets you share your collection of digital games with other PS5 users. All you need to do isenable Game Sharing on your PlayStation 5to share your games with close friends and family members to play on their consoles. Furthermore, it is worth mentioning that you can alsoshare your PS5 games with friends using Share Play.
6. Edit Your PS5 Screenshots
Chances are, you already knowhow to capture screenshots on your PS5using the DualSense controller’s Create button. But you may not know that there’s a range of image editing tools available to help you add a personal touch to your screenshots.
For example, you can place text on your screenshots for easier identification. To do this, go to theMedia Libraryon the home screen, hover over the desired screenshot, and press X to access theEditoption. From here, you can select theAdd Texttool and start editing your screenshot. Additionally, you can crop the image and change the text’s color, position, scale, and format.
7. Use Safe Mode and Clear Cache to Solve Your PS5 Problems
One of the easiest and most effective ways to solve some of the most common PS5 problems like connectivity issues or game crashes is to boot the console into Safe Mode and clear the cache. This helps clear junk data and troubleshoot many software issues you may face.
To enterSafe Mode, make sure your PS5 is off and press and hold the power button until you hear two beeps. Then, use the DualSense controller to selectClear Cache and Rebuild Database > Clear System Software Cache. This PS5 power hack might not always solve all the issues, but it is a great starting point if you wish to troubleshoot any software-related problem.
Get the Most Out of Your PlayStation 5 With These Power User Hacks
Your PS5 is a powerful gaming machine packed with features to help you get the most out of your gaming experience. The power user hacks mentioned above are just a few tricks and tips you can use to enhance your gaming experience.
So, the next time you power up your console, don’t forget to try these tricks.
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