Let’s face it, nothing can be a buzzkill than a slow PlayStation controller or a controller that is not responding in general! What a waste of good leisure time!
As we talked before about some PlayStation 5 problems, there are some in the PlayStation 4 console as well!
We have received many concerns about the PS4 R2 button not responding or lagging most of the time, and it’s one of the common problems in the PS4 console!
Before you get so triggered and toss away your controller from the window, let us help you with some simple steps to fix your controller.
What are controllers’ R2 buttons?
In the majority of modern games that require the use of these buttons to target or shoot a weapon, R2 buttons are known as trigger buttons.
The R2 button is pressed to fire in these games according to the standard convention. While this varies every game, you will find that this is a fairly common shooter control mechanism.
What are the common reasons your PS4 controller is not responding?
- The controller’s battery is dead.
- The controller was recently connected to another device, such as a PS4 or a PC.
- The controller is no longer linked through Bluetooth because it is too far away from your PlayStation.
- Your controller’s Micro-USB cable is either broken or unplugged from the console.
- Because of the PlayStation’s Power Save settings, the controller was turned off.
- The controller has one or more broken or dysfunctional buttons.
If you face any of these problems with your controller, bring it to Phone Repair & More and we can help you!
We can fix it for you or even sell you a new one at an affordable price!
What are the common reasons your PS4 R2 button is not responding?
The R2 button can be damaged for various reasons. If you don’t take proper care of your controller, you’re more likely to face problems with the R2 button.
Mishandling the controller, for example, can cause internal damage. Holding it with sweaty hands could also damage it as sweat can go inside the buttons and cause issues to them!
Some people eat while playing games and holding the controller with sticky hands, this could also be a problem that can cause issues with the buttons.
To ensure that the buttons last a long time, keep the controller in its proper place and use it with clean hands and low holding pressure.
Other reasons why the R2 button is not responding are that the plunger on the inside of the button may be cracked, the button switch may be loose, or the button switch may be dirty or damaged.
Related: What to do if my PS4 controller was dropped in water?
Furthermore, the PS4 controller’s trigger breaks because the silicone adhesive pad beneath the trigger buttons wears out or cracks.
These pads can be replaced with a PS4 rubber conductive silicone kit.
How do you fix the R2 button problem?
Examine the controller
The gamepad tester is the best way to tighten the button on your controller.
Connect your computer to the controller, go to the website, and check if the device is fully registered.
If they record 1.0, that’s great because it means that the triggers are still working.
If they have problems, they will most likely be around 0.5 or even lower!
R2 Buttons are being repaired
We know that the trigger buttons are somewhat functional. The controller must then be opened and the silicon conductive pads L2 and R2 replaced.
These can be found beneath the controls and the digital sensor.
Choose the pads based on the PS4 generation
You might think there is just one sort of PS4 controller, but there are several, and only certain PS4 controllers work with them.
There are five generations of PS4 controllers, each with minor differences.
V1 and V2 are the most common PS4 controllers. The new controller generation has been released to improve the quality of the trigger buttons.
The CUH-ZCT1 model series is used by the older generation, whereas the CUH-ZCT21 is used by the new generation. This series usually includes three different controller variants.
If you feel that these steps are overwhelming, you can come to us and we can fix it for you, you better let the experts do it at this point!
FAQs:
How to fix PS4 controller trigger sensitivity?
You’ll need to save the update file to a USB device after downloading it from Sony’s website. Once you’ve got the update file on your USB device, you’re ready to go.
Go to Settings > System > Software Update after inserting it into your PS4. The update will then begin to download on your PS4.
How do you adjust the sensitivity on your PS4?
You will be required to access the settings menu. You may alter the sensitivity of the left and right sticks, as well as the triggers, from there. If necessary, you can also change the dead zones for each of these settings.
How do you fix PS4 R2 pressed issue?
When you remove the button and look underneath it, you’ll notice a flat slat extending straight out. It’s the slat itself that presses against the rubber. On some aftermarket triggers, it’s too long, thus filing that slat down a millimeter or so should work fine.
How do you fix the delay button on your PS4?
On the back of the controller, you can find a small reset button, use a sharp object to press that button to reset the connection.
Connect your controller to your PS4 console via a USB cord. Turn on the console and press the PS button on the controller to sync the two devices.
So, to ensure you get the best out of your leisure time and to have a nice time playing with your PlayStation 4, you can visit our store anytime to check on your controllers or the console in general!
We’re happy to help you have a better playing time!
