There is a way to connect a PS3 controller to a Mac.The process for connecting the PS3 controller to your computer varies for certain operating systems, so make sure to check your operating system version to confirm which method to use by opening the Apple menu from the top left corner of your Mac's screen, clicking "About this Mac", and reviewing
Step 1: If you don't want to, you can detach your PS3 (optional).
If you have a PS3 it will prevent you from connecting to your Mac.
Step 2: You can open it by clicking the Apple menu.
There is an Apple-shaped icon in the top left corner of your Mac's screen.
Step 3: Click "System Preferences" after which you can click the "Bluetooth" tab.
This will open your menu.If your detection isn't already on, you can turn it on by clicking the button in your menu.
Step 4: Plug the PS3 controller's cable into your Mac.
The side of your Mac's case is where this should go.
Step 5: The controller has a button on it.
The button in the middle of the controller is circular.
Step 6: Wait for the controller to show up.
Your PS3 controller is connected when the phrase "PLAYSTATION(R)3 Controller" is displayed.You can remove the cable at this point.You shouldn't have to use theusb for anything other than charging your controller with your mac since the controller is connected via bluetooth.
Step 7: You can use your PS3 controller to play any game of your choice.
Although there aren't many games for Mac, your PS3 controller should work with them.
Step 8: The PS3 can be disconnected.
If you have a PS3 it will prevent your controller from trying to sync with your Mac.
Step 9: The PS3 controller needs to be off.
To turn off the controller, hold down the PS3 button and select "Turn off controller".The reset hole is near the L2 button.
Step 10: Attach the PS3 controller's cable to your computer.
The side of your Mac's case is where this should be located.
Step 11: You can open it by clicking the Apple menu.
The top left corner of your Mac's screen has an Apple-shaped icon.
Step 12: Click "System Preferences" after which you can click the "Bluetooth" tab.
This will open your menu.If your detection isn't already on, click the "On" and "Discoverable" buttons to turn it on.
Step 13: Hold down the button for a few seconds.
The red light next to the PS3 button indicates that the controller's default sync settings have been reset.
Step 14: Unplug the PS3 controller from the Mac.
You should be able to sync your PS3 controller to your Mac.
Step 15: The "+" button can be found in the bottom left corner of the menu.
You will be asked to enter an access code.
Step 16: "0000" is entered into the window.
Click "Pair" when you're done to exclude the quotation marks.This will say "Accept" on some operating systems.
Step 17: The PS3 controller's name can be found in theBluetooth Preferences window.
"PLAYSTATION(R)3 controller" should be displayed.
Step 18: You can click the gear icon.
This can be found at the bottom of the menu.
Step 19: You can add to favorites and update services.
This will make sure that your Mac's settings are locked for your PS3 controller.
Step 20: You can use your PS3 controller to play any game you want.
Although there aren't many games for Mac, your PS3 controller should work with them.