Can I wash my controller?

Alcohol wipes are preferable to soapy water because not only is alcohol a disinfectant, the wipes don't risk of dripping moisture or soap residue into your controller. (If you do not have alcohol wipes, you can soak a lint-free cloth in a mixture of mild dish soap and warm water.
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What is the best way to clean a Xbox controller?

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2: Only use a soft cloth dampened with an IPA solution 70% or less, Formula 409 All-Purpose Cleaner, Windex Glass Cleaner, or Dawn (or other mild dish soap) and water. Do not use disinfectant wipes.
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How do you clean a stinky controller?

Apply lemongrass oil or any of your favorite essential oil all over the controller and wipe it with regular household glass cleaner. Most of the odd smell from the materials will go away. If there is any sponge pad or rubber cushions, do the treatment multiple times.
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Can sweat damage a controller?

Then I saw this reddit post of a user who performed a teardown of two separate defective controllers and found that on both controlelrs some of the the internal IR LEDs had been corroded and broken by sweat.
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Can you clean a controller with water?

You can use a soft, lint-free cloth dampened with a little bit of mild soap and water, or better still, premoistened alcohol wipes. Do NOT use bleach and never spray any liquid directly onto your controller or console. Also, make sure you don't get any moisture inside the battery compartment.
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ASMR - Cleaning a ps4 controller!

What is the best thing to clean controller with?

Alcohol wipes are preferable to soapy water because not only is alcohol a disinfectant, the wipes don't risk of dripping moisture or soap residue into your controller. (If you do not have alcohol wipes, you can soak a lint-free cloth in a mixture of mild dish soap and warm water.
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How often should I clean my controller?

Regular cleaning is recommended, especially if you use it frequently. Aim for a thorough clean every few weeks. Can I use household cleaners on my PS5 controller? It's best to avoid harsh household cleaners.
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Why is my Xbox controller so dirty?

It seems like it is caused by sweaty palms combining with the dust and dirt in the air (unless you have a HEPA air filter, you have dirt in your house) which forms some nasty looking gunk. It is usually located in a line around where we grip the controllers as well as on the triggers and shoulder buttons.
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Can you clean a controller with rubbing alcohol?

Any solution that's 70 percent isopropyl alcohol or less is safest, though if it makes it easier, a 50/50 alcohol and water solution should work fine. You'll also want to avoid disinfectant wipes unless the controller manufacturer specifically says they're safe to use.
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How do you take care of a controller?

Use a soft cloth or microfiber cloth to wipe down the controller regularly, removing any surface dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn stains or dirt in crevices, you can lightly dampen the cloth with water or use a mild cleaning solution. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials that could damage the controller.
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Will isopropyl alcohol damage my Xbox controller?

Using a higher percentage isopropyl alcohol (71% - 99) on your controller will not damage it. Going lower than 70% runs the risk of damaging your controller with a high amount of water.
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How do I fix my Xbox controller stick drift?

Clean the sticks with compressed air.

Use quick, short bursts of air. Continue pressing the stick in all directions while spraying the opposite side of the base. Let the controller sit for a while before putting the batteries back in. See if the problem continues.
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Can I use baby wipes to clean my Xbox controller?

No, they are not designed to be used to clean anything except you or your baby. I have found that using just a few drops of isopropyl alcohol on a soft tissue works best..
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Can I use 70 isopropyl alcohol to clean controller?

Isopropyl alcohol can be used to clean a wide range of electronics. Some of the most common items that you may want to clean with isopropyl alcohol include keyboards, mousepads, computer monitors, laptop exteriors, and game controllers.
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Is it OK to wash electronics with water?

Yes, you can use water to clean a circuit board, but must be ultrapure water (distilled water). Since there are no conductive ions, distilled water is good for removing dust and the water-soluble flux residue on the board, which will not damage electronic equipment because it has poor electrical conductivity.
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Can dust ruin a controller?

Dust also poses a risk to your PS5 DualSense controller. Since your controller sits facing upward, it can fall between the buttons or collect around your joystick. Over time, this can cause your controller to drift.
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How waterproof are Xbox controllers?

Are Xbox One controllers waterproof? - Quora. No, the Xbox One ( and the controller included in One S box) are not waterproof. But if some water gets spilled over it, it wont create much of a problem.
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What happens if you spill water on your controller?

Take out the battery and leave the controller in a warm, dry place for a few days. Use the various wet-phone tricks that litter the internet like a bag of rice, unused baby nappy or dehumidifier. If you are lucky, once the moisture has gone (it could take all of those several days) it may work.
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Can cleaning your controller fix stick drift?

With my experience, normally stick drift is caused by grime build up inside of the analog stick. I cleaned mine with 91% Isopropyl alcohol and q-tips.
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