Do PS3 controllers charge when the PS3 is off?

No, standard PS3 controllers (DualShock 3) generally do not charge when the console is completely off, as the USB ports lose power; however, you can charge them by plugging into a PC, wall adapter (using a compatible one), DVR, or charging dock, or by configuring the PS3 to charge in its low-power Rest Mode (standby), which is often referred to as "sleep mode".
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Does the PS3 charge controller when off?

No, the PlayStation 3 (PS3) controllers generally do not charge when the console is fully powered off or in standby (rest) mode; the USB ports become inactive, requiring the console to be on to deliver power, though you can use wall adapters, PCs, or dedicated charging stations to charge them without the console running. 
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Do PlayStation controllers charge when the PlayStation is off?

When charging while your console is in rest mode, the light bar on your controller* slowly blinks orange. After charging is complete, the light bar turns off. You can also charge your controller by connecting it to your computer or other USB devices using a USB cable.
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Can you charge a PS3 controller without the PS3?

Plug them into a PC or Laptop USB port. They will charge just fine that way.
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How do I tell if my PS3 controller is charging?

You can tell a PS3 controller is charging by watching the four red LED lights on top: they will slowly blink together when charging off the console, and only one light will blink (matching your player number) if charging while playing, turning solid or off when full; alternatively, hold the PS button and watch the on-screen battery icon fill up. 
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How much time does it take to fully charge a PS3 controller?

Leave your controller on the charger cable for at least an hour before disconnecting it. You can use your controller while it's charging, so once it's plugged in, you're ready to play.
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How do I know if my controller is charging?

You know your controller is charging by looking for specific LED light indicators, which usually pulse or glow orange/amber for PlayStation or turn solid amber/red for Xbox, or by checking the on-screen battery icon, which often shows a blinking lightning bolt or a charging animation when connected to the console or a power source. The light typically turns off or solid green/white when fully charged. 
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Does a PS3 controller blink when charging?

Verify that the PS3 is powered “ON”. The LED channel indicators will blink to indicate that charging has begun. Charging is complete when the LED channel indicators turn off (if charging while not connected to receiver) or turn solid (if playing while charging).
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Will a PS3 controller work without a battery?

Yes. Fun fact, you can even unplug the battery and completely take it out, and it will still work while on cable.
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Can you overcharge a PS3 controller?

Leaving your controller on charge overnight or using unregulated wall plugs can cause overcharging. While the PS3 controller does have basic charge termination, it lacks advanced protections found in modern devices. Use a certified USB power adapter, and unplug once the red LED turns off.
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How long do PS controllers take to charge?

A PlayStation controller generally takes about 2 hours (PS4) or 3 hours (PS5) to fully charge from empty, but this can vary with charger type, usage while charging, and even ambient temperature, with fast chargers or docks potentially speeding it up and playing while charging slowing it down. 
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How long does a PS3 controller battery last?

A PS3 controller's battery life varies, but generally lasts 20-30 hours when new, degrading to 5-10 hours over time due to age and usage, with features like rumble significantly reducing playtime; third-party batteries offer varying results, from poor to near-original life, while replacement batteries can restore performance. 
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How do I know if my PS3 Move controller is charging?

How to charge your PS Move motion controller. While your PS5 console or PS4 console is on, connect your PS Move controller using the included USB cable to start charging. While charging, your controller's status indicator slowly blinks. When charging is complete, the status indicator turns off.
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Why is my PS3 controller blinking red?

A blinking red PS3 controller means it's searching to pair/connect or has a low battery; the fix involves plugging it into the PS3 with a USB cable and pressing the PS button to sync, or using a paperclip to press the tiny reset button on the back if it won't connect, followed by re-syncing and charging fully.
 
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Does the PS3 charge controllers while off?

No, the PS3 does not charge controllers when it's fully off or in standby mode; the USB ports are deactivated, so the console must be powered on for charging via USB, though you can use other powered USB sources like a PC or wall adapter for charging.
 
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Is it better to use rest mode or turn off completely?

According to Sony, the decision is a 50/50 split for all players. Sony has revealed that there is an equal divide for all PS5 users when it comes to turning off their console or putting it in Rest Mode.
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Why isn't my dualshock charging?

If your DualShock controller isn't charging, first try a different USB cable and port, clean the controller's port, then reset the controller with a paperclip; if it still fails, check your PS4's rest mode settings to supply power to USBs or consider a battery/port replacement as the battery may be dead or hardware damaged.
 
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How can I tell if my PS3 controller is charging?

To know if a PS3 controller is charging, look for the four red lights on the controller blinking slowly (if off) or one light blinking slowly (if playing). When plugged in, a flashing battery icon appears on the screen, and the charging stops (lights turn solid or go off) when full, indicating it's receiving power and charging up.
 
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What is the blinking light of death on PS3?

Like a canary in the coal mine, a flashing yellow on the PS3 gaming signals impending doom. The Yellow Light of Death (YLOD) is not the latest role playing combat game; it refers to the brief warning before a complete shutdown of your PS3 – aka Star Trek Warp Core overload.
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How long does it take for a PS3 controller to be fully charged?

A PS3 controller typically takes 1 to 2 hours to fully charge, though it can vary slightly depending on the power source (console vs. PC), with fully charged indicated by the red charging lights stopping their blinking and either going solid or turning off. 
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Does a PlayStation controller light up when charging?

When charging while your console is in rest mode, the light bar on your controller* slowly blinks orange. After charging is complete, the light bar turns off. You can also charge your controller by connecting it to your computer or other USB devices using a USB cable.
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How do you test a charge controller?

Set the Multimeter to Diode position. Connect the negative (black) multimeter lead to the battery positive terminal. Connect the positive (red) multimeter lead to the battery negative terminal. A blown internal fuse is caused by a failure of an internal component or battery reverse polarity.
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