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Joystick Monitor macOS App – How to Use

How to Use

Step.1 Open Joystick Monitor App

Step.2 Connect your joystick to your mac (USB or Bluetooth connection)

Step.3 The App will automatically detects your joystick & displays status monitor window

That’s it! now you can check your joystick status.

How to use Xbox One controller

The Xbox One controller can be used by connecting to your Mac via Bluetooth (no need to install the 360 Controller driver).

How to use Xbox 360 controller

You need to install a free driver called 360 Controller to get Xbox 360 controller working on macOS.
Download 360Controller

If the version 1.0.0-alpha is not working, we recommend you to use version 0.16.11💫
360Controller 0.16.11

Step.1 Download the 360Controller on GitHub

Download the .dmg installer file.

Step.2 Open the downloaded 360Controller installer (.dmg file)

Step.3 Click the .pkg file to install the driver

The driver installation will start.

If the driver is installed successfully, this message will be displayed.

Please restart your Mac.

Step.4 Open Xbox 360 Controllers in System Preferences

XBox 360 Controllers is at the bottom.

If the driver is successfully installed, your Xbox controller that connected to your Mac will be displayed.

※If you installed ver1.0.0-alpha and your controller is not displayed, we recommend uninstalling ver1.0.0-alpha and installing ver0.16.11.
※You can uninstall the driver in the System Preferences.

Step.5 Open Joystick Monitor App

Now you can see your Xbox controller in the JOYSTICK LIST.

That’s it! Now you can use your Xbox controller on your macOS.

※Set Deadzones for Sticks

If you configure the gamepad stick to control the mouse cursor and the mouse cursor moves by itself, we recommend setting the dead zone of the stick in the System Preferences.

Other Apps

Gamepad Mapper macOS App

The latest version of Gamepad Mapper (ver1.4) is now available on the macOS App Store!

What’s New (ver1.4)
– Compatible with Xbox Series X Controller
– Improved trigger button inputs for the Xbox One S Controller and Nintendo Switch Pro Controller

Demo Video

Xbox Series X Controller Demo Video

Introduction

Gamepad Mapper is a gamepad mapping application for macOS.
This app allows you to simulate keyboard, Mouse, Playback Controls, Sound, Brightness and System Conveniences commands by using your Gamepads and Joysticks.
You can control any app or game by using this application.

SUPPORTS GAMEPADS
– Xbox Series X Controller
– PS5 Controller
– Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
– Xbox One Controller
– DUALSHOCK 4
– DUALSHOCK 3
– Xbox 360 Controller
– Logitech Controller
– Steel Series Nimbus
etc.
– Adjust the dead zone of axis.
– Supports USB and Bluetooth connections.

FEATURES
Keyboard
– Assign any key
– Repeatedly hit keyboard key
– Function Keys (F1 – F12)

Mouse Actions
– Mouse Cursor
– Mouse Button
– Mouse Scroll
– Smooth Cursor Movement
– Adjust Cursor Movement and Scroll Speed

Playback Controls
– Play/Pause
– Next
– Previous
– Fast
– Rewind

Sound
– Volume Up
– Volume Down
– Mute

Brightness
– Brightness Up
– Brightness Down

System Conveniences
– Mission Control
– App Exposé
– Show Desktop
– Next Desktop
– Previous Desktop

Other
– Mappings Combination Function
– Supports Light mode and Dark mode

Game Controller Data Viewer macOS App

Game Controller Data Viewer is now available on the macOS App Store!

Demo Video

Introduction

“Game Controller Data Viewer” provides a detailed analysis of your game controller’s input values. Whether it’s simple ON/OFF signals or detailed pressure-sensitive inputs, see precisely how your controller is performing. Ideal for selecting the right controller or diagnosing potential issues, this app is your perfect partner.

Features:
Full Spectrum Data: From the simplest ON/OFF inputs to the most detailed pressure-sensitive data.
Comprehensive Input Support: Reads inputs from Thumbsticks, DPad, Shoulders, Triggers, and Buttons, ensuring all your controls are covered.

How to Use:
1. Connect to PC: Connect your game controller to your PC.
2. Launch the App: Open the Game Controller Data Viewer.
3. Real-time Viewing: Watch your controller’s input values displayed in real time.

Supported Controllers:
This app is built on Apple’s official game controller framework and is compatible with gamepad-type controllers. Connect and monitor a variety of popular game controllers, including:
– Xbox Wireless Controller
– PS5 controller
– PS4 controller
– Switch Pro Controller
– SteelSeries Nimbus
etc.

Game Controller Data Viewer allows you to verify that your controller is working accurately and understand your input values. Please use it for a better gaming life.

VRPlayer macOS App

The latest version of VRPlayer (ver2.2) is now available on the macOS App Store!

What’s New (ver2.2)
– Added Progress Bar.
– Added Play/Pause Button.
– Added Skip Backward and Skip Forward Button.
– Added Center View Button.
– Added Playback Speed Control Function (0 to 2.0x).
– Added Scaling Function (0 to 4.0x).
– Added Sound Control Function (Volume Down, Volume Up).
– Bug Fixed.
– Updated for latest version of macOS.

Demo Video

Introduction

VRPlayer is a 2D,3D,180°,360° VR Video Player for macOS.

SUPPORTS MODES
– 2D 180°
– 3D 360° Horizontal (Stacked)
– 3D 180° Vertical (Side By Side)

SUPPORTS VIDEO FILES
– mp4
– m4v
– mov

KEYBOARD & MOUSE CONTROL
– Play / Pause : Space
– Skip backward : Left Arrow
– Skip forward : Right Arrow
– Center view : R
– Full screen : ENTER / ESC
– Look around : Mouse drag
– Scaling : Mouse Scroll

SPECIAL FEATURES
– Playback Speed Control (0 to 2.0x)
– Scaling (0 to 4.0x)
– Progress Bar
– Sound Control

OTHER
– Supports Light mode and Dark mode

VRPlayer Plus macOS App

The latest version of VRPlayer Plus (ver1.4) is now available on the macOS App Store!

What’s New (ver1.4)
– Added Playback Speed Control Function (0 to 2.0x).
– Added Scaling Function (0 to 4.0x).
– Bug Fixed.
– Updated for latest version of macOS.

If you are using Gamepad Mapper ver1.3, please see this page.
If you are using Gamepad Mapper ver1.2, please see this page.

Demo Video

Introduction

VRPlayer Plus is a 2D,3D,180°,360° VR video player for macOS.
You can watch VR videos with your Gamepad controls.

SUPPORTS MODES
– 2D 180°
– 3D 360° Horizontal (Stacked)
– 3D 180° Vertical (Side By Side)

SUPPORTS VIDEO FILES
– mp4
– m4v
– mov

SUPPORTS GAMEPADS
– PS5 Controller
– Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
– Xbox Series X Controller
– Xbox One Controller
– DUALSHOCK 4
– Logitech Controller
– Steel Series Nimbus
etc.
– Adjust the dead zone of axis.
– Supports USB and Bluetooth connections.

KEYBOARD & MOUSE CONTROL
– Play / Pause : Space
– Skip backward : Left Arrow
– Skip forward : Right Arrow
– Center view : R
– Full screen : ENTER / ESC
– Look around : Mouse drag
– Scaling : Mouse Scroll

SPECIAL FEATURES
– Playback Speed Control (0 to 2.0x)
– Scaling (0 to 4.0x)
– Progress Bar
– Sound Control

GAMEPAD MAPPING
You can assign your own mappings to your Gamepad buttons, axes and hats.
– Center View
– Full Screen
– Look Around
– Playback Controls (Skip Backward, Play / Pause, Skip Forward)
– Sound (Volume Down, Volume Up, Mute)
– Brightness (Down, Up)
– Playback Speed Control (Down, Up)
– Scaling (Down, Up)

OTHER
– Mappings Combination Function
– Supports Light mode and Dark mode