Control PS4 with a smartphone - how it works

With the Playstation app you can control your PS4 via smartphone. In this practical tip, we will explain exactly how this works.

Control the PS4 with the Playstation app on your smartphone

1. First follow these instructions to connect your smartphone to the PS4 using the Playstation app.
2. After connecting to the PS4 in the Playstation app, tap on "Second Screen".
3. You can now navigate in the PS4 menu by swiping the control app screen left or right.
4. If you want to select a menu button on the PS4, tap the control screen.
5. The Playstation, Options and Back buttons have their own buttons in the control app. Tap on it when you need it.
6. Tap the keyboard icon at the top left when prompted for text on the PS4.

Tip: With a little trick you can also play some PS3 games on the PS4.