How to get macros on PS4 and PS5? Quick guide

Sony’s consoles remain behemoth in the industry, offering a range of games, services and features. One of these features needs some introduction: how to get macros on ps4 and ps5?

Many users look for macros to speed up their gaming, especially Fortnite. Unfortunately, there are not many instructions about it.

Macros work the same as on a PC keyboard. Allows you to put functions on hot keys. These functions work in-game with a simple tap of a button.

Macros also work if you use a keyboard and mouse on your console. Impressively, they also work on the regular controllers, although the features are more limited and need a few workarounds.

The benefits of using macros on PS4 and PS5

As I mentioned, macros on PS4 and PS5 need a little introduction. Therefore, we share the benefits you could get from the special function.

1. They are simple shortcuts for common tasks, because you can perform multi-step actions with one tab.
2. They improve your browsing and gaming experience.
3. They are an option to customize your PS4 and PS5 controllers. Essentially, you can customize the layout of your gamepad.}
4. You can install specific functions on your favorite games with a keyboard and mouse. For example, you could make building on Fortnite easier.

Macros make your gaming experience faster, more ergonomic and customizable.

How to get macros on PS4 and PS5?

There is no natural way to install macros on PS4 or PS5. Instead, you have to follow some tricks.

First you have a third party app if you want to install macros on your controllers. There is no other way to do it. As we said, the console does not include the feature.

Second, they work better through keyboard and mouse, which are easy to connect. It can be easy to add macros to games that allow you to customize your key bindings. Often these shortcuts represent multiple actions associated with a single tap.

In general, you can get macros on PS5 and PS4 by using a keyboard and mouse. Then you can access the PlayStation settings to add macros from the list.

Finally, Fortnite players can get a macro by simply adjusting the key bindings in the game after plugging in a keyboard and mouse configuration.

That brings us to…

How to use keyboard and mouse on PS5 or PS5?

Let’s start by connecting your keyboard and mouse setup to your PS5 or PS4. Most peripherals of this kind will work with the console, but it’s best to use those with a regular USB connection.

1. Connect the peripherals to the USB ports on the console.
2. The console automatically recognizes the peripherals.
3. You can go to Settings > Devices to verify that the console has identified the peripherals.

If you are using a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse set, you can connect it as follows:

1. Connect the wireless adapter of the set to the USB port of your PS5 or turn on the Bluetooth of the devices. Bluetooth may be automatic, or you may need to press a button. Check the instructions on your keyboard and mouse.
2. On your PS5, browse to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth devices (on PS4)
3. Select your devices from the menu.

After connecting the keyboard and mouse, you should be able to use them to browse the console’s interface.

The steps are the same on PS4 and PS5. Almost any kebyarod and mouse configuration with a USB drive connection will work. However, we do not recommend using a Bluetooth adapter for wireless keyboards.

Customize your Fortnite macro on PS4 or PS5

This is probably what you’re looking for. The good news is that macros on Fortnite for PS5 and PS4 work for controllers and keyboards.

Still, macros on Fortnite only work in creative mode. That’s because it offers a huge advantage, allowing you to edit buildings with a single button.

The process works on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch.

1. Select the Creative game mode.
2. Select Own island. Go to Select Settings.
3. Copy these settings to Controller Options: Editor Hold Time: 0.01 / Build Mode Sensitivity Multiplier: 1.8x / Edit Mode Sensitivity Multiplier: 1.9x.
4. Go to the Controller tab and select Amended.
5. Now the UP button on the D-Pad should change to edit.
6. The Square Button should change to Attack / Confirm.
7. Confirm the settings.

You can build much faster with the UP and Square buttons.

Create a macro on Fortnite with keyboard and mouse

Your next option regarding Fortnite is to make the build/edit process faster via keyboard macros.

First you need to change some things in the PS4 or PS5 settings. This would work on all games. Here are the steps on the PS5:

1. Go to Settings.
2. Select Accessories.
3. Select Keyboard.
4. Choose the Delay and Rate. Make both “Fast”.

On the PS4, these are the steps:

1. Go to Settings.
2. Select devices.
3. Select External keyboard.
   
4. on Delay and ratequickly select Fast.

Get in the game now for the most important change. This works on Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo consoles.

1. Go to Fortnite’s settings.
2. Select Shortcut keys.
3. on Edit buildingselect a button.
   

Now your building will be much faster on Fortnite. However, remember that the change only works on Creative – Own Island Mode.

Use a third-party app

You can download on both PS4 and PS5 Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center. The app allows you to create keyboard and mouse macros.

1. Download and install Microsoft mouse and keyboard center of the PlayStation Store.
2. Go to Settings.
3. Select Accessibility.
4. Select a macro from the list. Or select “Create” or “+” to create a new macro.
5. Give the macro a name.