Lastly, it is possible to connect an Xbox controller to a PC via Bluetooth. The only caveats are that you need Windows 10 ...

Even if you don't own an Xbox, gaming on PCs or other Windows devices can be enhanced because they're mostly compatible with the core Xbox wireless controller.

In this, you need to restart your PC with the Xbox wired controller connected. If using a wireless connection, connect the controller immediately to Bluetooth as soon as the computer turns on.