MSFS | XBOX | Configuring your Xbox Controller | Get the control you need | Getting Started

In this video we look at the sensitivity settings and configuration options available in Microsoft Flight Simulator for use with the Xbox Controller for both the Xbox and PC. I share my settings suitable for a general profile for a more realistic flying experience in a GA aircraft.
REFERENCED LINKS
Getting Stated Video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6PLdnijZrCLetU
Flight Planning Video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJbNd5RprpKprM0
T.Flight Hotas Config Guide: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXaohGVooZJ3jdE
Flight Controllers: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zp-9k559e8qbbc0
MSFS on Xbox playlist can be found here: kzbin.info/aero/PLSyT1Loyov5iQ04lKSrCJe6Ez1TdsHYps
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction
01:17 Default Config
05:35 Default - Assist On
08:16 Sensitivity Settings
12:34 Simhanger Profile
15:15 Test Flight
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[@SimHangerFS]

In this video, recommended sensitivity settings for your Xbox Controller, to provide you with a more realistic flight experience. Thanks for watching.

[@TheSlagwerker]

I have a problem, have you experienced this? When I'm flying with the autopilot set for heading and altitude, when I push the left stick to bring up the menu, the plane goes into nose dive. Bit of a problem when you're trying to access the control tower comms. Any thoughts?

[@SimHangerFS]

@@TheSlagwerker new one for me…sorry not experienced this. Check control options for a binding on the left stick that shouldn’t be there?

[@ChancellorBorkon]

@@TheSlagwerker I have a similar issue. The only fix I have found is to plug a wireless USB mouse into my Xbox Series X. I can use that to navigate menus and don't need to click the left thumb stick to bring up the cursor. HUGE quality of life upgrade!

[@TheSlagwerker]

Thanks for this. I've been struggling to control the aircraft in this, almost gave up but your settings have actually made the game playable. Cheers.

[@NubianStarr]

….Definitely one of the best videos of the subject on KZbin!!! I’ve watched a couple of others but your video broke it down to where a novice could really follow along and get a real understanding about what each setting does and how it affects the aircraft!!! …Thank You Sir!!! 🙏🏾💯

[@KiwiClint]

Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you sir. Very clear and well explained. Really enjoy you're tutorials

[@AymanBakr_A]

Fantastic video. Thank you very much. I used to play only with the drone camera on the Xbox .. but now thanks to your settings, I can finally fly the airplanes

[@kpeecee]

I dont mind saying Mark, you are so thorough in your explanations, you are what is needed. So many KZbin videos always miss some part of what you are trying to achieve. So well done mate, keep it up.

[@davidvandijk2832]

Thanks Mark! This helped me so good to control the aircrafts! Keep up the good work!

[@FintanMoloney]

Very useful. Thanks and subscribed. I was finding the Xbox controls a bit hard to manage jumping around the place but I went for your setup and I'll adjust as needed. Things are a lot smoother now I know what they all do !

[@wrathcaster2555]

Thanks very much, this is exactly what I was looking for, I was finding it hard to control these planes on my series X before using these settings!!

[@markcarr5142]

My Cessna 172 used to be a Space Shuttle at take off, or a Dirt Missle.... Thank God I watched your video.... Its made flying on my Series X a hell of a lot more enjoyable.

[@albert30300]

Just downloaded MSFS 40th and this was just the info I was looking for - Thanks!

[@robertrobertson4671]

I used your exact set up Sir, and now, ALL GOOD! I'm not fighting the controller anymore. More control over every aircraft in the game! You Sir are a good man!

[@BillCClinton]

Awesome info! Thanks for helping the community!

[@jonlinde5822]

What a neat tutorial. I got my tail wheel endorsement at Boundary Bay in a Waco Classic. On my first flight, we were number 2 for takeoff behind a Hawker Sea Fury.

[@mattwaters6987]

Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom with the controller. Definitely subbed.✈️😃

[@brenig100]

Just got the game very excited to play and get better. This is a very helpful tutorial.

[@Cookie2k]

Great video fella. Very helpful. I play with a controller so this video is very helpful 🙂

[@thefalloutghost7466]

Great video! I just applied your settings this afternoon and it's drastically improved my flight sim experience! Glad I'm not the only one who found the controls to be a tad snappy at times.

[@sollysdronemedia8079]

Thank you so much for this. I am only wanting to play MSFS2020 on my laptop, so an XBOX controller makes the most sense. Your video will help me adjust the controller to be at its best.

[@moikehunt8928]

What a supremely useful and practical video, thanks for sharing. New subscriber here 👍

[@shantanumathur1059]

Thank you for this info I was having tough time setting up my Xbox controller.

[@bryan-zamanizulu-stone3911]

Howzit Mark! thanks so much for the video!

[@ohaya1]

Extremely helpful, thanks so much!

[@jayce2008]

Another great video. Thanks, Sim Hanger.

[@Gustavo-iz5qk]

Awesome controller settings!!

[@Beery1962]

Thanks so much for this. After just two tries with these settings my landings are now (somewhat) competent. The rudder controls were throwing me off - as you say, they're way too sensitive for an Xbox controller.

[@TH33QUALIZ3R]

Thank you for this vid. VERY helpful!

[@lukecronje619]

Thanks so much fro this video. Extremly helpful as a new simmer

[@buynsell365]

Very helpful video......This will help me until I can buy a full all in one yoke style controller. Thanks

[@JACathcart5181]

Hoe gaan dit, broer! This video was a life saver for me. Upon takeoff, I kept stalling my Cesna Skyhawk 337 and it was immensely frustrating. Learning these adjustments has helped tremendously. Thanks for your hard work and sharing. BTW, I think MSFS for the XBox Series X is a marvel in computer engineering and a testament to what others can do with it. I would like to see some realistic military combat sims in the console world. I would be in heaven.

[@SimHangerFS]

Danke Meneer.

[@MegaWeebles]

Very helpful, thank you very much.

[@neromax4424]

Finally good settings!

[@tippytess]

excellent stuff man thanks

[@edsharman7037]

Nicely done, thank you

[@PfizZz]

Thank you so much for making this video. I spent around 12 hours yesterday downloading, installing, and mapping my controls, but everything was still messed up for my controller. This helped a lot.

[@ivanfojan8859]

Another great video Mark. I have this sim installed on my desktop and also my gaming laptop. On the desktop I have my honeycomb yoke, saitek throttle quadrant and Thrustmaster t3pa pro racing pedals and all work perfectly. On my lappy I use my Xbone controller and it's a pain, lack of finesse and over aggressive controls meaning I rarely use my lappy. This video has given me the boot up the backside that I need, to get it set up properly!! Cheers :)

[@richards2072]

What a superb series of videos you've done! Everyone interested in FS should watch them. The best I've seen on KZbin. Thanks very much.

[@SimHangerFS]

Thank you 😀

[@Chu_Strums]

Great video! I was wondering how would you map the control such that you can control the yoke with the right thumb stick? I've always found it more intuitive to use the right thumb stick as the yoke. I tried to do it manually but it messed up the camera controls 😅

[@raymondsainz3435]

Thank you for the vid.

[@madyoda]

This helps loads thanks

[@HuskyFarva]

Many thanks my friend!!

[@amirghanbariha8912]

Thank you. It was great.

[@silentbob3999]

you deserv much more subscribers! like your videos! :))

[@RedSun3333]

Best video in galaxy👍😂 Thank you.

[@riflemusket]

I cannot wait to try out these sensitivity settings. Thanks!

[@iansmith3894]

Brilliant, thank you

[@tomchurch1]

Great video

[@monodux]

This was extremely helpful- good to know how naturally far off from a yoke controller the gamepad can be. Updating these settings has totally changed my experience. Obsession may now resume 😎

[@SimHangerFS]

Glad it helped!

[@PaulMTC]

great video. why is reactivity set to 3% and 15% for left stick? this seems to be the default on my xbox also at the moment?

[@dundisdundat7022]

Finally was waiting for an updated video been flying since July and the rudders have been a pain and just like you said only touching sensitivity can get sloppy when trying to fly " realistically" Started to get a feeling it was something to do with the extremity dead zones I had reactivity down on my rudders which didn't turn out desirable but I think this will fix what was wrong Thank you again

[@wickedlikethreesixes5167]

thank you very much

[@MusxafaDabale-yd7um]

Very thanks

[@jimlahey8053]

Is it possible to put the pedals on toggle? This is a very informative tutorial, thank you!

[@piotr6152]

Hi, thank you very much, God bless.😊

[@Cosme422]

Thank you

[@TheRealLaughingGravy]

I notice you have the LT Extremity Dead Zone at *+20* but for RT it's at *-20.* Which is correct?

[@paulthurston2883]

I have a Velocity flight panel kitted out with 8 x Logitech FIP's, Dual Logitech Radio stacks, Honeycomb Alpha Yoke, Bravo Throttle. But it is a pain in the backside. Takes up so much room. I have to sit way back from my monitor whilst peering over the top of the panel. I'm also limited to GA and Airliners when I often want to fly DCS too. I'm Seriously considering tearing it all down and using a controller.

[@Pindi44]

My XboxS controllers left stick has stopped working as throttle and roll. Otherwise it works, eg to move the cursor. Any ideas please?

[@eastofthegoodones.1391]

I used to be able to move the curser around in the cockpit and activate buttons and switches with the thumb sticks and also use the a button to activate any highlighted cockpit switch. Something has happened and now my Xbox controller doesn’t seem to allow me to do any of that. I don’t know what happened or how to get it back to the way it was. Any guidance would be helpful and appreciated.

[@bobthenailer3171]

Pro tip, also add stick extension to your controller like kontrol freeks

[@derekyoung4637]

How do I pan up so I can see over dashboard?

[@nicholaswarner5475]

Hi Mark, Quick question. If I set up the senativaties and save them. will they help me in the Training mode or do they revert to default setting. The camera in Training mode is very twitchy in deed. Many thanks Nick

[@SimHangerFS]

They should be saved, but something I have never checked to be honest.

[@ellonysman]

Mark...did you see the 3d printed joystick/throttle clip on for xbox x controller? Its on KZbin. It gives an even better, smoother control with it

[@devoncomaroff7572]

Link?

[@SimHangerFS]

No I didn’t, send link please. 😀

[@istvansoos1055]

Hi! Very useful video, thx! I am flying rc modells where the right stick is aileron, elevator, left stick is Throttle and rudder. Is it possible to configure the analog josticks to work on this way? I yes, how? Thx!

[@SimHangerFS]

Yes, go to control options and manually change the config for the controller.

[@tel7625]

Hi Do you have that Xbox assist for controller enabled, forgot the exact name but it’s under the assists in settings, just unsure if Im best disabling it with your sensitivity settings. Thanks

[@SimHangerFS]

Yes they should all be disabled.

[@MusxafaDabale-yd7um]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@randymccoy7759]

I hope you can help me. I have Xbox version msgs. I can’t interact with dashboard components. Altimeter and other switches turn blue but when I click on the they turn yellow and won’t allow me to make settings. Really frustrating can’t find the answer anywhere.

[@SimHangerFS]

Check your controller is updated.

[@sseim5654]

Thank you. Is there a way to swap the thumbsticks outright? No change in the individual controls, but to make the left thumbstick right and the right thumbstick left?

[@SimHangerFS]

Just configure the bindings accordingly

[@vespa2901]

does anyone know how to use DJI controller 2 on this game?

[@beauthompson5338]

hi mark I have a question on RT id that 20 or -20 if I do minus the graph looks odd?

[@SimHangerFS]

Adjust both positive and negative axis into the minus range.

[@tel7625]

I’m still confused, lol. Did you ever work it out should both extremity for left and right triggers be like in the video or both set to -20. I would love to use these settings but he seems to rush over some parts.

[@MrDcrules]

When I try to change a trim setting, it doesn’t seem to allow me to change 2 commands in one column. It only allows one button in each column. Suggestions? Any suggestions on trim settings for the Xbox controller? Thx

[@SimHangerFS]

Set these to a button ideally not an axis.

[@riflemusket]

SimHanger/Mark: do you have a preferred joystick/throttle/yoke peripheral for MSFS on the Xbox?

[@SimHangerFS]

VelocityOne Flight yoke and throttle. 👍

[@riflemusket]

@@SimHangerFS rather expensive. I’m sure it’s worth the money.

[@bobceytb2615]

Somebody help, I already watched a video and I tried, but I can’t bind the Speed brakes to My controller. Why? Pls helo

[@alexdavies8612]

Hello ..Im just getting started with this game..I'm wondering how can I fix the view when in cockpit view... when I pull down and up to control the yoke with the Xbox controller my view is also changing so when I want to climb altitude I end up looking at the floor?...how can I fix this

[@SimHangerFS]

Use the other joystick and not in drone mode

[@XxXBattleStarXxX]

Weird my RT dead zone is 3% as standard, not 5% as in your video, everything else is the same

[@Vlad-xo6qi]

Hi. i need help. i want the yoke to go to initial position when the controller joystick goes to initial position. how can i do that? now it steers on little by little and i also have to put it back to neutral

[@SimHangerFS]

Watch my video on sensitivity settings and dead zones in my “how to’’ series/playlist on my KZbin channel page.

[@elninoson5282]

Do I need a mouse to play flight sim even on the console itself? Can't seem to get through menu with just controller

[@SimHangerFS]

No you don’t, but it is so much easier with a mouse. 👍

[@77flyer]

Do u know the issue with msfs2020 not saving my settings? Just did all of them and is not saving. Is a new fresh sim installation

[@SimHangerFS]

No, I don’t have this issue. I’m not on the Beta for SU10

[@tel7625]

Just using your setting is the extremity dead zone for the right trigger -20% ?

[@tel7625]

I notice left trigger you have +20% extremity and for right trigger you have it at -20%

[@andrearnesen]

Hi there, i have a question about the xbox controller connectet to the xbox cloud gaming Microsoft Flight Sim 2020, there is a very slow movement on the rudder when i use LT and RT Trigger on the controller to control the airplane it seems like its not reacting as it use to do and goes slow when i taxi the plane, i setup the rudder right but its like there is something wrong, ehen i startet the sim first time it went faster and better to control the steering on the ground. Can u help me Sir? there is a way to do this?

[@SimHangerFS]

Check pilot assist (assist options) is turned off. Check controller assist is also off.

[@andrearnesen]

@@SimHangerFS thank u

[@MagnumMike44]

I'm still waiting for Asobo/Microsoft to implement a fix to the controls settings to make the sim automatically select each preset for every peripheral when we select any aircraft, just so we don't have to remember which preset is associated with what aircraft. In other words, we want this simulator to automatically recognize that a yoke, rudder, and throttle presets we have for a Cessna 172 will not work for a Boeing 747 or a 787 and vise-versa.. the simulator just doesn't automatically switch to peripheral presets for a large commercial airliner. That has been a problem since day one.

[@GiovanniLavallee-dr5ql]

Mine do3snt even say controller next to mouse it’s connected to 😢

[@Wheels91hockey]

Going from Xbox to pc. And keeping the remote. This should pretty easy

[@m3bfx]

What xbox controller do I need to control the Drone camera, with what wireless adaptor ?? for PC ONLY

[@SimHangerFS]

Recommend an Xbox for PC controller. That’s what I use.

[@m3bfx]

@@SimHangerFS thanks but is it a Xbox one or Xbox 360 ? Many thanks again

[@SimHangerFS]

@@m3bfx there is a separate controller for PC … look for Microsoft Xbox controller for PC

[@robertkingsley2527]

Im from Vancouver canada and i like to fly out of Pitt Meadows Airport

[@SimHangerFS]

We departed that airport on one of our community fly-in events, then went on to Vancouver harbour and further north kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXTHfJRuZ8xkmrc

[@primoroy]

How to avoid uncontrolled barrel rolls 101! 😂😜

[@Coolpilot360]

Simhanger will the velocity one be out by christmas?

[@SimHangerFS]

We should find out next week 👍

[@Coolpilot360]

Thank you!

[@tel7625]

Are these also good for airliners like the a320, Thanks

[@SimHangerFS]

They work, but not ideal

[@tel7625]

@@SimHangerFS Thanks, got to be better than the default.

[@karamplays9499]

Hi mark quick question pls reply asap. 1. Does standard edition of msfs 2020 have all planes for free? 2. Can i play msfs 2020 without an joystick and pc snd keyboard? 3. Can i play msfs 2020 with only xbox series x controller?

[@SimHangerFS]

1. It comes with circa 20 aircraft for free 2. You can use keyboard 3. Yes

[@karamplays9499]

@@SimHangerFS thanks for helping me out i was very confused! U earned a sub :)

[@karamplays9499]

@@SimHangerFS btw does standard edition have the 747 intercontinental for free and the a310? For free?

[@SimHangerFS]

@@karamplays9499 not sure, check the MS website for details.

[@karamplays9499]

@@SimHangerFS I did and they say the 747 is free

[@MusxafaDabale-yd7um]

🎉

[@jacquelynelmore3282]

Hi Guys, just a question. I have thought about buying this sim for a long time now and just recently subscribed to Xbox game pass. There is a Beta version available to play so I downloaded it onto my Xbox. It kind of gives you the experience but I do think that as its part of the game pass package they are not going to give you the full experience, am I right? I have very quickly realised that an Xbox One is not a good enough tool to play this Sim so I have purchased an Xbox series X to use. Most of the games that I have beaten (Red Dead Redemption / Ghost Recon Breakpoint / Ghost Recon Wildlands) have been played on a 60" TV screen but I am quickly realising that a new Tv / Monitor would be better, what do you think and what would you recommend for best viewing. I can appreciate that there are some very knowledgeable people playing this Sim so as I'm quite an old Lady for this (68) LOL, please could I ask that you keep the replies simple X

[@SimHangerFS]

For the full package you need the premium deluxe upgrade. (Additional cost). X Box series X is a great choice. Suggest 30-32’’ 4K monitor for best resolution, but same size with 2560 x 1440p resolution would be great also. TV is not a bad choice especially if it is UHD.

[@jacquelynelmore3282]

@@SimHangerFS Hi Thanks for your reply. Can you tell me what is the difference between standard and deluxe editions?, is it just the amount of stuff that is available to fly etc?. I cant seem to find the deluxe version available on disc, only downloadable codes. I don't want to download the game as i have done that before , the problem was there was some issues with Xbox crashing etc and i lost the lot and couldn't get any of it back, so a disc is the way forward for me, at least if it crashes etc i can re download it . If its a download it gets lost in space, if its adisc you have full controll over re downloading it, anyway whats the difference betwen them?, thank you

[@SimHangerFS]

@@jacquelynelmore3282 hi, the difference is the number of aircraft etc. only standard version is available on disc. You could get it via game pass?

[@jacquelynelmore3282]

@@SimHangerFS yup, when i subscribed to game pass there is a download of flight sim on there, also loads of other games as well, FIFA / Forza / call of duty etc etc but i have to say the flight sim is a BETA version so would indicate that its not fully finished yet an example being that when you follow your instructions for start up to the 747, yes everything goes ok, engines, pushback etc but then all of a sudden the throttle controls seize up and the plane carries on going backwards, really unstable, that's why its on game pass because its just a taster really, the purchased game has to be better. I think the standard version will be ok for me, if i want more planes i can buy them online plus the weather etc.

[@SimHangerFS]

@@jacquelynelmore3282 on game pass you purchase the standard version only. Upgrade to deluxe and deluxe premium can be done in sim. There is a beta out for sim update 10….avoid this option. Releasing 24 August.

[@chrisyoung7147]

You sound like Korg from marvel imo no offence meant i think it’s awesome

[@SimHangerFS]

😂

[@ELPaso1990TX]

Can you use any wireless keyboard and mouse with Xbox?

[@SimHangerFS]

Most are compatible..I use a cheap Logitech set.

[@Danny_On_Wheels44]

For some reason it won't let me change my view position, it just does not respond.

[@SimHangerFS]

Check your cockpit camera setting from the top toolbar…you need to be in pilot and freelook mode

[@AlenSa63]

hi i have a ps4 controller and when i fly up down it goes so fast on sensivity how can i slow this up and down on controller sensivity whats the best

[@SimHangerFS]

Use the sensitivity settings in control options and turn them into the -70% area

[@AlenSa63]

@@SimHangerFS hi did i must all turn and the dead zone also or

[@AlenSa63]

@@SimHangerFS what are the besdt to not go fast with up and down and to hold the height not goes automatic down fas

[@SimHangerFS]

@@AlenSa63 no need to adjust dead zone unless you have ‘’chatter’’ on the axis, then -10%

[@AlenSa63]

@@SimHangerFS THANKS

[@kaza-shim]

Can I use Microsoft flight plane assist to move the planes from side to side?

[@SimHangerFS]

No, you need to use SLEW MODE….press Y on keyboard and then arrow keys .

[@kaza-shim]

@@SimHangerFS So after I do that, I can now tilt the plane using the plane assist app?

[@SimHangerFS]

@@kaza-shim pilot assist is effectively a co-pilot that will help fly the aircraft.

[@kaza-shim]

@@SimHangerFS So that means I can use plane assist to take off an land ryt?

[@SimHangerFS]

@@kaza-shim yes, but it is a bit hit & miss

[@-FreeMiner-]

I want to turn my aircraft left I go turn left then I turn right on xbox trued for 2 hours to change it honestly see why xboxes get smashed to bits man go turn right I go left I go turn left I go right

[@g4kfjve7kfj34]

cheer's Mark

[@TravelingJ1]

How are you able to use the mouse??

[@SimHangerFS]

Wireless connection via usb.

[@TravelingJ1]

@@SimHangerFS I tried that but it still doesn’t work is there anything I need to do in settings??

[@SimHangerFS]

@@TravelingJ1 no, likely your mouse is not compatible. Use a cheap Logitech mouse & keyboard combo. That’s what I use.

[@scottydogg278]

Your accent sounds very familiar :P

[@SimHangerFS]

Zimbabwe….😀

[@scottydogg278]

@@SimHangerFS ah nice - I’m a South African :)