Xbox controller drift is a feature in Xbox One games that enable your character to move across the screen without any input from you. Playing Call of Duty and trying to outrun the bad guys while seeing your character charge headfirst into harm is a good example of this phenomenon if you haven't seen it before. It's frustrating, and it may make video gaming a chore.

Helping millions of customers with difficulties like finding the best gaming monitors or getting an Xbox to turn on is just one part of what we do here at Asurion. This is how they addressed the issue of controller drift on the Xbox One and why it occurred in the first place.

For the Xbox One, what is meant by "Xbox controller drift?"

The Xbox One controller's two analog sticks, or joysticks, allow you to perform a variety of actions during gameplay. Typically, everything works as it should. Analog stick drift, however, causes the items you're manipulating to travel across the screen even if you haven't hit any buttons.

What's causing my Xbox One controller to wobble?

If your Xbox controller is malfunctioning, there are a number of possible causes for Xbox controller drift. A shortage of batteries is one such scenario. Particles of dust are a more common cause of controller failure. Over time, such grime might collect and cause problems for the electronics.

However, damage to your controller, such as dropping it or from normal usage, may also cause analogue stick drift. A broken or faulty potentiometer, which is part of the joystick and transmits movement signals to your console, is likely to be the source of the issue.

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Problems with the Xbox controller drift have been fixed.

Instead of seeking out how to take apart an Xbox One controller, use these simple gaming console repair techniques to fix joystick drift.

Reset your Xbox One controller.

It's not quite a factory reset, but this might solve your issue anyway. To power off the Xbox, press and hold the Xbox button on the controller for between five and ten seconds. After a brief pause, press and hold the Xbox button once again to force a restart.

Battery replacement

Get rid of the old batteries and put in two brand new ones by taking off the controller's back. If the batteries in your controller are rechargeable, you should charge them all the way before you use it.

Ensure that your Xbox One controller is clean.

To power down your controller, press and hold the Xbox button for 5-10 seconds before removing the battery. Next, wipe the analog stick with a cotton swab or soft cloth, giving special care to the bottom. Move the stick around while you clean in order to get more done faster. Repeat the steps with the other analogue control device. First, you should let the alcohol dry completely.

To clean your Xbox controller using canned air, follow these steps:

Any debris that is causing the Xbox controller to drift may be blown away with some compressed air. Keep the can level while spraying the joysticks; doing otherwise might force moisture into the controller, which would be disastrous. What more must you do to ensure its cleanliness and safety?

1. One method involves turning off the controller, and then pushing one analog stick all the way in one direction while spraying pressurized air into the base of the other stick.
2. While spraying air at the base, gently rotate the stick.
3. You can control the direction of your spray by pressing the analogue stick to its extreme left or right. Creating space like this might facilitate the entry of fresh air.
4. Make use of the other analogue control stick in the same way.

A monthly blast of compressed air will keep your controller clean and extend its life, even if it's in perfect working order already.