I was trying to set up my PS5 controller for a Steam game and followed a tutorial that suggested using DS4Windows. However, after attempting the installation, things went haywire. Now, I keep getting this 'PC App Store' popping up when I use the search bar on my desktop, and my default search engine has switched in all my browsers. What steps should I take to resolve this issue and get rid of any unwanted software?
4 Answers
To really clean your system, consider backing up your important files and then performing a full wipe and reinstall of Windows. It's the safest route to assure all unwanted software is gone. Just remember to be cautious about what you install next time—tutorials can sometimes lead you to risky downloads!
It sounds like you may have accidentally installed something along with DS4Windows that you didn't mean to. DS4Windows itself isn't malware, but if you didn't get it from a trusted source, that's probably where the problem came from. I recommend running a MalwareBytes scan to see if it detects any malware. Also, when installing programs in the future, always pay attention to the installation options to avoid unwanted software.
This sounds more like adware than malware, honestly. It happens when you don’t uncheck boxes for extra software during installation. Just be careful about what you click on next time! Steam has controller support built-in, so you might not even need DS4Windows to get your controller working.
Before doing anything drastic like reinstalling Windows, just install MalwareBytes and do a full scan first. It might find and remove the programs causing the issues. Remember, always back up your important files on an external drive to avoid losing them if things go south.
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