Having Trouble Connecting My Xbox Wireless Controller to PC via Bluetooth

Even though I don’t own an Xbox, I've heard that you can connect the controller via USB, then turn it on, which might help. If your controller has a reset button, try pressing it (a paperclip can do the trick) and then see if it connects again. It's a different approach if you've already tried the conventional methods. Just to clarify, you’re trying to connect for gaming on PC, right?

Just curious, is your PC a desktop or a laptop? That might help narrow down the issue a bit.

What troubleshooting steps have you already tried? It sounds like you've done a lot, but it's worth double-checking. Did you check for Windows updates, update the Xbox controller firmware with the accessories app, and ensure the batteries in the controller are charged? You mentioned that it connects fine via USB-C, so that's a good sign. If it helps, some PCs can pair with other devices like a Fire Stick, so it could be something specific to how your controller pairs with it.