If you are a user of a PS5, you have surely already realized that no browser is available in its menu, it is a degradation because the PS4 does have a browser; however, the PS5 does have a hidden browser, which can be found through two methods.
That is why we will explain the steps to find the hidden browser of the PS5, stay here and learn the methods to configure it.
Index( )
- What are the points you should know to start using Google on PS5?
- Why is it hidden?
- The user interface
- Full screen when watching a video
- What are the steps to use Google on a PS5?
- From a Windows 10 computer
- Inside the PS5
- How long does it take to configure Google to use it on this console?
- Why can’t I use another browser on PS5?
What are the points you should know to start using Google on PS5?
Before you open Google on your PS5, it is good that you know the points that will be shown below with each of its details:
Why is it hidden?
This browser is hidden because the creators of the PS5 did not define a browser as necessary among its main functions , since this console seeks to entertain its users through games.
The user interface
The user interface that has the hidden browser of the PS5, does not work in the best way when said browser is in use.
Full screen when watching a video
If you are going to see a video searched through the hidden browser of the PS5 you have to know that it will not be seen well if you do not place the full screen on the device.
What are the steps to use Google on a PS5?
Getting into and using the hidden browser on a PS5 is possible through two methods, these will be explained simply and quickly below:
From a Windows 10 computer
- From your computer with Windows 10 system, enter PRXYPS5.
- Once in the link you will be shown several options, but you must click on the zip file option which is named PS5Prxy.
- When the download is complete, look for the downloaded file in your computer’s storage and unzip it, after this open the PS5Prxy.
- You will be asked to grant a permission, grant it.
- Find the IP of your computer with Windows 10 system, to do this open the command console and enter the following command: Ipconfig.
- Once the above is complete, turn on your PS5 and go to the Settings section, in this section click on the Network option.
- Now click on the options Settings and Internet connection settings.
- In the new window click on the internet network you are using at the moment and in the menu that will be shown select Advanced Options.
- Another window will open where the proxy server option is located, click on it and activate the Use option.
- Below the proxy server option is the Address option along with a space, in it place the IP address of your computer that you had obtained in previous steps.
- Verify that the port number option contains the numbers 8080.
- Click on the Accept option.
- Now go back to the Settings section, in it select the User guide, health and safety option.
- In the new window click on the User Guide option.
- The browser will open, place in the middle space any address you want and it will search for it. In this way you will enter the Google browser whenever you want.
Inside the PS5
The procedure from the PS5 to enter and use the hidden browser is easier than from the computer, we will show you below:
- Open the PS5 menu, to do this press the PS DualSense key for a little more than three seconds.
- In the menu, select the Settings option.
- Within the settings, click on the Users and accounts option, then click on Link with other services.
- In the list that will be shown, select the Twitter option, then select the link account option.
- Next, you will be shown the page to log in to Twitter, instead of logging in, click on the option I forgot my password.
- You will be taken to a new page where you click on the Twitter icon,then click on the Directories link.
- A page will open in which a Search Engine is located at the top, you can use it. This browser session will remain open no matter you turn the console on and off like a PS4.
How long does it take to configure Google to use it on this console?
How long it takes to set up Google on the console is up to you. Once you finish the configuration, the browser will be opened in said console and you will be able to use it immediately. The response time of the browser will depend on the speed of your internet.
Why can’t I use another browser on PS5?
The PS5 does not have a browser itself, the one that can be used is thanks to a configuration, and the only one because this console does not come with any other hidden browser . There are also no other methods to install a conventional browser like Google Chrome that allows, for example , to view YouTube videos through this console, to name a few of its advantages.