There are a few different ways to put your PlayStation console into rest mode without using the controller. Here are the main options:
Use the Power Button on the Console
The simplest way is to press the power button on the front of the PlayStation console. When powered on, a quick press of the power button will put the PS4 or PS5 into rest mode. This instantly suspends the system and whatever game or app was running.
Use the PlayStation Mobile App
You can remotely put your PlayStation into rest mode using the official PlayStation mobile app for iOS and Android devices. After connecting to your console, open the app and go to the power options to select “Enter Rest Mode”. This will send the command to your console over the internet.
Set up Automatic Rest Mode
You can configure your PlayStation to automatically enter rest mode after a set period of inactivity. For example, you can set it to rest mode after 1 hour if no buttons are pressed on the controller. To enable this, go to:
Settings > System > Set Time Until PS4 Enters Rest Mode
And select your desired idle time. Once configured, the PlayStation will automatically go to sleep after that time period without any controller input.
Use Voice Commands
If you have a camera connected and voice commands enabled, you can say “PlayStation, enter rest mode” to put your console to sleep. This hands-free method works well if the console is out of reach.
Use Remote Play
If you have Remote Play enabled and are accessing your PlayStation remotely from another device, you can put the console into rest mode through the Remote Play app. There will be a power option within the app’s menus.
Why Put Your PlayStation in Rest Mode?
There are several benefits to using rest mode on your PlayStation 4 or 5 instead of fully powering down:
- Saves your current gameplay state – jumps right back to where you left off
- Lets games and updates download faster
- Keeps you logged in and connected online
- Charges your controllers
- Uses less energy than being fully on or off
Overall, rest mode keeps your PlayStation in a low-power suspended state while maintaining most of its functionality. It’s a convenient hybrid mode between being fully on and fully shut down.
Other Rest Mode Tips
- Make sure you don’t have a disc inserted when going into rest mode or it will continue spinning.
- Close any open games or apps first to avoid potential issues.
- Fully power down occasionally for best performance.
- Charge your controllers before entering rest mode.
- Use the mobile app if your console is hard to reach.
Conclusion
Putting your PlayStation into rest mode is simple even without a controller handy. The power button, mobile app, voice commands, and automatic timers provide handy ways to suspend your console without disrupting your gaming progress. Taking advantage of rest mode offers plenty of benefits over completely shutting down. Just be sure to close any open apps first and give your controllers a quick charge.