How to Access Steam Overlay with Controller
Learn how to easily access the Steam overlay using your controller during gameplay.
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To access the Steam overlay with a controller, follow these steps: 1. Open Steam and go to Settings. 2. Navigate to In-Game and ensure the Enable the Steam overlay while in-game option is checked. 3. Open your game, and press the Steam button (center Xbox button for Xbox controllers, PS button for PlayStation controllers) on your controller. This will bring up the Steam overlay, allowing you to access its features and communicate with friends.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I use a PlayStation controller with Steam? Yes, you can use a PlayStation controller with Steam. Just connect it via USB or Bluetooth and follow the same process to access the overlay.
- What if the Steam overlay doesn’t work with my controller? If the Steam overlay doesn’t appear, make sure you have enabled it in the Steam settings under the 'In-Game' section.
- How do I configure my controller settings in Steam? To configure controller settings, open Steam, go to Settings, then Controller, and click on 'General Controller Settings'.