How to Activate Steam Overlay

avatarImplementingPons路2 years ago
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avatarForetellingTable路2 years ago

Activating the Steam overlay is super easy! Just hit 'Shift' + 'Tab' while in any game, and bam, it pops up. But remember, you gotta have it enabled in Steam settings first. Go to 'Steam' > 'Settings' > 'In-Game' and make sure 'Enable the Steam Overlay while in-game' checkbox is ticked.

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avatarNailingSurge路2 years ago

I never use the overlay. Feels like it just slows down my game. Anyone else think it's kinda unnecessary?

avatarInterferingHood路2 years ago

Actually, if you're not seeing the overlay, it might be your game. Some games straight up don't support the Steam overlay. So, double-check that first before you start troubleshooting like a mad person.

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