To use the Steam Deck keyboard in desktop mode, you have to simultaneously press the 'Steam' and 'X' buttons, found on either side of the handheld. After pressing this button combination for just ...

How To Install Decky Loader To install Decky, you will first need to load into desktop mode. Press the Steam button, then Power, then Switch to Desktop. Give your device a few seconds to load.

Some of those applications work best with a keyboard, but the Steam Deck doesn’t have one built-in. And while you can connect a USB or wireless keyboard, that’s another thing to carry around.

One of the many fantastic features of the Steam Deck is the option to change up the keyboard theme. This may seem like a minor feature, but it’s a nice bonus for people who like to alter or ...

The mouse and keyboard are not floating away on a tide of irrelevance, but a contingent of older gamers seem to gravitate toward controllers. There’s a push among competitive Call of Duty ...

To get the most out of your Steam Deck, there are a few accessories you can buy, settings you can customize and features to explore. Here are 15 ways to start delving into your handheld’s potential.

You'll also need to use the Steam Button + X combo to bring up the keyboard, since it won't automatically appear if you're logging in to a store like Battle.Net.

If you have a keyboard connected to your Steam Deck, you can also just press the Print Screen button to take a screenshot. Follow our guide for accessing desktop mode on Steam Deck.