How can I enable and customize Steam Overlay functionality for my game on Steam?

Enabling and Customizing Steam Overlay Functionality

Enabling Steam Overlay

To enable the Steam Overlay, navigate to the Steam client and follow these steps:

1. Go to Steam > Settings > In-game.
2. Ensure that Enable the Steam Overlay while in-game is toggled on.

Customizing the Overlay

Once enabled, you can customize the functionality of the Steam Overlay:

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• Key Bindings: Customize the hotkeys for accessing the overlay under the Settings > In-game section.
• UI Layout: While limited, you can adjust some overlay features such as notifications for game events.

Troubleshooting & Optimization

If you encounter issues with the Steam Overlay not working:

1. Check your system’s graphics drivers and update them if necessary.
2. Ensure any game-specific overlays are disabled to prevent conflicts.
3. Verify that Steam Client Settings are correctly configured.

Optimizing Performance

Reduce background applications that may interfere with the Steam Overlay. This ensures smoother performance when accessing in-game features.