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Boot SteamDeck into Desktop Mode

SteamDeck

Follow this guide to boot directly into desktop mode on your SteamDeck, allowing you to use it as a "DeckTop" without having to switch modes every time you power on.

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23 Jun 2026 13:37 by Brian Lykke

Fixing Steam Deck Desktop Mode “No Signal” on External Monitor

Linux SteamDeck

Solution to Steam Deck showing No Signal on external monitor when booting Desktop Mode

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06 Aug 2025 18:14 by Brian Lykke

Steam Deck Internal Speaker Volume Broken? Here’s the Fix

Linux SteamDeck

TL;DR: If your Steam Deck’s internal speakers are barely audible, maybe after a recent update - even when volume is at 100% - but Bluetooth and headphones work fine, here’s the fix that worked instantly for me.

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16 Jul 2025 18:55 by Brian Lykke