how to assign screenshot button on xbox controler
so if i press the middle lower button i take screenshots in some games, but in others it doesent do anything is there an way to assign this button to screnshot son all games?
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Originally posted by NunoTheDude (Youtube):
so if i press the middle lower button i take screenshots in some games, but in others it doesent do anything is there an way to assign this button to screnshot son all games?


Here’s how to assign the button on your Xbox controller for screenshots in Steam:

1. Enable Xbox Configuration Support:
- Open Steam, go to Settings > Controller > General Controller Settings.
- Check the box for Xbox Configuration Support.

2. Assign the Screenshot Button:
- Launch the game in Steam.
- Press Shift + Tab to open the Steam Overlay.
- Select Controller Configuration.
- Find the button you want to assign (e.g., the middle lower button) and set it to the Take Screenshot action.

3. Set a Global Screenshot Button:
- Go to Steam Settings > In-Game.
- Make sure a screenshot hotkey is assigned (default is F12).
- In the Controller Configuration, map your button to trigger F12.

4. Test in Game:
- After configuring, return to the game and press the button to check if it takes a screenshot.

If it still doesn’t work for some games, they might not support Steam Overlay or controller remapping. You can try adding the game as a "Non-Steam Game" in your library or use third-party software like JoyToKey to map the button globally.:sans:
Originally posted by ДокторКуниХаус:
Originally posted by NunoTheDude (Youtube):
so if i press the middle lower button i take screenshots in some games, but in others it doesent do anything is there an way to assign this button to screnshot son all games?


Here’s how to assign the button on your Xbox controller for screenshots in Steam:

1. Enable Xbox Configuration Support:
- Open Steam, go to Settings > Controller > General Controller Settings.
- Check the box for Xbox Configuration Support.

2. Assign the Screenshot Button:
- Launch the game in Steam.
- Press Shift + Tab to open the Steam Overlay.
- Select Controller Configuration.
- Find the button you want to assign (e.g., the middle lower button) and set it to the Take Screenshot action.

3. Set a Global Screenshot Button:
- Go to Steam Settings > In-Game.
- Make sure a screenshot hotkey is assigned (default is F12).
- In the Controller Configuration, map your button to trigger F12.

4. Test in Game:
- After configuring, return to the game and press the button to check if it takes a screenshot.

If it still doesn’t work for some games, they might not support Steam Overlay or controller remapping. You can try adding the game as a "Non-Steam Game" in your library or use third-party software like JoyToKey to map the button globally.:sans:
ok did the 1 in external controler settings, but cant find controller copnfig fot 3, thanks allot btw great help, i just cant sem to find the ontroler config
Originally posted by NunoTheDude (Youtube):
Originally posted by ДокторКуниХаус:


Here’s how to assign the button on your Xbox controller for screenshots in Steam:

1. Enable Xbox Configuration Support:
- Open Steam, go to Settings > Controller > General Controller Settings.
- Check the box for Xbox Configuration Support.

2. Assign the Screenshot Button:
- Launch the game in Steam.
- Press Shift + Tab to open the Steam Overlay.
- Select Controller Configuration.
- Find the button you want to assign (e.g., the middle lower button) and set it to the Take Screenshot action.

3. Set a Global Screenshot Button:
- Go to Steam Settings > In-Game.
- Make sure a screenshot hotkey is assigned (default is F12).
- In the Controller Configuration, map your button to trigger F12.

4. Test in Game:
- After configuring, return to the game and press the button to check if it takes a screenshot.

If it still doesn’t work for some games, they might not support Steam Overlay or controller remapping. You can try adding the game as a "Non-Steam Game" in your library or use third-party software like JoyToKey to map the button globally.:sans:
ok did the 1 in external controler settings, but cant find controller copnfig fot 3, thanks allot btw great help, i just cant sem to find the ontroler config



No worries! Let me guide you to find the Controller Configuration in Steam:

1. Enable Big Picture Mode:
- Open Steam.
- In the top-right corner, click the Big Picture Mode icon (it looks like a square with two arrows pointing out).
- This mode makes it easier to find controller settings.

2. Find Controller Configuration for a Specific Game:
- While in Big Picture Mode, go to your Library and select the game you want to configure.
- Click Manage Game (you’ll see this on the game’s page).
- Select Controller Configuration.

3. Map the Screenshot Button:
- In the Controller Configuration screen, you’ll see a layout of your controller.
- Select the button you want to configure (e.g., the middle lower button).
- Assign it to the Take Screenshot action or map it to the F12 key.

4. Save and Test:
- Once you’ve assigned the action, save the configuration.
- Launch the game and press the button to check if it works.

If you’re not in Big Picture Mode, you can also right-click the game in your Library, go to Properties, and look for Controller Settings there. Let me know if you need more help!:tobdog:
Originally posted by ДокторКуниХаус:
Originally posted by NunoTheDude (Youtube):
ok did the 1 in external controler settings, but cant find controller copnfig fot 3, thanks allot btw great help, i just cant sem to find the ontroler config



No worries! Let me guide you to find the Controller Configuration in Steam:

1. Enable Big Picture Mode:
- Open Steam.
- In the top-right corner, click the Big Picture Mode icon (it looks like a square with two arrows pointing out).
- This mode makes it easier to find controller settings.

2. Find Controller Configuration for a Specific Game:
- While in Big Picture Mode, go to your Library and select the game you want to configure.
- Click Manage Game (you’ll see this on the game’s page).
- Select Controller Configuration.

3. Map the Screenshot Button:
- In the Controller Configuration screen, you’ll see a layout of your controller.
- Select the button you want to configure (e.g., the middle lower button).
- Assign it to the Take Screenshot action or map it to the F12 key.

4. Save and Test:
- Once you’ve assigned the action, save the configuration.
- Launch the game and press the button to check if it works.

If you’re not in Big Picture Mode, you can also right-click the game in your Library, go to Properties, and look for Controller Settings there. Let me know if you need more help!:tobdog:
thanks allot for ur help, odd, it was already on screenshot, but for smtv v doesent work if i push it odd
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