Introduction and Importance

Steam Deck, a handheld gaming device from Valve, has gained popularity among gamers for its portability and ability to run PC games. However, some users may encounter issues with Steam Input, a feature that allows for controller customization and mapping. This article aims to guide Windows users on how to disable Steam Input in Steam Deck or Steam for Windows, ensuring a smooth gaming experience.

Examples:

1. Disabling Steam Input through Steam Settings:

   • Open Steam and go to the "Steam" menu.
   • Select "Settings" and navigate to the "Controller" tab.
   • Click on "General Controller Settings."
   • Uncheck the box that says "Enable Steam Input" and click "OK" to save the changes.
   • Steam Input will now be disabled for all controllers connected to your Windows system.

2. Disabling Steam Input for a Specific Game:

   • Launch Steam and go to your game library.
   • Right-click on the game for which you want to disable Steam Input and select "Properties."
   • In the "General" tab, click on "Set Launch Options."
   • In the input field, type "-nosteamcontroller" (without quotes) and click "OK" to save.
   • Steam Input will be disabled specifically for that game.