How To Install Google Chrome on Steam Deck in 2 Easy Steps

Installing Chrome on a Steam Deck is a simple process that allows users to access the full range of web-based content on their Steam Deck device.

By installing Chrome, users can browse the web, and access their favorite websites just like your phone.

And that’s why we will guide you through 2 easy steps of installing Google Chrome on your Steam Deck device

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Step 1: Installing Chrome on Steam Deck

Before we move on to the main steps make sure you have the following:

A stable internet connection to download and use Chrome
A keyboard or mouse(optional) as setting up the process will become more quickly when you will connect a keyboard to steam deck.

Hold the Steam Deck power button to bring up the power menu.
Then select Switch to Desktop to switch over to the Linux desktop.
Make sure the desktop version of Steam is running.
Tap on the Discover app on the bottom left just like a shopping bag
Now search for Google Chrome and install it on your Steam Deck(If the keyboard doesn’t pop up, click the Steam Button + X-button)
After the installation is complete you can launch Chrome in desktop mode.

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So, if you want to use Google Chrome in gaming mode then you need to add Chrome to steam

In desktop, mode click on your Application launcher
In all applications look for Chrome to add it to steam
Now logout from Desktop mode and return to Game mode
Go to the library and go to the Non-Steam tab where you can find Google Chrome and launch it
You can also make changes to the system controls of Steam Deck too.