• What is Big Picture mode?
• What platforms does Big Picture mode support?
• How to Connect Your Computer to your TV
• How to Launch Big Picture mode
• Big Picture Menu
• Controller Support Levels

What is Big Picture mode?

Big Picture is a mode of Steam designed for use with your TV and game controller, so you can enjoy your Steam games from the comfort of your couch. With the press of a button, Steam displays a full-screen user interface which has been completely redesigned for readability and interaction on TV. It can also be used on your usual computer display.

What platforms does Big Picture mode support?

Big Picture is currently available on any PC running Windows 7 or newer, any Mac running macOS 10.11 or later, and Linux machines using up to date versions of Ubuntu. Please click here for a full list of system requirements.

On the Mac, a third-party driver must be used to enable the Xbox 360 controller. A driver is available from TattieBogle.net.

How to Connect Your Computer to Your TV

The method of connecting your computer to your TV depends upon your computer's hardware. Please follow the link below for the appropriate video card you are using:

• AMD Cards (You may also wish to check their support forums for more information.)
• Intel Cards
• NVIDIA Cards

How to launch Big Picture mode

Once your computer is running on the desired display, launch Steam. Click the "Big Picture" button featured in the top right corner in the Steam client, or press the home button on your controller while using the Steam client.

To exit this mode, click or press your controller’s "A" button while focused on the "Exit" button in the upper right hand corner of the screen. Another quick way to go into and out of Big Picture's fullscreen mode is to press ALT + ENTER on your keyboard.

Big Picture Menu

1. Your Profile

2. Manage Downloads button, Settings, Exit button, and the Time,

3. Steam menus (Web Browser, Store, Library, Community, Chat/Friends)

Controller Support levels

Any Steam game can be played while in Big Picture mode, though not all Steam games support the use of a controller. Currently, Big Picture supports the following controllers:

• The Steam Controller
  
• The official Microsoft Xbox One Wired Controller
  
• The official Microsoft Xbox One S Controller (wired or wirelessly using Bluetooth)
  
• The official Microsoft Xbox One Elite 2 Controller (wired or wirelessly using Bluetooth)
  
• The official Microsoft Xbox 360 Wired Controller
  
• The official Microsoft Xbox 360 Wireless Controller for Windows (with wireless receiver)
  
• Sony Dualshock 4 (wired or wirelessly using Bluetooth)
  
• The official Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (wired)
  
• Logitech Wireless Gamepad F310, F510, and F710
  
• SteelSeries Stratus Duo
  

To determine whether a game is controller-enabled, please refer to the following tags:

Full Support

Titles marked with "Full Controller Support" indicate that they can be downloaded, launched and played using only a controller. These titles do not require a mouse or keyboard on hand for any configuration or in-game setup.

Partial Support

Titles marked with "Partial Controller Support" indicate that mouse and keyboard may be required from time to time. A controller may be used while in game, however installation, configuration and overall user interface may only be optimized for mouse and keyboard.