How To Fix Steam Deck Something Went Wrong While Displaying This Content?

In this article, we are going to share the details for the Steam Deck error which reads “Something went wrong while displaying this content.”

As per our research, the error mainly comes upon opening the home or game library.

Fix 1: Try Switching Between Desktop Mode And Game Mode

The first fix you should try is to switch between the desktop mode and the game mode.

Simply switch to the desktop mode and then after waiting for a few seconds switch back to the game mode. Then check if the error continues or not.

Fix 2: Check For Unchecked Notifications

In our research, we found many users who were having this issue because they had many unchecked notifications. Once they checked all of their notifications the error got away.

Here are the steps you need to follow,

• Go to Desktop mode.
• Then launch Steam.
• If notifications pop up make sure to check the box saying “you have seen the notification”. Make sure you don’t leave any unchecked notifications.
• Once done, check if the error persists.

Note: If this is not working then try opening the Steam page on any other device and check for any unchecked notifications. 

Fix 3: Switch To The Stable SteamOS Build

Our research also suggests that this error may also come if users are on the SteamOS beta channel. So if you are also on the SteamOS beta channel then try switching to the Stable SteamOS build and then check for the error again.

Fix 4: Try Uninstalling Your Decky Plugins

If you are done with the above suggestion but still stuck with the error then the error may be coming because of any of your Decky plugins.

In our research, we have found many users who were getting this issue because any of their Decky plugins were conflicting.

So, try uninstalling your Decky plugins one by one and each time check if the error gets resolved.

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