Steam Deck beta update fixes Steam Link pairing and library customization issues

Valve has released a small Steam Deck beta client update with two fixes aimed at cleaning up problems in Remote Play and library customization. The update is not a major feature release, but it should help players who use Steam Link or like customizing how their games appear in the Steam Deck library.

The first fix addresses a Steam Link issue where the app would sometimes fail to show a paired computer as online. That could be frustrating for anyone who uses Remote Play to stream games from a desktop PC to the Steam Deck or another device. If your computer was already paired but still appeared unavailable, this beta update is meant to correct that behavior.

The second fix restores an option related to custom library artwork. Some players were not seeing the option to clear custom backgrounds and logos in their library. After the update, that control should appear properly again, giving players a cleaner way to remove custom artwork when they want to return to default visuals.

The update is small, but it improves two areas Steam Deck owners use often

Steam Deck beta client updates often focus on targeted fixes rather than large visible changes. This one follows that pattern. It does not add new SteamOS features or major performance upgrades, but it resolves two issues that can affect everyday use.

Remote Play is especially important for Steam Deck owners who want to play more demanding games without running them directly on the handheld. Streaming from a stronger gaming PC can be useful when a game is too heavy for the Deck, when you want better graphics, or when you want to save battery life by letting another system do the work. That makes the Steam Link fix more useful than it may look at first.

Library customization is also a big part of the Steam Deck experience. Many players use custom images, logos, and backgrounds to make non Steam games, emulated titles, or older PC games look cleaner in Gaming Mode. If the option to remove those custom assets disappears, library management becomes more annoying.

This update is currently part of the Steam Deck beta client, which means it is mainly for players who choose to test newer client builds before they reach the stable channel. Beta updates can fix issues faster, but they may also include new bugs, so most casual users may prefer to wait until changes move to the stable release.

For players already using the beta branch, this update is worth installing if they rely on Steam Link or frequently adjust library artwork. It keeps the Steam Deck experience smoother without changing how the system works overall.

The changelog is short, but both fixes target practical problems. Steam Link should behave more reliably after pairing, and library customization should be easier to manage again.