Fix 3: Add Game SupportĪ common reason why Discord’s overlay stops working is that the game you are playing is not supported. Again, start any game and try using the default shortcut. You can use this shortcut to try and activate the overlay. In the previous screenshot, take note of the Toggle Overlay Lock shortcut (Shift + ` – is the default shortcut).
If it remains absent, proceed to the subsequent resolution.
Ensure the Enable in-game overlay option is activated.īy activating this choice, examine the overlay by commencing a game.Scroll the tabs on the left to the bottom and select Game Overlay (Under Activity Settings).In this case, you should check whether or not the Discord Overlay setting is enabled.
Before you start looking for advanced solutions and fixes, it’s best to try the most basic option.