The Stream Dock 293S keeps the familiar 15-key layout of the Stream Deck Mk.2, but introduces one major improvement: a dedicated information display window.

This addition may look simple at first glance, but it fundamentally changes how creators, editors, students, and professionals interact with their workflows. Instead of relying only on icons or on-screen overlays, the 293S gives you a constant stream of actionable information—directly on the deck itself.

Here’s how the information display window transforms daily use and makes the 293S a smarter, more efficient control deck.

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1. Always Know What Page or Profile You Are On

One of the most common frustrations with multi-page control decks is losing track of where you are.

On Stream Deck Mk.2, the only way to know your current page is by:

• Remembering manually
• Assigning a key to show the page name (wasting a key)
• Looking at your computer screen

The 293S solves this instantly.

The information window displays:

• Current page name
• Current profile or mode
• Folder depth

This eliminates confusion and helps you switch pages confidently—especially during live switching, streaming, or editing.

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2. Real-Time System Information Without Wasting Keys

On Mk.2, if you want CPU, RAM, or GPU usage, you must sacrifice one or more keys to show system info via plugins.

On 293S, system info can appear directly in the information window, leaving all 15 keys free for actual actions.

Supported displays include:

• CPU load
• RAM usage
• GPU load
• Temperature indicators (plugin support)

Creators who run heavy software—video editors, musicians, 3D designers—benefit greatly from having system data visible at a glance.

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3. Better Feedback for Streaming & Recording

During livestreams or recordings, the last thing you want is uncertainty.

On Stream Deck Mk.2, there’s no direct feedback unless you dedicate keys for status indicators.

On the 293S, the information display window can show:

• Recording status
• Mic on/off indicator
• Streaming countdowns or timers
• Chat alerts (via plugins)

This makes the 293S feel more like a professional broadcast controller—without requiring extra keys or overlays.

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4. Perfect for Editing Workflows

Editors often switch between many tools and modes, and awareness is everything.

On the 293S, the info window can show:

• Active tool mode
• Timeline zoom level (plugin)
• Audio meter indicators
• Current editing profile

Being able to confirm these at a glance allows creators to edit faster and make fewer mistakes.

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5. Improves Productivity & Focus

Students and office users benefit from the information display window as well.

Popular displays include:

• Pomodoro timers
• Task reminders
• Time and date
• Stopwatch or countdown

The 293S effectively becomes a small productivity dashboard on your desk, reducing the need to check apps or browser tabs.

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6. All Keys Stay Available for Real Actions

This is the biggest practical benefit over the Mk.2.

Because the info window handles status, labels, and system data, all 15 keys remain free for:

• Shortcuts
• Folders
• Macros
• Streaming controls
• Editing tools

No more wasting buttons for labels or monitoring.

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Conclusion

The information display window on the Stream Dock 293S is more than an extra screen—it fundamentally changes how you work. It keeps creators informed, focused, and efficient, while freeing up the full 15-key layout for real actions.

For anyone using multi-page workflows or needing feedback during creative tasks, the 293S offers a meaningful upgrade over the Stream Deck Mk.2.

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