How to Move Steam to an External Hard Drive?

Learn step-by-step how to transfer Steam games to an external hard drive to save space and play on-the-go.

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Yes, you can move Steam to an external hard drive. First, install the Steam client on the external drive. Next, move the 'SteamApps' folder from the original location to the new one. Finally, launch Steam and it will detect the transferred games. This is a great way to free up space on your primary drive and take your games with you on the go.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Is it safe to move Steam to an external hard drive? Yes, moving Steam to an external hard drive is safe, provided the external drive is reliable and properly formatted.
  2. Will my games still work after moving them? Yes, after moving the 'SteamApps' folder, Steam will recognize the games and they will work normally.
  3. Do I need to reinstall Steam after moving it? No, you simply need to install the Steam client on the external drive and transfer the games.
  4. Can I play games directly from an external hard drive? Yes, as long as Steam is installed on the same external drive, you can play your games directly from it.

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